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Message: 77/1 Posted Author
Apocalypse Club Explosion Sun Jan 01 FennecFox
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At the strike of midnight as people gather for a one moment of unity and
celebration. The spirit of goodwill, celebration and hope for the new year.
2016 strikes one final time. A massive explosion rips through the Apocolypse
club killing the party goers and one service dog. You thought you could
escape 2016? No. There is no escape. 2017 is heralded in blood and screams of
the dying.
Fires rage and debrise damages nearby buildings burning down the home of Alisha
Lubeau and also minor damage to Kanikapila.
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Message: 77/2 Posted Author
Video: Reporter Attempts to Blackm Sun Jan 01 Russell
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A video posted to youtube under the User ID: LUVSROGERBACON that shows someone
claiming to be a reporter for the student newspaper attempting to blackmail a
student for an interview. The video is linked to the paper's facebook page by
a profile of the same name as youtube. The campus newspaper has yet to
comment.
(Video log: http://tinyurl.com/zomc72z )
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Message: 77/3 Posted Author
Vandals at Mount Hope Cemetery Thu Jan 05 Dead Eye
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Printed in the Daily Prospect, a small local newspaper, is the following story:
Vandals at Mount Hope Cemetery
On the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2017, groundkeepers of Mount Hope Cemetery
discovered that three crypts, located in its oldest section, had been
desecrated by vandalism. Each of the crypts affected possessed a statuette of
the Grip Reaper. The statuettes were reportedly removed from their alcoves
and dragged nearly thirty feet before they were defaced and smashed. It is
unknown whether the incident is occult connected or whether it was an act of
maliciousness. The crime is believed to have had no witnesses. If you possess
any information about this event, it is asked that you please contact
Prospect P.D.'s "Tips-Hotline" at XXX-XXX-XXXX. No reward for information has
been offered at this time.
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Message: 77/4 Posted Author
Thriftology - Grand Opening Sat Jan 14 Kenzie
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T H R I F T L O G Y
GRAND OPENING - SUNDAY, JANURARY 15th at 11AM
A new era of thrift!
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25 OFF CLOTHING AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS
Exp. 1.31.17
Excludes: Vintage, Antiques, and Designer Brands
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Money and donations goes to the Prospect Outreach Program.
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Thriftology's contributions to the poor:
Taco Tuesdays: Open from 6-10PM for local homeless to grab a hot meal.
Urban RV Parking: Getting tired of moving your RV every couple of days? Rent is
cheap and includes electric, water, and WiFi. We have a few rules for our
residents, please ask for details.
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OOC: Open to everyone but please use your best judgment when you RP here. Also,
for GMs, please feel free to use my shop for any type of treasure hunt type
of RP. Please ask if you have any questions.
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Thriftology
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Message: 77/5 Posted Author
Ad in help wanted. Thu Jan 19 Tsura
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In need of a weaponsmith, must be professional. Able to replicate a
weapon without damaging original. Replica must be a functional piece. (there
is a number but no name. Please contact Tsura if interested)
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Message: 77/6 Posted Author
Guerilla Art Installation? Tue Jan 31 Charlene
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Julianne Valentine, Prospect News at Five. Dressed smartly in her
maroon sports jacket, she wraps up the news. "...And the case with the donut
thief turned out to be full of holes." She pauses for effect, then laughs
before continuing.
"And finally, an interesting art installation has appeared, seemingly
overnight, on the beachfront." A still photo appears on screen of several
metallic figures, each approximately six feet tall, standing up to their
ankles in the surf, each with a flag draped around its shoulders.
https://i.imgur.com/t3BJrLT.jpg
"Discovered this morning as low tide was coming in by beachcombers,
the metallic men had no signatures, manufacturing marks, or signs to indicate
why they are. In fact, the only visible difference between them are the
cloaks that seem to be made from countries that were occupied by the Soviet
Union in the 1980's."
A live shot is shown now, with just the top of one of the heads of the
men poking above water, often hidden by waves, before it seemingly falls over
on camera. "With high tide in now, it will have to wait until later this
evening for recovery. The men will be dug out of the sand, cleaned, and moved
to a temporary installation for those interested in seeing them. And that's
the news. See you at ten for the late news. Good afternoon."
@mail Charlene if you're curious.
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Message: 77/7 Posted Author
Donations to Hands of Hope Mission Fri Feb 17 Raise
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Hands of Hope mission announces a surprise $3,000 donation from Saria Walker.
Walker, a Navy Veteran, said of the donation "It's really all I can afford to
give, but it seems like a really good cause. I was told I should make a big
deal about it, in case others will also donate, so here we are." The $3,000
will go a long way towards helping women in crisis. And the famed Raise "The
Devil" Devlin of UFC fame's local gym, Prospect's New Hope MMA has matched
that donation bringing the total to $6,000 dollars.
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Message: 77/8 Posted Author
Twisted Toppings Grand Opening Thu Mar 09 November
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Twisted Toppings is Prospect's brand new pizza place! Pizza YOUR way with an
infinite number of toppings for one low price! We've also got beer and
microbrews! Come check us out! See +events for details.
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Twisted_Toppings
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Message: 77/9 Posted Author
Looking for love? Mon Mar 13 Zeppelin
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Are you looking for love?
Do you feel like it's just out of your reach?
Do you wish that the people you went out with had more in common with you?
Well look no further. The alpha release of 1Luv (One Love) has been made and
shows a lot of success in it's development. It allows users to interface much
like Tindr, but with the idea of a real relationship as the outcome. This app
allows for the user to select any manner of ways they identify and any manner
of ways they wish their ideal match to identify. It will then take into
account who is around the user and give them matches. There is also a 'live'
version that will look at current situational matches.
You are currently binging House on Netflix? Type it in and it will show matches
who are currently set to binging House. You are at the art fair? Check in. It
will show who else is at the art fair.
Available now for all versions of smart phone.
1LUV - For when you don't have time to find your one love; let us do the work
for you.
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Message: 77/10 Posted Author
Pat's Radiator Repair Tue Mar 14 Patty
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"Pat's Radiator Repair - The Best Place To Take A Leak!"
Under new management, Pat's Radiator Repair is located on the corner of
D Street and Mission Avenue. Priding itself in service, Pat's Radiator has
the best prices and knowledgeable automotive technicians waiting to get your
jalopy jumping again! Custom repair and body work available by appointment,
give us a call!
"Call Belmont 4-8383 and leave the fixin' up to me!"
"Se Habla Espanol"
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Message: 77/11 Posted Author
Filler in the Local Newspaper Sat Apr 08 Ellie
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Dramatic scenes this morning as a coffee-drinker collapsed, prompting much
kerfuffle from staff and customers alike. Luckily, local scientific
researcher Adora Goldhart was on hand to administer CPR until paramedics
arrived, actions which doctors and paramedics say almost certainly saved the
poor woman's life. A spokesman from Prospect Memorial hospital said "It is
only thanks to the quick thinking and care of this bystander that our patient
was able to survive. In cases such as this, the first few minutes are
critical, which is why it is so important for members of the public to be
trained in these things."
