Let Detroit suffer its fate Nov 18, 2008
A few heretics excepted, they hope to blame all their woes on their unpopular president, the inept McCain campaign and their partys latent greed for budget-busting earmarks ... The icing on this rancid cake was the race-baiting of Obama and the immigrant bashing by G.O.P. hopefuls who tried to outdo the nativist fringe candidate Tom Tancredo ... So during our time in the wilderness, it s my hope that we go back to the basics of conservatism, said Sanford, what it stands for and its real-world... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
* Roots in three nations and six time zones: Barack was here Nov 18, 2008
Places that US presidents call home often become major tourist attractions, from Thomas Jeffersons Monticello estate in Virginia, to Hodgenville, Kentucky, where Abraham Lincolns log cabin once stood, to former Bill Clintons boyhood home in Hope, Arkansas. So what is the equivalent of US president-elect Barack Obamas log cabin. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pough keeping guard up against NC A&T Nov 18, 2008
I just hope that we continue to play as we ve played in the past and play effectively. FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SUBDIVISION COACHES POLL. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Rogers: SEC powers lead respective states Nov 18, 2008
The Bulldogs hope to be a surprise team in '09 ... The Gents hope to turn the corner in the Summit League ... The state of Arkansas essentially is a one-program state, but UCA coach Doug Clark hopes to somehow turn the Bears into a possible postseason contender in the SLC. The Bears are building a new facility and have finished the last two seasons with overall records of 27-27 and 21-32. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Remove all forms of discrimination Nov 18, 2008
Barack Obama's message for the past 18 months have been "hope" and "change.". We can only hope that the change we see includes equality and granting of civil rights to all Americans. (Florida Times-Union)
Blue Raider Bowl-ology Nov 17, 2008
With upsets in the Sun Belt this past week and the stars aligning in other conferences, their bowl hopes are very much alive ... As ridiculous as it sounds, the FAU win over ULL this weekend did wonders for Blue Raider bowl hopes ... Basically the Blue Raiders' bowl chances hinge on the hope of no other team outside of the Sun Belt Champion having 7 wins, because MT can only get 6. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Support groups Nov 17, 2008
" Write to the foundation at 3100 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 603, Memphis, TN 38111-0749.- Diabetes Youth Support Group for ages 5 to 9 meets monthly at Great Lakes Diabetes Institute, 1700 Peach St. Call 877-6790.- Cerebral palsy parents support group meets monthly, 3745 W. 12th St.; morning and evening times available for parents of children with cerebral palsy. Call MECA United Cerebral Palsy at 836-9113, Ext. 223.- DMDA Peer Support Group for people diagnosed with depression, manic depression... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Football Ready for C-USA Showdown vs. Tulsa on Saturday Nov 16, 2008
DONATIONS TO STAR OF HOPE MISSION FOR "THANKS FOR GIVING" CAMPAIGN For the second straight year, the University of Houston Athletics Department has partnered with the Star of Hope Mission in the "Thanks for Giving" campaign ... Donations can be delivered to the Star of Hope truck, which will be parked in the tailgate area just outside of Gate 7 ... Once the items have been collected, the Athletics Department will present the food to the Star of Hope Mission at halftime of the regular-season... (Uhcougars.com)
Towers' beat blog Nov 16, 2008
If this is what it takes to get rid of these two clowns then I hope UGA Clowns don t win another game ... But I just want this season to end, hopefully with two more wins, but I am not sure that this team can scratch out those wins as the competition gets better ... Hopefully, by next year, we can get some better karma, or whatever, and play up to our talent and abilities. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ole Miss - ULM post game notes & quotes Nov 16, 2008
"It feels real good. I've been here during the worst times, when we felt like we had no hope. We've got a great coach in Coach Nutt that keeps us healthy and keeps us fresh. We just come through and try to perform for him.". Junior DE Greg Hardy. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Trying to clear up Owls' bowl chances Nov 16, 2008
Palm Beach Post: Palm Beach ure Coast news, sports, entertainment, jobs, cars, homes. I will make an attempt to clear up FAU s bowl possibilities. (The Palm Beach Post)
Southern Calif. battles devastating wildfires Nov 16, 2008
Thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate, and they're helpless to do anything but hope their homes aren't among the hundreds destroyed by fires that have combined to burn through 26 square miles in four counties in recent days. Fires are burning in Los Angeles County, to the east in Riverside and Orange counties, and to the northwest in Santa Barbara County. (WCAX.com, VT)
Romney's future Nov 15, 2008
