South Newton School Board adopts 2009 budget Nov 30, 2008
The first was to send Athletic Director Chris Bell to the National Conference of High School Directors of Athletics in San Diego from Dec. 12-16. The second request came to send Amy Evans to Indianapolis to attend the Indiana Computer Educators Conference from Jan. 28-29, and the third request granted was to send Andy Earnest to Chicago to attend the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic from Dec. 17-19. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
North Iowa Concert Band will present fall concert on Tuesday Nov 20, 2008
Britt: Janel Harms; Charles City: Kate Campbell, Laura Paarmann, Mike Jones and Naomi Bienfang; Clear Lake: Barb Halbach, Brian Bendickson, Dan Djuren, Don Lomen, Donald Thompson, Jeff Griffin, Jess Morton, Jim Larson, Ken Schneider and Richard Winga; Floyd: Eleanor Waid; Forest City: Alicia Klett; Garner: Chelsea Duregger, Chris White and Nathan Boehnke; Greene: Ann Stark, Kayla Heitland and Lindsay Heitland; Hampton: Amy Holmgaard, Becky Palmer, Brett Ubben and Brian Stevens; Kanawha: Katelyn... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Faith Leaders Across State to Speak Out Against Proposition 8 Nov 1, 2008
Music Ministries, Orange Coast UU Church WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 2, 2008, at 4:00 pm PST WHERE: Orange Coast Unitarian Universalist Church, 1259 Victoria Street, Costa Mesa, CA CONTACT: Claudia Carlson 209-743-4390 SANTA ROSA WHAT: "Live Equally, Love Equally: Interfaith Service in Support of Marriage Equality" WHO: Rev. Kimberly Willis, Christ Church United Methodist Rabbi George Gittleman, Congregation Shomrei Torah Rev. Elizabeth Middelberg, Metropolitan Community Church of the Redwood Empire Rev.... (PR Newswire)
South Sioux City rides defense to district triumph Oct 11, 2008
Mt. Michael -- Tanner Hendrix 14-34, Eddie Ridder 1-6, Travis Vaca 1-0, Chris Bell 1-(-2), Jake Rauterkus 9-(-13) ... Mt. Michael -- Eddie Ridder 3-34, Ted Pane 2-18, David Ogden 1-12, Chris Bell 1-4, Travis Vaca 1-2. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
DVD Report: This week's new releases (Oct. 5) Oct 5, 2008
Bodybuiler-turned-documentarian Chris Bell takes an entertaining, probing, and rationalizing look at the steroid blowup of the last decade, and more broadly, at the contradictions this points up in a performance-obsessed society. Extras: Production featurette; deleted scenes. (Boston Globe)
Nick & Norah Music Oct 4, 2008
October 3, 2008 - Given the youthful countenance of the film's stars it should come as no surprise that the music contained on this mixtape-styled soundtrack hails from the 2000-and-beyond years, with the exception of Chris Bell's 1970's era opening track "Speed Of Sound." Aside from focusing on music primarily released between 2001 and 2008, the overall vibe of the music collected here is one of mellow intent: acoustic guitars and happy-yet-melancholy toned vocals are often the driving force... (IGN FilmForce)
Newman's passing sparks a lifetime of memories Oct 3, 2008
In dissecting our national win-at-all-costs mentality, Chris Bell turns his attention to his two brothers, both of whom have been using steroids for years. This is a very well-made documentary that offers an entertaining, balanced look at the demonized drugs. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Isn't it romantic? Oct 3, 2008
But the picture still manages to be low-key and intimate, and also features a killer playlist itself: The music Sollett chose ranges from contemporary indie faves like Vampire Weekend, Band of Horses and We Are Scientists to more obscure artists like the late Chris Bell, of the beloved Memphis band "Big Star," who, before his death in 1978, left behind a small, eerie, deeply touching body of work. (The movie also happens to feature a song by one of my personal favorites, English balladeer. (Salon)
Love and marriage Sep 7, 2008
He pours his sorrow into CD mixes made specially for her, filled with the music that means the most to him, from obscure treasures by the doomed Chris Bell, of "Big Star," to more pop-culty stuff by the Cure. He's hoping the music will mean something to her too, which of course, it doesn't. (Salon)