It is believed that the patient suffered from a rare heart condition which,
exacerbated by stress and high caffeine intake, caused her heart to enter
random spasms. She is now making a promising recover in the Prospect Memorial
hospital. Neither the patient (who wishes to remain anonymous) nor Miss
Goldhart have made a statement at this time.
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Message: 77/12 Posted Author
the Brandt agency in the Thorn bui Mon Apr 10 Brandt
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for a first rate detective agency. with discreetion (nothing tawdry please)the
Brandt agency in the Thorn building is for you
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Message: 77/13 Posted Author
Gym Closing Mon Apr 10 Arec
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Luke's Gym on the Boardwalk is closing its doors. Citing rising
overhead, the business is closed as of today. Business number has been
forwarded to a voicemail box.
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Message: 77/14 Posted Author
New City Councilperson Jerry Alder Tue Apr 25 Jerry Alders
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In a special election for the 6th district, Jerry Alders has won the
position on the city council following the retirement of the previous member.
Running as an independent, Jerry is an alumnus of UC Santa Cruz and former
wrestling promoter who has vowed to increase protections against
discrimination and gentrification, as well as bolster the Prospect police
force.
Please contact Jerry at his public number at any time to speak to your local
councilman about issues that affect you!
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Message: 77/15 Posted Author
Pat's Radiator Repair Tue May 02 Patty
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Pat's Radiator Repair is currently under new management as the owner is on
vacation and has not left a contact number or forwarding address. Any
activities that might have been going on south of the border are still being
taken care of by her friend Nick. Forward questions to interim owner, Eric
Matthews.
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Message: 77/16 Posted Author
Father's Day Gift from DNA Mon Jun 05 FennecFox
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Curious about your ancestry?
Curious about someone elses?
Does your child look suspiciously like your best friend?
Developmental Neogenetics Amalgamated is offering FREE Paternity Tests
for this Father's Day. So you can be absolutely sure who should be getting
that ugly tie.
Also offering discounts on..
Prenatal Testing
Genetic Compatibility
Artificial Insemination
Genetic Predisposition
Genome Maping
Come by our new research facility in the Harbor District.
Walk-ins are welcome.
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Message: 77/17 Posted Author
Artists needed for Murals Tue Jun 13 Brohain
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Advertisement found in the daily paper this week:
Seeking artists for doing interior and exterior mural work on property
undergoing renovations and remodel. Interested parties should call or text
###-###-####. (+phone/+text brohain)
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Message: 77/18 Posted Author
Seeking Electronics Guru Tue Jun 13 Brohain
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Do you have a talent with things electrical? A guru of lighting and sound
systems? If this is you and you want to let out those little ideas while
getting paid for them and the work call or text today! ###-###-####
(+phone/+text Brohain)
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Message: 77/19 Posted Author
Fright at the Cirque De Kole Thu Jun 15 Nieci
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Visitors of the Cirque de Kole were treated to quite a fright last evening
when one of their attractions seemingly malfunctioned. Like something out of
a horror movie itself, the Haunted House attraction came to life when covered
in darkness around 10pm last evening.
"It was horrible. One minute we were wandering through the hall of corpses
and the next? It was so dark and heavy. It was like you couldn't even
breathe, you know?" Lisa Keller, a frequent guest of the attraction explained.
Workers scrambled to try and get as many guests to the emergency exits and
safety as they could. While the power failure only managed to last a few
minutes, it was long enough to leave some lasting repercussions among some of
the guests.
There was only one injury sustained during the event. The young woman was
escorted to the hospital for further examination and released early this
morning. Claims of a phantom attacker in a red devil suit have been
circulating among a small group of visitors which has led to the detainment
of one of the attraction workers.
So far, no charges have been pressed. The attraction is temporarily closed
down pending further inspection of the power grid and should be up and
running again within a few days.
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Message: 77/20 Posted Author
Cirque De Kole Hiring Mon Jul 03 Brohain
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Cirque De Kole is currently seeking skilled performers and acts for their
bigtop show as well as sideshow performers.
Also hiring artists and crafters for special events and commission work.
Interested parties should call ###-###-####.
OOC: +phone Brohain or page for more information.
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Message: 77/21 Posted Author
Eclipse Viewing Party with Brandon Fri Aug 04 Brandon
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Brandon Jenkins, world famous horror writer, will be taking a group along with
him on a cruise to the coast of Oregon for the Total Eclipse viewing party.
He has rented a cruise ship just for this purpose. Transportation, lodging,
food and entertainment; along with a swag bag that contains Brandon's newest
book and approximately $100 worth of other goodies are all included.
Tickets for this contest are $100. Five people will be chosen at random for
this weekend of fun. All proceeds will go to ICAN, International Cancer
Advocacy Network, to assist those with Stage IV cancer patients who have been
written off by their oncology team. Among other things, they assist their
clients with their battle to sustain life and improve the quality thereof.
@mail Brandon for details
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Message: 77/22 Posted Author
Versailles Convention Center Sat Aug 05 Amelie
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The Versailles Convention Center has opened! The Exhibit Hall and Outdoor
Amphitheater is available for rental for corporate events, parties, benefits,
concerts, or whatever event you would like to plan.
Traveling museums may also show up from time to time. When those arrive, a
notice will be sent out to advertise. If you have a request for a traveling
exhibit to invite, let the management know.
If you wish to rent out any part of the facility, please contact the owner, Ms.
Amelie Renoir.
(OOC: @mail Amelie if you want to use the facility. The rooms are public and on
hangout list. This is open for all spheres to use. I will customize room
descs for each event upon rental, with submission of text from the renter.)
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Message: 77/23 Posted Author
Opening of Racing Exhibit Mon Aug 14 Amelie
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The Versailles Convention Center proudly announces the opening of the Simeone
Foundation Automotive Museum - 2017 Tour of America - here in Prospect! Come
and check out a few of the famous race cars from their museum, as well as the
state of the art Racing Simulator!
This special exhibit will only be in the city for a few weeks before moving to
the next stop on the tour. So bring your friends and family and enjoy!
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Message: 77/24 Posted Author
Grand Re-Opening of Artemis Fri Aug 25 Mara
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Artemis, the defunct Blues club, has been rescued from demolition and
revitalized by an unknown investor. Recently contractors have been seen
working around the clock in preparation for the clubs grand re-opening, which
has yet to be announced.
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Message: 77/25 Posted Author
Latino Sub 30 And Life on Prospect Sat Aug 26 Arianna
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During the last week the Prospect Union-Tribune has run a series of
articles about life on Prospect streets. In depth investigative journalism
with some analysis that tell a story with emotion and some doses of witty
snark, peppered with a fair few quotes. It's not front page breaking news,
but interesting filler inside for the readers interested in deeper local
coverage.
