Parade Brightens Lilac Festival May 10, 2009
We kick off and go down the parade route," said Bryan Schram, Rochester. R News' anchors Bill Pucko and Amy Young rode in the parade. Dan Smith and Virginia Butler brought it to you live. If you missed it, you can catch the R News Lilac Parade anytime on 108 R News on demand starting next week. sjf/jme Print Friendly Version Hundreds lost power during Saturday's wind storm. On Saturday afternoon, George Van Epps was only moments away from getting what he worked so hard for at Roberts Wesleyan... (R News)
SCENE 13: Footloose and Flyin' High May 5, 2009
Then, check out the annual Picnic Pops at Wesleyan College Sunday at 7:30 p.m. The Mercer/Macon Symphony's Youth Orchestra performs during this free concert. Bring your blankets, picnic baskets and get serenaded as the sun goes down. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Amanda Palmer returns to Lexington High School for drama Apr 16, 2009
After attending Wesleyan College from 1994 to 1998, she would frequently stop to visit her mother and stepfather John Oberteuffer, along with her high school stomping grounds. I used to visit my high school teachers. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Even as a boy, Officer Mayhle wanted to be cop Apr 15, 2009
His brother, Jamie, who is studying to become a pastor at Allegheny Wesleyan College in Salem, Ohio, often prayed, too. Since heading off to school, he hadn't been able to see his brother as much, but they talked weekly. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lucas Files Harassment Complaint Against Radio Talk-Show Host Apr 10, 2009
Lucas tried to get Krok uninvited to a police awards banquet; Krok asked Wesleyan College to rescind an award to Lucas. Last year, Mayor Robert Reichert jumped into an email battle over the police banquet by urging Lucas to adopt "a Christmas truce" and ignore his attacks. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
SCENE 13: The Curtain Goes Up at Central GA Theatres Apr 7, 2009
Don't miss the Relay for Life College Night at Wesleyan College starting this Friday at 6:00 p.m. All-night activities include sports contests, a newspaper and duct tape fashion show and so much more ... Relay for Life College Night at Wesleyan College. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Assembly GOP name new minority leader Apr 7, 2009
Also an adjunct professor of Adult and Graduate Education at Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester. 1. (Albany Times Union)
Wesleyan & Mercer Hold First College Relay for Life Apr 4, 2009
Mercer University and Wesleyan College teamed up to host the first ever college Relay for Life. Relay for Life raises money for the American Cancer Society. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Azinger to play basketball at Iowa Wesleyan Apr 2, 2009
Central Lee senior Brett Azinger signed with Iowa Wesleyan College Tuesday ... The Central Lee senior made his college plans official Tuesday, signing with Iowa Wesleyan College, an NAIA Division II program located in Mount Pleasant. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Cherry Blossom Festival Ends With A Bang Mar 30, 2009
This year's Cherry Blossom Festival went out with a bang, as hundreds of people gathered at Wesleyan College for fun and fireworks. Fireworks illuminated the night sky as people bid farewell to this year's festival. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Wine Contest Benefits Camp Good Days Mar 30, 2009
So this is a competition and a way for them to really find out how great their wines are and compare with all the other wines of the world," said Peter Parts, Camp Good Days volunteer. The $150 a plate wine dinner is May 2. ajl ds Print Friendly Version For the third straight year, a local Christian church showed its support for the local Jewish community. The Greater Rochester Night to Honor Israel took Place at the Bethel Christian Fellowship, in Downtown Rochester. Friends and loved ones... (R News)
Fundraiser for Scleroderma Patient Mar 30, 2009
" Allen did the cooking for the benefit, which raised thousands of dollars. Related Story: - 3/27/09 ajl ds Print Friendly Version For the third straight year, a local Christian church showed its support for the local Jewish community. The Greater Rochester Night to Honor Israel took Place at the Bethel Christian Fellowship, in Downtown Rochester. Friends and loved ones spent Sunday grieving in their own ways over the loss of Joseph Mueller, 17. The Aquinas Institute senior died in a car crash... (R News)
Red Cross Helps in Fargo Mar 29, 2009
Everybody is working as hard as they can," said Devvie Schleyer, Red Cross volunteer. If things do get worse, Red Cross workers would have to evacuate Fargo along with its residents. jme ds Print Friendly Version It was lights out at 8:30 p.m. Saturday night as people around the world observed Earth Hour. A 51-year-old man died in a farm accident in the town of Wheatland. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts from around the Rochester area joined forces to help the less fortunate. Forecasters in North... (R News)
Red Wings Tickets Go on Sale Mar 29, 2009
