Bus Service Due Trial Run On Main Street Nov 19, 2009
Herr also said that Main Street, which has diagonal parking spaces, is identical in that respect to Congress Ave. in downtown Austin. Initially, Herr told the council Monday he was willing to wait until January -- a low traffic time -- to start the bus service. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Angels to help MCHS reach its fundraising goal Nov 18, 2009
"These funds will go to support phase 1 of our Capital Campaign for our new Jean Austin Bagley campus, including three cottages and an arts and education center."In addition, the funds will count toward a challenge grant from the Kresge foundation. As a result, each dollar donated before the year's end will be magnified by the Kresge Challenge Grant. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Excerpt: "Rainwater" Nov 9, 2009
Excerpt: "Rainwater," by Sandra Brown - The Early Show - CBS News. Excerpt: "Rainwater," by Sandra Brown. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Lakeview senior wins state cross country titleAshley Baldovino won her third state championship Saturday Nov 8, 2009
Saturday, she was timed in 20 minutes even, and won her title by eight seconds over Kayla Nagunst of Rainier, and 10 seconds ahead of third-place Austin Lundin of Valley Catholic. She had a good race, Lakeview coach Bobbie Steninger said. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Star Wars The Force Unleashed Nov 5, 2009
Hailing from Austin, Texas USA, Aspyr strives relentlessly to ensure a quality experience for consumers and industry partners. To fall more deeply in love with Aspyr and its amazing line of products, visit www. (IGN PC Games)
EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT LAND IN PB; THE CARS COME, TOO Nov 1, 2009
Corvettes in a rainbow of colors lined one area while British imports, including Austin Healeys and MGs, helped round out the show. Some car owners weren t members of a club. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Lorraine Bardell Oct 20, 2009
the daughter of Austin and Elizabeth (Mullen) Scace. On Oct. 30, 1957, she married Merle R. Bardell in Keokuk, Iowa. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Back To Work Oct 15, 2009
UNC's defensive strength is the front seven, led by tackle Marvin Austin, end Robert Quinn and the linebacker trio headed by Quan Sturdivant. "Their whole front - the linebackers and defensive ends - are big, physical guys," said FSU offensive line coach. (Seminoles.com)
Low-cost spay/neuter clinic to be held in Ramona (5) Oct 12, 2009
Next is our Sophomore boys, in no particular order: John David Martin, Austin Eden, Bryce Whittle, Dillon Ward, Landon Lunsford, Jarrod Allen, Steve Robledo, and Dakota Crawford. Next, our Junior boys, in no particular order: Jordan Bradley, Skylar Whitten, Van Parson, Onyx Bonner, and Shane Stevens. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
FSU Shines On New Home... Oct 11, 2009
Stephen F. Austin swept the meet with the men and women taking home both trophies while in-state rival Florida finished in fourth place on the women's front and second in the men's race. The women's 5K run was dominated by FSU's who took home the title with an impressive run of 17:41. (Seminoles.com)
Up For Some Music, Food? Oct 1, 2009
BIG FANS of renewable energy like Joe Strubhar and son Ben of Austin attended the 10th Annual Energy Roundup/ Green Living Fair held on Marktplatz over the weekend. The event featured products and taught methods for living in a more environmentally-conscious way. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Oct 1, 2009
" Nissan worked directly with eBay last year, using print ads to urge consumers to visit eBay Motors and check out a make-believe auction for a ride in a Nissan Altima. Those who followed through found the fake auction, as well as links to real Nissan dealers and to Nissan-brand collectible items being sold on the site. MOST POPULAR - BUSINESS Inside NYTimes.com The slew of recent revelations about past presidents makes it clear how little we know about them, writes Timothy Egan. After serving... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Round Top Antiques Fair opens today Oct 1, 2009
At the Big Red Barn five miles north of Round Top square, dealers such as Grace Homan of Austin, Patti Walsh of Chappell Hill, and Makala Munday of Benton, Ill. show Americana furniture and accessories along with novel and unusual eclectic items. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Community Calendar and Area Events Sep 30, 2009
Lake Wales Bridge has resumed their game at the Austin Center each Tuesday and Thursday 12:30 p.m. For more information call 635-0427 or 678-3628. Music, games and pool every Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Youth Coffee House for middle and high school students. (Lake Wales News, FL)
FSU Men's Tennis Releases 2009-10... Sep 26, 2009
