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Defending state champ Dunnellon handles Palatka Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:41AMIf a win was in the cards for Palatka High School's softball team on Wednesday night, that would have been more than all right to the Panthers and coach Rick Breed.
Spring has sprung! Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:41AMDespite myriad snowstorms at the end of February and the massive mounds of the white stuff piled around the field, the first major spring sports game of the year in New Jersey was held on Saturday, Feb. 27, at Princeton University’s Class of 1952 Stadium, where the home-standing Princeton men’s lacrosse contingent topped Hofstra in a shootout, 17-14. Among the leaders in that high-scoring outing ...
Woodbury's revenge Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:41AMSame venue. Same opponent. Only this time around the Woodbury High School boys' basketball team didn't let it slip away.
Bad Axe Public Schools budget in better shape Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:40AMBAD AXE — In November after this school district received word that the state would cut per-pupil funding by $165, the district’s budget showed expenditures exceeding revenues by more than $300,000.
The Energy Institute at Haas Presents the 15th Annual POWER Conference on Energy Research and Policy Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 6:39AMThis year's POWER conference features a convergence of researchers, regulators, and energy consultants.
Katy Sojka resigns as Lo-Ma Principal Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:11PMAt a special meeting March 3, the Logan-Magnolia School Board approved the resignation of junior/senior high principal Katy Sojka.
Rhoades' widow testifies in vehicular homicide trial Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:10PMLeaning forward and speaking in a loud, clear voice, the widow of state Sen. James Rhoades testified in court Wednesday about riding in the car with her husband on the evening of the crash that led to his death.
Brodt remembered as grande dame Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:10PMFAIRMONT - Marnie Brodt was known for her elegant air, her inquisitive nature, her love for her hometown and passion for the arts. A small woman with a large personality, Brodt passed away Feb. 16 at Goldfinch Estates in Fairmont. "She was the grande dame of Martin County," said fellow arts patron Tom Dodge.
Tommy Knox blanks Cougars Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:10PMLOWELL - Tommy Knox and Catholic Memorial did just enough last night to earn a championship date with a rival they've...
Open enrollment tabled at school board meeting Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMThe Minot Public School Board tabled discussion Wednesday on whether to approve new open enrollments into the school district for the 2010-2011 school year until later in the month.
Desmond Tutu, Insisting We Are 'Made For Goodness' Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMThe South African cleric and human-rights activist Desmond Tutu joins Renee Montagne to reflect on his long life and his lasting message about forgiveness and reconciliation. His new book, Made for Goodness, is an explanation of his personal sense of spirituality and an invitation to share in his beliefs about the basic goodness of humanity.
If You Want to Screw Ghana, At least Use A Condom! Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMA Straight –Up Request: If You Want to Screw Ghana, At least Use A Condom! YEP, IF YOU WANT to rape Ghana and start cashing in on her misery at least use a condom and be more humane because we’re destroying the nation inside out.
Search continues for missing 19-year-old Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMWhen a missing boater call goes out, every available agency jumps in to assist in a possible rescue situation. But when efforts turn to recovery, only a few are left to carry out the gruesome task. In the hours following the disappearance of...
Sports briefs: Masoli faces burglary charge Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMMasoli and Embry face arraignment in Lane County Circuit Court tomorrow. A fraternity member reported that Masoli and Embry stole two computers and a guitar from the Sigma Alpha Epsilon house on Jan. 25. Jones was a star at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney but admitted two years ago that she had taken a designer steroid known as the “clear” and was stripped of her medals, including three golds. She ...
A present you can’t see Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 9:01AMIn this year of lean Christmases across the nation, one Telluride group was spared a difficult decision by a holiday surprise.
Philippines project Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 9:00AMSouthampton students help build a school out of old shipping containers in one of the most deprived areas of the Philippines.
Board to take $1.3 million out of Barrie high schools Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:58AMThe Simcoe County District School Board is poised to push the hold button on an elevator for Barrie North – a move that could stall the accessibility project for more than a year, says Barrie trustee Mary Anne Wilson.
CAPITAL CULTURE: Palin candidate, pundit, celeb? Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:58AMFor more than a year, Sarah Palin has been one of the most famous political and cultural figures in the country. Even by that standard, though, last week was an extraordinary one.
Trail Blazers seek to put confusion behind them Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:58AMNate McMillan said the biggest take-home point from his team’s 118-106 drubbing Sunday at the hands of the Denver Nuggets came down to one word: confusion.
Post recession, a new era of consumer caution arises Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:57AMA year after the Dow reached a 12-year low, investors and consumers are warier and thriftier. Such traits can take root for the long haul when a generation gets truly scared about finances.
Lawrence leaving county council Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:57AMAfter 12 years of representing Ward 7, Coun. Glen Lawrence is retiring from municipal politics. Come this fall, Lawrence will make a return to contracting.[...]
Alameda County notebook: No. 1 trend is that upsets abound Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:17PMFive of the eight top seeds failed to win titles in hoops
Nuggets' Martin expected back before end of year Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:15PMThe team announced Monday that Martin will begin platelet rich plasma therapy, a treatment which uses a patient's own blood components to stimulate healing.
Legislators hopeful about end of session Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:13PMANDERSON — As the session winds down, local legislators are optimistic that important legislation will get passed before the recess on March 14.
After 10 Years of Service, Dr. Michael Horowitz Announces Transition from Chicago School of Professional Psychology ... Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:13PMSearch for Eighth President of TCSPP Underway, Dr. Horowitz to Serve Full Time as CEO of TCS Education System CHICAGO, March 8 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a series of campus forums and letters to students this month, Dr.