I thought it was exciting to do this," said Sonia Tafoya, Red Wings fan. "We had a great end of the year last year, both attendance wise and on the field, and I think people are really excited about the upcoming season," said Dan Mason, Red Wings general manager. The Red Wings home opener is Saturday, April 11 at 1:35 p.m. jmeds Print Friendly Version It was lights out at 8:30 p.m. Saturday night as people around the world observed Earth Hour. A 51-year-old man died in a farm accident in the... (R News)
Everything Happens for a Reason Mar 28, 2009
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Saturday March 28, 2009. (R News)
Weekend Events! Mar 28, 2009
Sunday, check out the Heart of GA Pipes and Drums at Vineville Methodist Church at 4:00 p.m. And bid farewell to another year of the Pinkest Party on Earth at the festival finale at Wesleyan College beginning at 5:00 p.m.. Alright, this one's for the ladies - and the men who love them. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Golisano Talks NY Tax Burden on Biz Mar 27, 2009
Not paychex because I would be concerned about the real dislocation of families," Golisano added. Golisano did not comment on what those businesses are. He is ready to put up a fight though, especially where the state budget is concerned. He says he will bankroll any New York legislator who rejects the state budget currently being drawn up behind closed doors. The Paychex founder said it is a disastrous big spending, high-taxing plan. ajl/yc Print Friendly Version Three adults and seven children... (R News)
Brizard May Drop Two School Programs Mar 26, 2009
This is a proactive instance to get ahead of a situation," Brizard said. A meeting for parents with students in the finance school is set for Thursday at 5:00 p.m. A meeting for the bioscience school is set for next Tuesday. ajl/mrh Print Friendly Version R News has learned that the Sweden town supervisor has resigned. Family and friends of a Rochester woman gunned down more than a year ago gathered to celebrate her life Wednesday evening. Rochester City School Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard... (R News)
Wayne County Man Arrested For Drugs & "Booby Trap" Mar 26, 2009
Wayne County Man Arrested For Drugs y Trap" by Veronica R. Chiesi Published Mar 26, 2009 Wayne County Sheriffs deputies arrested a town of Ontario man on drug charges and for causing an injury to a deputy Wednesday. Deputies charged Timothy Doell, 49, with Criminal Possession, Reckless Endangerment and Assault. They say a search warrant executed at Doell's home revealed a multi-stage marijuana growth operation including 250 plants in various growth stages as well as mushrooms and other... (R News)
Grinnell shot way into Auburn record book Mar 22, 2009
Grinnell's 3-point shooting ability should come in handy in the fall when she plays Division II basketball at Robert Wesleyan College. And while she's not worrying about the shooting, she will be working diligently on her ball-handling skills Robert Wesleyan recruited her to be a point guard, not a shooting guard, which she's accustomed to. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Cherry Blossom Activities: Day Three Mar 22, 2009
The event is free with a 2009 Festival Pin, and the first performance takes the stage at 7 p.m. in the Porter Auditorium at Wesleyan College. In your voice. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
King: Deja Bill Mar 16, 2009
Belichick and Mangini both are graduates of -- and former football players at -- tiny Wesleyan College in Middletown, Conn. Both toiled in the trenches, Belichick as a center and tight end and Mangini as a nose tackle. (BerniesInsiders.com)
TUESDAY NIGHT UPDATE: Two resign over road shop-- House approves budget cuts-- Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College Mar 6, 2009
-- House approves budget cuts-- Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College ... HUSTLIN OWLS: Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College in the final game of the opening day, at 7:45 p.m. (PST) at the NAIA Division II men s national basketball tournament. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Wesleyan College Celebrates Black History Mar 1, 2009
Wesleyan College wrapped up Black History Month with a celebration. Choirs, gospel groups, and spoken word artists shared their talents with students and people in the community. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
'Mama Dot' gives helping hand to former inmates Feb 28, 2009
He stayed a year (the unofficial maximum for tenants) and works as a caterer for Wesleyan College in Macon. It was like living at Grandmama s house. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Miami man kills wife, 2 children and self... Feb 26, 2009
South Dade dad kills wife, 2 daughters and himself; son escapes - Breaking News - MiamiHerald (The Drudge Report)
Margaret Thrower, 93, always adventurous Feb 21, 2009
She was a graduate of Wesleyan College in Macon, and he was an Emory University law school grad who was practicing with Sutherland, Tuttle an law firm (now Sutherland). The couple settled in Atlanta s Collier Hills neighborhood. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Dr. Ruth Keraus, former IWC professor and musician, dies at 76 Feb 19, 2009
