Floodwaters Soak S. Oklahoma Aug 20, 2008
In Roma, about 200 miles south of San Antonio, 8 inches of rain fell in three hours Monday. The area hadn't yet recovered from Hurricane Dolly, which hit last month. (WNBC.com, NY)
Good Old Boys live up to their namesake Aug 20, 2008
Let's not forget, either, the 88 that Ray Waclawczyk of San Antonio posted to earn five points and a tie with Gibson and Day. It was one of the best rounds for Ray in a while. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Feliz, rain no-hit Missions Aug 20, 2008
The 20-year-old right-hander pitched five innings and Trey Hodges recorded one out in the sixth Tuesday as the Frisco RoughRiders no-hit the San Antonio Missions in a rain-shortened 7-0 victory at Wolff Stadium ... Starter Manny Ayala (6-3) surrendered seven runs on nine hits while striking out two over five innings for San Antonio (27-29), which lost for the 11th time in 17 games this month. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Hockey: Rush ink second player-coach Aug 20, 2008
DeSantis resume also boasts five seasons of experience in the CHL suiting up for both the Gorillas and the San Antonio Iguanas. During the 2000-2001 season, while playing for the New Mexico Scorpions of the Western Professional Hockey League, DeSantis earned the award for outstanding defenseman. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Nagy Shoots Even Par in US Amateur First Round Aug 19, 2008
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With high oil prices, West Texas booms again Aug 19, 2008
"I'm having to shop in Houston, Austin and San Antonio to find one.". At Midessa Mobile Home Park, with space for 91 trailers, Bill Childers said he gets several inquiries every day from oilfield workers. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Bud's Clydesdales come to town Aug 19, 2008
The team then traveled to North Hudson for the Pepper Fest parade on Saturday and finished out their visit with a flourish at Boyceville s Pickle Fest parade before returning to their home base in San Antonio, Texas ... and at the Sea World theme parks in San Diego, San Antonio, and Orlando, Fla. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Austin area full of family-friendly attractions Aug 19, 2008
"A lot of good memories," said Desiree Wilburn, who is from near San Antonio, Texas. Her extended family decided to come here with their young kids instead of taking their traditional beach getaway together. (CNN -- Travel)
Yawn named interim VP of hospital Aug 19, 2008
Originally from San Antonio, Texas, Yawn has more than 22 years of nursing and leadership experience in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a colonel. At her last Air Force assignment, Yawn was director of nursing, commander of medical operations squadron and deputy group commander of the 6th Medical Group at MacDill Air Force Base in Fla. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Neuheisel chooses Craft as UCLA's starting QB Aug 19, 2008
Craft transferred from Mt. San Antonio Junior College last spring ... Craft transferred from Mt. San Antonio Junior College last spring. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Tongan culture shines on football field Aug 19, 2008
"Even with Moala leaving at the end of the season, the Trojan defensive line will still have a strong Tongan presence next season.Defensive tackle committed to USC in May. The 6-foot-2, 330-pound defensive tackle currently stars at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, Calif.Fangupo lived in America with his family until he was 8, when tragedy struck."The house burned down when I was really little," Fangupo said. "Actually, I was the one who burned it down. I was playing with matches in the garage. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Deputy attacked, kills unrestrained prisoner Aug 19, 2008
SAN ANTONIO - A Frio County sheriff's deputy fatally shot an unrestrained prisoner who attacked him while being taken to a hospital for a mental evaluation. San Antonio police say Deputy Roger Salinas suffered facial and head injuries in Monday afternoon's attack while driving his patrol vehicle on Interstate 35 ... San Antonio police say 19-year-old Andres Gutierrez was dead at the scene. (KHOU.com, TX)
Dozens Rescued From Flooded Homes In South Texas Aug 19, 2008
About 10,000 people live in Roma, a city 210 miles south of San Antonio. The impact of so much rain was compounded by the ground's saturation from Hurricane Dolly, which hit in late July, said county Emergency Management Coordinator Gene Falcon. (CBS News -- US)
Charger volleyball team picks up 1st victory in school history Aug 19, 2008