to battle defending ACC Champion Virginia on March 28, as well as a trip on March 10 to Austin, Texas, to face a Texas team that was a semifinalist in last year's NCAA Tournament. "We're very excited about our 2010 spring schedule. We have some great matches with the best teams in the country," said head coach. (Seminoles.com)
Auctionpalooza coming Sept. 27 Sep 15, 2009
"Classic SPAM is an American institution and we want to make this event the biggest salute to Classic SPAMTM outside of Austin, MN, home of the maker of the canned meat, Hormel Food, while also raising awareness of performing arts and music," commented Jerry Johnson, S*P*A*M Committee chair. The mass array of SPAM collectibles are currently on display at the Storm Lake High School in the Student Center and Paxton's Jewelry located in downtown Storm Lake. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Overseas Chinese influence on trade Sep 5, 2009
I also keep up with my home town basketball team, the San Antonio Spurs, and my favorite football teams, the professional Houston Texans and the University of Texas at Austin. I love archeology and history. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
The group won top honors at the Austin Music Awards in April for best country band. Concert tickets are 13 for reserved seats and 10 for general admission; prices include fair admission and are before sales tax). (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Buoyed by fans back home, Peabody team ready to start Little League World Series Aug 18, 2009
Manager David Batchelor, whose son Austin pitches and plays shortstop, said from the bus yesterday, The town is obviously very excited, and it s great to have their support. Batchelor, a captain in the Chelsea Police Department, is in charge of about 65 officers, but while he has been involved in the run to Williamsport, a lieutenant, with the chief s blessing, has taken over his responsibilities. (Boston Globe)
Home, historic home Aug 12, 2009
David Hallum would never have put his house in historic Ryan Place up for sale if he hadn't been moving to Austin, Texas. When the move to Austin didn't happen, Hallum was distraught: There was a contract, you see, on the Elizabeth Boulevard house in Fort Worth, Texas, where he'd lived for 16 years that could not be broken. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Warner Bros. Entertainment to Stage Spectacular Events in New York City to Culminate Worldwide 70th Anniversary Celebration of The Wizard of Oz Aug 12, 2009
The greatest family musical of all time, The Wizard of Oz, is touching down in theaters across the country as NETworks Presentations brings this live touring production to over 70 cities, opening October 2009 in Worcester, MA and twisting its way across North America to cities such as Knoxville, TN., Austin, TX., Pittsburgh, PA, and Anchorage, AK. To see if the show The New York Times calls a "lavish stage production" with "colorful costumes, witty choreography, and cool lighting," is coming to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Antiques lure treasure hunters to Sebastopol Jul 21, 2009
Treasures include old glass bottles found at construction sites, a beanbag for $35, a perfectly presentable painting for $5, Austin Powers action figures, handmade lavender soap for $1 a slice, and ornate German beer steins. Here's what so enjoyable about the flea market: You can find gems, like an authentic ceremonial Tibetan necklace, that you never imagined existed. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Youth Soccer: Dahl scores three to lead Bryant over Clemson in college division Jul 17, 2009
Chelsea Forgham, Victoria Secor and Austin Bell led the defense ... Dan O'Hara led Audioun with two goals, while Austin Bell scored one goal Wednesday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Local Web sites offer ways to value, manage possessions in down economy Jul 15, 2009
Subscribe to Austin Business Journal ... Austin Business Journal ... Several relatively new or revamped Web sites based in Austin are helping people take stock and let the recession work for them. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Surprise leader at State Amateur Jul 15, 2009
Lake Sunapee Country Club' s Austin Eaton III, who won the 2003 State Am at Portsmouth Country Club, also opened with a 71. Beaver Meadow CC's Mark Stevens, last year's State Am champion, began the tournament with a 72. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Frontier Times Museum announces Texas Heroes Hall of Honor Jul 9, 2009
"Empresario" Terry Boothe, Austin, is a longtime cultural preservationist. Boothe also has the distinction of being the "Discoverer of the West Pole" (certified by the Texas Legislature in 2007) a fact that shows Texans, even Legislators, have a sense of humor. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
» Readers pay tribute Jul 7, 2009
