Family forgives as they learn how their son died Jul 3, 2008
" According to the Army, his rank was reduced to private, he was given six months confinement and a bad conduct discharge.Still a heroThough Austin did not die in combat, his family believes he still died a hero on duty to defend his country. It s a job that was supposed to be over on Aug. 31, 2007, but Austin s time was extended. He had been in the Army for three years, spending six months in Afghanistan. He d found out in July that he d be going to Iraq. He told Cathy good-bye in an emotional... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
More of this story Jun 25, 2008
We listen to the council spend money on flagpoles, mowers, tractors, trucks, etc. but nothing to protect us. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
100,000-plus spectators to descend on Valley Jun 20, 2008
As usual, a medium-sized town will spring up on 50 acres, the RV lot across from the race track where NASCAR fans erect towering flagpoles and campsites with party apparatus ranging from simple beer kegs to elaborate bars and lounging accessories. One family vowed last year to bring a full-sized pool table to this year's race if they could find a truck big enough to carry it. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
FALLBROOK: Eagle Scout project honors Iraq war vets Jun 13, 2008
Upon hearing his idea, the president of the chapter encouraged Nick to develop the monument so it could be installed near the flagpoles in front of the VFW hall at 1175 Old Stage Road. "We feel good about it," said the elder Kovsky. (North County Times)
Visiting sailors' Rose Festival hangout in Portland closed Jun 7, 2008
Some didn't want any flagpoles or noise -- or insisted on catering themselves. "That's not what this is all about," says Akin, a Vietnam veteran who took over the hospitality room in 1991 with his wife, Rita. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Man recreates Normandy cemetery on front yard Jun 6, 2008
He also erected seven flagpoles, a sign explaining the display and a tiny shack where visitors can sign a guest book and take away literature about the real cemetery, where the remains of 9,387 servicemen and women are interred on bluffs overlooking the English Channel. Maddlone's black-and-white cat, Christopher, patrols the grounds. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Monument to local heroes 10 years old and growing May 26, 2008
Two flagpoles stand as twin guardians over the site. All the elements focus on the granite slabs. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Cohasset Cove May 21, 2008
More than 400 American flags, measuring 3 by 5 feet on 8-foot-tall flagpoles, line a grassy embankment at Summer and Border streets ... The flagpoles are labeled with the names of those being honored ... Some flagpoles are sponsored by businesses, retail shops or organizations. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
At least 10,000 dead in China quake that crushed schools May 13, 2008
"Power poles and flagpoles were shaking. Buildings shook, and I could hear windows rattle," said Shen Jianfeng, a teacher at the Southwest University for Nationalities. Shen said mobile phone service had been interrupted, leaving him unable to contact his wife and mother. (Anchorage Daily News)
Island Boy Scout receives Eagle medal Apr 19, 2008
The challenge to oversee the replacement of two flagpoles and the landscaping was undertaken and the work began. "The challenge was that we had to use Florida native plants specific to that area." said Hatt. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Editorial: Bigots Target Rugged Cross Mar 29, 2008
At 12 feet high, it certainly has a lower profile than many flagpoles and telephone poles that dot the valley ridgelines. Their closest neighbors are over a quarter-mile away. (KSBW 8, CA)
Riders With a Reason Mar 29, 2008
The SAL recently made a $500 donation to the Legion Riders to purchase the flags and flagpoles needed for the riders to mount special flags on their bikes for these types of events. The Legion Riders also will be part of the Patriot Guard providing a motorcycle escort at the funeral of any soldier killed in the line of duty. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Brave Woman Sprinter Leads Iraqi Olympics Charge Mar 28, 2008
Bare flagpoles and cracked concrete stands ring the field as other would-be Olympians do sprint training. "It is the only stadium that is suitable for practising, it is better than nothing," said Abdul-Razzaq. (Planet Ark, United States)
Soldier saluted in death Mar 21, 2008
It passed Veterans Memorial Park, where the dual flagpoles held their stars and stripes and the North Carolina state flag at half-staff. Smaller flags on sticks lined the sidewalks and families in the park stopped whatever they were doing and held hands to chests. (The Daily Reflector)
Cell tower proposal unsettling Mar 20, 2008
But neighbors sometimes object because towers block views and lack visual appeal unless they're disguised as flagpoles or trees, which might be an option in this case, depending on feedback from communities. The communities potentially affected are the Highfields at Rolling Road neighborhood to the northwest, Cowdensville to the north, Arbour Manor Park to the east and Huntsmoor Park to the south. (Arbutus Times, MD)
Hughes 'close' despite recent struggles Mar 20, 2008
The first night game played in the history of McKechnie Field, Wednesday's 12-9 Yankees win, will be remembered more for high winds that convinced the 20 flagpoles beyond center field to whip decidedly left. "For the most part, I seem to get roughed up every Spring Training," said Hughes, who surrendered three home runs in his first two innings. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Protest in Kalamazoo Tuesday for fifth anniversary of war Mar 18, 2008
