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US News ranks high schools Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:48AMRiverside High School in Oakland is among 47 Iowa high schools included in the 2010 America’s Best High Schools project by U.S. News and World Report.
Spearman Junior High is recognized by TEA Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:48AMSpearman Junior High is pleased to announce that they have been recognized by TEA as a Title I, Part A Distinguished Performance School.
This Week in Vermillion City Pool League Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:46AMThe frigid cold has let up for the time being and a more civil temperature has prevailed. The new semester is on at the university and the 2010 part of our pool season has commenced.
Surprised students give Richards Olympic welcome Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:46AMKristi Richards couldn’t wipe the grin off her face if she tried
Area news in brief Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:45AMHOUMA – A 23-year-old from Houma faces a second-degree cruelty to juvenile charge for fracturing her son's leg, police said.
Photo Gallery: Minor Hockey Week Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:45AMEdmonton's finest young players took part in the annual Minor Hockey Week from January 15 to 24.[...]
Andre Dawson says Hall of Fame will induct him as Expo, despite preference to go in as a Cub Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:45AMCHICAGO (AP) — Andre Dawson will be inducted into the Hall of Fame as a Montreal Expo, despite his preference to go in as a Chicago Cub.
Davos 2010: Soros attacks 'tone deaf' banker resisting Obama's reforms Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:45AMThe financier blasted "tone deaf" bankers for resisting President Obama's reforms.
Dawson will don Expos cap at Cooperstown Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:44AMThe baseball hall of fame has ended the debate over what cap Andre Dawson will wear at Cooperstown.
Swan fears Snowy outlook Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 9:44AMCharlie Swan expects Snowy Morning to prove hard to beat for One Cool Cookie in the Kinloch Brae Chase at Thurles. Related Stories Bobsleigh pair make history for Ireland Double delight for O'Loughlin Dubs call Fennell despite transfer row Tipperary defend Evans' dual role O'Driscoll targets more Grand Slam glory
US loses to Honduras 3-1 in World Cup warmup Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:46PMThe United States opened its 2010 schedule of World Cup warmups with a resounding thud.
Title a big deal for Lockport's Oster Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:45PMOne might think that after winning the Class 3A state title at 119 pounds last year, Lockport's Jameson Oster wouldn't put much stock in a conference championship. Anyone who thinks that certainly doesn't know Oster. Oster scored a 13-5 major decision over Kevin Moylan, of Stagg, in the 125-pound title bout at the SouthWest Suburban Conference championships Saturday at Joliet Central and couldn ...
'Cash For Gold' firms probed by watchdog Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:43PMThe consumer watchdog is investigating the booming 'cash for gold' industry to make sure companies buying people's jewellery are not breaking the law.
White, Clark win again at US Grand Prix Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:43PMShaun White put together a nearly flawless run for the second straight night to capture the U.S. Snowboarding Grand Prix on Saturday and stake a claim as a heavy gold medal favorite in next month's Olympics.
Lopez knocks out Luevano to win featherweight belt Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:42PMJuan Manuel Lopez knocked out Steven Luevano in the seventh round Saturday night, using a brutal left hook to claim the WBO title in the main event of a featherweight doubleheader.
White, Clark headline US halfpipe team Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:41PMShaun White, Kelly Clark lead US halfpipe team
For New Orleans Saints and their fans, the time has come Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:41PMThe Who Dat Nation is eager to see if the Saints can end years of frustration with their first Super Bowl berth
Illegal gold miners freeze to death in China Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:40PMSix men and a woman who had been illegally prospecting in remote mountains near the Mongolian border froze to death in a blizzard, China's Xinhua news agency said Sunday.
Lean times come to Missouri parks w/ state park locator map Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:38PMLIBERAL, Mo. — On a chilly Saturday morning, just after breakfast, David and Claudia Mundell stopped amid the rolling sea of bluestem and bison known as Prairie State Park. Rain had made trails muddy, and the couple ventured only a short way from the visitors center, but as they did they were greeted by the honking of geese flying overhead.
