NBA laying off 80 due to tough economy Oct 14, 2008
A judge allowed Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones to enter a drug treatment program after the player was arrested on a cocaine charge earlier this year. The decision by Washington County Circuit Judge Mary Ann Gunn means the former Arkansas quarterback could have the charge dismissed if he completes the treatment. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Jaguars' Collier released from hospital Oct 14, 2008
OT Richard Collier has been released from Shands Jacksonville Medical Center, where he was hospitalized Sept. 2 after gunshot wounds left him paralyzed from the waist down, the Jaguars confirmed Monday. "He's going to have a long, difficult rehab," Jags Coach said. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
DEATHS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2008 (1050) Oct 11, 2008
Shirley Hampton of Jacksonville, Fla. and Lisa Caselberry of Prairie View, Ill. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Picks that won't get you fired at Auburn Oct 10, 2008
Jacksonville State, Gardner-Webb who s next week. Truett-McConnell. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Matt Jones ordered to drug court Oct 8, 2008
- Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones' cocaine charge will be heard in drug court rather than in the regular criminal system and will allow him to keep any conviction off his record. Jones, 25, was to have gone on trial Friday for his July 10 arrest when a Fayetteville police officer saw him inside a car allegedly cutting up cocaine with a credit card. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
DEATHS FOR TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2008 (1256) Oct 8, 2008
He leaves to cherish his memory a loving mother, Dorothy Bearden-Rowland; two sisters, Theresa Marie Rowland and Linda Kay Rowland, both of Pine Bluff; one brother, Kasey Cornel K.C. Rowland; and two stepbrothers, Larry Clark of Jacksonville and Anthony Rowland of Pine Bluff; six uncles, Ceaser James Rowland (Kim) of Dumas, Thomas Jerome Rowland (Katrina) of Pine Bluff, David Randolph (Barbara) and James H. Rowland, both of Rochester, N.Y., Roy C. Rowland (Arlene) and Artheria Moore (Mae) of... (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Falcons now have steady coaches Oct 7, 2008
There we some that said Smitty was Del Rios yes man, but after seeing Jacksonville play this year, I think he is missed a lot more than everyone thought. Dimitroff knew something when he hired him. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
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Pittsburgh 26, Jacksonville 21. Open: N.Y. Jets, Oakland, St. Louis, Cleveland. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Federal highway officials pick path for NLR loop Oct 4, 2008
(AP) - State officials announced today that federal highway officials have settled on the proposed location of central Arkansas' North Belt Freeway that will run from near Maumelle to the Jacksonville area. The path selected runs from the interchange of Interstates 40 and 430 near Maumelle to the intersection of U.S. 67 and Arkansas 440 just south of Jacksonville. (WREG.com, TN)
Fantasy Bailout Oct 3, 2008
Schaub bounced back in Week 4 with 307 passing yards and three TDs at Jacksonville, and we think that s just the beginning ... Willie Parker s still out this week with a strained knee, and while Moore s ability is definitely in question, he s about the only option the Steelers have for Sunday night s battle in Jacksonville. (Fox News)
Redhawks Face Jacksonville State Saturday in Alabama Oct 3, 2008
Date: Oct. 4, 2008 Kickoff: 6 p.m. (CDT) Location: Paul Snow Memorial Stadium, Jacksonville, Ala ... 000) Affiliations: Jacksonville State, FCS, Ohio Valley Conference, SE Missouri St., FCS, Ohio Valley Conference 2007 Records: Jacksonville State, 6-5, 5-3 (OVC), SE Missouri St. 3-8, 1-6 (OVC) 2008 Records: Jacksonville State 3-1, 1-0, SE Missouri St. 2-3, 0-1 Coaches: Jack Crowe, 52-40 in 9th season at Jacksonville State, is 9-18 in his 3rd year at SE Missouri St. WebCast: OVC Sports ...... (Gosoutheast.com)
Feds: Perdue takestoo much credit Oct 3, 2008
Now I can drive my RV, pull my fullsize SUV and have my wife drive seperate and meet me in Jacksonville for the annual cocktail party on November 1st. By Threadkiller. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
SEMO Football Travels to Indiana State Sep 24, 2008
HOLLOMAN OUT: Pre-season all-OVC running back remains suspended and will not play again until the Jacksonville State game on Oct. 4 ... NEXT WEEK: The Redhawks return to OVC play at Jacksonville State. (Gosoutheast.com)
FANTASY REVELATIONS : Brown runs wild on Pats, sell high on FWP Sep 22, 2008