The first article starts out talking about the Latino Sub 30 gang, who
they are and some basic history. One that has suffered a series of setbacks
and lost a lot of territory and membership in recent times. But who also have
been making a show of going more legit, helping youth and taking up a cause
in ending brown-on-brown violence. Littered with quotes from people in the
affected neighborhood the story emerges that the going legit appears to be a
facade erected in desperation and cynicism. Including a quote attributed to
an unnamed gang member wondering what it means to be legit when the cops are
all on the take.
The next article follows up by going in to depth with the neighborhood,
peppered with quotes from residents about the gang and how it affects their
lives. Both the gang operating there and how that false image of being
helpful to the community undermines trust and puts them in a position of
being squeezed from two directions.
Following that is an article talking about the difficulty of life on
the streets for those mired in grinding poverty. The cynicism and desperation
created by having to struggle for basic necessities and for having everything
stacked against you if you try for a better life. Especially with the image
of downtown Prospect nearby, wealth and prosperity in view as a constant
reminder that others have it better. Which leads to the appeal of gangs, or
having no alternative.
Which leads to an analysis of how the desperation and the cynicism and
stress of life that is difficult where the whole system is stacked against
you leads to distrust in the institutions of society, including those who
make and enforce the laws and those who most benefit from them. How it leaves
people not invested in obeying the laws, assuming they're all there for
oppressive purposes. Even well-meaning health and safety laws can be used
against people, and then flouted in turn. It may lead to relatively harmless
things like sex work or the thrill of street racing, but it also leads to
more serious crime when people don't have other options.
The byline is simply: Arianna
(OOC: Please assume these are written by someone witty/snarky and an excellent
(Perception&Expression 4) writer.)
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Message: 77/26 Posted Author
Helping Lives Bloom Gala - Update! Sat Aug 26 Denise
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Helping Lives Bloom First Annual Gala - September 21st!
Come to the California Belle Riverboat for a night of entertainment, food, and
fun!
Proceeds from this event will benefit the families of children undergoing
cancer treatment at Prospect Memorial Hospital.
There will be a silent auction made up of items donated generously from
businesses and members of the community.
If you would like to get involved, we are accepting donations in many forms. We
can use more items for the silent auction, goods/services for the event,
entertainers for the performance, and especially monetary donations.
Tickets go on sale September 7th! Keep up to date by checking our website!
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Helping_Lives_Bloom_First_Annual_Gala
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Message: 77/27 Posted Author
Sound and electronics rockstar nee Sun Sep 03 Wilder
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Seeking a rockstar of sound and electronics to handle wiring and set up for
sound and lighting within a newly purchased structure in the city. Interested
parties should email their contact information to: Wilder@wildercreations.com
or call ###-###-####
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Message: 77/28 Posted Author
Building Professional needed Sun Sep 03 Wilder
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Seeking a rockstar of carpentry and building to assist in the remodeling of a
newly obtained structure in Prospect. Interested parties should email their
contact information to: Wilder@wildercreations.com or call ###-###-####
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Message: 77/29 Posted Author
Security Professional sought Sun Sep 03 Wilder
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Currently looking for a security system installer to provide equipment and
installation to a newly obtained property in Prospect. Interested parties
should email their contact information to: Wilder@wildercreations.com or call
###-###-####
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Message: 77/30 Posted Author
Automotive Rockstar needed Sun Sep 03 Wilder
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Currently looking for skilled mechanic or specialist in custom auto's for a
project involving a larger make vehicle and some changes needed to it.
Interested parties should email their contact information to:
Wilder@wildercreations.com or call ###-###-####
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Message: 77/31 Posted Author
Cafe and Restaurant owners sought Sun Sep 03 Wilder
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A small advertisement in the online and print editions of the paper:
Seeking cafe and restaurant owners within Prospect to discuss a new endeavor
and idea. If interested contact ###-###-#### and leave a message with contact
information.
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Message: 77/32 Posted Author
University Grants Thu Sep 07 Brittney
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The Brittney White Scholarship Fund has recently been created to help those
underprivilaged and in need within the local community to reach their true
potential. Applications are now being accepted through the university for
those seeking grants to help with their education.
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Message: 77/33 Posted Author
Weird Weather Sat Sep 09 HoneyBadger
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A sudden thunderstorm brought powerful winds and intense rain to Prospect
Saturday afternoon.
"All of a sudden you couldn't even see the parking lot because the wind and the
rain were pure white just coming down," said Dela Barrett, who was at Fashion
Valley Mall when the storm hit. "Everything in the front was flying around.
Trees were falling."
Fallen trees crushed cars, damaged buildings and blocked roads.
"Everything was just going sideways. I saw some of the dead branches starting
to blow off and the next thing I know, the whole tree is going over," Dan
Barber said.
NBC 7 meteorologist Daniel Mirclap said the sideways winds were caused by a
microburst that lasted 23 minutes. There was no severe damage.
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Message: 77/34 Posted Author
Carnegie Theater Condemned Sun Sep 17 FennecFox
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*In newspaper articles as a minor local news item sandwiched between an article
on beach bacterial outbreaks due to sewage pipe leakage and a local China
Town restaurant applying for a cultural exception to a shark hunting ban so
they can make traditional shark fin soup.*
The Carnegie Theater has been condemned by the city after finding a
massive mold infestation due to unhygienic and unsanitary conditions. The
city is in discussion with the owner of the property as to what will be done
with the site but it is likely facing demolishment.
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Message: 77/35 Posted Author
Helping Lives Bloom Gala - 9/21! Tue Sep 19 Denise
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Helping Lives Bloom First Annual Gala - September 21st!
Everyone is welcome to buy a ticket and come to the California Belle Riverboat
for a night of entertainment, food, and fun!
Remember - Proceeds from this event will benefit the families of children
undergoing cancer treatment at Prospect Memorial Hospital. Several families
will be available for you to speak to and learn their stories.
The silent auction made up of items donated generously from businesses and
members of the community will be handled by Brooke Spencer, and will be
available for bidding both online, and at the event. You need not be present
to bid or win. Details on that will be available both at the event, and on
the back of this flyer.
The Entertainers include: Fan Dance with Miyo and Mitzi, Acrobatic Dance with
Jin, Fire Dance with Gwydion, Musical Performance (guitar, keyboard or dance)
with Mikael, Duet Performance with Peyton, Special Feather Dance with Mitzi,
and "The Condolences" - with lead singer Oren.
The meal will be catered by the Smoke and Barley, and Hors d'oeuvres and
Desserts by Wilder Creations. Security and Electronics by The Oasis Casino
and Vex Security.
If you would still like to get involved, we are accepting monetary donations
still.
Do not miss out on the fun! You will not want to miss this event!
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Helping_Lives_Bloom_First_Annual_Gala
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Message: 77/36 Posted Author
HLBG Auction Rules Wed Sep 20 Brooke
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(Post is OOC so as not to confuse how this works - Thank you for understanding!)
