U.S. Open: Love in field; Couples out Jun 3, 2008
Jeff Curl, Ellington, Conn ... Louie Bartoletti, Wellington, Fla. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Friday's recap May 31, 2008
Rob Musgrave gave up two home runs to Matt Carpenter and one apiece to Chris Ellington and Matt Vern, but all of them were solo shots. Musgrave gave up eight hits without a walk in his sixth complete game of the season. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Circuit court sides against tax, attorney gives away $20,000 fee May 30, 2008
Other similar lawsuits remain pending against the city of Ellington and the city of Arcadia. In short, these lawsuits challenging illegal sales taxes have been vindicated and proven correct, said Burcham. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Top 25 Tracker May 20, 2008
TCU's offense was led all weekend by unrelated senior OF Steve Ellington (8-for-14, 6 R, 2B) and junior OF Chris Ellington (9-for-16, 4 R, 9 RBI, 2 2B, HR). Results: May 12: Texas-Pan American: W 13-3, W 8-5 May 15-17: at New Mexico: W 8-3, W 14-11, W 13-4 Upcoming: May 20-24: MWC tournament at Forth Worth, Texas. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Events listings May 18, 2008
Sidney Harth conducts Haydn's Cello Concerto with Misha Quint, works by Leclair, Gershwin, Ellington, Tchaikovsky. Mohawk Trail Concerts Federated Church, Rte. (Boston Globe)
Judge rules in favor of Burcham in civil case May 17, 2008
Lawsuits against Ellington and Arcadia are pending ... Burcham said he wrote letters asking the city leaders in Ellington and Arcadia to stop applying the taxes before he filed the lawsuits. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Baseball America: Trackin' the Top 25 May 13, 2008
The Frogs exploded for 15 hits Sunday, led by junior 2B Ben Carruthers (3-for-4, 2B, 3B, RBI) and senior OF Steve Ellington (2-for-3, 2 HR, 2 RBI). Results: May 10-11: Texas-Pan American: W 4-3, W 13-3 Upcoming: May 12: Texas-Pan American May 15-17: at New Mexico. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Who's testing the NBA draft waters May 10, 2008
Early draft entries - NCAA Basketball - SI.com. Posted: Wednesday April 23, 2008 4:43PM; Updated: Thursday May 1, 2008 11:52AM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Trojans win twin-bill, Knights, Vikings fall in extra frames May 8, 2008
The Vikings are now 8-12 and with the Ellington game scheduled for today being canceled, their next game will be on Wednesday at home against Meadow Heights. Bismarck 11, Lesterville 1. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
A few thousand smiling faces at MAC graduation May 4, 2008
They were Marc Gokenbach, Cadet; Stacy Henderson, Park Hills; Matthew Thompson, Desloge, Ryan Weeks, Park Hills; Talisha Cowin, Ellington; and Roy Buddy Alberson II, Sikeston. MAC Foundation member Dr. N. Gayle Simmons was honored with the college's Distinguished Alumnus award. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Ledgerland voters decide on variety of issues and candidates Apr 10, 2008
In Ward 3, Mark A. Ellington received 13 votes, edging Richard Smith who tallied four votes. In Jonesburg, residents selected Robert Sellenriek to serve a two-year term as mayor. (Mexico Ledger, MO)
Lawrence Beckwith Apr 10, 2008
six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Gertrude Beecher of Ellington, Mo. Sylvia King of St. Charles, Mo. (The Piggott Times, AR)
Driven and relentless: Hansbrough closes in on goal of leading Tar Heels to title Apr 3, 2008
After you play with him for a while, you see some of the things that he can do, sophomore Wayne Ellington said. He makes tough shots with a lot of defenders around him. (Missoulian, MT)
Mr. Ray F. Benton (108) Apr 1, 2008
Pallbearers are Don Tabor, Rex Ellington, Paul Smith, Davey Joe Jackson, John Malone and Tony Dibble. Honorary Pallbearers are Steve Babcock and Nippy Mangrum. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
College basketball, prep softball, baseball, tennis Apr 1, 2008
Lee Cummard, BYU; Scott Cutley, Cal State-Fullerton; Louis Dale, Cornell; Jeremiah Dominguez, Portland State; Wayne Ellington, North Carolina; Adam Emmenecker, Drake; Al Fisher, Kent State; Gary Forbes, Massachusetts; J.R. Giddens, New Mexico; Jamont Gordon, Mississippi State. Mike Green, Butler; James Harden, Arizona State; Alex Harris, UC Santa Barbara; Andrew Hayles, Alabama State; Richard Hendrix, Alabama; George Hill, IUPUI; Lester Hudson, Tennessee-Martin; Ty Lawson, North Carolina;... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