SAN ANTONIO It s official Boerne Champion High School has received its first varsity win in school history by a Chargers sports team. It was the Champion volleyball team that had the honor Tuesday night, defeating East Central in three straight games (25-18, 25-15 and 25-22) to start the year at 1-0. (Boerne Star, TX)
Elite idea factorys biggest venture yet: safer and cheaper nuclear power plants Aug 18, 2008
Elite idea factorys biggest venture yet: safer and cheaper nuclear power plants - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle). Members: Not Registered. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Opinion: Everybody's a contender in the summer Aug 18, 2008
San Antonio won titles in 2003, '05 and '07. The Spurs have a remarkable opportunity to become the first team to win four straight nonconsecutive championships in odd-numbered years. (MSNBC -- Sports)
The NFL will tolerate unruly players but not boorish fans Aug 18, 2008
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Are new rules out of bounds? Aug 18, 2008
The NFL will tolerate unruly players but not boorish fans - San Antonio Business Journal ... San Antonio Business Journal - by ... City Guide Spotlight - San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Scooter sales in the fast lane Aug 18, 2008
Demand for scooters is putting cycle shops in the fast lane - San Antonio Business Journal ... San Antonio Business Journal - by ... TORENCE WHITE / SAN ANTONIO BUSINESS JOURNAL Jason Trott, owner of The Motorcycle Shop, says fuel-efficient motorscooters are in high demand. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Tropical Storm Fay moves in on Florida Keys Aug 18, 2008
KENS 5 - TV San Antonio - 19 minutes ago. CNN - 29 minutes ago. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Dragic expectedto sign 4-year deal Aug 18, 2008
" Terms were not disclosed, but it is known that the June draft's 45th pick would need a buyout greater than the $1.5 million buyout his Tau contract stipulated for 2009. The Suns will contribute the maximum $500,000 to his buyout but needed to offset his buyout cost by paying him like a lottery pick. A deal was expected to start at nearly $2 million, using part of the midlevel exception. The cost for the Suns doubles because the team's payroll exceeds the luxury-tax threshold. Dragic's camp... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Goran Dragic Aug 18, 2008
" Dragic, a lefthander who is 6 feet 4 and 181 pounds, was property of Tau but was loaned to play in the Adriatic and Slovenian leagues last season. He has a 37 1/2-inch vertical leap and a 6-foot-7 wingspan. "He's unusual," Suns Vice President of Basketball Operations David Griffin said in late June after Phoenix traded a second-round pick and $500,000 to San Antonio to move up three spots and take him 45th overall. "He's lefthanded and very athletic. He attacks the rim with a sort of abandon... (AZCentral -- Sports)
Defending Ivy League Champion Bulldogs Announce 2008-09 Schedule Aug 18, 2008
For their annual spring break trip, Yale will travel to Texas to take on No. 75 Southern Methodist University, University of Texas at Arlington, University of Texas at San Antonio, and Houston. Before beginning Ivy League play, Yale will host Boston University, another NCAA Tournament participant. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
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San Antonio, Alamo Heights High Scouts Grade: 75. Position Rank: 50. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Chargers seen staying put Aug 18, 2008
Another possible relocation site is San Antonio, where the New Orleans Saints played to sellout crowds at the indoor Alamodome when they were forced out of their Louisiana Superdome home after Hurricane Katrina. Next year, and every year until the Chargers' lease with the city expires in 2020, the team will have a window from Feb. 1 until May 1 to notify the city of its intent to relocate. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
PUBLIC AGENDA: Public Art Commission, Color of Palo Alto Aug 16, 2008
The board intends to discuss a proposal to expand and revamp the Coronet Motel at 2455 El Camino Real, the Sea Scout building rehabilitation in the Baylands, plans for Google's child care facility at 1129 San Antonio Ave., a three-story medical/dental building at 49 Wells Road, and the expansion of the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, in the Council Chambers at City Hall (250 Hamilton Ave.). (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Finley reportedly to re-sign with Spurs Aug 16, 2008
SAN ANTONIO - Michael Finley is poised to re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs ... In his second season in San Antonio in 2007, Finley was part of the teams run to a fourth title in nine seasons. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pargo signs with Russian team Aug 16, 2008
