| 'Lost' fans abuzz about rejuvenated series return
Under the deal, there'll be 48 more episodes divvied into three seasons of 16 each (or that was the plan before the writers' strike). With the conclusion looming in 2010, the team behind "Lost" can now attempt to plot out the action better and ensure that every little moment counts towards a strong, artistically satisfying resolution, instead of, as Jensen notes, "the usual m.o. of TV, which is just to feed the beast, keep it on the air, keep it interesting for one more week." In the big picture, "Lost" also could encourage networks to do more bold experiments with limited-run series. The "Lost" makers "continue to change the culture of TV watching and I think it is evolving toward a place that can give us more meaningful television and more meaningful artistic expression within the broadcast realm, as opposed to just HBO or Showtime," says Jensen.
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Officials: Epidemic of foreclosed homes vicious cycle
As these homes are left to decay and devalue, they become less attractive to potential buyers." Paletko agreed, and said that local leaders have been working with representatives at the state and federal level to develop an overall policy that will address the issue. "We need a comprehensive program that is accessible to all of our residents," he said. "We are not ready to announce anything yet, but we are working with the state of Michigan and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to find a solution to this growing problem." Members of the Michigan Legislature have also offered up plans to address the wave of foreclosures throughout the state. Earlier this month, Michigan Democrats unveiled a plan that called for making loans available through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA).
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