Richt says UGA has a lot to play for Nov 22, 2008
AJC sports columnist Mark Bradley covers the field. The entry titled "Richt: Dogs have unfinished business," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Auto Racing Supplies Nov 22, 2008
Congratulations to Chris Musumeci of Concord NH, Carl Jensen of Sacramento CA, Jim Terry of Houston TX and Tim Parker of Stillwater MN. Chris, Carl, Jim and Tim are past winners of our Cash Give-Away Sweepstakes. We appreciate the many great comments and suggestions that you have had concerning our website. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 22, 2008
Houston at Cleveland, noon ... Dallas 96, Houston 86 ... Houston at Washington, 6 p.m.. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Cotton Bowl bid could go to Tigers-Rebels winner Nov 22, 2008
Ole Miss coach Houston Nutt saw a lot of the LSU Tigers in his 10 years at Arkansas. Last year, his Razorbacks stunned LSU in Baton Rouge, winning in three overtimes before the Tigers regrouped to win the BCS national championship. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Williams stars in McDonalds Invitational Nov 22, 2008
On the first day of the 2008 McDonalds Texas Invitational played in Houston and Pasadena, Duncanville came out firing showing exactly why they are not only the team to beat in the country. Future Texas Longhorn Shawn Williams led the way for the Panthers on Thursday. (InsideTexas.com)
Missing Texas Girl Found Safe Nov 22, 2008
The Houston Chronicle and the San Antonio Express-News reported that deputies were able to communicate with Balantac for a short time. Deputies said she was able to give them some information, implicating her daughter. (KWTX.com, TX)
Local Jobless Rates Virtually Unchanged In October Nov 22, 2008
Nearly half of the increase in the number of unemployed reported statewide for October came in the Houston and Beaumont metropolitan areas, which were hit hard by Hurricane Ike ... 1) Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown 5. (KWTX.com, TX)
Rockets Beat Wizards Nov 22, 2008
(November 21, 2008)--Tracy McGrady scored 14 of his 20 points inthe fourth quarter, Yao Ming added 18 and the Houston Rockets addedto the Washington Wizards' misery with a 103-91 victory Fridaynight. Quiet for most of the game, McGrady hit a pair of 3-pointers ina 9-0 run that wiped out a nine-point deficit and tied it with 7minutes to play. (KWTX.com, TX)
Water Service Shut Down Saturday In Part Of Local City Nov 22, 2008
(November 21, 2008)Water service will be cut off starting at 9 p.m. Saturday until early Sunday morning for the area of Hallmark Avenue to Central Texas Expressway and Highway 195 to Houston Street in Killeen. Crews need to turn off the water in order to replace two damaged fire hydrants in the area, the city said. (KWTX.com, TX)
Seen And Heard Nov 22, 2008
Some other programs here at Boise State are into recruiting Houston so we wanted to get in there as well/ We are fortunate to get someone of Taylor's athletic ability. She's extremely athletic and plays for an outstanding high school and club team. (ESPN -- Women's Basketball)
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Jean wrote on Aug 8, 2008 7:55 PM:" I moved to Houston, Tx. a few years ago and the gas here has been as high as $4.12 and since the threat of the tropical storm the gas has dropped down to $3.60. But I think one thing that everyone has forgotten, is that the gas prices effect everyone and everything. I work in a grocery store and they have raised everything up in price. EVERYTHING, and not just once or twice, but four times in the last two months, something that used to cost a couple bucks now... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Heritage Advances To Region Finals Saturday Nov 22, 2008
Notre Dame withstood a challenge from Houston Texas Christian School last week, 85-64, to continue in its post-season journey ... Houston Texas Christian 64. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Local youth plays football at Reliant Nov 22, 2008
Ryan Neisner of Columbus competes in the 8-9-year-old boys division of the 2008 Pepsi Punt, Pass Houston Texans Team Championship Event at Reliant Stadium in Houston Sunday, Nov. 9. A Columbus youth recently earned the opportunity to play football at Reliant Stadium in Houston ... Ryan Neisner, 9, competed in the 2008 Pepsi Punt, Pass Houston Texans Team Championship Event Sunday, Nov. 9. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Police crack down on game rooms gambling with the law Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON -- On the northeast side of Houston, it was not a lucky day for the owner of the Lucky 8 Game Room ... He's looking at another $27,000, said Lt. Atkins of the Houston Police Department ... Houston police sealed nearly 3,700 machines across the city. (KHOU.com, TX)
