The Beard Company Announces Operating Results for Third Quarter and First Nine Months of 2008 Nov 20, 2008
OKLAHOMA CITY, Nov. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Beard Company (OTC Bulletin Board: BRCO) today reported net earnings of $1,642,000, or $0 ... The Company is headquartered in Oklahoma City and its common stock trades on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol "BRCO". (PR Newswire)
Colbert soldier readies for Iraq deployment Nov 20, 2008
Published: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 10:54 AM CST BRAGGS Staff Sgt. Larissa Copeland of Colbert is one of 15 members of the Oklahoma Army National Guards 145th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment out of Oklahoma City currently receiving two weeks of pre-mobilization training at the Camp Gruber Training Site here in preparation for an upcoming deployment to Iraq ... They were scheduled to return to Oklahoma City on Nov. 17, where they will receive several more days of intense training in... (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Iverson, Pistons snap Cavs' 8-game streak Wade scores 40 points in Miami loss Nov 20, 2008
Iverson, Pistons snap Cavs' 8-game streak / Wade scores 40 points in Miami loss. Article:Iverson, Pistons snap Cavs' 8-game streak / Wade scores:/c/a/2008/11/19/SP4K14821A.DTL Article:Iverson, Pistons snap Cavs' 8-game streak / Wade scores:/c/a/2008/11/19/SP4K14821A.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Future may hold ring for Bisenius Nov 20, 2008
"Probably the one thing that has kept me on the 40-man roster is my velocity,'' said Bisenius, who regularly hits the mid-90s on the radar gun.A nifty curveball has also held him in good stead. And, the former 12th-round draft pick out of Oklahoma City University (2004) has been making a little headway with a sinking fastball."Keeping me on that major league roster is a really good sign,'' said Bisenius, who is spending the off-season in Omaha, where his fiance, Lindsay Burnham, a former... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Jazz rally to beat Bucks Nov 20, 2008
7 against Oklahoma City). Williams has only played two games this season, a back-to-back set on Nov. 11 and 12. (Anchorage Daily News)
It's not east being green on Chargers' roster Nov 20, 2008
" We're not them!!! Obviously!! C'mon!!! Did you actually think that Jyles Tucker was going to step in there and fill those monstrous shoes?? Merriman is a huge force and means everything to this defense. So much to turn those close losses into wins. You guys were calling for TC's head and in steps RR. Albeit, the defense looks better so far. Even RR's defense has got shredded for yardage. A defense shouldn't have to rely on just one guy, but WE DO!! Plain and simple. Who chased down Manning in... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
HealthMarkets announces staff reduction Nov 20, 2008
HealthMarkets says the cuts will affect employees working in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Oklahoma City and Norwalk, Conn. In a statement, HealthMarkets said, This reduction in staff reflects administrative efficiencies achieved through the restructuring and aligns our work force to support the company s business strategy going forward. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Yao out against Mavericks Nov 20, 2008
Yao left in the fourth quarter of Monday's 100-89 win over Oklahoma City because of soreness in his left foot, and underwent diagnostic tests Tuesday that revealed no structural damage. He is being held out for precautionary reasons and is listed as day-to-day. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Clippers crush Thunder Nov 20, 2008
LA outscored Oklahoma City, 32-16, in the third quarter to take a commanding 81-68 lead to the fourth ... Durant and Green each scored seven in the first quarter, and Oklahoma City led, 26-20, after the opening period ... Oklahoma City committed 20 turnovers, as compared to just 10 for the Clippers. (ABC 7 News, DC)
More of this story Nov 20, 2008
Ford elected caucus chair By Special to the E-E. John Ford (R-Bartlesville) is on the job for another four years in the Oklahoma Legislature. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Rainbows woke up with first win, 67-64 Nov 20, 2008
Junior forward Bill Amis said his parents set an alarm clock to watch the game in Oklahoma City which is also in the Central time zone. "My parents went to sleep and then got up and watched it," he said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Big game lives up to hype Nov 20, 2008
The early season showcase was played out with first-round draft picks Kevin Durant, Jeff Green and Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder watching from the front row, but there was plenty of star power on the court with Griffin and Curry proving their preseason All-American status, and Warren showing why he was a McDonald s All-American in high school last season. Curry scored 44 points on 12-for-29 shooting and went 6-for-15 from 3-point range, and nearly willed his team back from a... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
