First-and-10: Draft history on center stage in Meadowlands Nov 8, 2009
(Those picks eventually produced outside linebacker Shawne Merriman and kicker Nate Kaeding for San Diego ... "I don't have any regrets," Manning told San Diego reporters this week. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Legendary Saxophonist Clarence Clemons Celebrates the Publishing of His Memoir, BIG MAN: Real Life & Tall Tales Oct 16, 2009
Hard Rock Hotels/Casinos are located in Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Tulsa, Pattaya, Bali, Macau and Penang. Additional hotel and casino projects have been announced in; Singapore, scheduled to open in 2010; Atlanta and Panama, both scheduled to open in 2012; and Hungary, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, scheduled to open in 2013. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
From the HIP Oct 12, 2009
Also worth noting: cute hats by San Diego Hat Co., Glam Vintage, Sacred Surf, and Made by Dawn Swimwear. If that's not reason enough to trek to the North Shore, this Saturday Guava celebrates its first anniversary with a day full of in-store fun. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Iraqis face tough times, starting over in America Oct 11, 2009
For others, it's support from family in America, an established Iraqi community - two of the largest are around San Diego and Dearborn, Mich. - or friendships forged in the line of fire. (Anchorage Daily News)
FSU Continues At All-Americans Oct 10, 2009
Qualifying Draw Doubles no scheduled consolation draw Bowles/Bucaro (FSU) d. Sierra/Vaglietti (San Diego State) 8-3 Kecki/Poldma (USC) d. Bowles/Bucaro (FSU) 9-7. www. (Seminoles.com)
Update from All-American... Oct 8, 2009
On the doubles side, Bowles and Bucaro had never competed together before, but their first match showed no signs of any difficulty working together, winning easily 8-3 over San Diego State s Jose Sierra and Giovanni Vaglietti. Their second round match was against the No. 4-seeded tandem of Matt Kecki and Jaak Poldma from USC. The Seminole duo stood tall throughout the entire match, but narrowly fell short, losing 9-7. (Seminoles.com)
NFL PLAYERS Debuts Player Caricature Line Oct 2, 2009
San Diego based Pro Specialties Group will serve as the licensee for much of the initial product assortment. "Retailers in the grocery and drug channels have seen a marked increase in demand for licensed product, ranging from general novelties to everyday items like drink ware and T-shirts - this line was created specifically to address that demand. The absence of additional league royalties not only reduces the cost to the manufacturer, but allows retailers to pass the extra savings along to... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Recruiting Class Ranked No. 22 Sep 22, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
Golf Team In 2nd Place Sep 19, 2009
San Diego State 293 13. Wake Forest 300 T4. (Seminoles.com)
Golf Plays At Olympia Fields Sep 18, 2009
THE OLYMPIA FIELDS INVITATIONAL FIELD No. 25 Florida State is joined by No. 1 Oklahoma State, No. 3 Georgia, No. 6 Arizona State, No. 9 Florida, No. 10 Southern Cal, No. 12 Illinois, No. 23 Texas, Augusta State, Indiana, Purdue, Northwestern, San Diego State and Wake Forest in the 2009 Olympia Fields Invitational. The event will be played on the Par 70, 7,157-yard North Course at the Olympia Fields Country Club. (Seminoles.com)
Disney Expo seeks to monetize Mouse-mania Sep 11, 2009
By copying Comic-Con -- which attracted about 126,000 comic book lovers to this year's July event in San Diego -- Disney can tantalize devotees with behind-the-scenes access to the franchise's celebrities and upcoming movies. "When you talk about Disney fans, they want to consume every iota, every scrap of minutiae they can get their hands on," said Steven Clark, head of D23. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
‘Action' comics Sep 7, 2009
This has allowed Catto and Ahearn to work with some of their favorite writers and artists in the industry in creating the Captain Action books, which have received a great deal of interest from industry events such as the New York Comic Con and the San Diego Comic Con ... The series has been a modest hit and we have gotten some good buzz from New York and San Diego. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
New Indiana Jones Figure Has Melting Face Action Sep 4, 2009
Sideshow/Paramont Images. Figure Comes With Regular, Melting Faces Of Toht. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
'Antiques Roadshow' taping in Phoenix Aug 14, 2009
Marya John hoisted the delicate carved-rosewood Victorian what-not stand into her car and drove from San Diego to have the treasure she'd inherited from her father appraised. When "Antiques Roadshow" rock stars, twin brothers and appraisers Leigh and Leslie Keno, were hovering over the piece, John thought the trip might be worth it. (AZCentral -- Home)
Dragon Age: Origins Collector's E... Aug 13, 2009
- June 12th, 2009 Fans enter a world of violence, lust and betrayal at San Diego Comic-Con, GamesCom, Gen Con, Fan Expo Canada and PAX.. - June 12th, 2009 BioWare spreads "violence, lust and betrayal" all over North America. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
