Michiana
Chris Buehrle Band plays at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City
by CpU on Feb.14, 2010, under CpU Videos, Michiana, Music, Reviews, Tubers, Video, iPhone
Chris Buehrle (Guitar, Lead Vocals) accompanied by Chris Albanese (Keyboard, Vocals), David Lill (Percussion), and Michael Lee (Bass Guitar) hit up Blue Chip Casino Friday night in this well accompanied crowed in Michigan City. They call themselves the Chris Buehrle Band and they were very impressive…
They slipped in a few of their own songs, while they generally played cover songs through out the night. The vocals set them off at the start, and keep the momentum going with some good up-beat songs.
This is some video taken with my iPhone 3G. I was not expecting to see a good live performance, so I didn’t have my HD camera with me.
So they got the crowd jumping around on the dance floor which stemmed mostly from their choice of music and how they played it in their own style. They followed closely to the classic sound, but made it their own…
I enjoyed them all night, and would love to see this band perform again.
Electronic Cigarette – Are you ready to save $$$ and your health?
by CpU on Feb.10, 2010, under Advice, Innovative Smoking, Michiana, Reviews
“Our number one goal is to provide a safer alternative to those unable to break the grips of their smoking addiction.”
| Pack a Day | Cost Per ($) | Weekly Cost | Monthly Cost | Yearly Cost |
| 1 Pack | $5.50 (avg) | $38.50 | $165 | $2007.50 |
| 1 Cartridge | $1.10 | $7.70 | $33.00 | $401.50 |
| Savings: | $4.40 | $30.80 | $132.00 | $1606 |
I saw this product while walking through University Park Mall in Mishawaka, Indiana. They are located by the food court in one of the center booths. I ended up buying one to replace my girlfriends cigarette and it has worked. She has grown very attached to it, and she’s the very picky smoker that only likes one cigarette… Product passed the ultimate test – function 
I found this product to be built very well, and offering a 2-year warranty means they stand right behind what they say. I like that about a company, and I hope that they do well. I will be posting video of this product soon for people who are not close to their locations to see this product.
A family owned company from Scottsdale, Arizona was founded in 2009 in hopes to spread awareness about safe e-cigarettes and how they can help you by removing the tobacco and bad materials that can cause cancer. They take pride in safety and health as they say they are “the only e-cigarette to laboratory test their cartridges.”
Although the initial purchase is not something to take lightly as the starter kit costs $120.00 at one of their locations.
But if you are going to make a purchase, the Elite Super Savings Combo is your best deal, and they will ship it to you. $199.00 includes everything you need to become an avid Electronic Cigarette smoker. You save $30.00 with this deal.
Now the refills cost $21.99 + Free Shipping online for 20 Cartridges which is considered to be 20 packs of cigarettes. You say, what? That’s a $1.00 a pack… Not possible… Well it claims to be “Puff for Puff”. I have found that it is slightly less then that, but none the less still a good savings.
Updated: Tarwacki Murder Investigation: Niles, Michigan
by CpU on Feb.06, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News, Video
| WSBT Reports: Michigan State Police release composite sketch in Niles murders By Troy Kehoe
Information: Burial: Silverbrook Cemetery (Map) |
Police are still looking for the killer. If you have any information about this investigation then please contact the State Police. Number listed at end of post.
John and Carolyn Tarwacki had close ties to the community and have shaken up this small town…
The candlelight vigil was shared with family and friends in memory of John and Carolyn Tarwacki. You can see the affect they had on the community…
Another Video from WSBT: Friends remember murdered Niles couple by Kristin Bien
(Not the same video)
Suspect Description
Description of a “suspicious person” seen near the Tarwacki’s home early Friday morning.
White male Medium build Between 20 and 30 years old Brown hair Police are asking anyone who might have seen him to call them at (269) 683-4411.
WSBT: Niles Couple Killed inside their Home had Close Ties to Community By Troy Kehoe
Final autopsy reports will help the State Police, but still are looking for any information. So far they have had over 100 tips on the case. The autopsies will not be released at this time.
UPDATE: The police have noted that the deaths were “brutal” from the autopsy reports.