On the Air - TV and Radio Nov 20, 2008
1, ESPNUNBA BASKETBALL7 p.m. Houston at Washington, ESPN7:30 p.m. Charlotte at Atlanta, WDOX-5709:30 p.m. New Orleans at Oklahoma City, ESPNNHL HOCKEY7 p.m. Phoenix at Carolina, WCMC-99. 9, FSCARSATURDAYBOXING10 p.m. Middleweights, James Kirkland (23-0-0) vs. Brian Vera (16-1-0); champion Ricky Hatton (44-1-0) vs. Paul Malignaggi (25-1-0), for IBO junior welterweight title, HBOCOLLEGE FOOTBALLNoon N.C. State at North Carolina, WCHL-1360, WRAL-101. (News & Observer -- Sports)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 20, 2008
L.A. Clippers at Oklahoma City, 7 p.m.. Sacramento at New Orleans, 7 p.m.. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
GROWING PAINS: Young Thunder showing lack of passion Nov 20, 2008
Oklahoma City Thunder are off to a terrible start innew home - Chris Mannix - SI.com ... That the Oklahoma City Thunder are bad is not surprising ... Last Friday in New York, Oklahoma City trailed by 30 early in the third quarter of a 116-106 loss to the Knicks. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Hawks snap four-game skid Nov 20, 2008
Clippers 108, Thunder 88: At Oklahoma City, Cuttino Mobley scored 12 of his season-high 23 points for Los Angeles during a 23-4 third-quarter run. Nuggets 91, Spurs 81: At San Antonio, Chauncey Billups scored 22 points, and Carmelo Anthony added 21 in Denver's victory over the injury-riddled Spurs. (Athens Banner-Herald)
This version of Apple Cup full of worms Nov 20, 2008
The UW and WSU football teams have done more than their share to contribute to a miserable 2008 for sports fans in this state, who have seen the NBA s SuperSonics flee to Oklahoma City; the Mariners flop on the baseball diamond; and the Seahawks struggle. There is the chance those beleaguered souls brave enough to show up on a chilly afternoon in the Palouse will get a rare treat two negatives (the miserable teams) making a positive (a mildly entertaining game). (Longview Daily News, WA)
#15 Irish Tip Off Home Slate Wednesday Against Evansville Nov 20, 2008
Last year, Notre Dame led at the half 24 times and went on to win 22 times, although both losses came in the postseason -- against Pittsburgh in the BIG EAST Conference Championship quarterfinals after leading 22-21; and against Tennessee in the NCAA Oklahoma City Regional Semifinals after leading 33-31, the first time the Irish were up at the break on the Lady Vols in 20 series games. The Best Offense Is A Good Defense. (Und.com)
NBA Roundup: Pistons shut down another hot team (Today) Nov 20, 2008
Clippers 108, Thunder 88: Cuttino Mobley scored 12 of his season-high 23 points in a 23-4 third-quarter run that carried visiting Los Angeles to a victory against Oklahoma City in a matchup between one-win teams. Mobley added a career-high seven steals for the Clippers (2-9), who outscored the Thunder, 30-16, in the third period. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hornets falter in 4th, falling 105-96 Nov 20, 2008
Back-to-back games against Oklahoma City are up next, one on the road Friday before hosting the Thunder on Saturday. They ll have to find themselves in one day, however. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Yao to skip Rockets' game against Dallas due to injury Nov 20, 2008
The six-time NBA All-Star hurt his left foot in Monday's 100-89 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder as he scored 19 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in 33 minutes. He underwent tests on Tuesday at a Houston hospital but the result on Wednesday showed no structural damage. (Xinhuanet, China)
Iverson, Pistons halt Cavs' winning streak Nov 20, 2008
Clippers 108, Thunder 88 - Cuttino Mobley scored 12 of his season-high 23 points during a 23-4 third-quarter run that carried Los Angeles to a victory over host Oklahoma City in a matchup between one-win teams. Trail Blazers 116, Bulls 74 - Greg Oden had 11 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 blocks in his home debut for Portland and the Trail Blazers built a 30-point, first-half lead in a victory over Chicago. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Rapid City aims to ground division-leading Eagles Nov 20, 2008
Rush Notes: Rapid City defenseman Garrett Prosofsky was granted family leave by the Central Hockey League to return to Oklahoma City for the birth of a child. Rush equipment manager Shawn Stixie Smith and his wife Tara, also celebrated the birth of their first child, Brandon, this week. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Marty BurnsNBA POWER RANKINGS Nov 19, 2008
Also, former Western playoff teams such as Memphis, Minnesota, Sacramento and Oklahoma City (formerly Seattle) all have gone into serious rebuilding mode over the past two seasons ... Maybe Friday's visit to their old temporary home in Oklahoma City will bring it out of them. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
News from MSU Media Relations--November 19 Nov 19, 2008
The trip to Oklahoma City was the third for Nesbit as she also made trips with Georgia Extreme Gold in 2007 and the 2006 Georgia Fire squad that finished ninth-best in the country. Vry also brings stellar travel ball credentials to the Maroon and White. (GenesPage.com)