MAJOR-LEAGUE NOTES Gaudin to Yankees Aug 7, 2009
The New York Yankees have acquired former A's pitcher Chad Gaudin from the San Diego Padres for a player to be named ... The San Diego Padres extended manager Bud Black's contract through the 2010 season ... MAJOR-LEAGUE NOTES / Gaudin to Yankees Articles The New York Yankees have acquired former A's pitcher Chad Gaudin from the San Diego Padres for a player to be named. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Barbra Streisand To Auction Items For Charity Aug 6, 2009
Sean Gallup/Getty ImagesBarbra Streisand. Costumes From 'Funny Lady,' 'Meet The Fockers' For Sale. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Tips on creating an instant home office Aug 5, 2009
Christine Brun, a San Diego interior designer and author of Small Space Living (Schiffer Publishing, 2009), specializes in coaxing all you can out of your home by using ingenious products and overlooked spots. Brun has ideas that can help the recently pink-slipped quickly create a home office that meets their space and budget constraints. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Fans Get First Peek At 'Iron Man 2' Jul 28, 2009
AP ImageJon Favreau, director of the "Iron Man" movies, showed off a clip of the sequel at Comic-Con in San Diego. SAN DIEGO -- The buzz for the first "Iron Man" film began at Comic-Con, director Jon Favreau said, so he thanked fans for their support by showing an exclusive clip from next summer's sequel ... "Nobody cared before you guys did," Favreau told a capacity crowd inside the San Diego Convention Center's largest assembly hall Saturday. (Click2Houston, TX)
Sweepstakes: 'Coraline' DVD Jul 28, 2009
Countless fans, filmmakers and stars descend upon San Diego for Comic Con 2009. The director of "Iron Man" says Comic-Con crowds gave the first film a push. (KCRA 3, CA)
Sweepstakes: 'Orphan' Movie Prizes Jul 26, 2009
Countless fans, filmmakers and stars descend upon San Diego for Comic Con 2009 ... Some spent two nights outside the San Diego Convention Center. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Celebs Join Crowds At Comic-Con Jul 26, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- Robert Downey Jr. said he wish he could don a Mexican wrestling mask and stroll the Comic-Con floor to check out all the collectible toys and geeky-cool stuff. Peter Jackson joked about ducking out of a discussion with director James Cameron -- which drew thousands of fans to the San Diego Convention Center's largest meeting hall -- to walk the floor with fewer crowds. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
James Cameron Wows Comic Con With 'Avatar' Jul 26, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- James Cameron originally wrote "Avatar" as a way to challenge the special-effects firm Digital Domain, where he served as chief executive ... Comic Con continues at the San Diego Convention Center through Sunday ... Countless fans, filmmakers and stars descend upon San Diego for Comic Con 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Directors, actors geek out with fans at Comic-Con Jul 26, 2009
(07-26) 01:02 PDT SAN DIEGO, (AP) ... Peter Jackson joked about ducking out of a discussion with director James Cameron which drew thousands of fans to the San Diego Convention Center's largest meeting hall to walk the floor with fewer crowds. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Celebritiesgeek out Jul 26, 2009
SAN DIEGO - Robert Downey Jr. said he wish he could don a Mexican wrestling mask and stroll the Comic-Con floor to check out all the collectible toys and geeky-cool stuff. Peter Jackson joked about ducking out of a discussion with director James Cameron which drew thousands of fans to the San Diego Convention Center's largest meeting hall to walk the floor with fewer crowds. (MSNBC -- News)
City Beat (2) Jul 26, 2009
Jahja Ling, music director of the San Diego Symphony, conducts The Cleveland Orchestra in an extended-length program at the Blossom Festival at 7. Featuring the orchestra and the Kent/Blossom Chamber Orchestra separately and in a side-by-side performance of Dvor;k s Symphony No. 8. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
SDCC Survival Gear Buyer's Guide Jul 22, 2009
July 17, 2009 - San Diego Comic Con, one of the country's largest conventions, kicks off next Wednesday, which is expected to draw a crowd of over 125,000 visitors. A truly epic spectacle of all things nerdy, including movie screenings, large-scale collectible merchandizing sales, and all-star panels in the field of movies, comics, and gaming, SDCC completely dominates the halls of the San Diego Convention Center, and like many conventions of comparable scale, navigating the show can be a... (IGN Gear)
More millionaires in Bay Area Jul 16, 2009