Auction Rules
1.All Items have a starting bid of $20. Minimum increase in bid amount is $5.
All increases must be in whole dollars. A bid increase of $9.50 will be
considered $9.
2.Bidding opens at 5pm PDT. Bidding closes at 9pm PDT.
3.All bids must be +text or paged to Brooke. If you are bidding for someone
unable to be there, they must send an @mail to Brooke ahead of time, allowing
you to bid for them. Messages must be in the form of, "Amos bids $100 for
Item #5."
4.Please do not bid above your resources! Unless you can justify a larger bid
than your resources (gift from another, inheritance, lotto, group bid). We
cannot check your level, so this is all honor system for good RP.
5.If you cannot make it online at all, or cannot find someone to bid for you,
let Brooke know.
6.You can keep updated on the bid status at the following address:
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=HLB_Auction
7.Winners will be announced as soon as possible after bidding closes.
8.No objects will be given to you. If you would like help @create'ing them, let
Brooke know and she will send you @mail with instructions and suggested desc.
9.Please bid generously if you can. Remember, this is for charity! :)
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Message: 77/37 Posted Author
HLBG - Donation & Auction Results Fri Sep 22 Denise
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Thank you to all that attended our First Annual Helping Lives Bloom Gala! We
hope all that attended had a good time and will join us next year. We would
like to thank the Donors, the Sponsors, the Performers, and the Families for
helping out such a worthy cause.
All those that won an item in the Auction have been contacted and can arrange
payment and pick up of their items.
The total money raised between Monetary Donations and the Auction is: $324,075!
This will go a long way to help out the families of the children's cancer
ward at Prospect Memorial Hospital.
Prospect truly is the City of Hope.
The Helping Lives Bloom Committee
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Message: 77/38 Posted Author
Expanding Fri Sep 22 Silvana
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The Oasis Casino is expanding, construction has began around the area, but rest
assure the Casino will remain open while construction is going on. Stay tune
for updates and for the great reveal of what is to come.
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Message: 77/39 Posted Author
Moving Mon Sep 25 Arec
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Arec has sold his remaining holdings and moved on to other cities. He is alive
and reachable, but no longer in Prospect.
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Message: 77/40 Posted Author
Halloween Party Tue Oct 03 Silvana
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Party time!!
Halloween Party on October 31st.. So come join us at the Crypt and enjoy the
party with great music and delicious food.
The doors for the party will open at 7pm EST, come enjoy yourself in costume or
not, but be warn there will be a costume contest.
Disclaimer;
This is a Risk 0 party, if you want to start trouble please find it somewhere
else or wait for someone to plan one for just that. We are all trying to have
fun so please don't try to ruin it. Thank you!
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Message: 77/41 Posted Author
Local celebrity news. Thu Nov 02 FOX 5 -- Prospect
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Photo - A smiling caucasian couple facing each other, her aquamarine short
cropped hair, his long brown hair tied up in a man-bun, and a sparse brown
beard.
[Credit: Still taken from YouTube episode: 'My girlfriend does my make-up']
PROSPECT - Local celebrities Harikumo Hakumei (Cosplayer, YouTuber) and Dusk
Ring (Author, YouTuber) eloped on October 20th, applying for and receiving a
marriage licence at the County Clerk's office in Prospect, California and
filed to receive the civil ceremony following receiving the licence. The
newly married couple reportedly celebrated their nuptials by signing a few
autographs and smiling for pictures before retreating home.
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Message: 77/42 Posted Author
Live Out Your Rock Star Dream! Sun Nov 05 Amelie
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(PRESS RELEASE): After extensive remodeling, and change of ownership, the
'Capricorn Studios' has been reborn as 'Lionne Studios'. As part of the Grand
Opening, they are offering a promotion to the general public. Come in and you
can 'Live Out Your Rock Star Dream!'. For a fee, you can come in and record a
song with our sound engineers. All money from the fee will be donated to the
"Prospect Opportunity Program" that is opening up in town to assist people
who have left prison and help them to become a contributor of the community.
All recordings will then be available via the Lionne Studios website for
download. For each download, an additional monetary donation will be made to
the "Prospect Opportunity Program" through sponsors. The top five downloaded
artists will then be invited to perform their song live, or at least have it
played at a concert on at the Versailles Convention Center Outdoor
Amphitheater, where final voting for a winner will take place. The winner
will have their song released Internationally on streaming services as well
as for download on itunes, and made available for radio play. Lionne Studios
will also offer the artist a recording contract to launch their music career,
as well as $10,000 cash.
If you are interested, please stop by xcLionne Studios and speak with the
receptionist to schedule an appointment. Come on in and 'Live Out Your Rock
Star Dream!'
For more information on the 'Prospect Opportunity Program', please see their
website:
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Prospect7s_Opportunity_Program
(OOC: Contact Amelie, Heathen, or Mikael to arrange a time to RP the recording.
Any questions, contact us as well. Hope to generate some fun with this!)
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Message: 77/43 Posted Author
Prospect Opportunity Program Sun Nov 05 Arianna
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An article in Sunday's edition of the Prospect Union-Tribune, prominent in the
community section:
Rebirth of Opportunity
California has a prison problem. Reports have shown the California
penal system is one of the most expensive in the world, two of the driving
factors being correction officers salaries and the recidivism rate. The
recidivism rate for the U.S. in general is high by world standards, and
California has had serious problems with that for a variety of reasons
previously covered including overcrowding and draconian treatment of parole
violations.
Even progress on recidivism in the last several years, lowering the
rate from 65 to 45, has been largely a records game by pushing parole
violators into local jails instead of back to state prison where the end
result is still basically the same number of people spending the same time in
prison with similar expense. As much as this government failure can be quite
frustrating, there are bright spots in private organizations stepping forward
to help out, from local groups to national organizations. Local organizations
have the most direct impact on individual lives and the local community.
Prospect Opportunity Program (POP) is a new answer for our community,
as envisioned by Nicolai Jaegar, one of Prospect's prominent criminal defense
attorneys who seems to think there's more to helping people than the legal
representation. Offering employment opportunity to those who have served
their time, with a variety of job opportunities in an auto service center and
a recycling center. Beyond simply employment, POP offers a GED program and a
variety of life skills and career development classes and even therapy. All
participants also have a social worker to support transition to public life.
Not only employment is difficult to come by after prison, but housing as
well, and POP also offers that to their participants. All in all POP is
offering a comprehensive program to help people transition from prison back
to society and make good. For some, a second chance. For many, surely to be
the first real chance to succeed.
Currently finishing construction at Comet and Harbor, POP will be
offering full auto service and a car wash for the community, as well as a
recycling center, where your business means directly supporting a good cause.
With the grand opening coming soon, POP is also providing plenty of good job
opportunities for anyone looking as they work to fill positions such as
teachers and counselors and cooks. Their site
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Prospect7s_Opportunity_Program provides
plenty more details, and the opportunity for questions and donations too.