College basketball, soccer, auto racing Mar 30, 2008
NORTH CAROLINA (36-2): Ginyard 3-5 0-2 6, Thompson 5-9 0-0 10, Hansbrough 12-17 4-5 28, Lawson 2-5 6-6 11, Ellington 5-14 2-2 13, Thomas 0-0 0-0 0, Green 2-6 6-6 11, Stepheson 2-2 0-0 4 ... 3-Point GoalsLouisville 6-19 (Smith 3-7, Williams 1-3, McGee 1-3, Sosa 1-3, Knowles 0-1, Palacios 0-2), North Carolina 3-11 (Lawson 1-3, Green 1-4, Ellington 1-4). (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI ALL-REGION TEAM Mar 28, 2008
Rachel Roberts, Ellington. Coach of the year. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
• Flood victims use respite to salvage what they can Mar 26, 2008
Off to the west, in nearby Ellington, mourners buried Walter Baker, 81, who was trying to clear debris near his home when the flood currents reportedly dragged him away. Then there's the Faith Family Worship Center, in downtown Piedmont. (Q13.com, WA)
Tar Heels Led By Psycho T Mar 23, 2008
Thats every game, every practice, whatever, guard Marcus Ellington said with a shrug, explaining Hansbroughs role in the scrum ... It rubs off a lot just the intensity he brings and how hard he goes, Ellington said ... As soon as its game time, as soon as it comes to his mind, he gets that look in his eye, Ellington said. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Road Game Awaits Razorbacks Mar 23, 2008
North Carolina has five McDonalds All-Americans on its roster, led by likely national player of the year Tyler Hansbrough and future pros such as sophomore guards Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington. Arkansas has no high school All-Americans. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Missouri braces for more flooding after deadly deluge Mar 21, 2008
An 81-year-old man was found dead around noon Tuesday in the hard-hit town of Ellington, about 120 miles southwest of St. Louis, said Missouri State Water Patrol spokesman Lt. Nicholas Humphrey ... Two of the hardest hit towns were only a few miles apart in southeast Missouri Ellington and Piedmont, where homes and businesses were flooded and evacuated. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Missouri struggles with deadly flooding Mar 20, 2008
Two of the hardest hit towns were only a few miles apart in southeast Missouri ' Ellington and Piedmont, where homes and businesses were flooded and evacuated. Wayne County Emergency Management Director Eric Fuchs said he had heard of rescues off rooftops and trees in Piedmont. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Hundreds of roads flooded Mar 20, 2008
Although St. Francois County received anywhere from 6 to 10 inches of precipitation, the hardest hit communities were Ellington and Piedmont in Reynolds County. Flooding caused Farmington R-7 School District to cancel classes today, as well as school systems in Fredericktown and Potosi. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Emerson addresses topics on people's minds Mar 20, 2008
We ve got a lot of flooding in Ellington. Part of the challenge down there is we have the leaking propane (tanks). (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
* Torrential rains in US cause hundreds to evacuate homes Mar 20, 2008
In the town of Ellington, as many as 50 homes and half the businesses were evacuated, officials said. The body of an 81-year-old man was found in the water at Ellington, southwest of St Louis, Missouri State Water Patrol Lieutenant Nicholas Humphrey said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Preparing for the flood Mar 20, 2008
An 81-year-old man was found dead around noon Tuesday in the hard-hit town of Ellington, about 120 miles southwest of St. Louis, said Missouri State Water Patrol spokesman Lt. Nicholas Humphrey ... Propane tanks were floating near Ellington, and a mudslide closed Highway H. Up to 50 homes and half of the town s bu ... Earlier, a Water Patrol boat sank near Ellington while searching for flood victims. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Dallas storm grounds flights Mar 19, 2008
One man drowned in Ellington, Mo. about 120 miles southwest of St. Louis, State Water Patrol Lt. Nicholas Humphrey said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Cut back on games? Readers say no way Mar 19, 2008