Delaney could trade classroom for bullpen Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:13PMFORT MYERS, Fla. — When a fellow teacher needs a sub at Pascack Valley High School , in Hillsdale, N.J., Robin Delaney knows just the person to call. If it's not baseball season, she's quick to recommend her son, Twins relief prospect Rob Delaney.
Sammamish Police to target speeding near school on 228th Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:12PMConcerned by frequent reports that motorists were ignoring speed limits outside Discovery Elementary School on 228th Avenue, Sammamish Police will be conducting random traffic patrols in the area until the end of the school year.
Harrisburg schools' elected board blasts contracts approved by board of control Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:12PMSeveral members of the Harrisburg School District’s elected school board blasted the district’s board of control Monday night, accusing current members of locking the elected board into contracts.
SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: Fort Payne edges Plainview Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:10PMThe Fort Payne High School softball team has shown some resiliency in the early weeks of the 2010 season. The Lady Wildcats scored three runs in the seventh inning Thursday and handed Plainview at 4-3 setback at Fort Payne.
China to Nullify Loan Guarantees by Local Governments (Update2) Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:50AMChina plans to nullify all guarantees local governments have provided for loans taken by their financing vehicles as concerns about credit risks on such debt increases.
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP: For quake victim, âcaring came very easilyâ Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:48AMChristine Marie Gianacaci, who died in the Jan. 12 earthquake in Haiti, was remembered Saturday morning as a compassionate and caring young woman.
With money at stake, grade-inflation issue gains new attention Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:48AMLITTLE ROCK — It’s been nine years since the Arkansas Legislature first passed a law requiring schools to look at the issue of grade inflation, but lately the issue has received an unprecedented amount of attention thanks to a new development.
Saving the Summer Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:48AMWith all of the severe weather and snow days in the East this year, the Save Our Summers law is restricting how schools meet state requirements.
Can I get class credit for a trip? Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:46AMWhat if your high school junior earned credits toward graduation by going on a cruise and writing a research paper about the trip? Under Ohio's new credit flexibility plan, that's not so far-fetched.
HOPEWELL VALLEY: Parents take aim at hoops program Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:46AMSchool officials have responded to strong criticism of the Central High boys basketball program and boys varsity basketball coach, Tony Mormile, with an offer to meet with concerned parents.
Elvain School set to close Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:46AMThe Elvian School will close at the end of the summer term after attempts to secure alternative funding to redevelop the school failed.
Low test scores mean Totem Middle School principal likely leaving Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 4:43AMMARYSVILLE — A longtime principal is expected to be ousted Monday as the Marysville School Board grapples with new federal regulations that provide extra money but demand overhauls at schools with low test scores.
Tough 1st day in A.C. Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:19AMATLANTIC CITY It was a good news, bad news night for Pennsville Memorial High School 160-pounder Kenny Emmons at the NJSIAA State Wrestling Individual Championships on Friday night at Boardwalk Hall.
Paulsboro one step closer to title Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:19AMPAULSBORO Tiaja Harrold wants a South Jersey championship jacket. Lavon Childress would settle for just a championship. The two Paulsboro High School girls basketball players may each end up getting their wish.
Team fights well at championship Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:18AMFebruary was a busy month for Brooks Thunderbirds senior boys’ basketball team.
Deptford rallies in revenge game Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:18AMDEPTFORD TWP. The Deptford High School girls basketball team erased the memories of last year's playoff loss to Ocean City and then some, as the No. 2 Spartans came back from a 13-point deficit at the start of the third quarter to beat the sixth-seeded Red Raiders, 51-45, in a South Jersey Group III semifinal Friday night.
Lady Jays shut down Bolivar at districts Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:16AMIn recent history, the Marshfield High School Lady Jays and the Bolivar Lady Liberators have had some classic battles, including the 2008 Class 4 District 9 championship game that saw Bolivar advance to the state tournament and win the state title.
Jays one and done at districts Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:16AMLast season, the Marshfield High School Blue Jays basketball team lost to West Plains in the play-in game of the Class 4 District 10 Tournament, held at Marshfield. This season, a five-game winning streak at the end of the season kept the Jays from having to participate in the play-in game.
Third time’s not the charm for Lady Jays in district championship Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:16AMFor the third time in as many years, the Marshfield High School Lady Jays advanced to the Class 4 District 10 Tournament championship game.
Utica Schools struggle to accomodate growing population of students Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:15AMUTICA, March 5, 2010 -- As a rising budget with less aid looms over the Utica City School District, so does an influx of new students and additonal services.
SOUTHEASTERN CONFERENCE BASKETBALL: Wildcats' women knock off Auburn in SEC tournament Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:13AMDULUTH, Ga. -- Kentucky coach Matthew Mitchell realized he hardly helped Victoria Dunlap last week.
Fishermen appeal to state officials Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:13AMJonathan Robinson, a county commissioner and commercial fishermen, tells state officials Wednesday at a meeting at Core Sound Waterfowl Museum on Harkers Island regulations are making it hard for fishermen to make a living.
Community Notes Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:00PMDugger Lodge # 721 F&AM will meet March 18. Work in EA degree at 7 p.m. Visiting brethren welcome. Linton Masonic Lodge #560 F&AM will have a called meeting on the E.A. Degree March 11. Dinner at 6 p.m. with degree work at 7 p.m.. All Masons are welcome to attend.
Curtain call costly but a great community affair Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:00PMIndiana's oldest continuously running professional summer theatre, Shawnee Theatre, was featured at Thursday's luncheon meeting of the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce.
Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day Highlights: Deckers Outdoor, School Specialty, Paccar, Verizon and AT&T Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:00PMCHICAGO----Zacks Equity Research highlights Deckers Outdoor as the Bull of the Day and School Specialty the Bear of the Day. In addition, Zacks Equity Research provides analysis on Paccar , Verizon and AT&T .