Men's hoops falls to Seattle Nov 21, 2009
"It was our turnovers and inability to make a quality stop at the end that was the difference," Bulldogs coach Steve Cleveland said. "There was so much hand and body checking and they just allowed it. They stopped blowing the whistle in the second half, and we didn't handle it well.' George scored 24 points for the Bulldogs with nine rebounds, but the forward fouled out with 4:26 left in a 73-73 game.Smith had 24 points -- on 10 for 13 field-goal shooting -- and 10 rebounds. Sylvester Seay added... (Fresno Bee)
Indians put ex-Buchanan star on roster Nov 21, 2009
The Cleveland Indians put infielder Jason Donald on their 40-man roster this morning, protecting the former Buchanan High star in advance of next month's Rule 5 Draft ... Donald, 25, was acquired by Cleveland in the midseason trade that sent star pitcher Cliff Lee to the Philadelphia Phillies. (Fresno Bee)
Knicks pass on Iverson Nov 21, 2009
CLEVELAND: Cleveland center Shaquille O'Neal missed his fourth straight game with a strained right shoulder ... Cleveland coach Mike Brown didn't give a timetable for his return ... Cleveland, however, got forward Anderson Varejao back from a bruised hip after he was inactive Wednesday against Washington. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Recap: Milwaukee vs. Charlotte Nov 21, 2009
Hakim Warrick had 16 points and nine rebounds, and Ersan Ilyasova chipped in 13 points for the surprising Bucks, who have won six of seven and trail first-place Cleveland in the Central division by only a half-game in the early going. Milwaukee, already minus the team's leading scorer the past six seasons in Michael Redd, will now have to carry on without the club's leading rebounder Andrew Bogut, who suffered a lower left leg strain and contusion in Wednesday's win versus New Jersey. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Browns' Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play Sunday Nov 21, 2009
Eric Mangini expects Josh Cribbs to play when the Cleveland Browns go against the Detroit Lions on Sunday ... Cribbs, Cleveland's special teams standout and wide receiver, was listed as questionable on Thursday's injury report. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
New Drug May Be Female Viagra Nov 21, 2009
Second Opinion "The data look good," says Kathleen Segraves, PhD, associate professor of psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland and a sex therapist who reviewed the data for WebMD. "But only clinical experience and actual practice will reveal how clinically useful the effect is.". Case Western Reserve was one of the U.S. study sites for flibanserin, but Segraves was not involved in the study. (CBS News -- Health)
Falcon nears return Nov 21, 2009
RAVENS: Defensive end Dwan Edwards plans to appeal the $5,000 fine he received for a hit delivered to Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joshua Cribbs on Monday night. SEAHAWKS: Josh Wilson is unlikely to play Sunday at Minnesota because of a concussion, leaving Seattle without a starting cornerback against Brett Favre and the high-flying Vikings. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Indians put ex-Buchanan star on roster Nov 21, 2009
The Cleveland Indians put infielder Jason Donald on their 40-man roster this morning, protecting the former Buchanan High star in advance of next month's Rule 5 Draft ... Donald, 25, was acquired by Cleveland in the midseason trade that sent star pitcher Cliff Lee to the Philadelphia Phillies. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Hard-working Gradkowski gives foes new look Nov 21, 2009
Last year's season finale with Cleveland made 12. Gradkowski has replaced Chris Simms, and has been replaced by Tim Rattay. (San Francisco Chronicle)
World Cup will miss Ireland Nov 21, 2009
LeBron James will be pushing hard for Cleveland to get Paul, but the Warriors have far better trading pieces. Although the Hornets aren't in the mood for burdensome contracts (Ellis is due $44 million over the next four years), don't put anything past their ludicrous owner, George Shinn. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Indians add seven to 40-man roster Nov 21, 2009
The Official Site of the Cleveland Indians ... CLEVELAND -- With no shortage of Rule 5-eligible players worthy of protection, the Indians filled up their 40-man roster before Friday's 11:59 p.m. ET deadline. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Thome open to return to White Sox Nov 21, 2009
The last foray into free agency for Thome came prior to the 2003 campaign, when Thome moved from making history as part of the vaunted Cleveland franchise in the American League to launching home runs off of National League hurlers for Philadelphia. That contractual agreement stood at six years, $85 million, with a $13 million option for 2009. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Bogus callers in council tax scam Nov 21, 2009
