Acton police logs Jun 13, 2008
At 0:24 a.m. officers responded to a report of two males smoking marijuana in the woods off of Simon Willard Road ... At 6:54 p.m. a caller reported that her daughter had been bitten by a cat on Simon Willard Road. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Military: Navy claims court rulings hurt sonar proficiency Jun 11, 2008
Robert Willard, U.S. Pacific Fleet commander, said in an interview that court-imposed marine mammal protections were hurting training to the point he's concerned about readiness ... Willard said sailors were learning artificial tactics they wouldn't use in the real world ... Translate that into the Western Pacific or into the Middle East, where quiet diesel-powered submarines exist in large numbers, and we're potentially in trouble, Willard said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
AA state convention Jun 7, 2008
7:30 p.m.: Voice of the Convention' Willard M.; AA speaker Scott L. of Nashville ... 7:30 p.m.: Voice of the Convention' Willard M.; Sobriety Countdown with AA Speaker Jack C. of Hagerstown, Md. (Odessa American, TX)
First Look at Pixar's 'WALL-E' Jun 5, 2008
In the past the world became dominated by the technology corporation Buy N Large, led by a CEO played by Fred Willard. Little has survived intact, except Twinkies. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
West Virginians aren't laughing at Cheney remark Jun 3, 2008
If you will recall a Johnson cabinet member(Agriculture, Willard Wertz) saying something to the effect that the only things blacks need in winter are a pair of shoes and a warm place to take a dump. By S. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Rudd cops heat over hired help May 28, 2008
Mr Rudd was booked into a suite at the four-star Willard Intercontinental in Washington for three nights as part of his 18-day overseas trip in March and April ... The Willard charged one night's accommodation as a cancellation fee, a Senate estimates committee heard. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET May 27, 2008
QUAKEWATCH (Fahys, Salt Lake Tribune) -- WILLARD, Utah: State and federal teams study the soil for signs of when and how bad the "big one" will be when the Wasatch Fault, which last shifted 800 years ago, again heaves. 500. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull May 24, 2008
The Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was penned by Lawrence Kasdan ( The Big Chill) whose unavailability for the sequel, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) led Lucas back to Willard Huyck and Gloria Katz (who'd written American Graffiti for him). The official writing credit for Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) went to the late Jeffrey Boam, with some unofficial help from Chris Columbus (the Home Alone films) and playwright Tom Stoppard, who was paid a cool million for rewrites. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
TV Lookout: highlights (and lowlights) for May 18-24 May 18, 2008
In the premiere, Richard Belzer and Steve Schirripa scout for talent at New York auditions, while Fred Willard and Kathy Najimy check the comedy scene in Tempe, Ariz. Eventually, viewers will rule on who among the 12 finalists becomes the winner (with a $250,000 grand prize). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
'That was not my husband' Stafford woman says severe PTSD led her Marine husband to kill his brother and himself after a police chase. May 17, 2008
Pinal County Sheriff's spokesman Mike Minter said no motive has been established for why Travis N. "T-Bo" Twiggs, 36, killed his 38-year-old brother Willard J. "Will" Twiggs and then himself on Wednesday. Nor is it known why both brothers earlier in the week may have tried to commit suicide by attempting to drive their car into the Grand Canyon. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Several men arrested in connection with Dundee tavern shooting May 17, 2008
Willard Wayne Waggoner was arrested in Albany for the April 30 shooting that shut down traffic on Highway 99W. He was charged with attempted murder, attempted kidnap, assault in the first degree. He was lodged in Yamhill County Jail and was being held on $2 million. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Ohio man killed at SC motorcycle rally May 13, 2008