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Recent Articles:
- WSBT – Michigan State Police release composite sketch in Niles murders
- WSBT – Hundreds pay respects for Tarwackis during funeral
- Niles Star – John and Carolyn Tarwacki had close ties to the community and have shaken up this small town…
- WSBT – Family, friends of slain Niles couple focus on happy memories at candlelight vigil
- Fox 28 – Candlelight vigil planned for Niles homicide victims
- eTruth – Detectives investigate double homicide in Cass County
- South Bend Tribune – Probe of Niles slaying ongoing
- WNDU - UPDATE: State Police investigate double murder in Niles
- Nile Star - BREAKING: Murder suspected in death of Niles Couple
- WSBT – Niles Couple Killed inside their Home had Close Ties to Community
Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday | WSBT
by CpU on Feb.03, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News
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Read the full article at: Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday on WSBT.com
SOUTH BEND — A 21-year-old man accused in the execution-style shooting of an acquaintance is to go on trial Monday. Guest Post: Tribune Staff Report |
Brandon Phillips is charged with murder and criminal confinement in the shooting death of 20-year-old Marcus Rice.
Rice’s body was found Feb. 5, 2009, in a rural area near Dorn Road. Authorities say he was killed after a drug dispute between acquaintances of Phillip’s.
Read the full article at: Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday on WSBT.com
Michiana Weekly Trapster Beats: 2/1 – 2/7
by CpU on Feb.02, 2010, under Michiana, Trapster Beats
2/7:
- Live Police at 0.01 mi from intersection Section St and W Main St, Edwardsburg http://trapster.com/_3VJ #
2/4:
- Live Police at 0.03 mi from intersection Byron Dr and Miami Rd, South Bend http://trapster.com/_Ihgk #
2/2:
- Voted N Known Speed Trap at U.S. 20, Mishawaka, IN 46544, USA http://trapster.com/_QTPW #
- Ice On Road at 0.21 mi from intersection Ireland Trl and Elmwood Ave, http://trapster.com/_I3s7 #
2/1:
- Live Police at 0.05 mi from intersection 46th St and W Indiana Ave, http://trapster.com/_8uG #
Tweets for 2010-02-02
by CpU on Feb.02, 2010, under CpU Tweets, Michiana
- Interact with your next Live Event today with LiveChatConcepts | @TheHumanCpU http://bit.ly/cfG78Z #
- Update: Suspect in #LaPorte bank robbery remains in jail after quick capture | #WSBT http://bit.ly/9q3ias #
- The Asian carp has migrated up the Mississippi River system and through a watery on-ramp to the edge of Lake Michigan. http://bit.ly/b05xZt #
- #SouthBend IN #RealEstate – Cressy & Everett Real Estate agent Stacy Grove – http://bit.ly/cgLX4L @MichianaRealtor #
- Just saw a guy do a 360 on bypass 20 in #southbend – Very icy out! #
- 26 Degrees and more snow in #southbend http://yfrog.com/3ijvwxj #
Anthony Frick – Accused rapist pleads guilty again (South Bend)
by CpU on Feb.02, 2010, under Article Responses, Michiana, Michiana News
Story update please go to: http://articles.wsbt.com/2010-01-22/trial-date_24801881
Tweets for 2010-02-02
by CpU on Feb.02, 2010, under CpU Tweets, Michiana
- A pot-smoking homeless man from Valparaiso, Indiana went to a local church and… http://bit.ly/bpooBA #
- iPad’s multifunction appeal and sub-$500 price point a formula for disruptive technology http://bit.ly/dkLWRP #
- @missystanisz #iPhone is the way to go. Now if only #iPad didn’t sound like a #female product… #
- The Not-So-Secret Marketing Innovation You Can Implement Now – http://bit.ly/cNLycm #
- New @SoundEgg photos online at http://www.SoundEgg.com – Preview: http://yfrog.com/atsoundegggroupredgreenblj #
- New @SoundEgg photos – http://yfrog.com/1esoundegggroupredgreenbljx #
- Vigilantes Take on Speed Traps in Wyoming, Germany, Switzerland http://bit.ly/dvKPYt #
- Speed camera vandals strike again in Dorset (From Bournemouth Echo) http://bit.ly/cqNH5g #
- New photos of the @SoundEgg has been released – http://bit.ly/601GXV #
- a recall that has affected 4.2 million vehicles worldwide. http://bit.ly/d5wV1g – #Toyota #Cars #
- Good Morning! – LIVE at http://bambuser.com/v/534555 #
- #NotreDame lands three recruits for 2010 #football #collegefootball http://bit.ly/bqcmpC #
- Car crashes through window of #Goshen Panera http://bit.ly/dtOFOV #
- Elkhart-born cellist wins Grammy – The #Elkhart Truth – Elkhart, IN http://bit.ly/9a4wIa #
- Camera Worn Over the Ear to Record Everything Seen and Heard for #Police – ABC News http://bit.ly/cWtF6q #
- Gas station on S.R. 933 robbed | WSBT – News, Weather, Sports South Bend | Local News http://bit.ly/ao5dzG #
- Woot : One Day, One Deal (SM) http://bit.ly/9iwjGB #
