Katz: KU faces uphill battle in defense of title Nov 8, 2008
" Talking about last season's remarkable run in the final three games, the close win over Davidson, the crushing first-half lead over North Carolina and the thrilling comeback over Memphis after being down nine with 2:12 remaining takes the focus off the reality facing the Jayhawks this season. Kansas has talent. Don't be fooled into thinking the Jayhawks are devoid of impact players. But they return only two players who contributed last season: Collins and sophomore forward . "I'm not going to... (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Voter turnout deemed unimpressive Nov 8, 2008
Paul Szymanski, an engineer with Arthur Howland Associates, dressed up as Uncle Sam on Election Day and encouraged voters to honk their horns as they passed his office on Bridge Street. Photograph by Erin FitzPatrick. (New Milford Times, CT)
GSO insurance firm bought Nov 7, 2008
Roberts & Roberts Insurance Service has been acquired by an Illinois firm, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., according to an announcement ... Arthur J. Gallagher (NYSE: AJG) is an international insurance brokerage headquartered in Itasca, Ill. (Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
McNabb, other athletes savor Obama win Nov 6, 2008
All of these people, Arthur Ashe, who led the way for us. It's amazing," she said.". (ESPN -- Football News)
An open letter to late deciders Nov 6, 2008
KC wrote on Nov 3, 2008 10:42 AM:" other "barely qualified" POTUS, according to newswatcher:Andrew JacksonChester ArthurWoodrow WilsonHerbert HooverWhy? Their parents weren't born in America. Lame argument! " ... xdfred wrote on Nov 3, 2008 12:06 PM:" KC wrote on Nov 3, 2008 10:42 AM:" other "barely qualified" POTUS, according to newswatcher:Andrew JacksonChester ArthurWoodrow WilsonHerbert Hoover ... Newswatcher wrote on Nov 3, 2008 6:30 PM:" KC, welcome back to class. I'm not the idiot. Did... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
U.S. sports figures talk about Obama's victory Nov 6, 2008
"I was just thinking about everything, thinking about Martin Luther King and Malcolm X and all the pioneers. ... All of these people, Arthur Ashe, who led the way for us. It's amazing," she said. James, meanwhile, arrived at Wednesday night's NBA game between his Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls wearing a T-shirt with the president-elect's likeness on the front. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Looking Back Nov 6, 2008
Mabel Schwimley, left the latter part of last week for Ottumwa, to visit her cousin, Mrs. Arthur Lee. School No. 2 opened Monday, with Clare Oldaker as teacher. (Kalona News, IA)
Broadway Reunion? Nov 5, 2008
Katie Holmes is still on Broadway in Arthur Miller s "All My Sons." Ironically, just two streets over is the former good friend before she ran off with Tom Cruise. Readers of this column will recall that Katie came to New York on April 4, 2005 to see her pal Rebecca Gayheart open in the Broadway production of "Steel Magnolias." On that night, Katie had never met or spoken to Tom Cruise. (Fox News)
Rematches for Cumberland, Windsor Nov 4, 2008
The Lady Blue Devils won the Arcola regional with a thrilling 25-10, 19-25, 25-23 victory over Arthur. We were escorted into town by a fire truck and then each class took turns getting on the fire truck and they all got on it at once also, said Brandenburg. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 3, 2008 Nov 4, 2008
The Federal Reserve chair was Arthur Burns, who had been appointed by Richard Nixon ... That was THEIR REPUBLICAN appointee Arthur Burns. (North County Times)
Obama's home has long produced black stars Nov 3, 2008
Toni Preckwinkle, a longtime alderman who represents the Hyde Park neighborhood in the South Side, said the area has "always had an interesting relationship with national politics," starting with Arthur Mitchell, who was elected to Congress in the 1930s and authored the country's first anti-lynching bill. Dawson, she said, was widely regarded as a kingmaker for judges and up-and-coming politicians - black and white - during his tenure on Capitol Hill, "the person Democrats looked to for... (Boston Globe)
Mizz Shyneka feels targeted by mall Nov 3, 2008
(Thanks Arthur Blank, Jerry Jones, and so many others) ... (Thanks Arthur Blank, Jerry Jones, and so many others). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Obama ahead of McCain in Georgia fund-raising Nov 2, 2008
