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golo editor's blog
Here you will find blog posts written by GOLO Managing Editor, Angela Connor. Contact: aconnor@cbcnewmedia.com
depressed woman loses some health benefits for appearing "happy" on facebook
Here's another one for you GOLO! I just read and watched a story about a Canadian woman who posted pics on facebook that showed her having fun with friends on the beach and at a bar. She...
Nov. 23, 2009
are you attending the christmas parade tomorrow?
I didn't go last year and I regretted it so I'm taking the girls tomorrow. I grew up going to the awesome parades in downtown Detroit and hated it the few times we had to watch it on TV. Are...
Nov. 20, 2009
head of news site contacts commenter's employer
Good morning GOLO! I couldn't wait to share this one with you to get your thoughts after reading about it late last night. A man who is essentially in the same role as me, but at The...
Nov. 19, 2009
easy airports to travel this thanksgiving
We always see the list of the busiest airports over the holidays so when I came across this list of the least busy airports, compiled by Orbitz, I thought I'd share: According to Orbitz, these...
Nov. 12, 2009
you are responsible for what you post on golo
Here are a few facts about GOLO to keep in mind when discussing fairness. This is not a pre-moderated community so anything can last for any amount of time depending on how quickly it is seen...
Nov. 9, 2009
top golo image galleries for october
Image Galleries were very popular on GOLO last month. In case you missed them, have a look at some of the most popular. 1. 2009...
Nov. 4, 2009
facebook wants to rule the internet
At least that's what I think. I like Facebook. I enjoy connecting there with my family and old friends and colleagues. But I am increasingly concerned with what Facebook is doing for business...
Nov. 4, 2009
inappropriate language
Hello GOLO: I am noticing a trend in some of the language being posted in the comments section. Please don't think that masking inappropriate language is okay. If you write azz, sh*t, mofo,...
Oct. 28, 2009
former governor easley testifying now!
If you can watch, view it here----> http://www.wral.com/news/video/6271029/
Oct. 28, 2009
meet, "t-man" | the golo profiles
If you're up for a debate, look no further than long-time GOLO member, T-Man. T-Man and I had a chance to chat last week and it was 30 minutes well-spent. GOLO, meet, T-Man! Angela:...
Oct. 26, 2009
are you watching the easley campaign finance hearing?
Anyone watching the hearing? What do you think so far? In case you didn't know, you can watch it on WRAL.com Here's the link: -------> Easley...
Oct. 26, 2009
the naked scan at manchester airport
Okay this isn't happening in the US but I found it way too interesting not to post on GOLO. The Naked Scan is all over the news in the UK. It's a new X-ray security scanner at Manchester...
Oct. 22, 2009
former governor mike easley's hearing is next week
Just a heads-up for you GOLO, because I know you'll be ready to talk about this one. You may already know that former govermor Mike Easley's hearing begins next week... Well, we will have a live...
Oct. 22, 2009
stay-at-home vs. working moms
I was sharing a story with a group of people I had lunch with last week about the stay-at-home vs. working mom dynamic that was a big deal at the private school my daughter attended when we lived in...
Oct. 20, 2009
top-talkers last week
Do you know how many comments you posted on GOLO last week? If I told you, you'd likely be surprised. Comments can add up quickly around here and I think it's a real sign of true engagement and people...
Oct. 19, 2009
are you heading to the fair?
Yes, it's cold and wet, but it's also the first day of the Fair. And from what I've seen in my almost three years as an NC resident, the Fair is sacred! So, are you going to let a little...
Oct. 15, 2009
movie review: cloudy with a chance of meatballs
Okay, given that kid movies are all that I see in theaters, I'm back with another one for you. This time it's Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs. I was already familiar...
Oct. 13, 2009
crafty costumes that won't break the bank
As a mom who typically goes to Party City to get costumes for my children, I'm thinking that this Halloween might be the year to opt-out and use my own creativity to create something they'll love. But...
Oct. 12, 2009
bullying and groups
I'm seeing a lot of chatter about groups. I've even received some emails about questionable behaviors of groups and that there may be some groups targeting others. This is not a blog for debate....
Oct. 8, 2009
this just in to golo: chocolate covered bacon at the fair this year. come to the live chat!
It's happening now: Here's the link The guests are Karlie Justus and Jennifer Nixon, Public Information Officers with...
Oct. 7, 2009
some cool new games on wral.com
Not that any of you have time to play games online....but in the event you do I HAVE to tell you about two great games on WRAL.com. If you were a fan of Wet Fish, (featuring Greg Fishel and friends)...
Oct. 6, 2009
the voices of golo!
Hi GOLO: A few of you have mentioned how nice it would be to add an audio element to GOLO. Well, today I did just that with a quick 15 minute interview with Lolly! Please listen and tell...
Oct. 5, 2009
a big thanks to headlong!!
I'm not sure if it was out of pity for the way I salivate over her canning and freezing galleries or stand in awe of her "Around the Yard" photo galleries of her amazing garden...or simply...
Oct. 5, 2009
april's braids & beads | an amazing salon for little girls
I took my daughters to the salon to get their hair done this weekend, and it was such a great experience that I have to post this blog. This is not something I do often. In fact, it was the very...
Sep. 28, 2009
has your spouse or significant other ever told you to "get off golo?"
Happy Friday GOLO. Here's a question for you. Many of you spend a great amount of time on GOLO. You've made firiends, engage in debate, learn a few things and genuinely have a good time. Has...
Sep. 25, 2009
a conversation about the decline of civility
I'm sure this is a topic we are all well aware of here on GOLO. But even off the internet, it seems that civility is a thing of the past on many levels. Well, I am going to be one of three...
Sep. 24, 2009
grandma's words of wisdom
Let's have it GOLO. Those one-liners that your grandmother (or mother) dished out that were kind of funny, a bit weird, but very very true. Here's one that comes to mind for me. It's one...
Sep. 23, 2009
best hair in the triangle | wral's kelcey carlson
Here's one you may have missed GOLO. Our own Kelcey Carlson has won the prestigious BEST HAIR in the TRIANGLE Award. (Thanks to an insane amount of votes cast by her husband hint, hint...)...
Sep. 23, 2009
top blog posts from last week
Here is a list of the most popular blogposts from last week, Monday 9/14 - Sunday, 9/20. This list is based on number of pageviews during the entire week, not comments. Inside...
Sep. 21, 2009
meet, "slick rick da rula" | the golo profiles
With a love for debate and disdain for political correctness, it’s no wonder Slick Rick da Rula calls GOLO home. Rick and I finally had the chance...
Sep. 16, 2009
what do you remember most about hurricane floyd?
The ten year anniversary is among us, and though I was not a North Carolina resident at the time, I read a lot about the havoc brought on by Hurricane Floyd and the unbelievable amounts of rain...
Sep. 15, 2009
what's great about your town?
If you were trying to convince someone who was already moving to the area, to move to your specific city, town, or municipality, what would be your selling point? What do you think people should...
Sep. 14, 2009
my one vice in life
My name is Angela. And I'm a Coach-a-holic. I LOVE COACH purses and shoes. I saw these at Cary Town Center today. I typically only see them at Crabtree when I venture into the...
Sep. 13, 2009
is it okay to heckle the president?
Is it okay to heckle the President? What are your thoughts? On some level it's about respect, right? That's what I've heard a lot this morning and of course other issues come into play,...
Sep. 10, 2009
governor perdue is on twitter
Here's a press release we just received from the Governor's office announcing thier new twitter account. Read through to the end and you'll also see that the Governor's Office has accounts on YouTube,...
Sep. 9, 2009
live chat during the president's speech today
Are you looking for a place to watch the President's speech today at noon? Would you like to participate in a live chat WHILE you watch? Well we've got you covered. Be sure to visit WRAL.com...
Sep. 8, 2009
talk about slapping your momma
It;'s Friday and a three day weekend, so I am going to post my first-ever YouTube link here on GOLO. If you didn't see the Dr. Phil clip of the boy slapping his mother, you should...
Sep. 4, 2009
will your child see the president's address?
I'm sure you've heard about it by now. The recent controversy over President Obama's upcoming address to students on the importance of...
Sep. 4, 2009
dogs and cats needed for anxiety studies at nc state
Happy Friday GOLO: I just posted some information on the WRAL.com Pet page that I thought may be of interest to some of the animal lovers here on...
Sep. 4, 2009
golo's top 20 talkers from last week
I was on vacation so I can't say I witnessed any of this, but the stats don't lie. Here is a list of the top talkers on GOLO last week. By top-talkers, I mean those who posted the most comments....
Sep. 3, 2009
a compliment can go a long way
Did you guys read the nice blogpost that Go GT wrote to Sandra Carrington Smith? I bet it made her day. He even mentioned the whiteness of her teeth....
Sep. 3, 2009
never assume you'll remain anonymous
That's essentially the message in this post on NPR.org today, by Kevin Whitelaw. The headline reads: ...
Sep. 2, 2009
if your preschooler loves your blackberry...
You should consider buying them the LeapFrog Text and Learn. I have long been a fan of LeapFrog Products and both of my...
Sep. 2, 2009
what did you find confusing about the tar heel state?
Did you move to North Carolina from another state? If so, what are some of the things you wish you'd known before becoming a resident? Most of you know that I moved here back in February 2007....
Sep. 1, 2009
so, what did i miss?
Hey GOLO: I'm back tomorrow. I have successfully stayed away from work for about a week. It was much needed and I'm rejuvenated and ready to rock and roll. I have not read any...
Aug. 30, 2009
top golo 'group' blogs from last month
I know it's the end of August and I typically highlight the individual blog posts, but I'd like to shed some light on some of the great "group" blogs that are being posted in GOLO...
Aug. 21, 2009
i'm glad it's friday because...
Happy Friday GOLO. If you've had one heck of a week or have an awesome weekend planned, chances are you are very happy to see this day. I know I am. I'm looking forward to some time off to relax and...
Aug. 21, 2009
should insurance companies cover fertility treatments?
What are your thoughts on fertility treatments that produce multiples? Should anyone who takes these treatments be prepared for a life with more children than they expected? And should insurance...
Aug. 10, 2009
your best advice for handling the heat
We've all heard the news by now. Today is the day we sweat like no other. Well, at least no other day so far this year. Record heat is on the way. I happen to be in an air-conditioned building...
Aug. 10, 2009
bosses beware: employees watching videos online on the company's dime!
This is a press release I received a few minutes ago: New Research from Yahoo! Finds 68 Percent of Respondents Watch Videos During the Work Day...
Aug. 6, 2009
are you using the rss feature of your golo blog?
I received a question from a GOLO member a few minutes ago that led me to this post. I know that many of you particpate on other Social networks and some of you post blogs here on GOLO that you’d...
Aug. 3, 2009
golo dino trail ticket winners
As promised, today is the day we announce the winners of the GOLO Dino Trail ticket giveaway. Each winner will receive a voucher that admits a FAMILY OF FOUR...
Jul. 30, 2009
golo proof of identity
Need your thoughts here GOLO: What type of proof of your identity would you be willing (or even unwilling) to provide to become a member of GOLO? I know speculation will run wild here,...
Jul. 30, 2009
live chat during president obama's town hall meeting
Jul. 29, 2009
give credit where credit is due
Happy Monday GOLO: I know that many of you post content on GOLO that you find across the web. It is something that we all enjoy, particularly if it is funny or enlightens us in some way. I'd...
Jul. 27, 2009
minimum wage, memory lane
Hello GOLO. All of these posts about the minimum wage increase made me think about minimum wage back in the day when I was in high school. When I was a 16 and 17-year-old working the drive-thru...
Jul. 24, 2009
the guessing game winner is...
Drumroll please!!! S-A-L-T-Y R-O-V-E-R !! The total number of comments posted on GOLO last week was 28,571! Salty...
Jul. 23, 2009
guessing game: one hour to win. how many comments were posted on golo last week?
Anyone up for a bit of afternoon trivia that involves a bit of wild-guessing? How many comments would you estimate were posted on GOLO last week? I am giving away a GOLO mousepad to whomever...
Jul. 23, 2009
most visited blogposts so far this month
Hello GOLO. Here is a list of the most popular posts as on July 23, 2009. There's still another week to go so yours could make the list for the overall month of July. Demotivational...
Jul. 23, 2009
spot crime in your neighborhood!
Good Morning GOLO! I want to call your attention to a new tool on WRAL.com that allows you to pinpoint exactly where crime is taking place in your neighborhood. It's called ...
Jul. 22, 2009
top talkers from last week
Here is the list of GOLO's top posters from last week. (This is number of comments only, not blog posts or image galleries.)Grumpy-Not ...
Jul. 21, 2009
the content on your profile
This certainly isn't the first blog I wanted to post on a Monday morning but it needs to be addressed. There are roughly 20 profiles that have been reported as abuse and require my attention....
Jul. 20, 2009
early development in young girls | a conversation with wral's amanda lamb
If you're the parent of a young girl, chances are you are well aware of how early many seem to be developing. Some 13-year-olds can easily pass for 21 and elementary school aged girls are being mistaken...