In fact, all three regions surveyed in the Golden State (Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco areas) increased in wealth last year, in sharp contrast to national and global trends, said Mike Riherd, senior vice president of investments in the Walnut Creek office of Merrill ... The Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco areas weren't the only ones that purportedly posted gains in 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures' Comic-Con Agenda is Full of "Firsts" Jul 9, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Animation greats Hayao Miyazaki and John Lasseter and directors Robert Zemeckis and Tim Burton will take part in their first ever Comic-Con at the San Diego Convention Center July 23-24. The filmmakers will be on hand to help Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures showcase a wide-ranging roster of upcoming films, including 3D juggernauts ALICE IN WONDERLAND, TRON and DISNEYS A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and animated gems THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, PONYO and the TOY... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
New Hand Crafted Architectural Jewelry Website from Artesian Trisha Gazin Launches Jun 29, 2009
San Diego, CA (Vocus) June 29, 2009 -- Out of the picturesque beach town of La Jolla, California, Gazin Design has hand crafted distinctive necklaces in wood, metal, turquoise and recycled glass that will not be found anywhere else. When asked how she came up with such unique concepts in jewelry, Ms. Gazin shared, "I have always had a love of typography in its truest form. My education at Cal State Long Beach in graphic design only honed my sensitivity to how letters could be used as art.... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
ESCONDIDO: Exhibit to highlight unseen work of prolific artist Richard Chase Jun 20, 2009
His art lives on in murals throughout the county and includes several 45-foot landscapes that tower over the lobby of the Manchester Grand Hyatt on San Diego Bay ... His portraits also are remarkably realistic and include a series of famous aviators on display at the San Diego Air Museum, including astronaut Alan Shepard ... "I bet there's not another 45-foot mural anywhere in San Diego," he said. (North County Times)
- From the desk of: 0 Jun 17, 2009
CRUISE SHIPS use AIRPORT EXIT San Diego. STOP: DRIVE SIDEWAYS Kyushi, Japan detour sign. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Coppola Objects To 'Godfather' Video Game Jun 5, 2009
Coppola Not Fan Of 'Godfather' Video Game - @ The Movies News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
The Pokemon Company International Highlights Banner Year With Major Burger King(R) Promotion in North and South America Jun 3, 2009
Capping off a year of constant activity, through spring and summer The Pokemon Company International will engage fans in a round of TCG and Video Game Championship (VGC) tournaments culminating with the highly anticipated, co-located Pokemon World Championships on August 14th in San Diego, CA. Pokemon TCG fans and Pokemon Platinum Version video game Trainers from more than 25 countries around the globe will compete to be crowned World Champions. About Pokemon. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ted Williams Baseball Collectibles May 29, 2009
Theodore Samuel "Ted" Williams was born in San Diego, California, on August 30, 1918. Williams made his major-league debut on April 20, 1939. (Suite101.com)
A piece of Allen's to go public May 28, 2009
"I love the history of Athens, and (Allen's facade) is a part of that history," said Bownes, who moved to Athens about a year ago from San Diego. "(The patio area) is a perfect place for it, and you probably will be able to see it from the street.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
REVIEW: Old Globe's 'Price' is uneven but has its rewards May 22, 2009
Where: The Old Globe at the Copley Auditorium, Balboa Park, San Diego. Tickets: 29- 76; 619-234-5623. (North County Times)
Pictured from left: Joe Edmiston, executive director of the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy; Zev Yaroslavsky, Los Angeles County Board supervisor; Andrew Benton, Pepperdine University president; and Ed Pert, regional manager of the Department of Fish and Game, at the university\'s dedication of 73 acres of open space in the Santa Monica Mountains to the Mountains Recreation Conservation Authority. Photo by Ron Hall May 7, 2009
Wednesday, May 06, 2009 Edition. Malibu Film Society will also serve as a forum where prominent locally based actors, directors, producers and writers can introduce and present their latest films to local audiences. (Malibu Times, CA)
Jackman: Action Figures Like Voodoo Dolls May 6, 2009
Movie Toys Play Up Summer Releases - @ The Movies News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
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)
Artifact May Reveal Dr Pepper's Origin May 5, 2009
Oklahoma Man Finds Ledger Filled With Formulas. POSTED: 6:04 am PDT May 4, 2009UPDATED: 12:30 am PDT May 5, 2009. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
THE CLIMATE: Our weekly look at what's good, not so good Apr 28, 2009
