21st annual ZooLights kicks off at Oregon Zoo Nov 30, 2008
Music fans can also enjoy the highly animated light silhouette of Mick Jaguar, who performs near the picnic area with his all-star animal band: Packy Pachyderm tickling the ivories, Richard Lion playing guitar, Gerri Giraffe on bass, Billy Bear on trumpet, Orville Orangutan on drums and Willy Wildebeest on sax. The Ostrich Sisters add backing vocals. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
U.S. sends FBI agents to investigate Nov 29, 2008
Pakistan's ambassador to the U.S., Husain Haqqani, said in a statement that his country is "confronting the menace of terrorism with great vigor." Haqqani insisted "it is unfair to blame Pakistan or Pakistanis for these acts of terrorism even before an investigation is undertaken." ... Was it Lance Bass, Brooke Burke or Warren Sapp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Shoppers, retailers set for Black Friday Nov 29, 2008
Bass Pro Shops - 6 a.m.. Bath and Body Works - 12:01 a.m.. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Now, pre-holiday sales, high-brow life Nov 29, 2008
At Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets, 450 N.W. 257th Way in Troutdale, stores including Adidas, Bass, Carter's, Eddie Bauer, Gap Outlet, Harry & David, Izod and Liz Claiborne are offering special markdowns this weekend. And it seems each Portland neighborhood shopping spot -- Alberta, Fremont, Hawthorne, Mississippi, Multnomah, Sellwood, Northwest 23rd -- has special deals going on. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
America has always had mixed economy Nov 29, 2008
hetfield wrote on Nov 28, 2008 2:19 PM:" hfrmack, crossie reminds me of the big mouth singing bass you can buy and hand on your wall. you know, you push a button and it turns its head and spouts off! the dang thing wont stop until IT is done. anyways, cross's laundry list is doggie doodoo. he trys to minimalize promised socialism by creating an illusion that we are already socialist. we already pay taxes on most of the things he lists. these services are provided for in the constitution as 'for... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
U2, Coldplay, Killers help launch digital magazine Nov 29, 2008
Meanwhile, John Legend's take on Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" finds him eschewing piano for a stripped-down arrangement with guitar, bass and backing vocalists, according to MacKinnon. Also on tap is the first new Dixie Chicks song since the group's Grammy sweep in 2007, "Lucky One," and Elvis Costello and the Police jamming on "Watching the Detectives" and "Walking on the Moon," taped during Costello's new Sundance Channel show, "Spectacle." Additional (RED)WIRE offerings will be announced in... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Past Picks: Violent western has something different in mind Nov 29, 2008
It s in this environment that the story of Zachary Bass unfolds, beginning with the killing of a deer and the wounding of another, which proves to have life-changing consequences. Exiting the rolling hills into a thicket to find the bleeding animal, Bass is mauled to near death by a huge bear in a scene that will be repeated in various fashion throughout this exceptionally violent film ... That survival is measured not only against a backdrop of dire physical challenges, but in terms of the... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
More of this story Nov 29, 2008
There is also fresh salmon, and we'll vacillate between white fish and sea bass. 6: How should you prepare for vegetarians. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
The Sound Of Change Nov 29, 2008
And then the camera swings to the timbalero with a pink star dyed into his fade, cracking into the rhythm, and here comes the bass player--whose father and grandfather were famous singers with Orquesta Aragn--now he's thumping the ones and threes. This thing is really moving now; the horns punch in, and the camera pans across the room to the three singers by the door, with Oscar in the middle, improvising over a chorus in that high, almost nasal cant of the salsero. (Time.com)
Oregon Recreation Report Nov 29, 2008
Some smallmouth bass are still being caught in the Willamette River by anglers who are willing to brave colder weather while landing fewer fish ... You can expect to find an abundance of bass, crappie, and bluegill available ... Lately, warm water anglers have reported catching primarily smallmouth bass at depths of 30 to 40 feet. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Thirst for bargains may boost Black Friday Nov 28, 2008
We're looking to have the best Black Friday we've ever had, said Jeff Burdick, general manager of the Bass Pro Shops location at the Fingerlakes Mall in Aurelius ... Bass Pro Shops will hold its second annual Great Turkey Camp Out tonight in an attempt to get people to the store as early as possible and get them involved ... There will also be a 1,000 Bass Pro Shops gift card giveaway as well as a 5,000 gas card drawing. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Russia praises US shift NATO membership plan Nov 28, 2008
The U.S. ambassador to NATO said Wednesday he hopes to prepare Ukraine and Georgia for eventual membership by assisting with military, economic and political reforms without the diplomatic complication of the membership action plan ... Was it Lance Bass, Brooke Burke or Warren Sapp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