Bobby Jindal of Louisiana, Haley Barbour of Mississippi, Charlie Crist of Florida and others have to hit the rubber-chicken circuit if they hope to catch up. Palin has name recognition but has to rehabilitate her public image. (Fresno Bee)
Har-Ber's Brinker leads 37-21 win over NLR Nov 15, 2008
Charging Wildcat quarterback David Hope was sacked four times. Hope finished with 215 passing yards and three touchdowns, including two in the fourth quarter to keep North Little Rock within striking distance. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Support for Groom Shop Nov 15, 2008
Pat Will wrote on Nov 9, 2008 11:56 AM:" Editor: From: Pat WIll Sierra VistaPhil Franchine should be awarded a gold star for his courage in reporting the story on Halstead. Regina Ford called me almost a year ago on this very same subject and armed with some facts that I gave her she stuck her head up her butt and let this story go.Let Fred and Diane cancel there subscription, the people of Green Valley have the right to know about Halstead, and at that they only are hearing what happened now,... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Progressive Voice/ Carol Balderree: American voters choose hope over fear Nov 15, 2008
In that speech he said what we have heard many times since: "there's not a liberal America and a conservative America; there's the United States of America...There's not a black America and white America and Latino America and Asian America; there's the United States of America....We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America....In the end, that's what this election is about. Do we participate in a politics of... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Dear Editor: Foster children need help Nov 15, 2008
Senator McCain: "Senator Obama has achieved a great thing for himself and for his country. He managed to do so by inspiring the hopes of so many millions of Americans who had once wrongly believed they had little at stake or little influence in the election of an American president is something I deeply admire and commend him for achieving. I pledge to him to do all in my power to help him lead us through the many challenges we face. I urge all Americans who supported me to join me in not just... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Richard Mays: Christians, foster children and Christmas Nov 15, 2008
They are the most dependent, vulnerable members of our society, and they begin life with hope and optimism for the future ... If the child is reached in time and given assistance; if his or her parents are able to adjust their thinking and attitudes toward the child, and given assistance with their problems that are contributing to the neglect and abuse of their child or children, then perhaps there is hope for those children to realize their dream ... It is easy to see why foster children -... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Christmas parade is December 6 Nov 15, 2008
"We hope to make this the biggest and best Christmas parade yet.". Comments. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
College Basketball Schedule Nov 15, 2008
Iraqi fencers practice their sport, discuss life in a war zone and share what they hope to achieve at the Para ... Olympic hopeful, Liu Xiang, speaks to the media at the Empire State Building. (International Herald Tribune)
On Your Mind Nov 15, 2008
I really hope Mr. Rheinheimer will let the Corbett case rest ... I sure hope the county board will stop him from doing anything further with this case ... Hopefully they will get this digital problem resolved before February next year when everything goes digital. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
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They give hopeless people hope; unacceptable ones acceptance; and lonely ones a friend. And the fundamentalists of their faith have no regard for human life. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Straying From the Straight and Narrow Nov 14, 2008
Kathy Byrnes, associate vice president for Student Life, hopes that the University proves it has indeed come far ... "We learn from everyone. The goal of the leaders is to help people participate, get things moving and inform people. From there, we hope it starts a discussion, and 99 percent of the time it does." Page 1 of 5. (The Villanovan, PA)
Panthers hold off hungry Dragons Nov 14, 2008
We shot ourselves in the foot and when your dealing with a well coached team like DeWitt that is fighting for the playoffs you can t give them any extra hope. It almost cost us but these kids persevered and hopefully we can take this momentum into the playoffs. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
YESTERYEARS FOR THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2008 Nov 14, 2008
Where there is no hope, there is no despair, says beautiful Gene Tierney. But it took me a long time after my child s birth to come to know this. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Who does the food shopping?Problem with a work spouse? Nov 14, 2008
And she's single, tired, but not completely without hope ... As Raqi said, women know other women, and I hope I d know my man. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Obamas' Class Struggle Nov 14, 2008
