Will Schwartz: The Stoning of David PatersonMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:10PMThe stoning of David Paterson furthers the myth that we can pinpoint the failures of our state on the misdeeds of its executive. It's a childish, short-sighted way to address injustice.
Skungpoomery By Ken Campbell At Bats TheatreMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:03PMHas life lost its jizz and zoom? Are you feeling peck-peck-pecked at? Is your relationship with your knees lack-lustre?
In-flight sales take off as ticket prices declineMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:55PMFliers are finding more products and services for sale aboard their flights today then at any other time in commercial-aviation history.
Elton John To Play Green BayMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:30AMElton John will return to Green Bay for the first time in seven years, for a concert at the Resch Center on Saturday, April 17th.
Brainstorming: Tidbits from the weekend in sportsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:55AMBob Brainerd is back with more observations from the local sports landscape. They might make you ask "really?" or "who cares?"
Covelli Centre to Host SuperstarMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:54AMThe Covelli Centre is getting ready to host an international superstar. Elton John is set to perform for the first time in the Valley this spring. Elton is currently on a world-tour and said he'd like to start performing in smaller more intimate venues. The "Rocket Man" and his band will perform classic hits from his career like "Your Song," "Daniel," and "Bennie and the Jets." The concert is ...
Covelli Centre to Host SuperstarMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:42AMThe Covelli Centre is getting ready to host an international superstar. Elton John is set to perform for the first time in the Valley this spring. Elton is currently on a world-tour and says he'd like to start performing in smaller more intimate venues.
Elton John coming to Grand RapidsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:49AMElton John will perform April 24 at Van Andel Arena, according to a news release.
PFT: Jaguars land KampmanSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:26AMFinally, we can stop worrying about whether defensive end Aaron Kampman ever will make it to Philly. He won't.
Air safety report lists 70 malfunctionsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:19AMProblems with on-board oxygen, escape slides failing to deploy and fumes in the cockpit are just some of the problems affecting Australia's passenger jets.
Local BriefsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:45AMLocal briefs from Sunday's paper. HALL OF FAME NCSA honoring 'pros' at dinner The Northern California Sports Association will hold its annual "Hall of Fame Awards Dinner" at St. Isidore's Church in Yuba City on March 20. The event will honor 12...
Hey, Antonio: just Cro' up!Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:26AM* The Jets have traded with the Chargers for cornerback Antonio Cromartie. Great. What were Rex Ryan and Mike Tannenbaum thinking? Cromartie has fathered seven children with six different women in five different states and has five paternity suits still pending. What a role model! CARL DiMEDIO The Bronx * Jets general...
New York Mets superstar Jose Reyes' biggest test isn't just about thyroidSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 12:47AMHere is the best way to root with Jose Reyes: That his current thyroid problems are just the (bad) luck of the draw and they weren't caused by outside influences. It is not just the best way to root, it is the only way.
Loudoun Baseball: Hounds, Herons Or Stars?Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:01PMWill the shouts coming from the corner of Rt. 7 and Rt. 28 be for the Hounds, the Blue Herons or the Silver Stars?
Idea of big game at new Giants and Jets stadium is getting Super supportSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:16PMThe Giants and Jets are finalizing their Super Bowl bid, which is due in the NFL office on April 1 and they are hopeful of getting the votes to host the first Super Bowl played outdoors in a cold-weather city.
Covenant College Presents West Side StoryMonday, March 1, 2010 @ 3:19PMThe Department of Music and the Musical Theatre Club at Covenant College will present the American Broadway classic West Side Story on March 18-20, 25 and 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Dora Maclellan Brown Memorial Chapel.
U2 taps support acts, adds Utah to 360 TourFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:46AMU2 [ tickets ] has added a new date in Utah and named opening acts for most stops on the forthcoming 2010 leg of the band's long-running 360 Tour. The recently confirmed June 3 show in Salt Lake City will kick off the North American portion of the summer outing, currently set up for 14 cities, including a July 19 tour-closing appearance at East Rutherford, NJ's New Meadowlands Stadium, home of ...