(OOC: Let's please pretend it's an article written in a witty, probing
Expression 4 sort of way. Also, any interested parties for employment,
donations, auto work, etc should @mail Nicolai.)
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Message: 77/44 Posted Author
The Hedare Family Making Waves in Thu Nov 09 Prospect Daily News
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For a few weeks now the Zaha Hadid designed super yacht The Queen of
the Night has made its berth here in Prospect. At first the ship enthusiasts
were quick to come and take pictures of the 10th largest yachts in the world.
At first it was thought that the ship would be passing by, with us having no
clue to which member of the family was on board. However, the Prospect
International Airport has had the family jet, an Airbus CJ380, land and the
plane has been hangered. This leads us to speculate if the Hedare Group, a
Panamanian banking group, is making its landfall to the United States of
America.
This group, with its Banco Privat as the crown jewel, has been
implicated in money laundering, tax evasion and other such activities through
the Panama Papers as well as the newer Paradise Papers. Though the
allegations of multitudes of wrong doings and the suspicions of money
laundering for the drug trafficking and asset launderings the group has never
been put on the Specially Designated Narcotics Traffickers, or the so called
"Clinton List" of 1995, that targets those associated with trafficking or
asset laundering or similar activities.
Does the country, or the city need another corrupt bank making life
easier for the shadier business people of the city and the country,
especially a bank such that is rumored to be in bed or in league with the
South American drug cartels?
Prospect Daily News reached out to Banco Privat in Panama and their
spokesman Carlos Avendaqo told us that "The Hedare Group is over half a
century old, respected banking organization in Panama. The banks hold
numerous customers from consumers to nations as customers and through this
holds respect on the global financial market. While many leaks and
implications of wrongdoings have been raised against many Panamanian
financial groups the Hedare Group has always been proven innocent in court.
The accusations the Daily News has made are just another slanderous attack on
a banking powerhouse in these times when conservative values are attacked in
the United States of America as well across the globe."
While the allegations against the group have never been proven in
court, the fact remains that Panamanian banks as well as other so called
"paradise banks" are heavily involved in tax havens and evasion. Similarly,
through the leaks we've learnt that many criminal organizations hide their
ill-gotten gains through these banks. Even more alarming is that while the
Clinton List or The Kingpin Act would allow companies to be banned from the
US markets even without proof this is extremely rarely done. While the
Democratic Party has made some headway into asset laundering the new changes
the Trump Administration has made guarantee that we will be seeing more and
more big business using their personhood to skirt laws and take advantage of
the current wave of egoism leading to the even more diminishing power of the
people.
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Message: 77/45 Posted Author
Royal Cajun Cabaret Grand Opening Sun Nov 19 Arianna
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An article in Sunday's edition of the Prospect Union-Tribune, prominent in the
community section:
Prospect's New "Royal Cajun Cabaret" Features Grand Opening
Burlesque has quite a fascinating history. The word has been in use
since the 17th century and derives from the Italian "burlesco", which comes
from "burla" which means joke or mockery. Sometimes also called "travesty" or
"extravaganza", these were pastiche and parody shows in the 17th and 18th
century. Popular in Victorian London, they typically parodied well-known
opera and plays such as Shakespeare's, usually rewriting the lyrics of
popular music. Which now makes me want to interview Weird Al.
Burlesque first came to New York in the 1840s, popularised in 1868 by
Lydia Thompson's troupe, the British Blondes, with the show "Ixion", a
mythological spoof. Their shows focused on attractive, under-dressed playing
patriarch roles, even sexual aggressors, which pushed boundaries and set off
the prudish outrage that fueled popularity and demand. I mean, women wearing
tights, it was so very scandalous.
The first notable sighting of the striptease with elaborate costumes
that we're more familiar with now was at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. The
striptease style came into its own in the 1920s and 30s, until censorship and
clampdowns in the 1950s. It's been seeing a resurgence since the 1990s, which
some call Neo-burlesque.
Since this is news, not a history lesson (I swear!), we get to the part
where Prospect is jumping into the trend. Tonight marks the grand opening of
the Royal Cajun Cabaret, a Bayou Burlesque & Revue. Transplanted directly
from glamorous 1940s Bourbon Street to Comet and Fourth. When you enter,
you'll wonder which city you're in. While burlesque is the feature, this
delightful blend of theater stage and nightclub looks like an evening under
the stars with a view into vintage New Orleans. Magicians on Jackson Square,
singers on Bourbon Street, burlesque in the bayou, and time will tell what
else.
(OOC: The byline is simply Arianna again. It's much appreciated if we can
pretend it's written in a witty, charming, Expression 4 sort of way. Also
please see +event 466.)
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Message: 77/46 Posted Author
Community News Tue Dec 05 Harper
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Listed in the community section of the newspaper, and a short blurb on the
nightly news:
Newly transplanted musician Harper Rhodes has recently opened her ranch
up to the public, after working with local youth centers to start a
Riding-to-Success program for troubled teens. It targets those that have had
run-ins with the law or are struggling at school, though there are programs
available for any that need somewhere to go after classes are out.
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Message: 77/47 Posted Author
Local Fires Fri Dec 08 Kumo
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News reports are coming in that the Lilac Fire has stretched from
north of Los Angeles to Prospect County. It has spread a total of 4100 Acres
since it began on Thursday 12/07/2017 in a matter of hours. Evacuation orders
have been sent out to the affected population.
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Message: 77/48 Posted Author
21 Dead, Mass Grave Found in a DEA Sat Dec 09 Prospect Daily News
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In the early morning of December 9th 2017 the DEA and Sheriff's office
conducted a no-knock search on a suspected stash house in the Prospect
County.
In the ensuing firefight four DEA Special Weapons and Tactics' agents
were killed as were eight suspected soldiers of one of the Tijuana Cartels.
DEA conducted the raid in front of the raging fires to find a so-called
"stash house", a house full of drugs, but soon found out that the house was
in fact a holding area for kidnap victims. Unfortunately, the cartel was able
to execute the victims, 9, before the brave officers were able to conduct a
rescue. On the premises the Sheriff's cadaver dogs were able to find a mass
grave holding the remains of an unknown number of dead. So far the sources
tell that at least 30 remains have been found, but many remains are so badly
decomposed and destroyed that the full number may remain a mystery.
For more information please contact Hedone.
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Message: 77/49 Posted Author
Crown Museum Art Auction Sat Dec 09 Brooke
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Tonight, during the Crown Museum's Theater Grand Opening, there is an art
auction going on as well. Please check out the website with pictures of each
item up for bid, and you can send your bids into Brooke, who will be tallying
it up and updating the website as often as bids come in.
All proceeds go to benefit Prospect's Opportunity Program.
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Crown_Museum_Auction
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Message: 77/50 Posted Author
7-11 south of town burns Sun Dec 10 Lee
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The 7-11 on route 256 south of town burned overnight. Two people were killed,
the store clerk identified as Javier Sanchez and a customer whom the police
are still trying to ID.
