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Amid Chaos, the Steelers Prove Steady Once Again Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 6:38PMThe Steelers might have bulldozed their way toward being the A.F.C.?s best team by manhandling the Patriots, but they?ll have to earn the title by going through a brutal December schedule.
New hospitals, services give residents options for healthcare Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 6:31PMWhile driving from Houston into the Katy area, residents may have become aware of new construction and recently built facilities surrounding the Interstate 10 West stretch from Barker Cypress to Grand Parkway.
Smart Tips for Healthy Eating Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 6:27PM(ARA) - Food can make you healthier -- if you make good choices. It can seem hard to make healthy food choices, particularly if you are on a budget and short on time. But there are some simple steps you can take to help you and your family eat healthier.
Community briefs - Nov. 29 Monday, December 1, 2008 @ 6:00PMAround the community
Loving it Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 10:58PMWant to separate fact from froth? Beer expert Scott Kerkmans is the best man to talk to.
AT A GLANCE: Northern Downriver Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 10:43PMAllen Park Seniors get fit
AT A GLANCE: Southern Downriver Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 10:43PMBrownstown Township
Gift suggestions for outdoors enthusiasts Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 4:28PMThis weekend usually kicks off the holiday season with its Thanksgiving dinner, and traditions of football, shopping, and deer hunting. However the current status of my Detroit Lions football team is enough to give anyone indigestion.
Veterans visit WWII Memorial through Honor Flight program Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 4:17PMLeroy Klug has taken two free trips in life. The first was to Italy with the Army Air Corps in 1943; and the second was to Washington, D.C., last week. Klug, 87, of Beaver Dam was one of about 80 veterans who participated in a World War II Honor Flight that flew to Baltimore, Md., and then traveled on to Washington, D.C., to view the World War II Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial and ...
Locals driven to speak out about Big Three bailout Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 4:14PMWith the economy knee-deep in sluggish problems, and the Ontario auto industry suffering financial asthma, should the federal government hand the Big Three -- Ford, [...]
News and Features for Lake Isabella, California Friday, November 28, 2008 @ 4:14PMKern River Valley Revitalization (KRVR) held its monthly Community Meeting last Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce Community Building to discuss local current events and topics.
Retailers go all out to lure shoppers Thursday, November 27, 2008 @ 6:16AMMetro malls hope promotions and deep discounts will appeal to cash-strapped bargain hunters.
Board lets student weigh in on trip destination Wednesday, November 26, 2008 @ 8:32PMCHANNAHON - Whether to continue having eighth-grade field trips to Washington, D.C., was a matter of discussion for Channahon School Dist. 17 board members Monday.
Snyder named KSU head football coach Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:51PM Bill Snyder is back at Kansas State.
Holiday Blood Drive Held In Honor Of Doris Moore Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:49PMIt will be here before we know it...Thanksgiving. There are many ways to celebrate the holiday that kicks off "The Holidays": eating tons of turkey, watching football and getting together with family and friends.
Charleston Express: Ara Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:47PMAutomotive ( top ) Air in Tires: A Political and Money Issue (ARA) - Who knew that inflating tires would be such an issue between the presidential candidates?
Students across the state taking a free ride on the river Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:39PMWhen Gail Huff, a sixth-grade science teacher at Magnolia Elementary School learned that Mississippi River Tours in Vicksburg was offering free tours of the Mississippi River on the Sweet Olive boat, she jumped at the opportunity.
Lane County families fight to keep their homes Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:38PMEUGENE — Nothing about the past five months has been easy for Thomas Henderson.
Kansas State announces Snyder as new coach Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:34PM MANHATTAN, Kan. — Bill Snyder will return to Kansas State to coach the Wildcats for the second time. In a news conference Monday where Snyder, 69, was introduced, the new head coach said he decided to come back to "calm the waters" and restore harmony to the "Kansas State family." He said that soon after retiring three years ago, he began to regret the decision. Snyder retired after ...
BHS’ ‘Mrs. Z.’ says she has world’s best job Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 6:05PMLenora Zieschang was “a stay at home mom” until her daughter Gail entered junior high — and then Lenora accepted a position as secretary to Brenham High School’s then lone guidance counselor on Jan. 18, 1973.
Lower gas prices leading more to travel Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 9:30AMTravelers may alter their plans as gasoline prices continue to drop heading into the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.
Holiday travel slowed by sluggish economy, fewer flights Monday, November 24, 2008 @ 9:28AMCharlene Denney of Florissant gets map information from tourist counselors Mary Ann Williams (center) and W.L. Fort at the Gateway Tourist Information Center on Interstate 64 in New Baden on Sunday.
Gangs, drugs and end of family dream Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 11:41PMBarbara Williams died as much a prisoner as her son, Carl, writes John Silvester.
Holiday Shopping Safety Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 11:20PM-Shop during daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go with a friend or family member. -Dress casually and comfortably. -Avoid wearing expensive jewelry.
Getting through tough times Sunday, November 23, 2008 @ 11:20PMURBANA – Many families wait as long as six months to adjust their lifestyle after a reduction in income, making matters worse as they hope for things to get better.
Romei jury sends out more questions Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 9:52PM Brazos County jurors deliberating for a third day in the P. David Romei felony theft trial sent another question to the judge Saturday afternoon.District Judge ...
