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Teams of two have target in sights Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 3:47PMIt was a great day for the annual Partners Shoot at the Powell River Rod and Gun Club on Saturday, February 13. The monthly hunter shoots require participants to use their hunting rifle and 20 cartridges. The format changes each month, which makes every shoot a new challenge and great practice. The Partners Shoot was a team effort and a great opportunity to introduce newcomers to the sport as ...
Landry Leads Red Claws To 118-107 Win Over Armor Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 3:46PMPORTLAND, ME - Marcus Landry scored a game-high 34 points for the Red Claws (27-17) in their 118-107 win at home over the Springfield Armor (7-36). The Boston Celtics prospect also grabbed five boards in the game while making eight of ten shots from beyond the arc, a new team record.
Travel calendar: Lincoln in Oakhurst; Fort Bragg whale fest; artisan cheese; more Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 3:22PMEvents and happenings in the world of travel.
Life Of Van Gogh Inspires New Soundtrack, Stage Show Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 2:17PMA New York musician and music producer has created a soundtrack and music videos for some of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous paintings.
Smith puts a spell on batsmen Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 2:13PMBECTIVE-East got a taste of what it’s like to crash out with the line in sight in yesterday’s Bluedog Fences Tamworth first grade final.
Morrison’s the man - High hopes for Souths Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 1:04PMSouths will be aiming for their first Whitney Cup title win since the 2003-04 season, after ending the hopes of Rugby yesterday in the preliminary final played at No.1 Oval.
Souths slaughter Rugby’s batsmen Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 1:04PMJarrod Simpson deserved the wraps put on him by his skipper after a magnificent all-round performance for Souths in the Whitney Cup final.
Fundraiser to benefit food bank Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 7:05AMWith the economy still in a slump, the benefactor of an annual local fundraiser has changed this year.
Community Sports: Community Scoreboard for March 20 Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:59AMBowling North Bend Lanes March 7-13 HIGH GAME Jack-n-Jill -- Randy Rice 227, Karl Daniel 216, Shawn Cook 212; Cassy Vos 233, Andi Morgan 216, Merlyn Wright 189.
Embree back with Red Sox Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:57AMAlan Embree agreed to a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.
Exhibit Review | Keny Galleries: Landscapes celebrate enthusiasm for nature Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:51AMThe oil paintings of Chillicothe artist Alan Gough are precise and lyrical, inspired by his love of southern Ohio.
Do your shoulders need a tune up? Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:23AMThe weather is about to get nice again, and those softball games, golf outings and tennis matches are right around the corner. But many of you are nursing a sore shoulder, and it might be just the right time to get your shoulder “tuned up” before your outdoor activities begin. The shoulder is actually an amazing joint. It allows motion in all sorts of directions, and has the power to throw balls ...
New threat puts Calif. police on heightened alert Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:13AMThe tense atmosphere surrounding a California police department plagued by booby trap attacks has been stepped up a notch following the latest threat against officers.
Carnival full of fun and adventure Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:08AMLOVELAND - Standing in front of a red door at The Ranch, Larimer County's fairgrounds and events complex,4-year-old Kennedy Rhodes had one chance to find the key that would open the lucky door.
On Outdoors: Lake Erie walleye are starting to run Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 6:01AMSpring is here at last! How do I know? Partly by the date, partly by the fact that crocuses and hyacinths are growing, partly by grass greening in my yard, but mostly by the fact the Lake Erie tributary walleye runs are beginning, or will shortly.
Embree Back With Red Sox Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 5:56AMAlan Embree agreed to a minor league contract with the Boston Red Sox on Saturday, returning him to the team he won the 2004 World Series with.
Roddick advances to final at BNP Paribas Sunday, March 21, 2010 @ 5:52AMAndy Roddick outlasted Robin Soderling 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 to make the BNP Paribas Open final for the first time after failing to get past the semis in his three previous trips to the desert. The American will play for the title today against Ivan Ljubicic of Croatia, who rode his big serve to a 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (1) victory over defending champion
Americans Back Kennedy Appointment by Small Margin Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:31PMAmericans nationwide lean more for than against the appointment of Caroline Kennedy to fill Hillary Clinton’s New York senate seat, 45% to 36%. But those in the East are more likely to want someone else named, 43% to 38%.