The police are categorizing the blaze as an arson and are asking for anyone
with knowledge of the incident to come forward. 7-11 corporation is offering
a reward for information leading to an arrest as well.
-Reuters
Please @mail lee if you have any questions. Thanks!
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Message: 77/51 Posted Author
Bourbon & Bedlam Grand Opening Tue Dec 19 Arianna
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A prominent article in the Union Tribune's society section.
Bourbon Street Incites Holiday Bedlam
In yet another case of New Orleans' Bourbon Street extending itself
into Prospect, the piano bar and lounge Bourbon and Bedlam opens this
Thursday, the twenty-first. If you're looking for a way to relax and have a
good time before the holiday itself, the grand opening event promises to be
quite an affair.
Starting in the afternoon the adjoining Vieux Carre will be offering
sample dishes. After dark we're promised a holiday light show and reciting
the "Cajun Night Before Christmas" story. For the rest of the night, seasonal
songs and magic shows and New Orleans style jazz and blues are promised.
The most prominent feature is a carousel bar. High-backed stools sit
around a bar that's slowly turning, with talented mixologists Phillipe and
Adrien at work inside creating cocktails including their signature Vieux
Carre or showing off how they get over the bar for a shift change. And when
you want to gather with some friends around a table, there's several of those
with comfortable chairs in the lounge area. Those in mood for another style
of socializing have billiards as an option, among other games. In all cases
there's New Orleans style food from the Vieux Carre kitchen.
The stage promises to host live music as a regular feature. Vieux Carre
has already demonstrated the ability to pull in some delightful surprises,
and the ownership is known to have good contacts, so it's sure to be worth
checking out regularly.
Bourbon and Bedlam also has something to offer art and history
afficionados. Built as an homage to The Carousel Bar in the Hotel Monteleone,
a popular and historic hotel in the French Quarter with a history going back
more than a century. The carousel itself debuted in 1949 and has been popular
since. Bourbon and Bedlam itself features artwork not just on the walls but
the bar stools themselves that deserves appreciation.
Byline is Arianna
Note: Have a look at and sign up for +event 480.
Bourbon And Bedlam: http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Bourbon_And_Bedlam
Vieux Carre: http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Vieux_Carre
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Message: 77/52 Posted Author
BREAKING NEWS Tue Dec 19 Dragomir
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Late Tuesday evening, and into Wednesday morning the weather pattern in
Prospect has begun to fluctuate very oddly. Prospect is known for having a
more arid atmosphere, dry heat and not a place that tends to feel the effects
of Winter like other parts of the country. Pressure has begun to drop rapidly
in the area, and the cold weather is starting to pull in from the North.
Meterologists have begun talking about this storm - about how
remarkable and completely unexpected it is. Radar systems are showing vortex
like winds forming off the West coast with a trajectory path towards Prospect
in the next few days. Large thick clouds have begun forming in the area,
creating a thick overcast sky, making it significantly darker than normal
during the day, and pitch black in the evening.
Winds currently are at about 15-20 mph, coming off the coast and
bringing a good deal more moisture than normal.
NOTE: This is a global RP-hook, anyone and everyone is welcome to get involved.
Use these situations in your PrPs, or spin-off whatever sphere-related
ramifications this storm might have for you and your own. If you have
questions, need help/suggestions, or to clarify anything about this storm -
please feel free to contact me. (This has been pre-approved by Staff)
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Message: 77/53 Posted Author
BREAKING NEWS (Update) Wed Dec 20 Dragomir
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<<News Report>>
Screen focuses on a man standing on the coast with dark cloud behind him. He's
wearing a windbreaker and the sight of the ocean roars behind him. Large
waves cresting against the rocks, and the wind howls so fiercely it's
difficult for him to communicate. Another reporter is heard in the
background, presumably from a safe location asking the reporter what he's
seeing.
"Stan, I can't hear you very well. The winds here are picking up dramatically.
Some 50-60mph at this point and the temperature is dropping quickly. As you
can see behind me, the coasts are already starting to flood and the governor
has submitting warnings for a State of Emergency. Power outages all across
the state are being reported, and this is just the beginning." - the man
desperately tries to report into a headset while using his hand to block his
face. The feed cuts out, and the screen shifts back to the original announcer.
The young man in a suit waits a moment for confirmation and then adds, "It
seems we lost our connection. As you can see folks, this storm now being
called Titan is only just starting to pick up. Just a few years back we had a
similar storm in this area, and meteorologists are predicting that the impact
of this storm will be at least equal too, if not even more severe than last
time. All airlines have been grounded in the area, and numerous reports of
coastal flooding is coming in. Driving conditions are dangerous at best.
Please remain indoors if at all possible, and pay particular attention to
children and elderly."
NOTE: Part of an on-going staff-approved global plot hook. Contact for more
information, or if you'd like to get involved and run a PrP. Happy to assist.!
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Message: 77/54 Posted Author
Prospect Roasters prepares for Sto Wed Dec 20 Eloise
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Eloise Hayes, owner of Prospect Roasters and and the Hayes Foundation prepares
for the potential storm coming up. The Hayes Foundation has opened its doors
to any and all who are displaced due to no power or other utility services.
Additional temporary shelters are being set up in different parts of town in
preparation. Any and all donations of money and time are welcome to help fund
these efforts. Checks can be made to The Hayes Foundation.
OOC: Contact Eloise for further details to volunteer time/money/etc.
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Message: 77/55 Posted Author
BREAKING NEWS (Update2) Wed Dec 20 Dragomir
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<<News Report>>
"Channel 6 News continues to track Titan as the mega-storm comes in off the
coast. Winds have reached 80mph and they are speeding up rapidly. Currently
the trajectory of the storm is primarily East but we won't know for sure
where it will go until it hits land. We are predicting landfall precipitation
in the 12-18" inch range. With the cold front moving in, this could actually
change to snow. State of Emergency in effect up and down the West coast, it's
looking like Prospect, California is directly in its path ladies and
gentlemen." - the nicely suited announcer who has been covering the storm on
repeat through the day explains.
"Stan, what kind of damage are we talking about?" - the pretty young blonde
woman asks, like she was picked specifically to play some stereotypical role
to help boost ratings and ask pre-generated questions.
"Tiffany, we're talking about unprecedented amounts of damage. We have reports
already that just the wind has knocked out numerous telephone and electrical
lines. Some 200,000 homes are without power currently and the temperature has
dropped to 30 degrees, with a wind-chill factor bringing it 20 degrees colder
than that. Storm-force winds on the coast, and flooding has already done
serious damage. People are scared, and looting and hysteria has to be a
primary concern for emergency services right now." - the charming young man
explains the situation, with some sense of confidence.
"What about an evacuation order?.. " the woman asks in response.
"We haven't heard anything from the Governor's office. The best we can do right
now though, is stay inside, get as many blankets and warm clothes as you can
and hold your family close ladies and gentlemen. We'll get through this
together. I'm Stan Walker, Channel 6 News - here with you."