Jacksonville 23, Indianapolis 21 ... Even with Jacksonville's depleted offensive line, Taylor and MJD carved up arguably the NFL's fastest defense (at least with Bob Sanders on the field) and guided the 1-2 Jaguars to a huge upset win ... Furthermore, how long before Texans fans start chanting for to take over the starting gig in Week 4 -- another roadie at Jacksonville. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
A detailed history Sep 21, 2008
By Brent Schrotenboer STAFF WRITER. The San Diego Union-Tribune has done its own Mitchell Report of sorts on performance-enhancing drugs in pro football. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Child Porn Sought As FBI Raids Evangelist Ministry Sep 21, 2008
Arkansas Evangelist Compound Raided In Child Porn Case - Jacksonville News Story - WJXT Jacksonville. Marketplace+++Extras. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Women's Basketball Unveils 2008-09 Schedule Sep 20, 2008
In all, the Tigers will play 15 games at home, including match-ups against Louisiana Tech, Arkansas and defending Conference USA Champion UTEP. Also included in the home schedule is the 24th Annual Piggly Wiggly Classic, which features Wichita State as Memphis' first opponent, followed by either Stephen F. Austin or Jacksonville State in the second round ... Memphis will face Wichita State and new head coach Jody Adams in the first round, then will face either Stephen F. Austin, a team that... (Gotigersgo.com)
Women's Tennis Heads to Chattanooga and Williamsburg Sep 19, 2008
Senior is set to take on Eloah Lopes of Jacksonville State. Lopes was 13-9 last season. (Gotigersgo.com)
Barham Commits to SIU Sep 19, 2008
Besides SIU, the list included , , Belmont, Davidson, (OH), Butler, , St. Josephs, Bucknell, Jacksonville, American, and Gardner Webb. Of those, he held offers from Southern Illinois, Belmont, Arkansas State, Bucknell, Jacksonville, American, Rice, and Gardner Webb. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Dr. ZNFL POWER RANKINGS Sep 18, 2008
Jacksonville the week after, then a return to. what. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sports in 2 Minutes Sep 12, 2008
Friday, September 12, 2008 Edition. The Titans won 17-10. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Soccer To Play Alabama For First Time In School History Friday Sep 12, 2008
"In the past, I guess the dates just never really worked out, but this year it did, and it's always an exciting time when you play Alabama. Everyone knows, especially in this state, that a good measuring stick for a program is how you do against the SEC (Southeastern Conference). Samford (1-4) heads into Friday's non-conference matchup looking to bounce back from a heart-breaking 1-0 double-overtime loss to Arkansas on Sunday. In the hard-fought defeat, the Razorbacks scored the game-winning... (Samfordsports.com)
More of this story Sep 11, 2008
I stepped on a land mine and spent 13 months in Jacksonville Naval Hospital, Byrd said. Byrd, now 66, is the commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2330 in Searcy. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Ailing Jags not making excuses for opening loss Sep 10, 2008
Jacksonville will be without 3 offensive line starters for at least 3 games ... - No team has more regrouping to do than the Jacksonville Jaguars ... Tennessee gouged Jacksonvilles defense for 282 yards rushing in a 13-10 victory. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Panthers 20th in both FCS polls Sep 9, 2008
Others receiving votes: Northern Arizona 125, Furman 113, Delaware State 95, Sam Houston State 89, Fordham 65, Eastern Kentucky 54, Jacksonville State 51, Hampton 46, Tennessee State 43, Yale 42, Holy Cross 41, South Carolina State 21, San Diego 18, Norfolk State 17, UC Davis 16, Montana State 15, Sacramento State 15, Grambling 13, North Dakota 12, South Dakota 12, Prairie View 10, Dayton 8, Coastal Carolina 8, Albany 7, Colgate 5, Hofstra 5, Stony Brook 5, Nicholls State 3, Northwestern State... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Samford's Bryant, Healy & Lanter Named To All-Tournament Team Sep 9, 2008
Samford (1-4) earned a 1-1 record in the four-team tournament that also included Arkansas, Mercer and was hosted by Jacksonville State ... Champion: Arkansas (2-0) Second Place: Samford (1-1) Third Place (Tie): Jacksonville State (0-1-1) and Mercer (0-1-1) ... Offensive MVP: Kelley O'Connor, Arkansas Defensive MVP: Kate Kelly, Jacksonville State. (Samfordsports.com)
Schultz column Sep 8, 2008
I remember that idiot on ESPN Marcellus Wiley that played for Coach Smith in Jacksonville and got cut by him saying that Smith was not a leader and did nt know why the Falcons hired him. I guess what we know now shows that he did have sour grapes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Arkansas' Late Goal Upends 'Dogs In Double Overtime, 1-0 Sep 8, 2008