I was just blown away by him, said Blank, who is the wife of Arthur Blank, co-founder of Home Depot and owner of the Atlanta Falcons ... Arthur and Stephanie Blank, Atlanta ... Arthur Blank is co-founder of Home Depot and owner of the Atlanta Falcons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Soul of the Obama campaign is in the soundtrack Nov 1, 2008
Evelyn Arthur, 66, was all smiles, and she had a faraway look in her eyes at a Barack Obama campaign rally in Orlando, Fla ... "It's always uplifting," Arthur said ... Arthur, who's black, let the songs take her back to her early days as a single mom; to grieving after Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1968 assassination; to agitating over hiring practices as an employee at the phone company in Baltimore, where she spent her career. (Anchorage Daily News)
EIU cross country teams head to OVC championship Oct 31, 2008
Following O Grady have been a flurry of runners with sophomore Caitlin Napoleoni and freshmen Brittany Arthur and Jenna Wise posting strong times as the season progressed. Coach Geoff Masanet feels the EIU women s squad is finally hitting its stride as the conference championship approaches. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Site to combine 'small town USA' with eco-friendly tourism Oct 31, 2008
Working with the nearby Amish farmer s market, the new organic beef processing plant near Mattoon and an organic chicken farm in Arthur, the resort will serve healthy food grown locally, said officials ... He said he hopes overnight guests also will travel to area communities such as Tuscola and Arthur for an experience that combines Small Town USA (and) the green aspect. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
General News Oct 31, 2008
- Stultz named Director of Ticket Operations - Jones named to NCAA Leadership Council - Withers Broadcasting Named New Home for Saluki Sports Network - Ask the AD -- April Edition - Neva Corn tapped as new Saluki Cheerleading and Mascot Coach - Southern Illinois student-athletes honored by MVC Tuesday for academic excellence - Southern Illinois Orthopedic Center pledges $500,000 toward Saluki Way - Saluki Caravan kicks off with big crowd at Samy's in Springfield - Casey Hall named Director of... (Siusalukis.com)
NDP wins byelections in 2 Vancouver ridings Oct 31, 2008
The NDP's Spencer Herbert, a former park board commissioner, beat Liberal Arthur Griffiths in the formerly Liberal riding of Vancouver-Burrard after all polls had reported. Herbert received 6,516 votes while Griffiths received 4,841 votes after all 195 polls had reported. (CBC.ca)
Pregnant victim remembered by family Oct 31, 2008
Katie Griffieth, 29, seven months pregnant and a mother of five, was stabbed to death by Arthur Thomas Massey in June 2006 in the Hallsville home the woman shared with her four other children. Her 8-year-old son, Kendall, was also killed by Massey, who pleaded guilty and is serving two life terms on the murder charges and 60 years in the death of the unborn child. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
In the U.S., the decided go in droves to vote early Oct 30, 2008
"In New Hampshire where we came from," said Arthur Schuetz, 62, who voted Monday at the community center here in Henderson, "it is not socially acceptable to do anything but go to the polls on Election Day and stand in the snow talking with all your neighbors. But here you can vote in five minutes and go home. It's super.". 1. (International Herald Tribune)
Oil sands pipeline may be delayed Oct 29, 2008
The expansion will take an extra 500,000 barrels a day to refineries in Houston and Port Arthur, Tex. As well as the confirmed supplies and the possible construction delay, TransCanada said it has increased its stake in Keystone and the expansion as its partner, ConocoPhillips Corp. of Houston, has reduced its share from 50 per cent to 20. (Globe and Mail)
Body of Hudson's nephew is found Oct 28, 2008
Arthur Reed Jr., pastor of the the Calvary Light Pentecostal Church, posted a message yesterday asking for prayer in support of Oscar-winning actress Jennifer Hudson's family, across the street from where Hudson's mother and brother were killed. (Charles Rex Arbogast/ Associated Press) By Sophia Tareen Associated Press / October 28, 2008. (Boston Globe)
Air Force travels to West Point to take on Army Oct 28, 2008
