Metcalf wants improvement Nov 13, 2008
But Jenkins will get some pointers on how to handle his nemesis this year from two-time national champion and former Hawkeye Mark Perry, who signed on as a Nittany Lion assistant coach in early August ... "I don't mind Mark Perry going over there and being on Jenkins' side," he said with a smile ... "That's all right. It will be interesting. I know their game plan is probably going to be a little more top right, or turn, or something along those lines. That's where Mark Perry is good at, and... (Daily Iowan, IA)
W-G defense racks up 837 tackles this season Nov 13, 2008
Also racking up rushing yardage for the Hawks this season were Charlie Manning, who had 149 yards and two touchdowns on 54 carries; Austin Steinkamp, who had 147 yards and one touchdown on 17 carries; Ryan Mayfield, who had 104 yards on 18 carries; Malcom Canada, who had 24 yards on six carries; Maurice Robinson, who had 17 yards on six carries; Brian Perry, who had seven yards on four carries; Austin Kuehl, who had six yards on one carry; and Joel Kriebel, who had six yards on six carries.... (Dallas County News, IA)
Ranking them all: The Rivals.com 343 Nov 13, 2008
Texas Aus Christi Islanders coach Perry Clark started three freshmen in every game last season, which should start to pay dividends soon. 293. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hawkeyes set to defend national title Nov 13, 2008
Ballweg s move into the lineup was created when two-year 157-pound starter Ryan Morningstar moved up to 165 to replace two-time national champion Mark Perry. Brands made it clear that Ballweg is the epitome of what he s talking about and that he needs to see more fur flying from Ballweg s section of the practice room. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Mildred I. Thomann Nov 13, 2008
Mrs. Thomann is survived by her husband of 63 years Bernard Thomann of Riverside; eight children, Larry and wife Tina Thomann or Riverside, Linda and husband Gary Kron of Ainsworth, Ross and wife Jane Thomann of Columbus Junction, Alan and wife Linda Thomann of Riverside, Janet and husband Perry Nicholson of Ainsworth, Greg and wife Janice Thomann of Riverside, Dean and wife Sue Thomann of Riverside, Kirk and wife Teri Thomann of Riverside, and a son-in-law, Mike Welsh of Riverside; 25... (Kalona News, IA)
Looking Back Nov 13, 2008
Local grandparents are Perry M. and Mabel Bontrager and Tom and Pauline McAreavy of Oxford. Johnny and Carmen Schwartz of Parnell are parents of a son, Albert John, born November 10 and weighing 7 pounds. (Kalona News, IA)
Lamenting over, Lions push forward (36) Nov 12, 2008
NOTES: Saturday Paterno said he considered sending tape of the game to the Big Tens head of officiating Dave Perry to review the pass-interference call against safety Anthony Scirrotto. I thought it was a bang-bang call. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Complete Joe Paterno press conference transcript Nov 12, 2008
But there were one or two others that we've talked to Dave Perry about. I think the intentional grounding was a tough call when we had the kid trapped and we didn't get the intentional grounding call. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prep football, college football, NFL Nov 10, 2008
DIVISION IVAll games 7:30 p.m. FridayRegion 13: (1) Steubenville (12-0) vs. (3) Perry (11-1), Warren Mollenkopf StadiumRegion 14: (4) Genoa (12-0) vs. (7) Ottawa-Glandorf (8-4), BGSU Doyt Perry StadiumRegion 15: (1) Martins Ferry (11-1) vs. (2) New Lexington (11-1), Zanesville Sulsberger Memorial StadiumRegion 16: (1) Coldwater (12-0) vs. (6) Kettering Alter (10-2), Troy Memorial Stadium. DIVISION VAll games 7 p.m. SaturdayRegion 17: (1) Youngstown Ursuline (12-0) vs. (3) Kirtland (12-0), Warren... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
13th-ranked Missouri claws past Kansas State Nov 9, 2008
Chase Patton found Jared Perry from 14 yards out for another TD with 6:33 remaining. Banks broke through the line for his touchdown run with just over a minute remaining. (FOX23.com, OK)
NHL summaries (31) Nov 8, 2008
5, Anaheim, Perry 4 (Kunitz, Getzlaf), 5:53. 6, Anaheim, Getzlaf 5 (Perry, Kunitz), 15:23. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
People's Business: Lessons learned from the election Nov 8, 2008
Tom Latham, R-Ames, defeated Democrat Becky Greenwald of Perry by nearly 20 points. Freshman U.S. Rep. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Palin 2012? Not So Fast, Insiders Say Nov 7, 2008