Pargo was able to attract interest from other NBA teams, most notably San Antonio, which defeated New Orleans in the second round of the Western Conference playoffs last season, and Denver, Bartelstein had said ... He scored 30 points in a Game 3 victory against Dallas in the opening round and had 18 in the Game 7 loss to San Antonio. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Maybe Lebron James isnt so air apparent Aug 16, 2008
We saw in the 2007 NBA Finals that Lebron alone was no match for Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and the San Antonio Spurs, when the Spurs swept the Cavs 4-0. Not even Jordan could do it alone-he had Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman, and company helping him win 6 championships. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Amputees hit the surf in Pismo Aug 16, 2008
Back in San Antonio, I do wheelchair basketball, handcycling, scuba diving ... Gallardo said Operation Restoration is really good both mentally and physically for him and the others who flew in from Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio. (Santa Maria Times)
Marty BurnsINSIDE THE NBA Aug 16, 2008
Spurs: Only a fool would count out a team with Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker (especially in an odd-numbered year), but there is certainly reason to think San Antonio might slip a bit in 2008-09 -- at least in the regular season ... They also re-signed Kurt Thomas, and are waiting to see about Michael Finley and Robert Horry, but it looks as if this San Antonio team will be pretty much the same as a season ago -- only a year older. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Dr. ZNFL MAILBAG Aug 16, 2008
Tony, of San Antonio, opens up all sorts of possibilities when he writes, "You're an old Olympic reporter. What's your impression of the Games so far?". 1) When I die and go to hell, hell will be beach volleyball -- for all eternity. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Zagunis Claims Bronze With U.S. Sabre Team Aug 16, 2008
In other fencing action at the Olympic Games, Notre Dame rising junior (San Antonio, Texas) was defeated in the first round of the individual women's epee competition on Wednesday. Hurley lost to Korea's Hyo Jung Jung, 15-6. (Und.com)
Texas ends several polygamous-sect custody cases Aug 16, 2008
(Getty Images) SAN ANTONIO (AP) - Texas authorities have dropped custody cases concerning more than 30 children from a polygamous group in west Texas. A spokeswoman for the child welfare department says the state filed paperwork Thursday indicating it no longer needed court oversight of the 10 families involved. (FOX23.com, OK)
Hudek helping develop All-Star talent Aug 16, 2008
"They've been in Galveston before, San Antonio -- it's fun to go watch them do that. It's pretty interesting.". Hudek said he is lucky enough to be around at this time in his daughters' lives. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Blalock recovering slowly from injury00001F52 Aug 16, 2008
If Blalock suffers no setbacks the next four days, a rehab assignment could follow Wednesday and Thursday with either Triple-A Oklahoma in Oklahoma City or Double-A Frisco in San Antonio. Washington has been more involved with Blalock during this DL stint and Blalock is thankful for it. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Spikes win 14U USSSA Major Western World Series Aug 16, 2008
The Spikes players are Brandon Flores, Ryan Skowronski and Lu Villanueva of San Antonio, Eddie Broll of Kirby, Luke Strieber and Zach Long of Boerne, Ralph Garza of New Braunfels, Tug McRoberts and Brennen Blakemoore of Wimberley, Ronnie Baker and Randy Vallejo of Austin and Cody Breest of Canyon Lake. Search The Web. (Boerne Star, TX)
Luring grocery stores problematic for Palo Alto Aug 15, 2008
We should also get free bus service to the Mt View shopping center on San Antonio, Like the free busses to the downtown business district that was put in place as a subsidy to the wealthy business people downtown. Probably a million $$ a year of our tax money. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Soth steps down as head of Fair Grounds Aug 15, 2008
In more than 20 years in racing, Soth also has been general manager at Retama Park in San Antonio, vice president of racing at Sam Houston Park in Houston and racing secretary at four New Jersey tracks -- Monmouth Park, the Meadowlands, Atlantic City Racetrack and Garden State Park. "Randy has been a great asset for our company," CDI executive vice president Steve Sexton said in the release. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Son of former Niles residents wins four gold medals in Texas Amateur Federation Games Aug 15, 2008