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Message: 77/56 Posted Author
Bourbon and MASS Bedlam Wed Dec 20 Mikael
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With the current storm, and the promise of it to continue, Mikael puts out a
notice at Vieux Carre as well as requesting a small spot in the newspaper to
announce that his opening would still take place, but that arrangements were
being made to move the food samples into the actual restaurant and bar/lounge
respectively, and that if safely possible the light display would still
happen at the same time as the story. If not, the lights would still be
turned on in the courtyard to see (and remain on until after the Holidays),
and the story would be told inside the safe, dry lounge. There are back up
generators in the building, and precations are being taken in case of power
failure. Added to the notices will be the message that regretfully the
Children's Choir would not be performing in the courtyard during the
afternoon, due to the weather, but that their Christmas album was still going
to be available during the festivities, with all proceeds going to Hands of
Hope Mission.
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Message: 77/57 Posted Author
More storm responses Wed Dec 20 WhoopingCrane
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For the duration of the current storm plot:
* Montserrat Recreation Center and New Horizons Community Center are also
acting as temporary shelters.
* Prospect Memorial Hospital is pre-emptively rescheduling non-emergency
procedures in anticipation of potential overload.
* The California Belle is remaining docked. Still open, but visitors are
informed in no uncertain terms that they board at their own risk.
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Message: 77/58 Posted Author
BREAKING NEWS (Update3) Thu Dec 21 Dragomir
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<<NEWS ALERT>>
"Mega-Storm Titan has made landfall, and the drop in temperature has turned the
precipitation in snow. This polar vortex has expanded dramatically over a
very short period of time and reached the coast rapidly. With winds pushing
100-110 mph now."
<Video of the coast being barraged with storm-force winds and flooding shifting
cars and peeling roofs off buildings.>
"Snow fall is very difficult to predict right now, with drifts causing rapid
accumulation in very short periods of time, people are getting buried before
they even realize."
<Governor Brown has issued an evacuation order for Prospect and the surrounding
area. The National Guard is being mobilized to assist with getting families
to safety. Criticism over the delayed response has already begun, as Media
outlets debate whether this is too little too late as a response.>
NOTE: This is a PRP global RP-hook. Anyone is welcome to run PrPs based on this
material and consult me for details/information. If you would like direct
information, you can @mail or page me and I will get back to you as soon as
possible. If you wish to submit a +request and have it handled through staff,
they will most likely add me to the job and I can help consult that way as
well if you're more comfortable with that. The impact around Prospect will
vary widely, this is by design so that you may RP this as much or as little
as you really want. Please know, this is a global RP-hook, it is meant to
encourage RP and create dynamic RP, not to hinder RP. If you want to get more
involved, and you need ideas - please let me know. Happy to assist. Enjoy
your snow-storm!
Current Conditions: HEAVY Snowstorm
Temperature: 29.0 F (-3.0 F with windchill)
Wind: East at 107 MPH
Atmospheric Pressure: 1541.7 mb
Dewpoint: 41.3 F
Visibility: .25 miles
Humidity: 98%rSunrise: 6:47 am (Not visible) Sunset: 4:47 pm
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Message: 77/59 Posted Author
B&B offers Shelter Fri Dec 22 Mikael
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During this emergency Vieux Carre is remaining open both day and night,
offering food and drink not only to Police, and other Volunteer workers that
have created a route for the Emergency vehicles, but to those stranded by the
storm. Having adequate generators, and food supplies, the adjorning bar and
lounge, Bourbon and Bedlam, has seen thier couches and loveseats turned into
makeshift beds for those needing emergency shelter, or who got snowed in
after last night's opening. It will remain such at least through the rest of
the Holiday weekend unless the storm lets up.
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Vieux_Carre
http://coh.spork.com/index.php?title=Bourbon_And_Bedlam
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Message: 77/60 Posted Author
Casualties Reported Fri Dec 22 EthanST
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"Authorities are now marking the first casualties of Mega-Storm Titan. Multiple
reports of injuries from traffic and other accidents blamed on the weather
have already come in, but at least four deaths are now attributed to Titan's
cold conditions alone," intones Tiffany as somberly as her good looks allow.
"We go to Stan, at the local NOAA. Stan?"
Stan looks safe enough in a research facility. "Thanks, Tiffany. With Prospect
already under siege due to unimaginable weather conditions, local
meteorologists are working in as much safety as possible to try and find some
answers. We're experiencing significant ice accumulation along at least one
stretch of coastline, where local marine biologists are puzzled to the deaths
of sea creatures having been frozen solid amidst the mega-storm conditions.
Bad enough there are innocent animals getting caught in the crossfire, our
first reports of human casualties as a direct result of the storm are coming
in. Law enforcement has notified us of at least four people, two individuals
and a couple respectively, having been found succumbed to the freezing
temperatures out-of-doors. Names are withheld until next-of-kin can be
notified. Now, we cannot say for certain, but the concept of a 'storm party'
as seen during other weather emergencies is just, well, just not a good idea!
Again, we cannot stress enough, remain indoors where it is safe. Please,
don't take your life in your own hands when good people are out their risking
themselves to try and keep us all going. Again, we will get through this
together. I'm Stan Walker, for Channel 6 News."
(part of the Titan Storm Global RP-hook, authorized by Dragomir)
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Message: 77/61 Posted Author
Mega-Storm Titan Update Sat Dec 23 Dragomir
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<NEWS REPORT>
PROSPECT, California (NEWS CENTER) - Don't underestimate Titan! The crippling
snowstorm is decreasing visibility and wreaking havoc across California. Snow
is now falling at a rate of two inches or more per hour with damaging winds
causing low visibility and dangerous travel conditions.
We will continue to see the worst of the storm through 8 p.m. Sunday.
"Blizzard conditions are expected and travel is prohibited. I still expect
about a foot and a half of snow for most towns, but the jackpot area will be
over the Northern end of Prospect where over 18 inches will fall. Rain will
be a player along sections of the coast, especially Downwest, where amounts
will be less between eight to twelve inches," said Gunther Todd.
According to the National Weather Services, snow will become heavy Saturday
afternoon with snowfall rates of one to three inches per hour possible and
blizzard conditions along the coast.
Hundreds of thousands of people are without power due to the storm. According
to Central California Power, 347,451 customers are without power between San
Fransico and Los Angeles. Almost all of Prospect area, is relying on
generator power at this point - and multiple reports of failing and damaged
generators are leaving Prospect residents in the dark and cold today.
RELATED: Unprecedented nor'Wester?! Will likely drop more than three feet of
snow statewide.
Blizzard warnings have been issued for the state. Governor Brown has issued an
evacuation order for residents able. This has left people stranded in cars,
and crowding shelters. Evacuation orders are all too common already in
California with the fires that have been raging. Qualcomm Stadium in Prospect
serves as a refuge center for 3000 people fleeing the Storm.