Radio KVOR AM 740 in Colorado Springs KCKK 1510 AM in Denver and Northern Colorado Talent: Jim Arthur (play-by-play); Lee Douglas (anaylst); Jay Ritchie (pre- and post-game). Television ESPN U Talent: Dave Armstrong (play-by-play); Larry Coker (color). (Airforcesports.com)
Hawaii: From Aloha State to Obama State Oct 28, 2008
"I appreciate him visiting his grandmother. It shows character. It shows his strong moral values. That's something we need," resident Arthur Witherspoon told the local paper. Derek Ferrar, a former public information specialist with the state's Office of Hawaiian Affairs, says Hawaiians usually refrain from paparazzi-like attention when a celebrity visits. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Familiar faces for area playoffs Oct 27, 2008
Arthur-Lovington, 6-3, is to travel to Villa Grove, 9-0, a team they lost to 39-6 last Friday in a Little Okaw Valley Conference contest ... Arthur is making its eighth playoff appearance ... This is the third time Arthur is to play a fellow conference member in the opening round of the playoffs. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Coles candidates stake positions Oct 25, 2008
85CHSGrad wrote on Oct 24, 2008 6:14 PM:" RAP RACER,this is what was on the flyer that was placed on my vehicle... and I still wouldn't have called it a Hate Letter.I still think of it as a Public Service Announcement............Anthony Duane Bell, 25, of Humboldt was sentenced to two years in prison, followed by four years of probation for his conviction for criminal sexual assault, manufacture of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance. Bell pleaded guilty in July,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Barbs & Bouquets Oct 25, 2008
Arthur Hand showed a great deal of courage by taking pictures of his wife, Janette Maley, as she struggled with breast cancer that returned about five years after she underwent a mastectomy. Maley died in 2006, but artwork that she did, as well as photographs from her husband, are on display at the Art Museum at Northern Illinois University. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Jennifer Hudson'smom, brother killed Oct 25, 2008
Dress Ludacris, Arthur Blank or Wanda Smith and Elton John in your costume of choice. Four basic cupcake recipes and six different ways to make each of 'em spooky. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Art exhibit chronicles couples cancer journey Oct 24, 2008
As his wife battled breast cancer, Arthur Hand found comfort behind the lens of his camera ... Maley had an unusual form of breast cancer that doesn t usually show up on mammograms, Arthur Hand said ... Cancer wasn t a stranger for Arthur Hand he had already lost six members of his family to cancer when his wife was diagnosed. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Personnel Announcement Oct 24, 2008
Arthur G. Scotland of California, (Chief Justice Conference Representative), for the remainder of a three-year term expiring 09/17/10. Gerald W. VandeWalle of North Dakota, (Chief Justice Conference Representative), for the remainder of a three-year term expiring 09/17/09. (White House News Releases)
Penn State could turn some top prospects Oct 24, 2008
Georgia tight end commitment (formerly Arthur Fontaine) from Dartmouth (Mass. High still is being pursued by Penn State, Maryland and Virginia, but it's considered unlikely he'll switch his commitment. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Haiti benefit auction Friday, Saturday south of Arthur Oct 23, 2008
ARTHUR Officials this weekend hope to transform handcrafted furniture and other goods into food, clothing and medicine for the impoverished nation of Haiti. The 15th annual Illinois Haiti Benefit Auction, located a half-mile south of Arthur on County Line Road, begins with a barbecue chicken dinner from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday ... The Arthur event is one of six nationwide auctions under the Haiti Benefit Auction organization headquartered in Goshen, Ind. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
County GOP says yard-sign thefts spike Oct 23, 2008
Santo Fan wrote on Oct 22, 2008 9:54 PM:" Real American: Do some research bud. Republicans do not give 3 times as much to charity as democrats. If you are trying to refer to the book "Who Really Cares", I think you might need to re-read the book. Arthur Brooks, the author of this book claims that republicans give 30% more than democrats.....which is a far cry from your "3 times as much" claim. Here is some math for you....If the democrat gives $1000 to charity, then according to Arthur's... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Palin tells kids the vice president 'runs' Senate Oct 23, 2008
