Pass the sugar Nov 15, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tulsa Basketball Nov 15, 2008
The University of Tulsa Official Athletic Site. Stillwater, Oklahoma. (Tulsahurricane.com)
Dubai Adventure, From Sky To Sand To Snow Nov 15, 2008
Julie Chen went to Paris and Russ Mitchell to Athens. Maggie started her journey Thursday. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Woman attempting swim across Atlantic Ocean Nov 15, 2008
"It will be an incredible physical and mental test not just for Jennifer, but for the crew, to be at sea for two months and not tire or go crazy," said Homish, an emergency medical specialist at the Holzer Clinic in Athens, Ohio. "But as impossible as it sounds, she is physically up to this. Her body can handle this sort of extreme endurance.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Smith: Former Bulldog Davis achieves lifelong goal Nov 15, 2008
"It was overwhelming. All the time I was commuting from my home in Lawrenceville to Athens each day. While I was doing my classwork, I had to run my business. I was texting constantly and answering my cell phone and making calls between classes. I had to rely on my employees and family to manage everything, but I got it done. Hallelujah!" ... Recruited by coach Joe Hollis and Bob Pittard, Mitch says he never "got caught up in the Alabama, Auburn hype," and, although he didn't know anybody when... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Judge tries to keep it friendly in village spat Nov 14, 2008
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) - A judge says he hopes all goes well for the southeast Ohio village of Chauncey where council members are suing to oust the mayor. During a preliminary hearing Wednesday, Athens County Probate Judge Robert Stewart also said he could hear the trial next month, though he acknowledged that the village council wants to take the case before a jury. (WKRC.com, OH)
Auburn linebacker: 'I can't stand Georgia' Nov 14, 2008
Athens Of Georgia s football rivalries, the border battle with Auburn is the oldest, going all the way back to a game in Atlanta s Piedmont Park in 1892, and the most competitive, with 111 meetings decided by an average score of 15 ... Knowshon Moreno and Georgia irked Auburn by dancing on the sidelines during last year s win over the Tigers in Athens ... Was Georgia out of line by dancing on the sideline to "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" in last year's win over Auburn in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Predicting playoff winners Nov 14, 2008
Athens goes 0-for-2 in the picks as Sequoyah takes a victory on the road against Clarke Central ... Class A Winner / Loser Athens Academy / Wash. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
That Palin hoax Nov 14, 2008
My wife & I went into Athens for lunch yesterday, on the way up I tried to explain how stock was priced & why projected earnings were important ... Did any of you (sorry, Dusty, but this is going to be rude) know that my great granddaddy is buried in the place of honor in the old cemetary out back the stadium in Athens ... Metro areas with the steepest rises are Dalton, Brunswick and Athens, the agency said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Foster signs with Samford Nov 14, 2008
Athens Academy senior Scott Foster signed a national letter of intent to play tennis at Samford earlier this week ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Friday, November 14, 2008 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Real Housewives of Atlanta Nov 13, 2008
Ask radio writer about what's new around metro Atlanta. Access all your favorite blogs from myajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Rep. Broun's Obama statement Nov 12, 2008
A Georgia congressman, Paul Broun of Athens, has accused Barack Obama of being a Marxist with secret plans to take over the country, abolish all rights and rule as dictator just as Hitler did ... Keep in mind he represents the CD around Athens ... The Athens area looks bluer that ever on the voter map. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
America: Now More Divided Than in 2004 Nov 11, 2008
The only county Obama won in southeast Ohio was Athens, home of Ohio University. In western (Appalachian) North Carolina, Obama won Watauga County, home of Appalachian State University. (Slate)
Can a $100 billion stimulus save a $14 trillion economy? Nov 10, 2008
new roads or school construction," said Richard Vedder, a professor of economics at Ohio University in Athens, Ohio.Others, though, contend that some infrastructure projects are ready to go within weeks of legislation, and that such investment would yield long-term gains. Meanwhile, leading Democrats want to focus immediate aid on struggling people."I think some stimulation here, focused on the people, I think, who need the help the most would be a wise step," said Senate Banking Committee... (Anchorage Daily News)
Tech's worst effort under Paul Johnson Nov 10, 2008
THWG and with fair weather so called Tech fans who say much, know little, and probably should have gone to Athens anyway ... If you aren t going to the game in Athens, fine be a fair weather fan and at least sell your ticket to a GT fan ... C mon over here to Athens, boys. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Falcons Fall to Bobcats, 3-1 Nov 9, 2008
