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Pop Keeney 'Wall of Honor' ceremony set for Sept. 15 Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:27PMSeventeen Northshore School District alumni, former staff and board members will be recognized at a special ceremony to unveil a new "Wall of Honor" at Pop Keeney Field in Bothell.
PerchFest chef has tips for flavorful fried yellow perch: Outdoors Note Book Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 3:00PMWalleye are the most popular catch from Lake Erie. Few will dispute yellow perch are the most flavorful.
What I Know, What I Don’t Know Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 2:17PM2010 NFL Predictions Part 1, East Divisions Part 2, North Divisions Part 3, South Divisions AFC West: San Diego Chargers: What I Know- Ryan Matthews can turn the corner. Showed me a burst I just assumed he didn’t have. I would be shocked if he’s not in Hawaii. 15 touchdowns is within reach. 1,500 yards isn’t out of the question. [...]
Season's just about here; time to get your Steeler gear Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 1:28PMIf you want to be a cutting-edge fan, there's a whole lot more out there to learn and acquire to broaden your Steelers knowledge and swag collection.
Chicago jam-band Cornmeal at V Club Sunday Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 12:50PMCornmeal is here live at the V Club on Sunday, Sept. 12.
Former NFL Star and ESPN Analyst Cris Carter to Kickoff NFL Season by Delivering Papa John’s Pizza Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:40AMLOUISVILLE, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former NFL Star and ESPN Analyst Cris Carter makes special pizza delivery to Papa John's Fantasy Draft Delivery Sweepstakes Winner for tonight's NFL Season Kickoff game.
Former NFL Star and ESPN Analyst Cris Carter to Kickoff NFL Season by Delivering Papa John's Pizza Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:35AMLOUISVILLE, Ky.----While the NFL schedule doesn’t officially kick off until this evening, the first winner of the 2010 season is Anthony Green of Phoenix, Ariz., thanks to Papa John’s, the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL, and former NFL star Cris Carter.
Daily Pfennig 9/09/10: RBC Raises Rates! Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 7:59AMRBC Raises Rates! Good day... And a Thinking Thursday to you... Thinking because, I'm thinking right now, what the heck am I doing?
New Welcome Center dedicated at UCR Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 7:17AMOfficials from both Rochester Community and Technical College and Winona State University celebrated the opening of the University Center Rochester's new Welcome Center on Wednesday.
Gurnee teen to host carnival, fundraiser Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:16AMSamantha Stautz of Gurnee was just 10 years old when she organized her first kids' carnival to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (J.D.R.F.). Fours years and $7,000 later, the 14-year-old Warren Township High School freshman remains as committed as ever to a cause that is close to her heart. "What keeps me going is when the carnival takes place and I see people happy ...
Faceoff: Predictions for the purple, the green and the maroon Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 4:12AMPHERSY: Hey Feldy, I'm sure that fool Guy N. Limbeck and you will talk in depth about the Vikings, who open tonight, but I think we should throw predictions out there as part of our usual rapid–fire bit. So, give me your Purple predictions, including a record and how you think they'll do in the postseason.
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Alabama quarterback hopes to ride winning streak all the way to England Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 1:52AMThe sternest test Alabama quarterback Greg McElroy might face this week isn't likely to come from the Penn State pass rush on Saturday evening, but has already happened. McElroy had an interview session yesterday with a panel of academics assessing his application to become a Rhodes scholar.
Going beyond blockbuster Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 1:09AM*On-campus center offers variety of little-known films * Chris Quintana The Guild is often sold as the only place to see “Indie” films around town, while other theaters just play blockbuster fodder for an easy buck.
Rich Cronin's comeback Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 12:07AMThe past two years have not been easy for Rich Cronin, former lead singer of the boy band LFO. Rich Cronin - Singing - LFO - Boy band - Leukemia
Star In A Million contestant MJ Ringor takes another crack at his singing career Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:43PMMJ says he's a "certified bachelor."
Atari gives its 30-year-old Haunted House game visuals a makeover Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 9:06AMWhile Atari may be squeezing 50 of its classic games on to a DS cart, it is also hard at work updating one of those games with a 3D makeover. If you were a gamer back in 1981 you may remember playing Haunted House on your Atari 2600. By today’s standards it was as basic as [...]
Brothers are hoping for a ‘2Dat' Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 8:04AMHOUMA — Sometimes a few beers and a cocktail napkin can lead to a good idea.
