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Dennis Kelly: I can’t imagine a more violent writer than Shakespeare Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:19AMPeople are shocked when they meet me,” says Dennis Kelly. “I think they expect me to kill a cat in front of them or something.” Small wonder. In plays such as Osama the Hero, Orphans and After the End, this mild-mannered 40-year-old has imagined the very worst that human beings can do to each other: assault, abuse, infanticide, terror and race-hate attacks, torture. Oh, and in the grimly funny ...
Lending weight to campaign Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:18AMA YOUNG fitness guru who models for one of Britain's top nutrition magazines has lent his weight to the 'Get Active, Get A Life!' campaign by helping to train a novice runner.
D118 pink slips go out Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:16AM“Pink-slip” notification was sent to Danville District 118 teachers today in anticipation of Wednesday’s school board vote to enact the administration’s reduction-in-force plan.
Morris Twp. woman helping Haiti using all 78 years Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:16AMMORRIS TWP. – Near-octogenarian Warren Wilhide of Manette Road wasn’t going to let his age stop him from going to help the earthquake victims in Haiti.
Saline students create Internet forum for community Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:14AMVoicing opinions just got a little easier for those involved with Saline Area Schools.
18th Century figures recalled during 250th anniversary tea Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:13AMBERNARDS TWP. – A woman’s nimble fingers trickle over a harp, filling the parish hall with delicate classical music that ebbs over pink tablecloths and teapots housing warm buckets of British tea.
Oilers hang on, 53-52 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:12AMHUNTINGTON BEACH ---Meghan White has 353 rebounds this year, third in Orange County.
Sioux City seeing big turnover Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:11AMAll five of Sioux City’s current legislators have now decided to not seek re-election.
State committee schedules session on quakes Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:09AMIDAHO FALLS -- Idaho's seismically active areas are earthquakes waiting to happen, and a state agency is working to make sure when the next quake hits, the state and communities have strategies in place to help.
Respect for the real Marines is on actorâs mind Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:06AMCHESTER TWP. – James Badge Dale said that if he had the chance, he would tell Robert Leckie that he tried his best to portray him honestly as one of the thousands of brave Marines who fought and often died in the bloody Pacific campaign of World War II.
SeaWorld set for 1st show after trainer's death Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:18AMThrongs of people will crowd the crescent-shaped SeaWorld amphitheater Saturday to watch the first killer whale show since an orca named Tilikum killed a trainer a few days ago.
Fishermen protest federal catch limits Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:13AMWashington, D.C. — Two bus loads of fishermen from Carteret, Craven, Pamlico and Onslow counties left the N.C. Fisheries Association offices in New Bern at 5 a.m. Wednesday headed to the nation’s capital for what they hope will be the biggest catch of the year.
GOP Viewpoint: A call to service Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:09AMOver the past several weeks, close friends have asked me “why do you want to get involved in town politics?” The answer is simple. At some point you need to stop complaining and start doing. Those who know me well know that I am not afraid of a challenge.
Warriors rally past BYU in five Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:03AMThe Hawaii volleyball team spread the offensive wealth, then shared in a 30-17, 28-30, 31-33, 30-28, 15-10 victory over Brigham Young last night in the Stan Sheriff Center.
Hawks ring up 92 points in hoops win Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:00AMHARRISON 92, LAHSER 78: The Hawks nearly hit the century mark Thursday in a high-scoring, NBA-style win over the host Knights.
Jamaica Estates security patrol needs funding Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:59AMStanding in front of the Jamaica Estates Association’s security patrol car are Dr. Avi Siev, patrol chairman, left; Prasesh Kumar, patrol car driver; and Michael Bookbinder, board chairman.
Piano man still jams Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:58AMAs years go by, Doug Krieger's favorite seat hasn't changed.
Angling for a way to fish Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:54AMOver 30 anglers braved the cold and ice barren confines of Smith Lake this weekend to try their hands at a little ice fishing.
Public to see DRCâs report Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:52AMWhile the draft report of the Swansboro Downtown Renaissance Committee is available for public review, one committee member believes the findings are incomplete.
Week in review Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:23AMA review of the week's news in southeastern Minnesota.
Gutsy effort leaves Delone just short Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:18AMIt seemed almost suicidal for Red Lion to continue to use the press against Delone Catholic.
Simon Black can't stop Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:18AMTHE Lions' 256-game veteran Simion Black who soon turns 31 feels physically and mentally fresh enough to play for at least two more seasons.
College plans Tech Fest Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:14AMWhether you're an area employee or business owner wanting to learn more about the latest business software, or a novice just wanting to learn more about computers, Tech Fest 2010 is for you.
Opera Hits Some Unexpected High Notes With New Beta Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:14AMRecently we saw yet another daily build of what Opera Software was calling its "pre-alpha" of the Opera 10.5 Web browser, a product that the company certainly wanted folks to test, even though they were warned it wasn't even ready for daily use. With various software publishers' development schedules being organized so differently from one another, it's difficult enough distinguishing "previews ...
Lincoln's flagship MKS gets a boost from new engine Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:10AMThe much ballyhooed 355-horsepower EcoBoost engine premiered by Ford last year finds a fitting application in a substantial vehicle which definitely needed a bit more get-up-and-go - the 2010 version of the Lincoln MKS. That new twin-turbocharged V6 does indeed turn the neo-behemoth Lincoln (so large that its trunk comes up to your chest) into a full-fledged, 130-mph-capable interceptor-cruiser ...
NBA Saturday: Cavaliers Excited Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:05AMThe Cleveland Cavaliers are excited about Antawn Jamison despite his poor debut... Deron Williams upset... Monta Ellis almost a Grizzlie? ... Scouting Saturday!