Jul. 17, 2009
meet, "saltyrover"
If you think GOLO member Salty Rover is just a guy who posts quotes out of context in his famous “Salty’s Quotes of the Day” blogs to give us all a good laugh, you are quite wrong....
Jul. 17, 2009
a word of thanks from our contest winner
Do you remember the Live the Life in Virginia Beach contest we held in honor of Stress Awareness Month? It was the one that required...
Jul. 16, 2009
fake online reviews, aka 'astroturfing'
Hello GOLO: Here's another one for the "Let's Dupe Consumers all the Way to the Bank" award. I thought you might find it interesting. Source: Revolution Magazine. Original...
Jul. 16, 2009
to be a kid again
Sometimes I just watch my children laughing, playing and giggling their heads off and I remember those days when I didn't have a care in the world. Oh, to be back on the second grade playground.......
Jul. 13, 2009
most active golo groups in june 2009
I know how much you all love lists and I have not yet compiled a list of active GOLO groups. While looking at stats today I realized that we have a lot of very active groups. Here are the...
Jul. 8, 2009
moms: is internet time your new "quiet" time?
I came across this story today which includes a lot of research about tech-savvy moms. Most of it hails from"The 21st Century Mom Report." I certainly see some truths in it about my habits,...
Jul. 8, 2009
my holiday
Good morning GOLO: I just have to share a bit about my 4th of July. My 80-year-old grandmother came to visit, along with my two aunts. They drove from Detroit, MI. We...
Jul. 6, 2009
the greatest gift | thank you golo
So, I'm walking out of the building today, rather early and our receptionist Jewel points to a box and says: "Angela that's for you." "Me?" I ask, admittedly taken back a bit. "Yes?" "Who...
Jul. 2, 2009
the local sewer monster
Have you all heard about the sewer monster living in a pipe underneath Cameron Village in Raleigh? Here's the WRAL.com video. (Warning: It...
Jul. 2, 2009
happy birthday golo!
It was two years ago today. We quietly launched GOLO and waited to see what would happen. People began to join and it started getting interesting. Here we are two years later with many more...
Jul. 2, 2009
golo editor's top posts from last month
Happy July GOLO! Our two year anniversary is TOMORROW! If you'd like to see the most read posts from my blog during the month of June, click below. GOLO...
Jul. 1, 2009
no room for cruelty on golo
Let me say this: Whether you believe a person has cancer or not, you do not come in this community and taunt them. Period. Stay away from GOLO if that's all you've got to offer....
Jun. 30, 2009
reminder about private groups
Hello GOLO: We are happy to provide the Groups feature that allows you to post privately and with those you have shared interests, regardless of what those interests may be. But let...
Jun. 30, 2009
calling all golo graphic arts enthusiasts!
GOLO is turning TWO! We will be celebrating our SECOND birthday here at GOLO on Thursday, July 2nd. (Wild applause, please) Yes, it's been two years, though for some of us, it sometimes...
Jun. 29, 2009
community, yes. collective braintrust, no!
Good morning GOLO. I see that the blogs are moving quickly and the commenting is very heavy. It's always good to see everyone so involved and passionate about their topics. As with the...
Jun. 26, 2009
your michael jackson memories
What are your favorite Michael Jackson songs? I don't even think I can choose. I loved everything from the Thriller album and we even had a dance concert when I was in fifth grade called "A...
Jun. 25, 2009
golo top talkers from last week
Here are the top GOLO comment posters from last week. Again, these are the people who posted the most comments during the one-week period. More lists to come later today. Lolly ...
Jun. 25, 2009
were your 2009 predictions right?
Okay GOLO, we are halfway through 2009, so I decided to go back and take a look at our predictions for 2009 that we all shared on New Year's Eve. Well, some of my prediction has already...
Jun. 18, 2009
new golo feature | profile and blog post counters
In a few minutes, you will notice counters on your GOLO content. Many of you have asked for this feature, so in addition to the new ignore button,...
Jun. 18, 2009
are you spending too much time online and not enough with family?
I found this post online and wanted to share it with you all and bring the discussion to GOLO. ...
Jun. 16, 2009
is it really that difficult to drive in the rain?
Begin rant: Does anyone know why people drive 20mph in the rain? I know there is always a risk of hydroplaning and it is very important to be careful when it rains. I...
Jun. 16, 2009
you could win a website for your small business
GOLO: Full Throttle Development of Wake Forest is offering a free website to ten local entrepreneurs as part of what it calls the “Small Business Stimulus Initiative.”...
Jun. 15, 2009
popular posts from the weekend
I know that many of you don't spend time on GOLO over the weekend, so I went through our stats and pulled out some of the most visited content between Friday night and Sunday morning. Have a magnificent...
Jun. 15, 2009
top blogposts from may 2009
These are the most visited blogposts for the month of May. This does not mean they were the best, this is about numbers and I know many of you enjoy these types of list. Remember, the GOLO homepage...
Jun. 12, 2009
reminder: tv goes digital tomorrow
I'm sure all of you have been on top of this but I just thought I'd remind you in the event you haven't. TV GOES DIGITAL ON FRIDAY!! Here are the details: Analog TV...
Jun. 11, 2009
new golo feature: ignore!
Good morning GOLO: It is with much pomp and circumstance that we roll out the GOLO IGNORE button. Many of you have asked and now you shall receive. But...
Jun. 11, 2009
the first 100 golo members
Okay GOLO, many of you have asked. Here is a list of the first 100 GOLO members in the order they joined. If interested, I will post another list later in the week of those...
Jun. 8, 2009
golo's top-talkers last week
Here is the list of the top GOLO commenters from last week, 5/31/09 - 6/6/09. Grumpy-Not takes home the top-talker award. Here you go... ...
Jun. 8, 2009
a self-moderated community
GOLO members: You need to start thinking more like a self-moderating community. You wonder why some content remains? Maybe it's because some of you actually like it and enjoy the drama...
Jun. 2, 2009
honoring dad
We're just a few short weeks away from Father's Day and the last thing we want to do is give dad the short end of the stick. My dad was a great guy. I blogged...
Jun. 1, 2009
win two free roundtrip tickets on southwest
Good morning GOLO! Here's a contest you won't want to miss. Enter NOW! Win two free roundtrip tickets on Southwest. -Angela...
Jun. 1, 2009
lycos free email, no longer free?
There's a buzz around Twitter AND I just heard from a co-worker that suddenly, the free e-mail service offered by Lycos has gone up to $19.95 and users are being told they have to pay...
Jun. 1, 2009
if you could talk to your 21-year-old self, what advice would you give?
Here's something for you to ponder GOLO. What do you know now that would have made a big difference in your life, had you known when you were 21? It doesn't have to be anything earth sahttering....
May. 30, 2009
the definition of marriage
Gay marriage has been a highly discussed topic on GOLO, and the opinions seem to vary widely. Some are for it, others are against it ...and still others don't think it's any of their business. A...
May. 27, 2009
disparaging remarks on profiles
I am seeing lots of profiles being reported as abuse. I now realize that it may be largely due to disparaging remarks about others on the profile pages themselves. That page is not a place for...
May. 21, 2009
new census offices need managers
From the Census Bureau: CENSUS BUREAU SEEKS APPLICANTS TO FILL LOCAL MANAGEMENT JOBS The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking applicants to fill management positions in 10 local...
May. 19, 2009
pest control chat is happening now
Come on over and get your questions answered in the live pest control chat with expert, Burns Blackwell. http://www.wral.com/golo/story/5134189/ ...
May. 19, 2009
why are you glad it's friday?
We all say it: Thank God It's Friday. We even write it: TGIF!!! Tell everyone why you're so glad it's Friday and why you've been waiting...
May. 15, 2009
your emails and comments
Happy Friday GOLO: I've been out for a few days, so if you've sent an e-mail or posted a comment on my profile page that needs a response, please be patient. I may not get back...
May. 15, 2009
introducing, the office of public engagement
Okay GOLO... Here's another community you can join. (In case you missed it...) President Obama has changed the name of The Office of the Public Liason to The Office of Public Engagement....
May. 12, 2009
attorneys on call, today
I just went downstairs to heat my lunch and went to take a shortcut through Studio A, (as most of us on this side of the building often do) and I ran into the group of attorneys getting set up for today's...
May. 12, 2009
10 most-viewed blogposts | april 2009
These posts received the most views during the month of April. Why him? I'm lost without himWe've...
May. 11, 2009
new stat: most popular golo blogs last month
Here are the most viewed blogs for the month of April. This is NOT most popular blog POSTS, but individual BLOGS. These are the people whose blogs are sought out on their own merit...
May. 11, 2009
a story about autism you won't want to miss
I know there are several GOLO members who either have children with Autism or know someone who has been affected by it. So when I heard about a story coming on WRAL-TV tonight at six, I thought...
May. 11, 2009
meet, "yacs" | the golo profiles
If you've been around GOLO for a while, chances are you've come across our resident funnyman, Yacs. I had the opportunity to chat with Yacs last week and I must say we had a really...
May. 7, 2009
omg! he used my real name. but wait, i gave it to him!
Good afternoon GOLO: I've received several emails over the last two weeks about the use of real names. Let me make one thing clear. If you meet outside of GOLO and share your real name, there...
May. 5, 2009
an awesome new feature from wral.com
If there's one thing we like to do on GOLO, it's share information about upcoming events. We also like to talk about them after the fact and share photos documenting our good times. Well, in addition...
May. 1, 2009
about our 'terms of service'
I am often amazed at the level of interest in our terms of service. There are some on GOLO who are seemingly experts and have it all down. Some of you are really thinking about what's best for GOLO....
May. 1, 2009
golo's top talkers
Here is a list of the most active commenters on GOLO last week. I never share numbers on these types of list but I will say that the median is roughly 300....
Apr. 30, 2009
could your comments land you in jail?
With almost two years behind us, we've had a lot of debates, heated discussions and ugly arguments here on GOLO. Friendships have been formed and so have rivalries. This is what happens in...
Apr. 29, 2009
we've lost another member
Most of you may have heard by now. But if you were not on GOLO on Monday, you may have missed the sad news about the death of long-time member, GoPanthers....
Apr. 27, 2009
what is the problem with 411?
Begin rant: Why is it when I call 4-1-1 to get the number for a local business they tell me there is no listing, but when I ask for a supervisor she is somehow able to find...
Apr. 24, 2009
you and your mom
Mother's Day is right around the corner. So, in honor of mom, we want you to send us a picture of the two of you and we'll add it a special GOLO gallery alongside this Mother's...
Apr. 21, 2009
the death of my father, 20 years ago today
Good afternoon GOLO. I received a text message from my half-sister a few hours ago reminding me that today marks the 20th anniversary of the death of our father. She encouraged me to drum up fond memories...
Apr. 21, 2009
has your life been affected by a drunk driver?
Has your life been affected by a drunk driver? GOLO member Rocknhorse has been very vocal about how she was almost killed after being hit by a drunk driver...
Apr. 20, 2009
top golo posters of all time
I thought it would be nice to post this list again since some of the names have changed and new names have been added. Sue Donym who was once #1 has been bumped to #3. Sessy, who was once #7 didn't...
Apr. 17, 2009
how would you help domino's recover from this mess?
Not to beat a dead horse, GOLO...but here's a link to more Domino's Videos. These include...
Apr. 16, 2009
the disgusting domino's fiasco
This is what happens when social media goes wrong. Did you all hear about this? Two Domino's employees shot a video (one performed, the other narrated) while preparing sandwiches for delivery....
Apr. 16, 2009
happy days, the musical!
I just got last minute tickets to see Happy Days, the Musical tonight at 8pm. I am excited because I grew up watching reruns of that show. It will be a late night for my girls but I'm dragging them...
Apr. 14, 2009
easter memories
When I think of the Easter Sunday's from my childhood, my thoughts immediately go to new dresses and shoes, church and big family dinners. The Easter Dress was a big deal in my family....
Apr. 11, 2009
repost: personal feuds among members
This is a repost from March 17, 2009. personal feuds among members Published Mar. 17, 2009 Many of you have gotten in...
Apr. 9, 2009
funeral arrangements for studweiser
Wednesday, April 8, 2009 Scarborough & Hargett Funeral Home 306 S Roxboro Street Durham, NC 27701 (919) 682-1171 Viewing:...
Apr. 6, 2009
studley's song
Redemption Song, sang by the late Studweiser, aka Mike Spencer. GOLO Member, Grumpy Not received this song from our friend Studweiser. She says they often discussed their love...
Apr. 6, 2009
we've lost one of our own
It is with a heavy heavy heart that I type these words. Many of you already know, but some of you may not find out this very sad news until Monday, or even a few days after. We have...
Apr. 4, 2009
beverly hills chihuahua | movie review
With two young children, I've seen my share of movies about dogs. In fact, I just saw Disney's Hotel for Dogs a few weeks back. But last weekend, we rented Beverly Hills Chihuahua and I thought it was...
Apr. 3, 2009
let's have another photo contest!
Now that the Signs of Spring photo contest has come to a close, let's start another. Sure, I can come up with a million ideas on my own but...
Apr. 2, 2009
best april fool's day pranks
What's the best April Fool's day prank you've ever played or witnessed? I can recall back in 1995 when a coworker came back from Dairy Queen with several sundaes and shared them with about five...