#203 Pavement - Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain (1994) Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 6:23AMLast week, Pitchfork Media ranked Pavement's "Gold Soundz" as the #1 best track of the 90s. While I am scratching my head about that decision, I won't argue that the album which that track came from is flat-out indie rock masterpiece... Click here for the full article: http://www.roadto1001albums.blogspot.com/
Daily Pfennig 9/08/10: Silver Shines Above $20! Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 6:14AMIn This Issue…. * The Risk Aversion fog hovers over the currencies.. * Aussie $ punches a hole in the fog.... * Japanese officials still try to jawbone...
Social Links Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 2:32AMQ: The thing with this record is that, much like Tenacious D, the music itself is quite good. The guitars shred and the vocals are good. Everything seems to be tight. Do you ever write a song and say, ‘Let’s write some serious lyrics over this and make a gold record?’
'Detroit 1-8-7' premiere-party guests like pilot episode Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 1:02AM"Better than I anticipated, actually. And that's coming from someone who's not necessarily a fan of police dramas. ... I thought it showed Detroit in a great light. But most importantly, it brings jobs. ... That type of crime (in the show) is in every major metropolitan city. It's not about the crime. It's about the interaction of the characters." - Detroit City Councilman Gary Brown, who spent ...
Helene Elliott: Michelle Kwan is a class act all the way Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 9:17PMShe is in program at Tufts working on second career in foreign service or politics. But she hasn't left figure skating entirely, showing grace and elegance in promoting 'All That Skate L.A.' show. When her peers at the Fletcher School of International Relations at Tufts University would ask Michelle Kwan what she does outside the classroom, she'd say she used to be a figure skater. If they ...
Grapes find local lovers Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 8:42PMR Sticky, hot heat couldn't keep folks away from a vineyard giving the gift of Muscadine grapes.
Michelle Kwan is a class act all the way Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:42PMLOS ANGELES — When her peers at the Fletcher School of International Relations at Tufts University would ask Michelle Kwan what she does outside the classroom, she'd say she used to be a figure skater. If they pressed her for details she had a standard response.
Jody Scheckter: From Formula One to life in the slow lane Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:55PMBeing told to "belt up" barely 10 minutes into an interview would normally bode badly but Jody Scheckter means well enough. The one-time enfant terrible of motor racing knows better than most what happens when he steps on the gas and he is not taking any chances. It's hardly Monza, but I swear the needle hits 60 as the grass blurs outside my window.
Revived Indiana resorts mirror their gilded pasts Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 12:13PMBETSA MARSH/Special Contributor The 200-foot dome is prominent from a back view of West Baden Springs Hotel.Bitter rivals for so long, French Lick and West Baden Springs in the Hoosier countryside now thrive as sister resorts, yoked in a mammoth historic-preservation project. It took $500 million to restore French Lick to grandeur and bring West Baden back from ruin.
Getting an early start on school Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:11AMWith school starting next week I thought I’d impress my daughter’s second-grade teacher by doing my first assignment early. This summer I spent most of my time at work. You see, I’m not as fortunate as my daughter, Alia, who had nearly three months to live it up. But I’m not bitter.
For New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton, Chinese drywall crisis kicks off custom home redesign Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:04AMBeth Payton and her design team create an elegant and comfortable family home in Mandeville.
Bowling: Like a summer day, scores are scorching Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 10:26PMWow! This summer sure has gone by fast and now it’s time to exchange the golf clubs for the bowling ball. Yes, another season is upon us and hopefully it will be one with plenty of strikes and good scores.
Classic not what it used to be Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 8:46PMFor Doug Brown, the Labour Day Classic sure ain’t what it used to be.
Gilmer taxidermist wins statewide honors Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 4:56PMThe state taxidermy competition was held recently in Kerrville. Shane Davenport of Gilmer took a bobcat in motion coming down on cast rocks he made on wood pedestal. He received a third place on the bobcat and a first place on the habitat.
W. Volleyball. Patience Pays Off For Muñoz Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:54PMIt was understandable that Kylin Muñoz wore the biggest grin last Friday when her name was announced as a starter in the UW season opener. This day had been a long time coming.
Memo to LA about Manny: Told you so Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:37AMThe Los Angeles Dodgers were warned about this, loudly and clearly, but sometimes people just have to learn for themselves.... Los Angeles Dodgers - Los Angeles - United States - Manny Ramirez - California
Danny Ainge Does it Again Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 3:59AMDanny Ainge struck free agent gold this summer, despite the options seeming very limited.
Jeff Bridges brings his Crazy Heart to Niagara Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:56PMKevin Costner's done it. So has Kevin Bacon. Gary Sinise, too. All big actors who have played concerts at the Niagara Fallsview Casino. You can add Jeff Bridges to the list this week, with one big difference: He's the only one polishing a brand new Best Actor Oscar.[...]
