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=================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/1 Author: Jessamine Sat Jan 05 An Ornithological Mystery ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ (Prospect, CA) -- Could a previously unknown species of raptor have been hiding in one of California's most densely populated areas? It sounds implausible, to say the least. "Like science fiction," according to Robert Corrigan, ornithologist at the University of California's Avram and Ruth Goldman Ecological Research Center in Prospect. Yet a few stubborn birdwatchers in the greater metropolitan area insist that it's true, and that they've seen something they can't find in any guidebook. Roberta Miller, 52, a high school science teacher, is typical of the believers. "I was out by the coast one morning a few weeks ago," says Ms. Miller, a tall woman whose severe manner and style of dress do little to suggest someone given to idle flights of fancy. "I was hoping to see one of the pair of eagles I spotted there last summer. I didn't see either of them, but what I did see was a bird about the same size, but with this incredibly vivid orange and yellow and red plumage. At first I thought it was just some sort of effect of the sunrise, but it perched in one of the sycamores at the top of the cliff and I got a better look at it. And it was ..." She pauses, taking a sip of coffee, and searches for the right word. In the end, though, all she can come up with is, "Incredible." Other local birders have corroborated her story. The descriptions are remarkably consistent: eagle-sized, and with the claws and talons of a bird of prey, but with brilliantly vivid feathers, a long twin-forked tail, and a striking feathered crest. Rashid Kaif, 36, a computer programmer with Black Ridge Capital, even has what he claims is a photograph of the mysterious creature -- though the image is too small and blurry to constitute definitive proof. But the descriptions don't match any known species, and Corrigan, who has studied raptors for nearly sixteen years after completing his PhD in Ecology, says flatly, "Birds of prey don't have that type of coloration. They're predators, and for predators, vivid coloring is evolutionary disadvantageous." He suggests that perhaps the birders have misidentified an unusually large specimen of a similarly colored bird -- a northern cardinal, perhaps. "Prospect is well west of its usual range," he admits, "but that's far more likely than it being a new species entirely. For a species this large and eye-catching to go unknown for so long in Southern California is ... To call it a billion to one shot would be overstating the likelihood." Yet the birders stand their ground. "I know what a cardinal looks like," Ms. Miller scoffs. "There is no chance that what I saw was a cardinal. Zero. None." Mr. Kaif, and a half-dozen others contacted for this story, were similarly firm. Donald Garrett, at 72 a retired veteran of the Iraq War, speculates that it might be a unique individual of a species usually colored more drably. "Like a white crocodile. But I don't think that's very likely," he says. "Physically it's distinct from every other large raptor I can think of, even if you set the coloration aside entirely." The truth remains in doubt. And while Dr. Corrigan says the Goldman Center has no plans to launch a search for the bird on its own, "if someone has a photograph or a verifiable sighting, we'd be first in line to see that." He smiles, and for just a moment, his eyes have a faraway look to them. "Who wouldn't want to? It'd be the find of a lifetime." -- Karen Capelli for the Prospect News Herald. (OOC: Contact Jessamine!) ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/2 Author: Arianna Thu Jan 17 Golden Sunset Gallery grand openin ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Prospect Union-Tribue article in the society pages. (Let's assume this is a summary of an article by a witty, snarky someone with Expression 5.) The opening of the Golden Sunset Gallery on Saturday the Fifth started off 2019 for Prospect society with a bang. It was quite a who's who of Prospect from the mayor, Kameron Falcon, to celebrities like actor/comedian Pauly Shore and YouTuber Tabby Garret, and many of the city's business elite such as Agnes Blum. If you didn't catch the manager, Gordon Reeves, promoting the opening in December you're sure to see more of him in the future. Opening with a religious theme, Golden Sunset Gallery pulled in a traveling exhibit of the artwork of the Sistine Chapel. Quite an impressive exhibit, allowing people to see the famous master's work up close. Catching an exhibit like that to open is a feat itself. The night's event focused on a charity silent auction of classic Christian artwork. Most prominent would be Virgin and Child, the painting by Peter Van Lint from the 17th century. One of four exquisite pieces donated by Daphnne Cunningham, founder of Golden Sunset and CEO of Cunningham Enterprises, another name we're