And given what's ahead of Barack for the next four (and hopefully eight) years, is it fair for the first family to do more for a school than the school can do for their girls. Regardless of the Obama's decision, I hope that onceit is made, people will let Michelle go about her business as mom in chief ... Nothing has CHANGed, I have little HOPE. (Slate)
Fate in Balance Nov 13, 2008
"The city has had its ups and downs so let's hope this will be the last push.". Share. (Fox News)
Gay Marriage Legal in Connecticut, Judge Clears Way Nov 13, 2008
"Today, Connecticut sends a message of hope an inspiration to lesbian and gay people throughout this country who simply want to be treated as equal citizens by their government," said the plaintiffs' attorney, Bennett Klein. The Levine-Rittermans, who have been together since 1989, met a crowd of hundreds outside city hall, which applauded as Barbara Levine-Ritterman proudly held up the new license. (Fox News -- Politics)
Dear Editor: Not happy with choice Nov 13, 2008
The article went on to say that most Americans "don't think that putting the 'rights' of a frozen, discarded pre-embryo over the fates of people dying of Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's fits within a 'culture of life.' Again, this is a very good sign that more Americans are thinking these matters through and coming to more rational conclusions. Spirited educators know that reason can be wonderfully contagious, sparking and exciting young and old minds from the stubborn confines of ignorance,... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Begich Takes 814-Vote Lead in Alaska Senate Race Nov 13, 2008
Martin, though, is receiving organizational assistance from veterans of Obama's strong presidential campaign and is holding out hope that the president-elect might come to the state to stump for him. According to the latest vote count, Chambliss received 49. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Starve a fever, feed a cold – and Google the flu Nov 13, 2008
Our up-to-date influenza estimates may enable public health officials and health professionals to better respond to seasonal epidemics and though we hope never to find out pandemics, wrote Google software engineers Jeremy Ginsberg and Matt Mohebbi on the company's official blog. By making our flu estimates available each day, Google Flu Trends may provide an early-warning system for outbreaks of influenza. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Gillett School Notes Nov 13, 2008
PRIDE members hope students realized they can have fun while being drug- and alcohol-free. SUPPORT FBLA. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Ranking them all: The Rivals.com 343 Nov 13, 2008
The Blue Demons are young, but and are reasons for hope ... - and give hope to long-suffering Wildcats fans ... Northern Iowa The Panthers' hopes center around the health of 7-footer , their top returning scorer and rebounder, who only recently was cleared to practice. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Genetically Engineered Rice Wins USDA Approval Nov 13, 2008
Researchers and regulators are reshaping the landscape ofscience, medicineand health, engendering hope -- and disquiet -- for the future of humanity. Save & Share Article. (Yahoo News -- Genetically Modified Food)
'Milk' Stars Say Gay-Rights Pioneer's Story 'Isn't Just A History Lesson' Nov 13, 2008
"It's the same issues. ... I would hope that the next time something like Prop 8 comes around, or the next time somebody puts something on a ballot like in Arkansas to stop same-sex couples from adopting children to save those children, that somebody will question that argument.". "It's very stupid that we don't seem to learn," Luna said. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Judge Rules Gay Couples Can Marry in Connecticut Nov 13, 2008
Beth Bye and her partner Tracey Wilson hope to make history on Wednesday by becoming the first gay couple to marry in their town of West Hartford ... The Family Institute of Connecticut, a political action group that opposes gay marriage, still hopes to overturn the gay marriage law. (Newsmax)
McGraw-Hill Assembles Panel of Education Experts Will Address the Achievement Gap In U.S. Public Schools Nov 12, 2008
"We hope that guests of the NABSE conference will take away from this discussion expected recommendations for strategies to address the achievement gap, ideas for tracking the progress toward closing the gaps, and identification of issues surrounding resources and policies that impact achievement," Demery explained. "The panel's goal is to keep the national focus on strategies for improving student achievement for groups whose issues are only visible through disaggregating the collective... (PR Newswire)
Milbank: John Podesta is a rock star... Nov 12, 2008
I hope you and CNN, CBS, MSNBC, NBC, ABC and all the other kool aid drinkers go down in flames ... I just hope that mr O suddenly starts to think like an American and not a marxist- and sees how, even with flaws, our country is the best ever, and wrecking it is not how to improve it. (The Drudge Report)
NFL Insider: Dolphins' rise raising playoff hopes in Miami Nov 12, 2008