ATHENS, Ohio - Despite winning the first set the Bowling Green State University volleyball team fell to the Ohio Bobcats, tonight 3-1 (25-23, 17-25, 13-25, 20-25) ending the Falcons seven match winning streak. The Falcons fall to 21-8 overall and 10-4 the Mid-American Conference tied with Miami for second place in the MAC East Division. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Falcons Cruise to Victory Over Bobcats, 28-3 Nov 9, 2008
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) - threw 2 touchdown passes and caught another one as Bowling Green cruised to a 28-3 win over Ohio on Saturday. Sheehan caught a 22-yarder from backup quarterback in the second quarter to put the Falcons (5-5, 3-3 Mid-American) up 14-0. (Bgsufalcons.com)
STRUGGLES: Warren wasn't only boxer to fall early Nov 9, 2008
Disappointing Games prompt revamp for diving, wrestling and boxing - USATODAY.com. Disappointing Games prompt revamp for diving, wrestling and boxing. (USA Today -- Sports)
Torture complaint filed against British agent Nov 9, 2008
Associated Press in Athens. Thursday December 29 2005 23. (Yahoo News -- Greece)
Tech bad at worst time Nov 9, 2008
We re STILL coming to Athens, frantic Freshmen and all ... talkin about how Yech was gonna roll into Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Post-game forum Nov 9, 2008
Can t wait for the A$$ kicking by UGA in Athens in a few weeks. By ben. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rossiter: Nothing wrong with faith in humanity Nov 9, 2008
Time and again, election night broadcasters zeroed in on counties harboring university towns just like Athens ... In Athens, it's easy to see the potential ... Erin Rossiter is a staff writer for the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
OU students Focus on Ghana Nov 9, 2008
(Athens, Ohio November 6, 2008 (Center for International Studies) As part of the Center for International Studies outreach initiative, Assistant Director Karla Schneider hosts the Conversations from Studio B radio show once a month during which students, staff and faculty discuss a variety of international issues and events ... html This is a program under the auspices of the Center for International Studies, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Big opportunity knocking Nov 8, 2008
The program in Athens, the one that generally dwarfs the Jackets in stature and visibility, has been crushed by its two signature opponents this season, Alabama and Florida ... yellowblood - go back to Athens and bite your mailman ... It seems the more you all in Athens talk the worse the beat down. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Falcons Hit the Road for a MAC East Showndown Nov 6, 2008
FALCONS LIVE ON THE ROAD For all Falcon fans that can't make it to the live action court side on the road in Kent or Athens, Ohio the Falcons will be live the entire weekend. The Falcons match-up against the Golden Flashes will be live via Livestats at www. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Carver-Atlanta RB commits to Georgia Tech Nov 6, 2008
Good Luck Techies See ya ll in Athens in few weeks. Keep winning until then. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The better 7-2 season? It's Tech's Nov 6, 2008
And if you should win in Athens on Nov. 29, you d really rather be Tech ... What s concerning me in Athens is a kinda of non-chalant oh well kind of Attitude after a beat down ... Losing at Florida is unacceptable, It s the way the cookie crumbles in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Halloween hijinks, more concerts to go Nov 6, 2008
I had high expectations for my first Halloween in Athens ... Keith John Adams is a Londoner on Athens' own Happy Happy Birthday to Me record label ... Emily Anderson is a recent transplant to Athens via Cleveland, Ohio. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Falcons Hope to Cage Bobcats on Saturday Nov 5, 2008
Nov. 8, 2008 Athens, Ohio (Peden Stadium) 2 p.m. ... The Bowling Green State University football team (4-5, 2-3 MAC) will be in search of their first winning streak this season as they travel to Athens, Ohio, for a showdown with the Ohio University Bobcats (2-7, 1-4 MAC). (Bgsufalcons.com)
Schultz: Has UGA's Stafford made NFL choice? Nov 5, 2008
Athens If it seems like the post-Florida, poll-sliding, second-tier-bowl level of doom is even more pronounced than usual at Georgia, maybe it s because of this: The belief that the Matthew Stafford/Knowshon Moreno window is about to be nailed shut ... But if you were 20 and owned Athens, would you be in a hurry ... Too much money on the table to stay in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Grady L. Cornish: Absentee voting needs attention Nov 5, 2008
In its Sunday editorial, "," the Athens Banner-Herald opined that Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel, a Republican, "would be well-advised to watch how she's handling her current duties. There are some things that should be above partisanship, and ensuring and protecting the voting franchise is certainly among them." ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Wednesday, November 05, 2008 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
2008-09 Men's Basketball Schedule Nov 4, 2008
Bucknell Official Athletic Site. 2008-2009 Men's Basketball Schedule. (Bucknellbison.com)
The Glass Ceiling Nov 4, 2008