Apr. 1, 2009
'signs of spring' contest winner
Here is the winning photo of the GOLO 'Signs of Spring Contest.' With 201 votes and a 4.78 rating, GOLO member "Jprime" takes home the gold. The...
Apr. 1, 2009
emotion attached to losing a job
Someone shared this link with me on Facebook. It illustrates the cold, hard reality being faced by so many who are losing their jobs. I just learned of several layoffs at my old TV...
Mar. 31, 2009
show us your stress! you could win a cool trip.
Okay GOLO, this contest is pretty sweet. The only thing that would make it sweeter is if I could actually enter! Oh well, enough about me. Here's what you have to do: Show us what...
Mar. 30, 2009
profile verification
Good morning GOLO: There was a blog post over the weekend that included the text of an email I sent to a member in response to her original email questioning the validity of a new member's profile. The...
Mar. 30, 2009
police: six dead in carthage nursing-home shooting
Mar. 29, 2009
meet, "ryoung" | the golo profiles
This week we get up close and very personal with GOLO member, RYoung. He certainly didn’t hold back in this interview, and I think we can all...
Mar. 25, 2009
blogs from the first month of golo | july 2007
As we move into the final quarter of our second year I thought it would be a good idea to repost some of the first blogs ever posted on GOLO. We launced on July...
Mar. 23, 2009
know of any discount pet services?
We received a great deal of questions in our pet chat yesterday and the hour went by so quickly that Dr. Wages couldn't get to them all. There...
Mar. 20, 2009
have you ever gotten an infection during a hospital stay?
Perhaps this hasn't happened to you but chances are you know someone who has experienced it. My step father went in for a hernia operation in Michigan about five years ago, and he never came out. He...
Mar. 18, 2009
personal feuds among members
Many of you have gotten in the habit of e-mailing me with lengthy back stories about personal feuds and individual fights among members. Some of you even call me. And you expect an...
Mar. 17, 2009
top blogposts from last week
Happy Rainy Monday, GOLO: Here are some of the posts that garnered the most eyeballs last week, from Monday, March 9 - Sunday, March 15, 2009.Multiple...
Mar. 16, 2009
live "pet chat" next week
Hello GOLO Pet Lovers! If you've got questions about your pets, be sure to check out our live chat next week with Veterinarian Dr. Page Wages. You...
Mar. 13, 2009
multiple profiles
Good afternoon GOLO If you have multiple profiles that you actively use on GOLO for whatever reason I would encourage you to choose one and stick with it. I know there are MANY of you with...
Mar. 10, 2009
a letter to the tooth fairy
My daughter lost her tooth at school today during lunch. She sat it down on her tray and finished her pizza. Before she knew it, she threw away the contents on the tray, forgetting her tooth. She...
Mar. 9, 2009
my blogs from the first three weeks of golo
Happy Monday GOLO: I was just thinking back to when we first launched GOLO and visited some of my old blog posts from the first few weeks. If you're an old-timer, you may enjoy the trip down...
Mar. 9, 2009
heat wave!!!
Okay, GOLO...as Martha Reeves & The Vandellas would say, This weekend will be "like a heat wave..." (If you'd like a blast from the past, check out this...
Mar. 6, 2009
do you have a legal question? get your answer tomorrow.
WRAL.com is once again, Here to Help. If you are in need of free legal information and would like to talk to an attorney, mark this on your calendar. WRAL is holding an all-day event in...
Mar. 5, 2009
personal attacks
If you are only here to post personal attacks against others, prepare to be weeded out. This has to end. Either change your ways, or find another venue for your antics. No need to go...
Mar. 5, 2009
summer 1973: grandpa and me
My grandmother sent me a few pictures last year and this one just warms my heart. The decked out dude with the afro is my late grandfather, Rev. Wyman Cobb Jr. The little tot in the overalls...
Mar. 1, 2009
will the war really end in 18 months?
"Let me say this as plainly as I can: by August 31, 2010, our combat mission in Iraq will end." Those were the words of President Obama today from Camp LeJeune. What...
Feb. 27, 2009
enjoy the warmth...but get ready for the snow!
Not to be a killjoy or anything, but have you seen the 7-day forecast? It may be 66 right now, but it may be snowing this time, Monday! I for one, am ready to put away the big coats. How...
Feb. 27, 2009
a big meeting about growth
I'm at the Raleigh Reality Check Results Summit at the Meymandi Concert Hall downtown. A gentleman from Utah, who created the vision and strategies for managing and embracing growth in Utah is...
Feb. 27, 2009
golo "signs of spring" contest
Anyone up for a contest? With all of the recent blog posts about spring lately (how much we miss it, crave it, and can't wait for it's arrival,) I thought it would be nice to hold a contest. All...
Feb. 26, 2009
five good reasons to use golo's "friends-only" feature
Have you ever thought about using the friends-only feature but weren't quite sure if you should? If so, consider this: We created the tool so that you could communicate with like-minded people,...
Feb. 24, 2009
amex: "we will pay you to leave us."
I know, first it was the Microsoft blog, now this. I saw this story on NBC Nightly News last night as well and wanted to share with GOLO in the event you...
Feb. 24, 2009
microsoft: "give us back that severance!"
Did you all hear about this? I saw it last night on NBC Nightly News but didn't have an opportunity to start a blog about it. Microsoft is asking some of the 1,400 people laid off to return...
Feb. 24, 2009
meet, "teech"
This week’s GOLO profile is with an extremely dedicated teacher, devoted father and closet Michael Jackson fan. He goes by “Teech.” I had a chance to chat with Teech during...
Feb. 19, 2009
will you benefit from the stimulus bill?
For those of you who are following the economic stimulus bill do you feel that you will benefit at all? In listening to some of the questions...
Feb. 19, 2009
an end to inappropriate images
If you've been a GOLO member since we launched back in July of 2007, you know that we've made lots of changes along the way. We listen to feedback, make changes based on your suggestions and strive...
Feb. 18, 2009
changes to the golo "popular" list
If you've looked at the popular list in the most recent section of GOLO in the last day or so, you may have noticed that it no longer includes profiles only. This list now includes all GOLO...
Feb. 18, 2009
what do you think of the "snuggie?"
This may be a bit silly, but I've seen too many infomercials for that crazy Snuggie blanket and when i watch the whole thing through, I laugh hysterically. Have any of you seen it? Okay,...
Feb. 17, 2009
are we too dependent on debit cards?
In light of the current situation happening with RBC Centura Bank and the problems plaguing it's customers, I'm wondering if maybe we depend on...
Feb. 13, 2009
what are your plans for valentine's day?
If you're worried about your fate today because it's Friday the 13th, set your sights on tomorrow--Valentine's Day. Does anyone have plans? Are you hoping to get engaged? Maybe you're cooking...
Feb. 13, 2009
changes to golo? perhaps.
With all of the talk about the lack of guidelines being enforced, trolls with nine lives, super-trolls, stalkers, and lions, tigers and bears oh my... I'm brainstorming a few changes to GOLO....
Feb. 12, 2009
a very worthy cause in the triangle
The next time you see school children heading home on a Friday afternoon with trendy backpacks in tow, consider this: That back pack may not be filled with books at all. For at least 100 elementary...
Feb. 12, 2009
who would you like to see in the golo profiles this year?
Hello GOLO: I've noticed a few new comments on this blog I wrote more than a year ago (hard to believe, isn't it?) with suggestions for interview subjects....
Feb. 10, 2009
golo maintenance tonight (midnight-3am)
Good evening GOLO: Just want you to know that GOLO will be down from about midnight until 3am for maintenance. This may or may not affect you, but I wanted you to hear it from me first before...
Feb. 9, 2009
what's in my inbox?
Hello GOLO: It's been a while since I shared some of my latest emails, and since it seems to be such a popular post when I do, I've decided to rifle through and share a few more. Enjoy!...
Feb. 9, 2009
meet, "grumpy-not"
If you're looking for open, honest conversation with someone who oozes sincerity, there's someone I'd like you to meet. I spoke with GOLO member, "Grumpy-Not" two weeks ago and she was so...
Feb. 9, 2009
meet, "grumpy-not"
Angela: I noticed that you joined GOLO on Valentine’s Day of last year. Do you remember what you were doing that day and why you were on GOLO? Grumpy-Not:...
Feb. 9, 2009
how are you spending this sensational sunday?
Good afternoon GOLO! The weather is great and the day is still young. We've already spent hours outdoors and we'll be heading back out soon. I'm sure there's a chance that not many of you...
Feb. 8, 2009
got live chat topics?
Hello GOLO: Thanks for coming over to the live chat I hosted yesterday, Managing Your Money During Hard Times. Financial...
Feb. 6, 2009
come over and get free financial advice
Good morning GOLO: We've got two financial advisors offering free advice until 11:30. Come on over. Here's a link. -Angela
Feb. 5, 2009
live weather chat with greg fishel tonight
Wondering about the weather? Come talk to Greg Fishel tonight during our live moderated chat. It starts at 8pm and the format is the same as the debate blogs we held during election season. I...
Feb. 2, 2009
do you think it's going to snow tuesday?
The forecast still calls for snow on Tuesday. Do you think it's going to happen? And will it be anything like it was on inauguration day? Let's see who calls it. And let everyone...
Feb. 1, 2009
new feature: share your golo content everywhere!
Good Morning GOLO: Good news! You can now share GOLO blogs and image galleries all over the web and even send content to your friends via e-mail just like you can with news stories on WRAL.com....
Jan. 29, 2009
blog your love stories
Good morning GOLO: With Valentine's Day just around the corner, WRAL.com is planning a special "Love Stories" feature complete with stories of how some of the people you see on WRAL-TV...
Jan 28, 2009
what! school on a saturday?
It's been almost two years since we pulled into the driveway of our new home in Holly Springs, leaving Florida behind. I've learned a lot and I am really starting to enjoy many aspects of living...
Jan 23, 2009
need help paying utility bills?
With this announcement today about unemployment in the state reaching a shocking 8.7%, many people are likely struggling with their utility bills. The...
Jan 23, 2009
meet, "godbless"
If you’re looking for a friend on GOLO, look no further than the lovely GodBless. Her warm temperament makes her a real asset to GOLO and we are...
Jan 22, 2009
the best soup i've had in my entire life
There was a blog posted by Smorgas_of_borg yesterday complete with a recipe for what he...
Jan 21, 2009
a word about our ads
Hello GOLO: We've seen your blogs and read some of the comments posted about two ads in particular, that have been rotating on the site: The weight loss ad and the Home Depot ad. I want...
Jan 21, 2009
a very snowy commute
Good morning GOLO: I made it in to work about 20 minutes ago and the drive was pretty interesting. Here are a few highlights: Saw four cars in ditches on US1 heading North. Saw...
Jan 20, 2009
send in all of your snow photos!!
Good morning GOLO! Okay, you finally got the snow you've been wishing for, so let's document this event on GOLO with tons of photos. Send them via...
Jan 20, 2009
where to go for fun in the snow
Alright, GOLO. In the event that there is enough snow for sledding and other snow-related activities. Where would one take part? Let's compile a list of fun places to spend the day off....
Jan 19, 2009
got a snow cream recipe?
I have to admit that even though I grew up in Michigan and have experienced enough snow for two lifetimes, I never heard of snow cream until I moved to the Triangle two years ago. I think we despised...
Jan 19, 2009
it's so cold i could...
You fill in the blank. Keep it clean and have fun. I'll weed out the top 10 next week and we will vote on a winner and runner-up. Both will receive cool GOLO swag! Stay warm! BTW--This...
Jan 17, 2009
our frozen fountain
You know it's cold when a huge chunk of the fountain in front of WRAL freezes over. I took this picture on my way to lunch and thought you all would enjoy seeing it. How are you handling...
Jan 16, 2009
what are your biggest concerns as tax time approaches?
Tax time is welcome for some and stressful for others. Are you looking forward to filing your taxes for a big refund this year, or worried about a bill heading your way in the next few...
Jan 15, 2009
golo chat is open for members only
Feel free to head over to the GOLO chat! It is now open to GOLO members only. No profile, no chat. Access it from the homepage. Enjoy!
Jan 15, 2009
meet, "jackadoo"
This week we get up close and personal with a well-known GOLO member who I found to be very down to earth. He is open and honest and loves his 86-year-old mother to pieces. Meet, Jackadoo. Angela:...
Jan 14, 2009
would you apply for food stamps?
Times are tough and more and more families are finding themselves seeking help in ways they could not have imagined, maybe even a year ago. A record number of families are turning...
Jan 13, 2009
a few golo rules to note
If you post a blog calling out another member by name, it will be marked as abuse. After so many abuse reports, you will lose your account. My advice: Don't do it. If you have one posted currently,...
Jan 12, 2009
new golo category
Good afternoon GOLO: I've added a new category that you can select for your blogposts and image galleries. It is under News and Issues, and the subcategory is ECONOMY....
Jan 12, 2009
best of golo | week of 1/25/09
Here are the top posts from Monday January 5 - Sunday January 11, 2009 Blog ...
