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HS sports roundup: Unbeaten Wissahickon tennis blanks the Hatters Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:50AMThe Wissahickon tennis team improved to 3-0 on Tuesday with a 7-0 win over Hatboro-Horsham.
NCAA says Masoli can't play for Mississippi this season Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:44AMJACKSON, Miss. » The NCAA has denied Mississippi quarterback Jeremiah Masoli's request for a waiver that would allow him to play immediately, meaning the former Oregon standout won't be eligible until 2011.
REVVED UP: Emerald Grande ‘booked’ for October HOG rally (VIDEO) Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:43AMBruce Fuller says he is looking forward to riding his bike on the Emerald Coast and sticking his toes in the sand when he and some of his closest friends converge on Destin for the 2010 HOG Rally. “This area definitely has everything we are looking...
How much credit do you really have? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:40AMFor some spenders, a credit limit is like a speed limit: the highest they can go without getting into trouble. Credit scores place a big emphasis on how much of your credit you use every month. Called a credit utilization ratio, your score dips when that quotient climbs.
GSU's Landreth battles the odds Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:38AMGRAMBLING — It was just another spring day for most folks across north Louisiana, but it quickly turned into a nightmare for SirDerrick Landreth.
Hendersonville calls all classic cars to drive in Apple Festival Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:26AMHENDERSONVILLE — All classic, vintage, antique, custom, street rod and other unique vehicles are sought to drive in the Apple Festival Parade on Sept. 6. Bring your vehicle by 1 p.m. to Boyd’s Buick-Cadillac used car lot, across the street on the Asheville Highway (Hwy 25) at Five Points in Hendersonville.
Commentary: Never Having to Say You're Dead? Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:17AMFew concepts can match reincarnation in terms of being incompatible with Christian doctrine and the Christian worldview. The biblical view of history is linear, not cyclical.
Business Banker Rod goes green Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:12AMA BANK WORKER from Rhyl swapped his office computer for a trowel at a plant nursery in the name of charity.
Is state business friendly? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:57PMIt's been one of the flashpoints of the 2010 campaign for governor: Is Illinois' business climate friendly enough to bring in new employers and encourage existing ones to expand?
Chapman joins Reds Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:39PMCINCINNATI -- The fire alarm was squealing at Great American Ball Park when left-hander Aroldis Chapman walked through the dugout and stepped onto a major league field for the first time. No, he hadn’t thrown one of those triple-digit fastballs yet. Just a false alarm. This time. The Cuban...
UPDATE: Kelowna man 'lucky to be alive' after motorcycle crash Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:27PMFour people were injured in two separate crashes on the Trans-Canada highway near Revelstoke Monday. In the first accident, a motorcyclist is "lucky to be alive" after he crashed his bike 40 kilometres west of Revelstoke Monday afternoon, RCMP said.
Anderson to start for Cards, Leinart meets with coach Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:26PMTEMPE, Ariz. (AP) -- Derek Anderson will start at quarterback again for Arizona when the Cardinals play Washington on Thursday night in their final preseason game.
Hot Rods win, eliminated from playoffs Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:21PMThe Bowling Green Hot Rods are on the verge of doing something they haven’t done since June - winning a home series - after beating Fort Wayne (Ind.) 4-1 on Monday at Bowling Green Ballpark.
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation head's harsh comments target Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:17PMThe lawmaker who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation issued a scathing denunciation Tuesday of Dallas Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson , referring to "self-dealing," a shortage of integrity, and "unethical behavior" as he vowed to prevent further violations of scholarship rules.
Council's change of heart Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:07PMAN extra-ordinary meeting of Young Shire Council, concerning the location of the Young Skate and BMX Park, was held on Monday night.
Boys' Tennis preview: Douglas aiming for playoff spot Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:05PMLast year, the Douglas High girls' tennis team enjoyed a wildly successful breakout season, rolling undefeated through their entire schedule before falling in the regional championship match to perennial powerhouse Reno High.
'Unprecedented' challenge to save Chilean miners Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:04PMThe effort to save 33 men trapped deep in a Chilean mine is an unprecedented challenge, mining safety experts said Tuesday.
Anderson starting again, Leinart meets with coach Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:03PMDerek Anderson will start at quarterback again for Arizona when the Cardinals play Washington on Thursday night in their final preseason game. Coach Ken Whisenhunt said he will use the same playing order as he did in last Saturday's 14-9 win at Chicago. That means Matt Leinart will come in to replace Anderson at some point.
Doyle names deputy as Wisconsin Agriculture secretary Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:57PMThe 43-year-old Randy Romanski takes over for Rod Nilsestuen, who had been secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection since Doyle took office in 2003
Jack Layton’s potential legacy includes slaying a gun registry he supports Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:56PMRural New Democrats threaten to undermine leader’s stance on lightning-rod issue
Hog-slaughterhouse plan stirs controversy over how meat is made Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:56PMThe uproar in an Illinois town reflects an intensifying national debate over how we raise, slaughter and process the livestock we consume. A giant slaughterhouse in the Illinois river town of East Moline is creating a big stink — and it hasn't even been built yet.
Deans lays down the law: harden up or forget 2011 World Cup Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:53PMDURBAN: Wallabies coach Robbie Deans has warned several players to get out of their comfort zone or their World Cup aspirations will be over.
Legion to crank up Labor Day Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:45PMCONYERS — Organizers promise a day of fun for the entire family and urge the community to make plans to celebrate Labor Day with American Legion Post 77 during its first combined car show and family festival.
