Today in History - June 21 Jun 21, 2008
Bob Evans, creator of his namesake restaurant chain, died in Cleveland at age 89. Today's Birthdays: Actress Jane Russell is 87. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
PETA protests at Churchill but doesn't disrupt shareholders' meeting Jun 21, 2008
Following the shareholders' meeting, a PETA representative, Lindsay Rajt, approached Churchill Downs Inc. President and CEO Bob Evans to ask for an opportunity to meet with the executive and discuss concerns. Evans agreed to the meeting. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Tough course Jun 17, 2008
Still, Churchill Downs Inc.'s president and CEO, Bob Evans, seems encouraged by the progress made by the company he is trying to transform from an old-line racing business into a more diverse gaming and entertainment enterprise. To make his point that Churchill is "headed in the right direction," he points to unusually strong first-quarter numbers. (Louisville Business First, KY)
One Detailed Devil Jun 1, 2008
PROFILE: Johnny Dawkins / The Devil in the details / Ex-Duke standout and assistant brings a zest for precision to his new job as Stanford coach. Article:PROFILE: Johnny Dawkins / The Devil in the details / Ex:/c/a/2008/05/31/SP7P10QHUV.DTL Article:PROFILE: Johnny Dawkins / The Devil in the details / Ex:/c/a/2008/05/31/SP7P10QHUV.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Dell Lifts Tech May 31, 2008
Tech ETF Jumps on Dell Earnings Report (Bear Stearns, JP Morgan, Sears Holdings, Costco, Dell, Market Vectors Solar Energy) at SmartMoney (SmartMoney)
Congress seeks racing information May 28, 2008
The letters were sent on May 22 to Bob Evans, the chief executive of Churchill Downs Inc.; Charles Hayward, the chief executive of the New York Racing Association; Ed Martin, the president of the Association of Racing Commissioners International; Ogden Mills Phipps, the chairman of The Jockey Club; and Frank Stronach, the chairman of Magna Entertainment Corp.. The ranking member of the subcommittee is Rep. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Inspired leadership May 5, 2008
On the morning of his first Kentucky Derby as president and CEO of , Bob Evans arrived at the historic racetrack last year at 7 a.m., anticipating an intensely busy day of work. After a short time there, though, he found that he had surprisingly little to do. (Louisville Business First, KY)
SWI Prep Track Roundup - April 10 Apr 11, 2008
LOGAN - St. Albert claimed the Bob Evans Relays Tuesday in boys prep track and field. Tony Knotek won the long jump (20-1 ), the 400 meter (53. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
NHS hospitals can seek sponsors and Mar 23, 2008
Bob Evans, Anaheim, California. Have your say. (Times Online)
Louie Kehl ready for some air time Mar 21, 2008
PHOTO BY PAM M SMITH/THE SUNLouie Kehl, longtime Yuma-area farmer, has a collection of medals from his Navy days in World War II. The plane pictured at left is the type Kehl will be aboard today (Friday) in Yuma. Other Articles in this Category. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar Mar 9, 2008
Meet at Bob Evans Restaurant on old Route 28 in Harmarville, 10 a.m. $2. 50 carpool. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NBC Not So Excited Over Slap at POW McCain Mar 5, 2008
Discussing the presidential candidate's Ohio campaign, she asserted: "Clinton relishes the chance to talk concretely about the real problems in real people's lives." Describing Clinton's appearance at a fast food diner, McFadden enthused: "Clinton is greeted like a rock star by patrons at the Bob Evans restaurant." During the interview, the ABC journalist asked penetrating questions such as inquiring: "So, how are you?" In an attempt to gingerly address Clinton's string of 11 straight primary... (MediaResearch.org)
Clinton Counting On Female Power Mar 1, 2008
On Thursday, Clinton stopped at a Bob Evans Restaurant in Rio Grande, Ohio, and made a bee line for the counter and the all-female wait staff. She posed for pictures, arms around them for a photo op worthy of the "Nine to Five" song that often is featured at her events. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Clinton counts on female power Strong support among women seen as best way... Feb 29, 2008