* THE VINYL WORD Nov 28, 2008
The bar] is a nice small space to work with where we could do some live acts, as well as continue the trend of some different-sounding DJ nights to include alternative genres like deep house, trip hop and drum n bass. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
One-tank trip Nov 28, 2008
Largemouth bass, 5-foot-long gar, 50-pound catfish and other freshwater fish and amphibians drift through underwater caves and partially submerged cypresses and live oaks ... Was it Lance Bass, Brooke Burke or Warren Sapp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
U2, Coldplay, Killers help launch digital magazine Nov 28, 2008
Meanwhile, John Legend's take on Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" finds him eschewing piano for a stripped-down arrangement with guitar, bass and backing vocalists, according to MacKinnon. Also on tap is the first new Dixie Chicks song since the group's Grammy sweep in 2007, "Lucky One," and Elvis Costello and the Police jamming on "Watching the Detectives" and "Walking on the Moon," taped during Costello's new Sundance Channel show, "Spectacle." Additional (RED)WIRE offerings will be announced in... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
THE OUTDOOR REPORT/BY J.B. KASPER Nov 28, 2008
The Rosie R and Suzie Girl managed to get in a couple of trips with patrons jigging plenty of short bass and big bluefish to the north of Shark River Inlet, reports Capt. Jim Hull ... Capt. Greg Markett of the Golden Eagle stated bass are taking jigs, and while most are shorts, the number of fish being caught has been outstanding ... The Store Front Systems charter boated strip ers to 14 pounds and tog to eight pounds aboard the Skylarker II. Capt. Steve Spinelli said a group from Kelly's Tavern... (NJ.com -- Times)
11 Things: The Hanson Brothers Nov 28, 2008
Because of probation restrictions, bassist Robbie Hanson was unable to travel on tour. Being crafty and resourceful, he played his bass every night over a Mickey Mouse telephone and thus his signature booming musical underbelly was not missed. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Florida looks at mercury contamination in fish Nov 28, 2008
Florida health officials warn children and women who could become pregnant not to eat largemouth bass from the St. Marys or Santa Fe rivers. Everyone else can eat bass from those rivers once a month ... Largemouth bass in nine out of 10 Florida rivers that the scientists tested had unusually high mercury levels in their flesh, according to preliminary results from research by the U.S. Geological Survey. (Florida Times-Union)
Thirst for bargains may boost Black Friday Nov 27, 2008
We're looking to have the best Black Friday we've ever had, said Jeff Burdick, general manager of the Bass Pro Shops location at the Fingerlakes Mall in Aurelius ... Bass Pro Shops will hold its second annual Great Turkey Camp Out tonight in an attempt to get people to the store as early as possible and get them involved ... There will also be a 1,000 Bass Pro Shops gift card giveaway as well as a 5,000 gas card drawing. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Brian Hoffman's Fishing Report Nov 27, 2008
The boat, which leaves from the city's Jefferson Street line, went to San Pablo over the weekend, worked the bay between Buoy 7 and 8 for two bass to 8 pounds, and lowered a bait somewhere for a leopard shark of 25 pounds. Monday, heading high up to Rodeo, the Sole Man landed two more bass and motored back to Paradise, where it landed several small leopard sharks, with the customers keeping three ... Suisun Bay: Excellent striped bass fishing from boat and bank and pier. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Europeans concerned about US climate commitment Nov 27, 2008
"What many are worried about is that the United States won't be ready for Copenhagen," Bruton, the EU commission's ambassador in Washington, said in an interview ... Was it Lance Bass, Brooke Burke or Warren Sapp. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Shoppers, retailers set for Black Friday Nov 27, 2008
Bass Pro Shops - 6 a.m.. Bath and Body Works - 12:01 a.m.. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Made in North Carolina Nov 27, 2008
The Turbine Pro is a deadly when bass are feeding on top during and after the spawn. Nine colors include Homer, Lemon Splatterback and Berry Crush. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Russian leader visits Chavez in Venezuela Nov 27, 2008
Medvedev raises Russia's profile in Latin America. By RACHEL JONES Associated Press Writer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
California's worthless Legislature Nov 27, 2008
The so-called Big Five - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Assembly Speaker Karen Bass, Senate President Pro Tem-designate Darrell Steinberg, Assembly Minority Leader Mike Villines and Senate Minority Leader Dave Cogdill - must be very proud. Their leadership has given Californians a Big Fat Nothing. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
Brooke Burke beats Warren Sapp in 'Dancing' Nov 27, 2008