Battier, McGrady back on practice floor; Artest, Yao sit Nov 19, 2008
HOUSTON (AP) Houston Rockets forward practiced with the team for the first time on Tuesday, but and skipped the workout after leaving Monday's win over Oklahoma City with sprained ankles. also practiced Tuesday after re-aggravating his sore left knee in Monday's game. (USA Today -- Sports)
BCS on ESPN: More money for fewer viewers? Nov 19, 2008
And if some college football hotbeds have some households that don't get ESPN like 14% of Oklahoma City or 18% of Madison, Wis. then presumably they'll have new motivation to sign up for monthly bills for cable TV.. (USA Today -- Sports)
Council hears Main Street presentation Nov 19, 2008
Bays attended a Main Street meeting in Oklahoma City then met with Alva business people and residents about the program. She cited the city of Ada, which joined Main Street after Alva did, as an example of positive results. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Market Forecaster Nov 19, 2008
The Oklahoma City feeder auction steady to up 2 per cwt this week on good demand for limited supply. Recommendations. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
NBA boxscores Nov 19, 2008
Oklahoma City 30 20 19 20 89. 3-Point Goals Houston 1-8 (Alston 1-3, McGrady 0-1, Wafer 0-1, Artest 0-1, Brooks 0-1, Barry 0-1), Oklahoma City 3-8 (Green 2-3, Durant 1-2, Westbrook 0-3) ... Rebounds Houston 53 (Yao 12), Oklahoma City 48 (Swift, Petro 8). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Stackhouse wants new challenge Nov 19, 2008
"Hopefully we can find that, but if not I'll be here in the same role I've been in: continuing to encourage the young guys. That's what the team has been asking me to do. It's just that I feel I could serve a better role somewhere else."BATTIER BACK AT PRACTICE: Houston Rockets forward Shane Battier practiced with the team for the first time on Tuesday, but Ron Artest and Yao Ming skipped the workout after leaving Monday's win over Oklahoma City with sprained ankles. Tracy McGrady also practiced... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Top-ranked recruit Henry picks Memphis Nov 19, 2008
"Ultimately playing with my brother and keeping the family together helped make my decision," said Henry, of Putnam City High in Oklahoma City. "My parents are OK with it; we're together.". (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Henry\'s a Tiger Nov 19, 2008
"The deciding factor was getting my last chance to play together with my brother at Memphis and keeping my family together so everyone could watch us," the 6-foot-6 scorer from Oklahoma City (Okla. Putnam City said on ESPN Tuesday morning. (Memphis Sports -- Rivals.com)
National Basketball Association: Roundup for Monday Nov 19, 2008
Bill Waugh/AP Houston Rockets forward Luis Scola of Argentina shooting over Oklahoma City Thunder defender Jeff Green as Thunder center Kevin Durant and Rockets Ron Artest (96) look on Monday in Oklahoma City ... OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Tracy McGrady feels like he's back to square one with a troublesome left knee that gave out on him again ... Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and Houston made a second-half surge without its injured seven-time All-Star to beat... (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Central Hockey League: Jackalopes remain winless at home Nov 19, 2008
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Home prices down 9% from a year ago Nov 19, 2008
Get information on education programs that could help you increase your earning power. By Anna Bahney, USA TODAY The rise in foreclosures continued to drive down the median price of homes across the country in the third quarter, according to a report released by the National Association of Realtors on Tuesday. (USA Today -- Money)
Men's Basketball Blog Nov 19, 2008
In other Cougar-related news, former WSU student-athlete Kyle Weaver got his first taste of regular-season NBA action last night in the inaugural game for the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Milwaukee Bucks. Weaver logged two minutes and tallied one assist. (Wsucougars.com)
Peterson: 'Commission Can Work Together' Nov 19, 2008
She described Shawnee "as a different kind of partner for this" because most other participants will also have to pay for taking the water all the way to Oklahoma City to be redistributed. Shawnee will be able to tap in early, however. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)
Steele, Laster Land High Posts, Enhance 'Pottawatomie Power' At State's Capitol Nov 19, 2008
Their selections will continue a history of "Pottawatomie Power" in Oklahoma City. Both will officially assume their new duties as Gov. Brad Henry, also from Shawnee, begins his last two years at the helm of state government. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)
Wolves Blast Capitol Hill 44 - 6 Nov 19, 2008
The visitors from Oklahoma City came into the game with a record of 1-8 overall and 0-6 in district play. Shawnee suited up 84 players compared to the Redskins' 14. (County-Wide News, Inc., OK)