Horry County deputy coroner Tamara Willard says 45-year-old Angelo Gonzalez of Boardman, Ohio, died and a woman was injured Saturday night when their motorcycle hit a truck making a left turn on a busy South Carolina highway. The 10-day rally typically draws about 200,000 people to the 60-mile stretch of beaches. (WKRC.com, OH)
Alchemy Creative Inc. Successfully Completes Sales Contract Negotiations with Educate 2 Elevate, a Texas-Based Organization May 13, 2008
Educate 2 Elevate is an awesome addition to our team of independent representatives, said Willard G. McAndrew III, CEO of Alchemy Creative Inc. Though we have added national and international agencies to our roster, it is important that we also include local agents that offer intimate access to local education leadership. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Police ID Dundee tavern shooting suspect May 9, 2008
Police said Willard "Billy" Wayne Waggoner, 32, was wanted for the shooting at Lumpy's Landing last Wednesday night. Witnesses told police a man walked into Lumpy's Tavern, at 975 SE Hwy 99W in Dundee, just before midnight with a gunshot wound. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
News : Teased with nice weather before back to the cold May 6, 2008
On Tuesday of last week, local folks bid farewell to Willard and Kathy Krull of Newald, who are leaving the area after many years, and moving to an apartment in Green Bay ... God's blessings to you, Willard and Kathy. (Forest Republican, WI)
Crispin Glover Q&A May 5, 2008
There is a hard-to-describe film career, which ranges from big-budget flicks like Charlie's Angels to oddball fare like the 2003 Willard remake. Then come the projects that seem closest to Glover's heart. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Coming this summer to the big screen May 4, 2008
Escape from ordinary -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY. Escape from ordinary. (Albany Times Union)
GOP Loves Earmarks May 3, 2008
speaks to a gathering of GOP governors Saturday evening at the Willard Hotel in Washington, Feb. 23, 2008. The National Governors Association is holding its winter meeting in the nation's capital this weekend. (Townhall.com)
Democrats qualify for House, Senate May 2, 2008
Three Democrats calling themselves agents of \"change\" qualified Wednesday to unseat established incumbents in the U.S. House and Senate. my opponent is not only beatable, but my opponent should right now just get out of the race and let a new generation come forth," Thomas said after paying her fee to enter the 5th District primary. "We've been with you; now why don't you stand with us. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Panic in Needle Park Apr 22, 2008
Dr. Willard Gaylin, a psychiatrist, is the author of The Killing of Bonnie Garland. Bonnie was bludgeoned to death by a jilted boyfriend. (Human Events Online)
Entertainment guide Apr 17, 2008
ART OF THE LAND: JOHN WILLARD RAUGHT AND THE CONTINUING NEPA LANDSCAPE TRADITION: June 20 through Sept. 1, Everhart Museum, Mulberry Street. MINING THE LANDSCAPE: STUDENT ENVIRONMENTAL ART: June 20 through Sept. 1, Everhart Museum, Mulberry Street. (Scranton Times, PA)
Ten most memorable movie quotes Apr 16, 2008
wrote on Apr 15, 2008 11:54 AM:" In 'Apocalypse Now' Martin Sheen as the confused but interior 'Capt Willard' drily and succinctly sums up the collapse of the American empire in Vietnam with this observation following a disastrous semi-pornographic USO 'show': 'Charlie didn't get much USO. He was moving too fast or dug in too deep; his idea of really good R'n'R was a bowl of rice and some rat meat. He had only two ways home -- victory or death.' One might indeed say something similar about the... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
School notes Apr 14, 2008
Vincenzo Gigliotti, a second-grade student at Frances Willard Elementary School, won first place in sparring in his age and rank division at American Dojo Karate s Master s Cup Tournament at the University of Scranton. The 7-year-old, who just tested for his purple belt, has taken karate since he was 5 years old. (Scranton Times, PA)