" On Thursday, Clinton stopped at a Bob Evans restaurant in Rio Grande, Ohio, and made a beeline for the counter and the all-female waitstaff. She posed for pictures, arms around them for a photo op worthy of the "Nine to Five" song that often is featured at her events. "I've waited tables before," she told them. "That was when I was much younger. " Ohio Democrats say women here admire her for the barriers she has broken down and the troubles she has overcome. That goodwill, they say, coupled... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
* Goodwill hunting? CHbH Dec 18, 2007
Bob Evans, dressed as a traditional Santa Claus in this file photo dated Dec. 5, 2003, at the Maryland Christmas Show in Frederick, Md. US.. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
African states rally behind Robert Mugabe Nov 29, 2007
Bob Evans, Anaheim, California. The African leaders have taken a commendable stance. (Times Online)
Lubys could be pushed into sale or restructuring by shareholder Ramius, sources say Nov 10, 2007
Rivals include Bob Evans Farms, Buffets Holdings, CBRL Group, Dennys, and Ryans Restaurant Group. Spokespersons for both Lubys and Ramius declined to comment. (FT.com -- Markets)
Chef Brandon King at Bettis Grille 36 drives hard and fast -- in the kitchen and on the racetrack. Sep 6, 2007
" Yes, he has a temper, but "it doesn't rear its head too often," Mr. Shiller said. Once Mr. King got a job washing dishes at Bob Evans at age 14, the son of a Big Lots executive caught the cooking bug. He has a staggering 32 new restaurants under his belt, including Eddie George's Grille 27 in Columbus as well as Dave and Buster's and Mitchell's restaurants in the Waterfront. That breakneck pace may explain this rather curious chef stat: he has broken six cell phones -- dropping some in soup... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
BuckeyeSports.com Hotels Aug 24, 2007
The Varsity Inn is just a stones throw from the Horseshoe at 1445 Olentangy River Road and sits between the Buckeye Hall of Fame Caf and Bob Evans. Plenty of other dining and shopping is within easy walking distance. (Bucknuts.com)
Jockey Club favors ban on steroids Aug 22, 2007
Bob Evans, the chief executive officer of Churchill Downs Inc., said during a presentation that Churchill believes that the current economic model governing the distribution of racing signals and the compensation that the industry receives from account wagering has a "fatal flaw" that is being magnified by the practices of Television Games Network. Because of that flaw, Evans said, the current system "costs too much" and needs to be reworked. (ESPN -- Horse Racing)
Stocks to Watch Aug 8, 2007
Bob Evans Farms Inc.'s () July same-store sales rose 4. 4 percent at Bob Evans Restaurants and fell 1. (Fox News)
Twice Told Tales: Mt. pleasant is a city of 'firsts' Jul 31, 2007
1963 - Football team (coached by Bob Evans) state champions 2000 - Boys track team wins first in state competition 2002 - Girls cross-country state champion runners 2004, 2005 and 2006 - Girls track and field champion state teams. 2005 and 2006 - Girls cheerleaders first place state competition * I recently came across an article from the Mt. Pleasant News telling of a letter dated, March 28, 1968, which stated Mt. Pleasant's presentation to the Housing and Finance Agency had earned a first-time... (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Opinion: Horse racing needs to change its approach Jul 13, 2007
Thats the message Churchill Downs president Bob Evans sent to all of racing in a speech he made before the Kentucky Farm Managers organization earlier this week. Is Evans right. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mallery Nyman is marking 10 years as a cancer survivor at Relay for Life Jun 21, 2007
Not only is she cancer free, she s now a restaurant manager for Bob Evans and in addition, an advocate for the American Cancer Society who lobbies both in Lansing and Washington, D.C. to promote cancer research and funding. On Friday she will be an ambassador in the Wexford County Relay for Life, speaking about her experience and leading one of the three survivor laps. (Cadillac News, MI)
Go-Betweens a hit 30 years on Jun 8, 2007
So if you can manage to get Sarah Blasko, Darren Hanlon, Josh Pyke, Dave McCormack, Dan Kelly, Bob Evans and members of The Grates and Augie March together for one project, chances are it s something special ... Write Your Adventures Down A Tribute to The Go-Betweens, featuring Bob Evans, Josh Pyke, Sarah Blasko and many more is in stores June 16. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL May 2, 2007