Jan 12, 2009
golo chat is open!
Access it from the homepage, or here. Angela
Jan 12, 2009
golo and the economy
Hello GOLO: I am putting together a gallery of blogs about job loss, unemployment, tips on surviving the times and any other GOLO content we have that is helpful or encourages others to help. ...
Jan 11, 2009
meet, "carycrazzy"
If you really want to laugh, you have to talk to CaryCrazzy. His name serves him in more ways than one. I spent 30 minutes chatting with...
Jan 7, 2009
golo chat is open this morning!
Hi there early morning GOLO'ers. I've opened the GOLO chat just for you. Access it from the GOLO homepage. Enjoy! Angela
Jan 7, 2009
best of golo | week of 12/29/08
Hello GOLO: Welcome to a new weekly blog for 2009. Each week I will post the top blogs and image galleries from the previous week from Monday-Sunday. Criteria includes number of visits, # of...
Jan 6, 2009
golo chat is open!
Good morning GOLO: GOLO chat will be open for several hours today. Access it from the GOLO homepage under "GOLO Extras" ro via this GOLO...
Jan 5, 2009
the state of our state
With Governor-elect Bev Perdue's inauguration just around the corner, what are your hopes for North Carolina's future? In case you missed it, Perdue filled...
Jan 4, 2009
angela today
Hello GOLO! I'm off today but I did open the chat room. Access it from the home page. I'll come back and close it a little before 5. Have a fabulous day. And if you didn't read my previous...
Jan 2, 2009
happy new year golo!!!!
Now that 2009 is here I just want to say that I hope it brings each and every one of you amazing success and all that you desire! Thanks for spending so much of your precious time on GOLO. I...
Jan 1, 2009
a few golo misconceptions
Myth: When a blog disappears, Angela removed it personally. Fact: I hardly remove ANY blogs. The community has the power to make this happen. I...
Dec 31, 2008
new year's eve golo chat is open
Happy New Year. GOLO Chat is open until 5pm. Enjoy, and KEEP IT CLEAN! -Angela
Dec 31, 2008
your predictions for 2009
Happy New Year GOLO! With 2009 right around the corner, let's make some predictions that we can come back and revisit this time next year next. You pick the topic. The economy, politics,...
Dec 31, 2008
golo chat is open
Access it from the homepage. Enjoy! Angela
Dec 30, 2008
what will you do differently in 2009?
I'm not talking resolutions here. I'm talking about personal changes that you feel need to be made to take you to the next level. For me, I am simply going to stop sweating the small...
Dec 29, 2008
a snack for santa and his reindeer
My 8-year-old daughter decided that she and her sister needed to leave a snack for Santa's reindeer tonight, and even left him a note in the event he thought the celery was for him. The note...
Dec 24, 2008
happy holidays golo!
Hello GOLO! I just want to take a moment to wish every single one of you a wonderful holiday filled with family friends and fun. It is an honor and pleasure to serve all of you on a daily basis....
Dec 24, 2008
the 12 days of christmas, wral style
If you haven't seen this video of WRAL talent performing the 12 days of Christmas, you're missing quite the treat....
Dec 22, 2008
what have you pigged out on this holiday season?
I posted a poll on the GOLO homepage yesterday asking if you've been pigging out on holiday goodies. So far 50% of those who responded selected A: "Yes. I eat whatever is given to me." Wow! Yesterday,...
Dec 19, 2008
a response from walmart
Did you see the blog from "love my boys" about her lengthy wait at the PictureMe Studios inside Walmart? Well,...
Dec 18, 2008
fog, fog and more fog
Good morning GOLO. I don't know about you but I had a major fog experience this morning driving in from Holly Springs. It reminded me of the Winter white-outs I experienced in Cleveland. They...
Dec 18, 2008
mr. lee's message
Hello GOLO: I just want to mention publicly how amazing it is to see the way this community comes together to help others. I think back to July 2, 2007-- the day we launched and I could have never...
Dec 17, 2008
top golo posters last week
Good morning GOLO. I know how much we enjoy lists around here, so here's one for you. The top posters last week. Please let me know what other kind of "end-of-year" GOLO lists you'd be interested...
Dec 15, 2008
meet "tesy" | the golo profile
If you met her at the GOLO anniversary party, chances are you liked her right away. And if you haven't met her, you'll want to after reading this interview. I'm talking about GOLO's own: Tesy. ...
Dec 10, 2008
is your holiday shopping complete?
Last night I realized that it was essentially December 10th and my shopping was nowhere near done. I also realized that there are only two real weekends left to get anything done. Then I considered...
Dec 10, 2008
quirky holiday crafts
There's nothing like the imagination of a child to bring out your creativity A game and turn an otherwise lazy Sunday into a fun-filled mess. This is a picture of the Christmas carolers we made this...
Dec 8, 2008
top golo posters last week
Good morning GOLO, and welcome to December. It's hard to believe that I will be celebrating my second anniversary here at CBC in just two short months. Some days it feels like I just...
Dec 1, 2008
good luck, black friday shoppers!
Good morning GOLO: Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. Hope you have a fabulous Black Friday if you're heading out this morning. I am waiting for my cousin's wife (visiting...
Nov 28, 2008
what are your thoughts on this?
Hello GOLO: These are some thoughts I came across about how things should operate in an online community. Would love to hear your thoughts, as they might relate to GOLO. I'll check...
Nov 26, 2008
"before" and "after" tree decorating contest
Okay folks, it's time to bring on the competitive spirit. We are launching the GOLO Tree Decorating Contest right now! There are two rules you must follow: Upload a picture of...
Nov 24, 2008
pet of the week winner
Good morning GOLO: I was just tallying the votes for this week's WRAL.com Pet of the Week winner and couldn't take my eyes off this one, which won by a landslide. I don't normally get...
Nov 24, 2008
parade tips for a newbie
Okay GOLO, I need your help. I have just decided, well about an hour ago that we need to go to the parade. Please help me with the logistics. This will be my first Raleigh parade. Where...
Nov 22, 2008
are you worried about losing your job?
Hello GOLO: I am becoming increasingly disheartened by the sheer number of people losing their jobs. Every blog I see about it posted here breaks my heart and the news continues. I just learned...
Nov 21, 2008
the coldest day of your life| got a story?
Hello GOLO: Got any good stories about freezing your tail off? Seems like now is a good time to share. I remember walking to school bundled up in my snowsuit during many Michigan winters....
Nov 19, 2008
storm victim relief
Since several of you were asking: The Red Cross is organizing relief for storm victims.http://www.redcross.org/ Donations can be...
Nov 15, 2008
can school officials accurately assign students three years ahead?
Wake County School officials are trying something new. Instead of forecasting student assignments year-to-year, a practice that makes some parents walk on eggshells of uncertainty, they...
Nov 14, 2008
rain, rain go away....
Good morning GOLO: Just want to spread some morning cheer to anyone who may be letting the rain wreck their Friday. I found myself complaining a bit this morning because rain makes dropping off...
Nov 14, 2008
what were the biggest stories of the year?
From the probation problems brought to light in the wake of the deaths of UNC student body president Eve Carson and Duke graduate student Abhijit Mahato to North Carolina going blue in the election...
Nov 12, 2008
let's talk about twitter
Good morning GOLO. There was a bit of chatter about the micro-blogging service "Twitter" a few days ago and I thought I'd jump in and talk about it a bit...
Nov 12, 2008
what should we teach our children about veteran's day?
Veteran's Day seems like one of those holidays you don't come to fully appreciate until you're an adult. I for one don't remember understanding the sheer sacrifice during my early years, eventhough...
Nov 10, 2008
how far would you go to save your friend's life?
Would you give up an organ? Monday at 5:30 p.m., WRAL News' Amanda Lamb has the story of a Wake County judge's battle with a degenerative kidney disease and the woman who donated a kidney to give...
Nov 7, 2008
have you served on a jury? tell us about it!
Ever served on a jury? What was it like? WRAL News' Amanda Lamb sits down with four people who served as jurors in the high-profile murder trial of Timothy...
Nov 6, 2008
election day experiences
Whether you participated in early voting or you're casting your vote today, you're sure to have some kind of election day experience worth sharing. So tell us what's on your mind and...
Nov 4, 2008
check out the new golo commercial
Hello GOLO: I am so excited about this piece of news. We have our first ever GOLO TV commercial! It's a 15-second spot introducing...
Nov 3, 2008
live election night blog tomorrow
If you're not hosting or attending an election night party tomorrow night, be sure to visit the GOLO LIVE ELECTION NIGHT BLOG! The blog will open at 8:45pm so come on in and chat it up with...
Nov 3, 2008
how old is "too-old" for trick-or-treating?
I don't know about you but it seemed like the trick-or-treaters got older as the night progressed. We got back in around 7:15, which is suitable for children as young as mine, but I think I saw some...
Nov 1, 2008
fishel faces - the winner is...
Thanks to everyone who voted in the Fishel Faces at the Fair photo contest. We have a winner. "Curious Greg" takes home the 2008 crown with 129 votes and an average rating...
Oct 30, 2008
high school musical 3 | movie review
I don't make it to too many opening weekends, but given the fact that there are two die-hard HSM fans in my house, it seemed like the right thing to do. Keep in mind that this review is coming...
Oct 27, 2008
some interesting golo facts
Earlier this week, Slick Rick Da Rula posted this question on my profile page: I have a question...how many blogs go up on an average day, and how many blogs have been posted...
Oct 24, 2008
new golo feature | send us your video!
Are you ready for this GOLO? We are now accepting videos!! Many of you have asked about this and we are happy to deliver. Feel free to test it out. The difference...
Oct 23, 2008
do you have an hoa horror story?
Hello GOLO: Have you ever had an issue with a homeowner's association? I belonged to one for 8 years in Florida and never had a major issue, though I wasn't always happy with the policies. I...
Oct 23, 2008
come on people!
Will the adults on GOLO please stand up. Thank you. If you are sitting down, please reevaluate your reasons for being here. This is not Romper Room. Please...
Oct 22, 2008
what's in my inbox?
Here it is: The third installment of "What's in my Inbox" for your reading pleasure. There seems to be a real interest in this, so I will continue to share. Keep in mind that for the most...
Oct 21, 2008
are you voting early?
Good morning GOLO: What are your thoughts on early voting? I recently overheard someone say that they didn't think their vote would actually count if they participated in early voting. I...
Oct 20, 2008
the new wral weather call service | the call before the storm
Hello GOLO: We are rolling out a new weather-related service that you will likely start hearing about this evening. But in true GOLO fashion, I wanted to share it with you here...
Oct 15, 2008
is your mind made up?
In a poll on the GOLO homepage, 83% of those who responded indicated that their mind was made up in terms of who they would vote for on Election Day. Are there any GOLO'ers out there still undecided?...
Oct 15, 2008
be the first to play "wet fish & friends"
Hello GOLO: I know that there are many Greg Fishel fans here on GOLO, so I'd like to point you to a new game we launched on the WRAL.com State fair page today, called "Wet...
Oct 13, 2008
how much money do you spend on gas each week?
With the cost of gas, many people don't fill up and may not know the real cost of filling up. But what most of us do know is how much lighter our wallets feel at the end of the week. This week,...
Oct 10, 2008
thanks!
Thanks to everyone who came by and participated in the LIVE Debate blog last night. I finally shut it down at 11, but we had a few who would...
Oct 8, 2008
another live debate blog tonight
Good Afternoon GOLO: Anyone up for another live blog? We shouldn't have the capacity issues tonight, so come one come all and let's give it another run. I'll be ready to start just...
Oct 7, 2008
know of any cool halloween events? let's start a list!
Halloween is a little more than three weeks away, but we all know how time flies. Last year, GOLO members compiled a pretty neat list of Halloween events,...
Oct 7, 2008
and the winner is....
Now that it's over, who do you think won the debate? Was it Palin or Biden, and were you surprised in any way by what you heard or saw.
Oct 2, 2008
don't forget about the live blog tonight...
Here's the link. See you at 9. -Angela
Oct 2, 2008
what do you expect from tonight's debate?
I'm sure we've all heard speculation about tonight's debate and likely have our own opinions. The truth is, no one really knows what we'll be saying once it's all over. But at this very moment,...
Oct 2, 2008
a few new golo groups
Hello GOLO: I'd like to bring your attention to a few new GOLO groups you might find interesting. Renesbmw has created the group MS Sucks,...
Oct 1, 2008
your credit questions answered wednesday from 5pm-7pm
Hello GOLO: 5 on Your Side will have experts on hand to answer questions tomorrow from 5-7. See the info below if you're interested or would like to submit a a question. You can comment in the...
Sep 30, 2008
are you stressed about the stock market plunge?
Hello GOLO: I was watching Suze Orman on Larrry King Live last night and she kept saying: "We...
Sep 30, 2008
a new tool for golo live blogs. help us test it!
Hello GOLO: Many thanks to all of you for participating in the live debate blog last Friday. I urgently need your to help test a new tool we want to roll out for the next debate...
Sep 29, 2008
live golo debate blog
If anyone wants to chat, share notes, express opinions or even "debate" during the Presidential debate, feel free to do so here. I imagine that most of us will be listening intently so I fully...
