Pack keeping state's pride aliveFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:23AMIf there wasn't enough pressure on N.C. State to salvage something from an otherwise forgettable season by making some kind of a run in the ACC tournament, the Wolfpack's in-state rivals piled some on Thursday.
New Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit brings the Bible to lifeFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:22AMThe new Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition at the Science Museum of Minnesota in St. Paul evokes strong emotions and a sense of connection from generation to generation.
TC unveils state basketball title bannerThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:00PMSarah Brennan and Colette Eule dreamt of unveiling a state championship banner in the Tampa Catholic gymnasium. Thursday, that dream came true.
Rested Buckeyes head for Big Ten tourneyThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 10:50PMCOLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — There are lots of players who don't like conference tournaments. Ohio State's Evan Turner isn't one of them.
Als continue NOSSA runThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:33PMEven a 1-0 loss in the regional (NOSSA) girls' A/AA championship couldn't wipe the smiles off the faces of the Lively Hawks. By virtue of qualifying for the final against College Notre-Dame, the Hawks assured themselves a first-time event in the history of the school.[...]
American Legion Post plans to meet for first timeThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:07PMThe American Legion Gilmer Post 320 is establishing roots to make an impact in the community. “We will have our first formal meeting 6:30 p.m., Monday March 15 at the Disabled American Veteran Post, 1115 N. Hwy 271, Gilmer. We will be electing officers at this meeting,” said Cmdr. Linda Reed.
Drinking in Boston: The "St." Stands for StoutThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:14PMRemember what you drank last St. Patty’s Day? No? That’s distressing but not surprising. Odds are, though, that if you weren’t guzzling something “lite” dyed green, you were having yourself a stout. What kind of stout, do you suppose? For Guinness is not the only one out there; in fact, it’s not even the only Irish example. But first, what makes a stout? They are easily recognizable from their ...
Canadian MLB players primed for impact yearThursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:47PMAs the boys of summer prepare for the upcoming MLB season, the ones north of the border are sure to get some extra attention.
Montford I-26 Working Group gets revision updateMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:18PMASHEVILLE — Members of the Montford I-26 Working Group met with members of the Asheville Design Center’s (ADC) I-26 Task Force on March 5 to learn details about a meeting in late February between the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), City of Asheville staff, and representatives from the ADC regarding the I-26 connector.
Can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, March 8Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:10AMFollowing is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunitiesfrom nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided bylocal nonprofit agencies.
The 2010 Oscars -- As It HappenedMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:12AMLOS ANGELES (AFP) - Welcome to AFP's live report on the 2010 Oscars.
Eagles' QB situation is like whirlwindMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:38AMAre you tired yet? I'm tired. Even without a medical degree, I'm pretty sure the fatigue is owed to going in circles for an extended period.
The 2010 Oscars -- As It HappenedMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:08AMWelcome to AFP's live report on the 2010 Oscars. A crush of stars in all their finery are beginning to descend on Hollywood?s Kodak Theatre for the movie industry?s biggest night out.
Expand becomes Master Distributor for the Rololight Integration productMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:49AMExpand, the world leading manufacturer of banner stands, pop-up displays and graphic holders for event marketing and trade shows, is pleased to announce it has partnered with Rololight® Corp, the inventor of portable booth backlighting and producer of rollable lighting products. As a result, Expand will act as master distributor for the patented Rololight® Integration product line for the ...
Banner Printing: Fast and Convenient Service through DPSBanners.comMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:05AMBanners, whether small or large, have become a staple in most business advertising campaigns. Choosing a banner printing service should be hassle free, quick and convenient. A client should also be able to select from quality choices and receive the same quality when they receive their order. Digital Pre-Press Services delivers on all of these aspects of banner printing services and more.
Oscars -- LIVE REPORTSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:58PM9:40pm in Los Angeles: And it's over. As many predicted, the night belonged to "The Hurt Locker". The little-seen, modestly budgeted Iraq war drama scooped six Oscars, including best picture and director. It's probably the lowest-grossing best picture winner in Academy history while Bigelow becomes the first woman to take home the directing Oscar.
Tips catch a break, plus reader pollSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:27PMWell, the Tips got a little unlikely help tonight. A short-handed Seattle Thunderbirds team upset Tri-City 4-3 tonight. That means Everett has U.S. Division and Western Conference destiny in its own hands.
Tea party candidates falling shortSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:21PMFrom its loud and highly visible protests at summer congressional town hall meetings to its September march on the streets of Washington, the tea party movement has left a profound mark on the American political landscape since it burst onto the scene a year ago.
Walcott keeps Arsenal in hunt for top spotSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:11PMTheo Walcott silenced his critics with a fine goal as Arsenal closed in on the top of the Barclays Premier League after a 3-1 win over relegation-threatened Burnley. Related Stories Wenger stands by his criticism of Shawcross tackle Jose Reina and Javier Mascherano close to signing new Liverpool contracts Ferguson rage at Capello over Wayne Rooney Scholes' late strike puts Manchester United back ...
