May 12-18, 2005

the bell curve

The Bell Curve

City Paper's weekly gauge of Philly's Quality of Life

Philly-based Rita's Water Ice is sold to a Pittsburgh company. Hence their new flavors, "Steel" and "Depression."
Minus 2

With just four accidental deaths, 2004 was the safest season on record for Pa. hunters. "We may have only got four of them," says King Deer, "but their heads really look nice above the fireplace."
Even

The city tourism board says it will concentrate on a more fun campaign and drop the big bald guy in pajamas. "Guess it's back to throwing goths out of the Troc," he shrugs.
Plus 3

A $1 Kentucky Derby bet placed at the Turf Club in South Philly is now worth more than $850,000 but so far has gone unclaimed. Here's hoping it was you, big bald guy in pajamas.
Plus 1

The Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association has received 28 alligators since opening in 2002. Bell Curve is jealous.
Minus 1

Corey Kemp and two bank executives are found guilty of participating in a corruption conspiracy. "Well, I'm not the kind to kiss and tell," says Kemp, "but I've been seen with Farrah."
Even

According to the annual Urban Mobility Report, Philly area drivers spend less time in stopped traffic than people in other large areas of the country. But thanks to WIP, we're just as aggravated.
Plus 5

Total Pluses: 9
Total Minuses: 3
This Week's Total: 6
Last Week's Total: -9