Sep 26, 2008
what do you hope to learn from tonight's debate?
After much uncertainty, the first Presidential debate takes place tonight at 9pm. Will you be watching? If so, what do you hope to learn from it? Share your thoughts. ...
Sep 26, 2008
will tonight's scheduled debate actually happen?
With no bailout agreement and so much up in the air, do you think tonight's Presidential debate will happen as scheduled, or will Obama be in Oxford all alone? The clock is ticking... ...
Sep 26, 2008
a plea from our president
Who watched the President's address last night? If you watched, how did you feel once it was over? Do you think he did an effective job urging Americans (and Congress) to support the bailout,...
Sep 25, 2008
should we let the financial institutions fail?
I've been following this economic bruhaha to the best of my ability: reading various perspectives, watching political pundits and various experts on television and reading individual blogs and...
Sep 24, 2008
our elections from an arab perspective
Good morning GOLO: I am speaking to a group of bloggers from Egypt in a few hours who are here covering U.S. elections for Arab audiences. They've been in our area since Saturday and their...
Sep 24, 2008
meet, "ncmomof3" | the golo profiles
After a nearly two-month hiatus, The GOLO Profiles are finally back! We begin this next round with the kind-hearted NCMomof3, who says on her profile...
Sep 22, 2008
face-off friday
The first presidential debate is just days away and we all know there will be no shortage of topics. But with the state of the economy, and the latest developments affecting it even more, the question...
Sep 21, 2008
golo live at the centerfest arts festival tomorrow
Good afternoon GOLO: Do any of you plan on heading to the 35th Annual Centerfest Arts Festival in Durham tomorrow? How about Sunday? If so,...
Sep 19, 2008
the nc governor's race
Good afternoon GOLO: Several of you expressed interest in the Gubernatorial race on my recent blog post: Want to discuss and debate the issues...
Sep 18, 2008
what's in my inbox?
Good afternoon GOLO: I know that there was high interest in my previous post What's in my Inbox, so I decided that maybe it was...
Sep 17, 2008
social networking sites more popular than porn!
This is great news to me, as a person who manages an online community, which can also be referred to as a social networking site. I know the topic is tantalizing folks, but try to keep it clean....
Sep 16, 2008
new report: second jfk shooter possible
"A new study doesn't say there were two or more gunmen, but that the single-gunman theory can't be supported by science." I read this over the weekend and wanted to share. I...
Sep 15, 2008
new golo group | "comments from candidates"
Good morning GOLO: I've created a new GOLO GROUP called Comments from Candidates with the goal of passing along information being distributed...
Sep 15, 2008
what to do when students don't speak english
**This is a blog that was posted in the "We are Teachers" group. It was visible to group members only but I asked the author if I...
Sep 14, 2008
mark your calendars | the 2008 debate schedule
Hello GOLO: Politics is hot around here and I certainly don't want to get in the way. Just thought I'd pass along some helpful information. Here is a list of the scheduled debates. You may want...
Sep 12, 2008
helpful tips for golo bloggers
Good morning GOLO: I just want to take a few minutes to share a few helpful tips for long-time and new bloggers that may draw more readers to your posts. I know we all have come across...
Sep 12, 2008
charlie gibson and gov. sarah palin | the interview
Hello GOLO: I'm sure most of you know by now that ABC News anchor Charlie Gibson has landed the first one-on-one interview with Gov. Palin. There's lots of buzz in journalism (and political)...
Sep 11, 2008
remembering 9/11 | where were you?
I've heard stories throughout my life about the whereabouts of family members on the day JFK was killed. I've heard similar stories about the day Martin Luther King Jr. was killed. I can probably recount...
Sep 10, 2008
want to discuss and debate the issues in a meaningful way?
Good afternoon GOLO: It looks like the political blogs will go nonstop until the election, and possibly after. It's certainly understandable given the nature of this election, the issues...
Sep 9, 2008
comments and abuse
Good afternoon GOLO: I know this election brings out a myriad of opinions, beliefs, suspicions and speculation and the blogs and comments are rampant. Given the fact that GOLO is...
Sep 8, 2008
wral viewers talk about the booming noises...
I see that many of you are discussing the loud boom. Here are a few accounts, in case you haven't seen this already. Angela ...
Sep 7, 2008
did hanna ruin your weekend?
Hanna has come and gone for most of us. Damage is widespread and certainly varies depending on where you live. Did the storm affect your plans in any way? I, for one was hoping to...
Sep 6, 2008
hanna! big deal, or big bust?
As Hanna edges in a little closer, how are you feeling about the hoopla? Too much, too little or just right?
Sep 5, 2008
calling all poll writers!
Hello GOLO: If you'd like to see your poll featured on the GOLO home page, submit it here. Write your question and suggest at least three answers. You can choose up to five answers, but...
Sep 5, 2008
your reaction to gov. palin's speech
If you're watching the speech right now, what do you think so far? If you're reading this after the fact, share your thoughts. Were you inspired, won over, turned off? Do tell.
Sep 3, 2008
weather emergencies and golo
Hello GOLO: If Hanna happens to affect our area in any major way, what would you like to see on GOLO? I understand that power outages could keep many people offline but in the event that you...
Sep 3, 2008
your best hurricane advice
Last week it was Gustav, and this week it's Hanna. As a former Florida resident, I am all too familiar with hurricanes and I've learned that a large number of North Carolina residents share that same...
Sep 3, 2008
are you watching the republican national convention tonight?
With all of the recent blogs about Senator McCain's VP pick and the recent controversy surrounding her 17-year-old daughter, I'm sure that a large number of GOLO members are tuning in to the RNC. What...
Sep 2, 2008
hurricane gustav | what's your biggest fear?
It's on the minds of many, and I'm sure you've given it some thought. You don't have to have family or friends in the area to be concerned or downright worried. At this point, what scares you...
Aug 30, 2008
images and innuendo
Good afternoon GOLO: We are seeing an increased number of unacceptable images and blogs with innuendo which are clearly posted with the desire to drive even more of this innuendo. I...
Aug 27, 2008
a word about plagiarism and copyright
Good morning GOLO: I just want to take a few minutes to encourage bloggers to provide a source for content you post on GOLO, if it isn't your own. I've been contacted twice in the last...
Aug 27, 2008
dnc- live blog! come on in...
If you're watching the Democratic National Convention and want to chat with fellow GOLO members, here's a live blog. Any thoughts on Ted Kennedy? And did anyone hear John Kerry's comment to CNN reporter...
Aug 25, 2008
school busing woes | where do you stand?
It's been a hot topic for the last few days and will likely stay on the minds of many for quite a while. Buses are overcrowded. Students have been denied transportation. Parents are...
Aug 25, 2008
email from a parent concerned about busing situation
Here is an excerpt of an email we received from a viewer in regards to this story: Parents question school’s decision to have nearby students walk...
Aug 25, 2008
are you watching the democratic national convention tonight?
Politics has always been a hot topic on GOLO, and it has really ramped up in the past few weeks. So, I'm sure many of you will watch the Democratic National Convention tonight. What are your expectations?...
Aug 25, 2008
a few changes to the golo home page
Good evening GOLO: We've made a few small tweaks to the GOLO home page that I'm hoping you've noticed by now. If you haven't, take a look. You will now see a new GOLO groups widget...
Aug 23, 2008
reevaluate your golo purpose
If you are someone who continuously creates new ID's or operates under multiple screen names for the purpose of harassing others under a veil of anonymity, please recognize that people do not want you...
Aug 20, 2008
how much time do you spend online?
Here's a question for you GOLO'ers: How much time do you spend online? For work, play and leisure. Just lump it all together and try to determine how many hours you spend...
Aug 19, 2008
a new resource for year-round parents
Good morning GOLO: Do you have a child in year-round school? Are you looking for information on track-out camps? If so, please take a few minutes to check out our new track-out...
Aug 13, 2008
actor and comedian bernie mac dies at age 50 | share your thoughts
Bernie Mac, the actor and comedian who teamed up in the casino heist caper "Ocean's Eleven" and gained a prestigious Peabody Award for his sitcom "The Bernie Mac Show," died Saturday...
Aug 9, 2008
are law enforcement officers wrongly criticized?
If you've spent any time on this story today, you've seen the back and forth between those who support LEO's and those who question whether or not...
Aug 8, 2008
a word about coupons and savings from harris teeter
Good afternoon GOLO: I posted a blog from the Money Savers group about coupons...
Aug 7, 2008
the golo profiles -- on hiatus
Good morning GOLO: I'm sure many of you are expecting to see today's GOLO profile but unfortunately there won't be one. The GOLO Profiles...
Aug 5, 2008
"who flagged you bro?" does it really matter?
This is a popular phrase around GOLO for some, and I know it's often said in fun. It has made me laugh on several ocassions. However, there are GOLO members who really want to know who reported their...
Aug 4, 2008
tell us about the day you were engaged
This comment from newly engaged GOLO member "lbroyal" gave me an idea. Here's the comment: "...I just got engaged yesterday to the...
Aug 4, 2008
politics and golo | what are your ideas?
Good afternoon GOLO: I don't know if you've noticed but it seems as though roughly 60-70% of our general interest blog posts have something to do with politics. GOLO member Grumpy-not posted...
Aug 1, 2008
a groups feature you may have missed | e-mail invitations to non-members
Good afternoon GOLO: I just want to take a minute to tell you about a feature within GOLO Groups that you may not be aware of. One of our goals is to increase membership, right? Well that's...
Jul 31, 2008
what will you buy during the sales tax holiday?
I'm sure you've heard this by now but in case you haven't, the big sales tax holiday weekend is rapidly approaching. I've used this weekend as an opportunity...
Jul 31, 2008
i'm not ignoring you, i'm not here today!
Good morning GOLO: Just want to let you all know that I will not be working today. There has been a small sports-related injury in the Connor household that deems further treatment. So, I will...
Jul 30, 2008
meet, "dsickles" | the golo profiles
If you ever have to share an office with a person, I have the perfect prototype. She’s witty, smart and can whip up a killer powerpoint presentation in her sleep. She also makes holiday desserts...
Jul 28, 2008
mall safety | what's "your" answer?
The melee at Triangle Town Center Mall seems to be on everyone's mind this morning, and rightly so. Since most of us do spend time at area malls, particularly on the weekend, this is definitely...
Jul 28, 2008
hurricanes: remembering 'the big one'
When it comes to hurricanes, everyone has a story about that ONE in particular. You know the one that either wreaked havoc, or came pretty darn close. You remember it like it...
Jul 24, 2008
did you notice a drop in gas prices today?
Good morning GOLO: Driving past my gas station of choice this morning, I noticed that the price was down from $4.03 to $3.98. The sad part is, I actually smiled and felt somewhat grateful....
Jul 24, 2008
meet, "blablah" | the golo profiles
This week we meet a GOLO member who has been with us since July 3, 2007, just one day after our launch. She's number 6 on the Top Posters of All Time list ...
Jul 23, 2008
mcdonald's franchisee fined 1 million dollars for hiring illegal immigrants
This story is from Breitbart.com. Thought it would be of interest. A company that owns 11 McDonald's restaurants in Nevada was fined one million dollars Wednesday after...
Jul 18, 2008
‘white standard of leadership’ – americans expect business leaders to be white, duke study finds
Local Tech Wire and WRAL.com Business Editor Rick Smith has an interesting blogpost today that I'm sure GOLO'ers would enjoy discussing. If you haven't seen it, here it is: This is copied directly...
Jul 17, 2008
meet, "historians_13th" | the golo profiles
If you’re ever in need of Poetry on Demand, you’ll definitely want to contact GOLO member, Historians_13th. This long-time GOLO member...
Jul 14, 2008
what's in my inbox?
Good afternnon GOLO: Have you ever wondered what kind of e-mails I receive about GOLO? Some of you actively send those e-mails so you may already have a clue. But if you're interested...read on....
Jul 11, 2008
what's your favorite local restaurant?
Looking for a good restaurant in the Raleigh area? Here you'll find a list of favorites from long-time residents.
Jul 8, 2008
meet, "angela" | the golo profiles
Well GOLO, since you decided to go behind my back with the help of WRAL.com web editor, Kelly H. with a sneak attack and force me to do my own profile, I suppose I had no choice...
Jul 8, 2008
top golo posters of all time!
In honor of our first year, I thought I'd post a list of the top GOLO posters of all time. This is a list of GOLO members who have posted the highest number of comments since our launch...
Jul 7, 2008
jesse helms | share your condolences
Thousands are expected to pay their respects Monday to former Sen. Jesse Helms, who will lie in repose starting at 10 a.m. at Hayes Barton Baptist Church in Raleigh. A condolence book will be...
Jul 7, 2008
famous funerals | which do you remember most?
When it's all said and done, most people are given the greatest party of their life, once that life has ended. Unfortunate, but true. But no matter how you feel about funerals, they definitely...
Jul 6, 2008
st. louis bound
Hello GOLO: It was such a pleasure to meet so many of you today. I had a great time and appreciated the opportunity to chat with some of you one-on-one. This has been an interesting year...
Jul 1, 2008
starbucks bound!!!