Herald Scotland Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:05AMFormer Rangers star Arthur Numan was on hand to cut the ribbon at the official opening of the Teenage Cancer Trust Unit at Yorkhill Sick Kids’ Hospital.
Local women's hockey player's Olympic dream comes true Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:04AMSEATTLE — As a younger girl, Karen Thatcher dreamed of playing in the National Hockey League. She was a good player — playing against boys, no less — and with all the bright optimism of youth she figured, why not?
Matsui backs games between Japan, MLB champions Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:04AMPublished: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 5:10 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 5:10 a.m. TOKYO - World Series MVP Hideki Matsui likes the idea of games between the World Series and Japan Series champions even though he may be retired by the time such a matchup takes place.
Wednesday's gossip column Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:02AMJo linked with West Ham switch, plus other rumours
Holman earns nod as Lathrop police chief Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:01AMLATHROP – San Joaquin County Sheriff Steve Moore on Tuesday announced the appointment of Sheriff’s Captain Eric Holman as Lathrop’s new police chief.
El Rey: Manteca’s grand dame in 1937 Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:00AMIt was the grand dame of Manteca. Built at a cost of $110,000 at the height of the Depression, the El Rey Theatre opened in the 100 block of East Yosemite Avenue in downtown Manteca with great fanfare on April 15, 1937. The 900-seat, air-conditioned theatre dubbed “The House of Courtesy” was complete with tiled bathroom floors and art on the walls and ceilings accented with gold leaf. Its ...
SynapSense Earns Top Honor in SearchDataCenter.Com's 2009 Product of the Year Awards Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:00AMFOLSOM, Calif.----SynapSense™ Corporation today announced its industry-leading Data Center Monitoring and Energy Management solution has earned top honors in SearchDataCenter.com’s 2009 Product of the Year Awards.
Apex Resources Group Inc. (Pink Sheets APXR.PK) Reports That the National Energy Board (NEB) Announced That They Will ... Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 3:00AMOn January 6, 2010, the National Energy Board announced that they will hear final arguments on the proposed 1,220-kilometer long gas pipeline along the Northwest Territories' Mackenzie Valley in mid-April.
Yen, Dollar Rise as China Curbs Bank Lending; Stocks Decline Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:59AMJan. 20 (Bloomberg) -- The yen and dollar rose on concern China’s moves to curb bank lending will slow the global economic recovery.
Downtown 7-11 Robbed Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:56AMDOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles police detectives are asking for the public’s help in solving a robbery that occurred at a Downtown 7-11 convenience store just after midnight this morning, January 18.
This birthday, Maya Memsaab turns Samaritan Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:05PMUttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati has turned into a good samaritan on her 54th birthday this year. No more diamond-studded tiaras and gold and silver jewellery as gifts for Maya. Instead, a monthly dole for Uttar Pradesh's poorest of the poor.
Health Kansas Announces Essay Contest Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:05PMHealthyKansas is again sponsoring the Sunflower State Games essay contest.
SilverCrest Updates Santa Elena Mine Construction Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:05PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - 01/15/10) - SilverCrest Mines Inc. (the "Company") (TSX-V: SVL - News ) is pleased to report that mine construction activities at its 100% owned Santa Elena mine located in Sonora, Mexico are progressing on schedule and currently under budget. Santa Elena will be a high grade gold and silver, open pit heap leach mine that is expected to make its initial ...
Halton Women’s Place gala Feb. 27 Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:04PMHalton Women’s Place’s upcoming annual gala will be an even more entertaining affair following the announcement that Entertainment Tonight Canada’s Rick Campanelli will be the event’s master of ceremonies.
Ski resort financing Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:04PMThe lure of skiing creates strange and interesting partners.
H.S. ROUNDUP (1/14/10): Lockport bowlers sweep Niagara Falls at Brandt’s Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:03PMLockport High School bowlers got 700-plus series’ from members of both their boys and girls bowling teams on Thursday, sweeping Niagara Falls in a Niagara Frontier League match at historic Allie Brandt Lanes.