If people don't want to face reality when times are good (at least for the overall economy) then I don't see them wanting to face reality as things get worse, wrote Matt Ellington, a gamer and law student. Andrew Cardin agrees. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Bracket racket Mar 18, 2008
And Wayne Ellington and Josh Shipp on the wing. But UNC has no answer for Russell Westbrook or Luc Richard Mbah a Moute. (CBS News)
Georgia blows roof off Mar 17, 2008
ACC - Wayne Ellington finished with 24 points while Tyler Hansbrough had 18 to help top-ranked North Carolina beat Clemson, 86-81, in the championship game, a victory that locked up the No. 1 seed in the East in the NCAA Tournament ... Ellington, a 6-foot-4-inch sophomore, finished 10 for 13 from the field to go with 4 rebounds and 4 assists. (Boston Globe)
College basketball results Mar 17, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. Wayne Ellington finished with 24 points and Tyler Hansbrough had 18 Sunday to help No. 1 North Carolina beat Clemson 86-81 in the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament championship game. The Tar Heels (32-2) won the title for a second straight season and a record 17th time. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Look for Hansbrough & Co. to cut down nets Mar 17, 2008
I think Ty Lawson, Wayne Ellington and Danny Green plus Hansbrough have had one major goal all year, and that, my friends, is to win the national title. My feeling is that they will be jumping for joy on Franklin Street as the fans celebrate the Tar Heels as 2008 national champions. (USA Today -- Sports)
Turn it blue: NCAA bracket might unfold in Tar Heels' favor Mar 17, 2008
Turn it blue: Brackets may fall in Tar Heels' favor - USATODAY.com. MEN'S NCAA TOURNAMENT. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tar Heels top ACC for second straight Mar 17, 2008
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UNC stifles Duke Mar 9, 2008
Tyler Hansbrough finished with 16 points and 15 rebounds in his third straight victory at Cameron Indoor Stadium, and Wayne Ellington also scored 16 points for the Tar Heels (29-2, 14-2). Greg Paulus scored 12 of his 15 points in the first half for the Blue Devils (26-4, 13-3), who rallied from a 14-point first-half hole but missed their final 10 shots. (Boston Globe)
Green leads No. 1 North Carolina past No. 6 Duke Mar 9, 2008
Tyler Hansbrough finished with 16 points and 15 rebounds in his third straight victory at Cameron Indoor Stadium, and Wayne Ellington also scored 16 for the Tar Heels (29-2, 14-2) ... Ellington drove the left side for a layup to tie it at 68 with 3 minutes left and start North Carolina s game-closing 10-0 run, and on the next possession Hansbrough stuck back Green s miss to put the Tar Heels ahead to stay ... It was sweet revenge for Ellington and Green, who were roundly blamed for the Tar Heels... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Heels Drop Duke 76-68, Clinch ACC 1st Place Mar 9, 2008
Green and guard Wayne Ellington struggled in the first meeting, combining to shoot 4-of-24 from the field ... We just knew that we had to take care of business, Ellington said, who added 16 points. (InsideCarolina.com)
Jazz legend to perform with local students Mar 8, 2008
A St. Louis native, Terry is considered a jazz pioneer who has played with the likes of Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Count Basie and Quincy Jones. He also played in the Tonight Show band and has recorded numerous albums. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Memphis claims C-USA title (43) Mar 3, 2008
Wayne Ellington had 18 of his 20 points in the second half for the Tar Heels (27-2, 12-2 Atlantic Coast Conference), who won their sixth straight. Rice surpassed his career highs of 32 points and six 3-pointers by halftime, making 8-of-9 from beyond the arc in the opening 20 minutes. (Montana Standard, MT)
Book conference brings characters to town Feb 23, 2008
Writer/illustrator Brian Pinkney has earned two Caldecott Honors for his artwork "The Faithful Friend" (1996) by Robert D. San Souci and "Duke Ellington" (1999) written by his wife, Andrea Davis Pinkney. He has also written books such as "Cosmo and the Robot," "Max Found Two Sticks" and "The Adventures of Sparrowboy," which won the 1997 Boston Globe/Horn Book Award. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Dixon High School principal gone Feb 19, 2008
