3 more things with Sparks

NEWS ITEM FDA may ban caffeinated alcohol; Beer-maker decaffeinated Sparks last year.

• • • Basketball -- Newly retired Sparks superstar Lisa Leslie will be feted at a Lakers/Pistons game on Nov 17.

• • • Band -- Almost impossible to describe how influential the Mael brothers have been, despite some of the most astute people in music literally betting against them.

• • • Burg -- They're aiming for sustainability.