Military: Great White fleet visit put S.D. on Navy's map Apr 14, 2008
The people cheered us all the way, Milton Willard, a sailor aboard the battleship Georgia, wrote in a letter to his family. Our money was no good in San Diego and everything was free. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Kewanee police blotter Apr 12, 2008
April 10 A hit and run accident was reported with damage only in the 400 block of Willard Street. A vehicle owned by Michael R. McIntyre, 17, of Kewanee, was struck by an unknown driver. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Who was the first Ronald McDonald? Apr 12, 2008
Actually the first Ronald McDonald was Willard Scott. . (Niles Star, MI)
Lots of entertainment under Al Roker's umbrella Apr 9, 2008
Roker succeeded Willard Scott as Today's weather anchor in 1996 ... "Willard said 'Never give up your day job,' " says Roker, 53. (USA Today -- Life)
Our Town brings small town values to Nicolet stage Apr 5, 2008
Darlene Machtan takes a teaching role as Professor Willard while Dave Daniels is Mr. Webb. Simon Stimson is played by Jake Nitzel, Mrs. Soames by Anne Anderson, Constable Warren by Tony Jones, Si Crowell by Bryce Young, Sam Craig by Keith Rodman and Mrs. Stoddard by Janet Neurater. (Forest Republican, WI)
Ms. Patsy 'Pat' Williams Apr 2, 2008
She was preceded in death by her parents and husbands, Willard Dean Robison and Shelby James Smalley. Memorials in memory of Patsy "Pat" Williams may be made to the family. (Newton County Times, AR)
Voters react to results delay Apr 1, 2008
" 08:53 GMT, Gweru: Willard Nyamubarwa contacted the BBC to say voting was very straightforward and peaceful. But he is concerned about the delay in the publication of results, and that there is a tense atmosphere as people wait to find out the final results. Willard is also concerned that that MDC is saying it has won ahead of official results. 0837 GMT, Harare: Adam e-mailed us to say there is great concern that results are being manipulated by the government. 08:37 GMT: MDC supporter Munya... (BBC News)
National Press Club Releases '100 Key Dates in NPC History' Mar 31, 2008
WASHINGTON, March 30 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- From a meeting at the storied bar of the Willard Hotel, through speeches from presidents and other world leaders, to battles over the admission of women and blacks, the National Press Club has been a Washington institution since its founding in 1908 ... 30 p.m. in the Willard Hotel ... March 29, 1908 - National Press Club Constitution adopted at the Willard Hotel. (PR Newswire)
Johnny Depp, Jessica Alba, Eddie Murphy, Miley Cyrus, The Jonas Brothers, Drake Bell, Chris Brown, Tony Hawk, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Cameron Diaz (Wannabe Award) - And Many More - Score at Nickelodeon's 2008 Kids' Choice Awards Mar 31, 2008
On the night of the live show, TurboNick served as the interactive broadband home base for all things Kids' Choice Awards and gave kids an insider's look at the entire live event hosted by Mark Keller and Ryan Willard: streaming live (7-8 p.m.) from the orange carpet and backstage. Exclusive backstage webcams gave kids control of what they wanted to see. (PR Newswire)
The Cougar Lounge - A Fool\'s Pool Mar 31, 2008
"- Comedian Will Ferrell, doing an impression of former Chicago sports radio and TV announcer Harry Caray.The bracket magicians have done it again, they have confounded the public and messed up everybody's pool with Davidson! Some people probably East Coast types and Leprechaun lovers [we will not mention any names except Seth Davis] probably had a blip in their brackets when Wazzu advanced to the Sweet 16 but if anybody had Davidson going to the Elite Eight in their brackets it was... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Obituaries- (03.26.2008) Mar 27, 2008
One of her many pictures of Chief Willard Ackley was published in a school book, Shapers of Wisconsin (1998). Olive was a great friend of Chief Ackley and many other of the Sokaogon Chippewa. (Forest Republican, WI)
Books: 'The Lives They Left Behind': From a hospital attic, glimpses of lost lives Mar 26, 2008