Hey everybody: I'm packing up my trinkets and heading to Starbucks for the GOLO bash. Well, actually I am going to ask Rusty to handle the trinket boxes. At...
Jul 1, 2008
meet, "con amor" | the golo profiles
If you're looking for a warm spirit intent on adding a little sunshine to your day, allow me to introduce you to GOLO member, Con Amor. She's quick to start a "good morning" blog to...
Jul 1, 2008
rsvp list for the golo party
Just in case you're wondering who has sent in an RSVP for tomorrow's event.... here you go: Beauty Comes From Within...
Jun 30, 2008
two new e-mail notification options
Good Morning GOLO: Picking up from yesterday, Rusty is still hard at work enhancing our offerings and has just added two new e-mail features. You...
Jun 26, 2008
three new golo e-mail preferences
Good morning GOLO:. We've added a few new e-mail preferences that will enable you to better manage your GOLO life and keep tabs on any activity on your profile page and blogposts as well...
Jun 25, 2008
come celebrate with us!!
It’s been almost a year since we opened up the GOLO doors, embarking on a mission to build an incredible online community where people like you could spend your time, share your...
Jun 24, 2008
the highly anticipated picture from today's golo profile
Okay guys, we have to give Charlesboyer kudos for actually following up and e-mailing this picture to me this morning. If you missed the story behind it, read...
Jun 24, 2008
meet, "charlesboyer" | the golo profiles
If you enjoy perusing the GOLO image galleries you’ve surely come across the work of the talented Mr. Boyer. We all know him as Charlesboyer,...
Jun 23, 2008
a few updates for you
Good afternoon GOLO, and HAPPY FRIDAY! First off, I'd like to thank everyone for the feedback and input about the new GOLO GROUPS feature and for jumping in with both feet...
Jun 20, 2008
a note from my adopted soldier
Okay, since Sessy posted the e-mail from her soldier, I am going to post mine. We've had several e-mail conversations and he sounds like an amazing person. I am taking my daughters out this weekend...
Jun 20, 2008
do you have a bad dog? want a good one?
If you have a bad dog, but would like a good one, we have an offer you simply won't be able to refuse. WRAL is looking for a few bad dogs to train to be good dogs. So grab the camera and we’ll...
Jun 18, 2008
fake cancer cures: fraud alert
I just received this via e-mail and thought I should share: FDA Warns Individuals and Firms to Stop Selling Fake Cancer 'Cures' Fraudulent claims on Internet sites Warning...
Jun 17, 2008
new feature: browse golo by category
Good Morning GOLO! This is something you all have been waiting for: GOLO CATEGORIES! You can now search all of the GOLO content...
Jun 17, 2008
no golo profile today
Sorry folks but we will have to take a week off because my subject for this week's GOLO Profile got caught up in a very lengthy conference call and we were unable to connect. I did get...
Jun 17, 2008
"i'll never forget the time my dad...______"
Okay, I'll go first: "I'll never forget the time my dad and I raced after my first year running track and I beat him, but he swore I didn't while complaining about a leg cramp." In...
Jun 14, 2008
some questions & answers about golo groups
Good evening GOLO: I've noticed a lot of questions floating around about Groups today so I will try to answer some of the most pressing in the space below. I know that more will come up and we...
Jun 12, 2008
how can i use golo groups?
GOLO Groups presents a multitude of opportunities for anyone interested in connecting with others with similar interests. Food enthusiasts can swap recipes, pet lovers can find...
Jun 11, 2008
welcome to “golo groups”
We are pleased to announce the launch of a brand new GOLO feature that allows you to connect directly with members who share similar interests on a highly personalized level. Welcome...
Jun 11, 2008
ask anything | gov. mike easley's responses
Good Morning GOLO: If you submitted a question for Governor Mike Easley as part of our "Ask Anything" feature, you'll be happy to know that we have his answers. Check...
Jun 10, 2008
meet, "slayah" | the golo profile
How does a man who received a .4 GPA his first semester of college end up graduating with high honors (4.0GPA) years later? GOLO member Slayah says...
Jun 9, 2008
"this ____ has been flagged by visitors for review"
Good morning GOLO: I'd like to take a moment to offer some clarity. If you see a note indicating that your content (blog, profile, image gallery, etc...) has been flagged by visitors for...
Jun 8, 2008
two "free" tickets to see jimmy buffet
Update (June 6 2:30pm): The contest is closed and the winner has been notified via e-mail. We will post their name as soon as they claim the tickets. Good afternoon...
Jun 4, 2008
did you submit a question for durham mayor, bill bell?
If so, you can find the questions selected by the web editor and the answers here. Be sure to submit your question for Cary...
Jun 3, 2008
what i did during my week off
Good Morning GOLO: Several GOLO'ers have asked me about my week off. I didn't plan on blogging about it because frankly, I didn't think anyone would really care. But jackadoo cares and so does...
Jun 3, 2008
meet, "tmedlin" | the golo profile
If you’ve ever spent time chatting with GOLO member, "TMedlin," you are probably well aware of the fact that her son is serving in Iraq. I had...
Jun 2, 2008
how do you prepare for hurricane season?
As a former Florida resident, I have endured my fair share of hurricanes, and after being somewhat less than prepared when Hurricane Wilma decided to wreak havoc on South Florida (and my neighborhood,...
Jun 1, 2008
time off next week
Good afternoon GOLO: I'm sure many of you are anticipating the three day weekend and I have to say that I am too. Oh, wait a minute, I'm actually anticipating a NINE DAY WEEKEND....
May 23, 2008
chip made it to the top of mt. everest!!!
For those of you who have been following the Martin Magnet Middle School students who have been chronicling Chip's trek to Mt. Everest... I have great news. CHIP MADE IT! I'm...
May 22, 2008
american airlines to charge for first checked bag
I just wanted to bring this story over to GOLO. I just watched it on NBC Nightly News. Geez. $15 to check a bag. What are your thoughts on this? It apparently has everything to do with the price of...
May 21, 2008
newsflash! gas giveaway in durham today
The price of gas is a huge topic here on GOLO so here's some info worth passing along. A Durham Shell station is the Triangle participant in a nationwide gas giveaway to be held Thursday. ...
May 21, 2008
did you submit a question for realtor, parker creech?
I posted a blog in the "Your Turn" section of GOLO two weeks ago, soliciting questions for realtor Parker Creech as part of the WRAl.com Ask Anything feature. Many of you...
May 20, 2008
meet, "southernlady05" | the golo profile
In this week's GOLO Profile, we meet "Southernlady05." She was kind enough to give me 30 minutes of her time on Friday and it was certainly time...
May 20, 2008
got a question for durham mayor, bill bell?
Good Morning GOLO: I'm glad to see that you all are participating in the WRAL.com feature "Ask Anything." Several GOLO members...
May 19, 2008
for all you pet lovers out there...
Good Afternoon GOLO: For all of you pet lovers out there who often write about your pets, send pictures of your pets or blog about adoptable pets or pet-related issues, I want to let you know...
May 15, 2008
got graduates? send in your pics
Good morning GOLO. While compiling the most recent GOLO Gallery, I noticed an awesome image of a group of graduates, submitted by ...
May 15, 2008
did you submit a question for raleigh mayor charles meeker?
I posted a blog two weeks ago about a new WRAL.com segment called "Ask Anything." Many of you submitted questions and three of the ten questions chosen were submitted by GOLO members!!! Way...
May 13, 2008
meet, "dontjudgeme" | the golo profile
If you ever want to ROTFL, you need to talk to GOLO member, Dontjudgeme. I was able to chat with DJM last week and decided that I just have to meet him some day....
May 13, 2008
my mother's day card
Happy Mother's Day to all of you fabulous women out there! I had to steal a minute from my day to share one of the Mother's Day Cards I received today. It is from my 7 1/2-year-old daughter....
May 11, 2008
washingtonpost.com wants identities of readers who post comments
Just thought I'd share something I read today. I thought some of you might find it interesting as well. It's from washingtonpost.com Posted by Greg Sandoval LOS ANGELES--If...
May 8, 2008
please revisit these two blog posts.
Personal isssues with Other Members Blogs About Other Members Thank you. *I...
May 7, 2008
congrats to our "pet of the year"
It is with great pomp and circumstance that we announce the first ever, WRAL.com Pet of the Year. Meet Shelby Mauchmar! Shelby was crowned the Pet of the Week last July...
May 7, 2008
the results are in...what are your thoughts?
Senator Barack Obama has been declared the winner in North Carolina. What are your thoughts? Did you vote? Are you pleased with the outcome? Let's talk about it.
May 6, 2008
winning golo gallery image
First off, I'd like to thank everyone who took time to vote on the pictures in the GOLO Galleries XIII. Now, as...
May 6, 2008
got a question about real estate? ask parker creech
Good Morning GOLO: You may recall a previous blog where I mentioned a new WRAL.com feature called "Ask...
May 6, 2008
"choose," or lose!
Ever heard the term: "You can't win if you don't play?" Well, today is one of those days. Partisan politics aside, it's being part of the process that's important. What's most...
May 6, 2008
meet, "tarheel army mom" | the golo profile
This week we have the pleasure of getting to know a little bit more about esteemed GOLO member, "Tarheel Army Mom." She adamantly supports the President...
May 5, 2008
first look | wral.com vote tracker
Good afternoon GOLO: I'm sure you all will be awaiting election results with bated breath tomorrow night... and we have a new tool that will make the wait a little easier. The WRAL.com...
May 5, 2008
get your personal golo url, today!
Good Morning GOLO: Take a look at this: Yourname.golo.com How cool would that be? You can make it happen with the name of your...
May 5, 2008
teacher appreciation week ideas ideas, anyone?
What are you doing for your kid's teachers next week, or even your own? I need to get a plan together and get prepared. I'm thinking a combination of hand-made items and maybe two or three that I buy....
May 4, 2008
mascot stunt gone bad
Is anyone watching this New Orleans/San Antonio playoff game? There's a major delay because the ring of fire would not go out after the mascot jumped through it during some wacky stunt. I can't...
May 3, 2008
are you obssessed with weather? check out icontrol interactive radar
There's an awesome new feature on WRAL.com that allows you to take control of the radar display and get the information YOU want. With this feature, you can literally zoom in to your OWN BACKYARD!...
May 2, 2008
congrats to golo's own, "aquamama" & "davido"
I'd like to take a moment to announce that our own, "Aquamama," and "DavidO" are the newest...
May 2, 2008
the top viewed golo items for the month of april
Okay people, for the first time ever, I’m actually giving out numbers so sit back!! April was a good month and we had some great content. Below you will find the most viewed...
May 1, 2008
have you voted on this week's golo gallery?
Good morning GOLO: In case you didn't know, we are running a contest in conjunction with this week's GOLO Image...
May 1, 2008
what are your favorite websites?
Good afternoon GOLO: I've noticed that many of you share various websites through the comments section and on your personal profile pages. It occurred to me that I could put all of the links in...
Apr 29, 2008
meet "pikemom4real" | the golo profile
This week we meet a GOLO member who is never one to mince words, and quick to type exactly what’s on her mind regardless of the fallout. Once known as PikeQueen, (and various other variations...
Apr 29, 2008
top 10 blog posts from last week
Happy Monday, GOLO. Here is the list of the most viewed blog posts from last week. Just to clarify, this is the most viewed, not most commented. And in case you're wondering...the...
Apr 28, 2008
got a question for raleigh mayor, charles meeker?
Good Morning GOLO: WRAL.com is rolling out a new feature, called "Ask Anything" and I want to make sure GOLO members don't miss out. Starting...
Apr 28, 2008
the golo gripes | air your grievances one-time only
It's Friday. And in an effort to eliminate the number of blogs created By members ABOUT other members. Let's just do it here. One gripe per member. No name calling. Keep it clean. Here's...
Apr 25, 2008
out another day
Good Morning GOLO: So, I failed to mention yesterday, that my training is a two-day deal. That said, I'm out today as well. Have a great day. I'll check in when I can. -Angela ...
Apr 23, 2008
golo out of office assistant
Good Day GOLO! If you were to send me an e-mail today, you'd receive an out of office assistant reply indicating that I am in an all-day training class. So, since maybe only 2% of you e-mail...
Apr 22, 2008
meet "rocknhorse" | the golo profile
This week we learn a little more about GOLO member, Rocknhorse. She's best known for her monumental house project and fondness...
Apr 21, 2008
top 10 blog posts from last week
Good morning GOLO: Here is a rundown of the most visitied blog posts from last week. Tramp StampCharacter...
Apr 21, 2008
going once, going twice, going green!
Protecting the environment, or "going green" is a topic that's gaining popularity and definitely on the minds of many. From long-time environmentalists to the newly-conscious...
Apr 18, 2008
your blogs today
Good afternoon GOLO: I just want to take a quick minute to recognize the high number of issue-oriented, thought-provoking and interesting blogs today. They've been coming in like...
Apr 17, 2008
who wants a golo bumper sticker?
There was mention of GOLO bumper stickers in this recent blog post, written by Con Amor. She said they weren't attractive for her taste, which is completely...
