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Fishing Report Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 11:06PMShad and white perch are showing in the Appomattox and Chickahominy rivers. With the James River water level starting to descend, the water will warm and shad should become a hot catch in the next week or two if the temperature holds. Bloodworms are the bait of choice for white perch. Bass are starting to hit, and crappie are hitting great. Dr. Julie Ball reports everyone is looking for crabs at ...
Cappella Showcase music benefit Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 9:15PMMembers of a Rapid City women's chorus will host live and silent auctions this weekend to help offset travel expenses to Washington, D.C., for a trip that will include performing for military veterans.
Ma's plane safe, China Airlines says Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 8:40PMTAIPEI, Taiwan --Amidst China's order of safety checks on 450 Boeing aircraft due to potentially hazardous tail flaps, China Airlines announced yesterday that President Ma Ying-jeou's charter carrier, a Boeing 737-800 set to deliver the Taiwanese leader to the nation's South Pacific allies this Sunday, is safe for travel.
Lynn Henning: A look at the Tigers' outfield -- present and future Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 8:04PMPresent and future. It is an interesting cast of outfielders the Tigers will field in 2010 -- and beyond -- based upon what's been on display during the past month.
Alpine Lakes Wilderness and Rivers Bill Passes U.S. House of Representatives Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 4:20PMSEATTLE — Supporters of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Additions and the Pratt and Middle Fork Snoqualmie Rivers Protection Act (H.R. 1769 / S. 721) celebrated as the legislation moved closer to final passage.
The shortstops: Nomar, Jeter, A-Rod were long on talent Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 11:38AMNot so long ago virtually any discussion of the best shortstops in baseball included Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez and Nomar Garciaparra.
Taxpayers foot bill for California lawmakers' trips, but nobody knows to where Thursday, March 18, 2010 @ 9:35AMOfficials cite safety concerns in not releasing information
Tigers need 13 to top Xavier Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:23AMThe original plan was for Missouri sophomore pitcher Jeff Emens to get the Tigers out of the ninth inning and give the offense a chance to win the game.
Raiders put perfect season on the line in state regional final Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:07AMThe boys basketball team from Red Hook High School is having some of its best performances of the season, just in time for a run in the state playoffs.
Miller: So long, Rich Mayfield Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:14AMIn this space, SDN columnist Rich Mayfield has staked out his unique perspective for many years. As a former Lutheran pastor, ardent liberal, humorist, philosopher and, to some, great annoyance, Rich tackled some thorny issues over the hundreds of columns he's written in the Daily. He also wrote a great humor column when the fancy struck him - a skill that won him a Colorado Press Association ...
Redskins sign RB Larry Johnson Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:21PMASHBURN - Running back Larry Johnson has signed with the Washington Redskins. Johnson is a two-time Pro Bowl pick who has run for 6,219 yards and 55 touchdowns in eight NFL seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs and Cincinnati Bengals. He also has 154 catches for 1,373 yards and six TDs. Redskins coach Mike Shanahan calls the 6-1, 230-pound Johnson a “physical runner” and a “great addition to our ...
Joe Lemire: With key additions, Yankees primed for another run Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 1:21PMThis spring, SI.com's writers are filing postcards from all 30 camps. To read all the postcards, click here.
How the Air Ambulance saved my life Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:43AMSince the East Anglian Air Ambulance Service first started ten years ago it has been on about 10,000 rescue missions and looked after thousands of sick or injured people.
Young's turning heads, a hopeful sign of spring Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:43PMThe outfielder is looking to put last year's personally sad and professionally trying season behind him.
Bay, Mets can't break through vs. Boston Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:15PMBay, Mets can't break through vs. Boston
Yes, Yukon Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:16PMCanada's best-kept secret hopes to strike tourist gold
McKenzie keeping Reds 'on their toes' Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 9:11PMQueensland coach Ewen McKenzie says the changes he has made to his squad to face the Western Force are largely designed to maintain competition for places in the Reds' line-up.
Lackey, Red Sox cruise past Bay, Mets Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 3:45PMLackey, Red Sox cruise past Bay, Mets
Fishing / hunting report Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:16PMThe week's fishing and hunting highlights from the San Diego region and beyond.
Fishing / Hunting Report 02/24/2010 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:14PMBarrett: Closed to fishing, but will reopen May 1. Reservations will go on sale April 13 through Ticketmaster by phone or online.
What's Happening Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 11:51AMOur weekly list of arts and entertainment events.
Spawning bass offer angling opportunity Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:15PMSpawning bass offer angling opportunity
OUTDOORS: Literature has let catfish off the hook Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:29AMThe fish-related literature is as vast and deep as an ocean, and yet, it occurred to me during a recent fishing trip on the James, somehow that august body of work, from Hemmingway's "The Old Man and the Sea," to W.B. Yeats' "The Fish," contains one glaring omission: the catfish.
Brady declared winner of GOP race Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 10:42PMSPRINGFIELD — More than a month after voters went to the polls, state Sen. Bill Brady was formally declared the winner Friday of the hard-fought Republican primary for governor.