Grover Norquist, a leading conservative and president of Americans for Tax Reform, called Palin "one of five or six people who is a plausible candidate for president in 2012," along with familiar names like Mitt Romney, Texas Gov. Rick Perry and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich. "She's in the top tier, but she's not next in line." Norquist said. (KSBW 8, CA)
Local children raising funds to see father, troops Nov 7, 2008
Misty Ryman, McKenzie and Corey's mother, said the idea to raise money came to them after last week's sendoff ceremony in Perry. "We had been aware of the bus not being available. We didn't really get involved until the ceremony, when they were all crying and they said they wanted to raise money," Misty Ryman said. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Bush's ethanol policy flop will be launching pad for Obama Nov 7, 2008
Earlier this year, at least 51 members of his own party, led by Texas governor Rick Perry, called for relaxing the policy. Distillers struggle to make money because costs to produce ethanol are rising while increasing supplies drive down prices of the fuel. (Business Report, South Africa)
Philips returns to Van Buren County supervisors board Nov 6, 2008
Challengers Cecil Hamberg (D) received 1,164 votes and Perry Louth (nominated by petition) received 975. County auditor Jon Finney earned 3,104 votes, and county sheriff Dan Tedrow received 3,105. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
The Creek expands its mission Nov 6, 2008
Tanner Illingworth and Andre Perry are finally realizing one of their early ambitions when they founded the annual spring festival in 2006 ... Considering the literary background behind the Mission Freak Records crew (such as Perry, who is a graduate student in the UI Nonfiction Writing Program), Kerr decided to make unique CD cases by carving pages out of hardcover books, creating 200 handmade jewels. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Supervisors discuss inter-fund loan for Conservation Board Nov 6, 2008
Dallas County Conservation director Mike Wallace went before the Board of Supervisors Tuesday, Nov. 4, requesting a $486,000 inter-fund loan to help pay for a Raccoon River Valley Trail project through Dawson, Perry, Minburn, Dallas Center and Waukee. "I've shown you that I've got the grants there," Wallace urged. (Dallas County News, IA)
Liverpool rocks for MTV Europe Music Awards Nov 6, 2008
Spears, Lewis, Coldplay, Rihanna and Amy Winehouse are up for act of the year, while Duffy is competing for best new act against One Republic, Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry and the Jonas Brothers ... More than 10,000 music fans were expected to fill the Echo Arena on the bank of the River Mersey for the show, hosted by "I Kissed a Girl" chart-topper Katy Perry. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Powered Up: A class to remember Nov 6, 2008
Perry sprinted away from everyone on the Kansas team for a 75-yard touchdown. Daniel goes into the season finale against Kansas this year having gone 66-for-87 for 717 yards, seven touchdowns and no interceptions against Kansas. (Missouri Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sports icon a treat to listeners Nov 5, 2008
The Dan Hodge Trophy, collegiate wrestling's equivalent to college football's Heisman Trophy, is named after the colorful 76-year-old mat icon from Perry, Okla. Hodge was renown for his strength when he wrestled. (Pekin Times, IL)
Tell us: How do you feel at the moment? Nov 5, 2008
What does this moment mean to you. It's your chance to sound off on various topics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Dallas County resident fails in Fourth District bid Nov 5, 2008
"I don't have a single regret." The Perry resident, a Democrat, was trailing by more than 56,000 votes with 94 percent of the precincts reported. In Dallas County, she fell to Latham, 19,437 to 12,206 votes. (Dallas County News, IA)
Once begun, now undone? (4) Nov 5, 2008
Principal Perry Rodocker guided the Board and several District administrators through the school s new six-classroom addition on the north side of McKinley. The school was built in the 1960s and the new classrooms and a multipurpose classroom for art and music are needed to accommodate the instructional needs. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Obama wins in Louisa County; incumbent supervisor appears to have been defeated Nov 5, 2008
WAPELLO, Iowa -- With all eight precints reporting in Louisa County, unofficial results include. Barack Obama, D 2452. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
By the numbers: Results from area elections Nov 5, 2008
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published - Wednesday, November 05, 2008. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Election Day Dispatches: It's Morning for the Kenyan Obamas Nov 5, 2008