Castle Crashers finally available for PSN with all-new volleyball mode Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:51PMAt long last, the critically-acclaimed four-player beat'em up, Castle Crashers, is available on PlayStation Network. According to developer and artist Dan Paladin, Behemoth had been working on Castle Crashers for PSN for “about a year and a half.” Now, that work has finally paid off. Sony fans can now enjoy one of Xbox Live's best downloadable titles for $14.99.
Jamie Foxx To Exact Sketch Comedy Revenge On Us All [Trade Roundup] Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:51PM# traderoundup We really should have gone to see Law Abiding Citizen ! We really should have. Also today: Somehow a young filmmaker gets his shot, casting news for two Showtime shows, and renewal news for two TNT series. More »
Jamie Foxx To Exact Sketch Comedy Revenge On Us All [Trade Roundup] Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:50PM#traderoundup We really should have gone to see Law Abiding Citizen! We really should have. Also today: Somehow a young filmmaker gets his shot, casting news...
Mafia II scores new quests, leaderboards in “Jimmy’s Vendetta” DLC Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:21PMMafia II players will have the chance to try out an alternate perspective of the mob in “Jimmy's Vendetta,” the first batch of DLC available for download from the PlayStation Store, Xbox Live Marketplace, and PC on September 7.
Nvidia demonstrates how PhysX adds detail in Mafia II Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 1:06PMNvidia wants you to buy a GeForce graphics card for your PC and gaming needs. Spending a few hundreds dollars on a new card takes some convincing though, and Nvidia is hoping to do that with the Mafia II video you see above. It’s meant to show why PhysX technology makes for a better game, and [...]
Jeff Bridges comes to Niagara Fallsview Casino Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:06PMKevin Costner's done it. So has Kevin Bacon. Gary Sinise too. All big actors who have played concerts at the Niagara Fallsview Casino.
Canadian Summer Music Festival Guide -- September Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:56AMFiled under: Concerts and Tours , Canada What: Edmonton Sonic Boom Festival When: September 4 Where: Edmonton, Alta. If you're looking for a reason to rock out before the cool weather hits, head on down to Sonic Boom. Now in its second year, the one-day festival is sure to be a hotspot for fans of classic SoCal punk, what with Bad Religion on the bill and all. But if you'd rather get nostalgic ...
StarCraft 2 sells a copy a second in its first month Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:21AMBlizzard just revealed that StarCraft 2: Wings of Liberty sold 3 million copies its first month. For a PC/Mac game (that’s not World of Warcraft), that’s huge. A little math tells us that 3 million copies in the 36 days since its July 27th release comes out to about a copy a second. Think that’s huge? Well [...]
11-year-old shows off his 1000+ Mario collection Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:51AMAt age 11 I was just glad to have a few games, toys and comics to read. I wasn’t thinking about collecting items yet, but then there wasn’t the same marketing machine surrounding game IP back then. Oscar’s collection, which you can see in the video above, looks like it took years to build up. In [...]
UFC 118 Results: 10 Burning Questions Heading into UFC 119 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:07AMWow. That's pretty much all I can say after UFC 118. Frankie Edgar once again proved himself to be the better man by defending his title and defeating BJ Penn in impressive fashion. Gray Maynard bullied Kenny Florian for three rounds, earning himself a shot at the UFC lightweight title. And, of course, Randy Couture proved that the James Toney experiment was indeed a horrendous idea. All in all ...
Kleopatra Girl’s Ringside Report: Norwood Young Hands Out Media Awards Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:11PM*If you are in the entertainment industry’s inner circle in Hollywood then you must know about Pop/R&B singer, humanitarian and philanthropist Norwood Young aka King of Hancock Park, because he is the consummate entertainer and ultimate host. His parties are inimitable, but what is so special about Norwood is that he treats everyone like a [...]
Red-carpet Oscar fashions: The bold, the beautiful and the silly Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 5:24PMNominee for Actress in a Supporting Role Mo’Nique and her husband Sidney Hick.
Check Out Our Emmy Red-Carpet Fashion Live Blog! Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:17PMGet the latest updates in your favorite RSS feed reader. Will the " Glee " cast hit fashion high notes? Will our favorite " True Blood " and " Vampire Diaries " vamps look bloody fabulous?
The Shorter List: Biggest Celebrity Tools Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:02PMThere’s no denying that showbiz has more tools than a Home Depot full of Hummer-owners, and last Friday The Short List crew used them to build you a house of hilarity. The experts did a pretty good job as they counted down the Ten Biggest Celebrity Tools, but we feel that they cut their list with a bit too many douche-bags and not enough tools. (Yes, there’s a difference!) So here to put things ...