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Johnson County Community Calendar November 22-25 Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:31AMBALLROOM DANCE LESSONS: KC Swing, Cha-Cha, Waltz, Tango, Salsa and Polka. No partner required. Wednesdays 7:30-9 p.m, American Legion Dwight Cowles Post 370, 7500 W. 75th, Overland Park. $5 per person. (913-432-4012)
Little Resistance in Duke?s Smooth Win Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:13AMLed by Kyle Singler, the Duke Blue Devils found the smoothness they so badly lacked in their opening victory against Southern Illinois to dispatch Michigan, 71-56.
Beloved Stark family member dies Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:12AMFamily and friends remember Ida Marie Dickens Stark as someone who always had a smile and a kind, loving heart. Ida Marie Stark, 85, a prominent and beloved citizen of Orange was found dead at her residence Wednesday.
Bruins continue surge, top Panthers Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:09AMBruins continue surge, top Panthers
Smith helps Duke top Michigan in MSG title game Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 4:03AMSmith helps Duke top Michigan in MSG title game
Bruins Continue Surge, Top Panthers Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 3:58AMBoston, MA -- (Sports Network) - Patrice Bergeron picked up a goal and one assist as Boston topped Florida, 4-2, at TD Banknorth Garden. Marc Savard added a goal and a helper for the Bruins, winners in three straight and eight of nine.
Top 25 Roundup: Blue Devils roll to 2K title Saturday, November 22, 2008 @ 3:53AMKyle Singler showed up from the start this time, scoring 15 points and leading No.Â 10 Duke over Michigan 71-56 Friday night in the championship game of the 2K Sports Classic at Madison Square Garden.
Sienna Miller Wins Damages From Photo Agency Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 7:15PMBritish actress Sienna Miller has won 53,000 pounds ($79,000) from a photo agency she was suing on grounds of harassment.
Australia hopes epic flick will lure tourists Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 7:14PMThe film camera sweeps across the landscape, taking in flat plains, gushing waterfalls and a dusty country town. The color is brilliant, the emptiness palpable and the soundtrack soars dramatically as warplanes bomb a city. This is "Australia," the new movie...
Fairs in festivals Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 7:10PM Find out what fairs and festivals are taking place in Plymouth and surrounding towns.
Updated 11/21: Vacant Amlings property concerns neighboring residents Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 6:56PM Hinsdale resident Mike Nelson was never bothered by the Amlings property until he started noticing the dilapidated fences and the skunks and raccoons roaming around.
Funeral Services Set For Sgt. Simpson Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 6:52PMThe Archdiocese of Philadelphia said a funeral mass for Simpson will be held on Monday at 11:30 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.
A Coaching Great Is Forever a Character Builder Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 6:51PMThe first Joe Lapchick Character Awards were presented to three memorable college coaches at Madison Square Garden on Thursday.
Volleyball team heads to Boston for CAA tourney Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 6:46PMNEWARK -- They lost their best player to a season-ending knee injury the first weekend of the season. They won just three of their first 13 matches while pressing on with a young lineup and no seniors.
Deaths & Funerals Friday, November 21, 2008 @ 6:40PMCHARITY, Jane Marie Jane passed away with her family at her side in Victoria, BC, November 16, 2008. She was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan on June 05, 1932. Predeceased by her husband Emil in 1996. Survived by her daughters; Pat Hornick, Susan Charity-McConnell (Michael) and Janet Utterson; sons Don and Dave; grandchildren, Steve (Janice), Mike (Shari), Bob, Nicky (Darren), Jimmy, Billy ...
Nearly 1 year after smoking ban, health officials say new law needed Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 8:57AMBLOOMINGTON -- A new state law is needed to strengthen the statewide smoking ban, which is being applied inconsistently because enforcement rules were never approved, public health officials said.
Shopping Made Easy Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 8:55AMFollowing the success of new products sold in some 600 of its shops, Cancer Research UK is branching out this year with its very own online shop.
What a great fall Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 8:46AMSeasonal patterns in our region aid our gardening choices.
Canucks blast Lundqvist, Rangers Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 8:36AMAlex Burrows scored two of Vancouverâ€™s five goals against Henrik Lundqvist, and the Canucks feasted on turnovers Wednesday night in a 6-3 victory over the Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Four found dead in Toronto house Thursday, November 20, 2008 @ 8:33AMTORONTO - Four adults were found dead Wednesday and the common law partner of one of the family members was arrested at the scene, but not immediately charged.
Idaho Falls Beautification Commission Formed Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 11:03PMEarlier this year, the Idaho Falls City Council unanimously approved creatingÂ a Beautification Commission with the hopes its members can promote and encourage visual improvements around town.
Obama White House could be green, high-tech Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 10:50PMWed, Nov 19, 2008 (2:42 p.m.) The Associated Press asked several interior designers to suggest Obama-style changes for the White House. Some of what they had to say about their designs via e-mail:
Obama White House could be green, high-tech Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 10:48PMThe Associated Press asked several interior designers to suggest Obama-style changes for the White House. Some of what they had to say about their designs via e-mail:
An Easy Way to Reduce the Price at the Pump Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 10:47PM(ARA) - Want to save up to 12 cents a gallon off your gasoline bill? Invest in a tire gauge and make sure your tires are properly inflated.
Book Fairs and Boob Jobs Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 10:39PMAS MY WIFE and I pulled up to a porn party in the Valley, as guests of porn leg end Ron Jeremy, I momentarily reflect on just how the hell I got there.
Tree house may be for the chop Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 10:34PMTycanol A childâ€™s tree house may have to be demolished because planners have said that it needed permission.