Local artist von Eckhardt leaves legacy of passion and perseverance Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:02AMAfter years of bringing artwork with a "little bit of theatrical flair" to Valencia County, local oil painter and sculptor Dorothea von Eckhardt died on Feb. 2.
Vancouver's Pride House offers safe haven for gay, lesbian Olympic athletes Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:01AMAndrew Mills/The Star-Ledger Anti-homophobia posters, including one of two male hockey players leaning in for a kiss, line the stairway leading into Pride House, the hangout for gay athletes at the Vancouver Olympics.
Staying on track Saturday, February 20, 2010 @ 7:01AMThinking about ditching your treadmill workout? Or slacking off at work? You’re not alone. At seven weeks into the new year, many people are slacking off on their resolutions - that’s why the Cadillac News brought in local experts to keep you on track to achieving your goals.
How sleep is affecting our kids Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:11PMA new study at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia will look at how lack of sleep - even a slight deprivation - can affect children.
Exclusive: Google's latest Buzz privacy changes enable possible new exploit Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:10PMToday, Google Gmail customers are seeing a promised round of software changes whose purpose is to make Google Buzz users more aware of their privacy options, and to give them a more obvious way to back out of Buzz. These changes come a mere nine days after the social networking product's rollout as an element of Gmail, although some have already claimed personal damage, and have already begun ...
UPI NewsTrack TopNews Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:04PMNews from United Press International, around the world around the clock ...
Married women allowed to join nursing courses Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:04PMWith the country facing an acute shortage of trained nurses, the ministry has now decided to let married women get admission to nursing courses.
Remarks by Attorney General Eric Holder Before the Alliance of Concerned Men Town Hall Meeting on Fatherhood and Youth ... Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:02PMWASHINGTON, Feb. 18 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following are remarks by Attorney General Eric Holder:
Generous gesture from Waikato farmer Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 4:00PMFormer Waikato farmer and property developer Bill Flower has made a generous gesture to Waikato University. Ninety-year-old Mr Flower is offering a postgraduate student $30,000 a year for three years to study an aspect of New Zealand agriculture.
Lake Stevens hopes to ease Frontier Village traffic trap Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:59PMLAKE STEVENS — You can get into Frontier Village but you can’t get out. That’s a common refrain for anyone who has tried to exit the Lake Stevens shopping center directly onto Highway 9 or Highway 204, which meet in a T-intersection at the main opening to the large shopping center.
Heat lose Wade but down Nets Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:58PMMichael Beasley had 23 points and 11 rebounds Wednesday as Miami shrugged off the early loss of Dwyane Wade to injury to beat New Jersey 87-84 in an NBA contest.
Doctor serves city 30 years Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:58PMDr. Les Anderson has diagnosed and treated thousands of Lonoke patients in the past 30 years. His staff honored him for that service with a luncheon at the Anderson Medical Clinic on Feb. 10.
'Magic happened' after she gave ex-cons a chance at new lives Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 3:53PMAt the bus terminal in downtown Los Angeles, they're easy to spot. Dressed in blue jeans, they carry boxes, bags or large envelopes with their name and a number on it. They are ex-offenders, just released from California's prison system. When they step off the bus with $200 in "gate money" in their pockets, many have hopes of making a fresh start.
COLUMN: Underwood bound for the Olympics Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:10PMOne of Tracy Underwood's biggest regrets was not attending the 1988 Olympics in her hometown of Calgary. But now Underwood, 38, who moved to Grande Prairie when she was seven, gets to make up for it in a very big way.[...]
Heat keeping an eye on Amare Stoudemire Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:09PMThe Miami Heat is among several teams mulling a possible bid for Amare Stoudemire, according to a source familiar with the situation.
China Stocks in U.S.: Baidu Increases, Suntech Power Advances Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:09PMThe Bank of New York Mellon China ADR Index, which tracks American depositary receipts, lost 2 percent to 358.04. The American Stock Exchange China Index declined 1.6 percent to 191.81. The Shanghai Composite Index fell 2.4 percent to 3,019.39.
Budget likely to dominate TN legislative session Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:05PMCampaign finance, school vouchers and guns could be among the hot-button issues that the state legislature debates this year, but as Tennessee continues to deal with a budget crisis, spending is likely to be lawmakers' biggest priority of all.
Gear up for even colder weather Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 5:01PMWith the prospects of a freeze later this week on the island, this would be a good time to take some precautions for your boat.
Lessons help high handicapper happily shoot age Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 4:56PMJoe McClure couldn't stop oozing joyous, folksy charm over the phone, and why not? The 85-year-old, lifelong Fort Myers resident shot his age...
Lott delivers State of Richland County address, says crime is down Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 4:56PMRichland Co. Sheriff Leon Lott delivered his State of the County address Tuesday, saying violent crime is down one percent and property crime is down 8.5 percent.
Fonterra enjoys fast food boom through recession Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 4:55PMThe fast food industry's appetite for Fonterra's dairy products doubled over the past three years.
Georgia, Carolinas Most at Risk for Hurricane Hit, WSI Says Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 4:55PMThe 2010 Atlantic hurricane season will be more active than last year, with the Georgia and Carolina coasts most at risk for a direct hit, forecaster WSI Corp. said today.
Josh Gross: Stoic Zaromskis shoots for Strikeforce welter title Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 4:49PMMeasuring on the scale of difficult reads, Lithuanian welterweight Marius Zaromskis falls somewhere near Geoffrey Chaucer and Doyle Brunson. In the tradition of Eastern European mixed martial artists who choose not to share much of their personality, Zaromskis comes off as particularly detached -- until, that is, the 29-year-old gets to fighting.
Council interviews applicants Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 2:54PMThe North Little Rock City Council heard from 10 applicants on Jan. 14 for the open aldermanic seat in Ward 3.