Redcar and Cleveland Council has warned residents to be on their guard after one man promised homeowners a "no win, no fee" service telling them to expect a 1,500 refund. Cllr Paul Bettison, chairman of LACORS, the Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services, warned that the scam was growing across the country. (BBC News -- UK)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Nov 21, 2009
" Jack Harold Paar was born in Canton, Ohio, in 1918. He quit school at 16 to work as a radio disc jockey. At 20, he announced Cleveland Symphony concerts for that city's CBS radio affiliate. As a member of the U.S. Army stationed in the South Pacific, Paar entertained troops with impersonations and other comic bits during World War II. He returned to radio after the war, appearing on "The Breakfast Club" and "The $64 Question. " He worked as a summer replacement for Jack Benny, a comic... (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
That Was Improvement? Nov 21, 2009
The Lions beat the Browns in the 1952 NFL championship game, 17-7, in Cleveland and again a year later, 17-16, in Detroit ... " --Mangini is fighting back criticism for Brady Quinn throwing a pass to on the final play of the 16-0 loss to the Ravens on Monday night. Cribbs lateraled to and a moment later was flattened with a forearm to the chin by Baltimore defensive lineman . Cribbs was immobilized and taken by ambulance to Cleveland Clinic. He was treated and released early Tuesday morning.... (BerniesInsiders.com)
Selig allowing anyone to wear No. 42 Nov 21, 2009
Selig said he understands the concern raised by several prominent African-American players, such as Minnesota Twins center fielder Torii Hunter and Cleveland Indians starter C.C. Sabathia, that the homage could be diminished with almost one-third of baseball planning to wear No. 42 ... MLB also is considering the Cleveland Indians' request to wear Larry Doby's No. 14 uniform number July 5, according to Sabathia. (Yahoo News -- African Americans)
Edgefield picks Georgia man, despite DUI case Nov 20, 2009
Edgefield County Council members unanimously agreed to offer the job to Alton Brown, of Cleveland, Ga ... On Wednesday, Mr. Brown said by phone from his Cleveland home that he might take the job ... Mr. Brown, one of the original candidates for the position vacated by former administrator John Pettigrew Jr., had removed his name from consideration for the job after information surfaced about a DUI with refusal charge and a charge of open container following a traffic stop by city police on July... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Victims' kin in civil-rights era cases sought Nov 20, 2009
Neimiah Montgomery: He stopped at a gas station on Aug. 10, 1964, in Cleveland and asked the attendant to put gas in his car. Montgomery allegedly refused to pay for the gas and attacked the attendant. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Shea: It's Secret Santa Time! Nov 20, 2009
4 metered-market rating was the lowest MNF game this season) all but doom Clevelands chances at serious national spotlight consideration for the foreseeable future ... Crains Cleveland Business, the sister publication of the magazine I write for in Detroit, has a cover story this week featuring a large photo of a Browns fan with a paper bag over their head, and the headline Cant Bear To Watch ... Of course, Cleveland Browns fans are masochists, so well return year after year for... (BerniesInsiders.com)
A Come-Through Story: The 1924 Big Game Nov 20, 2009
The advantage, if any, was given to , for Norm Cleveland, starting Stanford left halfback, had been declared ineligible three days before the match ... Cleveland's ineligibility coupled with the continued loss of fullback Ernie Nevers from ankle injuries seemed to be a heavy blow to the Cards ... Warner was known to have built his system about the kicking and passing of Cleveland. (TheBootleg.com)
Lewis Named A Unitas Award Finalist Nov 20, 2009
Other past winners include (Boston College), who is now with the Atlanta Falcons; (Notre Dame, 2006), now with the Cleveland Browns; the Arizona Cardinals (USC, 2005), (Ole Miss, 2003) of the New York Giants; the Cincinnati Bengals (USC, 2002); and the Indianapolis Colts (Tennessee, 1997). When you consider how many great college QBs have won the Golden Arm Award and have gone on to play in the NFL, it is clear that this award has become a significant barometer for future success in the... (TheDevilsDen.com)
Turning Point: Jeremiah Castille Nov 20, 2009
So we got through the season, and we were in the play-offs and before we played the Cleveland Browns, I had a chance to pray ... "I had read an article in the paper before we played that Denver would get beat that year because the year before John Elway had beaten the Cleveland Browns in the last minute with what they call 'The Drive.' And this year they were predicting we would get beat. So I just prayed to the Lord to let me get in that game and make something happen. "We went up by 18 points... (BamaMag.com)
Bell Lines plans 400 jobs in Kings Mountain Nov 20, 2009