sure to hear more of. A surprise hit of the auction was a beautiful Edwardian rosary necklace donated by the On Wings of Angels Foundation. All told the auction resulted in $525,000 with another $20,000 in donations for several church charities in Prospect; food banks, women's and family and homeless shelters. Perhaps some credit for the generosity were the performances during the auction. A solo ballet dance by Madeline Blanchard lead into Ave Maria and Dona Nobis Pacem sung by the likes of Katharina von Starhemberg and Doctor Jolene Addison behind On Wings of Angels. A night of the arts inspired by faith to stir the heart. A night sure to be remembered for some time to come. And if you were not on the opening night's guest list, the Sistine Chapel exhibit is still on display through March. Golden Sunset is particularly encouraging schools to send a field trip. Whether you're stirred by the faith or not, full scale reproductions of Michelangelo's masterpieces seen up close are quite a sight to understand skill, beauty, and history. (Illustrated with a photo of people admiring one of the frescoes in the Golden Sunset Gallery. With more photos in the online version, and a link to the exhibit's ad: https://vimeo.com/226891896) Byline: Arianna ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/3 Author: Sae Tue Feb 19 Largest VR Beta Test Recruiting! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bored with life? Want to see if there's more out there? Want to immerse yourself in new lands and go on adventure? IMMERSV Labs is recruiting beta test users to be part of a massively experience that will take them to the brinks of virtual reality and beyond. Must be willing to be supervised and stay in a central location for a certain length of time. Food, room and board, and even medical expenses are covered. Want to be part of something greater? Sign up at www.immersvlabs.com/betatest (obviously not a real website). Press Release c/o: Influencr Marketing LLC OOC: Plot fu happening. Contact Sae for more info if you wanna take part. Thanks! ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/4 Author: Sae Wed Feb 20 Faberge Imperial Collection on Auc ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ News spreads through wealthy circles as well as the local news. It seems that an imperial collection Faberge egg is being showcased in Prospect for a limited time only as it makes it way to be sold for auction. It's a beautiful jewel encrusted egg and it's estimated worth is said to be in the millions as even the usual signs of crafting can't be found. It's truly a perfect specimen. It will be showing at <insert location here for a limited time...> OOC: This is a plot hook. Bygone characters will IMMEDIATELY notice this is an egg of what was thought to be an extinct bygone species. People with sufficient bygone lore (3+) can roll int+bygone lore to Sae at diff 6 to see if they know. Otherwise, you need occult 4+ (int+occult at diff 7) to recognize as such. Yes this is a little plot thing. Contact for more info! ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/5 Author: Mikael Wed Feb 27 Mardi Gras ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Laissez les bon temps rouler! "Let The Good Times Roll!" It is the week of the Festival of Mardi Gras in New Orleans! In celebration of such each night Bourbon and Bedlam will be celebrating a different Krewe of the day all through the week. Special drinks will be available along with special food choices from Vieux Carre (slices of authentic King Cake or entire cakes available for sale). Those who do not arrive in costume can still get beads and masks at the door. Wednesday we will start things off by celebrating the Mystic Krewe of Nyx. Their signature throw is the hand-decorated Nyx purse. B&B has secured some of them. The upcoming week will see Krewe afterparties, so watch for the announcements. During the evenings, throws will be given out from that day's Krewe to those who are enjoying the festivities. (OOC: +events will be posted, but IC live bands and other activities will be occurring all week at the lounge. RP accordingly and enjoy yourselves!) ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/6 Author: Anyu Thu Feb 28 The Witches Brew taking Applicatio ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In the hiring ads section there is a small blurb, "The Witches Brew and Occult Shoppe is now hiring! Shop Assistant and Greenhouse Assistant are two positions available. Employees must be open-minded. Please contact the Witches Brew at xxx-xxx-xxxx (@mail/page Anyu) if interested." ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/7 Author: Arianna Thu Feb 28 Carnival in Prospect ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ One article that pops up in the Union-Tribune's Things To Do part of their Entertainment section. Sounds like Mardi Gras merrymaking in the Gaslamp Quarter The good times are getting rolling in Prospect. Saturday everyone 21 and up can take the Big Easy Bites and Booze tasting tour through 20 particpating bars and restaurants in the Gaslamp Quarter collecting beads at each. If you're really into the spirit of Carnival then check out Bourbon and Bedlam which is going all out with a krewe themed night, and authentic King Cake from Vieux Carre, all the way through to a big Mardi Gras bash Tuesday. A few blocks down Comet in the Arts Disctrict another New Orleans themed club, Royal Cajun Cabaret, is keeping their stage busy with Carnival dance troupes and burlesque shows. For those of you into a bit of gossip, there's some rumors of the Cabaret scouting out some locations in Carlsbad. Whether that means this is an expansion for new party opportunities in Carlsbad, or a last chance for a cabaret show here in Prospect is still a matter of speculation as Cabaret management has declined comment on the grounds of being too busy with Carnival. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/8 Author: Anyu Tue Apr 09 Family Tree Charitable Event Recru ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This ad will appear in the daily paper and online papers. Seeking Designers and Models to join in the Family Tree Charitable Event The event will require sponsors, caterers, designers, and models. There will be a dinner and a runway show and all proceeds from ticket sales will go to the Family Tree House of Hope (https://www.thefamilytree.org/?mc_cid=38653a897c&mc_eid=150cf939c6). A little about Family Tree House of Hope - WE ARE COMMITTED TO ADDRESSING THE INTERCONNECTED ISSUES OF CHILD ABUSE, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND HOMELESSNESS Once a survivor of domestic violence escapes, they experience homelessness, and children who grow up in homes of violence will oftentimes carry that trauma with them throughout the rest of their lives. These situations have devastating effects on individuals and families in our community. Family Tree works alongside people affected by child abuse, domestic violence, and homelessness throughout their journey to safety and economic independence, providing emergency residential services, case management and advocacy, therapeutic services, outreach support, housing search and placement, education and employment support, among many other services. By leveraging a deeper, broader, and more holistic array of life-changing services and programs, Family Tree empowers individuals and families to discover their own strengths to create lasting, positive change. If interested in joining this event, please contact Anyu McCoy (555-555-5555, anyu@witches-brew.com), Owner of Witches Brew, which is a main sponsor of this event. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/9 Author: Jasmine Mon Apr 15 Mother doing karate while son stri ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Police got quite the kick out of a mother and son wreaking havoc inside a Prospect Walmart with their dog. Officers with Prospect Police Department responded to reports of a theft in progress at the shopping center around 8:30 pm, where they found 46-year-old Lisa Smith “screaming in the entryway" and chasing after her loose canine, authorities said in a statement. Shoppers and Walmart employees told responding officers the dog, Bo, was not wearing a leash when Smith arrived and started running up to customers while his owner “erratically started pulling apart store displays and placing them in her cart.” Smith was asked to leave the store, but continued to cause trouble in the parking lot, where she performed a series of karate moves. Bo meanwhile, attempted to escape the Walmart with a stolen treat — a box of Jiffy Cornbread Muffin mix. Her 25-year-old son, identified by officers as Benny Vann, was also “in the store causing problems,” police said. He made his way to the back of the Walmart and stripped down, exposing himself to other customers. Vann grabbed some clothing items off a nearby rack and tried to make a run for it. At one point he attempted to run down an officer with his scooter. Responding police “physically” stopped the scooter and Vann was arrested for lewd and lascivious behavior, disorderly conduct and retail theft. His mother was also taken into custody, but not before she attempted to kick out the window of a squad car. Smith is facing charges of disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and misdemeanor bail jumping. The ONLY THING that was found interesting on their persons otherwise was a few bags of Dove chocolates that were finished in their vehicle and were being consumed while on premises. OOC Note: OBVIOUSLY RELATED TO CURSED CHOCOLATE PLOT THREAD. Send inquiries to Jasmine. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/10 Author: Tellus Enterprises Wed Apr 17 The Typhoon 5 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bored with your old games? Wanting something new and enjoyable for you and your entire family? The wait is almost over. Today Tellus Enterprises releases video footage of its new console, the Typhoon 5 along with some launch titles. Those familiar with popular games like Biological Warfare 7, The Clones 3, The Clones 3 Online, Eden Online 2. - And many, many more! As a special bonus~ Double credit on any trade in offers of any used games and consoles. Throw that crappy VR headset aside or that unreliable Kinect junk. Nothing compares to the brand trusted name of the Typhoon. Made in America! Press Release: Tellus Enterprises Have a complaint or more likely a compliment? - Tellus at 1-800-TELL-US!! (OOC- Video game plot in the future !) ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/11 Author: Local News Wed May 29 Two Dead at Los Angeles horse show ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Nation-wide horse racing is under scrutiny due to recent animal casualties, but the California equestrian circuit has just announced its first human deaths, both of which are pending investigation. Lee Dalton, 21, owner operator of Greyhawk Ranch in Prospect, was declared dead on the scene by paramedics while at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center, having attended the 2019 Hollywood Charity Horse Show held Memorial Day Weekend. Regina George, 18, also on the scene was transported to Dignity Health Los Angeles with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, however was declared dead on arrival. Authorities have released speculation that George had entered the show grounds with a firearm, shot Dalton and then turned the firearm on herself. HCHS and the LAEC have expressed their condolences to the victim’s families, and their mutual reassurances for improved security at all future equestrian events throughout the season. Currently complying with the LAPD’s investigation, both organizations have since contributed to a charity fund outside that of the show, intended as relief for the affected Greyhawk Ranch. Investigators have asked anyone with any information to come forward. A statement from Greyhawk Ranch is as follows. “We are saddened beyond belief at this tragedy. The ranch has been family-owned for generations, and Lee was like family to all of us here. The welfare of our ranch hands and instructors is paramount, along with that of our riders, so operations will be shut down while we take time to grieve and keep the remainder of our family safe,” provided by Joseph Sani, lead ranch hand, stated as having worked for the family-run company for 30 years. All private lessons and after-school classes for Greyhawk Ranch are temporarily suspended, until provided further results from the police investigation. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/12 Author: Radio Advertisement Mon Jun 03 Eat Like a King ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Your royalty, we are proud to announce the Truffle Burger is finally back. For a limited time only, feast like the king you are. Two half pound patties cooked to perfection topped with a full stuffed portobello mushroom that comes with a side of parmesan truffle oil fries. Don't forget your bottomless cup and quench that thirst my liege. For those of more discretionary tastes, O'Tolley's is now serving the Impossible Bleeding Burger made from plants only. Completely Wild and Eco-Friendly the Impossible burger gives you the taste of meat with none of the drawbacks. Our Wizards have worked hard my king! Lastly, the new seasonal beverage has arrived from Ten Tickle Ales. Try our Summer Lager and beat the heat. Enjoy your feast. ---- Your closest O'Tolley's can be found on the corner of Market Street and Mission Dr. Whether on the run and needing to use the drive thru or bringing the whole family out for a delicious meal. Drop on by. We cater to all. Open 24/7. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/13 Author: HoneyBadger Fri Jun 21 Police Looking ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A small spot run on local TV news, online alerts with media and news authorities in the local area all run with the same local story a couple of times a day over the next week: Prospect Police are asking the community to be aware of this man (photo attached). He has been going by the name of Davidson and has claimed to be a member of three punk rock bands. Police are looking for this person to serve a warrant. He has been banned from several area businesses where he has been offensive and a nuisance as well as intimidating to patrons. They have not, as of yet, been unable to locate him to serve the warrant. The community is asked to be aware of this person and contact the local authorities if he is spotted. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/14 Author: FennecFox Sat Jun 22 Davidson Retraction ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A recent news piece has been run by various outlets in the Prospect region. (Police Looking 12/81) has been retracted by the news agencies citing spurious and incorrect information provided to them by an inproper source. "The information given to us did not come through the proper Police Media Liason. An investigation on our part resulted in discovery that the information was spurious and obviously flawed. The articles have been pulled from our website and we would like to apologize to Mister Davidson, should he even exist, about any confusion. We urge our patrons to ignore the previous message and to not harass the individual in the previous photo." ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/15 Author: WhoopingCrane Sat Jun 22 OOC note regarding the above ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Because I was asked about this, a clarification: The recent retraction was an /IC/ retraction. It was not an OOC retcon. The original IC story /did/ go out as stated. And then they came back the next day and /ICly/ said 'Whoops, that got screwed up'. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/16 Author: Manfred Tue Jul 02 Restaurant Opening ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ BBQ, Burgers, and Brews Tavern and Restaurant wants to open with a real "BANG!" so this July 4th our doors will finally be open for twenty hour service to the Laughlin area. Good food, and good drinks all in a beautiful scenic spot. So come on over and celebrate the day with us! HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY! Regular draft beer for a dollar! Dollar Hot Dogs! Half-price Regular Cheeseburgers! Free appetizers at the bar! ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/17 Author: News Wed Jul 31 Celebrity Death ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tonight, we would like to anounce the passing of a standing figure in the community. Ian Brandon Jenkins, 32, well-renowned horror author and husband, died from breathing in toxic fumes on 07/29/2019 inside of a burning building. He had been cooking at a community food drive and BBQ sponsored by the local Methodist church in a low-income part of Prospect, when witnesses spotted white smoke. The house that had caught on fire was abandoned due to previously being used as a meth cooking lab, and hadn't had any luck in being sold to prospective buyers. Apparently, someone had broken into the house and set a speaker with a battery as a prank, the recording of a small child calling for help could be heard by the alarmed crowd. Mr. Jenkins, who is a well-known philanthropist and humanitarian, didn't wait for the fire department to arrive before he barged his way inside to rescue the supposed child in danger. Investigators had discovered that the insides were doused with gasoline as an accelerant, and the culprit had managed to ignite the fire before escaping the soon to be burning building. Police are still looking into this incident. Mr. Jenkins will be dearly missed. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/18 Author: Newspapers Sat Aug 03 Minor notice in the region section ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A minor notice posted in the regional section of various newspapers. Prospect Memorial Cemetary will be closed for renovations and much needed maitenance starting on August 7th, with an expected reopening to the public on August 21st. The staff at the cemetary deeply regrets any inconvienance this causes people, or delays in them seeing their loved ones; but due to insurance company policies, the public will not have access while renovations are being completed. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/19 Author: Kachina Tue Aug 20 Friends of the River ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Our lawsuit seeks to prevent an illegal plan to raise Shasta Dam that would flood the protected McCloud River and Tribal Lands. Our lawsuit claims the Fresno-based Westlands Water District is unlawfully cooperating with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to raise the dam. The dam raise would destroy the sacred lands of the Winnemem Wintu Tribe which already lost 90 of its historic lands when the dam was first built in the 1940s. The multibillion-dollar project would also harm trout and endangered Chinook salmon along with other rare plants and wildlife. Details on the proposed project and litigation are available on our website at www.friendsoftheriver.org. Please consider a contribution or contact your local Friends of The River coordinator to see other ways you can help save our rivers. (page or @mail Kachina) ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/20 Author: Seth Tue Aug 20 The Gatsby renovation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Gatsby, a high-end nightclub located in Prospect's prestigious North Beach district, is under new ownership and undergoing some minor renovations. While it will remain open in the interim, some sections may be temporarily closed off. Current members and first-time visitors alike are invited to a round-the-clock celebration throughout the weekend of September 7 and 8. All food and drinks will be 10 percent off (limit $100 per person for non-members). ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/21 Author: Silvana Wed Aug 28 First Responders Charity Ball!