Apr 15, 2008
meet "smorgas_of_borg" | the golo profile
In this week’s GOLO profile, we meet Mr. Smorgas_of_borg. He’s been a GOLO member for exactly 9 months today, so I guess...
Apr 15, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Good afternoon GOLO. Here is a list of the most visited blogposts from last week. Golo Po'PoTournament...
Apr 14, 2008
are you into the local music scene? | part two
Good afternoon GOLO: For all of you who expressed interest in the local music scene on my previous post, here's why I asked: WRAL.com...
Apr 11, 2008
blogs about other members
Is it really necessary to start an entire blogpost about another member? You're not supposed to attack other members here on GOLO and blogging about another person for all to see is...well you determine...
Apr 10, 2008
improved golo search engine
Rusty (my GOLO partner in crime) has tweaked the GOLO search mechanism to provide you with much better search results. This change...
Apr 10, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Good evening GOLO: I know, I know I was supposed to post this Monday, but I've been busy gathering prizes for the winners of all of the Live College Basketball Game Blogs. Speaking of...
Apr 9, 2008
are you into the local music scene?
Good afternoon GOLO: Do you love music? Do you support local bands and musical talent? Are you "in tune" with what's happening on the local...
Apr 8, 2008
meet "pinklady" | the golo profile
In this week’s GOLO profile, we unveil the “pink” behind Pinklady, and find out what she...
Apr 8, 2008
the winner's circle
Good Morning GOLO: As promised, I have prizes to deliver to the winners of the Live Game Blog hosted...
Apr 7, 2008
honoring teachers | teacher appreciation week
Remember that special teacher who made learning fun, challenged you when you needed it most or listened when no one else would? You know, the one you still talk about to this very day and who...
Apr 7, 2008
new feature:"rate" golo image galleries
Good morning GOLO: We've added a new feature to the GOLO image galleries. Take a look at any gallery (in the slideshow format) and along the bottom you will see text that reads "rate...
Apr 4, 2008
your final four predictions could be on tv
Good afternoon GOLO: This one is for the sports fans, and I know that there are many of you out there. If you've got a strong opinion about who will win the Final Four and good reasons to...
Apr 3, 2008
you asked, we delivered: extended "most recent" column
In a blog posted yesterday by GOLO member, "Builder24car" the following question was posed: "What GOLO changes would you like to see?" I...
Apr 1, 2008
meet "lolly" | the golo profile
We all know nice people, but GOLO member Lolly has to be one of the sweetest women on the planet. The glass is always half-full in her eyes, and her positive outlook...
Apr 1, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Good afternoon GOLO: Here are the most visited Blogposts from last week. Remember, this list is not based on the number of "comments." It's all about how often it was viewed....
Mar 31, 2008
the golo recipe gallery
Good afternoon GOLO: You may have read the recent blog about weekly recipes written by GOLO member, "eyeswideopen." The...
Mar 27, 2008
lolly's shout-outs
Here is a list of Lolly's shout-outs!ladybluemilky ...
Mar 26, 2008
meet "studweiser...king of studs" | the golo profile
This week we meet GOLO member, Studweiser. He's also known as "The King of Studs" and most recently, "Studley Durham Jones." His real name...
Mar 25, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Good afternoon GOLO: I hope those of you who had a three-day weekend were able to enjoy it to the fullest. I know I did. Here are the top 10 blogposts from last week. Enjoy! ...
Mar 24, 2008
your sunday best
Okay GOLO, I can see by the blogs that everyone is anxious to start the weekend. So while you're all dolled-up this Sunday wearing your Easter finest, snap a picture and come back...
Mar 20, 2008
martin goes to mount everest
Good Morning GOLO: We are involved in our first ever project with a school. The students at Martin Magnet Middle School are communicating directly with a Cisco engineer as he climbs Mt. Everest....
Mar 19, 2008
meet "sue donym" | the golo profile
This week we get up close and somewhat personal with the fun-loving, clever GOLO sweetheart, "Sue Donym." Sue and I had a chance to chat late last...
Mar 18, 2008
movie review: nancy drew
If you read the Nancy Drew books as a child you will enjoy this movie. How nice it was to remember believing that I could be a super-sleuth like Nancy, while watching my daughters discover her for the...
Mar 17, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Good afternoon GOLO. Here are the top 10 blogposts from last week. Two have since been set to private so I did not provide links for those. -Enjoy, Angela ...
Mar 17, 2008
comment hours extend to 10pm today
It’s been about two months since we made the much talked about changes to the comments area on news stories, moving to full moderation. We received a tremendous amount...
Mar 12, 2008
meet "milky" | the golo profile
This week’s profile is with a man of few words. His name is Milky, also known as .Milky. This was a tough one, I must admit, but I think it captures...
Mar 11, 2008
got questions about the high-tech sector in the triangle? ask rick smith
After reading all of the comments on a GOLO Blog about Motricity...
Mar 5, 2008
suggestive images
Hello GOLO: I know that tastes vary a great deal when it comes to images and for the most part the slew of pictures that show up in certain blogposts are indicative of what one might see on any...
Mar 4, 2008
meet "sessy" | the golo profile
You can't be a member of GOLO for long without hearing about our resident sweetheart, Sessy. Once known as "Sessy Italiana" she now goes by...
Mar 4, 2008
read any good books lately?
First off, I'd like to send a big THANK YOU to everyone who has taken the time and continues to take the time to write a quick movie review for the GOLO...
Mar 3, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts from last week
Happy Monday all: Here is a list of the most visited blogposts from last week: You write the caption America...
Mar 3, 2008
movie review: the last king of scotland
The last 15 minutes of this movie were chilling. I found myself with my hand covering my mouth and I had no idea how long it had been there once I realized it. You do NOT have to be a history...
Mar 2, 2008
sticker shock: the cost of gas today
Did anyone feel like they paid a bit much for gas today? Well, you probably feel like that every day, but did today seem off-the-charts? I must admit that I don't even look much anymore, but today I...
Mar 1, 2008
a few tweaks to the voting feature
For those of you who like to vote on news stories, you'll be happy to know that we've improved the voting tool, which tallies votes and places stories on the HOT...
Feb 27, 2008
“friends only”: a new golo feature
We’ve added a new feature to GOLO that many of you are sure to find interesting. The new feature was prompted by a combination of various requests we’ve received...
Feb 26, 2008
meet "ashen-shugar" | the golo profile
This week’s GOLO profile is the witty, well-known Ashen-Shugar. Ashen has been a GOLO member since the very first day and is always good for a...
Feb 26, 2008
top 10 blogposts from last week
Here's a recap of the most popular blogposts from last week, just in case you weren't around or maybe missed a few.Come on in, Tiki Bar is...
Feb 25, 2008
play to win: a free golo t-shirt
Anyone want a GOLO T-shirt? I have a few left over from the State Fair. See picture to the right. Yes, it's a bit wrinkled but what t-shirt isn't? And yes, that's my desk in the background....
Feb 21, 2008
meet "geisha girl" | the golo profile
The subject of our third profile is the well-known, highly popular Geisha Girl. She had the most votes in our recent poll and was nominated many times over in a...
Feb 19, 2008
top 10 golo blogposts
Happy Monday everyone! Here is a list of the most visited blogposts from last week. Enjoy.Cena or Orton?What...
Feb 18, 2008
so what did you "get" and "give" for valentine's day?
I'm curious as to how everyone fared on Valentine's Day. What did you get? I also want to know what you "gave." So let's share. I'll go first. I gave my husband a hefty amount...
Feb 15, 2008
meet "steve crisp" | the golo profile
Steve Crisp was one of many GOLO members nominated by others for a GOLO profile. (See the original blog here.) I...
Feb 12, 2008
golo top 10 blogposts from last week
As promised, here is a list of the most visited blogposts from last week. The time frame is Monday, February 4 through Sunday, February 10. Enjoy! ...
Feb 11, 2008
who's checking you out?
Ever wonder if your profile page is a popular destination? One way to tell, I suppose is by the number of comments, but keep in mind that not everyone looking leaves a comment, so you could be...
Feb 7, 2008
you might find this interesting
As I was perusing around WRAL.com and other news sources I frequent, I came across a few interesting stories and I thought I'd share one in particular. It's from the Local Tech Wire section. ...
Feb 7, 2008
meet "ladyblue" | the first golo profile
The subject of our first GOLO profile is the lovely Ladyblue. I had an opportunity to speak with her over the phone this afternoon, and this is what...
Feb 4, 2008
tell me more! who deserves a profile?
Which GOLO member(s) would you like to see profiled on our homepage? I know that most people provide a good amount of information about themselves on their profile pages, and often...
Feb 4, 2008
top 10 golo blogs from last week
Happy Monday everyone: The GOLO Top Ten is B-A-C-K. Here is a list of the most visited blogposts from last week. The time frame is Monday, Jan. 28 through Sunday, February...
Feb 4, 2008
gearing up for superbowl sunday?
I'll admit it, I enjoy the commercials more than the game, but I also enjoy the half-time show. No parties on my agenda though, but I'd love to live vicariously through GOLO members. So,...
Feb 2, 2008
gearing up for superbowl sunday?
I'll admit it, I enjoy the commercials more than the game, but I also enjoy the half-time show. No parties on my agenda though, but I'd love to live vicariously through GOLO members. So,...
Feb 2, 2008
personal issues with other members
Hello GOLO: I just want to say that if you are having a major issue with another member, please try to ignore one another and coexist. If you cannot, do not resort to following them around or...
Jan 30, 2008
community moderation
Good afternoon GOLO: I’d like to thank you all for the continued feedback about our recent changes to the comments section. It’s nice to see such a wide range...
Jan 30, 2008
abuse reports and blonde jokes
Good afternoon GOLO: I have a few questions. It seems that more and more of the abuse reports I'm seeing are comments on GOLO blogs and GOLO blogposts themselves. I just finished weeding...
Jan 29, 2008
what's next? share your thoughts about tonight's state of the union address
There's been lots of blogs and political conversations taking place here on GOLO lately so I'm sure many of you are eagerly awaiting the President's State of the Union address tonight. So,...
Jan 28, 2008
a birthday fit for a "king"
On the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr., what are your thoughts about his life, his legacy and how it has affected where we are today? What are you teaching your children about him? If like...
Jan 21, 2008
to snow or not to snow? that is the question.
The excitement is building about the potential for snow in our area and we want to know who's getting it and who isn't. Tell us what you see, and maybe even what you wish you'd see. We could be...
Jan 18, 2008
the truth about comment posting hours, full moderation and some answers to your questions
We’ve received, and continue to receive lots of feedback about our comments changes. It’s a mixture of good and bad (as with any change, of course) but it's all feedback that...
Jan 17, 2008
comments changes
Remember those changes to the news comments area we started blogging about last week? They've arrived. So please, visit the comments area on any of our news stories and see for yourself. We've...
Jan 16, 2008
more on the comments changes
We are pleased to see such passionate responses about the upcoming changes to the comments area. I have read every word and have responded to many of the comments directly and will continue to...
Jan 13, 2008
change is coming to our comments area
Major change is on the way to the WRAL.com comments area. The first change is that we are opening all of our news stories for comment beginning Wednesday, January...
Jan 11, 2008
dinner and a movie?
Happy Friday GOLO'ers: As you anticipate and embark upon your weekend activities, I have one small request. IF you go to the movies, or watch a current movie or DVD, and you feel so inclined,...
Jan 4, 2008
you’ve got friends. a new golo feature
I am happy to announce a new GOLO feature that will allow you to stay closely connected to your GOLO friends and encourage you to make new ones. With the new GOLO “Friends”...
Jan 3, 2008
this is not a new year's resolution. trust me.
I hate making New Year's resolutions and I've mentioned this on the comments area of many of your blogposts over the last week or so. My main reason is because once March comes around, I end...
Jan 1, 2008
itunes movie rentals and more on blockbuster
Remember my blogpost back on November 4th about the pending death of Blockbuster? It garnered a lot of interest and comments as folks began to share...
Dec 27, 2007
alvin and the chipmunks
This movie was adorable. If you have young children who have yet to be introduced to the chipmunk tunes, you have to take them to see this movie. I've been a fan for a long time...
Dec 24, 2007
what a difference a year makes!
Merry Christmas everyone: What a difference a year makes. This time last year I was living in South Florida, shopping for Christmas presents in shorts and a t-shirt, and working as the...
Dec 21, 2007
your questions, comments and concerns: installment two
Here is the weekly blogpost I promised last week, sharing some of the comments and feedback I receive from GOLO members. Again, these comments are typically submitted through the GOLO feedback form,...
Dec 19, 2007
my kids & the nutcracker
Okay, I took my 7-year-old and 2-year-old daughters to see the Nutcracker Ballet at the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts yesterday. It was their first time, and we had great seats on the...
Dec 17, 2007
discuss the top stories of 2007
From the Duke lacrosse case to the issue of illegal immigration to misconduct within the North Carolina Highway Patrol, below is a list of what WRAL’s newsroom staff thought were the top state...
Dec 14, 2007
the steroid report
How do you feel about the big Steroid Report released today detailing steroids and other performance-enhancing drug use among professional baseball players? It certainly included some big names:...