" Out of the garage? Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Carnell "Cadillac" Williams is expected to be activated off the physically unable to perform list Wednesday 14 months after tearing the patella tendon in his right leg against the Carolina Panthers. Williams' grueling rehabilitation has been a source of inspiration to teammates and head coach Jon Gruden, who said during the offseason he watched Williams run steps reminiscent of Sylvester Stallone in Rocky. The 2005 Offensive Rookie of the... (USA Today -- Sports)
Ranking them all: Rivals.com 120 at 1:20 Nov 12, 2008
They sure hope so, because the passing attack still reeks ... (6-3) THE BUZZ: BC's long-shot hopes for the ACC title depend on beating the Seminoles this weekend ... (5-4) THE BUZZ: Any hope of going bowling likely rests on a win this weekend against the Spartans. (Richmond Sports -- Rivals.com)
Braves losing patience in Peavy watch Nov 12, 2008
The Padres have been holding out hope of squeezing top pitching prospect Tommy Hanson from the Braves, but that s not going to happen ... I feel like that 4th piece (maybe Locke) will clinch this thing, but hopefully including him will persuade Towers to take Jo Jo instead of Morton ... Hopefully Towers agrees, because I think Morton will be an asset (either on the squad or in another trade). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
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Michael K. wrote on Oct 21, 2008 9:59 AM:" This is to Emily (Pfc Chris B's wife) My sincerest condolences to you. I am a member of the Patriot Guard Riders. I led the procession at Chris's funeral. I hope that you find comfort in the fact that he will always be remembered. I am your Uncle John's best friend. God Bless Chris and may all of our troops come home victoriously! If there is ever anything that I can do for you, or your daughters, PLEASE let me know! PFC Chris B. is a TRUE American... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Hoops Mailbag: Good timing for Kentucky? Nov 12, 2008
I hope Hansbrough can play and is close to 100 percent. A healthy Hansbrough versus Kentucky's has the potential to be among the best one-on-one post matchups of the season. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gay Marriages Set for Wednesday in Connecticut Nov 12, 2008
Beth Bye and Tracey Wilson hope to become the first gay couple to marry legally in their town of West Hartford on Wednesday ... Zachs said he hopes one day that gay marriage will be recognized around the country. (Newsmax)
Monday with Mike Nov 11, 2008
Nothing against Western Michigan, which improved to 8-2 and greatly enhanced its bowl hopes, but Illinois should be able to beat the Broncos ... at Air Force, 3:30 p.m.: Air Force quietly has put together an 8-2 record, but closes the regular season with games against BYU and TCU. BYU, meanwhile, still has long-shot hopes of making it into the BCS, but must beat the Falcons and archrival Utah and hope Boise State loses. (Arkansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Poet Mars Hill reads his Obama poem Nov 11, 2008
Celebrating hope in verse ... After finishing Obama's memoir, "The Audacity of Hope," and closely following the presidential campaign, he began working on a poem he titled "Rediscovery." ... Its blank verse builds through a rolling, incantatory style that thunders its hopeful conclusion: "Take our hands, together, we can heal our land!". (Albany Times Union)
SEC, ACC schools calling Lassiter OL Wentz Nov 11, 2008
Wentz, who withdrew his commitment to Stanford late last month due to a potential admissions issue, hasn t given up all hope of enrolling at the prestigious west coast school. I still plan on taking an official visit to Stanford in January, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
VanGorder finally at home -- with Falcons Nov 11, 2008
Let s hope that s not for a while, cause he s exactly what we need ... Hopefully, BVG realizes his calling is as a DC and not a head coach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More news reports... Nov 11, 2008
Hope Pregnancy Center, which serves families in the Brazos Valley through childcare product donations and education, is in need of diapers as the holiday season approaches. By in. (The Battalion, TX)
Andy Rooney On The Election Nov 10, 2008
"This is our moment, this is our time to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids. To restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace. To reclaim the American dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth that out of many we are one. That while we breathe we hope and where we are met with cynicism and doubt and those who tell us that we can'twe will respond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people: Yes we can. Thank you. God Bless you and may god... (CBS News)
Celebrating hope in verse Nov 10, 2008
After finishing Obama's memoir, "The Audacity of Hope," and closely following the presidential campaign, he began working on a poem he titled "Rediscovery.". Its blank verse builds through a rolling, incantatory style that thunders its hopeful conclusion: "Take our hands, together, we can heal our land!" ... "I have to be honest, I had given up hope of a black president in my lifetime because of all the racism I've seen," Hill said. (Albany Times Union)
Long Gone?: SCSU starting quarterbacks status for remainder of season uncertain Nov 10, 2008