By Alex Perry / Kogelo. Obama Wins: Let the Parties Really Begin. (Time.com)
Dietitians feed NFL players' appetite for success Nov 3, 2008
Bengals running back Chris Perry is taking a similar view, hoping Macedonio's help will give him a short-term edge over the competition, a longer career and a buff body when he retires ... "I like candy, so it's a little difficult at times," said Perry, who says he never made the connection between food and performance during his days at Michigan. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
North Central Bancshares, Inc. Announces Results for Third Quarter 2008 Nov 1, 2008
About the Company and the Bank North Central Bancshares, Inc. serves north central and southeastern Iowa at eleven full service locations in Fort Dodge, Nevada, Ames, Perry, Ankeny, Clive, West Des Moines, Burlington, and Mount Pleasant, Iowa through its wholly-owned subsidiary, First Federal Savings Bank of Iowa, headquartered in Fort Dodge, Iowa. The Bank's deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation up to the full extent permitted by law. (PR Newswire)
Van Buren County ballot includes race for one supervisor's seat Nov 1, 2008
Also on the ballot are Marvin Philips (Republican), Cecil Hamberg (Democrat) and Perry Louth (nominated by petition) running for one Van Buren County Board of Supervisors seat. Philips, a life-long resident of Van Buren County, is currently serving as a supervisor. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
$1,035,000 for 3-cent stamp! Nov 1, 2008
The stamp sold at auction for $388,125 during a three day sale of Iowa banker Perry B. Hansen's stamp collection. (AP Photo/Siegel Auction Galleries). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Democratic candidates to be in Forest City Thursday Oct 31, 2008
Becky Greenwald, a Democrat from Perry, is running for Iowa's 4th District Congressional seat. Greenwald is trying to unseat seven-term incumbent Tom Latham, a Republican from Ames. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Latham deserves re-election Oct 31, 2008
Greenwald, a Democrat from Perry, never has been elected to public office, but has been involved in community and political activities since she attended Iowa State University. Both Latham and Greenwald toe the party line on most issues, so there is a distinct difference in the candidates. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Families need assistance to visit troops Oct 31, 2008
The 1133rd transportation unit from Mason City and the 1168th transportation units out of Aubudon, Marshalltown, Perry and Red Oak were combined to form the 3368 Transportation Company, which will be deployed to Iraq in December ... Corey Ryman, of Boone, who has been with the military for 18 1/2 years, is with the 3368th unit, and will be leaving for El Paso after a send-off ceremony Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Perry High School in Perry. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Cubs blast Bombers in regional quarterfinals Oct 31, 2008
PERRY - Nevada wrapped up the regular season with a four-game victory over Perry Oct. 23 at Perry. Nevada won the first game and then dropped the second, but the Cubs responded with a victory in game three and finished off the Bluejays in game four. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
A-D-M Girls' XC team headed to State Meet Oct 31, 2008
The Adel-DeSoto-Minburn girls' cross country team is headed to the State Cross Country Meet, after narrowly breezing by fourth-place team finisher Perry to grab a third-place team finish at their district meet and earn a spot in the final meet ... The Tigers grabbed a third-place team finish with 115 points, coming in 11 points ahead of Perry with 115 points, and following second-place Atlantic and first-place Harlan ... "We knew Harlan and Atlantic would be up front, so we just wanted to make... (Dallas County News, IA)
Suggested headline: Dynamic issues shake up Fourth Congressional race Oct 31, 2008
Issues, urgency and momentum are playing a large role in the 2008 Fourth Congressional District campaign, matching seven-term Republican incumbent Tom Latham, of Ames, against Perry Democrat Becky Greenwald. Both candidates mentioned encountering voter dissatisfaction with Congress' perceived failure to act on key measures, like the economy and health care. (Dallas County News, IA)
Wrestling season just around the corner Oct 31, 2008
With another year of maturation, the Hawkeyes should naturally pick up some of the slack left by Perry as other wrestlers progress up the podium ... Fortunately, the Iowa line-up is good enough already that Covington does not need to come in and match Perry point-for-point. (Iowa Sports -- Rivals.com)