Welcome mat Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 8:56PMA roundup of cool products and services available now.
Romei jury sends out question Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 8:37PM Brazos County jurors now deliberating for a third day in the P. David Romei felony theft trial sent a question to the judge early Saturday afternoon: Do they ha ...
Homer-Center renovation behind schedule Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 6:45PMThe Homer-Center Junior-Senior High renovation project will probably not be completed by the original completion date.
Gearing up for Winter: Tips and Advice Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:38AMLocal emergency management officials say now is the time to brace for potentially dangerous weather this winter. The state is calling on Missouri families to learn from the past and prepare for the future.
Honor Flight takes 80 vets to World War II Memorial Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:24AM Visiting the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Wednesday with 79 other World War II veterans brought back memories to Father James Ernster, 83, of the day 64 years ago, during the Battle of the Bulge, he vowed to enter the priesthood.
Grad student works to bring filtered water to Latin America Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:16AMAfter spending his childhood in Latin America, Nathan Griswell knew that he wanted to do something to give back to that community. His giving back comes in the form of research that will lead to innovative, environmentally friendly techniques to filter water.
New parents celebrate National Adoption Day Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 4:08AMAfter years of infertility and heartache, North Texas residents Tricia and Jon became parents on Wednesday in the east courtroom of the Grayson County Courthouse.
Living with Less Money and Shopping Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 3:15AMDue to a struggling economy and a shorter holiday shopping season the ShopperTrak RCT retail research firm predicts a record drop in the number of people filing into stores this time of year.
Number Of Thanksgiving Travelers To Dip Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 5:15PMThe number of Thanksgiving travelers is expected to decline for the first time since 2002.
U-M coach tells fans to chill out Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:58PMANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Rich Rodriguez loves to win — and he hates to lose as much as anyone. Michigan’s coach, though, tries to keep as much perspective as he can.
Y Student Dedicated Time to Getting 2008 Youth Vote Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:56PMCollege students during the 2008 presidential election proved they were a political force to be reckoned with by creating local campaign efforts as well as making pilgrimages to nearby swing states. One major spearhead of these student shock troops was Brian Spittler, a 24-year-old political science major from Bountiful, who galvanized local voters to helped elect Barack Obama.
Cairo, The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:54PMIn late August, Maria Nicholson packed her bags and boarded a plane at Pellston Regional Airport bound for Cairo, Egypt. Cairo proved to be a shock to Nicholson’s system. Her first blog entry from Egypt reads, “God, what was I saying about needing challenges? Just slap me, will you!”
Cracked Nest Egg: Strapped families raiding retirement funds Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:38PMLaid off and facing a long job search, Bob Cundiff was worried about making ends meet. Cheryl Ambruse needed a “breather” from her mortgage payments. Jan Gentile lost her job and her family’s health benefits. She faced mounting medical bills on top of mortgage payments and other day-to-day expenses.
Community Connection Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:35PMMeet at the Scout Hall 914 Main Street on Monday evenings. For more information, call Marion Whitworth at 678-2478. Toastmasters meet Mondays at 7 p.m. at the Canmore Rec Centre. Visitors are always welcome.
Local Leads: Obama School Search and Economic Woes Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 4:30PM Need a quick look at D.C.-area news? Local Leads is your one-stop shop. Read it. Use it. Love it.
"Cider Cup" crew conducts 2008 golf tour Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 4:44PMFor millions of golfers, the Ryder Cup match between European and American teams is of intense interest. Played Sept. 19-21 in Kentucky, the every-other-year competition between two select teams found the Americans regaining the crown for the first time since 2000.
News and Features for Lake Isabella, California Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 4:15PMKern River Valley Revitalization (KRVR) held its monthly Community Meeting last Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Kernville Chamber of Commerce Community Building to discuss local current events and topics.
Adult children ask judge to divorce their father from his second wife Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 8:53AMClaude Thomas married Susana Martinez Ramirez in 2001, but he kept it hidden from his adult children for at least two years. When they finally found out, they were shocked. That shock turned to anger when his four children realized that most of his estate – and their inheritance – had vanished.
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Uganda: Refugees Increase Cholera Threat Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 8:51AMFIGHTING between the Congo government army and the rebels flared up recently sending refugees into Uganda. Mathias Mugisha is at the Uganda Congo border following the story.
Group encourages youth to go bird watching Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 8:46AMThe members of the Delaware Dunlins youth birders club are counting the days until their field trip to Bombay Hook Wildlife Refuge, next Saturday, says club co-leader Derek Stoner.
Edwards kept pedal down Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 8:40AMHOMESTEAD, Fla. - He won the Nationwide and Sprint Cup season finales, but wound up runner-up in both series championships by a combined 90 points. Still, it hardly qualified as a lost weekend for Roush Fenway Racing driver Carl Edwards .
William Anderson, esteemed maritime pilot, dies after a battle with cancer Monday, November 17, 2008 @ 8:34AMPerformance art helped Capt. William Anderson cope with cancer treatment. Capt. Anderson died Thursday after a 20-year battle with lymphoma.
Swimsafe classes in Parkes and Peak Hill Sunday, November 16, 2008 @ 10:05PMDue to community demand, weekend lessons have been scheduled for late November and early December. Parents and carers of young children are urged to book without delay.