Donald Driver: Dad is 'a tough cookie' Nov 22, 2008
NFL player's dad says Houston police beat him ... HOUSTON The Houston Police Department confirms two officers accused of beating an NFL player's father have been taken off the streets ... "We take allegations such as these very seriously and will conduct a thorough investigation into the matter and be transparent in our findings, whatever the conclusion, Hurtt said in a written statement Friday. 11 NEWS Donald Driver spoke publicly about his father for the first time since he was hospitalized.... (KHOU.com, TX)
Spears craves freedom amid comeback Nov 22, 2008
10:19 AM CST on Friday, November 21, 2008. NEW YORK -- Britney Spears is craving more freedom and less of the control that s stabilized her personal life and reinvigorated her career over the last several months. (KHOU.com, TX)
Heisman, BCS on line in OU/Tech game Nov 22, 2008
LOCAL COLLEGE SPORTS. Heisman, BCS on line when Sooners host Red Raiders. (KHOU.com, TX)
FBI searches for Houston's Dirty Dozen Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON -- 2008 comes to a close in six weeks and the Houston area is about to set another record ... Twenty-seven Houston area banks have been robbed since Hurricane Ike battered the Texas coast ... "They need to be off the streets. They need to be behind bars. People need to feel safe, we're going to try to do everything we can," said Amy Smith, Crime Stoppers of Houston. (KHOU.com, TX)
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz has a baby boy Nov 22, 2008
10:09 AM CST on Friday, November 21, 2008. NEW YORK -- Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz are the proud parents of a baby boy, and they re celebrating with some Bronx cheer. (KHOU.com, TX)
Crash snarls traffic on 290 inbound Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON -- An accident on 290 inbound at FM 1960 had all but one lane blocked just before noon Friday. Officials said an 18-wheeler spilled hydrochloric acid onto the highway as a result of the crash. (KHOU.com, TX)
Funeral for murdered teen planned for Saturday Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON -- One of the victims from Houston's most notorious serial killings will be laid to rest on Saturday. It s been almost four decades since Randall Harvey was murdered, but it was only recently that medical examiners were able to identify his remains though DNA.. (KHOU.com, TX)
Rapper T.I. testifies in Ohio murder trial Nov 22, 2008
02:28 PM CST on Friday, November 21, 2008. CINCINNATI -- Rapper T.I. testified Friday that he believes the bullets fired at his entourage during a wild vehicle chase two years ago were meant for him. (KHOU.com, TX)
What will President-Elect Obama's energy plan mean for Houston? Nov 22, 2008
What will President-Elect Obama's energy plan mean for Houston ... What will President-Elect Obama's energy plan mean for Houston ... HOUSTON -- When talk turns to energy, people in Houston have a lot to say. (KHOU.com, TX)
Police link parolee to separate carjack murders Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON -- A suspect arrested in a carjack killing earlier this week has now been linked to the October murder of a Friendswood man, according to Houston police. HPD. (KHOU.com, TX)
JFK assassination at 45: Couple remembers Nov 22, 2008
The presidential motorcade arrived in Dealey Plaza by turning right on Houston Street, then left on Elm where it passed by the Texas School Book Depository. As the president's black convertible came into sight, Bill Newman said, he heard what he thought were fireworks. (AZCentral -- News)
Fatal motorcycle accident claims life of Houston man Nov 22, 2008
Witnesses said Lenamond, 46, of Houston, swerved to the right shoulder and hit the guardrail ... Fergueson, also of Houston, was transported by Bandera County EMS to University Hospital in San Antonio for leg injuries. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated Receives Delisting Notice From NYSE Alternext US Nov 22, 2008
HOUSTON, Nov. 21, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transmeridian Exploration Incorporated (NYSE Alternext US:TMY) (the ``Company'') announced today that on November 17, 2008, it received a delisting notice (the ``Notice'') from the staff (the ``Staff'') of the NYSE Alternext US (the ``Exchange'') indicating that the Company had failed to demonstrate its ability to regain compliance with Sections 1003(a)(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) of the Exchange's Company Guide (the ``Company Guide''), which states, in... (Primezone Releases)