HS Football preview: Conemaugh Township Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:44PMA 10-2 campaign from 2009 is in Conemaugh Township’s rear-view mirror. So is the District 5 Class A championship, the program’s first on-field district title since 1993.
Doyle names deputy as Wis. Ag secretary Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:44PMMADISON, Wis. (AP) - Gov. Jim Doyle has named the deputy secretary of the state's Agriculture Department as the secretary following the drowning...
M.C. Helsabeck: Hickey, Rodriguez rule Rail Trail Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:43PMThe Arc of York County's Rail Trail 10-Miler has been growing every year, but it raised the bar Saturday during the 12th annual running of the race.
Groups unite in support of wolf hunt Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:39PMTony Jones doesn't believe the elk herd in the West Fork of theBitterroot will survive years of haggling over how wolves should bemanaged.
Ex-owner of landfill charged with tax evasion Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:37PMAfter 2004 spat, alderman publicly raised questions about corruption in then-governor's administration The former owner of a Joliet landfill at the center of an infamous spat between then-Gov. Rod Blagojevich and his alderman father-in-law was hit Monday with federal tax evasion charges.
Berkey files complaint alleging violation in state Senate race Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:17AMState senator alleges her foes violated election law by not disclosing the financial source of two mailers sent in the final days of the primary.
Report: Lawmaker gave scholarships to relatives Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:14AMDALLAS—A Dallas congresswoman violated Congressional Black Caucus Foundation rules by awarding scholarship money to four relatives and a top aide's two children, an attorney for the organization said.
Garden helped ‘dying’ man to flourish Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:13AMA ST Helens man, given just four days to live by doctors at St Mary’s Hospital last year, is celebrating after scooping four awards at the village’s summer horticultural show.
MY Guys Made It ... And Yours? Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:13AMI went to sleep every summer night in the late 1970s listening to the radio, waiting for Carl Yastrzemski's next at-bat and Jim Rice's next homer for the Boston Red Sox .That's who I wanted to be,
Grind through the dog days of summer Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:04AMThis is a time of year when fishing can get tough, but just keep grinding it out.
Court makes waves in water Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:04AMVAIL — Cities planning for long-term water supplies are finding their decisions shaped by recent state Supreme Court rulings on what a reasonable water supply looks like.
Pena, Crawford power Rays past Sox Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:04AMST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Carlos Pena and Carl Crawford homered to back James Shields and help Tampa Bay retain a share of first place in the AL East with a 5-3 victory over Boston on Sunday night.
Red Sox: Homer and away for Rays Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:03AMST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Carlos Pena and Carl Crawford homered to back James Shields and help Tampa Bay retain a share of first place in the AL East with a 5-3 victory over Boston last night.
MARKET CLOSE: NZ stocks rise on offshore sentiment Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:58AMAug. 30 (BusinessDesk) – New Zealand stocks rose for the third time in four sessions, following positive sentiment from offshore markets on the back of mildly more positive U.S. GDP data. Australian listed stocks AMP Ltd., Goodman Fielder Ltd., and Westpac ...
Janangelo ready for 2nd shot on LPGA Tour Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:42AMGolfer Liz Janangelo seems to have her personal life in order. The West Hartford native is engaged to former PGA Tour player Jason Caron. Their wedding is scheduled for Jan. 8.
County opposes anti-tax measures Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:39AMThe Arapahoe County Board of Commissioners has joined a growing list of governments and organizations that formally oppose three controversial tax-limitation measures that will appear on Colorado’s November ballot.
Bristol Township Police Reports - Aug. 26 Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:36AMAll information provided by the Bristol Township Police Department
Fairhope Airport Authority secures bond issue Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:31AMThe Fairhope Airport Authority approved an $8.9 million bond issue this week with RBC Bank that will retire the debt on a bond issue from 2007 with Allied Irish Bank used to finance the purchase of 257 acres at the H.L. “Sonny” Callahan Airport.
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Jim Sutton's fishing forecast Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:28AMBest bet It is easier to figure out where not to go this weekend than the other way around. The first nor'easter of the season is on the way, and the forecast calls for winds at 15-20 knots Saturday with seas at 4 to 6 feet and increasing Sunday. So freshwater fishing will be your best bet because the Atlantic will be no bet at all. Everyone's throwing a shrimp net in the St. Johns River right ...
City Council adopts harbor area business plan Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:28AMAfter more than two years in the making, the City Council adopted a comprehensive Harbor Enterprise Business Plan at the Aug. 24 meeting.
’04 CSD candidate returns to the race Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:26AMCliff Loveland said he will bring “S.A.K.E.” to the Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) board if he’s elected this November. He defined the word as “Skills, Ability, Knowledge, Experience.”
Bristol township police reports August 16-19 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 6:01PMAll information courtesy of the Bristol Township Police Department
Six coaches who need to win -- or else Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:59PMOne bad season can put a coach in danger of being fired, and these guys are in a precarious position entering this season. Six coaches who really need some wins. You'll notice a distinctly Big Ten flavor. read more
Mets drop 2-1 game to Bucs Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:56PMThe Record (Hackensack N.J.) Hours before the Mets would go silent on the field against the woeful Pirates, dropping a 2-1 decision to waste the chance to finish off a sweep at PNC Park, Jerry Manuel emerged from his office and shouted across the room for Rod Barajas , dressing at the far end, to come with him.
Rich Rodriguez Looks Forward To A Better 2010 Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 5:55PMMedia Day Sunday Brought Out Questions About What's Next For U-M? The AP Top 25 College Football Pre-Season Poll was release on Sunday and Michigan's team was nowhere near the Top 25.