Don’t Miss This Program: What You Don’t Know Can Harm Your Child Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:02PMThe Port Washington School District has been the sponsor of the Safety and Substance Abuse Task Force for more than 20 years. This group, made up of school district staff, parents and professionals works hard to keep students safe and to fight against drug and alcohol abuse. Parents need guidance to learn how to recognize warning signals of drug and alcohol use and how to talk to their children ...
U.S. Academy of Gymnastics in Greenwich places tops in opening meet Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:02PMThe U.S. Academy of Gymnastics in Greenwich has been making incredible strides since its start. The competitive gymnastics team started its second year as a program in grand fashion Saturday, winning its home meet against the U.S. Academy of Gymnastics in Norwalk by 4.55 points.
Westbury Okinawan Karate December Testing and Holiday Party Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:00PMOn Dec. 14, Westbury Okinawan Karate, which is offered by the Westbury Recreation Department, had a formal Testing and Reception Party. At this time, 28 students who met the attendance requirements and proficiency of the skills required were tested. Additionally, the four students tested for Black Belt on Dec. 12 also received their belts. The following students passed their test and were ...
Cottis leads fencers with gold medal Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:00PMWASHINGTON TWP. - West Morris Central High School won a Gold Medal at the 4th Annual Northwest Jersey Athletic Conference Frosh-Soph Tournament held at Morris Knolls High School on Dec. 30.
Sid vs. Alex needed as Classic ratings melt Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:40AMBOSTON --Romance is one thing. Revenue is something else altogether. And so, in the wake of the news that the overnight television ratings for the Fenway Winter Classic fell by 10 percent from the 2009 New Year's match at Wrigley (2.6 vs. 2.9), the only suspense regarding...
Spain's Martinez And Fernandez Win 49er Worlds Title Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:39AMThe Spanish team of Iker Martinez and Xabier Fernandez completed their dominance of this year's 49er Worlds held in the Bahamas by winning the Medal Race to secure their third World Championship gold medal.
Separated siblings reunite for Christmas Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:38AMST. PETERS, Mo. (AP) — Twins Kaitlyn and Brittany Gotthardt went right for the big box sitting next to their Christmas tree Friday, not knowing that what was inside had traveled 1,200 miles and would soon have the girls crying tears of joy.
Testing of remains found in car may take up to a week Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:36AMGOLD BAR — More heartbreaking evidence was discovered Thursday night in the search for a missing Everett woman.
Edmonton Oilers Team Report Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:33AMDo you believe in miracles?
Rowers have a great day Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:33AMJUNIOR rowers from the Hollowell Scullers club near Daventry, had a great day at the recent Head-of-the-River race at Bedford.
Argos should consider Tillman Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:28AMThe Toronto Argonauts won their last Grey Cup with a convicted cocaine seller at slotback, a banned pot smoker at offensive tackle and a substance abuser kicked out of the NFL at wide receiver -- and just about everybody celebrated the championship.
Heil continues her golden ways Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:27AMCALGARY -- Jennifer Heil of Spruce Grove, Alta., dominated the field last night at a World Cup moguls event, earning her second gold medal in as many nights and seizing control of the overall standings.
Divided on the split Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 3:27AMSpins are a major part of a figure skater's arsenal.
Thieving lottery loser is handed probation Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 3:16AMThe young Rockport man who griped at the time that he and his brother used the loot from two break-ins to buy Lottery tickets yet "didn't even win" has fared better in Gloucester District Court. Christopher Todd, 20, of 1 Kitefield Road, Rockport, was handed a probation sentence after admitting to charges that he helped his younger brother break into a Rockport lobster company on two separate ...
Business organization hunting California's small companies Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 3:16AMThe gold rush is on in California. As part of its 2010 recruiting strategy, Nevada Business Connections will continue to lure small to medium companies from the Golden State to Northern Nevada. Leaders of the privately-funded economic development organization will conduct a minimum of four missions to California in 2010 to persuade businesses to relocate or expand in Nevada. Their pitch: Nevada ...