On Tuesday, March 18, at 4:30 p.m., there will be a gathering at the flagpoles outside of Sangren Hall to speak out for an end to the war and a call to bring the troops home. Campuses around the nation and WMU in particular have not seen many major demonstrations against the war, but activists on the campus could not let the anniversary pass without some action. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Falling behind in count haunts Felix Mar 17, 2008
Hart's ball was hit so hard, in fact, that it landed near the flagpoles located well beyond the Mariners' bullpen in left field. "Those guys can hit and they power," Hernandez said. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Veterans memorials plentiful in Chippewa County Feb 29, 2008
The flagpoles form the letter W, to honor Wisconsin residents who have lost their lives protecting the lives of others. Besides veterans, the park honors firefighters, police officers and sheriff s deputies. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The Earth Has More Than One North Pole Feb 29, 2008
Then there is the geographic north pole, also known as "true north." This is the spot in the Arctic Ocean where all the man-made lines of longitude converge on a map as well as the conceptual point on the that countless explorers sought to stab with their national banner bearing flagpoles, beginning in 1827 with British rear admiral, Sir William Edward Parry. Somewhat related to the geographic north pole is the considerably less famous instantaneous north pole, where Earth's rotational axis... (Scientific American)
Road Kill Silenced Feb 25, 2008
He carved the statues atop the flagpoles at the Old State House in Hartford and was the lead carver in the refurbishing of the carousel horses at Bushnell Park. He has taught sculpture and woodcarving at the University of Hartford and the University of Connecticut, and he has a master's of fine arts degree from Vermont College in Montpelier. (FOX61, CT)
Enough With the New Countries Feb 25, 2008
But just as often it doesn't work, and with 192 current members of the United Nations and limited space for new flagpoles out front, I'd suggest it's time to close the books. Consider Quebec: Separatists north of the border still agitate for a split from Canada, evidently believing that that now would be a great time to establish a Little France right next door to the United States, since Americans always react so happily to all things French and what better tonic for a struggling global economy... (Time.com)
Lenox trees may get the ax Feb 20, 2008
The mall's beautification plans include improvements to the retaining wall and removing the dated flagpoles. "The removal and replacement of the specific trees requested will allow an improved ... visibility for the mall entrance, the department stores and the mall's Marque [sic] sign," mall officials wrote to the city of Atlanta's Arborist Division. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sundance film a valentine to Chicago Feb 6, 2008
" It isn't hard for Kinney 00002F84 to trace the roots of that partisanship. He grew up in central Illinois, "right down the middle between Cardinals and Cubs," he says. "People run Cardinals flags up their flagpoles, and Cubs fans are doing it on the other side of town. I remember physical confrontations about it. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Microsoft eyes Yahoo to topple Google Feb 2, 2008
This set of flagpoles sits at one of the entrances to Microsoft Corporation in Redmond, Wash. Monday, Oct.19, 1998. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Weasel words won't hide monstrous shame Feb 1, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Alan RamseyFebruary 2, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Linn County Veterans Memorial Takes Jan 15, 2008
Pacific Power: drilling and setting flagpoles. The Association will continue to sell commemorative bricks for the wall of honor for living veterans at 50 each. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Tailgaters join Patriots in pursuit of perfection Jan 6, 2008
FOXBOROUGH - Back in the day, they showed up at Patriots games with a 13-inch Hibachi grill, makeshift flagpoles, and a measly 19-inch TV. One guy didn't even have a ticket ... The Irish flag and red Patriot banners that mark their turf now fly from 20-foot-tall fiberglass flagpoles. (Boston Globe)
The Mariners miracle Dec 9, 2007
Along the bridge, about 20 flagpoles boldly state the name of the local football team: the Central Coast Mariners. In another time and place, such mainstream promotion of a football club might have seemed uneasy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A our best: OSU faculty member receives award Dec 4, 2007
For his Eagle Scout project, Mayer designed and constructed a Veterans Memorial located at the Philomath Scout Lodge property including engraved boulders and a memorial garden, and he installed flagpoles for the American flag, Oregon flag and Philomath Scout Lodge flag. With the help of Troop members and various community volunteers, his project took 117 hours to complete. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
John, we know ye not - Libs' undue rush to wipe slate Dec 3, 2007
Nelson is about to learn that leading and unifying a party requires a lot more than waffling about values and forcing schools to erect flagpoles. The danger for the party as the introspection unfolds is the destruction of Howard's legacy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