The Razorbacks concluded play in the four-team tournament with wins against Jacksonville State 4-0 and Samford 1-0. Samford and Arkansas played a tough physical match and were scoreless until the second overtime period. (Samfordsports.com)
Soccer To Play Arkansas In Title Game Of JSU Tournament Sep 7, 2008
Bulldogs shut out Mercer 1-0 on Friday; Arkansas cruised past Jacksonville State 4-0 ... On Friday, the Bulldogs played stifling defense in a 1-0 shutout victory against Mercer, while Arkansas coasted to an easy 4-0 win over the homestanding Jacksonville State Gamecocks ... Last week, the Lady'Backs rallied for a thrilling 4-3 victory at home against Oral Roberts before defeating Jacksonville State on Sunday. (Samfordsports.com)
Rural scenes, optical art featured in exhibits at Tarble Arts Center Sep 6, 2008
Born in Jacksonville, Oliver is an alumnus of EIU, where he earned a master of arts degree in studio art in 1995 ... In addition to his New York showings, Oliver has had work selected for various competitive exhibitions, including at the Maryland Federation of Art Gallery (Annapolis), Jacksonville State University Gallery (Alabama), The Art Institute of Seattle Galleries (Washington), and other venues. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
No. 1 Cabot 41, Jacksonville 15 Sep 6, 2008
- Michael Smith rushed for 187 yards and scored three touchdowns as the top-ranked Cabot Panthers defeated Jacksonville 41-15 at Jan Crow Stadium ... Jacksonville's Patrick Geans scored two touchdowns, one of 3 yards and the other 76. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Friday's Scores Sep 6, 2008
Cabot 41, Jacksonville 15. Cedarville 39, Union Christian 6. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Soccer Holds Off Mercer For 1-0 Win At JSU Tournament Sep 6, 2008
The Samford University soccer team will next be in action Sunday at 1 p.m., as the Bulldogs square off against the Arkansas Lady'Backs at the JSU Soccer Field in Jacksonville, Ala. (Samfordsports.com)
STARTER, AT LAST Cal assistant saw potential in Reed, who faces Big Red in... Sep 5, 2008
The big schools were reluctant to give Johnson and his offense a try, but Georgia Tech is giving it a shot, and the Yellow Jackets had four players rush for more than 50 yards in their opening 41-14 win, albeit against Jacksonville State. The real test comes against Boston College, which was second in the nation in run defense last season and shut out Kent State 21-0 in last week's opener. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Tech Set for Middle Tennessee Soccer Classic Sep 5, 2008
SCOUTING MIDDLE TENNESSEE The Blue Raiders enter this weekend at 0-2-1 overall after opening its season with a 1-1 tie with Jacksonville State before falling to both Vanderbilt (2-1) and Belmont (1-0) last weekend. Middle Tennessee is led by Aston Rhoden, who is beginning his seventh season, having a record of 73-38-6 during his tenure. (Texastech.com)
Football picks, stoned Sumo wrestlers Sep 5, 2008
But how s this for a schedule boomerang after beating Jacksonville State: at B.C., at Virginia Tech, home vs. Mississippi State. Not feeling it this week. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Atlanta praises Smith's handling of Falcons Sep 5, 2008
Sounds simple to Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jackson, who last year left a dysfunctional coaching staff in Atlanta and signed with Jacksonville during Week 9 ... Hamilton, working his fifth season in Jacksonville, had earned a reputation from 1973-81 as one of New England's more productive and durable linemen, starting 110 straight games and ending his Patriots career with 54 sacks. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bulldogs Set To Face Mercer Friday In Gamecock Classic Sep 5, 2008
Junior Cindy Spiker and the Bulldogs will face Mercer and Arkansas this weekend in Jacksonville, Ala ... - The Samford University soccer team will begin play in the 2008 adidas Gamecock Classic on Friday as the Bulldogs square off against the Mercer Bears at 5 p.m., at the JSU Soccer Field in Jacksonville, Ala. (Samfordsports.com)
BASEBALL PROSPECTUS: Storylines surrounding September call-ups Sep 4, 2008
In his last 11 appearances for Jacksonville, he allowed just five hits over 14 1/3 innings while punching out 22. Both his fastball and curve are major league-plus pitches, and in his first two big-league appearances, he whiffed five of the seven batters he faced, while also giving up a home run to Arizona's. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Jags' Collier critical after shooting Sep 3, 2008
Collier, 26, and former Jaguars defensive end were waiting in a Cadillac Escalade when a gunman fired into the vehicle, said Jacksonville Sheriff's Office spokesman Ken Jefferson ... Collier was in critical condition at Shands Jacksonville Medical Center, a nursing supervisor said early Tuesday ... Others convened at Jacksonville Municipal Stadium. (ESPN -- Football News)