Dr. Keraus, 76, joined the Iowa Wesleyan College faculty in 1960 as assistant professor of music ... Keraus retired from fulltime teaching in 1997 and was named Professor Emeritus by the Iowa Wesleyan College Board of Trustees in 1998 ... "Dr. Keraus has represented the best that Iowa Wesleyan offers," said Dr. Jay Simmons, president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Washington Journal, IA)
Bears Ride to Fourth Place Finish Feb 17, 2009
Hebron, CT - The Bears rode to a fourth place finish at the opening show of the spring season at Wesleyan College over the weekend. Though the finish slips Brown a slim five points behind URI in the season standings, junior Liz Giliberti (Washington, D.C.) had a solid individual performance, and increased her lead in the Cacchione Cup standings to 12 points. (Brownbears.com)
Educator strives to lead and serve Feb 16, 2009
Stepping on to the campus of Wesleyan College for the program, she knew she wanted to pursue a higher education. She attended Paine College and completed her work for a bachelor's degree, but her graduation ceremony was canceled because of the city's race riot in 1970. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Averett splits home opener with Virginia Wesleyan Feb 10, 2009
DANVILLE - Relief pitcher Michael Mothershead got Brandon Hathaway to fly out to left field with the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh, giving Averett University's baseball team a 6-5 victory over Virginia Wesleyan College on Sunday. The Cougars (1-3) lost the opener of the doubleheader, 6-2. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Lincoln letter featured at IWC exhibit Feb 8, 2009
Lincoln memorabilia on display at the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College. A letter written by Abraham Lincoln and a Bible that belonged to his cousin will be part of a special display at the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College during the month of February. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Local events to celebrate Lincoln Bicentennial Feb 8, 2009
The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, beginning at 1 p.m. on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus in Mt. Pleasant ... The house was built in 1876 by United States Senator James Harlan, who served as president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Morningside hosts family weekend April 4-6 Apr 1, 2008
On Saturday, a Mustangs softball double-header against Nebraska Wesleyan College begins at 1 p.m. at the Elizabeth and Irving Jensen Softball Complex on Morningside's campus. Judy Leinen, a music major from Des Moines will present her senior recital at 4 p.m. in Eppley Auditorium. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
IWC campaign seeking $100,000 in gifts by May Mar 28, 2008
Iowa Wesleyan College announced today that the Henry County Campaign is on target to meet the $5 million dollar goal by the end of 2009 ... " "We are pleased that Henry County residents and business have been so supportive of Iowa Wesleyan College during the campaign," the Schimmelpfennigs said in a prepared statement The public phase of the Partnership Campaign was officially launched on Oct. 10, 2006, as the community initiative to assist the college in meeting the $35 million Transforming Our... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Black Hawk County's auditor tracks Lincoln's Iowa ties Mar 23, 2008
Harlan was a professor and president at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant and built a house near there in 1876. His daughter and grandchildren summered there through the 1880s, and Robert Lincoln visited occasionally. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Local Sports Briefs 03-20-2008 Mar 21, 2008
The Pioneers, which are 26-4-1 on the season, received 301 votes, tying them with Tennessee Wesleyan College. The ranking marks only the second time a Pioneer team has cracked the top 10. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Gov. Kaine Says He Has New Transportation Plan Mar 20, 2008
Kaine said at a town hall meeting at Virginia Wesleyan College Wednesday that he has been discussing a new transportation package with General Assembly leaders. He said those talks began after the Virginia Supreme Court in February struck down the plan for regional authorities to impose taxes on Hampton Roads and northern Virginia citizens. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gabe-Countryman (1) Mar 19, 2008
The bride will graduate in May from Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant with a bachelor s degree in nursing. The groom graduated in 2004 from Wartburg College in Waverly with a bachelor s degree in education and is employed with New York Life Insurance Co.. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Alabama Baseball Hosts New Orleans Two Nights Mar 18, 2008
Senior catcher Josh Vander Hey, a transfer from Texas Wesleyan College, is hitting. 407 (22-for-54) with three home runs, 20 RBI and a team-high eight doubles. (BamaMag.com)
