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Wendell 'Bud' Hurlbut dies at 92; designed, built attractions for Knott's Berry Farm
![Wendell "Bud" Hurlbut, who helped turn Knott's Berry Farm into a modern amusement park by designing and building two of its signature attractions, the Calico Mine Ride and the Timber Mountain Log Ride, has died. He was 92.](http://www.latimes.com/media/thumbnails/story/2011-01/58844951-17200444-187105.jpg "Wendell "Bud\" Hurlbut, who helped turn Knott's Berry Farm into a modern amusement park by designing and building two of its signature attractions, the Calico Mine Ride and the Timber Mountain Log Ride, has died. He was 92.")
Wendell "Bud" Hurlbut, who helped turn Knott's Berry Farm into a modern amusement park by designing and building two of its signature attractions, the Calico Mine Ride and the Timber Mountain Log Ride, has died. He was 92.
Hurlbut died Jan. 5 at his home...Tags: Farms, Trips and Vacations, Sports, Golf, Travel
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Fourth of July getaway deals
![If your photo is under the dictionary's definition of "procrastinator," you probably haven't made travel plans for the Fourth of July weekend.](http://www.latimes.com/media/thumbnails/story/2009-06/40594485-11131756.jpg "If your photo is under the dictionary's definition of "procrastinator,\" you probably haven't made travel plans for the Fourth of July weekend.")
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterIf your photo is under the dictionary's definition of "procrastinator," you probably haven't made travel plans for the Fourth of July weekend. Don't panic. It's not too late to get a good deal on a quick vacation for the three-day holiday weekend....Tags: Commuting, Arizona, San Diego (San Diego, California), Utah, Holidays
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Smithsonian exhibit details White House furnishings
It is hard to believe, considering our national fondness for the White House and its history, but new presidents used to sell off the furnishings from the previous administration in something like a garage sale.
In an attempt to make "the people's house"...Tags: Entertainment Events, Theodore Roosevelt, Nancy Reagan, Rosalynn Carter, Thomas Jefferson
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Pat's vs. Geno's: Cheese steak war still simmers in Philadelphia
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterReporting from Philadelphia -- The movies' Rocky Balboa may be Philadelphia's most celebrated fighter, but this city's greatest rivalry is between two South Philly cheese-steak joints that may rival the Liberty Bell for iconic status: Pat's and Geno's....Tags: Pennsylvania, Foods and Beverages, Steaks, Human Interest, Rocky Balboa (fictional character)
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City Profile: Allentown
The largest of three Lehigh Valley cities, Allentown sits 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. It was founded in 1762 by William Allen, a former mayor of Philadelphia. The city is known for its award-winning parks system, The...Tags: Schools, Mayfair Festival, Big Love (tv program), High Schools, Minor League Baseball
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Lehigh Valley Exclusives
Every town and city or populated area has its own special identity. Many times it is defined by geography or history — a river, perhaps, or certain architecture from a specific time period. A region's character can become further defined by the arts...Tags: DeSales University, Cycling, Holidays, Bill Engvall, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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Allentown City Events
Every year is special in Allentown, with things to do every month. But 2012 will be the city's 250th anniversary, so lots of surprises are in store. Check http://www.allentownpa.gov/250 for updates. Meanwhile, enjoy these: Antonio Salemme Foundation &#...Tags: Mayfair Festival, Holidays, Human Interest, Arts and Culture, Halloween
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Education in the Lehigh Valley
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES CEDAR CREST COLLEGE (FALCONS), 100 College Drive, Allentown, 610-437-4471, 1-800-360-1222, http://www.cedarcrest.edu CHESTNUT HILL COLLEGE, Satellite program of Chestnut Hill's main campus in Philadelphia, 9601 Germantown Ave.,...Tags: Cetronia, Colleges and Universities, Colebrook, Coopersburg, Mechanicsville (Lehigh, Pennsylvania)
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State competition allows you to make new law
Daily American Staff WriterResidents throughout the state have been invited to help state legislators craft a new law as part of a competition designed to increase participation in government. State Sen. Anthony Williams, D-Philadelphia, has launched a “There Oughta Be a...Tags: Democracy, California, Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), S Joseph Simitian, Human Interest
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Planning your trip to Philadelphia
PhiladelphiaTHE BEST WAY TO PHILADELPHIA WHAT TO DO President's House, 314-321 Market St., http://www.nps.gov/inde/historyculture/the-presidents-house.htm. Liberty Bell Center, 501 Market St., . Independence Hall, 520 Chestnut St.; (877) 444-6777, http://www....Tags: Minority Groups, Marketing, Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), Elections, African Americans
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Mmmmmmm. This is tasty. April Fools!
Some of the best April Fools' pranks of all time have been food-related: the BBC's report on the Swiss spaghetti harvest in the 1950s; the left-handed Whopper from Burger King; Taco Bell's purchase of the Liberty Bell.
In that spirit, we turned to Homaro...Tags: Foods and Beverages, Burger King Whopper, Salt, Burger King, Lifestyle and Leisure
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Palin playing hard to get, in PA today
Pennsylvania Ave.Sarah Palin must have been quite the heartbreaker in her dating days because she has mastered the age-old game of playing hard to get. If the media are her suitors (and if you read national political coverage this weekend they......
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