The 37-year-old TV personality bested former Oakland Raider Warren Sapp and former 'N Sync member Lance Bass during the Tuesday night finale, in which she reprised an emotional Viennese waltz routine that earned her a perfect score from the show's panel of judges ... Sapp still managed to hustle his way into second place with professional partner Kym Johnson, despite receiving one point less from the judges than the third-place finisher, 29-year-old singer Bass ... Bass and his professional... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Jim Sutton's fishing forecast Nov 27, 2008
A few boats went out and found limits of snapper, sea bass and triggerfish ... The bass fishing has picked up ... Schooling bass were being caught in the Palatka area. (Florida Times-Union)
A French twist on fast food for lunch Nov 26, 2008
Students in a 30-minute lunchtime cooking class (above) held in the housewares section of the Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris learn how to prepare honey-soy lacquered bass (below). (photos by david lyon for the boston globe) By David Lyon Globe Correspondent / November 26, 2008. (Boston Globe)
Honey-soy lacquered sea bass with stir-fried vegetables Nov 26, 2008
pieces skinless, boneless sea bass (6 ounces each). Salt and pepper, to taste. (Boston Globe)
U2, Coldplay, Killers help launch digital magazine Nov 26, 2008
Meanwhile, John Legend's take on Bob Marley's "Redemption Song" finds him eschewing piano for a stripped-down arrangement with guitar, bass and backing vocalists, according to MacKinnon. Also on tap is the first new Dixie Chicks song since the group's Grammy sweep in 2007, "Lucky One," and Elvis Costello and the Police jamming on "Watching the Detectives" and "Walking on the Moon," taped during Costello's new Sundance Channel show, "Spectacle." Additional (RED)WIRE offerings will be announced in... (Reuters)
Thankful for living here in Sportsmans Paradise Nov 26, 2008
Luckily, some of those tips and skills have been passed on to my wife and sons who can tap the bream, sac-a-lait, bass, speckled trout, redfish, etc. as good as or better than yours truly on any given day. (New Iberia, LA)
Every lure has a story in Basore's eyes Nov 26, 2008
Students at DeKalb and Sycamore can look forward to the first IHSA Bass Fishing competition this spring ... The cross-section of students reached through bass fishing is intriguing to Jones ... There was minimal interest at Indian Creek for bass fishing, but school size and previous commitments played a factor in IC athletic director Ehren Mertz opting not to enroll his school. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Albany's wildlife and waterfront Nov 26, 2008
Largemouth bass, 5-foot-long gar, 50-pound catfish and other freshwater fish and amphibians drift through underwater caves and partially submerged cypresses and live oaks ... Will it be Lance Bass, Brooke Burke or Warren Sapp who takes home the dancing crown. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Partisan Votes Keep State Budget In Limbo Nov 26, 2008
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass, D-Los Angeles, urged outgoing legislators, whose terms end Sunday, to "do the right thing, take a stand" before they leave ... "If we don't act on these bills today ... we will have a train wreck," Bass said ... "I spent my whole life protecting the programs that now I'm going to cut," Bass said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Black Friday -- at Home Depot? Nov 26, 2008
Don t even get me started on Bass Pro Shops I love that place, too. By nana. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The 'Dancing with the Stars' winner is ... Nov 26, 2008
The 37-year-old TV personality and mother of four dominated the seventh season of the popular ABC dancing competition and bested former NFL player Warren Sapp and former 'NSync member Lance Bass during the Tuesday night finale, in which she reprised an emotional Viennese waltz routine that earned her a perfect score from the show's panel of judges ... Sapp still managed to hustle his way into second place with professional partner Kym Johnson, despite receiving one point less from the judges... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Oregon Recreation Report (10) Nov 26, 2008
Nov. 25 Oregon Bass and Panfish Club annual auction, Camp Withycombe National Guard Armory, 10101 SE Clackamas Road, Clackamas ... Some smallmouth bass are still being caught in the Willamette River by anglers who are willing to brave colder weather while landing fewer fish ... You can expect to find an abundance of bass, crappie, and bluegill available. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Thankful for living here in Sportsmans Paradise Nov 25, 2008
Luckily, some of those tips and skills have been passed on to my wife and sons who can tap the bream, sac-a-lait, bass, speckled trout, redfish, etc. as good as or better than yours truly on any given day. (New Iberia, LA)
Every lure has a story in Basore's eyes Nov 25, 2008
Students at DeKalb and Sycamore can look forward to the first IHSA Bass Fishing competition this spring ... The cross-section of students reached through bass fishing is intriguing to Jones ... There was minimal interest at Indian Creek for bass fishing, but school size and previous commitments played a factor in IC athletic director Ehren Mertz opting not to enroll his school. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Paul ForresterINSIDE THE NBA Nov 25, 2008