Utah State Softball Faces South Dakota State And BYU Tuesday Mar 18, 2008
Before that she spent two years as the head coach at Wesleyan College in Georgia. BRIGHAM YOUNG - BYU is 13-11 on the season, splitting games against Nebraska at the UNLV Round Robin in Las Vegas, Nev. (Utahstateaggies.com)
Todd McGhghy back in coaching Mar 8, 2008
Former Iowa Wesleyan College football coach Todd McGhghy, 37, was announced this week as the new head varsity football coach for Ft. Madison High School ... McGhghy led the Iowa Wesleyan College Tigers from 2003-2005 where he is credited to have led his team to most successful winning season since 1995 ... Prior to his work at Iowa Wesleyan College, McGhghy served as defensive coordinator for Keokuk High School during the 1996-1998 seasons. (Washington Journal, IA)
Great River Region Days brings area leaders, lawmakers face-to-face Mar 5, 2008
Those traveling from Mt. Pleasant include: Daly, Amanda Ellis and John Dale, both of Iowa Telecom; Brent Schleisman, city administrator; Dan Sheehan, Henry County Health Center; David File, Iowa Wesleyan College; Lisa Oetken, Main Street Mount Pleasant, Mayor John Freeland, Bob Griffith, city councilman, Tom Young, county supervisor; and Paul Dennison, KILJ Radio. The few of the specific issues the group will take to lawmakers include: * Transportation: The GRR will support an increase to the... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Field set for ‘08 GLVC tourney Mar 4, 2008
First-round matchups on the other side of the bracket include the No. 3 seed from the West, Quincy University (15-12), traveling to play Kentucky Wesleyan College (24-6), the No. 2 seed from the East. The No. 4 seed in the East, Bellarmine University (17-10), plays at Drury University (22-5), which is the No. 1 seed in the West and the No. 1 overall seed in the tournament. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
IWC women to test Grand View in MCC finals tonight Mar 4, 2008
DES MOINES Rachel Mitchell, junior guard, scored18 points as the Iowa Wesleyan College women. s basketball team used a suffocating defense and efficient offense to handle Grand View College 64-44 in a Midwest Collegiate Conference Tournament Semifinal Saturday afternoon. (Washington Journal, IA)
Workman leads BBC to crown Mar 2, 2008
Lindsay Behrenshausen fired a two-hitter with seven strikeouts to lead Wilkes to a 2-1 softball victory over Albright College in day two action at the Beach Bash hosted by Virginia Wesleyan College. Indoor track. (Scranton Times, PA)
Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Feb 29, 2008
The Southeast Iowa Band will perform in concert at 3:30 p.m. in the Chapel Auditorium at Iowa Wesleyan College in Mount Pleasant ... Players include several Iowa Wesleyan College faculty and students. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Hargrave's Goodyear signs to play college baseball Feb 26, 2008
Hargrave Military Academy senior Zach Goodyear has signed a letter of intent to play baseball next year for Tennessee Wesleyan College in Athens, Tenn. "I went there for a visit and felt like I was in the right place to continue my baseball career," said Goodyear. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
IWC hoops: Mens' 82-61 win secures 3rd seed in MCC tourney Feb 22, 2008
They've had their own destiny in their hands for the past few weeks and the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team Wednesday night knocked off their third straight conference opponent to secure a lock on third place and to host the first round of the MCC tourney on Wednesday, Feb. 27 ... Iowa Wesleyan College had five players shoot a total of nine three-pointers, offsetting six long goals by Viterbo. (Washington Journal, IA)
IWC hoops: Ladies blow out V-hawks 80-48; tied for second in MCC Feb 22, 2008
Coming off their bye week, and missing a few days of practice due to illnesses, the Iowa Wesleyan College women's basketball team had a sluggish start Wednesday night, but soon found their game legs and roiled to a lopsided 80-48 win over Viterbo ... "We came focused and we knew what we had to do." Iowa Wesleyan College improved from the last time it played Viterbo, winning by eight points. (Washington Journal, IA)
Lacrosse begins new season with gusto Feb 21, 2008
In addition to Vanderbilt and Kentucky, the Mocs have faced opponents MTSU, Western Kentucky and Tennessee Wesleyan College. The UTC lacrosse team is now looking to play teams from the Southern Conference and other major universities next semester. (The University Echo, TN)
UCSB Baseball Features 12 Returning Letterwinners and Several Talented Newbies Feb 21, 2008
Cummings hopes to return to his freshman year form when he played for Wesleyan College in Oaklawn, Ill. and looks to be the second option off the bench at more than one infield spot. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Lincoln's birthday treasure hunt continues through February Feb 20, 2008