"Paramount head Bob Evans wanted new music written by Henry Mancini," Murch told the audience. "Bob felt the movie already was too dark and wanted to energize it by more upbeat music.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Racetracks without slots facing challenges May 1, 2007
Bob Evans, the track's chief operating officer, said Churchill Downs has lost 25 percent of its income to riverboats across the Ohio River. And Evans and his predecessor, Tom Meeker, say without the addition of slots revenue in Kentucky soon, racing in their state will begin to look much like it does in Maryland, where it is economically challenged to keep pace. (Sunspot.net -- Sports)
Sentinel Super 6 Apr 25, 2007
Who was the Orlando Magic's most valuable player this year. Results are not scientific. (Orlando Sentinel -- Sports)
West Harrison, Lo-Ma boys open track season at Jerome Howe Apr 18, 2007
Curtis Rife added a second place in the high jump (5'10"), while Steve McDonald finished in third place in the 100 m dash (11.48). Logan-Magnolia and West Harrison will be at the Big Reds Relays on Thursday night, and the Bob Evans Relays next Tuesday in Logan. 2007 Jerome Howe Relays Final Team Standings 1. Tri-Center 104; 2. Fremont-Mills 81; 3. Treynor 71; 4. AHST 61; 5. Essex 60; 6. Griswold 59; 7. Logan-Magnolia 30; 8. West Harrison 26; 9. Malvern-Nishna Valley 20; 10. Riverside 19; 11. Elk... (Missouri Valley Times News, IA)
Weather strikes again, postpones Tuesday sports Apr 17, 2007
EH-K boys track at Bob Evans Relays (Logan), Cancelled. I-K-M girls golf at Denison, make-up pending. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Wednesday Back in Time 04-11-2007 Apr 12, 2007
Plainview firefighters were called to 1009 Baltimore where a fire broke out in a car owned by Mrs. Bob Evans. The small fire was the result of a short in the wiring. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
2012 Olympics: boon or burden? Mar 16, 2007
Posted by Bob Evans on March 16, 2007 2:52 AM. With a change of government, the Olympics might yet reap benefits for the UK. Contracts need to be buttoned up very tight with sensible penalty clauses to ensure new facilities are built on time and within budget. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Churchill Downs, Magna team up again Mar 6, 2007
"We're making these changes because we've listened to our customers,'' CDI president Bob Evans said. "They want better wagering products, better racing television and a better online experience. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Mike Miller to Leave CFO Post at Churchill Downs Incorporated Jan 19, 2007
"Being part of CDI's management team has been a tremendous experience, and I appreciate the opportunity I've had to serve the Company and its shareholders. I now have another opportunity to work with a growing company that will provide new challenges for me. I want to thank Bob Evans and Tom Meeker for their leadership and support over the years, as well as my team of employees for their hard work and dedication.". CDI's President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Evans said, "We are disappointed... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Football field to bear Bob Evans' name Jan 11, 2007
" Bob Jensen, current football coach and athletic director for MPCHS, initiated the process for naming the field after Bob Evans. He lured Evans to the school under the pretense of talking about team defense strategy for next fall's team. "I thought it was crazy that he'd want to get together on the night of the big ball game (Florida vs Ohio State). " Evans had led his football teams to four undefeated seasons - 1958, 1959, 1960 and 1968. You can read the entire story in our Jan. 9 issue.... (Washington Journal, IA)
Best Western robbed Sunday Dec 27, 2006
Both the Dollar General on East Wilson Boulevard and Bob Evans Restaurant on Railway Lane were robbed Dec. 13 and the Hallmark Store on Maryland Avenue, United Petroleum on Pennsylvania Avenue and Roxy's Liquors on East Wilson Boulevard were robbed earlier in the month. In each incident, police said the suspects were wearing dark-colored clothing, hooded sweatshirts and sometimes ski masks. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Not again: St. Albert upends Lo-Ma for second straight year Nov 2, 2006