Taylor says Bell Lines owner Charles Lohr, who ran Carolina Western 30 years ago, has long wanted to reopen the Cleveland County terminal. Within the next three months, Bell Lines will operate long-haul, less-than-truckload and dedicated trucks from the facility. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Selig allowing anyone to wear No. 42 Nov 20, 2009
Selig said he understands the concern raised by several prominent African-American players, such as Minnesota Twins center fielder Torii Hunter and Cleveland Indians starter C.C. Sabathia, that the homage could be diminished with almost one-third of baseball planning to wear No. 42 ... MLB also is considering the Cleveland Indians' request to wear Larry Doby's No. 14 uniform number July 5, according to Sabathia. (Yahoo News -- African Americans)
Favre, Peterson up for awards Nov 20, 2009
Peterson won the award in Week 1 after a 180-yard, three-touchdown effort against the Cleveland Browns. Joining Favre among the nominees is Colts QB , who threw four touchdowns, two interceptions and completed 28 of 44 passes for 327 yards in a last-minute win over the Patriots. (OUInsider.com)
Value Meter: Cardinals' Warner and Fitzgerald will stay hot Nov 20, 2009
Value Meter: Warner and Fitzgerald will stay hot - Fantasy Joe: Fantasy Football News, Draft Information, and Player Rankings - USATODAY.com. Value Meter: Warner and Fitzgerald will stay hot. (USA Today -- Sports)
VIDEOS, BARACK OBAMA ESSAY Nov 20, 2009
Cleveland Williams is spreadeagled on the canvas as referee Harry Kessler sends Muhammad Ali to a neutral corner during their heavyweight bout at the Astrodome in Houston, Nov. 14, 1966. (AP Photo). (USA Today -- Sports)
Week Eleven Team Rankings Nov 20, 2009
32) : I haven't seen an offense this pathetic since, well, last year's version of the Cleveland offense. At least their defense, despite the injuries at linebacker, is somewhat competitive. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Dodgers May Want to Bring Martinez Home Nov 20, 2009
According to their agent, Keith Grunewald, the Dodgers are interested in Mark DeRosa, a 34-year-old utility man who played first, second and third base, as well as the two corner outfield positions, for the Cleveland Indians and St. Louis Cardinals last season. He hit. (NY Mets, TheInsiders.com)
Rogers' Return: No Big Deal Nov 20, 2009
Lions coach Jim Schwartz said some good things about Rogers in his call with the Cleveland media and when Rogers was told, he smiled and said. Why would they say anything else, he said. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Inside the Brain of Mr. Optimism Nov 20, 2009
Will his optimism outlast a three-hour assault of Cleveland football ... If not, Gruden is going to have to learn these players names if he wants to coach this team Regardless, that may be the second longest play of the night for Cleveland ... What is the offensive philosophy in Cleveland right now. (BerniesInsiders.com)
BC-US--Best Sellers-Books-USAToday Nov 20, 2009
Cincinnati, Cleveland), Powell's Books (Portland, Ore. Powells. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Williams leads Dolphins over Panthers 24-17 Nov 20, 2009
The Cleveland Browns are being beaten and beaten down by coach Eric Mangini. Mike Singletary didn't exactly hand it to his old team. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Diamondbacks acquire RHP Aaron Heilman from Cubs Nov 20, 2009
The Mets traded him to Seattle last December in a three-way deal involving Cleveland. Seven weeks later, the Mariners shipped him to the Cubs for utility infielder Ronny Cedeno and left-hander Garrett Olson. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Royals announce 2010 spring schedule Nov 20, 2009
The Official Site of the Kansas City Royals. Club to host 13 different teams in Cactus League action. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Woman who drove teens to shooting pleads Nov 20, 2009
Three teenagers, Nigee Sanders, 16, Daquan Alfonz Breland, 19, and Jacquan Cleveland Breland, 19, have also been charged for their alleged involvement in the shooting. All three teenagers are cousins, Budelmann said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Drake, Kid Cudi, Wale Named 'Gangsta Killers Of The Year' By GQ Nov 20, 2009
" "Anybody from Cleveland will tell you, I wasn't in the street," Kid Cudi said. "Ask them, they'll say, 'Scotty was the goofy class clown. " The article points out the contrast between songs about "duct-taped kilos, exotic firearms, and freaky girls" and the lyrics of this up-and-coming generation of rappers. Cudi's introspective raps have helped secure him a dedicated following that propelled his single, "Day N' Nite," into a top-five hit and stoner anthem, and his debut album, sold over... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Affable, emotional TV host turned viewers on to late-night talk Nov 20, 2009