McLeaner wrote on Oct 22, 2008 10:48 AM:" Like Cheney? You'll love Palin! All the power-grabbing ambition but without the intellect to attempt to disguise it. If the GOP wins, I suppose the real question is whether they actually let her drive the car instead of just standing next to it at the car show. At best, she is as quiet as a Quayle. At worst, she is a Tyler, Fillmore, A. Johnson, Arthur, T. Roosevelt, Coolidge, Truman, or LBJ. Yikes. ". FollowTheConsitution wrote on Oct 22, 2008 10:47... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Tri-County's 18th straight is Ritchey's 100th win Oct 22, 2008
Arthur tops Villa Grove. VILLA GROVE Tori Campos had 14 kills leading Arthur s 25-16, 25-3 Little Okaw Valley Conference volleyball win over Villa Grove ... Arthur is 9-8 overall and 4-6 in the LOVC and is to play host to Bement Thursday in the final regular season and conference match of the year. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 2008 Oct 21, 2008
Another huge difference is that, following eight years of Nixon/Ford, Carter inherited the Federal Reserve Chair appointed by Nixon, Arthur Burns. Carter did not have a chance to appoint his own nominee to the Fed until the final year in office, and he nominated Paul Volcker who served through Reagan's first term, turning things around so dramatically and, of course, Reagan (who had nothing to do with it) took full credit. (North County Times)
Obama reverses slide Oct 21, 2008
An Atlanta blog with a little bit of opinion about a lot of things. Commenting is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. M-F. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Aerobics May Reverse Mental Decline Oct 20, 2008
Arthur F. Kramer and Kirk I. Erickson explain in the latest issue of the British Journal of Sports Medicine. Yet a substantial body of research shows that these are the very processes that are most responsive to physical exercise, note the authors from the University of Illinois Beckman Institute, Urbana. (Newsmax)
Peace Corps markets service to retirees Oct 19, 2008
The oldest volunteer in Peace Corps history was Arthur Goodfriend, of Honolulu. He finished his second tour in Hungary in 1994 at 86. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Meadows Mennonite Retirement home celebrates 85th year Oct 19, 2008
1997: The Arthur and Berdena King Alzheimers Unit completed. 2003: $3. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Ballot Blocks Oct 18, 2008
The papers onballot controversies - By Arthur Delaney - Slate Magazine ... Arthur Delaneyposted Oct. 18, 2008 ... By Arthur DelaneyPosted Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008, at 5:28 AM ET. (Slate)
Six area games on the docket tonight Oct 17, 2008
Two area teams play each other as Cumberland is to play host to Martinsville in a non-conference game and Arthur-Lovington is to play host to Tri-County in a Little Okaw Valley Conference contest. Cumberland needs to win to remain alive in the playoff hunt, while Arthur needs a win to clinch a playoff berth ... Tri-County, No. 11 in Class 1A (1-6, 1-4) at Arthur-Lovington (5-2, 3-2). (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Expert: Forget voting, settle election on the court! Oct 17, 2008
Maybe even the 6-2 Chester A. Arthur. Nah. (MSNBC -- Sports)
SUE J. (STOCKSTILL) COOK, 70, Oct 17, 2008
Sue graduated from Eastern Illinois University and worked at EIU food services, Jarman Hospital, The Decorator in Arthur, and most recently at the Dutch Kitchen in Arcola. She and Ray moved to Arizona in 1999 as snowbirds until moving there permanently in 2002. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Genes hold secret of survival of Antarctic 'antifreeze fish' Oct 17, 2008
University of Illinois animal biology professor Arthur DeVries discovered in the late 1960s that some notothenioids manufacture their own "antifreeze proteins." These proteins bind to ice crystals in the blood to prevent the fish from freezing. In the new study, U. of I. animal biology professor C.-H. Christina Cheng and her colleagues at the Chinese Academy of Sciences sought comprehensive genetic clues that would help explain how the Antarctic notothenioids survive. (EurekAlert!)