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Come join us at the Oasis Casino on September 11th for the 7th Annual First Responders Charity Ball!! The theme this year is Disco Fever. So come for the food, entertainment and dancing, but most importantly to support our men and woman that put their life on the line every single day. There will be a silent auction this year from many of our local business from the city of Prospect. Last year we had some great items for bid like "The Devil's" UFC champion gloves signed, as well as a all expends cruise to Alaska with spending money. So if you wish to donate to the First Responders charity please contact Silvana Bethancourt at ###-###-####. Let's get ready to dance the night away, so make sure to dust off some of that old clothes from the closet and purchase your tickets for this great cause. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/22 Author: Silvana Wed Aug 28 Last Chance to Grab Some Summer! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ As summer is close to it's end and school is starting or has started for many students, come enjoy the Amusement park at the Boardwalk this weekend for a day of fun with the family. All students get a bracelet to enjoy the rides and games for FREE and adults will get a discount. There will be giveaways through out the day. So come out this weekend with your family and enjoy the Amusement park. There will be fireworks as well. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/23 Author: Union Tribune Sat Aug 31 Castaway Rescued after 8 Years ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Vernon Jones, a Merchant Marine ship captain, was rescued from a south Pacific island. He was found by a movie production scout crew looking for a new unique location for their next film. Mr Jones was presumed dead after going overboard in a bad storm in 2011. At the time he was not Captain of the ship he was aboard, he was actually heading to Japan aboard another ship to meet his new crew and vessel he was to take command of. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/24 Author: Yvette Fri Sep 13 Surf Competition ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Flyers for an upcoming surfing competition can be found all over the city, particularly at sporting goods stores, athletic outlets and on high school and college campuses. "4ocean.com is hosting a summer-closing surfing competition. Proceeds from the event go to removing plastic wastes from the ocean. 4ocean bracelets can also be purchased at the event. The grand prize is $3000 and double points rated (for those that are on the circuit). Vendor tents will be set up, so that food trucks and other local businesses can sell their wares to the general public. Live music will be on hand to offer entertainment. To sign up for the event, please contact the local 4ocean.com office (ie... +event/signup)." Pictures of surfers, local bands, kiosks with games and food decorate the flyers. Hope to see you there! ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/25 Author: Caerus Sat Sep 14 Secure Communications, Inc. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Looking to the future, Secure Communications announces a new facility near Prospect California. Sitting south east of the city with its back to the Desert Mountains the facility will house the next generation of communication satellites to make sure all your communications are safe and secure. From internet, to phone lines, to security monitoring services, the company stands ready to secure you and your data from the world. Over a hundred jobs will be available from project design, to manufacturing, from security guards to maintenance techs, with most the manufacturing work actually being done by robotic machines. Inquires and questions to Secure Communications (800) 555-1212. (OOC: Questions to Caerus) ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/26 Author: Daize Sat Sep 14 4ocean Surfing Competition Results ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Saturday, September 14, 2019 PROSPECT, CA - 4ocean.com held one of the final amateur surfing competitions of the summer. Many locals and surf enthusiasts attended and participated in the competition. Proceeds from the event goes towards funding efforts to remove plastics from the ocean as well as other efforts to protect the ocean from harm. "For every dollar that we collect, we remove a pound of plastic from the ocean. It's really good to see that many residents of Prospect came out today in order to keep our oceans clean," says Judy Edwards, the regional representative of 4ocean. Daisy Parker, a native Californian, won the competition by nailing a 360 aerial during her run. Parker states, "The ocean vibes were righteous. I was grooving with the wave. It was totally awesome." According to flyers seen at the event, Parker is a surf coach and makes herself available for private one on one lessons. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/27 Author: Daize Sat Oct 05 Wildcoast Surfing Competition Resu ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ *** Found in the sports section *** IMPERIAL BEACH, CA -- Wildcoast, an international non-profit environmental organization that conserve coastal and marine ecosystem and wildlife, held its annual ocean festival and surf competition today. The fair skies and onshore winds provided decent swells for the competitors. This year's ocean festival drew large crowds, raising nearly $5000 in donations towards ocean clean-up projects up and down the California / Baja California coast. Beth Hamill, 25, pulled off the win by performing a tremendous rodeo flip on her final run. Hamill, an Hawaiian native, set the bar high, making it nearly impossible for the other competitors to even come close. "The waves were just gnarly. I was so stoked when I landed the rodeo," said Hamill. Hamill has dedicated this year's surfing tour to her brother, who was killed by a tiger shark while surfing on a family vacation. Lana Branch, who finished third in the competition, was there with Hamill and has been supportive of her friend. Not all were impressed with Hamill's run. Malia Oh, a competitor that suffered a massive wipeout when the nose of her board clipped the lip of the wave while attempting to complete her own aerial trick, filed a complaint hinting that Hamill cheated. Emotions ran high throughout the entire competition. When asked for comment, Oh family members turned reporters away. California native, Daisy Parker managed to squeak out a second place finish over Branch when she hit her 360 aerial. Parker, an ambassador surfing coach of the Wave Project, had her own cheering section as many children who partake in the surfing therapy were on-hand to cheer the local surfer. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/28 Author: Serena Sun Oct 13 Base Jumping from Black Ridge ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The following news story appears on various local media outlets: There was some excitement in Downtown Prospect in early morning of Saturday October 12th. Thrill seeker Serena Cartwright, the only daughter of the Manhattan banking investors Samuel and Candice Cartwright, decided to climb the exterior of the Black Ridge building, the second tallest building downtown. She started the ascent in the early morning darkness, but was noticed by some of the cleaning staff working in one of the offices. Authorities were called to the scene, and rode the elevator up to the top of the building to apprehend Miss Cartwright for illegal trespass. Their attempts were temporarily foiled, however, as Miss Cartwright leapt off the edge of the building, only to deploy a parachute and glide to the streets below. She landed amongst an excited onlookers, reporters and police officers. When asked why she pulled the stunt, she laughed out a response, "Because it was exciting as hell!" as she was being placed inside a patrol vehicle. She was detained and charge with several misdemeanor crimes, but released on her own recognizance a few hours later. "Miss Cartwright apologizes for her behavior," her personal lawyer said in a short statement. "She didn't mean to cause a scene and we'll work with authorities and building owners to put matters right. Serena is a very experienced climber, base jumper and sky diver, and we strongly discourage other people from performing these stunts on their own." There have been no comments from Miss Cartwright directly. OOC: Plenty of news footage and social media coverage can be found of the stunt. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/29 Author: Caressa Sat Oct 19 Charity Gala For Mental Health ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ A grand time was had by all who attended the Charity Gala for Mental Health. All of Prospect's elite turned out for the event and very generously supported the event. Guests enjoyed a vast menu of hors d'ouevers and charcuterie station along with a signature cocktail catered by Mr. Ethan Sienna of Club Rhapsody. The food was pure decadence at its finest. Others were drawn to the dance floor by the four string quartet courtsey of the Cartwright family. By the end of the evening $75,000 dollars had been raised which will be split evenly between St. Agnes' Family Clinic and Trinity Psychiatric Hospital. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/30 Author: Verlaine Mon Oct 21 St. Joseph's Guest Speakers ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ For the next two weeks St. Joseph's Cathedral will be hosting guest speakers in lieu of their normal sermons. On the 27th local professor of Religious Studies and Interfaith Dialogue Fatima Barakat will speak on the nature of faith in the 21st century and relations between Christians and Muslims in America. On the next Sunday Rev. Jonas Bitburn is scheduled to preach on the role of worship in a modern society. The minister of St. Joseph's, Reverend Verlaine Mercier, has said that 'It's important to provide new outlooks and perspectives when preaching the word. Sometimes when we focus on one person's interpretation of the holy mysteries there are missed elements. I'm humbled by the prestigious speakers that have offered to speak here." Regular sermons will begin again October 10th when Rev. Mercier returns from vacation. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/31 Author: Daize Thu Oct 24 Shark Attacks Local Surfer ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Local surfer, Daisy Parker, was attacked by a tiger shark during a surfing photo shoot in waters off Tikehau, French Polynesia. Parker was bumped from underneath by the ocean predator in between video and photo sessions with the start-up surfing / sportswear company, Protest. Parker was thrown from her board during the incident. Due to the quick actions of the camera crew, Parker only suffered lascerations to her thigh. "Dude, it felt like I got hit by a bus," explains the surfer. The owner of Zimzala Surf Bin goes on to show the bite mark scar upon her thigh, "Almost made me a tasty treat. But the crew arrived just in the nick of time." When asked whether or not she'll return to surfing, Parker said, "Dude, we're playing in their playground, but the next wave is out there, just calling me." ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/32 Author: MoGui Thu Nov 07 CLASSIFIED AD ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In the Classifieds section of the local Prospect newspaper, under HELP WANTED - MISC will be the following advertisement: Green Hornet, where are you? The tower of a Great Old One demands attention. - Kato (A phone number that links to voicemail box is provided to receive any replies) OOC: @mail Mogui with any follow-up - this primarily (but not exclusively) pertains to +event 1002 ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/33 Author: Verlaine Fri Nov 22 Local Attorney Found Dead ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Local attorney Jacob Townshead was found dead in the parking lot of his law firm, Levy and Dunham, this evening. A witness was reported as saying "It looked like knives had been stabbed into each of his major organs in alphabetical order." Mr. Townshead's fiance, Sarah White, has also been missing for two weeks and police are now saying that Mr. Townshead was on their list of suspects. This is a breaking story. Be sure to visit ProspectNewsFirst.com for all of the late breaking and important news coming out of Prospect every day. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/34 Author: Oksana Sun Nov 24 Classified Ad ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Are you wanting to shed a few extra pounds, but not sure how to do it? Do you wish that you could go to a gym, but then not be hassled by the sales team to sign up for a lengthy and expensive contract? Does going to the gym make you feel intimidated by those who have better bodies? Do you want to avoid the gym rats that talk about nothing but creatinine or whatever health supplement they're pushing? Then you should find yourself a personal trainer! Someone who can meet your schedule and your needs. Working the late shift? An early riser? Maybe only an hour here or there? It doesn't matter. Your health is your livelihood! Please call Oksana Kazakova to arrange a meeting. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/35 Author: MoltingMacaw Sat Dec 28 Report: Missing Detective ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Saturday night a local detective in Oceanside was reported missing in action. The OPD has yet to release any additional info on the matter but on an exclusive interview with the Chief of the OPD. It was stated that he was a member of the anti-gang unit on task and working with ATF. More on the report as it is released. ============================================================================== =================================== IC News ================================== Message: 12/36 Author: MoltingMacaw Tue Dec 31 Spokesperson from Firetrace Fire S ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ As reports of a faulty fire suppression system continue to air, Melonie Anderson - a spokesperson for Firetrace Fire Suppression International - has issued this statement, "We, at Firetrace, take our product very seriously and wish to get to the bottom of what transpired at De Rossi Restoration. Our team of system experts and analysts will be conducting diagnostics to verify these claims that it was our system that was faulty, or if there were other extenuating circumstances that lead to the fire." On December 27th, a fire was reported at De Rossi Restoration. The fire was contained to just the one building structure, much to the fast acting response by the fire responders and the fire fighters of Prospect. Allegedly, the fire suppression system is to blame, citing a faulty system. When this reporter tried to reach Anderson for further comment, she was swarmed by a team of lawyers and left the press conference. ==============================================================================