Robert Valadez Nov 22, 2008
He is survived by his wife, Yolanda Chapa of Port Lavaca; two daughters, Faith Neri Valadez-Guerra of Pasadena and Selena Chapa of Port Lavaca; two sons, Jessie Ray Valadez of Pasadena and Troy Neri Valadez of Port Lavaca; five sisters, Sylvia Valadez of Beeville, Lucy Rubio Cano of Seadrift, Kelly Aguilar of Port Lavaca, Frances Rubio Rivera of Port Lavaca and Yolanda Garcia of Lubbock; five brothers, David Valadez of Port Lavaca, Celestino Tino Valadez Jr. of Port Lavaca, Rudy Valadez Sr. of... (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Nov 22, 2008
Adopt-A-Pet, 8215 Houston Highway, Victoria, will have a male cat neuter-a-thon from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday Nov. 1, for male cats only. Male cats can be neutered and given a rabies vaccination for $20. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Boosters leaving after 25-plus years of service to Lewisville High School Nov 22, 2008
They have also seen their fair share of big games, including Lewisville post-season football games at the Astrodome in Houston and also playoff games in Waco. Those were some long bus rides, Cathy said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Pill That Reduces The Second Chemotherapy Ordeal Nov 22, 2008
"You can be treated for lung cancer. There are different therapies available, and they have different side-effect profiles," Dr. Edward Kim, an assistant professor at the M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston said. "Chemotherapy will never be eliminated, but we are getting more options for targeted therapy; and people can live as normal a life as they can bearing the weight of lung cancer.". (eFluxMedia)
Congolese mourn their Rumba king Nov 22, 2008
Nelito, Houston texas USA. Madilu was a great vocal power in African music, with his smooth and soothy voice he was able to relax the mind and also twitch your muscles. (Yahoo News -- DR Congo)
SFA Falls In SLC Tourney Opener Nov 22, 2008
500 with 17 kills in Saturday's first round match loss against Sam Houston ... NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Ladyjack volleyball team saw its season come to a close in front of its largest crowd of the season on Friday, falling in the first round of the Southland Conference Tournament to Sam Houston, 3-2 (25-21, 18-25, 17-25, 25-15, 18-16) in a battle that kept all 519 fans at Johnson Coliseum on the edge of their seats to the final point ... SFA (20-9, 11-5 SLC) led 2-1 heading into the fourth set... (Sfajacks.com)
Strangers in a strange land Nov 22, 2008
It opens Jan. 9 at the Jan. 16 at the in Los Angeles, Feb. 20 in Dallas, Feb. 27 in San Francisco, March 13 in Seattle, March 20 in Minneapolis and March 27 in Houston, with more cities to follow ... Opens Nov. 21 in Boston and Los Angeles, Dec. 5 in San Francisco, Dec. 12 in Philadelphia and San Diego, Dec. 19 in Washington and Jan. 9 in Houston, with more cities to follow. (Salon)
Local DJ’s killer denied parole Nov 21, 2008
For 25 years his AM broadcast could be heard from the western outskirts of Houston to just south of Waco. Lots and lots of folks listened to him. (Taylor Daily Press, TX)
Giant deposits of ice found by Mars orbiter Nov 21, 2008
com - Houston Chronicle ... Houston Chronicle members ... By MARK CARREAU Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle. (Houston Chronicle)
Thursday's Major College Basketball Scores Nov 21, 2008
North Texas 76, Sam Houston St. 71. Oklahoma St. 91, Tulsa 73. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
RUNNING FOR REGIONALS -- Big-play athletes highlight offenses for Cubs, Cougars Nov 21, 2008
Brenham opened its season with losses to Katy Mayde Creek and Houston Westbury before defeating Montgomery in overtime in its District 18-4A opener, and has now won five of its last six ballgames. Meanwhile Crosby, which lost to Waco University and Port Neches-Groves in its first two games, has won four of its last five games, including a 31-21 victory over Lumberton last week in the bi-district round. (Brenham Banner, TX)
TAKIN' A STROLL DOWN Soul Street Nov 21, 2008
The dance troupe from Houston, will be in town to perform its energetic hip-hop and break dancing on Saturday, Nov. 22, at the Juneau-Douglas High School auditorium ... One night, as they were standing on a street in downtown Houston before a dance show looking at street signs, they realized that what they do is street dance from their souls, thus Soul Street was born ... In addition to touring, they dance for the Houston Rockets and take part in community outreach programs. (Juneau Empire)
Crown at stake Nov 21, 2008