MSSU policy goes to committee Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:24PMA committee made up of members of Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Governors and President Bruce Speck has been directed to explore changes to the university’s nondiscrimination policy that would include protection for gay and lesbian students and faculty.
Bass fishing good at Saddle Creek Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:21PMPublished: Friday, March 19, 2010 at 8:26 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, March 19, 2010 at 8:26 a.m. Monday was a beautiful, cool Florida day. It was the day I decided to take my kayak and try out the fishing at Saddle Creek Park.
Feast for the eyes: A baker's dozen of new picture books for kids Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:17PMKids' books: A roundup of new picture books includes Carl, the baby-sitting Rottweiler; Chester, the hilariously egotistical cat; Captain Small Pig, who heads out in rowboat with his friends; and more.
Klapisch: A-Rod's spring breakthrough Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:14PMTAMPA, Fla. – Hand on his heart, Alex Rodriguez says he has no emotional investment in spring training — it’s nothing more than a seven-week workout, designed only to deliver him to opening day’s doorstep.
Americans: Burris Should Be Blocked, Special Election Held Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:13PMA Monday night poll found 51% of Americans saying the Senate should block Roland Burris -- embattled Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s appointee -- from filling the state’s open U.S. Senate seat. Given a choice, Americans are most likely to prefer a special election (52%) to fill the vacancy.
NCAA: Spartans come to Heathcote this time Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:07PMSpokane resident Jud Heathcote is in the fourth row behind the Michigan State bench. The 82-year-old who coached Magic Johnson to the NCAA championship in 1979 wasn't planning to make his annual trip with the Spartans during the NCAA tournament because he didn't feel up to it.
NCAA: Oklahoma State, Gonzaga lead at half Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:07PMOklahoma State leads Georgia Tech 36-31 at the break, thanks to its ability to hang onto the ball. The Cowboys committed just three first-half turnovers.
NCAA: Krzyzewski cruising to NCAA win No. 71 Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:06PMMike Krzyzewski looks like he'll be adding to his win total of 71 in the NCAA tournament, with the Blue Devils comfortably ahead of Arkansas Pine-Bluff.
NCAA: New Mexico State coach hit with technical Friday, March 19, 2010 @ 9:06PMNew Mexico State coach Marvin Menzies got hit with a technical foul, and the Aggies could use something _ even a technical _ to wake them up. They trail Michigan State 37-22.
Brewing tensions between the Tea Party and GOP Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:52AMMANISTEE, Mich./WACO, Texas/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Some Tea Partiers say they can pinpoint the precise moment when they made it clear to the Republican Party they had no intention of being its lapdog.
The Detective's Wife , From Steady Rain 's Huff, Will Premiere in IL; Griffin to Direct Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:49AMWriters' Theatre in Glencoe, IL, will present two world premieres, plus revivals of She Loves Me and Heartbreak House in 2010-11.
Anyone's guess how this game plays out Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:47AMPittsburgh vs. Boston preview from game played on March 18, 2010
Medical alert bracelets get form to go with function Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:44AMYou can have a brilliant idea—roller skates for cats, for example—but if the public doesn't buy into it, the idea is worthless. Take medical alert jewelry.
Forget Health Care: Big Issue For Voters Is Financial Reform Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:32AM"This is the really compelling issue for most Americans," says the head of a consumer group. " We just had our financial lives wrecked by the financial crisis and picked up the tab for it."
Murdered stepmother, Lewisporte man admits Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:30AMA young man told a central Newfoundland court Thursday that he shot and killed his stepmother.
This Weeks Events Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:26AMMar. 18-Apr. 10 - "In Focus" photography show, MadDog Gallery, Mon.-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mar. 18 - Viking Track, Challis at Salmon Icebreaker - Salmon H.S., 2 p.m.
