
Shown here are Miss Shaylin Meadowbrook, Mister Tillery Woodhen and Mister Kasimir Heffner. Miss Meadowbrook was the original occupant of the actual Hotel Building when it was located in Blackburne Downport. "There is more water locked into local rock strata, as much as 100 times more, than fits our models for a planet that was 'once a desert, always a a desert.'" says senior scientist.
Other scientists disagree, "That report is sham science backed by no data. I expect we'll find core sample contamination skewed results."
With the report, amateur 'water prospecting' has increased.

When contacted for a comment the Magistrate issued the following statement: " Although at this time certain aspects of the incident remain unclear, the Magistrate's office continues to have complete confidence in the capabilities of the local constabulary."
After checking the lock on her liquor cabinet the Magistrate continued, "While it is generally agreed that the conduct of both parties in the incident was most irregular and boorish, the Al Raqis Court expects all of its officials to be tasteful and well-mannered even when intoxicated. Allowing himself to be walked over by a woman is by no means appropriate for a gentleman of his standing."
CNS wire services
CITADEL, Al Raqis - Captain Baroun Tardis, Barounet Kira of Kira's World resumed negotiations with Joan Al Jafar, Chief Magistrate of Al Raqis, for a formal embassy and trade delegation.
Earlier charter applications were met with protests and threats, causing delays.
Closed negotiations are ongoing, but insiders report the Magistrate has deeded a ground-side embassy, warehouse, and the Highport to House Kira.
A dinner and reception is planned to coincide with the formal planet-wide announcement of the specific charter.
CNS wire services
MOONSHEL - While standing on the edge of MoonShel, Marc Komarov and Cheri Collazo, Companion based on MoonShel, were attacked by Reavers while admiring Dr. Lea Swordthain's new horse on the very edge of town.
The town of MoonShel has been the target and nibbling grounds for the scattered Reavers who seem to pop up throughout the `verse.
Most Reavers seem to travel in ships or pods but a few seem to break away, feeding on the edges of towns, nomads taking food where they can.
The scavengers bit, scratched and generally chewed upon both Marc and Cheri but both were treated immediately by Dr. Swordthain and Dr. Pookie Ogleby, the newest physician for the Firefly class cargo ship Clarity, based on MoonShel.
MoonShel offers clinic hours most week nights for routine physicals and such. Please send a wave to Dr. Swordthain or Dr. Ogleby for the times the clinic is open.
Please note, all visitors to MoonShel should remain on alert at all times but all are welcome.