Paybacks, Streaks and Sandwiches Oct 31, 2008
Aerosmith rocker Joe Perry has given John McCain a celebrity boost as he prepares for next week's election - by joining the likes of Arnold Schwarzenegger and campaigning for the Republican former prisoner of war. Actor Josh Brolin feared he'd meet his death on the night he was arrested by police after a fight at a bar, because the situation had rapidly gotten out of hand. (FOX23.com, OK)
The family goes to war Oct 30, 2008
Additional send-off ceremonies are being held in Audubon, Iowa City, Perry and Marshalltown. The 115 members of the 1133rd will board buses for Camp Dodge after the ceremony, then fly out to Fort Bliss, Texas, Friday morning. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Missouri Gymnastics Releases 2008-09 Schedule Oct 29, 2008
Senior Adrianne Perry, who grabbed Missouri's first-ever Big 12 All-Around title after taking the title seven times during the regular season, returns for the Tigers. Missouri Gymnastics Releases 2008-09 Schedule. (Mutigers.com)
Anxiety grips Ark. campus in aftermath of shooting Oct 29, 2008
In this photo released by the Faulkner County Sheriff's, Office Kelcey Perry, 19, is shown in a police booking photo in Conway, Ark ... Perry is one of four men charged in the Oct. 26, deaths of two University of Central Arkansas students ... Kawin Brockman, 19, Kelcey Perry, 19, and Mario Toney, 20, all of the Little Rock area, and Brandon Wade, 20, of Lake Village in southeast Arkansas, could face the death penalty or a life sentence if convicted on one of the murder charges. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Relationships and politics. Oct 28, 2008
RetroTV use to show old Perry Mason episodes I still have my two favorites on my DVR. ... I can go you one better I decided to become a lawyer not just because of black and white Perry Mason episodes but because of Barbara Jordan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Dems have edge in newly registered voters Oct 26, 2008
One of their biggest hopes is in Iowa's 4th Congressional District, where Becky Greenwald, of Perry, is taking on Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Latham. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Fillies have two more before playoffs Oct 26, 2008
Coming off of a tough loss against Winterset, the Fillies entered the Perry Invitational Tournament Tuesday, Oct. 14, looking to put the loss out of their minds and focus on the task in front of them. Three matches later, the girls were crowned tournament champions, having defeated Ballard, Roland-Story, and Perry ... The winner of that game moves on to face the winner of the Perry versus Winterset game in the Regional Semifinal match Thursday, Oct. 30, in Winterset. (Dallas County News, IA)
Unity Christian heads to postseason on good note Oct 25, 2008
"I think Western played outstanding," said Unity Coach Perry Krosschell. "We knew that Travis would get them going. It was a rival game and we're just thankful we came out on the winning end."That's what playing in this district is all about," added Krosschell, who has a 16-11 record since Unity started varsity football in the 2006 season."If you don't give it your best effort, you're going to get beat. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Today in History - Oct. 25 Oct 25, 2008
Pop singer Katy Perry is 24. Singer Ciara is 23. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
College soccer, college volleyball, prep volleyball Oct 25, 2008
PREP VOLEYBALLDistrict finalsTODAYAT PERRYSBURGDivision III: Otsego vs. Lima Central Catholic, 3 p.m.Divsion II: Central Catholic vs. Defiance, 5 p.m.Division I: Notre Dame vs. St. Ursula, 7 p.m. ... GIRLSDivision IPerrysburg vs. Northview, 4 p.m. at Sylvania Timberstone Junior HighCelina vs. Lexington, 6 p.m. at LexingtonDivision IILake vs. Oak Harbor, 3 p.m. at Central CatholicBryan vs. St. Marys memorial, 3 p.m. at ElidaLiberty-Benton vs. Mansfield Christian, 4 p.m. at Findlay High School ...... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Clarke beats Creston/O-M 13-3; Lenox tops No. 6 East Union, 22-12; Five postseason teams in area Oct 25, 2008
Jefferson JSPC 14, Perry 12. Knoxville 15, Tama South Tama 12. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Births Announced Oct 25, 2008
Ross Matthew Ross and Rachel Wagner of Kewanee are the parents of a son, Brody Thomas, born Oct. 21 at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton ... Tibbitts Harry and Katie (Perry) Tibbitts of Princeton are the parents of a son, Hayden Christopher, born Oct. 22 at Perry Memorial Hospital in Princeton ... Maternal grandparents are Freda Perry of Princeton, and Steve and Sheila Perry of LaMoille. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Ali Krogman wins district title, rest of girls squad headed to state with second-place team finish Oct 24, 2008