During the month of February, families, classes, Scout troops and other groups of any age may schedule a time to participate in the Lincoln's Birthday Treasure Hunt at the Harlan-Lincoln House on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus ... Maintained as a museum by Iowa Wesleyan College since 1959, the Harlan-Lincoln House was listed on the national register of historic places in 1973. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Chapel renovation officially kicks off Feb 15, 2008
The official ribbon cutting for Iowa Wesleyan College Chapel renovations, estimated to cost $5 ... Holding the scissors and flanked by university and project officials is Dr. William Johnston, president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
West Virginia McCain camp pulls a fast one, gets the spotlight Feb 6, 2008
Still, this was never a crowd that would have been Mr. McCain's to win anyway, added Robert Rupp, political science professor at West Virginia Wesleyan College. A delegate survey by his students found that 58 percent considered themselves evangelical Christians, and the same number identified themselves as conservative. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
IWC partnership campaign hits $4 million mark Feb 1, 2008
Iowa Wesleyan College and its community partners have reached an important milestone in the Henry County Community Partnership Campaign: $4 million has been raised to date ... "We are pleased with the success thus far, and we have two years remaining to achieve or exceed our $5 million goal," said Dennis Story, vice president of institutional relations for Iowa Wesleyan College ... Co-chairs of the Henry County Community Partnership Campaign are J.D. and Kathy Schimmelpfennig, both alumni of... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC hoops: Hot shooting helps Viterbo roll past Tigers men Jan 25, 2008
5% from the floor en route to a 77-55 win over the Iowa Wesleyan College men's basketball team Wednesday night ... Assists: Iowa Wesleyan College 11 (Humpal, Brett 6), Viterbo 20 (Ambrose,Eric 8). (Washington Journal, IA)
Legislative briefing set on education Jan 24, 2008
The Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance is inviting the citizens of Henry County to attend the first of four 2008 legislative brief-ings, starting Saturday, Jan. 26, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. in the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College ... Local panelists will include Lynn Ubben, superintendent of the Winfield-Mount Union School District; Joy Conwell, member of the MPSD school board; and Bill Johnston, president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
IWC staffer will sign books Feb. 1 Jan 23, 2008
Dr. Olabisi Titilope Gwamna, associate professor of English at Iowa Wesleyan College, will be in the International Room of the Chadwick Library from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 1, to sign copies of her book, "Dancing with Shadows and Other Stories," which was published in December by Hamilton Books ... She is an Associate Professor of English at Iowa Wesleyan College, where she teaches courses in English composition and Third World literature ... Prior to her appointment to the English faculty at... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Lions trample unprepared Cavaliers Jan 20, 2008
The Cavaliers fell 38-20 to Tallwood in a contest at the Hampton Roads Classic at Virginia Wesleyan College. But first-year Lakeland coach Alan Jones wasn't concerned so much about what happened on the court as he was with his players' dispositions as they left. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
IWC trustees select search firm for new president Jan 19, 2008
The current president, Dr. William N. Johnston has accepted the position of president of Wesley College in Delaware, and will be leaving Iowa Wesleyan College at the end of May ... Iowa Wesleyan College is the oldest private coeducational liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Looking Back Jan 17, 2008
Linda Capper of Kalona and Kevin Gingerich of Riverside have been named to the dean's list at Iowa Wesleyan College, Mt. Pleasant. Carla Leichty Yoder of Goshen, Indiana, daughter of Mahlon and Delores Leichty of Kalona, is living in the Central American country of Belize while participating in the Goshen College Study Service Trimester. (Kalona News, IA)
Blankenship, Maynard flap underscores W.Va.'s small-town nature Jan 17, 2008
Robert Rupp, a political science professor at West Virginia Wesleyan College, said hes heard the observation about the states small-pond nature. He doesnt buy it. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Lebanon Valley rallies in second half to thump Colonels Jan 13, 2008
Reilly s most impressive showing was a 22-8 major decision over top-seeded Chris Mixon of Wesleyan College. The Citizens Voice 2008. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Wesleyan hoping to expand Idol-style scholarship contest statewide Jan 13, 2008
West Virginia Wesleyan College has added an American Idol twist to its Wesleyan American Scholarship Program. The college, along with Mount Clare radio station Magic 106. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