'Jacks Get to 40 Wins AgainSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:42PM`JACKS TRACKS: As the first place, league-leading Lumberjacks launched their 13-games' schedule for the month of March, the rich-winning, tradition-steeped franchise attained yet another remarkable milestone in its story glory history.
UN chief to visit quake-hit Chilean citySaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:30AMUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was to visit the earthquake-struck Chilean city of Concepcion on Saturday as new fears spread among Chileans following three strong aftershocks.
Fears spread in ChileSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:06AMNew fears have spread among Chileans following three strong aftershocks in the earthquake-struck city.
Fears spread as Chile is rattled by strong aftershocksCoSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:47AMUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was to visit this earthquake-struck Chilean city Saturday to assess its needs as new fears spread among Chileans following three strong aftershocks.
Chile rattled by strong aftershocks as UN chief visitsSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:21AMCONSTITUCION, Chile - Three strong aftershocks Friday spread new fears among Chileans traumatized by a huge quake and tsunami, as visiting UN chief Ban Ki-moon pledged 10 million US dollars in emergen...
Grieving wife now champion for police familiesFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:25PMAttorney Renee Maher, the first executive director of the Coalition of Metropolitan Police and Sheriffs, is a widow whose police officer husband was killed in 2003. She has lobbied lawmakers in Olympia to pass legislation important to law enforcement.
Pa. teens help raise awareness of "R" wordFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:12PMALLENTOWN, Pa.—How many times have you referred to someone or something as "retarded"? It's OK to be honest.
Fears spread as Chile rattled by strong aftershocksFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:38PMCONSTITUCION, Chile : UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was to visit this earthquake-struck Chilean city on Saturday to assess its needs as new fears spread among Chileans following three strong aftershocks.
Charlotte Philby returns to Moscow in search of her grandfather Kim PhilbyFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:52PMThe shiny black 4x4 rumbles slowly through the graveyard. Heavy blankets of snow have settled across the plains of Moscow, and either side of our track, the ground is a brilliant white. The two men in...
Chile rattled by strong aftershocks as UN chief visitsFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:42PMThree strong aftershocks Friday spread new fears among Chileans traumatized by a huge quake and tsunami, as visiting UN chief Ban Ki-moon pledged 10 million dollars in emergency aid.
The spy who loved me: Charlotte Philby returns to Moscow in search of her grandfather Kim PhilbyFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:05PMThe shiny black 4x4 rumbles slowly through the graveyard. Heavy blankets of snow have settled across the plains of Moscow, and either side of our track, the ground is a brilliant white. The two men in the front seat – my guards of honour – peer out in silence, squinting their eyes against the sunlight as it pours in through the canopy of trees above.
Football. Plenty of Excitement Awaits on Hall of Fame WeekendThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:01PMThe temperatures in Orlando might still feel like winter but spring will be here shortly and it is never too soon to start making your plans for UCF's annual Hall of Fame Weekend, April 16-18.
CNY Central Athlete: Zach ColemanThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:21PMIt’s Coleman’s first year on the varsity squad, and he has been dangerous for opposing defenses.
Russia's Olympic flop sparks Soviet nostalgiaThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:08PMAnger and Soviet nostalgia are sweeping Russia after its dismal showing at the Vancouver Olympics, triggering a purge of sporting officials in an effort to prevent another humiliation when the nation hosts the Winter games in Sochi in 2014.
Richmond boys: A courage to continueThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:02AMAUGUSTA — So close, and yet so far. And, yes, they will continue to lay the bricks of a foundation, solid in sportsmanship, strong in honor, passionate to a fault.
Austrian Economics and Classical LiberalismThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:46AMClassical liberalism — which we shall call here simply liberalism — is based on the conception of civil society as, by and large, self-regulating when its members are free to act within very wide bounds of their individual rights.
Batavia Notre Dame's Mike Rapone becomes Section V's winningest coachThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:04AMWith Wednesday's win, Rapone passed former Bishop Kearney and Cardinal Mooney coach Ed Nietopski. Also: Buzzer-beater is talk of local hoops H.S. basketball galleries Batavia N.D. vs. Arkport boys Rush-Henrietta vs. Gates Chili boys Fairport vs. Wilson boys Sutherland vs. Mendon boys
Greece to issue new 10-year bondThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:51AMGreece says it will issue a new 10-year bond, a sale financial markets will watch closely to gauge the depth of the country's debt crisis.
Greece to issue new 10-year bondThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:34AMGreece to issue new 10-year government bond a day after announcing new austerity cuts
1951: Magic in McLeanThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:56AM[A picture of two high school girls basketball players jumping for a ball highlights the state basketball tournament page on the University Interscholastic League Web site.
UC students protest tuition hikeThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:55AMBy: Saba Hamedy “Tomorrow is the day.” This was the first line in mass email sent to University of California-Santa Cruz students by the UCSC Strike Committee on Wednesday. ...
Union activists occupy finance ministry in AthensThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:48AMMembers of a labor union occupied Greece's finance ministry building in central Athens early Thursday, hanging a massive banner from the top to protest harsh new austerity measures designed to