" Jack Harold Paar was born in Canton, Ohio, in 1918. He quit school at 16 to work as a radio disc jockey. At 20, he announced Cleveland Symphony concerts for that city's CBS radio affiliate. As a member of the U.S. Army stationed in the South Pacific, Paar entertained troops with impersonations and other comic bits during World War II. He returned to radio after the war, appearing on "The Breakfast Club" and "The $64 Question. " He worked as a summer replacement for Jack Benny, a comic... (Yahoo News -- Jack Parr)
Midwest Notebook: Playoff Risers and More Nov 20, 2009
In a 30-13 win over Cleveland St. Ignatius, Glenville safety picked off four passes from Pittsburgh bound quarterback. Anderson is one of the best ballhawks in the country and showed his speed and open field skill, returning one of the interceptions 100 yards for a touchdown. (BroncosIllustrated.com)
NUL teams with On Deck Capital Nov 20, 2009
National Urban League teams with On Deck Capital to provide loans - Philadelphia Business Journal. for free extra services. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Huey Long, ACORN & Obama: Share The Wealth Nov 20, 2009
On October 12, 2008, Candidate Obama, while walking through a neighborhood in the suburbs of Cleveland told Joe "The Plumber" Wurzelbacher, "I think when you spread the wealth around, it's good for everybody.". The statement made national headlines, at the time, because although Obama was suspected of being on the far left the comment made people wonder if he had socialist leanings. (Townhall.com)
NFL Injury Report Nov 19, 2009
CLEVELAND BROWNS at DETROIT LIONS-BROWNS: DNP: WR Joshua Cribbs (neck), TE Steve Heiden (ankle), T John St. Clair (shoulder), RB Lawrence Vickers (shoulder), P Dave Zastudil (right knee). LIMITED: LB David Bowens (knee), DE Kenyon Coleman (groin), G Rex Hadnot (knee), RB Jamal Lewis (ankle), DT Shaun Rogers (back), WR Chansi Stuckey (calf). (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Bulls Win Opener on the Road 67-61 over SMU Nov 19, 2009
- The University of South Florida opened the season with SMU for the second-straight season and the Bulls hit the road for the season opener for the first time in Coach Stan Heath's tenure at USF. The Bulls beat SMU, 60-46, in the opener last year, and lost to Cleveland State, 73-70, in the first round of the Glenn Wilkes Classic, held at USF.. - Head coach Stan Heath is entering his 23rd season of coaching, ninth as a head coach and third at USF. He has posted a 134-118 overall record and is... (CollegeInsiders.com)
Home not sweet to some Nov 19, 2009
Suffering fans of the Cleveland Indians or Chicago Cubs have little, other than legitimate in-game access to alcohol, on fans of the four ACC schools in the state of North Carolina ... The Cleveland Browns are being beaten and beaten down by coach Eric Mangini. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Stocks slip on technology, housing numbers Nov 19, 2009
Joe Heider, president of Dawson Wealth Management in Cleveland, said investors are trying to determine whether the slowdown signaled weakness in the economy or a reluctance among builders to break ground when the future of a homebuyers' tax credit was uncertain. Lawmakers extended a tax credit for first-time home buyers through June. (USA Today -- Money)
Different Team, Different Results Nov 19, 2009
They close their season at Cleveland. The Jaguars will probably need at least 10 victories to make the playoffs. (CrossBones.com)
Tribe opportunity perfect fit for Alomar Nov 19, 2009
The Official Site of the Cleveland Indians ... CLEVELAND -- When Sandy Alomar Jr. returned to the ballpark formerly known as Jacobs Field this past summer for his induction into the Indians Hall of Fame, he had no idea he'd be back as a Tribe coach in 2010 ... "They were great to me. These were special circumstances. Coming to Cleveland, close to my family, and being with a franchise I have a lot of great memories with ... this is an opportunity I couldn't let pass by.". (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Acta focused on quick Tribe start Nov 19, 2009
The Official Site of the Cleveland Indians ... CLEVELAND -- Manny Acta is nearing the end of his first month on the job as the Indians' manager. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Hot Stove to kick off quietly for Tribe Nov 19, 2009
The Official Site of the Cleveland Indians ... CLEVELAND -- Free agency officially begins at 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Josh Cribbs: Trip to Hospital "Precautionary" Nov 19, 2009
Taking bad offensive thinking to a new level or depth, as it were -- the Browns, down 16-0 to the , played hot potato with the ball after threw 10 yards to wide receiver Joshua Cribbs to the Cleveland 45 as time expired ... In any event, Cribbs did not get up and had to be carted off the field and into an area near the entrance to the Browns locker room, where he was carefully placed onto a stretcher and into an ambulance and rushed to a hospital, presumably Cleveland Clinic, with whom the... (CollegeInsiders.com)
Brignac poised for breakthrough season Nov 19, 2009