ATHENS Georgia has hit a blue and orange stained glassed ceiling. While under the Bulldogs have had their way, for the most part, with every other program they have run into except. (DawgPost.com)
Microsoft sets up ad kiosk outside UK Apple store Nov 3, 2008
Remember how much he wanted to show off that HP-made concept PC ("Athens"), standing next to it as if he invented it. by October 31, 2008 11:52 AM PDT. (CNET News)
Latest AJC rankings Nov 3, 2008
Class A R1 - Clinch, Miller, Terrell, Lanier R2 - Wilcox, Turner, Twiggs, Dooly R3 - ECI, Savannah Christian, Johnson County, Treutlen R4 - Brookstone, Chattahoochee, Greenville, Schley R5 - ELCA, Whitefield, Holy Innocents , Landmark R6 - Bremen, Bowdon, Darlington, Gordon Lee R7 - Lincoln, Wilkinson, W-Wilkes, Warren R8 - Wesleyan, Athens Academy, Commerce, Social Circle ... Wesleyan (8-2) vs. Athens Christian. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Campaigns make final pleas to voters Nov 3, 2008
Follow the link for more election coverage from OnlineAthens ... Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, November 03, 2008 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Falcons Host Western Michigan as MAC Tournament Begins Sunday Nov 2, 2008
the Falcons posted a 4-1 win of their own in the semifinal round in 2004 in Athens, Ohio. the latter two matches represent the most goals BG has allowed and scored, respectively, in a MAC Tournament game. (Bgsufalcons.com)
The Falcons swim past the Cardinals in win over BSU Nov 2, 2008
The BGSU Falcons dive into the pool again next weekend, on Friday, November 1, 2008, in Athens, Ohio against Ohio University at 5:00 p.m.. . (Bgsufalcons.com)
Lawsuits fly in southeast Ohio village Nov 1, 2008
The council's lawsuit filed Thursday in Athens County Probate Court contends Mayor Ginger Mender has engaged in illegal and unethical behavior since taking office in January in the village of 1,000 residents. Meanwhile, Mender filed a personal-injury case in Athens County Common Pleas Court on Tuesday claiming the village and former officials were liable for injuries she said she received in 2006 when she stepped in a rut in an alley. (WKRC.com, OH)
If Texas Tech wins, then what happens? Nov 1, 2008
Throwing in the end zone with a 30-point lead; running a reverse at the goal line with a 30-point lead; throwing in the fourth quarter, up by 30, in a rare game in Athens, to score the most points ever at Sanford Stadium. All different games. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Scientists to measure quake effect on Acropolis Nov 1, 2008
(10-31) 23:02 PDT ATHENS, Greece (AP) ... Another two were installed in late September on the Parthenon, one at its base and one on the top of the columns on the architrave, as part of a study by Japan's Mie University and the National Technical University of Athens ... 9 magnitude quake near Athens in 1999 killed 143 people. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Richt, Meyer add spark to Georgia-Florida Oct 31, 2008
He told his players theyd better celebrate so much after their first touchdown that they received an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty; if not, they would do some extra running when they got back to Athens. Georgia took it to a level not even the coach expected. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Halloween numbers Oct 31, 2008
Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Friday, October 31, 2008 ... Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. (Athens Banner-Herald)
CollegeHoops.net Names Tulsa's Jordan and Uzoh to Preseason... Oct 30, 2008
net Names Tulsa's Jordan and Uzoh to Preseason High-Major All-America Team - Tulsa juniors were one-two in scoring last year for the Hurricane. Stillwater, Oklahoma. (Tulsahurricane.com)
Sonic Spotlight: Michael Ray Oct 30, 2008
() Athens Top Jobs A TEAM LIKE NO OTHER Barrow Regional Medical Center now owned by HMA, Inc. invites you to make a difference with our team of professionals. Why fight traffic. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tech faces key matchup this week Oct 30, 2008
Gailey would have beaten Georgia a couple of years ago in Athens, when Tech was 9-2 going into the Georgia game; but for a Reggie Ball fumble and an outrageous official call ... Calvin, I agree completely wth your post: Gailey would have beaten Georgia a couple of years ago in Athens, when Tech was 9-2 going into the Georgia game; but for a Reggie Ball fumble and an outrageous official call. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Baseball's postseason going down in flames Oct 29, 2008
Athens: Family Guy, Simpsons and 24 ... AthensFOXhater, just get your Family Guy fix on Adult Swim and you can boycott FOX completely. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Supporter of students to get honorary degree from Bar-Ilan University (4) Oct 29, 2008
D. in philosophy from the University of Athens, and the volumes of poetry that she has written express her love of nature, her family and Judaism. But Aliki says her children, Hillel, Rochelle, Jeffrey and Lisa, and her ten beautiful grandchildren best express the fullness and richness of her life. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Verizon Wireless Launches High-Speed Wireless Broadband Network Throughout Athens, Vinton, Jackson and Meigs Counties in Ohio Oct 28, 2008
