Alderwoman Jan Hogue has proposed a ban on fireworks within the city of Maumelle. She introduced the proposed ordinance during Monday evening’s City Council meeting but immediately called for a month’s delay before the proposal is read.

Is that a whiff of bubblegum and stale beer? Merchandizing! It's as natural for the world of professional sports as it is for a Kardashian (or anyone else who sleeps with a member of a professional sports team). Jerseys, hats, kosher hot dogs (actually, scratch that last one ), baby clothes...these chintzy, overpriced gifts make up a major part of the revenue for any red-blooded American league ...

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