Crouthers had previously served as principal of Southern High School in Ellington, according to online information for that school district. In a prepared statement approved by school attorneys, Burrow said Crouthers salary at the time of her resignation was 66,215. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Bulls upset bid falls short Feb 17, 2008
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Tyler Hansbrough had 23 points and nine rebounds and Wayne Ellington had 19 points for the Tar Heels (24-2, 9-2 Atlantic Coast Conference), who dominated the entire way to avenge last seasons sweep by the Hokies. Malcolm Delaney scored 20 points for the Hokies (14-11, 5-6), who have lost three straight games. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Top 25 Roundup: No. 1 Memphis barely tops UAB to remain perfect Feb 17, 2008
North Carolina 92, Virginia Tech 53: Tyler Hansbrough had 23 points and nine rebounds and Wayne Ellington had 19 points for No. 5 North Carolina (24-2, 9-2 Atlantic Coast Conference), which dominated the entire way to avenge last season's sweep by visiting Virginia Tech (14-11, 5-6). Drake 65, Northern Iowa 55: Adam Emmenecker scored 13 points and No. 14 Drake (23-2, 14-1) clinched its first Missouri Valley Conference title since 1971 with a win against host Northern Iowa (15-11, 7-8). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Roadkill Quintet to perform Tuesday Feb 16, 2008
They will present pieces by Mozart, Bach and Paganini to start out with but watch out as they swing into Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Benny Goodman and others. Members of the Roadkill Clarinet quintet are Russ Coleman, Jim Gai, Steve Litwiller, John Patterson and Mark Smith. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Beasley more than dandy for K-State Feb 13, 2008
Wayne Ellington, North Carolina: A great shooter is so important to Roy Williams' goal of cutting down the nets in April in San Antonio. Ty Lawson, North Carolina: One of the quickest guards in the nation. (USA Today -- Sports)
Thrilla for the 'Ville? Feb 9, 2008
It'll be the second meeting of the season between the two schools, the first being last month's contest in which Wayne Ellington hit a last-second 3-pointer to give the Tar Heels a 90-88 overtime victory. The starting point guards in that game were Ty Lawson and Demontez Stitt. (CBS News)
Coach Speak: Signing Day Conversation with Beamer Feb 8, 2008
On his stable of running backs: "Well we do have (James Davis and C.J. Spiller) coming back, but of course James will be coming out next year, (and) possibly C.J., so it was important that we sign two quality backs this year. We felt we did that with Jamie Harper, a 225-pound back who could possibly help us this year, and Andre Ellington.". Minnesota Rivals Team Recruiting Rank: 17th. (Virginia Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
Illinois Signs 29 To National Letters Of Intent Feb 7, 2008
Russell EllingtonBACK6-2, 203Homewood, Ill ... Son of Angela and Russell Ellington. (Fightingillini.com)
Best of best Feb 7, 2008
Andre Ellington, Moncks Corner (S.C.) Berkeley Signed with Clemson Hard to get a clean hit on this scat-back in open space. 4. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Using Music to Lift Depressions Veil Jan 27, 2008
Does not J.S. Bach or Duke Ellington or Celia Cruz soothe the soul. Posted by Mr.radiotube. (New York Times)
The Ty & Tyler Show Jan 24, 2008
Sophomore Wayne Ellington added 12 points, while fellow classmate Deon Thompson contributed 10 points and five rebounds in 22 minutes of action. Junior wing Marcus Ginyard effectively shut down Miamis hot-shooting Jack McClinton (11 points on 4-of-12 shooting), who scored 24 points in the second half and overtime period in Saturdays loss at N.C. State. (InsideCarolina.com)
Rock of ages -- Dusti and her Groovin' Grannies are oldest band invited to compete in reality show Jan 20, 2008
As her three-piece band hit the crescendo to the Duke Ellington classic and Dryer jokingly twirled her drumsticks, she and her cohorts wrapped up their Dec. 19 concert before a very appreciative afternoon crowd. The combo's audience on this day is a couple of hundred residents of the Rancho Carlsbad Retirement Community, but the number of people they individually have played before during the past 60 years is anyone's guess. (North County Times)
Simmons receives honorable mention D2Football.com All-America recognition Jan 18, 2008
DL Ron Ellington 6-5, 215, Sr. Catawba. DL Tim Hunt 6-5, 274, Sr. North Alabama. (Wwuvikings.com)