Pough said Young s ankle did not show significant swellness overnight and he s hopeful of returning to action this Thursday ... We hope that we ll get a great sellout, Pough said ... I would hope that this community, this state would come out and enjoy themselves and support us Thursday night. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Carolina picks off Arkansas Nov 9, 2008
Where they go is yet to be determined, but many said that seven wins is only part of what they hope to accomplish seven is nice, but nine would be a lot nicer ... "Hopefully we're playing in January sometime.". (Arkansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
UH lab gets $1M for research Nov 9, 2008
"We're very happy to have this (project), and we hope to make a contribution by finding a way to detect IEDs," said Jim Gaines, vice president for research with the UH system. The contract is for a year, but "if we're making progress, I would expect that there will be follow-on work," Gaines said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
DEATHS FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2008 (55) Nov 9, 2008
He was born Aug. 5, 1942, at Hope, the son of the late Leonard Boyce Johnson and Ida Belle Gambill Johnson. Survivors: wife, Brenda Jones Johnson, whom he married Sept. 5, 1964; daughter, Brigette Johnson Bondio and spouse Mike of Crossett; brother, Mark Johnson and spouse Elizabeth of Houston; sister, Linda Parrish and spouse Bob of Spring, Texas. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Winners and losers: A big win for Bowden Nov 9, 2008
You will get it this season in the Big 12 South and SEC. and will remain in the top two in the BCS this week, but one-loss and could damage their championship hopes ... Three days earlier, MAC West leader Ball State remained undefeated and kept its faint hopes for a BCS bid alive with a 45-14 victory over Northern Illinois ... Cosby returned to action this week and proved his worth by catching eight passes for 111 yards and two touchdowns in a 45-21 victory over Baylor that kept Texas' national... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Gilbert secures second place on Texas career TD list Nov 9, 2008
"You have to be able to deal with adversity. I plan on being an athlete for a lot more years. I'm going to get through this. There are going to be rough days but I'm going to cheer on this team, help them be successful. I'm going to get ready for college. I hope to be a big impact player my freshman year."The mature senior added, "This will make me play that much harder. I trust my body. It's done amazing things for me. I had shoulder problems (this summer). That was going on the first couple of... (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Q&A: USC under the Microscope Nov 8, 2008
If USC wants to win the Pac-10 they have to win out and hope for an Oregon State loss. Cal controls its own fate to Pasadena. (GoCyberBears.com)
My vision for America: Speeches by Barack Obama Nov 8, 2008
We cannot solve the challenges of our time unless we solve them together - unless we perfect our union by understanding that we may have different stories, but we hold common hopes; that we may not look the same and we may not have come from the same place, but we all want to move in the same direction towards a better future for of children and our grandchildren ... I suppose the politically safe thing would be to move on from this episode and just hope that it fades into the woodwork ... That... (Independent)
Dear Editor: Where's Roskoe? Nov 8, 2008
I hope to see all of the concerned citizens that voted for this bill, that think they know what is best for the foster children in our state, show up to their local DHS office and sign up to be foster and adoptive homes ... I hope to hear that all of the churches and members of the Arkansas Family Council that fought so hard to get this bill passed now tell their followers to "go and try and open your homes for our children in foster care. We have dictated to the people of Arkansas that we are... (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
DEATHS FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 (910) Nov 8, 2008
Burial: New Hope Cemetery near Sheridan. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
A VIEWERS GUIDE TO THE DAY IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Sabans homecoming Nov 8, 2008
With N.C. State, Clemson, Virginia Tech and North Carolina left on the schedule, the Blue Devils have to beat the struggling Wolfpack today if they hope to become bowl-eligible ... Minnesota s hopes of winning or tying for the Big Ten championship and going to the Rose Bowl took a blow last week when the Gophers (7-2, 3-2) lost to Northwestern 20-17. (Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Yardcocks Fall Baseball Wrapup Nov 7, 2008
I hope [Johnson can come back], but I hope hell have some competition as well, he said. Whether its Parker Bangs or Matt Price, whoever it may be in that role, I hope it will be some competition for him to get his innings back ... Hopefully well be better offensively. (GamecockInsider.com)
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Dwight D. Eisenhower reminded us that, whatever America hopes to pass into the world must first come to pass in the heart of America ... Today let us hope that our next president sees a bright future for us after observing and analyzing our flight in life. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
