HOROSCOPES Because the stars know things we don't. Aries (March 21-April 19) Today is an 8 The more carefully you go over the details, the better you look. Work through an intermediary. You're making a fabulous impression. Aim for excellence. Taurus (April 20-May 20) Today is a 8 Get together with your team. There's a promise of more money coming. Talk over new developments. Own the rules You're more patient with finances now. Gemini (May 21-June 21) Today is a 7 You feel more balanced, and the outlook improves. Study with an expert. Reach out to a relative. Get something you've always wanted, or at least save up. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2012 PAGE 4A Cancer (June 22-July 22) Today is an 8 Hold on to what you have with gratitude. Work out a plan for the future with one who'll share it with you. Doors are open for good work and love. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) Today is a 7 Write it down. Freedom comes from letting go of your own criticism. There's another opportunity for fortune. Budget for materials and labor. You're earning status. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Today is an 9 Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) Today is an 9 Language is powerful, and you're really good at it today. Tell yourself what you've been wanting to hear. Later, let your mind wander and relax your body. Today is a 9 Acknowledge yourself for how far you've come, and don't forget to thank those who support you. Compute expenses, and pay them first There are more on the way. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Today is a 9 Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Today is a 8. Find support in a friend, no matter how far away they are. Ask questions. Listen and learn. Do a little dreaming. New opportunities open up. Bring it all home. Your community plays an important role today. Your wit's attractive. Others look up to you for words of wisdom. Listen to their recommendations. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Today is a 8 Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec.21) Today is a 8 Your friends would like your attention. They welcome your energy and contributions, and at the same time, they can support you in your goals. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Today is a 8 Adventure time: Take the road your heart wants you to take, whether it's less traveled or not. Look at everything with new eyes. Expand, breathe, listen. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) Today is a 6 The more ambiguity you can get rid of, the more secure you'll feel. It's not necessary to take risks now. Just take it easy and do what worked before. LIBERTY HALL accessibility info (783) 749-1972 THE ARTIST(PG13) 4:30 7:00 9:35 TINKER,TAILER,SOLDIER,SPY(R) 4:15 6:55 9:30 matinee monday-all tix-$6.00!! 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Today's Cryptoquip Clue: N equals O 1 5 8 3 5 2 9 3 8 7 7 2 3 7 1 6 7 4 5 8 4 3 6 5 6 8 1 4 Difficulty Level ★ 2/13 KITTY KORNER Fewer categories in Grammy Awards this year, artists protest Some protesters see racial bias in the revisions, and others consider them a power play by corporate major labels against smaller indie labels, whose artists often made up the nominees in the categories that have been eliminated or tucked under larger umbrellas. MUSIC LOS ANGELES — The Grammys have been accused over time of favoring commercial success over artistic excellence and of being bloated with too many categories (110 at its peak). This year the music industry organization is taking hits for slimming the awards ceremony down to 78 categories. McClatchy Tribune Mars Denton WHALE STALE CELEBRITY Houston remembered for unforgettable voice Whitney Houston was pronounced dead on Saturday at a Beverly Hills, Calif., hotel. The cause of death of the 48-year-old singer was unknown, according to Houston's publicist, Kristen Foster. the past three decades," said Neil Portnoll, CEO of the Recording Academy and Grammy Awards. Houston possessed one of those rare voices "Six-time Grammy winner Whitney Houston was one of the world's greatest pop singers of all time who leaves behind a robust musical soundtrack spanning Houston — so big, so clear, so undeniable — that millions of fans were permanently hooked after just their first exposure. "Whitney Houston was the best singer of all time," says local radio personality Nikki Thomas, of KBLX 102.9 FM. "There was never anyone who had that kind of voice. She was just perfect." McClatchy Tribune Or "someone" will seek to hang us separately. Either we can hang together...