School Science Fairs Being Phased OutWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 7:58PMIn Cabell County, W.Va., the science fair as many know it is becoming an endangered species. It's a matter of balancing a pursuit of knowledge with a changing world of funding and politics.
Ky. Legislature Considers Sentencing Options for Teens Caught "Sexting"Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:58PMThe House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday unanimously approved the legislation that gives judges an alternative in cases involving first-offense sexting, or sharing sexually explicit photos, videos and chat by cell phone or online.
Ohio Traffic Deaths at Record LowWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:58PMState agencies say Ohio traffic deaths fell last year to the lowest level in more than 70 years of record-keeping, continuing a trend of safer roads.
Two People Thrown From Car in I-79 AccidentWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 1:28PMThe northbound lanes of Interstate 79 between Clendenin and Elkview are back open after a single vehicle accident.
Phoenix fans flock to buy ticketsWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 1:01PMWellington Phoenix fans have snapped up more than 20,000 tickets to their final home match of the season with about 14,000 sold yesterday alone.
Signings help Devils title chancesWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 10:15AMMore muscle was added to the Isis Devils A grade this week with the signings of former star Barry Blackman, Cameron Curtis and Michael Murray.
Two Young Good Samaritans Do Good DeedSunday, February 21, 2010 @ 9:58PMYour heart may skip a beat when you lose something important like your ID, credit card or wallet. Then those worries disappear if a Good Samaritan finds those things and turns them in.
A quick look at A-League finals – Week 2Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 9:19PMThe A-League finals series will have a mini hiatus this weekend because of the Asian Champions League. The four remaining teams will not play this weekend - the 26th, 27th & 28th of February - as the Melbourne Victory and Adelaide United kickstart their Asian campaigns with group stage matches on Tuesday the 23rd and Wednesday the 24th respectively. A-League finals will return on Sunday March ...
Wellington Phoenix live commentary blogSunday, February 21, 2010 @ 12:00AMWe're coming to you live from the Ring of Fire for the Wellington Phoenix-Perth Glory A-League Semi Final, the third match of the 2009-10 playoffs.
Mrs. Kanawha County is Mrs. West VirginiaSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 11:28PM55 women represented each of the States 55 counties to take home the Mrs. West Virginia title
"Fur Ball" More Glamorous Than it SoundsSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 11:28PMA big, extravagant event drew in thousands of dollars for some of our smaller friends.
Dancing Away to Get a Healthy HeartSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 11:28PMThe dance floor was full of movers and shakers Saturday, trying to have some fun and stay healthy at the same time.
Swiss-cheese security? Some experts criticize holes in airport screeningSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 10:53PMSeveral dozen people seemingly disappeared once they walked halfway down a frosted glass hallway that connects the Tri-Cities Regional Airport’s main terminal building with its concourse.
Westminster Winner from PortsmouthSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 10:13PMFrench bull dog Bru won best of breed and best in the non-sporting group at the 134th Annual Westminster Dog Show.
Crews to Search River Sunday for Missing ManSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 8:13PMCrews in Pike County, Kentucky will be out Sunday looking for a man who's been missing for more than a week.
Human Trafficking Still Happens Across United StatesSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:28PMThe United States got rid of slavery back in the 1800's, but the concept and the practice still exists around the world.
Fla. GOP Elects Thrasher As ChairmanSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 12:22PMORLANDO, Fla. -- Sen. John Thrasher is the new chairman of the state Republican Party after an election party leaders hope will end reports of wasteful spending in the organization.
Possible Funding Cuts for Huntington Drug and Crime Prevention ProgramFriday, February 19, 2010 @ 8:28PMThe Obama Administration's proposed budget for 2011 shows a one-third funding cut in the Weed and Seed initiative. Less money for the community program is causing concern for everyone involved in the Huntington area.
W.Va. American Water Asks PSC for New Financing SystemFriday, February 19, 2010 @ 7:28PMWest Virginia American Water says it's asking the state Public Service Commission to consider a new financing mechanism for replacing aging portions of its system.
Riverside High Students Help Hungry PeersFriday, February 19, 2010 @ 6:13PMAn act of kindness at Riverside High continues to grow. Staff has made room inside the eastern Kanawha County School for a food pantry.