Retooling, not retiring Jan 16, 2008
Some of the acts he's penciled in, for a taster, include Ladysmith Black Mambazo (they played the concert hall 10 years ago and Penington's been pursuing them for five), Robert Cray, returnees Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo and the Duke Ellington Band. The new concerts will hold 1,800 people as opposed to the maximum 600 for the concert hall. (Durango Herald)
Memphis still leads Power Rankings Jan 11, 2008
It has legitimate All-America candidates at power forward (Tyler Hansbrough), shooting guard (Wayne Ellington) and point guard (Tywon Lawson). And Sunday's comeback to stun Clemson on the road was nothing short of brilliant. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Lowe (30) is high in BU victory Jan 10, 2008
North Carolina 93, UNC Asheville 81 - Tyler Hansbrough scored 23 points and Wayne Ellington added 19 to lead the top-ranked Tar Heels past the Bulldogs in Chapel Hill, N.C.. Memphis 99, East Carolina 58 - Freshman Derrick Rose scored 19 points and the No. 2 host Tigers (14-0, 1-0) overcame a somewhat lackluster start to beat the Pirates (6-8, 0-1) in the Conference USA opener. (Boston Globe)
Krzyzewski moves into sixth on wins list Jan 10, 2008
At Chapel Hill, N.C.: Tyler Hansbrough scored 23 points and Wayne Ellington added 19 to lead No. 1 North Carolina (16-0) past North Carolina-Asheville (11-4). Memphis 99, East Carolina 58. (North County Times)
Postgame Quotes Dec 31, 2007
Opening Statement: "First of all, Happy New Year to everyone. As you go into the Happy New Year process you're going to allow us to become a better basketball team after this evening. I really was proud of our team first half. We got down 12-0. I thought we showed great poise, great patience, great confidence and we came back and made it a very exciting end of the half. You just knew what Roy was talking about with his team about coming out with a little more intensity. It was 37-37 and they... (Tarheelblue.com)
Once a N.Y. jazz phenom, blind pianist Alex Kallao shines in S.F. Dec 27, 2007
He brings forth Ellington and Gershwin medleys, de Falla's "Ritual Fire Dance" and a Bach-laced "Autumn Leaves" with equal fluency. His playing is informed by Tatum, Rachmaninoff, Garner, Horowitz and Bill Evans. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Three from area hurt by Christmas holiday wrecks Dec 27, 2007
According to state patrol reports, Johnny R. Randalph, 23, of Fort Leonard Wood, was eastbound on Interstate 44 a mile west of Highway 185 driving a 2000 Ford Explorer when he was unable to avoid a head-on crash at 5:08 p.m. Leo P. Pyatt, 73, had been westbound in the eastbound lane driving a 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and struck an eastbound 2000 Dodge Intrepid driven by Jerry L. Ellington, 54, of Rogers, Ark. Neither Pyatt nor Randalph were injured, but Ellington suffered minor injuries and was... (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Miners’ Gronewold is All-America again Dec 15, 2007
Linemen Don Miller, senior, Alfred; Ron Ellington, senior, Catawba; Kirby Griffin, junior, California, Pa. Pat McCullough, senior, Mount Union. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Bayless wins award Dec 6, 2007
Ellington led the Tar Heels to road wins last week over Ohio State and Kentucky, scoring 23 points against the Buckeyes and 18 against the Wildcats and seemingly stifling every rally with a timely jumper ... Ellington's scoring average is up from 11. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sheriff's Report Nov 28, 2007
Matthew Ellington was served a Randolph County warrant for failure to appear on a class A misdemeanor charge of passing bad checks less than 500. Ellington posted the required bond and released. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Madison woman is oldest resident of S.D. Nov 22, 2007
1947), Duke Ellington (d. 1974), Fred Astaire (d. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Men's Basketball ACCtion: Tuesday, November 20 Nov 22, 2007
Tyler Hansbrough scored 26 points and Wayne Ellington added 19 to help North Carolina beat South CAROLINA State 110-64 Tuesday night, giving the Tar Heels another easy win before starting an extended road swing that will keep them away for nearly a month. Danny Green had 15 points for the Tar Heels (3-0), who earned their second straight blowout win in the Las Vegas Invitational. (Theacc.com)