On May 22, he collected his first Major League hit against the Marlins in Miami; three days later at Cleveland, the rookie collected his first Major League RBI; and on June 12 against the Nationals, he stole his first career base. But it wasn't until his third stint with the Rays this season that Brignac really seemed to get comfortable, and the results showed. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Taylor Swift Greeting Cards Coming Soon Nov 19, 2009
CLEVELAND, Nov. 18, 2009 ... The Cleveland-based company said Tuesday that cards, gift wrap, stationery, online greetings and other related products overseen by Swift will begin appearing in the spring. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
It's a boy: Zoo tortoise reveals mistaken identity Nov 19, 2009
CLEVELAND (AP) Zookeepers in Cleveland are the ones feeling slow because after more than 50 years, the tortoise they called "Mary" is actually a male. Officials at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo say it can be tough to establish the sex of a giant tortoise because the reproductive organs normally aren't visible. (USA Today -- News)
Sight Gone, but Not Necessarily Lost? Nov 19, 2009
Authors on the paper are Yin Ye, Yanshu Wang, Hugh Cahill, Tudor Badea, Philip Smallwood and Nathans of Johns Hopkins, and Minzhong Yu and Neal Peachey of the Cole Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
Face Transplant Patient Can Smell, Taste, Breathe Normally Nov 19, 2009
Last Dec. 9, eight surgeons from the Cleveland Clinic replaced 80 percent of Culp's face and jaw during a 22-hour operation. The donor was a woman who had been pronounced brain dead and was a match for Culp's age, race and skin complexion. (MEDLINEplus)
Clardy's Corner: Unmitigated Glee Nov 19, 2009
A Mayan calendar has a longer future than Eric Mangini does right now in Cleveland. Not a Pac-10 thought, but oh, the things you find on YouTube: Weird Al Yankovic, the other Julie Brown, and LL Cool J squaring off as contestants in a celebrity edition of MTVs Remote Control. (TheBootleg.com)
Recap from Tuesday night at Brookline Town Meeting Nov 19, 2009
Article 10 - Cleveland Circle Business District. Town Meeting voted to create a Local Business District in Cleveland Circle. (Brookline TAB, MA)
DeRosa could fill in for Phils at third Nov 19, 2009
250 with 23 home runs and 78 RBIs last season with the Cleveland Indians and St. Louis Cardinals. He hit. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Electrolux headquarters leaving Augusta Nov 19, 2009
Other offices affected by the consolidation are an international sales office in Pittsburgh, the holding company office in Cleveland, financial support offices in Columbus, Ohio, and Springfield, Tenn. and a design center in Anderson, S.C.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Johnson, Smith lead Hawks to 6th straight Nov 19, 2009
They were swept in the following round by LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Hawks don't intend to go out so meekly this season. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Blockbuster Expands Online Game Rental Pilot to Seattle Nov 19, 2009
com and have them delivered directly to their mailbox, expanding on a pilot test launched in Cleveland earlier this year ... "We know our customers in Seattle love games, so we're excited to expand our Games By Mail pilot to include this market," said Keith Morrow, Blockbuster CIO. "We hope customers will take advantage of the service and share their feedback with us, so that we can build on our key learnings from Cleveland and further refine the offering in preparation for a national launch.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Men's basketball team wins at high elevation Nov 19, 2009
Playing at 7,000 feet elevation, Fresno State men's basketball coach Steve Cleveland was concerned his team might get winded in the second half ... "I was really pleased with our energy level, especially on defense," Cleveland said ... "There were three guys hanging all over [Smith], and he still put it in," Cleveland said. (Fresno Bee)
Raiders bench JaMarcus Russell, promote Bruce Gradkowski Nov 19, 2009
He started one game last year in Cleveland, going 5-for-16 for 18 yards and two interceptions for a passer rating of 1. 0 in a 31-0 loss to Pittsburgh. (USA Today -- Sports)
RAVENS STILL ANGRY: Fine doesn't stop Ray Lewis' temper Nov 19, 2009
During Monday's game at Cleveland, Suggs sustained a knee sprain when hit low by Browns quarterback Brady Quinn, who had just thrown an interception during a loss to the Ravens ... He said Wednesday in Cleveland he. (USA Today -- Sports)
LEBRON HURT: Cavs star injures wrist Nov 19, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) LeBron James hurt his left wrist by banging it on the basket while dunking late in the Cleveland Cavaliers' 108-91 loss to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night ... He said it happened on one of his driving dunks that closed Cleveland's scoring with more than 2 minutes left. (USA Today -- Sports)