The News Media Just Need to 'Calm Down', Says Anchor Jim Lehrer During Speech at the University of Oklahoma Nov 19, 2008
Lehrer was speaking to a crowd of more than 400 that included Oklahoma City media and business leaders, University of Oklahoma faculty, staff and more than 150 journalism students at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel in downtown Oklahoma City. The University of Oklahoma's Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication presented Jim Lehrer with the first Gaylord Prize for excellence in journalism and mass communication on November 17. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sports Shorts Nov 19, 2008
Acampo's Brenda Joy Speer was a top-10 finalist in Yearling Mares with Design By Royal Te, a 2007 black American quarter horse, at the America Quarter Horse Association world championship show last week in Oklahoma City, Okla. The show is the largest, richest single-breed event in the world, with more than 2. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Southeast showing its power to start season Nov 19, 2008
The next time the veteran steps on the ice he will break the record set by long-time Oklahoma City forward Joe Burton ... Oklahoma City s Simon Lambert is the top goal scorer among rookies and tied for third among all players with nine tallies. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
NBA results: Rockets surge to win over Thunder Nov 18, 2008
AP photo - Houston Rockets guard Aaron Brooks, left, and Rockets forward Chuck Hayes, right, try to take the ball away from Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook, center, in the an NBA game in Oklahoma City Monday. OKLAHOMA CITY - Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets made a second-half run without injured seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-89 on Monday night ... OKLAHOMA CITY (89)-Green 5-14... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
ATF National Response Team Activated to Carroll County, Georgia Tire Plant Fire Nov 18, 2008
In addition to investigating hundreds of large fire scenes, the NRT has also been activated to scenes such as the 1993 World Trade Center bombing, the Oklahoma City federal building bombing and the 9/11 Pentagon crash site, as well as explosions at explosives and ammunition manufacturing plants, legal fireworks factories and illegal explosives device manufacturing operations. The teams are each composed of veteran special agents who have post blast and fire origin-and-cause expertise; forensic... (PR Newswire)
Willie (Bill) Herndon, 90 (3) Nov 18, 2008
Linda Lindsey and husband Russell, Ovilla, Texas, and Sherry Ashley and husband Chris, Granbury, Texas; sister Desdie Royal, Oklahoma City; brother James Edgar and wife Charlotte, Oklahoma City; daughter of her heart and faithful caretaker LaDonna Dry, 21 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Family hour will be from 6-7 p.m. today at the Coffey-Murray Funeral Home. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Illinois (5-6, 3-4) at Northwestern (8-3, 4-3) Nov 18, 2008
Formal presentation will be at a banquet in Oklahoma City, Monday, February 11, 2009. The award, named after Oklahoma born Native American sports legend Jim Thorpe, is presented annually to the defensive back who best exhibits performance on the field, athletic ability and character. (Fightingillini.com)
Jazz end 3-game skid McGrady re-injures knee in Rockets' victory Nov 18, 2008
Durant had 29 points to lead Oklahoma City, which lost its eighth straight ... 9 rebounds, said he hurt the elbow in Oklahoma City's third game of the season against Minnesota and it flared up worse after Friday's game against the Knicks. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Okla. touts its record 10 years after tobacco deal Nov 18, 2008
OKLAHOMA CITY Next week's 10-year anniversary of the landmark legal settlement between 46 states and Big Tobacco will be a celebration in Oklahoma. Gov. Brad Henry has proclaimed Sunday as "A Healthier Oklahoma Day" and honored Attorney General Drew Edmondson for his role in negotiating the Nov. 23, 1998, agreement. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Auto Club to lay off 104 in Elk Grove Nov 18, 2008
and another that will open in 2009 or 2010 in Oklahoma City. The auto club employs about 7,000 people and serves Northern California, Nevada and Utah. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Mason's 3-pointer sparks Spurs Nov 18, 2008
They begin a three-game trip Wednesday night at Oklahoma City. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich's 634 wins put him third on the list of most coaching wins with one team. (Anchorage Daily News)
Rockets top Thunder after McGrady leaves with injury Nov 18, 2008
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) feels like he's back to square one with a troublesome left knee that gave out on him again ... scored 23 points, added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and Houston made a second-half surge without its injured seven-time All-Star to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-89 on Monday night ... The Rockets still were able to withstand a 14-3 run by Oklahoma City that closed the deficit to 82-74 on 's basket inside with 10:42 to play. (USA Today -- Sports)