The Willard State Hospital in New York State, which opened in 1869 and closed in 1995 ... She wound up a long-term resident of Willard State Hospital, a gigantic institution in upstate New York that opened its doors to the incurable mentally ill in 1869 and closed in 1995, sending its last thousand or so patients out to smaller facilities ... She reluctantly assented to temporary hospitalization at Willard and never left; increasingly incapacitated by paranoia and old age, she died there in her... (International Herald Tribune)
G-rated fun? Spring movies have it covered Mar 26, 2008
Starring: Fred Willard, Jeff Garlin, Ben BurttDirector: Andrew StantonStory: A determined little robot named Wall-E (short for Waste Allocation Land Life Earth-Lifter) has spent the last 700 years compacting trash and collecting knickknacks when suddenly hes visited by a sleek robot named EVE. Wall-E decides to chase her across the galaxy and into a new world. One to watch. (MSNBC -- Movies)
Jazzin' up the library Mar 26, 2008
When he left Battle Creek's Willard Library after 11 years from August 1979 until 1990, the Enquirer editorialized in "Library leader has kept eye on the progressive" that "Shamalla has done the community a great deal of good. He has helped to keep Battle Creek informed, stimulated, entertained and alert to the ideas that have shaped and changed the world ... We'll be sorry to see him go ... whatever Michael Shamalla tries is likely to be very well done indeed.". At Willard, Shamalla was... (Dowagiac News, MI)
The Cougar Lounge - Sweet And Low Mar 24, 2008
"- Liaison to the mayor of Columbus, Wisconsin, Kate Lueders explaining the actions of the film crew shooting Johnny Depp's new movie Public Enemies in Columbus and possibly implying that those Hollywood types don't think Wisconsin snow is good enough and therefore, needs a snow stunt double.The bracket monkeys have invaded the Lounge with their reams and reams of paper, some with brackets all filled out, others with notes written on little scraps of paper but all ready for March Madness to... (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
McCain Must Resist Increasingly Surreal Hubris of GOP Elites Mar 20, 2008
Behind the relentless waves of propaganda from the "conservative" political elites, the actual record of Willard Mitt Romney's record is that of a man who is best described as the GOP's Barak Obama. Not only does the new, improved "pro-life" Willard Mitt Romney oppose a Federal Human Life Amendment, but as I've noted in here at townhall ... As an "economic conservative" -- as much as a "social conservative"-- Slick Willard Romney is a snake oil salesman. (Townhall.com)
I'd like to play that Mar 18, 2008
- Apocalypse Now: Control Special Forces Captain Willard on a mission up a river into Cambodia on a mission to assassinate renegade Green Beret Colonel Kurtz. What are your nominations for movie-based games you'd like you play. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Ford wants to adopt Flockhart's son Mar 17, 2008
He has two adult sons, Benjamin and Willard, with first wife Mary Marquardt, and a son Malcolm and daughter Georgia, from his second marriage to Melissa Mathison. The pair's divorce was finalized in January 2004. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
The Cougar Lounge - Hovering Undercover Mar 17, 2008
Yes, we are talking about local boy [from Spokane] Charley Willard Horse Dick who licked 15th-seeded Levi Licking in a messy first round affair and will now face the mysterious Johnny Moustache in the Sweet 16. With the top four seeds already eliminated in his regional, Charley could get to the Final Four. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
The Cougar Lounge - Just Add Water Mar 15, 2008
In a major upset, 15-seed Levi Licking took down 2-seed Ebony Haliburton but now faces a rough second round match with local boy [he's from Spokane] Charley Willard Horse Dick - and the Lounge refuses to speculate on what will be happening there. The Cougars play Oregon in the Pac-10 conference tournament this week and already Oregon took a hit when former Duck and 12-seed Chamberlain Oguchi [who transferred to Illinois State] was annihilated to the tune of 91% to 9% - by 5-seed Dean Windass. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Mar 8, 2008