Current Conditions: Heavy/Blowing Snow
Temperature: 24.0 F (-4.4 C)
Wind: East at 77.6 MPH (66.9 knots)
Atmospheric Pressure: 1519.1 mb
Dewpoint: 29.6 F (-1.3 C)
Visibility: .3 miles
Humidity: 100%
Sunrise: 06:48 AM Sunset: 04:48 PM
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Message: 77/62 Posted Author
STORM! - Hunger Stalks Sat Dec 23 WendigoIncarna
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Palatial estates and buildings with massive windows to take in the
gorgeous prospect coastline were never built to deal with snow storms. While
power outages have plagued the city during this storm it quickly becomes
systemic in the wealthy neighborhoods. People who would just switch to backup
generators are finding their equipment failing and even the replacements
quickly die. Artistic skylights break under the weight of the falling snow
letting in the elements. The wealthy and affluent of Prospect find themselves
under siege by both weather and equipment failure. Those that didn't escape
the city early find themselves unable to flee the growing cold.
That is when the desperate madness sets in. Men and women used to
flying lobsters in from the East Coast on a whim find themselves without
kitchen staff and food supplies unsuited to any emergency. One brave EMT
reports finding a bank executive hunched over a fire made from a broken
paintings gnawing feverishly on the bones of his prize winning poodle. The
full extent of carnage won't be known till full access can be restored to
these parts of the city but it doesn't look good for Prospect's High Society.
-Spirit- For those more sensitive to spiritual matters there is now a
titanic roving hunger haunting the city. More felt than seen as the umbral
snow storm makes it invisible. The signs of its passing are clear. Spirits of
Man hanging upside down like a Jedi on Hoth with their hearts ripped out.
Swathes of red snow where things have died and been dragged off. In the Umbra
there is a louder howl to the wind that could just be weather or some
terrible great beast.
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Message: 77/63 Posted Author
Injured in the Storm Sat Dec 23 Hyo
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In the throes of the storm, several people are being rushed through Prospect
Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room doors for treatment. These injuries can
range from hypothermia from being out in the cold, blistering winds for too
long, to blunt trauma from hail, and other various broken bones and internal
injuries from being caught on the wrong side of some of the rioting
population. Doctors, nurses, EMT, first responders, and many others in
emergency services are being called in at all hours to try to deal with the
rush and others are encouraged to come in or bring anyone they find injured
to Prospect Memorial Hospital.
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Message: 77/64 Posted Author
Equipment Failure at Prospect Memo Tue Dec 26 Local News
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The mega-storm, Titan, is not the only unforeseen problem to trouble the city
of Prospect. Prospect Memorial Hospital, the largest health center in the
area, has recently reported a rash of equipment failures during the height of
the crisis, causing their staff to scramble for solutions during an already
trying time. Although the hospital has stated it is doing its best to triage
the unprecedented influx of injured coming through its doors, an increase in
the mortality rate has been unavoidable. One ER doctor, who wishes to remain
anonymous, has stated "Everything we have is a piece of (excrement). I've
seen more machines fail in the past three days than in the whole year. I
don't know if it's the power surges caused by the constantly breaking
generators or just plain bad luck, but it's been a real struggle to keep some
of the patients alive."
Chaplains at the hospital have also conceded that many of those being treated
are apparently losing their will to fight, with record numbers passing during
the night. "It's like the storm has just taken everything out of them.
Instead of getting better here, I've seen men and women just fade away
overnight." Several sources have claimed that resources at the hospital are
nearing depletion, with ventilators, defibrillators and other crucial pieces
of equipment breaking down at the most inconvenient of times. Hospital
administrators are assuring the public that despite these new challenges the
hospital remains open and is the closest center for urgent care, with
everyone doing their best to rise to the occasion.
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Action News: Stormquakes Thu Dec 28 Dragomir
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<<Action News Team 6 has been out braving this unprecedented weather, bringing
us live footage and ground reports throughout the evening.>>
Footage switches from anchorwoman Tiffany to a man so bundled up it's hard to
tell he's even human, wind whistling against the mike while the correspondent
and his camera man shelter in the recess of a doorway. There's a long pause
of communication delay before Tom nods his hooded head, speaking loudly to be
heard over the wind and flying snow.
"Thanks, Tiffany! I'm standing here tonight outside the Canary Street Mission
where volunteers have been coming together to provide food and heat to
Prospects needy this Christmas eve! It's crowded here tonight but employees
have kept their doors open and neighboring businesses have joined with them
to give charity where it's needed, taking people and pets off the dangerous
streets."
"Thanks Tom! What's the attitude like there at the Mission?"
"As you can see through the windows behind me, it may be crowded but people are
smiling, soaking in the Christmas spirit and the sense of a community coming
together to take care of its own. It's really amazing, Tiffany, with so much
misery brought on by this catastrophic weather, the human spirit really can't
be beat! It's-"
Tom cuts off and stumbles, the camera jerking to the side suddenly. "What the-"
Tom says, and again cuts off as another violent jerk knocks the camera man
off his feet.
"Tom? Tom! What's going on there?" asks Tiffany with alarm on her lovely
features.
"I think.. I think it's an earthqua-" Tom is cut off once more as the screen
begins to violently shake, the snow on the sidewalk jumping as a visible
crack forms in the sidewalk in front of the lens. Cars half buried in snow
drifts start to slide on the icy streets as the ground heaves and rolls like
water, blackened streetlights shaking and falling with crashes, shattering
windshields and smashing down onto the ground.
"Oh my god! Oh my go-!!" comes the voices of both the unseen Tom and his
cameraman before the jumping and bouncing camera's view is cut off in an
avalanche of black and grey backed by staticy crumbling sounds and muffled
screams, turning abruptly to the colored bars of an interrupted signal.
Footage then switches back to the Newsroom where anchors are clinging to the
news desk as tremors shake the studio, lights flickering and the camera
swaying. Tiffany, ever the professional news anchor, maintains composure
despite wide eyes and paling skin tone.
"Ladies and gentlemen, if you can still hear this, STAY INDOORS! Do NOT stand
in your doorways, find a sturdy desk or table and get under it right away!
Get under a desk or a ta-"
For twelve agonizing minutes during the already terrible storm, Prospect is
rocked by waves of quakes with Downtown given a shaky fright, while the
Harbor area in the worst of the storm's path takes the brunt of the
unexpected earthquake. Streets crack, cars are thrown like toys, water mains,
gas mains, and sewers erupt and crumble. Dozens of homes and businesses
sustain damage, while three fairly tall, mid-class apartment buildings within
the Harbor district crumble, littering the streets with rubble and glass.
News channel 6's signal is lost for almost an hour while repairs are hastily
made to restore it. Unfortunately, the Action News Team doesn't return.
Tiffany's professional demeanor is put to the test as she begins reading
pages of breaking news rapidly put in front of her with reports of casualties
and damage zones as they come in to the news center. With the storm driving
people into their homes to escape the weather, snow and ice trapping them
within, casualty numbers are... high.
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