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - Forrest Hughes, son of former Niles residents Scott and Luanne (Kachur) Hughes, won four gold medals at the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation Games held in San Antonio. Forrest Hughes, son of Scott and Luanne (Kachur) Hughes won four gold medals and set four state records recently in Texas. (Niles Star, MI)
Print Edition Aug 15, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Pat Flannery Aug 15, 2008
Lee, a 2006 graduate, signed with the NBA's San Antonio Spurs and played with the team throughout training camp in 2006. This summer, Holden helped the Russian national team win the EuroBasket championship and qualify for the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. (Bucknellbison.com)
Billies To Scrimmage Boerne Here Saturday Aug 15, 2008
The pre-season s second and final scrimmage will follow Friday, Aug. 22, when Fredericksburg gridmen travel to San Antonio to scrimmage counterparts from Johnson High School. On that night, freshman will scrimmage at 5 p.m. before jayvee and varsity teams line up at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
FHS 2008 Football Schedules Aug 15, 2008
Aug. 22 San Antonio Johnson (S) There 7 p.m. ... Aug. 22 San Antonio Johnson (S) There 6 p.m. ... Aug. 22 San Antonio Johnson (S) There TBA. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Feds close another charter bus company Aug 15, 2008
SAN ANTONIO -- Authorities ordered a third charter bus company that is linked to the bus operator involved in the fatal last week to cease its operations. Liberty Charters and Tours of San Antonio was leasing buses owned by Angel de la Torre, the operator of Angel Tours and Iguala Busmex. (KHOU.com, TX)
First shot at redemption Aug 14, 2008
"You could say (Manu) Ginobili or (Tim) Duncan to me and I'd get the dry heaves right now," said U.S. assistant Mike D'Antoni, referring to the San Antonio stars who so often stood in his way when he was coaching the Phoenix Suns. "So I think every coach has always been through a team that does something, that you try different things and thought you had it covered and it just didn't work that day.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Banks can't escape fifth in loss Aug 14, 2008
" The night wasn't a complete loss, as rookie shortstop Sean Kazmar, recalled on Tuesday from Double-A San Antonio, got his first start and got a hit on the first pitch that he saw from Sabathia in the second inning. "I think everyone I talked to said I should swing at a first-pitch fastball," said Kazmar, who was 1-for-2. "The nerves were definitely there. It was very exciting. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
N.O. makes cut in quest to land women's Final 4 Aug 14, 2008
" That would happen in November after site visits by the NCAA Women's Basketball Committee in September and October. Dallas, Denver, Nashville, Tenn., San Antonio, Tampa, Indianapolis and Columbus, Ohio, are the other finalists. Of those seven, Tampa, Indianapolis and San Antonio have hosted previous women's Final Fours. Cicero said New Orleans is focusing on landing the event in either 2013 or 2014 to avoid a conflict with the local bid for the men's Final Four in 2012. Indianapolis, which by... (Nola.com -- Sports)
2008 San Antonio District Preview: 29-4A Aug 14, 2008
How They Rank: 1 Floresville 2 San Antonio Southside* 3 Uvalde 4 San Antonio McCollum* 5 Castroville Medina Valley 6 Pleasanton 7 San Antonio Harlandale Division I playoff teams denoted by (*). Jeffs Take: Much like their brethren from District 28-4A, the teams from District 29-4A will have a very tough time when the postseason rolls around as potential playoff opponents include Port Lavaca Calhoun, Beeville Jones, and Gregory-Portland. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
San Antonio named a finalist city in the hunt for Womens Final Four Aug 14, 2008
San Antonio named a finalist city in the hunt for Womens Final Four - San Antonio Business Journal ... San Antonio named a finalist city in the hunt for Womens Final Four ... San Antonio Business Journal - by. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Students on the FAST track Aug 14, 2008
Trinity offers grants for science, tech majors - San Antonio Business Journal ... San Antonio Business Journal ... San Antonian Bobbie Menzel, her son Stephen who is a CF patient and Dr. Amanda Dove, a CF specialist, are recording a half-hour radio show with radio personality Ron Aaron called Talk San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
The Wichita economy Aug 14, 2008