Viola Helzer February 7, 1920 - November 16, 2008 Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:53PMFuneral services for Viola M. Helzer, 88, will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 at the Berean Bible Church with Pastor John Wilhelm officiating.
Bonfire to blame for Santa Barbara fire Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:38PMA bonfire built by a group of young adults is what sparked a massive wildfire.
Louisiana Business: Technology Awards, Obama, Gulf Coast, Auto Bailout, Shreveport Hilton Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:35PMNovember 19, 2008
Multiple arsons prompt police to issue public alert Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:32PMA number of arsons overnight near Jane Street and Dundas Street West have prompted police to issue a community alert.
MWV Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:30PM RICHMOND, Va.----MeadWestvaco Corporationâ€™s Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.23 cents per common share. The payment of the dividend will be made on December 1, 2008, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 29, 2008.
Yorba Linda: Devastated by fire, but not beaten Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:23PMStrangers and neighbors quickly pitch in to overcome the massive destruction.
Bulls resume trek at Portland Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:13PMBulls resume trek at Portland
Sweet, hip gifts and the perfect pasta Wednesday, November 19, 2008 @ 4:13PMREQUESTS for gift suggestions come my way frequently at this time of the year.
Nutcracker Market keeps ballet, retailers on their toes Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 11:15AMAs with retailers hoping the holidays will carry their businesses beyond the season, Houston Ballet is counting on its annual Nutcracker Market for a critical piece of its foundation budget.
She says ... Finally, an Oasis after long dry spell Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 11:00AMA charming man, Mr. Chennell came with awesome credentials, which include a gold medal from the eminent Chelsea Flower Show. Heâ€™s a prominent member of the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies and is on the planning team for the 50th anniversary of NAFAS to be celebrated this May at Westminster Abbey.
The Sims 2 Mansion and Garden Stuff Pack Hits Stores Today Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 11:00AM REDWOOD CITY, Calif.----Electronic Arts Inc. announced today that The Simsâ„¢ 2 Mansion and Garden Stuff Pack, the latest stuff pack for the critically-acclaimed PC Game The Sims 2, will hit store shelves today.
Turkish delights can be deadly Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 10:59AMFETHIYE, Turkey - As the leaves across Turkey change to muted yellows and vivid reds, the onset of autumn brings its own perils. All over the country families are heading out with woven baskets and the best intentions to go mushroom picking.
Dogs Help Central Fla. Students Read Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 10:36AMReading is a hit at elementary schools across Central Florida thanks to a new program.
Remembrances of Christmas past Tuesday, November 18, 2008 @ 10:25AMAh, for those simpler times, when Christmas trees were real and shopping meant paging through the Sears catalog and heading to the F.W. Woolworth five-and-dime store. Author Rochelle Pennington, who has written about the famous Christmas tree ship that delivered the holiday greenery to Chicago, spoke at the St. Charles Public Library last week about her newest book, An Old Fashioned Christmas.
In Montclair and nation, an outpouring of support for same-sex marriage Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 11:22PMAdena Stevens / For the Star-LedgerAbby Vatasin, 7 of Glen Ridge, waiting before the start of the rally in response to Proposition 8 in Montclair. She as well as both her dads, Glenn Vatasin and Bernie Bernbrock, and about 100...
Wildfires devastate parts of California Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 11:05PMOfficially, five homes were lost and five were damaged in Corona by early afternoon Saturday, one of five major fires burning out of control in Southern California, police Sgt. Jerry Pawluczenko said. That was minor compared to Sylmar fire, where reports put the losses in a single mobile home park alone at 600 homes.
Local man harvests 7-pound sweet potato Saturday, November 15, 2008 @ 10:42PMGIBSON - At a time when biologists are engineering perfect vegetables and fruits, a 74-year-old Gibson resident says the giant sweet potato he harvested this year was an accident.
Bâ€™s pay tribute to Saugus twins Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 1:09PM Sarah and Mae Norton were among the tough competitors at a recent Boston Bruins-Toronto Maple Leafs game held at TD Banknorth Garden.
Shoreline Chorus celebrating 10th anniversary Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 1:08PMThe Shoreline Chorus is a 40 member Owen Sound based community choir under the direction of Ann-Marie MacDairmid. The chorus celebrates their 10th anniversary season. [...]
UCLA holds on, beats Miami (Ohio) Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 1:02PMLOS ANGELES #8212; Darren Collison made two free throws with 21 seconds remaining and No. 4 UCLA survived a defensive struggle to beat Miami (Ohio) 64-59 on Thursday night in the 2K Sports Classic.
Weekend Calendar Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 12:55PMHot 8 Brass Band; All-scales train show; Hager House family days; Barbershop music; Tribute to veterans; MasterWorks II; Jewish Food Festival; Vocal concert
North West Evening Mail Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 12:47PMCOMMUNITY spirit was recognised at an awards ceremony last night. A number of South Cumbrian volunteers triumphed at the Cumbria Community Awards held at the Rheged Centre, near Penrith, which were organised by CN Group, parent company of the North West Evening Mail.
Raiders ready for a battle Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 12:45PM While Savannah Christian holds home-field advantage, a better record and a higher seed, one would have a hard time convincing Raiders coach Donald Chumley that his team is the favorite against Chattahoochee County at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Garden City Stadium.
Garden calendar Friday, November 14, 2008 @ 12:31PM OngoingPoinsettia sale sponsored by the Texas A&M University Horticulture Club. Orders will be accepted until Wednesday, with pickup Dec. 1-2. Order forms a ...