DHS 63 celebrates 45th reunion Oct 15, 2008
It was moderated by reunion co-chair Diane Hiland Ballard, who, working with co-chair Bob Arthur, were the driving forces behind the event. The program featured a slide show of pictures of where classmates had lived and frequented while in high school. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Keller on the hot seat Oct 15, 2008
Dominique Keller is a 6-foot-7, 230-pound junior forward that transferred to the University of Illinois from Lee Community College in Port Arthur, Texas to play hoops for Bruce Weber's squad. Brad Sturdy caught up with him at the Illini media day to put him on the hot seat. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
Rangers prospect had heart condition Oct 15, 2008
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank submitted a bid for a MLS expansion team in the city. Blank, who also owns the Arena Football League's Georgia Force, made the announcement through his management and investment company, the AMB Group. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008 Oct 15, 2008
She was born May 30, 1941, in La Crosse to Arthur and Eldred (Rybold) Stark. Joan was a 1959 graduate of Central High School in La Crosse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 13, 2008 Oct 14, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Crowning success of the Bush years. (North County Times)
Adele Vexler's column should be study material Oct 14, 2008
-- ARTHUR HORN, East WindsorGive parents the right to choose kids' schools Although John McCain has often spoken of school choice as a civil right and Barack Obama is opposed to parental choice, there is little debate and reporting on this. The impact that parental choice would have on society is enormous. (NJ.com -- Times)
Assign blame to Democrats Oct 13, 2008
Other McCain campaign officials who have lobbied for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or both: chief political adviser Charlie Black, national finance co-chairman Wayne Berman, congressional liaison John Green, Arthur Culvahouse, who reportedly headed McCain's vice-presidential search team, and William E. Timmons Sr., who reportedly "has been tapped by the McCain campaign to conduct a study in preparation for the presidential transition." According to a Media Matters search of the Senate Office of... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
A'Seret Dokubo Oct 11, 2008
CARBONDALE Southern Illinois track and field athlete A Seret Dokubo and diving athlete Gareth McGee were honored as 2008 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars named by the Diverse: Issues in Higher Education magazine in the May 29 issue. Dokubo, a sophomore from Schaumburg, daughter of Teresa Colby-Dokubo and Dr. Igoni Dokubo and the granddaughter of John and Betty Brokaw of Tiskilwa and the late Gerald Colby, was one of 25 athletes named to the women s track and field first team. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Dig In To Presidential Trivia Oct 11, 2008
"The Gentleman Boss"; "Elegant Arthur". Grover Cleveland. (Click2Houston, TX)
Air Force returns to MWC action; travels to San Diego State Oct 7, 2008
Radio KVOR AM 740 in Colorado Springs 1510 KCKK AM in Denver and Northern Colorado Talent - Jim Arthur (play-by-play); Lee Douglas (anaylst); Jay Ritchie (pre- and post-game). Television The Mtn (Channel 616 on DirecTV, 167 on Comcast) Talent - James Bates (play-by-play); Todd Christensen (color); Jenny Carnar (sidelines). (Airforcesports.com)
Golf carts give Arthur drivers alternative to cars Oct 6, 2008
ARTHUR William Parrott has found an easier way to get around town and beat the high cost of gasoline ... As of Sept. 29, residents of Arthur can apply for a golf cart license, providing they are 21 or older and have a driver s license, said Arthur Police Chief Michael Goodwin ... The Arthur application includes a 40 fee and an inspection of the golf cart. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Swimming & Diving Oct 3, 2008