Houston has control of the West after scoring 70 points against Tulsa ... Houston QB Case Keenum has 3,794 passing yards and 35 TDs with only nine interceptions. (USA Today -- Sports)
Yarborough, SLU Lions hunt 6th win Nov 21, 2008
The Lions roared to a 30-27 road victory over Sam Houston State last Saturday, inspired by Lucas who was recovering from heart valve surgery. A win this Saturday would give the Lions (5-6, 2-4) their first non-losing record since football was reborn in 2003. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
County to regulate certain businesses Nov 21, 2008
With Austin County located next door to the ever-expanding metropolis of Houston, the rural community often finds itself on the defense of small-town values ... We don t have anybody that s looking to come in to the county yet, but we re so close to Houston and we see so many complexities from (this type) of business that operates in other counties, Bilski said. (Sealy News, TX)
Canadian company launches new name in Texas electricity market Nov 21, 2008
The company plans to expand into the Dallas and Houston markets, and convert all Just Energy offices to offer the Energy Savings brand. In a statement announcing the launch, Energy Savings Group Chief Executive Officer Brennan Mulcahy acknowledged Texans' frustration with the deregulated electricity market. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
First female director to lead Little League board Nov 21, 2008
W. Dwight Raiford, New York, N.Y. Hugh E. Tanner, Houston, Texas Bud Vanderberg, Kalamazoo, Mich. In your voice. (Florida Today)
* NBA: Pistons cool off hot Cavaliers Nov 21, 2008
MAVERICKS 96, ROCKETS 86 In Houston, Dallas notched its third straight win over its Texas rival Houston. Jason Terry scored 31 points and Dirk Nowitzki added 24 points and 12 rebounds for the Mavericks. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
AstraZeneca's Crestor cuts deaths and heart attacks Nov 21, 2008
"Jupiter should dramatically change prevention guidelines," Dr. James Willerson, director of the Texas Heart Institute in Houston, said in a statement. "If your high sensitivity CRP (hsCRP) is high, you should be on statin therapy regardless of your cholesterol level. This is an approach we can start using tomorrow," Willerson said. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Diving Team Travels to College Station for Art Adamson Invitational Nov 21, 2008
HOUSTON--The University of Houston diving team travels to College Station, Texas to compete in the Texas AAdamson Invitational at the Student Rec Center Natatorium, beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Divers from No. 2 Stanford, No. 15 UCLA, Ohio State will compete against Houston in the diving events ... Next Up The Houston swimming team travel to Atlanta, Ga. (Uhcougars.com)
AMD's 45nm Phenom II Chips Overclocked To 6+GHz Nov 21, 2008
BP seeking Regional Desktop Coordinator in Houston, TX. BLOGS The Channel Wire November 20, 2008 Hold the phone on handing the performance crown to Intel's new Core i7 processors just yet -- the chip giant may yet have a fight on its hands in the coming months. (CRN)
DNAtriX, Smart Imaging get tech funds Nov 21, 2008
Subscribe to Houston Business Journal ... Houston Business Journal ... Sponsored by the , both Houston companies received $250,000, but are eligible to receive up to $1 million from the fund. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
H-E-B agrees to stock more Tootie Pies Nov 21, 2008
The remaining two H-E-B locations are in the Houston area ... The timing is perfect, as it provides customers looking to purchase Tootie Pies for Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season with several convenient locations in Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin and San Antonio, Merrill said. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
CPHS boys, VRHS medalists set for run at state meet Nov 21, 2008
No matter what happens in the race, there will still be another race on the schedule for Cedar Park at the Nike South Regionals in Houston next weekend. If the T'wolves grab a top two team finish at that event, they will be invited to the Nike National Cross Country Championships in December in Portland, Ore. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Three fewer events for next seasons LPGA Tour Nov 21, 2008
The Tour will start in Hawaii with the Feb 12-14 SBS Open at Turtle Bay and end in Houston, Texas with the Nov 19-22 Stanford Financial Tour Championship. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Commission voices election concerns Nov 21, 2008