Milestone for scheme that locks out crime Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:46AMA CRIME-BUSTING milestone has been reached by Oldham Council which is set to complete its 400th alleygating scheme. ...
Acadian flag-bearer at Olympics identified Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:28AMAn Acadian hockey fan from Dieppe, N.B., has attracted attention from across the country after last Sunday's gold medal men's final.
Top 28 berths on the line Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:13AMBossier, Many, Plain Dealing and Zwolle all enjoyed a visit to Lafayette's Cajundome last year for the Top 28.
Navtrak Joins with Garmin to Improve Service Fleet Productivity Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:30AMFleet Tracking Service to Provide Job Scheduling and Navigation Solution for Service Fleets With Garmin GPS
Avalanche pull into 1st place tie Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:54AMTHE VILLAGES — The Avalanche moved into a tie for first place with the Canucks by beating them 16-4 victory Wednesday in the National League North Division at Saddlebrook Softball Complex.
Outdoors: Hunting & fishing CalendarOutdo Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:41AMThe Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is bringing its annual convention back to the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. This is the 26th annual RMEF Elk Camp & Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Expo. Elk Camp 2010 will feature the RMEF/Leupold World Elk Calling Championships.
The Uncertainty Factor Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:24AMDoes a new fault line discovery put S.L.O.’s Diablo Canyon Power Plant in jeopardy?
Red Sox are off and slugging Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:12AMFORT MYERS, Fla. — Boof Bonser threw a scoreless inning in his first spring training start in two years, striking out two batters and picking up the win, and the Boston Red Sox beat Boston College 6-1 on Wednesday night in the second game of an exhibition doubleheader. ... - The Associated Press
Similar summer salmon forecasted Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:10AMSummer salmon seasons locally will most likely be very similar to those of last year, according to charter operator/fishing activist Gary Krein of Everett, an annual participant in the “North of Falcon” season-setting process.
Southwest Florida women get gentle lessons on fishing Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 1:28AMFishing can frustrate the most patient people.
OUTDOOR CALENDAR Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:48PMMarch 6-7: Orange County High School Anglers annual sportsman's show. OCHS Hornet Sports Center. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, 10-4. $5 for adults. All county school students can receive a ticket for free admission from their school. For more information call 540/661-4300, ext.1155. March 7: Virginia Trapper's Association District 8 meeting/cookout at 2 p.m., 6706 River Road, Fredericksburg ...
Fishing Salmon River steelhead like picking a fight Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:58PMSALMON, Idaho - In shark movies, the excitement starts when thefin breaks the water.
Outdoors calendar - March 4, 2010 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:47PMMarch 11: Informational meeting on North Country Trail system, 7-8:30 p.m. Sertoma Park shelter, 300 Riverside Park Road. Information on establishing volunteer group to building trail system between Lonetree WMA and Lake Sakakawea State Park. Contact Matt Davis 388-1838 for details.
Into the wild: State park camper cabins Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 4:05PMOn a wintry weekend, a camper cabin at Wild River State Park makes a cozy base for relishing snow and solitude.
Bachmann tells Republicans in Ohio: Put brakes on Obama Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 12:39AMRepresentative urges them to look at federal deficit
Bachmann in Ohio: Put brakes on Obama Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 11:08PMCincinnati-area Republican leaders were hoping Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann would give a red-meat speech to fire up the party faithful tonight.
Bachmann: GOP must stop Obama Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:09PMHamilton County Republican leaders were hoping Minnesota Rep. Michele Bachmann - a conservative with a reputation for stirring it up - would give a red-meat speech to fire up the party faithful Friday night. They got what they had hoped for.
Barajas making most of his opportunity Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 5:26PMBarajas making most of his opportunity
Kinsmen’s Sportsmen’s show gets Trillium grant Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 1:32PMAlthough temperatures are hovering around the freezing mark and many would prefer to stay in by the fire, Walkerton Kinsmen have outdoor sports on the brain.
ONE HUNDRED CLUB Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 11:52AMProp John Hayes is poised to win his 100th cap for Ireland in Saturday's RBS 6 Nations clash with England. Here Press Association Sport looks at the illustrious names he will join in the 100-cap club.
Falcons fly to W Tuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 8:15AMASHTABULA —While consistency is something all coaches love to see from their teams, it always can be something different depending on the talent levels of the players on those teams.
West Virginians to be Honored for Supporting Civil Rights Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 3:43PMA federal judge and newspaper editor, and a former mayor and beauty contestant will be honored for championing the cause for humans rights in West Virginia.
Major Fuse Blows, Leaves Ironton Without Power and Phone Service Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 1:43PMThe city of Ironton is without power, and that's causing some problems for residents as well as emergency personnel.
More WV Troops Heading to Afghanistan Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 1:43PMAbout 275 members of a National Guard unit based in Parkersburg will depart Monday for predeployment training before heading to Afghanistan.
Vehicle Rollover Reported Along I-77 in Sissonville, One Injured Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 1:13PMA person was taken to the hospital after an accident along Interstate 77 in Sissonville.
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Man Hit and Killed by Train Identified Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 1:13PMAn 84-year-old man is dead after being hit by a train in St. Albans.