" -- Terry Porter assesses the coaching prospects of Rasheed Wallace, who recently impersonated Michael Curry while sitting on the bench. "I've fished for catfish, barracuda, sea bass, salmon. but I've never fished for bass ... And this bass has been kicking my butt, but I've got something for him. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Faubourg Marigny neighborhood's notables include ‘Uncle Lionel' Batiste Nov 25, 2008
"At 15 or 16 he was in the 6th Ward Dirty Dozen Kazoo Band, playing banjo and a kazoo made from a coat hanger, and tap dancing.Batiste also beat a washtub in lieu of a bass drum - the instrument he later came to play. He earned his livelihood as a tailor ("I can make anything but a jacket") but is best known for his bass drum, a Raja he cut in half for easier handling and which then offered a higher sound.You'll see him many evenings in the Frenchmen Street clubs, sitting in with bands to drum... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Thanksgiving Day dining Nov 25, 2008
The three-course menu includes options like roasted turkey with fennel sausage and cornbread dressing; maple-glazed sweet potatoes; garlic mashed potatoes and cranberry relish; blackberry-glazed natural pork loin with sweet potato mash; and sea bass with grilled vegetable risotto and lobster butter sauce ... Thanksgiving menu selections include butternut squash ravioli, autumn greens, herb-roasted free-range turkey, prime rib of beef and pan-seared sea bass. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Bald eagles in Catskills show increasing mercury Nov 25, 2008
For much of the year, bald eagles live on brown trout, smallmouth bass and other fresh water fish that can be contaminated with methylmercury. Adult eagles feed the fish to their nestlings. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Our first Thanksgiving Nov 25, 2008
Shot ducks and geese that migrated through; caught bass, blue fish and cod. For better or worse, Plymouth was to be their center. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Don't let companies grow 'too big to fail' Nov 25, 2008
21): I understand that Assembly Speaker Karen Bass' absence from Sacramento is a great "aren't your politicians terrible" story ... What is Speaker Bass missing if the GOP allows no room for real movement on the budget. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
* [CLASSICAL DVD AND CD REVIEWS] Nov 25, 2008
Rene Pape (who sings Sarastro) is one of operas great bass voices, for instance, and though the younger soloists have undoubtedly been chosen in part for their visual allure, this is musically an extremely satisfying rendition. The American Benjamin Jay Davis makes a superbly comic Papageno, while UK discovery Amy Carson is a lovable Pamina. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Australians try to save stranded whales Nov 24, 2008
Rescuers hope the whales will rejoin another migratory pod once they swim back into the Bass Strait, which separates the island of Tasmania from southern Australia. Most of the pod were already dead when they were discovered Saturday, and one died overnight Saturday despite volunteers spending the night pouring water over the animal to keep it from overheating. (MSNBC -- International)
Feldman: Embedded with Texas Tech Nov 24, 2008
Friday, 3:45 P.M. CST The Red Raiders arrive at their hotel, the Oklahoma City Embassy Suites ... "Respect everyone, but fear no one. Do NOT talk to them. Make sure we're great on the sideline. Make sure we have great body language. Make the routine plays. Expect good things to happen. Be the most excited to play. Just do your job." And with that the lights go off and a bass sound booms ... 4:24 p.m. Four buses packed with players, staff, a few boosters and Red Raider cheerleaders depart from... (ESPN -- College Football News)
Fishing for big bass on city lakes wanes Nov 24, 2008
San Diego's city lakes once were the most prolific small chain of fisheries for big bass in the nation, famous worldwide for turning out trophy-sized largemouths by the stringer ... And sadly, it's unlikely these lakes will return any time soon to that spectacular level of action for trophy bass 10 pounds or better ... When was the last time you saw a 10-pound bass from any of our city lakes. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Storm pelts province Nov 24, 2008
I refuse to use the pass and always travel either the Folly route or the one along the shore through bass river to parsboro to Amherst. So for those who think we are complaing about snow your wrong what we are complaing about is the lack of snow removal on a road that they charge for and is supposed to be an all weather road. (TheChronicleHerald.ca)
Scientists monitor whales after beaching Nov 24, 2008
FELICITY OGILVIE: The satellite shows the rescued whales are swimming east across Bass Strait. Rosemary Gales doesn't know how long the satellite trackers will last. (ABC Online)
Thankful for living here in Sportsmans Paradise Nov 23, 2008
Luckily, some of those tips and skills have been passed on to my wife and sons who can tap the bream, sac-a-lait, bass, speckled trout, redfish, etc. as good as or better than yours truly on any given day. (New Iberia, LA)
