Web Trends Report on WBAL AM1090 May 30, 2007

Here are links to the stories Dave Durian and I talked about this morning on WBAL AM1090.
Tax-free internet sales to be a thing of the past?
Dell to sell computers at Wal-Mart.
Jitterbug.com offers simple cell phones.

Healthy Summer Activities for Kids May 30, 2007

Sometimes summer vacation is all about relaxing in front of the television, but when you need to motivate your kids to exercise and stay active, these websites may offer some ideas.
Kidnetic.comThis site offers tips for games and activities that keep kids moving. You’ll also find kid-friendly recipes and ideas on how to make sure [...]

Remembering Fallen Troops May 28, 2007

This Memorial Day, here are two websites honoring the memories of fallen troops.
Legacy.com: In MemoriamThis special section of Legacy.com records each death in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. There’s a profile page for each service member killed, often with a photo, a description and a link to their hometown newspaper’s obituary article. [...]

Saving at the Pump May 25, 2007

Gas prices keep ticking higher as we head into the Memorial Day travel weekend. Here are a couple of sites to help you save money on fuel.
DailyFuelEconomyTip.comA new gas saving tip every day, along with continuing coverage of soaring prices at the pump.
FuelEconomy.govA more extensive site from the Department of Energy offering [...]

Web Trends Report on WBAL AM1090 May 23, 2007

Here are the links to some stories Dave Durian and I talked about this morning on WBAL AM1090.
MomsMinivan.com: A great survivial guide for family road trips.
Yapta.com: This airfare search engine will help you save money even after you purchase a plane ticket.
Cashing in on Typos: How our bad spelling is making one man heaps [...]

Surviving Holiday Road Trips May 23, 2007

If you’re hitting the road this Memorial Day weekend, here are a few sites to check out before you get behind the wheel.
MomsMinivan.comThis site is always at the top of my list for road trip suggestions. You can download and print out games like Car Bingo, card games and the classic license plate game. [...]

Carpool Connections May 21, 2007

While carpooling may sound like a bit of a hassle, the price of gas makes it more attractive every day, And some websites are making it easier than ever to find a nearby commuter going your way.
erideshare.comThis site hosts a massive bulletin board where commuters look to connect with others to share their ride [...]

Horse Racing Lingo May 17, 2007

The racetrack does have a lingo all its own, but with a little research even a horse racing novice can sound like a seasoned pro at the Preakness.
Horseracing.About.comThis extensive site walks you through all aspects of a trip to the track. From the paddock inspection to the variety of betting techniques. What does [...]

Web Trends Report on WBAL AM1090 May 17, 2007

Some links for you from my conversation with Dave Durian this morning on WBAL AM1090.
Pedigreequery.com: View the ancestry of racehorses.National Payment Card: Use your driver’s license as a debit card.AnglingMasters.com: Social networking for fishing enthusiasts.Dude, you’re getting a lawsuit!: Dell sued by New York’s Attorney General.

Remembering Barbaro May 16, 2007

Barbaro’s achivements and his struggle for survival captured our imagination, and some of his biggest fans are using the internet to create their own tributes to the champion horse.
Just search YouTube.com for “Barbaro Tribute” and you’ll find pages of links to music videos looking back on his life. Some may be a little mushy, [...]