6/10/08 Southern Illinois track and field athlete A'Seret Dokubo and swimming and diving athlete Gareth McGee were honored as 2008 Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholars named by the Diverse: Issues in Higher Education magazine in the May 29 issue. 3/1/08 Missouri State won the league title with 688 points. (Siusalukis.com)
Prep Rally Blog Oct 3, 2008
Caleb Arthur of Poca, W.Va. in the Dots' 54-42 defeat of Tolsia (Fort Gay, W.Va. (USA Today -- Sports)
On Your Mind Oct 3, 2008
Arthur Dent wrote on Sep 25, 2008 5:18 PM:" Apparently Comrade Randal backs the government takeover of the Financial Market. ". Yay Heinrich wrote on Sep 25, 2008 5:10 PM:" I smoke, I do not break for a cig, cept at lunch, I am not sick, I do not use my office time as my personal time, but man oh man, did you hit the nail on the head. My non-smoking co-worker acts as if the bosses office is her own home. Personal phone calls, IM's on the computer, and the stash of supplies she is always walking... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
On Your Mind - published Sept. 29 Oct 3, 2008
Arthur Dent wrote on Oct 2, 2008 6:48 PM:" Whooa Newton don't try to hang George Bush's Sellout on Obama. George Bush came on my TV crying that the sky is falling. He read us the same speech he used to rush us into invading Iraq. " ... Wise Guy wrote on Oct 1, 2008 5:43 PM:" Arthur, sounds like you ignore the fact that Obama has taken ownership of this bailout bill. He's telling his peers and Americans that they can't fail in passing this bill. That's your... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Birth Announcements Oct 3, 2008
Maternal grandparents are Frank and Connie Morgan of Anderson, S.C. Paternal grandparents are Arthur and Dee Ann Nelson of Tiskilwa and John and Betty Brokaw of Tiskilwa. Garza Michael Garza and Jennifer (Welk) Juarez of LaSalle are the parents of a son, Michael Paul, born Sept. 17 at St. Margaret s Hospital in Spring Valley. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Obituaries for Friday, October 3, 2008 Oct 3, 2008
-nephews, Trinity, Stephen Jr. and Tyler Thompson, and Christine, Jerry, Mason and Taylor Iovino; and special friends, Arthur and Kathleen Fitzpatrick of Concord, Calif. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Michael Thompson of Scotland and Danny Thompson of New Jersey; and father-in-law, Donald Foster of Chaseburg. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
06/27/06 GBW: Bball List/Guards Oct 3, 2008
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 160 AAU Team: Michigan Hurricanes High School: Arthur Hill High School (Saginaw, Michigan) Dar is the best athlete in the state already and is one of the tops in the country regardless of class. An intense and fiery competitor, Dar is explosive in the open court and will try and smash on anyone. (GoBlueWolverine.com)
Guggenheim chooses a curator, not a showman Oct 3, 2008
"I particularly remember a painting by Arthur Dove at the Phillips Collection.". 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Looking Back Sep 25, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. David Plank and Mr. and Mrs. Loren Huber and family attended a Saturday evening, October 1, family dinner and Sunday open house in Arthur, Illinois, honoring Mr. Plank's parents, George and Fanny Plank on their 70th wedding anniversary The 93rd birthday of Mary Gingerich was observed at breakfast Monday morning at The Parlor, with Mrs. John R. Knepp as hostess. Sharing the occasion were Raymond Gingerich, John Knepp, Mrs. Ernestine Grady, Mrs. Hazel Coffey and Mrs. Eugene Way. (Kalona News, IA)