"When I heard the news of The King Of Pop died sadness just overwhelmed me. There has never been an artist who had it all: vocals, moves, and on stage persona like the King. I am praying for his family and hope God has a wonderful place for him in Heaven. Michael you will be surely missed."--Heidi, Austin, Texas ... "Just about every kid that grew up in the 80 s loved Michael. We dressed like him, stayed up late to watch his videos, and knew every word to every song on the Thriller album. As... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
City eliminates no-parking zone on Johns Road, bans U-turns (188) Jul 7, 2009
In another matter council members voted unanimously to select Quality Custom Decks, a business based in San Antonio and Austin, to demolish and reconstruct the boardwalk in the marsh area at City Park. The companys bid of 79,056 was well below staff estimates and 26,000 less than the second lowest bid. (Boerne Star, TX)
Baer named 40th annual art festival poster artist Jun 20, 2009
Baer and her husband, John Paul Frederick, have been working to restore the Estelle Stair Gallery building on Austin Street. Baer tries not to think too much when creating. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Childrens Art caters to 4-legged friends Jun 4, 2009
M.D. Andersons Childrens Art Project makes items for four-legged friends - Houston Business Journal. for free extra services. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Writer list for WOW is notable May 29, 2009
A 1971 graduate of the University of Texas, Harrigan lives in Austin, where he is on the faculty of UT s James A. Michener Center for Writers ... She received a bachelor s degree in anthropology from the University of New Mexico in 1973 and a master s degree in journalism from the University of Texas at Austin in 1976 ... Bird was an editor and contributor for the no-longer-active Austin magazine Third Coast. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Duels.com® Hosts 200,000,000th Battle, Shatters Records and Crowns New World Champion May 29, 2009
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--It was a record-breaking week for Duels. com, the massively multiplayer online player vs. player (PVP) game developed by Austin game studio Challenge Online Games, Inc. (Challenge Games) ... Challenge Games is based in Austin, TX and is privately held with funding from Sequoia Capitol and Globespan Capital Partners. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tiny tyrants May 11, 2009
-- In a study of the last six years admissions at hospital emergency rooms in the Austin, Texas, area (reported in April), 900 people were identified as using ERs six or more times in the previous three months, and nine specific patients had made a total of 2,678 visits in the six-year period. -- Mixed Signs From the Middle East: (1) In March, at a soccer match in Hilla, Iraq, between two local teams, as a player with the ball approached the goal to attempt a tying kick late in the game, an... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Free Realms(TM) Trading Card Game in Stores This Week! May 5, 2009
Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX; Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Tucson, AZ and Taiwan, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development. About The Topps Company, Inc.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The Recession Seeking summer help? There's plenty May 3, 2009
That's not the only problem facing teenagers this year, said Austin Lavin, who co-founded Myfirstpaycheck. com, a job site for teens. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
On The Road? Don't Miss These 50 Top Shops May 2, 2009
Garden Editor Gene B. Bussell lists Gardens, a fashion-forward Austin store where plants and design-intensive interior pieces rule, as one of his favorite garden shops. "Where else can you buy great plants, beautiful containers, and smoked chocolate at the cash register? It's a neat store,"says Gene. (Click2Houston, TX)
Key Piece Of Dr Pepper History Goes On Auction This Month May 2, 2009
According to the Heritage Galleries Web site, the book also contains formulas for such concoctions as Dr. Wilkes Dead Shot for Tape Worm; Red Lead Ointment; King's Korn Kure; Indelible Ink; Kough Kure, which contained morphine acetate and chloroform: Catarrh Inhalant; Dr Samuel Johnson's Cough Syrup; Calamine Lotion; La Grippe Remedies; Rubber Stamp Ink; Austin Avenue Cologne; Floor Wax; Orange-Flower Skin Food; Coating Solution for Rx Counter; Bust Developer; Castles Hair Restorer; Stephen's... (KWTX.com, TX)
Cleveland Cavaliers are available on Fathead cards May 2, 2009
They first became acquainted with the product in 2005, when then-Quicken Loans executive Todd Lunsford ordered a Tom Brady Fathead for his son Austin. Lunsford, now the Fathead president, thought the product was so cool, he told Gilbert, who ordered a Barry Sanders Fathead. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Simulate the 2009 Baseball Season at BaseballBoss.Com Apr 17, 2009
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Challenge Online Games (Challenge Games) is pleased to announce the Baseball Boss 2009 Season Simulation, a free online tool for fantasy baseball fans looking to get an edge on the 2009 season ... Challenge Games, based in Austin, TX, is privately held with funding from Sequoia Capitol and Globespan Capital Partners. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