What lies ahead in the NFL: Ten questions to answer in 2008 Sep 3, 2008
The initial presumptive frontrunner as the Redskins' next head man last season bolted for Jacksonville in a huff after multiple interviews for the job. It took 32 days for Redskins owner Dan Snyder to hire a coach after Joe Gibbs stepped down on Jan. 8 and come up with Jim Zorn. (USA Today -- Sports)
Drago Supply joins Genuine Parts Sep 3, 2008
Members: Not Registered. for free extra services. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Jaguars' Collier on critical list (Today) Sep 3, 2008
Jaguars offensive tackle Richard Collier remained in critical condition after he was shot and critically wounded outside an apartment building in Jacksonville, Fla ... The shooting happened around 2:45 a.m. in a middle- to upper middle-class neighborhood just west of downtown Jacksonville. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Packers cut punter Ryan Sep 2, 2008
Goode, who played in college at Arkansas and was on the Jacksonville Jaguars' offseason roster the past two seasons, was working for his father's construction company when the Packers called. "I was framing up a driveway to get poured concrete in," Goode said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Green Bay Packers' final roster isn't so final Sep 1, 2008
Among the available snappers are Tim Bugg, an undrafted rookie from Indiana who was with the Cincinnati Bengals earlier this offseason; Ryan Senser, an undrafted rookie from Ohio University who was with the New Orleans Saints during the offseason and for part of training camp; and Brett Goode, who played collegiately at Arkansas and was on the Jacksonville Jaguars' offseason roster the past two seasons. Thompson said Jansen's knee injury, which he suffered on a high snap to punter Jon Ryan late... (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Thanks to Bama, Georgia's schedule just got tougher Sep 1, 2008
Georgia Tech should be feeling much better about things today: Granted, Jacksonville State didn t provide the stiffest test, but Josh Nesbitt executed the offense better than I thought he would in a opening game. The Yellow Jackets are on the way to establishing a clear identity of what kind of team they want to be. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Johnson era began as diagrammed Aug 31, 2008
Considering, of course, that the game with Jacksonville State was a football equivalent of baseball s spring training ... There were a lot of things to like about the performance against Jacksonville State besides the score ... Yeah, I know, it was just Jacksonville State. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Redhawks Volleyball Begins 2008 Season This Weekend at Blue Raider Bash Aug 28, 2008
The Redhawks went 20-12 including 15-5 in the OVC to tie Jacksonville State and Morehead State for the regular season OVC title. It was the programs first 20-win season since the 2002 season and the most OVC wins since the 2000 season. (Gosoutheast.com)
Tonight's breakdown Aug 28, 2008
Breakdown: Jacksonville St. at Georgia Tech ... WHO IS JACKSONVILLE STATE ... Located in Jacksonville, Ala. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Breakdown: Jacksonville St. at Georgia Tech Aug 28, 2008
WHO IS JACKSONVILLE STATE. Located in Jacksonville, Ala ... The Paul Johnson era begins at Georgia Tech, tonight against Jacksonville State. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Preparing for Perrilloux Aug 26, 2008
The duo has been emulating the high-profile quarterback during practices to prepare Georgia Tech s defense for the Jackets season opener against Jacksonville State. RELATED STORIES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Fatal flaws: Even the best teams have holes Aug 25, 2008
" We're giving you that fatal flaw today, so you can start working on your excuses now. Enjoy the season - but remember our warning! 1. : Wide receivers The Trojans' go-to receiver last season ended up being tight end Fred Davis, who's now in the NFL. USC's go-to guy a tight end? That can't happen again. The Trojans have a group of quarterbacks who can wing the ball, and USC also has a ton of talent on the outside. But one or two of those guys - , , , transfer - has to step up and live up to the... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Atlanta looks to regain fans Aug 24, 2008
" Perhaps there are a few upsides to hitting rock bottom. Dimitroff, the former director of college scouting for the New England Patriots, acknowledged there's a certain freedom to the situation he and new coach Mike Smith inherit. There's little pressure to win right away and an openness to massive change. "In normal situations, you're not starting with such a clean slate," said Mike Smith, who was the Jacksonville Jaguars' defensive coordinator. They overhauled the roster, for a start. "There... (Athens Banner-Herald)