PSU player kicked off team Sep 5, 2008
Earlier this year, receiver Chris Bell was kicked off the team after police said he threatened a teammate with a knife in a dining hall. Bell had already been suspended at the time for another off-field issue. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Musician Paddles From Gig To Gig Aug 9, 2008
Chris Bell Tours Coffeehouses Along The Eerie Canal, Saving Money In The Process ... Chris Bell has embarked on an ambitious, eclectic musical tour, performing at coffee shops on a highway alongside the Erie Canal ... Twenty-two-year-old Chris Bell is in the middle of just such a tour, reports CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman. (CBS News)
New releases Jun 7, 2008
"Bigger, Stronger, Faster" A very entertaining documentary about what steroids mean to America, seen through the fretful eyes of director Chris Bell and his brothers, bodybuilders all. The film hops over the wall of media outrage and wonders why Barry Bonds and Mark McGwire are accused of cheating when our entire culture rewards winning at all costs. (Boston Globe)
'Bigger, Stronger, Faster*' Explores Steroid Use -- And Claims They're Not As Harmful As We Think May 17, 2008
It's considered very safe among a 00004000 dult males much safer than smoking or drinking alcohol,' filmmaker Chris Bell says of the controversial drugs ... "Bigger, Stronger, Faster*" director Chris Bell (Magnolia Pictures) ... "This film is an exploration of America's win-at-all-costs culture during the current steroid issue in America but also the steroid issue that has been in my family for the past 15 years," burly debut filmmaker Chris Bell said about his documentary "Bigger, Stronger,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Time for Joe, Bobby to go May 14, 2008
Two weeks earlier in State College, Nittany Lions wide receiver Chris Bell pulled an 8-inch knife on defensive lineman Devon Still in the dining hall. Still had accused Bell of stealing his cell phone case, among other items. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rebel uniforms recycled into profitable souvenirs May 3, 2008
Rockwell-Swaledale Band Director Chris Bell (left) and Sandy Hitzhusen display pillows created from mates to the uniform doublet and cape Hitzhusen is holding ... Director Chris Bell began to wonder, though, what would happen to all those capes not used in the outfits. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Feature:Special Attention Mar 19, 2008
Wide receiver Chris Bell and defensive tackle Phil Taylor -- whom, police say, along with up to 18 teammates, were present at the HUB fight -- were temporarily suspended for their mistakes. They won't be allowed back until "their academic situation improves and any off-the-field issues are behind them," according to a statement issued by the team last month. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Georgia shines at SXSW Mar 17, 2008
His take on late Big Star vocalist and guitarist Chris Bell s gorgeous I Am the Cosmos nearly had me salting my tacos with weepy, fanboy tears. From the South Austin taco tavern, I head toward the center of town. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Propping up the bar - US drinkers 'act' to beat smoking ban Mar 9, 2008
I'd love to meet the lawyer who first dreamed that one up Chris Bell, Las Vegas, USA. At a pub near me they put in a miniature hotel room in the bar which could be used for smoking. (BBC News -- Health)
Heather Mills to be named one of worlds sexiest women Feb 23, 2008
The magazine s deputy editor Chris Bell said 40-year-old Mills is getting around 1,000 votes a day compared to 15 previously. She is currently 95th on the list, ahead of singer Gwen Stefani, socialite Paris Hilton and Spider-man actress Kirsten Dunst. (Mirror.co.uk)
RHS theater, choral students presenting ‘Les Miserables' Feb 1, 2008
The cast includes Mary Bander, Piper Bardwell, Chris Bell, Blair Belt, Jason Bias, Rachel Bryson, JuAune Burgess, Becca Byrne, Kelli Burkhardt, Alex Calderon, Brian Campbell, Miles Carrington, Trey Clanton, Melissa Cotner, Victoria Daley, Jolease Darrington, Nicki Dearick, Jack Eidson, Lizzy Eidson, Arielle Engle, Lizzy Farish, Ryan Garrett, Bobby Gaylor, Emily Green, Travis Griswold, Chelsea Hill, Lauren Jernigan, Alex Johnson, Lindi Jones, Kali Katzmann, Craig Kreun, Shannon Krikorian, Jessica... (Rockwall County News, TX)