Until the fat lady dunks Nov 18, 2008
I imagined an entire opera cast of comic tenors, and Seattle's NBA fans not feeling so bad about losing their team to Oklahoma City, which only has Toby Keith. The "Fidelio" was Marc's suggestion. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Market Forecaster Nov 18, 2008
The Oklahoma City feeder auction steady to up 2 per cwt this week on good demand for limited supply. Recommendations. (Midwest Bulls Eye, NE)
Rockets worry after win cruise, but ...McGrady, Artest hobble off court Nov 18, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets made a second-half surge without injured seven-time NBA All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the host Oklahoma City Thunder 100-89 on Monday night. McGrady left the game in the opening minute of the second half after aggravating his surgically repaired left knee, but the Rockets were still able to mount a 14-3 run powered by Scola and Yao. (News & Observer -- Sports)
After Obama's win, white backlash festers in US Nov 18, 2008
After sparking conflict and showdowns in the 1990s think Ruby Ridge, Waco, the Oklahoma City bombing white supremacist and nationalist groups began this century largely splintered and powerless. Though high immigration levels helped boost the number of hate groups from 602 in 2000 to 888 in 2007, key leaders of such groups had died, been imprisoned, or were otherwise marginalized. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Rockets lose McGrady in beating Thunder Nov 18, 2008
Houston 100, Oklahoma City 89 ... OKLAHOMA CITY - Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets made a second-half surge without injured seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-89 on Monday night ... Oklahoma City came back with its own 14-3 run to get within 82-74 on Russell Westbrook's basket inside with 10:42 to play, but still ended up losing its eighth straight game. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Off the Court With BreAnna Brock Nov 18, 2008
Cindy Stein, Alyssa Hollins and Shakara Jones traveled to Oklahoma City on Wednesday to visit with regional and national media. Here are their comments. (Mutigers.com)
Boom states face plain truths Nov 18, 2008
Oklahoma City, the state capital, is expected to see property prices gain 2. 5 per cent this year. (FT.com -- Markets)
Runner Dies During Route 66 Marathon Nov 18, 2008
"They could go into cardiac arrest, or exercise-induced asthma," said Jeff Kidder, a trainer with the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. "There's a lot of things that can come into play.". (FOX23.com, OK)
NBA Roundup: Houston wins at Oklahoma City (Today) Nov 18, 2008
NBA Roundup: Houston wins at Oklahoma City ... Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets made a second-half surge without injured seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder, 100-89, last night. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jones receives first Coolbaugh Award Nov 18, 2008
11/17/2008 10:51 AM ET Jones receives Coolbaugh Award Oklahoma City manager chosen as first-ever recipient by MiLB Minor League Baseball ... -- The inaugural recipient of Minor League Baseball's annual Mike Coolbaugh Award is Oklahoma City RedHawks manager Bobby Jones ... Oklahoma City RedHawks manager Bobby Jones has been teaching the game and imparting his wisdom on players for the past 19 seasons, all in the Texas Rangers organization. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Yao shines, McGrady hurt as Rockets bury Thunder Nov 18, 2008
China's Yao Ming scored 19 points and grabbed 12 rebounds as Houston beat Oklahoma City 100-89 in a game that Rockets' star Tracy McGrady had to leave with an injury ... On Monday, Houston was attempting to complete a simpler task -to defeat a struggling squad from Oklahoma City ... Oklahoma City's lone triumph this season came against the similarly woeful Minnesota Timberwolves. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Jazz beat Suns to snap skid Nov 18, 2008
Rockets 100, Thunder 89 - Luis Scola scored 23 points, Yao Ming added 19 points and 12 rebounds, and visiting Houston made a second-half surge without injured seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat Oklahoma City. McGrady left the game in the opening minute of the second half after aggravating his surgically repaired left knee, but the Rockets were still able to mount a 14-3 run powered by Scola and Yao. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
BU drops to No. 2; BC, NU gain ground Nov 18, 2008
Oklahoma City forward Desmond Mason will miss about 10 days with a sprained right elbow. College basketball UConn women and UNC men top polls Connecticut became a unanimous choice at No. 1 while LSU's streak of appearances in the Associated Press women's Top 25 is over. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
