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November 13, 2003
Beef-a-Real
Sniper witness made racial remarks 
"He joked a lot about blacks' facial features," Gregor said. "I do not consider Bender to be a serious bigot. He would make offensive remarks about anybody." Salon.com
November 12, 2003
Beef-a-Real
Lauderhill commissioners: Purple and gold house must be repainted within 3 years The home in the city's northwest section became the talk of the neighborhood after being painted the colors of the homeowner's college fraternity. The homeowner declined to comment for this story.
After nearby residents called City Hall to complain, city officials intervened, asking if the homeowner would be willing to find a more muted shade. He refused, saying he had paid professionals to paint the house, according to Assistant City Manager Desorae Giles-Smith.
And so the new ordinance, still awaiting a final vote, was born. Bow-wow-wow-yippie-yo-yippie-yeah! Sun Sentinel (FL)