CEOs know Bo helps Obamas feel a little less lonely at the top Apr 14, 2009
"My dog will love me even if my $50 billion Ponzi scheme is discovered," jokes Jack Holt, CEO of S3 Matching Technologies, a software company based in Austin. Holt owns two dogs, a Great Dane mix named Ella and a Rhodesian Ridgeback named Hank. (USA Today -- Money)
Full Body Hippo Among Seven Hundred Taxidermy Mounts for Sale to Highest Bidder Fort Worth Big Game Trophy & Western Auction Apr 10, 2009
"Your friends will likely talk about it for some time," said John Brommel, owner of the Corner Shoppe in Austin and sale organizer. Other enormous mounts are a huge shoulder mount Elephant and a 15 ; foot Marlin. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
UAB Falls 10-7 To Alabama Tuesday Night Mar 25, 2009
Austin Graham earned the win for the Crimson Tide, pitching 2. 1 scoreless innings out of the bullpen, and Nathan Kilcrease picked up the save. (Uabsports.com)
Green Light AIG Bonuses Mar 24, 2009
Enhancing E-commerce (320 sec.) MarketLive CEO Terry Austin on the rise in online shopping and what to expect for the holiday season. Investing in Africa (320 sec.) Emerging Capital Partners CEO Tom Gibian discusses the gold mine for investors in Africa. (Forbes -- Business)
Blazers Set For Two Midweek Contests With Alabama Mar 24, 2009
Jamal Austin is hitting. 364 over his past three games. (Uabsports.com)
South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference & Festival Mar 5, 2009
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4 /PRNewswire/ -- While everyone is talking about the economy and speculating on how it will effect business, the South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference and Festival will suspend the rules for one long weekend where nothing will mute the music ... Meeting the people now that can help in the future is an integral part of making the trip to Austin, Texas, Wednesday, March 18 through Sunday, March 22, 2009 ... The 2009 SXSW Music Conference held at the Austin Convention... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
WorthPoint gets $1 million Mar 3, 2009
for free extra services. Subscribe to Atlanta Business Chronicle. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
Enjoy music by Big Pete Pearson, the Greg and Kelly Foundation, Gregg Austin and Second Wind, the Mighty Gospel Revelators of San Diego, Windy City Spiritualaires and the Jimmy McElroy Band, among others. Also features vendors, a car show, food, a raffle and rides. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Best Pictures Feb 19, 2009
-- John DeFore, Austin American Statesman ... (It won audience awards at the Toronto and Austin film festivals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Entertainment Feb 18, 2009
Austin comics teams up with locals Intellectual Bulimics for special show. World-renowned group to perform at Thalia Mara Hall. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Concerns fly over Georgia Power fee bill Feb 17, 2009
Austin Scott (R-Tifton) says the timing is wrong. And state Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine said the whole deal stinks. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
• Community news Feb 10, 2009
Gooding Accelerated Learning Center students placed in the following categories: Miki Beadz, network design team; Zulema Juarez, management/market/hum-an relations concepts; Shane Knight, PC troubleshooting and network design team; and Austin Harper, basic office systems and procedure. Billiard on ISU dean's list. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Nashville to host 32 conventions in Feb. Feb 10, 2009
Nashville to host 32 conventions in February - Nashville Business Journal. for free extra services. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
November 16-30, 2008, Obituaries Feb 9, 2009
grandchildren, Jessica Reed, Rebecca Blankenship and Robert Jackson Sprayberry; great-grandchildren, Gavin and Austin Reed; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Children's author with local ties to visit next week Feb 8, 2009
On Feb. 14 he will visit Book People on 6th Street in Austin for a book signing. The first book about Honey is A Home for Honey where the little poodle discovers love in the simple things around his home. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
29 places to go in 2009 Feb 7, 2009
Austins superlative live music scene may have made the city famous, but this hip Texas capital citys quirky charm extends far beyond its melodic beats. Largely enriched by the dynamic energy of the homegrown University of Texas, Austin boasts the Lone Star States best cultural offerings, with numerous galleries, museums, and music venues (more than 100 in all ... Combine that with more than 300 sunshine-filled days a year, and its little wonder that Austins consistently ranked as... (MSNBC -- Travel)