30 Years Of Jazz Nov 23, 2008
Andress' astonishing capacity to create chords at hyper-speed is matched by a jaw-dropping, flamenco-infused finger-style technique and an ability to play bass runs, rhythm and leads simultaneously ... "The three-note chords with bass line and percussive slap on two and four, Chet Atkins harmonics, walking bass with chord accompaniment, inner voices moving over contrapuntal bass lines. For guys my age in the late '80s, he was a huge turning point and example of what a guitar is capable of.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Future looks brighter for aficionados of area lakes Nov 23, 2008
To me, that's the scariest part of all these changes, said bass fisherman Kelly Salmans ... Largemouth bass fishing can be exceptional, and waterfowl hunting can be spectacular in some areas. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Outdoors Calendar Nov 23, 2008
Oregon Bass & Panfish Club: Auction of new and used items, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Camp Withycombe, 10101 S.E. Clackamas Road, Building 6101, Clackamas. Contact: 503-282-2852. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Shipp: Georgia's governor has fishy two-term record Nov 23, 2008
Promoted a Go Fish program during a drought to aid Georgia bass fisherfolk and others engaged in this praiseworthy pastime. Participated in foreign trade missions. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Another great book by outdoor writer Lefty Krey Nov 23, 2008
-- The tale of Lefty's most difficult catch, the Niugini Black Bass, so fierce it's been nicknamed the "River Rambo.". -- Lefty's trip to Cuba in 1959, where he fished with Fidel Castro and Ernest Hemingway. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Should the government bail out automakers, too? Nov 22, 2008
Math any Dum Bass should know. Sorry couldn t help myself. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Trout stocks go on despite legal block Nov 22, 2008
BASS-A-THON: In the 22 years Rick Grover has staged his popular BASS-A-THON at his Anglers Marine store in Anaheim, he's never faced a struggling economy the likes of this one. But Grover, who also owns a store in Santee, is plowing ahead with the two-day show that opens tomorrow at 7 a.m. Once again, Grover has invited some top names in bass fishing, none bigger than Kevin Van Dam or funnier than Mark Zona and Greg Swindle or richer than Michael Bennett, who won $1 million at this year's FLW... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Who REALLY is the sexiest man alive? Nov 22, 2008
Pierce Brosnan Bruce Willis (Moonlighting days) Definitely Gerard Butler Eric Bana (oh yeah) Johnny Depp (forever and always) Barney Fife (endearing qualities) Floyd the Barber (straight up freak) Ernest T Bass (threw a brick through my bedroom window and I was his right then and there) ... He caught my eye as Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudiced and Bridget Jones moviesI have a thing for the English accent which brings Number 4 John Taylor, bassist of Duran Duran. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Virginia Film Office announces screenwriting winners Nov 22, 2008
Saturday November 22, 2008. Star Tribune (434) 432-2791 Phone (434) 432-4033 Fax P.O. Box 111 28 North Main Street, Chatham VA 24531. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Church roundup Nov 22, 2008
BOWMAN - Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 2537 Pleasant Grove Road, will have "Big Bass Challenge" from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday. This is an automobile sound system competition held by students in grades 7 through college. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Assembly speaker leaves town during budget mess Nov 22, 2008
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass, one of five lawmakers leading a special session to deal with California's budget crisis, has been out of state this week to participate in a conference on mental health, her spokesman said Thursday ... Bass, who plans to return to Sacramento today, is the highest-ranking of more than a dozen lawmakers who have been out of state during some part of the session that Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger called this month ... Bass' travel comes as Schwarzenegger and the 120-member... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Music review: Symphony masters Mahler's Eighth Nov 22, 2008
The male contingent, all of them superb, included tenor Anthony Dean Griffey, baritone Quinn Kelsey and bass James Morris. And near the end, soprano Laura Claycomb appeared in the balcony to sing the few lines of the Mater Gloriosa with seraphic intensity. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Kipper center encourages children to investigate field of archaeology Nov 21, 2008
The team also consulted Susan Bass Marcus, educator emerita at the Spertus Museum and former curator of the ARTiFACT Center. Also joining the project were the Oriental Institute s Wendy Ennes, Teacher Services and E-Learning Coordinator, and Jessica Caracci, Museum Education Assistant, who helped develop learning materials, including a comic book-style guide for teachers, field notebooks and trench cards. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