Girls Team Scoring: Harlan (54), Atlantic (77), ADM (115), Perry (126), Denison (147), Winterset (152), DC-G (159), Creston (207), Boone (208), Norwalk (221), Glenwood (261), Shen/Essex (300), SB-L (no scoring). Individuals: (1) Ali Krogman 15:44, Atlantic, (2) Erin Sawyers 16:10, Winterset, (3) Jasmine Hansen 16:12, ADM, (4) Megan Patava 16:17, Norwalk, (5) Natasha Swanson 16:23, Boone, (6) Megan Jacobsen 16:23, Harlan, (7) Alexa Beeck 16:24, Denison, (8) Jenny Hosack 16:27, Harlan, (9) Macie... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Conference champs! Oct 24, 2008
Mid-Iowa Newspapers - Conference champs. Tri-County Sports Conference champs. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Stimulus and refund checks waiting for taxpayers Oct 24, 2008
Chevez, Milton Perry ... Cruz, Miguel A Perry ... Del Rosario Mejia, Julio Perry. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
25th Annual Patty Hannon Concert held Oct 23, 2008
2000-Teresa Marshall, Rich Perry and Jerry Kaufmann; 2001-Janna Brown; 2002-Janine Knop; 2003-Dr. Ivan Delgado and Friends; 2004-Voiceovers Quartet; 2005-Jennifer Wohlenhaus Bloomberg; 2006-Brandon Hendrickson; 2007-Jared and Emily Hall; Cass County Community Band and Dee Burchams Flute Studio Students. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
BHS swim/dive team beats Perry, loses to Newton Oct 22, 2008
Both the Perry and Newton swim/dive teams were in town Tuesday to face the Boone High School team. The Toreadors defeated Perry, 83-17, but lost to Newton, 67-35. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008 Oct 22, 2008
He is survived by his wife, Judy; two sons, John (Heidi) Ellefson of Bangor and Ross Perry (Sandra) of Elko, Nev. a grandson, Race; two brothers, Omar (Ruby) Ellefson of Duluth, Minn. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Latham, Greenwald to square off in 4th District Oct 21, 2008
Greenwald is from Perry and is the Dallas County Democrat chair. Her business background is also in agriculture. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
National Digest Oct 21, 2008
Murray also will be the first Briton in the Open era since Fred Perry in 1936 to finish the year at No. 4. Greg Rusedski and Tim Henman both reached No. 4 but never finished the year there and never won four titles and played in a Grand Slam final in one season. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Sports news briefs (Yesterday) Oct 21, 2008
He will be the first Briton in the Open era since Fred Perry in 1936 to finish the year at No. 4. Venus Williams won the Zurich Open in Switzerland for her second singles title of the season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
5 cities to host sendoff ceremonies for Iowa soldiers Oct 21, 2008
Sendoff ceremonies are Oct. 30 in Aubudon, Iowa City, Mason City, Perry and Marshalltown. Read Comments > | Share This Story. (Sioux City Journal)
Swift Boat Watch: Health Care for America NOW! Oct 21, 2008
See all Swift Boat Watch entries. Who They Are: MoveOn. (Slate)
Power restored during Chargers-Bills game Oct 20, 2008
Bills defensive coordinator Perry Fewell, who normally calls the game from the coach's booth, left for the sideline in the first quarter. The audio receivers in the quarterbacks' helmets also weren't working. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Complete Results Oct 19, 2008
5 6 (147) 790 Michael Perry 25:14. 4 7 (163) 787 Robbie Fisher 25:25. (Umassathletics.com)
Prep Roundup Oct 19, 2008
Boys team standings 1, North Polk 44; 2, Collins-Maxwell-Baxter 72; 3, Gilbert 96; 4, South Hamilton 98; 5, Perry 100; 6, Panorama 147; 7, Colo-Nesco 215; 8, West Marshall 224; 9, Earlham 236; 10, Woodward Academy 244; 11, Ogden 303; 12, Grandview Park Baptist 393. North Polk (44) - 1, Matthew Harmeyer, 17:27. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Bloggers' challenge: Solve USU's football woes. Oct 19, 2008
ElvisHasLeft wrote on Oct 16, 2008 10:58 AM:" Step 1- It would be interesting to drop down to a league the Ags can compete in..say Big Sky or maybe Region 5, but they have to stay in the WAC. It won't be long before Boise State and Fresno State get offered a place in the Mountain West, so that should eliminate some of the competition.Step 2-Make the AD, entire coaching staff and players visit each and every Big Blue Club member, apologizing to the core supporters of the program. Then immediately... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