George Van Zant: Learn from my mistake: Using mislabeled test line could cost you Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:13AMThe organization that takes care of the listings of world record fish is the International Game Fish Association (IGFA).
Sperling running for magistrate judge Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:11AMLAS CRUCES - Gary Sperling, a Las Cruces resident with 25 years of experience in the criminal justice system and management, has announced his candidacy for magistrate judge, Division 3.
Devils sweep season series against Pens Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 10:10AMNEWARK, N.J. — Patrik Elias scored a breakaway goal and set up another for the New Jersey Devils, who beat the sloppy Pittsburgh Penguins, 5-2 on Wednesday night, and completed a six-game season sweep of their Atlantic Division rivals.
Authorities: Buena terror suspect used prayer as ruse Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 3:09AMSAN'A, Yemen -- An al-Qaida suspect from South Jersey detained in Yemen fooled his hospital guards into unshackling him by asking to join them for prayers, security officials said. He then killed a guard who laid down his weapon as he went ahead at prayer time.
Caldwell-West Caldwell School District waits on state aid numbers Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:57AMWEST CALDWELL TWP. – The grades K-12 district is armed with four budget possibilities to response to Gov. Chris Christie’s state aid numbers expected Tuesday, March 16.
County, city voting on revenue use this week Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:50AMEditor's note: This is the second in a series, Lucky to be a Live! County, about the financial impact of Indiana Live! on Shelby County government.
West Virginia - Team Notes Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:42AMWest Virginia was hoping to land a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament and when the bids came out, the Mountaineers were disappointed not only to be a No. 2 seed but to be the third No. 2 seed. West Virginia is playing in the Eastern Regional at Buffalo, drawing Morgan State in the opening round.
Say hi to Mario and Rod! Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:32AMIt's the Tigers' spring television debut! Oh, sure, they've been on MLB Network -- which we hear is a real channel somewhere north of 700 on the dial. But this is the good stuff: 1 p.m. against the Blue Jays on Fox Sports Detroit. FSD announcers Mario Impemba and Rod Allen will be manning the mikes ... and Opening Day will feel that much closer at hand.
NJ-born Al-Qaida suspect tricked, killed guard Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:27AMAn American al-Qaida suspect detained in Yemen fooled his hospital guards into unshackling him by asking to join them for prayers, security officials said today. He then killed a guard who laid down his weapons as he went ahead at prayer time.
Robby ready to shoulder No. 5 spot Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:21AMBRADENTON, Fla. -- The time has come for Robinson Cano to add his enormous hitting talent to the meat of the Yankees' batting order. Ever since arriving in the big leagues on May 3, 2005, the sweet- swinging Cano has been comfort ably surrounded and protected by the likes of...
Leeds United: Time to press on and finish the job - Hay Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:19AMLeeds United's season ticket prices were published last week with the express intention that the club's supporters will invest their money in 23 Championship fixtures. (13/03/2010 07:00:00)
NET hosting Inspire Nebraska Campaign events in Central Nebraska Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 2:18AMNET will launch its Inspire Nebraska Campaign in Central Nebraska with three events in April.
News Briefs Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:35AM10th annual police and fire awards The Maumelle Rotary Club will honor Maumelle police and firefighters on Friday at the Maumelle Country Club beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 and go toward the Rod Dyer Memorial Fund which helps the family of any fallen police office or fire fighter.
Outdoors calendar Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:32AMThe Rib Mountain Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society will hold its 25th anniversary Sportsmens Banquet at the Rose Garden, 131 West Thomas, in Wausau, beginning with a reception party at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Phillies infield is very good, but New York Yankees are better Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:31AMThe Philadelphia Phillies infield is very good, but is not in the same class as the New York Yankees.
Torture in Afghanistan common, U.S. report says Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 4:20AMTorture and other serious abuses remain commonplace in Afghanistan prisons, says the U.S. State Department's 2009 report on Afghan human rights.