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For 13 years he was a US Army Counterintelligence Special Agent. He followed that with spells as a Director of Security and Safety at a hospital and Media Director for an international air show.

Now Richard Evans is taking it a little easy.

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Sports & Recreation > Golf Where to get your golf fix during the winter months: 1 of 3
Bright sunshine, temperatures in the upper 70s and a modest wind wafting through the trees. Your ball clears a pristine sand trap to roll on a perfect green into your Birdie Zone. Blue skies? This is February? Indeed, we are in Indian Wells, California's winter golf capital. Of course, it starts with location and climate. Ju... More..
Computers & Technology > Business & Office Software Software reviews: Bid4Build (construction estimating software): 1 of 3
I am a real estate investor and oft time rehabber and relying on contractors for repair estimates is always a dicey and time-consuming task. Checking out Bid4Build, I realized I had found one of the best options for a small outfit that doesn't have their own, in-house estimators. Bid4Build retails for around $295 but has man... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues Commentary: From free speech to tasers: 8 of 23
Many are horrified by the recent incidents when 21-year-old Florida student Andrew Meyer was arrested and tasered after "Speaking Out" at a Question & Answer session with Democratic Presidential Nominee John Kerry. Most are horrified for all the wrong reasons. Those most horrified say he was tasered because he was exercising... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Therapies Acupuncture and its uses: 9 of 25
Acupuncture is an ancient technique in which a skilled practitioner inserts hair-thin needles into specific points on the body to prevent or treat illness. Practiced for over 2,500 years in China, where it originated, acupuncture is part of the holistic system of traditional Chinese medicine which views health as a constantl... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas Hotel reviews: Hotel Bellagio, Las Vegas: 3 of 8
Bellagio is is a treat for the romantic in us all! It is based on an entire village in northern Italy, with a princely flair for all things luxurious and enchanting. One of Las Vegas' largest luxury mega-resorts, its signature' show is the free Fountains of Bellagio a $30-million aquatic spectacle created by colorful, soarin... More..
Personal Finance > Real Estate Tips on finding and buying good investment properties: 2 of 5
When looking to invest in a good investment property you have to learn new rules. When buying your home, the average person is looking for an attractive home they would love to live in with their families. They want to do inspections to make sure that the house is sound. They want to be proud of their home. Such an attitude ... More..
Local Guides > New York City Travel destinations: New York City: 9 of 22
New York City is chock-full of lots to see and do. But whenever you come, here are five attractions you absolutely MUST visit: Liberty Island/Statue of Liberty For the millions who first came by ship to America in the last century - either as privileged tourists or needy, hopeful immigrants - Lady Liberty, standing in the Up... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Rezoning Harlem's Main Street: 3 of 7
New York's massive rezoning effort for Harlem's famous 125th Street has brought a troubled and contentious conflict over its status as the most famous African-American commercial corridor. The plan, favored by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, encourages mixed-use development, while protecting the existing scale of occupied ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Boot camp horror and humor stories: 10 of 23
It was Sammy's first time away from Mom and Dad. We were his buddies, his fellow trainees. We had no clue the rollarcoaster Sammy was going to ride was even possible. The rest of us watched, and could only drink and commiserate. We were in Basic Training in Columbus, South Carolina, in 1979. Our company was one of the first ... More..
Travel > Vacations Where to get the best value vacation for your money: 7 of 16
The biggest excitement bang for your vacation buck offers dazzling entertainment, exciting attractions, cheap hotel rooms and food, world class shopping, and cut rate flight tickets is nothing other than Las Vegas! While the lofty price tags of the massive resorts along The Strip mean big bucks to many, savvy travelers know ... More..