For all their optimism, local execs remain wary - Wichita Business Journal. Members: Not Registered. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Olympics Won't Alter Cable’s Original Scheduling Aug 14, 2008
Operators, programmers, Cable in the Classroom and CTAM shared their resources with more than 18,000 school leaders, educational technology purchasers and decision-makers this week at the National Educational Computing Conference in San Antonio. Podcasts. (Multichannel News)
Newman to become Stewart's 2nd driver Aug 14, 2008
New Orleans; San Antonio; and Tampa, Fla. The five sites will be announced in mid-November. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
High-end. High-traffic. High-impact. Aug 14, 2008
Las Vegas; and Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Sugar Land, Texas. Three more stores are expected to open later this year, in Phoenix at the CityNorth mixed-use development; in West Palm Beach, Fla. (AZCentral -- Business)
NCAA reveals 8 finalists for 2012-16 Final Fours Aug 14, 2008
New Orleans; San Antonio; and Tampa, Fla ... Of the eight finalists, Indianapolis, New Orleans, San Antonio and Tampa have hosted previous Final Fours. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
Hoops: Saint Mary's star stands out at Olympics Aug 14, 2008
Mills scored a team-high 22 points Tuesday against Argentina, a medal contender led by San Antonio Spurs star Manu Ginobili. In an exhibition game shortly before the Olympics started, Mills led the Aussies with 13 points in a loss to the United States. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
PG North: Fox Chapel's Thomas eager to get started with Penguins (Today) Aug 14, 2008
" Of course, Thomas is not guaranteed a roster spot with the Penguins. He signed a two-way contract, meaning he can be sent to the team's AHL affiliate in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton and his salary fluctuates depending on which team he is playing on. He must earn his way onto the big club. To do that at training camp, which opens next month, he will have to show he is an all-around contributor at both ends of the ice. Thomas has always been an offensive producer, having put up more than a point per... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Mercury center Smith out 4-6 weeks after surgery Aug 13, 2008
Smith started all 34 games last year and 25 of 27 this season, which resumes Aug. 28 against San Antonio after the monthlong Olympic break. Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- WNBA)
Kazmar gets unexpected call from Padres Aug 13, 2008
SAN DIEGO -- Sean Kazmar was preparing to take a six-game road trip to Missouri and Arkansas with Double-A San Antonio on Monday when he was informed he was headed somewhere else -- San Diego ... That's because Kazmar -- the Padres' fifth-round pick in the 2004 First-Year Player Draft -- hasn't played above the Double-A level in his career and would likely have been on San Antonio's road swing to Missouri and Arkansas had shortstop Khalil Greene not fractured his left hand last month. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Longoria: Husband losing accent Aug 13, 2008
The 'Desperate Housewives' actress - who lives with basketball player Tony in San Antonio, Texas - doesn't like the fact that her sportsman spouse has begun speaking with an American twang. In a joint interview with Tony on US TV show 'Extra', Eva told him: "You're sounding more American and I'm not liking that! I'm missing the French accent. He's losing the French accent.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Hornets face Heat in Mobile Aug 13, 2008
The Hornets have road games scheduled Oct. 8 at Indiana and Oct. 10 at San Antonio against the Spurs. Jimmy Smith can be reached at jsmith@timespicayune. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Olympics: DAY 5 HIGHLIGHTS Aug 13, 2008
Manu Ginobili of the San Antonio Spurs paced Argentina with 21 points and Luis Scola of the Houston Rockets added 17. Argentina made 11 of 22 three-point shots. (Salt Lake Tribune)
Biodefense lab looks headed to Mississippi Aug 13, 2008
Butner, N.C.; and San Antonio. This article appeared on page A - 7 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Henneke shoots at state competition Aug 13, 2008
A Columbus High School senior recently competed at the Texas State 4-H Champi-onships in San Antonio ... Henneke said that what was more stressful than facing his opponents was the severe weather that took place during the week in San Antonio ... However, with his Texas teams win at 4-H nationals back in June and with a solid standing at state, he is prepared the challenging National Sporting Clays competitions taking place at San Antonio in October and November. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