High-Speed Network Gives Verizon Wireless Customers Access to Fast Wireless Internet, Email, Mobile Music, Videos and More on Their Laptops and Phones ATHENS, Ohio, Oct. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless announced today that it has expanded the national rollout of its 3G high-speed wireless network to portions of Athens, Vinton, Jackson and Meigs counties ... The network expansion covers the following communities: -- Ratcliffburg -- Shade -- Winchester -- McArthur -- Mount Blanco -- Jisco Lake... (PR Newswire)
Megan Amann Named MAC Player of the Week Oct 28, 2008
(Troy Athens), was involved in the scoring of three of BGSU's four goals last weekend. She had three assists in the Falcons' two wins at Cochrane Field. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Prof can, but hasn't, contested his firing Oct 28, 2008
shearer@onlineathens ... shearer@onlineathens ... shearer@onlineathens. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Walters: Don't underestimate Penn State Oct 27, 2008
Should the Tide finish 13-0, they will have defeated LSU in Baton Rouge, Georgia in Athens and either Florida or the Bulldogs yet again in Atlanta ... The volume of the cries will be loudest from Gainesville (Florida) or Athens (Georgia) in the SEC, or Norman (Oklahoma) or Stillwater (Oklahoma State) from the Big 12. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Was bad call to blame? Oct 27, 2008
By kenny from athens. October 26, 2008 5:43 PM. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UVA's Offensive Line Dominates...Cavs Win... Oct 27, 2008
If the Tech team that played yesterday shows up in Athens on Thanksgiving weekend, we may be praying that they let up at 51-7. With no pressure on him, Stafford will cut this defense to ribbons. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
This Tech loss was uncharacteristic Oct 27, 2008
My goodness, it was only a few days ago that the GT bug fans were on this site talking extreme smack about a certain show-down in Athens this year ... Another year, another North Avenue Trade School beat-down by your rivals over here in Athens ... See you boys in November right here in Athens. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Key tests for top teams Oct 27, 2008
A - Wesleyan replaces Athens Academy ... Wesleyan (7-2) vs. Athens Christian. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Snap out of it and vote Oct 26, 2008
It's strange, but those of us who still tout traditional American values -- small government, individual freedom, Judeo-Christian principles and more -- are habitually called "radical" these days. How sad that those who subscribe to the very beliefs that built this country are now made to feel like some kind of extremists. (The Augusta Chronicle)
World Series: Bad weather delays Game 3 Oct 26, 2008
Bad weather delays start of Game 3 102608 - The Augusta Chronicle. PHILADELPHIA --- Game 3 of the World Series was delayed before it ever started Saturday night by a storm system that carried in heavy rain and gusty winds. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Baggy green mojo goes walkabout Oct 25, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald Sport: Australian and international sports news, results: AFL, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Golf, Athens Olympics, Soccer, Tennis, Cricket, Basketball, Motorsport, Horse Racing, Rugby Heaven Skip directly to. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Chat, send scores Oct 25, 2008
Wesleyan takes control of Region 8A, scoring the final ten points to beat Athens Academy 17-7. By Dawgs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The untouchables Oct 25, 2008
Which Braves prospects are untouchable. The entry titled "Which Braves prospects are untouchable?," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Real Animal has more stories to tell Oct 24, 2008
"I'm feeling very good," says Escovedo, who makes his long-awaited return to Athens tonight at the 40 Watt ... He was buoyed by the 2004 release of the tribute album "Por Vida," which was highlighted with superior performances by Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, Los Lonely Boys, John Cale, Ian Hunter, Son Volt, The Jayhawks and Athens' own Vic Chesnutt ... " Escovedo decades ago spent a week in the Classic City after meeting up with Athens band Oh OK on the road. "I had some strong connections... (Athens Banner-Herald)
A showdown on the bayou Oct 24, 2008
By season s end, some football fans saw Georgia as the best team in the land and nearly everyone in Athens, including and other high ranking administrators, lobbied for the Bulldogs (11-2) to jump a two-loss LSU team for the right to play for the BCS National Championship. Somehow, Georgia overlooked the fact that it did not even win the SEC Eastern Division title, but there was still plenty of talk coming out of Athens after LSU won the national championship. (TigerRag.com)
Midseason honorees Oct 23, 2008
Athens doesn t have those distractions ... That idiotic pest is not nearly as annoying as seeing the AJC [AUC] favoring the Athens dawgs over the Home Town Yellow Jackets while also evolving into a far left, socialistic, pro-Obama smear rag. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Public campaign financing dead Oct 23, 2008
Athens added 500 workers; jobs were flat in Gainesville. The state Labor Department recently put its staff on 10-hour work days to serve a glut of unemployed Georgians. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