TALK ABOUT IT DE Anderson has a lot to prove Aug 22, 2008
Jamaal Anderson recorded one sack in the preseason opener at Jacksonville ... Anderson recorded a sack in the preseason opener at Jacksonville, which provided a glimmer of hope. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Panthers start season at same old No. 18 Aug 20, 2008
Jacksonville State, picked by OVC coaches and SIDs as the league favorite largely because of the addition of LSU transfer quarterback Ryan Perrilloux, is listed 29th in the Sports Network poll ... Others receiving votes: Northern Arizona 249, Fordham 212, Delaware State 198, Jacksonville State 195, Yale 170, Sam Houston State 166, Montana State 146, Furman 120, Liberty 115, Jackson State 79, South Carolina State 76, Holy Cross 74, Hofstra 61, Colgate 56, Grambling 55, Norfolk State 48, Coastal... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ga. Tech's Word-Daniels enjoys playing for new coordinator Aug 20, 2008
When the Jackets open the season Aug. 28 against Jacksonville State, Word-Daniels thinks Tech fans will like Wommack's philosophy ... But with the Jackets still trying to determine who will start at the three linebacker spots and at free safety, Johnson and his assistants want to establish a solid depth chart before designing their game plan for Jacksonville State. (AL.com)
Ladyjacks Release 2008-09 Slate Aug 19, 2008
Although opening-round matchups have not yet been determined Memphis, Jacksonville State and Wichita State will be the other three teams competing at the tournament. The Ladyjacks open the month of December against 2008 NCAA Regional finalist Texas A game against the Aggies is scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m., and will be a doubleheader with the SFA men's basketball team. (Sfajacks.com)
Bill Gwatney; ex-state senator was Ark. Democratic chairman Aug 15, 2008
He hoisted a giant inflatable dragon atop a showroom in Jacksonville and dubbed it "Gwatzilla," and there was no doubt, in his mind, where buyers could make a good deal. Mr. Gwatney became head of the state party in 2007, just after Mike Huckabee left office after 10 1/2 years as a popular Republican governor. (Boston Globe)
County saddened by shooting of party chair Aug 15, 2008
According to reports from the Arkansas State Police, 50-year-old Timothy Dale Johnson of Searcy, shot Arkansas Democratic Party Chairman Bill Gwatney of Jacksonville three times after entering the party headquarters in Little Rock shortly before noon Wednesday. Gwatney was transported to the University of Arkansas Medical Sciences where he passed away at 3:59 p.m.. (Newport Daily Independent, AR)
2008 Samford Soccer Season Preview Aug 15, 2008
The Bulldogs are slated to play Arkansas on Sept. 7 in the Jacksonville State Tournament, before squaring off on the road against Alabama (Sept. 12), UAB (Sept. (Samfordsports.com)
Greers Ferry Lake Bank purchase is finalized Aug 14, 2008
Larry T. Wilson, Chairman and CEO of First Arkansas Bank of Jacksonville, announced that the previously reported agreement to purchase Greers Ferry Lake State Bank of Heber Springs was consummated late last week. The closing took place at the offices of Wright, Lindsey ngs LLP in Little Rock, which served as legal counsel to First Arkansas Bank in the transaction. (Heber Springs Sun-Times, AR)
Gunman kills Democratic official in Arkansas Aug 14, 2008
He represented Jacksonville, a Little Rock suburb, and made health care a central issue. State Senator John Paul Capps, Democrat of Searcy, said Gwatney had divorced and remarried last year. (International Herald Tribune)
• Arkansas Democratic Party chairman is gunned down Aug 14, 2008
Gwatney, who was Beebe's finance chairman in 2006, represented the Jacksonville region in the state Senate for a decade. He also owned several car dealerships. (Q13.com, WA)
Seahawks' Engram out up to 2 months Aug 12, 2008
Jones, who is free on a $2,500 bond, returned to Jacksonville, Fla ... The 25-year-old Jones, a former Arkansas quarterback who was taken in the first round by Jacksonville in 2005, was arrested July 10 when a Fayetteville, Ark. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Milloy grateful for new coach restoring dignity Aug 4, 2008
" Smith, a three-year assistant in Baltimore who spent the last five years with Jacksonville, returns the compliments: "I certainly appreciate the support that we as a coaching staff have gotten from our veteran players like Lawyer, Keith, John Abraham and Todd McClure ... " Milloy, who's missed the last few days with turf toe, still maintains that he made the right decision to sign a three-year, $6 million contract with the Falcons in March 2006. Atlanta made the only firm offer Milloy received... (Athens Banner-Herald)