After a lengthy executive session with County Attorney Steve Houston, commissioners directed County Judge Val Beard to con-vey the court s continuing concerns to the elections administrator. Elections Administrator Jerri Dale Jones had been under scrutiny since last spring s Democratic primary election, when some ballot boxes containing early votes were found in a vault three days after the election. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
7,000 acres added to Big Bend Ranch Nov 21, 2008
The Nature Conservancy bought the property from the estate of the late Jeanne Norsworthy of Houston, granddaughter of George Dealey, founder of the Dallas Morning News. Norsworthy was a noted artist who lived on Fresno Ranch after she acquired it. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Yahoo And T-Mobile Bring Web2Go To Mobile Phones Nov 21, 2008
BP seeking Regional Desktop Coordinator in Houston, TX. BLOGS The Channel Wire November 20, 2008 Yahoo and T-Mobile have finally consummated a deal that will bring Yahoo's search capabilities to the United States' fourth-largest cell-phone carrier. (CRN)
Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Won't Ship Until 2009 Nov 21, 2008
BP seeking Regional Desktop Coordinator in Houston, TX. Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 Won't Ship Until 2009. (CRN)
Auto Racing Supplies Nov 21, 2008
Congratulations to Chris Musumeci of Concord NH, Carl Jensen of Sacramento CA, Jim Terry of Houston TX and Tim Parker of Stillwater MN. Chris, Carl, Jim and Tim are past winners of our Cash Give-Away Sweepstakes. We appreciate the many great comments and suggestions that you have had concerning our website. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 21, 2008
Houston at Cleveland, noon ... Dallas 96, Houston 86 ... Houston at Washington, 6 p.m.. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Big 12: Sooners know how to win at home Nov 21, 2008
"She told me, 'Mike, it's really not all that bad. There are good things.' I said, 'Good things? We can't stop anybody. We can't run the football. We can't score enough points and we can't keep people off the scoreboard. What are the good things?' She said, 'Well, you're losing weight.' " Texas Ah , at the annual Texas As luncheon at the Touchdown Club of Houston, on what his wife recently said. Etc. (Texas Tech Sports -- Rivals.com)
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Hansbrough, who Roy Williams says has been in a " mood on the bench, wants to play in Friday's Maui warmup at UC-Santa Barbara. If I were Williams, I'd instruct my equipment managers to accidentally leave Psycho T's jersey behind. Because four games in six days is exactly what he needs to recover from a stress reaction. As much we'd all like to declare a winner in vs. , that battle can wait 'til Detroit. Next three: 11/21 at Loyola-Marymound, 11/24 vs. Indiana, Maui Invitational TBD 9 (2-0)If... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Friday Ripped from the Sports Pages Nov 21, 2008
Houston Chronicle Playing QB at SHSU keeps NFL hopes alive. Houston Chronicle These were your granddads Raiders ... Houston Chronicle After hosting event in 2011, Houston will do so again in 2016. (InsideTexas.com)
Search Continues For 6-Year-Old Texas Girl Nov 21, 2008
The Houston Chronicle and the San Antonio Express-News reported that deputies were able to communicate with Balantac for a short time. Deputies said she was able to give them some information, implicating her daughter. (KWTX.com, TX)
Highlanders Win Big Nov 21, 2008
The Highlanders, now 6-1 on the season, return to action on Saturday against Kingwood at 1 p.m. in Houston. . (KWTX.com, TX)
Rhode Less Traveled Nov 21, 2008
"The Rhodes scholarship process is hardly routine. Gerald had to write a 1,000-word personal statement and secure eight letters of recommendation.He made it through the preliminary process, became a semifinalist and then a finalist. Even the last few steps came with certain anxiety. Originally, it appeared as if Gerald would have to choose between interviewing for the scholarship this weekend in Houston or playing in Saturday against Harvard.Not one to leave anything to chance, Gerald did a... (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Miami to Face Houston in First Road Game of Season Nov 21, 2008
Senior LaToya Cunningham and the Hurricanes head to Houston to take on the Cougars ... HOUSTON - The University of Miami women's basketball team will play their first road game, tomorrow Friday, Nov. 21 at the University of Houston's Hofheinz Pavilion at 8 p.m. EST. ... Miami at Houston Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 / Hofheinz Pavilion / Houston, Texas / 8 p.m. TV: None Radio: WVUM 90. (Hurricanesports.com)