- Just added myself to the http://wefollow.com twitter directory under: #south_bend_in #blog #technology #news #southbend #indiana #
- @MichianaRealtor – Some automation tools you may find useful for automatically accepting followers, auto-replies, ect http://bit.ly/5ofj4h #
- Put abused, abandoned dogs to work for abused, abandoned kids | Ideas for Change in America | Change.org http://bit.ly/arINE3 #
- @MichianaRealtor I believe you just need to resubmit to wefollow your directory listing. It should update it per account status… in reply to MichianaRealtor #
- @MichianaRealtor You should always see an increase in your following. If you notice people unfollowing you, you have to change your approach in reply to MichianaRealtor #
United Way provides free tax preparation – WSBT (South Bend – Michiana)
by CpU on Feb.01, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News
Read the Original Post @ WSBT: United Way provides free tax preparation
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By Alyssa Rossomme (arossomme@wsbt.com)
SOUTH BEND — The envelopes from your bank and employer may be starting to pile up at home. It is the time of year people are starting to do their taxes. The United Way is helping local residents keep pennies in their pocket, by offering free tax preparation for those in need. |
Trained tax advisers, including some former accountants, will be at many sites throughout South Bend, Elkhart, and Plymouth in the next couple of months. The volunteers will prepare and file taxes for free, for people who need the help most.
Tiffany Reddick is one of the tax assistance volunteers. Last year, she was one of the people who benefited from the free service.
“They were looking to help me get as much money as possible. You know, they weren’t just rushing through everything. They were taking their time, asking me questions, making sure I was getting everything I could get,” Reddick said.
“The benefit we’re looking to help people with is to keep their money in their pocket,” said Dawn Chapla of the United Way of St. Joseph County. “That’s kind of a plain way to say it.”
This year, the United Way ramped up its volunteer income tax assistance program because of a growing need. More than 75 volunteers, like Reddick, will file refunds for up to 2000 families in this area.
“There are a lot of people who don’t have work or whose incomes are diminished for a number of reasons ‒ or are afraid they will be one of those who won’t have incomes they’ve been used to ‒ so saving every penny is important,” said Kay Ball of the United Way of St. Joseph County.
Reddick said she not only saved money on the preparation, she also got a bigger return than she ever had before.
The tax preparers will make sure every person who uses the free service receives the earned income tax credit if they qualify. The government credit gives low-income workers a portion of their paid taxes back. It can give those families a couple extra thousand dollars to help pay their bills.
To benefit from the tax assistance program, call 211 to set up an appointment. There are 9 sites throughout St. Joseph, Marshall, and Elkhart counties. They will let you know what items you need to bring with you.
Read the Original Post @ WSBT: United Way provides free tax preparation
Tweets for 2010-02-01
by CpU on Feb.01, 2010, under CpU Tweets, Michiana
- @MichianaRealtor – Stacy Grove – twitter stats http://bit.ly/coW7CA – You are on the right track. Let me know if you have any questions… #
- @MichianaRealtor Yes. I’ve got a very large social media reach. in reply to MichianaRealtor #
- All retweets and comments get’s a mention in an upcoming blog post from http://bit.ly/7t1iJI – Comment your links/info! #
- Did you know @Acousticom created the @SoundEgg ? Since the 80’s Acousticom has been a #military contractor producing the M-87/AIC Microphone #
- @MichianaRealtor – Check your wefollow directory listing… The #south_bend_ should be #southbend or #south_bend (minus the ending _) in reply to MichianaRealtor #
- @MichianaRealtor – Not a problem. I just sent your information out to 7k more people via @iRetweet4you and @FollowBackList – Cheers in reply to MichianaRealtor #
- RT @thehumancpu: Looking for a home in Michiana ? Start with @MichianaRealtor for your next great home. http://bit.ly/95nQqJ #
- Morning shooting sends man to hospital | WSBT #SouthBend http://bit.ly/csnKTH #
- After the Deadline – Check Spelling, Style, and Grammar in WordPress and TinyMCE http://bit.ly/d25beR – Very cool #
- Looking for a home in #Michiana ? Start with @MichianaRealtor for your next great home. #
- Mega Play in Mishawaka has improved since the last time I was here. http://yfrog.com/3isa7j #
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