Mistakes, penalties and turnovers doomed Lo-Ma from the beginning as the Falcons easily pounded their rivals 35-0 at Bob Evans Field. It was the second straight year St. Albert has turned Lo-Ma away after losing to them in the regular season. (Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil, IA)
Australia's music industry night of nights Oct 31, 2006
Three awards went to Perth, with Eskimo Joe, last year's winner of the best group category, winning the best single award - for the title track of its album Black Fingernails, Red Wine - and the best DVD award, and Bob Evans being named best adult contemporary artist for Suburban Songbook. There were multiple celebrations in Brisbane. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rockers scoop music awards Oct 31, 2006
Bob Evans, aka Jebediah frontman Kevin Mitchell, won took out the award for Best Adult Contemporary Artist for his solo album Suburban Songbook. Troy Cassar-Daley picked up Best Country Album for Brighter Day, The Audreys won Best Blues and Roots Album for Between Last Night and Us while serial winners The Wiggles were victors again with Racing to the Rainbow voted Best Children's Album. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Wolfmother Winners at Australian Music Awards Oct 31, 2006
U.S.-based twin sisters The Veronicas won Best Pop Release for their debut album "The secret life of..." and Bob Evans won Best Adult Contemporary Album for "Suburban Songbook.". The hard luck story of the night was Melbourne's Augie March who were nominated for four awards, Best Group, Best Rock Album and Album of the Year (Moo, You Bloody Choir) and Single of the Year (One Crowded Hour) but failed to win a trophy. (OhmyNews International)
ARIA award winners Oct 30, 2006
Best adult contemporary artist Bob Evans - Suburban Songbook (Capitol/EMI. Announced at Nominations event on September 13, 2006. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
2006 ARIA Awards complete winners list Oct 30, 2006
Best Adult Contemporary Artist Bob Evans - Suburban Songbook (Capitol/EMI). Best Cover Art - Announced at Nominations event on September 13, 2006 Debaser - Bernard Fanning - Tea and Sympathy (Dew Process/UMA). (VHI.com -- Undercover Music News)
2006 ARIA Award Nominees Announced Sep 13, 2006
Best Adult Contemporary Artist Bob Evans - Suburban Songbook (Capitol/EMI) Human Nature - Reach Out: The Motown Record (Columbia) Tex, Don & Charlie - All Is Forgiven (UMA) The Whitlams - Little Cloud (Black Yak Records/WMA) Various Artists - She Will Have Her Way: The Songs of Tim & Neil Finn (Capitol/EMI) ... Best Male Artist Bernard Fanning - Tea and Sympathy (Dew Process/UMA) Ben Lee We're All In This Together (Inertia Recordings) Bob Evans - Suburban Songbook (Capitol/EMI) Dan Kelly -... (VHI.com -- Undercover Music News)
Eagles' fortunes might be tied to health Aug 18, 2006
Running backs Bob Evans (5-10/170), a senior, and Jeff Demps (5-10/165), a junior, can break off a long run from anywhere on the field. Evans also can be split out as a wide receiver. (Orlando Sentinel -- Sports)
Bob Evans Farms Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2006 Financial... Jun 6, 2006
PR Newswire Business News: Bob Evans Farms Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2006 Financial Results; May Same-Store Sales - MSN Money ... Bob Evans Farms Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2006 Financial Results; May Same-Store Sales ... Bob Evans Farms, Inc.(). (CNBC -- Research Alerts)
Laura Imbruglia Completes Her Album Apr 19, 2006
Meantime, Laura is out on tour with Josh Pyke and Bob Evans. Dates are. (VHI.com -- Undercover Music News)
Cardiff fans hope for 1927 repeat Jan 7, 2006
Chief Superintendent Bob Evans said: "I know Cardiff fans will be looking forward immensely to this game. "Travelling to London to watch the match at Highbury is all part of what should be an exciting and entertaining event for all involved. "We want the event to go smoothly and for Cardiff's reputation to continue to go from strength-to-strength nationally. "This is why we are issuing this advice and taking steps to clamp down on the alcohol law that applies to special coaches and trains. (BBC News -- UK)