BATTLE CREEK -- Michigan historian and author Bill Jamerson will speak at 7 p.m. Monday at the Miller Stone Building across the street from Willard Library, 7 W. Van Buren St.. The Escanaba-based author will present a program including music, history, film clips and storytelling about the Civilian Conservation Corps. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Intimate, enthusiastic 'Lettice' show entertains Mar 3, 2008
The upstairs space of the State Theatre is only about the size of a room in the Willard Building, and it holds about 50 audience members. One viewer, a white-haired gentleman in the front row sporting a hearing aid and cane, seemed visibly entranced by the performance, leaning in toward the actors or slapping his knee with laughter during certain scenes. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Happy 161st, UI Feb 26, 2008
UI law Professor Willard "Sandy" Boyd said that although years ago students paid for college by having a job,that is not the case these days. Although tuition was very low, he said, there has been "enormous inflation.". (Daily Iowan, IA)
Cavaliers 90, Wizards 89 Feb 23, 2008
Officials: Greg Willard Tony Brown Leon Wood. February 22, 2008. (USA Today -- Sports)
American Clean Skies Foundation Chairman Aubrey McClendon to Announce Launch Date for New CLEANSKIES.TV Network, Multi-Million Dollar Advocacy Campaign on Clean Energy and Natural Gas,& Findings from New National Polls on Clean Energy Feb 23, 2008
WASHINGHTON, Feb. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 27, 2008, Fortune 500 CEO and Chairman of the American Clean Skies Foundation (ACSF), Aubrey K. McClendon will host a press conference at the Willard Intercontinental to announce the launch date for the independent CleanSkies ... tv National Pollsters - From both MIT and Bellwether Research WHERE: Willard Intercontinental, The Nest Room 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC 20004 WHEN: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 9:30 am - 11:00 am Continental... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
See artifacts of past patients at Cayuga Museum Feb 22, 2008
Patients who lived at the Willard Psychiatric Center in Romulus, NY, from 1869 to 1995 left their suitcases behind ... Former Willard employee Beverly Courtwright led a New York State Museum curator up to an attic where Courtwright recalled something stashed under the roof of the Sheltered Workshop Building ... Ethel, a seamstress who spent 43 years in Willard, worked part time in the laundry, making quilts and baby booties in her spare time. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Chavers, Morgan capture state wrestling crowns Feb 20, 2008
In the consolation bracket Taylor beat Rolla s Kevin Phelps 6-4 and Willard s Joel Wyman 9-3. Taylor then lost to Poplar Bluff s Paul Swesey 6-2 to go to the fifth-place match. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Cuts take toll on middle school parents and teachers Feb 19, 2008
This year, Stoneham Public Schools Foundation, led by President Chris Willard, donated $3,600 to fund three SMS intramural programs: Weightlifting, dodge ball, and Project Adventure. We d have nothing, said Banos about what extracurricular programs SMS would offer students without the support of parents, businesses, and charities. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Obituaries for Tuesday, February 19, 2008 Feb 19, 2008
and Willard Erickson of St. Helens, Ore ... He was born Oct. 23, 1926, to Willard and Blanche (Rooker) Stark ... He was preceded in death by his parents, Willard and Blanche; one sister, Alice Wagner of Michigan; and an infant sister, Nellie. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lawyers rush to profit from tragedy, and it's wrong Feb 18, 2008
Wendall Willard (R-Sandy Springs), the chairman of the Georgia House Judiciary Committee, said, "I say to you as a lawyer I think I can speak for all the attorneys not only in this chamber, in the General Assembly and the vast majority of lawyers in the state of Georgia these type things need to be condemned." Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Leah Ward Sears warned, "There are strict rules about lawyer solicitation. Any lawyer that might be doing that, they need to be careful.". Thirty years... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Lewis: The ACTION 5! Feb 14, 2008