Taking you out to the ballgame Jun 15, 2007
Moving from the field to the concession stands, Chris Bell, better known as Gumby, roams the ticket gates, grills and beer lines to make sure fans don t miss too much of the game. But to pin him down into his title of Community Relations/Ticketing manager would be wrong. (Albany Herald)
Updated iTunes 7.2 supports DRM-free 'iTunes Plus' music May 31, 2007
"We have always believed that music should be accessible and DRM-free," Chris Bell, Apple's director of worldwide marketing for iTunes, told Macworld. "This is the right direction for the future.". (MacCentral)
A Real Life PSU Fantasy May 17, 2007
When the fantasy camp asked me which positions I was interested in, two immediately came to mind; wide receiver after all my build is right between Deon Butler and Chris Bell (clearly I ignored the need for speed and hands with this selection); and linebacker I mean, the place is called Linebacker U. Of course I now figure that the other 40 guys in the camp also went through the same thought process, so we'll likely be playing a 0-11-0 base set on defense. I'll be a great experiment for... (LionNews.com)
Jessica Alba tops sexiest female poll Apr 26, 2007
Editor Chris Bell enthused: "[Alba is] a talented, successful and beautiful actress who clearly has sex appeal that translates worldwide.". The top ten in full. (Digital Spy)
US actress Jessica Alba tops sexiest woman poll Apr 26, 2007
"She's a talented, successful and beautiful actress who clearly has sex appeal that translates worldwide," said the magazine's editor, Chris Bell. Last year's winner, Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightley, dropped to 12th place. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Bell impresses in White team victory Apr 22, 2007
"Whether or not Paterno was proud of the performance of his team on the field, it's tough to tell.In what has always been a difficult game to draw many conclusions from, a few things stood out. The leading storylines of the upcoming season undoubtedly revolve around senior quarterback Anthony Morelli (11-for-18, 1 Int, 104 yards, no touchdowns), senior tailback Austin Scott (13 carries for 53 yards, no touchdowns), and junior wideout Derrick Williams (5 catches for 54 yards, 1 carry for 11... (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Blue-White not its usual spring fling Apr 22, 2007
" The talent was supposed to be evenly split evenly between two teams, so it was a bit surprising that the White squad ran away with a 30-6 victory. Sophomore wideout Chris Bell, who is a backup, capped off a great spring with 116 receiving yards, including touchdown catches of 22 and 74 yards. "It was my first big play," Bell said of the 74-yard toss from quarterback Daryll Clark in the fourth quarter. "It meant a lot to me because I want to do well in spring. "We had a coach s clinic a while... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Halle Berry sexy at 40 Apr 9, 2007
FHM executive editor Chris Bell said: "I don't think the week could actually get any better for Halle Berry. "She is almost assured a top 30 finish and in doing so she will be the oldest women in FHM's 100 sexiest list this year. "Men clearly don't judge by age but by appearance, and Halle is way ahead of many more youthful Hollywood actresses. "She somehow manages to look absolutely gorgeous year after year and when you look that good, age really isn't a factor. (Manchester Evening News)
Kate drops out of 100 sexiest MODEL faces axe from world’s 100 sexiest women list — because she looks a MESS Apr 2, 2007
Executive editor CHRIS BELL said: In the fashion world Kate is considered one of the most beautiful women, but according to FHM readers she s past it. Bit of all-white. (The Sun Newspaper Online, UK -- News)
Red and Black Band among the best Mar 28, 2007
It was the best they ever played, said director Chris Bell. The band members are from Rockwell-Swaledale and Sheffield-Chapin/Meservey-Thornton high schools, which merged their bands in 2003. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