• Simply A Leader Nov 30, 2007
O'Neill, a B-29 turret gunner who saw combat in Korea, was buried with military honors at a grave site beneath two flagpoles and a semicircular stand of pine trees. An honor guard fired a 19-gun salute with M-16 rifles, two A-10 jets flew overhead beneath a canopy of gray clouds, and a bugler from the First Company, Governor's Foot Guard, sounded taps. (FOX61, CT)
Native Daughters celebrate anniversary Nov 29, 2007
They provide state (and United States) flags to institutions with unused flagpoles. They plant California poppies along roadsides. (Daily Triplicate)
Analysis: With the world watching, Abbas is flying high Nov 27, 2007
There is no Israeli flag flying from any of the four flagpoles outside the Washington hotel where Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and the rest of the Israeli delegation are staying for this week's Annapolis summit. Security concerns, presumably. (Jerusalem Post)
What should Rudd do in his first 100 days? Nov 26, 2007
The media (not usually that Labor-friendly) may be jumping all over it, but Howard and his blasted flagpoles, and the like. Sounds rather more American than anything Rudd has pulled thus far. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Veterans seek memorial at site Nov 13, 2007
The new memorial will feature five pedestals of granite and three flagpoles. Olsen started at Point Man Ministries in July, but she s already spearheading the push to make the memorial a reality. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Afghanistan diaryAlastair Leithead sees battles fought and remembered Nov 13, 2007
And then in no time, the flagpoles were down, the cross was folded up into the back of an armoured vehicle and the open ground, with such a stunning view, was back to its daily role of helicopter landing pad. The rest of the day was quiet. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Sacrifice of war hits home for families Nov 12, 2007
It has two flagpoles ... "I have a little red wagon next to the flagpoles, and a little tricycle," he said. (Boston Globe)
Memorial Draws Vets and Families Nov 12, 2007
Before the sun melted the frost, King was deep in thought praying near the flagpoles. "Dear God, please watch over our veterans and our soldiers, my son," said King. (R News)
In their honor Nov 11, 2007
So far, the new veterans memorial at Timber-Linn Park is a concrete pavilion bordered by flagpoles and brick planters and surrounded by a handful of unfinished brick monuments. Nevertheless, said organizers of Saturday s dedication, it is hallowed ground. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Spotty Swan Valley cell coverage raises concerns Nov 11, 2007
Other times, cell towers are built inside flagpoles or designed to look like palm trees. Guynn suggests installing cell phone technology at the top of fire lookouts. (Missoulian, MT)
Football Game-Day Information Nov 6, 2007
Flags and flagpoles, unauthorized banners. Strollers. (Uscsports.com)
Why the Left is Afraid of Praying Young People Nov 5, 2007
This group of teens joined with others who birthed a vision that students all over Texas would meet at their school flagpoles simultaneously to pray ... At 7:00 a.m. on that date, more than 45,000 students met at their school flagpoles in four different states to pray ... One million students gathered on September 11, 1991 at flagpoles from Massachusetts to California. (Townhall.com)
Left behind in a city stampede Nov 3, 2007
There is a grand new community square with three shiny flagpoles and fluttering red Chinese flags. The village has had a revolutionary facelift to match its shiny patriotic name. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Fans of starry skies take a dim view Nov 2, 2007
Many flagpoles around town are lit from the top instead of the bottom, so light isn't wasted in the sky. Car dealers here don't leave lights on after they close. (USA Today -- Tech)
Cheneys Staff Says He Never Saw Confederate Flag Oct 31, 2007
Flags are normally flown on flagpoles not in garages. When you are hunting, you are more alert to your surroundings than when you are hanging around the clubhouse. (New York Times)
Sunderland Foundation helps Bethany College Oct 30, 2007
In its place is a promenade of flags, featuring a cobblestone walkway, large plants and flagpoles. The phase also includes the renovated Hahn Gymnasium parking lot and a replaced main sewer line on campus. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Town looks for veterans Oct 23, 2007
In addition to a concrete stage with permanent electrical equipment, the project includes a series of brass plaques on the Green's central pavilion and two lighted flagpoles. Mayor Warin Parker said locating the memorial on the Town Green was an appropriate way to thank Windsor veterans as it was the focal point of the community. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
MVFCO Dedicates New Fire Station Oct 19, 2007
Hoover gave a special nod of thanks to the Woodsmen of the World for donating the new fire station s three flagpoles as well as the building s dedication stone. He also thanked Paul and Jane MacDonald for the donation of the American flag that flies atop the station s centerpiece flagpole. (Fulton County News, PA)
Locals Lambaste Plan To Build Telecom Tower Oct 19, 2007
Friday October 19, 2007. (Colin Gustafson) C.B. 5 member Tony Nunziato, right, says a rooftop cell phone tower would be “an absolute disgrace” to Maspeth. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
World War II veteran is keeping flagpole in front yard, which is against HOA rules Oct 17, 2007
