In a proposal backed by at least two commissioners -- but (that, which) may not be possible under state law -- Mayor Scott Maddox wants to fine those who skate in Kleman Plaza as much as $1,000.

The interview will be taped for airing Thursday night, according to Condit aide (comma, no comma) Michael Dayton.

Grammar Man's sister (comma, no comma) Pam (comma, no comma) aced last week's quiz. His two other sisters aren't on the quizmaster's mailing list.

Some experts say the newsroom's power went out (because of, due to) the fierce storm. Others say the outage was (because of, due to) the mold explosion in the refrigerator.

Below you'll find five sentences, almost identical. Only one is correct. Which one?
1. We're left grieving not only the person's death, but also their unfulfilled potential.
2. We're left not only grieving the person's death, but also their unfilled potential.
3. We're not only left grieving the person's death, but also their unfullfilled potential.
4. We're left grieving not only the person's death, but also his or her unfulfilled potential.
5. We're left grieving not only the person's death but also his or her unfulfilled potential.

Billy Graham has turned down many recent invitations ________ badly failing health.

"It's intimidating to be in a private meeting with the ________," Putnam said.

If you or a loved one (has, have) reached that auspicious age, call the folks at Elder Care at 921-5554.

She has worked so hard. She's a real (trooper, trouper).

Leaders in the House and Senate, Bush's fellow Republicans, aren't ___________ to go into session until they have better numbers, however.