Dec 13, 2007
some questions and concerns
I'm sure this comes as no surprise, but I spend a considerable amount of time answering questions and responding to feedback that we receive about GOLO and comments in general. Some...
Dec 12, 2007
high school musical on ice: a review
I took my daughters and one of their friends to see High School Musical: The Ice Tour today and I must say, that it was awesome. As a mother of two girls who absolutely love the franchise...
Dec 8, 2007
have you written a dvd or movie review?
Hey there GOLO'ers: Have you written a movie or DVD review blog since our July 2nd launch? If so, please add the URL to the comments section of this blog so I can compile them all in one place....
Dec 7, 2007
drunk driving accidents involving illegal immigrants
A documentary about the high rate of drunken driving accidents involving legal and illegal Hispanic immigrants was the focus of a WRAL News documentary that aired Wednesday at 7 p.m. Did you watch?...
Dec 5, 2007
you asked, we delivered: delete comments from your profile and blog!
I cannot tell you how happy I am to announce this new GOLO feature. If you take a look at YOUR OWN profile, or any of YOUR OWN blogposts, you will now see a...
Dec 4, 2007
scared of santa? let's see what you've got
Have you ever noticed how some kids are totally terrified of Santa Claus, but their parents force them to take a picture with him anyway? Well, we asked people to upload pictures of their kids...
Dec 3, 2007
control
Good Morning everyone: I just want to put a quick note out to let everyone know that we are exploring ways to give you more control over the content you create. That would apply...
Nov 27, 2007
about those comments: we’re hiring!
Hello GOLO! Guess what? We’re hiring moderators, two to be exact…and if you’re interested, it could be YOU. We are looking for community-minded...
Nov 16, 2007
more comments about comments
What do you think would happen if we stopped allowing name-calling PERIOD? I’m talking commonly used names like “loser,” “idiot,” “moron,” “jerk,”...
Nov 13, 2007
looking for some new and interesting holiday gifts
I'm tired of the same old stuff and I've decided to do something about it. I want to give new and interesting gifts this year (I want to receive them as well, but that's not the pioint) that won't be...
Nov 7, 2007
how will the writer's strike affect your favorite tv shows?
I am intrigued by the writer's strike and when I was searching around for updates, I came across this link....
Nov 5, 2007
the death of blockbuster
I read this on one of my favorite blogs this weekend and I wanted desperately to discuss it with others, but my husband was asleep and my friends would have thought I was crazy calling after 11...
Nov 4, 2007
want to share your halloween pics?
I hope everyone had a great Halloween and didn't O-D on candy! I also hope that no one is on a diet, because this is a bad week to put it to the test. If anyone out there has...
Nov 1, 2007
how to add links to your blogpost
I've noticed that many of our GOLO bloggers include URL's in their blogposts to make it easy for others to click to some of their other GOLO content or content located elsewhere on the Web. Many...
Oct 31, 2007
a fond farewell to the fair
Get a final glimpse of the State fair through the eyes of the Golo member's who uploaded their images and shared their fun with us all.
Oct 22, 2007
know of any cool halloween events? let's start a list
Do you have any plans for the next two weeks leading up to Halloween? Visiting any haunted houses, or heading out to a hayride? Why not share the details with your fellow GOLO members. You...
Oct 16, 2007
are you taking the drought seriously? wral’s david crabtree wants to know
Gov. Mike Easley has called for further cutbacks in water consumption by every North Carolina resident to conserve limited water supplies that, he said, will likely continue to shrink in the coming...
Oct 15, 2007
check out the latest winners of the golo fair photo contest. have you entered yet?
Oct 15, 2007
an interesting traffic tale
Based on the number of comments we’ve received on the story about this morning’s traffic mess, it’s pretty clear that...
Oct 11, 2007
would you like to see your poll on the golo home page?
I’m looking for a few good polls to feature on the homepage in the slot that doubles as the “Comment of the Day” and “Poll of the Day.” So, if you’d...
Oct 10, 2007
a comment about comments
The exponential growth of the comments area on our news stories and all the feedback we receive about it has made one thing clear: This community has a lot to say about a lot of subjects and you want...
Oct 5, 2007
welcome to golo
GOLO is a place where the content is provided by YOU, and the possibilities are endless.
Oct 1, 2007
the golo home page is here
Happy Friday everyone: I'm pleased to inform you that we now have a home page for Golo. This is a page that will be used to highlight some of our content and to encourage others to join...
Sep 21, 2007
regarding the autozapper 3000
I think it’s time for me to share some information about what many of you refer to as the AutoZapper 3000, which has also been coined the PostZapper 3000, among other...
Sep 13, 2007
a cool new feature: upload multiple photos at once in a zip file
Tired of uploading pictures to your image galleries one-by-one? Well guess what? Those days are officially over. We now have a new feature in place that allows you to upload a zip file...
Sep 11, 2007
your best work
Hello everyone: If you have a moment over the next few days, please send me a link to what you deem is your best, or most interesting Golo Blogposts thus far. By best, I mean funniest,...
Sep 10, 2007
golo’s most active – who loves to comment?
I know how much you guys enjoy having this kind of information so I thought I’d give you something else to peruse. The names listed below are the top commenter’s last week (Sunday...
Sep 10, 2007
it's golo top ten friday!
Happy Friday Everyone: This week we are going to do something a little different, In addition to the top 10, I am including a list of profiles that did not get many visits this...
Sep 7, 2007
about those blog posts: a small change
We’ve made a small change here at Golo regarding the Most Recent Blog Posts area. I know this is a coveted area and it’s nice to see your content in that spot....
Sep 4, 2007
no plans are sometimes, the best plans
Good morning everyone. It's good to be back. I am so fresh from my time off that the sheer number of e-mails and voicemails didn't bother me at all. I am going with the flow and trying to...
Sep 4, 2007
golo top 25 blogposts
Hello everyone: Here's a bonus... Since I'm posting this later than normal. Instead of 10 or even 20, I'm providing the Top 25 blogposts for the week beginning Sunday, August 19, through...
Aug 24, 2007
i'm off next week
Happy Friday! I just want to take a moment to let you all know that I am taking a little vacation next week. That's right. ALL WEEK. I will be back in the office on Tuesday, September...
Aug 24, 2007
banned!! let's move on
This recent situation has been stressful for many of you. I've heard from a number of you offline and I see it in your blogs. I am impressed with the way you all come together and protect one...
Aug 23, 2007
who's using the favorites feature?
Who's using favorites, and what are you putting there? Profiles, blogposts, entire blogs, stories from WRAL.com? I can't possibly see them all but I'm curious. I noticed that CuzinLukey...
Aug 22, 2007
my first summer in nc: hot but happy
Hey everybody... Go check out my blog on the news side when you get a chance. It's my take on the HOT WEATHER! Click...
Aug 21, 2007
you asked, we delivered: favorites!!
You'll want to sit down for this one. If you go up to your drop down menu, you will now see a new category. That category is (drumroll please...) FAVORITES! That's...
Aug 21, 2007
notice anything different?
You may have noticed our new navigation tools today. Located next to your Golo Profile name at the top of the Golo pages you will now see a gray arrow. When you click this arrow you will...
Aug 20, 2007
this week's top 20 list
Happy Friday, everyone. Here is a “Top 20” list of profiles, blogposts and image galleries for the week beginning Sunday, August 12 through today just before noon. I did not...
Aug 17, 2007
you asked, we delivered: we've got search
Hey everyone: Big news here today. You can now SEARCH all of Golo. I think a few of you may have requested that feature. Just go to a profile page and look in the upper right corner, and ...
Aug 15, 2007
golo top 10 profiles blogs and image galleries
Happy Friday. Here is a list of the top 10 profiles, blogs and image galleries for the week beginning Sunday, August 5 through 9:15am today. Profiles Rosebud...
Aug 10, 2007
more comments about comments
Good Morning Everyone: As promised, here are a few answers to some frequently asked questions. Why was my comment(s) deleted? This...
Aug 9, 2007
about those comments: send me your questions
Good morning everyone: I've received a lot of questions about comments on my profile lately, and I've answered most of them, but not all. If I haven't answered your question, it's probably...
Aug 8, 2007
looking for a few good reviews
While watching Dreamgirls on DVD late Saturday night, it occurred to me that we should have at least a few regular movie and DVD reviewers here on Golo. Not everyone gets to make...
Aug 6, 2007
golo top 10 friday continues: most visited profiles
Ding! ….and the most visited profiles for the week are: 1. Rosebud 2. Lolly52 3. ...
Aug 3, 2007
it’s golo top 10 friday: most popular blogs
Happy Friday everyone: Here is a list of the most read blogs for the week beginning Sunday, July 29 through today as of 9:30am. Enjoy!Most Popular Blogs...
Aug 3, 2007
an interesting question
I've been caught up in the online and TV news coverage of the Minnesota Bridge Collapse for hours. That happens with me, as I've worked in five newsrooms over the years. The good news is that I only...
Aug 2, 2007
a note about community-building
I’ve written on various profiles this week to members of what seems to have become the unofficial Golo Welcome Committee. Those are the folks who tend to go into...
Aug 1, 2007
a few quick updates
Good Morning Everyone: Ladyblue just posted a question on my profile page about our membership, so I thought it would be a good time to give an overall update. First of all, let me give...
Jul 31, 2007
out another day
Good morning everyone: I hope you had a wonderful weekend. Just want you to know that I have to attend Part 2 of the training class I spent all day in last Monday. That said,...
Jul 30, 2007
top 10 golo blogs this week
…And without further adieu, here is a list of the most popular blogs for this week. This is calculated from Sunday 7/22 to 11:15am today. Enjoy! 1. Pool...
Jul 27, 2007
most visited golo profiles this week
Happy Friday, everyone! As promised, here are a few stats you may find interesting. You can expect to find this type of information in my blog every Friday. (Unless I'm vacationing or sick, of...
Jul 27, 2007
enough with the harry potter hype!
Call me crazy, but I just don’t get it. I don’t understand the Harry Potter hype at all, and I don’t know that I ever will. The world-wide anticipation...
Jul 25, 2007
you asked, we delivered: sort your comments
Many of you have shared frustration over the order in which story comments are displayed. That frustration typically comes into play when you want to follow the comments from beginning to...
Jul 24, 2007
where am i today?
Good morning everyone, and Happy Monday! I just want to take a quick minute to let you know that I will be attending an ALL-DAY training class today and will not be in the office. I won't...
Jul 23, 2007
who and what's popular on golo
It’s been 18 days since we launched Golo and I thought it would be nice to provide some information about our traffic. Going forward I am going to provide the most-read blogs, and...
Jul 20, 2007
golo going strong at 500 members!
Drumroll please....... Okay everyone, stand back. We have reached 500 members! Many many thanks to everyone for your contributions and most of all committment...
Jul 19, 2007
some cool new avatars
I've just learned from our Senior Software Developer that we have at least 50 cool new avatars available for golo members. I know that the "coolness" of an avatar is subjective and many of...
Jul 18, 2007
how to add blogs to your personalized google or yahoo page
Here’s a really quick way to start adding Golo blogs to your personalized Google or Yahoo pages. (Thanks to the new RSS capabilities) Google Users Once...
Jul 18, 2007
a short explainer on rss feeds
I wrote a blog yesterday with much fanfare about the fact that we now offer RSS feeds for all Golo blogs. I was quite excited about that, couldn’t you tell? Several people have asked for it...
Jul 18, 2007
you asked: we delivered - rss feeds are here!
Did I or did I not tell you to stay tuned because more features were on the way? Can you say R-S-S Feeds? That's right. We now have RSS feeds available for ALL of the blogs on Golo. Shall...
Jul 17, 2007
some "comments" about comments - a new series
I’ve received numerous e-mails recently from visitors asking why their comments were removed from a story. In one instance, the comments probably should not have been removed and...
Jul 16, 2007
golo going strong: here are the stats
Good news Golo members: We are now 361 members strong! Yep, 361 people have joined the Golo community in just over a week. You've written...
Jul 12, 2007
some of your questions answered
It’s been a little over a week since we launched Golo and it’s nice to see the great level of interest and participation in the Golo community. We’re...
Jul 11, 2007
what were those old folks talking about?
I apologize in advance if any of you use or have used these expressions. But they drove me nuts as a child, and I swear I’ll never use them on my own children for that very reason. Below...
Jul 10, 2007
brutal honesty: love it or leave it?
I was talking to my grandmother over the weekend and as usual, she was doling out a healthy dose of family gossip, tinged with her personal editorial comments. This is what “Gran”...
Jul 9, 2007
let's see some photos!
I know that many of you will be out this weekend with cameras in tow. Someone is going to a kid’s sporting event, or dance recital. Chances are there will be...
Jul 6, 2007
post a blog!
I mentioned in the previous blog how fast the golo community is growing. Well, that growth continues and we're receiving lots of feedback. Thanks to all of you out there who have taken the time to...
Jul 5, 2007
golo's growing!
What a difference a day makes. We just rolled out our brand new features in the story comments area yesterday and users are creating profiles in droves. Some even created profiles in the wee hours of...
Jul 3, 2007
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