The Salem Fields HOA property manager, who asked to not be identified, has said that the guidelines prohibit "permanent free-standing flagpoles." But the HOA's main office on Rappahannock Drive has a flagpole, that until recently, flew an American flag ... The property manager has said that the rule prohibiting flagpoles was created before Stack moved in Jan. 1. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Homecoming invades downtown streets Oct 15, 2007
A crowd that spread from the Old Main patio out to the flagpoles gathered to watch several performances featured in the pep rally. Kim Carapucci (senior-broadcast journalism and Spanish) and Chris Talley (senior-hotel, restaurant and institutional management) were crowned as this year's homecoming queen and king. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Owners of Cope course find innovative ways to keep the game fun Oct 14, 2007
"Each player is issued two clear golf balls that have a mini glowstick inserted in to the center. The flagpoles are wrapped with orange colored lightsticks, and each hole is surrounded with a green, twister glowstick."This can be a little spooky sometimes, especially if a mist settles over the course and the golfers start acting silly. "Len Kilgus said night golf tournaments are usually set up as par-3."Players bring their own flashlights to use in transit and to help find their golf ball," she... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
County Hears Outpour Of Comment On Glatfelter Transaction Oct 13, 2007
The commissioners met with county projects coordinator Karen Kelly, Maynard Bard and Scott Sipes pertaining the placement of three flagpoles donated by Woodsman of the World. A pole will be placed behind each of the county s stone monuments located in front of the Fulton County Courthouse. (Fulton County News, PA)
Wearing Virtue on Our Lapels Oct 10, 2007
When campaigning for president, it's probably best not to insult all those nice Iowans who have flagpoles in their front yards and flag pins in their lapels ... When campaigning for president, it's probably best not to insult all those nice Iowans who have flagpoles in their front yards and flag pins in their lapels. (Townhall.com)
After long search, four found dead in crashed car in upstate NY Oct 3, 2007
Parker described O'Dell, a star on the girls' varsity soccer team, as a "boisterous ... wonderful soul" with a "great sense of humor" who "lived life to the full." Nearby, a few students were tying purple ribbons around flagpoles and two gazebos in front of the Jasper school. After O'Dell's parents split up, she lived with her father until a few years ago when he died from diabetes. (Albany Times Union)
Driver was likely drinking Oct 3, 2007
Nearby, a few students were tying purple ribbons around flagpoles and two gazebos in front of the Jasper school. After O'Dell's parents split up, she lived with her father until a few years ago when he died from diabetes. (Corning Leader, NY)
Why the poles are coming down Sep 29, 2007
The flagpoles around the square will begin coming down next week, as time allows ... One of the IAF's ideas was to remove the flagpoles downtown ... The flagpoles, 158 of them, were installed in 1983, as a previous attempt to beautify downtown in the hopes of boosting business. (Knoxville Journal Express, IA)
Cell towers can't hide from their opponents Sep 28, 2007
They are disguised as flagpoles, lampposts and palm trees. They are hidden behind billboards and inside church steeples. (Las Vegas Sun)
Students seek unity in prayer Sep 27, 2007
Thousands of students across the nation and even in other countries gathered around the flagpoles on their respective campuses to lift up praise and intercession before classes began. ather. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
See you at the pole Sep 25, 2007
The 8 a.m. Prayer At The Pole will be held at the flagpoles at PHS, Liberty Middle School, Southwest and Haskins Elementaries. The USD 438 Skyline pre-rally with doughnuts will be held at the Skyline pole at 7:45 a.m. The Prayer At The Pole will be at 7:55 a.m.. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
She'll fight to keep flag aloft over dad's grave Sep 21, 2007
"We have a set of rules and regulations in the cemetery, and they don't include people being able to erect flagpoles," said Donald MacDonald, chairman of Billerica's Cemetery Commission. Cemetery officials see the flagpole as an extreme example of a troubling trend in the newest section at the 150-year-old Fox Hill graveyard, where neat rows of headstones share space with all manner of personal artifacts. (Boston Globe)
MSU to hold open house for Mississippi's first ‘language house' Sep 9, 2007
Dr. Rob Hardy gave a cash donation that was used to purchase the national flags and flagpoles that line the driveway to the house. Gail Laws of Columbus sent curtains for several rooms and kitchen items that she gleaned from her house and from her friend, Joy Phillips. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Police say Norman shootings triggered by domestic dispute Sep 7, 2007
Navy and Marine Corps flags were among six flags that hung from flagpoles outside of the house. He is also a volunteer with the Oklahoma League for the Blind, according to the organization s Web site. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
3 dead, 1 injured in Norman shooting Sep 6, 2007
Navy and Marine Corps flags were among six flags that hung from flagpoles outside of the house. He is also a volunteer with the Oklahoma League for the Blind and a disabled veteran who has totally lost his deteriorating vision in the last few years, according to the organization s Web site. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