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Woof! Westminster Dog Show must-see TV Feb 12, 2008
After having seen Best In Show, its difficult for me now to watch a dog show without imagining Fred Willard cracking jokes as the analyst or Eugene Levy trotting his dog around the ring with two left feet ... Id love to see Willard have fun with those names. (MSNBC -- News)
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Preview: 'Wall-E'Voiced by: Jeff Garlin, Benjamin Burtt and Fred Willard. Directed by Andrew Stanton. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Profile: Mitt Romney Feb 8, 2008
Mr Romney, whose given first name is Willard, was born on 12 March 1947, the son of politician and auto executive George Romney. The senior Mr Romney ran briefly for president in 1968. (BBC News -- Americas)
BNP Paribas expresses an interest in SocGen Feb 5, 2008
By Andrew Callus and Anna Willard. Paris - BNP Paribas confirmed yesterday that it was studying a possible bid for Societe Generale (SocGen), as its fellow French bank reeled from rogue trading losses and France warned off would-be foreign bidders. (Business Report, South Africa)
Finance guru makes a killing with Eli cash Feb 4, 2008
As Swensen recounts in his 2000 book Pioneering Portfolio Management, in 1880 Yale had to dip into its endowment to prevent premier physicist Josiah Willard Gibbs from leaving to teach at Johns Hopkins; though strapped for cash, Yale managed to scrape together enough to increase Gibbs salary from zero dollars per year to $2,000 per year. Because endowments were traditionally seen as a fund of last resort, and because the bulk of their funds came from wealthy alumni whom schools couldnt afford... (Yale Herald, CT)
Great rat movie moments Feb 3, 2008
"Willard": An oddball uses his pet rats to get revenge on his tormentors. This 1971 horror flick garnered a cult following and was remade in 2003 with Crispin Glover - a pretty strange guy himself - in the lead. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
McCain endorsement stirs outrage Feb 3, 2008
The entry titled "Isakson, Chambliss endorse McCain; 'Disappointment' reigns at Christian Alliance meeting," and any of the comments about it. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Apocalypse Now Redux Feb 1, 2008
What little story there is dissolves into a ratmangle of sensations and epic weirdness as Captain Willard (Martin Sheen) and a bunch of dogfaces head upriver on a secret mission: the elimination of Marlon Brando's renegade Colonel Kurtz, who has begun to fight the war on his own terms as a terrorist warlord in Cambodia ... A junked scene from Willard's journey is restored when he is drawn into a romantic interlude with louche Aurore Clement at a French plantation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Plotting the Post-Edwards Strategy Feb 1, 2008
Are you really so hurt and angry that you would prefer to try and live through 8 years of McCain ( jobs are all gone ; we ll be in Iraq for maybe 100 years ; the Jihadist terrorist movement is the main issue facing the US ; I don t know as much as I should about economics )or Willard Mitt Romney who doesn t take a firm stand on any issue except that he believes George Bush has done a fine job , marriage should be between a man and a woman ,and the US is in a better place than we were 8 years ago... (New York Times)
Letters to the editor (1/30/08) Jan 31, 2008
Anchorage Daily News. Let us know who you're voting for on Super Tuesday and get your opinions in the paper. (Anchorage Daily News)
GMHS to cut loose with 'Footloose' Feb. 7 Jan 30, 2008
In addition to those mentioned above, the large cast of Footloose includes Nick Sheffield as Willard, Ryan Flynn as Travis and Wes, Patrick Lydon as Lyle, Luke Szarythe as Coach/Cowboy Bob, Emily Messelaar as Jeter/Tomboy 1, Casey Curtin as Bickle/Tomboy 2, Emily McGranachan as Garvin/Tomboy 3 and Principal Clark, Katie Hopkins as the Cowgirl singer, and Casey Gasinowski and Melissa Ruh as the Cowgirl s Band. Catarina Bongiorni plays Lulu, Meaghan Flaherty is Eleanor, Erika Tighe is Betty Blast,... (Georgetown Record, MA)