Tyler, a 6-foot-11 high school junior from San Diego, decided to continue his basketball career professionally in Europe, thus ending his time in school. It remains to be seen whether Tyler will have any regrets, and it may seem like he's thought everything through, but what's going to happen when he realizes he won't ever know how Jay Gatsby made all that new money. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Severe Wind Sends Chihuahua Flying Into Sky Apr 28, 2009
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Pet Psychic Helps Owners Find Lost Dog In Woods. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
4Kids Entertainment Receives Notice Regarding NYSE Listing Standard Apr 15, 2009
With U.S. headquarters in New York City, regional offices for its trading card business in San Diego, California and international offices in London, 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: - ) is a global organization devoted to the creation, development, production, broadcasting, distribution, licensing and manufacturing of childrens entertainment products. Through its subsidiaries, 4Kids produces animated television series and films, distributes 4Kids produced or licensed animated television... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
The CENTSABLES: Financial Literacy Project Launches On Multi-Media Platform Apr 15, 2009
HUNTINGTON, N.Y., April 14 /PRNewswire/ -- A unique new project geared to teaching kids about financial literacy as well as life's values launched on a multi-media platform last month in San Diego at the CUNA Marketing Conference for Credit Unions. Maine State Credit Union was the first financial institution in the country to license this program. (PR Newswire)
Hard Rock International World's First Chinese Memorabilia Displayed at City of Dreams Apr 3, 2009
Hard Rock Hotels/Casinos are located in Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Pattaya and Bali. Additional hotel and casino projects have been announced in Macau and Penang, both scheduled to open in 2009; Singapore in 2010; Palm Springs, Atlanta and Panama, scheduled to open in 2011; Dubai and Abu Dhabi, scheduled to open in 2012. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mets, Yankees to unveil sparkling new ballparks Apr 2, 2009
Just ahead are the official regular-season debuts on April 13 for the Mets against San Diego and three days later for the Yankees versus Cleveland. "Two different philosophies, two different ways of doing business -- and they both work," Mets chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Sold! Shoppers Buying Groceries At Auction Mar 25, 2009
Shoppers Buying Groceries At Auction - Money News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference & Festival Mar 5, 2009
Louis, MO), Salt Lake City Weekly (Salt Lake City, UT), San Antonio Current (San Antonio, TX), San Diego CityBeat (San Diego, CA), Seattle Weekly (Seattle, WA), SF Weekly (San Francisco, CA), Tucson Weekly (Tucson, AZ), Urban Tulsa Weekly (Tulsa, OK), Village Voice (New York, NY), Weekly Alibi (Albuquerque, NM), Weekly Volcano (Lakewood, WA). SXSW co-sponsors provide support for promotional activities and musical events in connection with the conference. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'Spinal Tap' Stars: Where Are They Now? Mar 4, 2009
- @ The Movies News Story - KGTV San Diego. Site. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Madoff 'Devil' Among Toy Fair Highlights Feb 21, 2009
Real, Fictional Villains Among New Playthings. POSTED: 12:05 pm PST February 20, 2009. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
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)
In San Diego, make SeaWorld your first stop Feb 19, 2009
In San Diego, SeaWorld should be your first stop ... Which is why I ve taken my girls, aged 11 and 14, to San Diego for six years running over their spring break ... The orcas are a main attraction at SeaWorld in San Diego. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Does kissing hold the key to compatibility? Feb 19, 2009
For example, the neurology research of Dr. Vilayanur Ramachandran of the University of California at San Diego, another speaker at this weekend s event, suggests that kissing stimulates mirror neurons in the brain that promote empathy and reduce inhibitions. In other words, kissing truly could be the language of love. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Older TV sets may not get WGTV after Tuesday Feb 18, 2009
The most populous markets where many or all major-network stations are cutting analog include San Diego and Santa Barbara, Calif. Providence, R.I.; La Crosse and Madison, Wis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Former Bulldogs return for unfinished business -- a degree Feb 17, 2009
NFL career: Played linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys (1996-99), Tennessee Titans (2000-02), Seattle Seahawks (2003), San Diego Chargers (2004-06) and Washington Redskins (2007). UGA career: Had 365 tackles as a four-year starter as an inside linebacker from 1992-95. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Activision Publishing and 4Kids Entertainment Announce Chaotic(R) Video Game; Evolution of Popular Card Game Unites Storytelling, Role Playing, and Action Feb 14, 2009
With U.S. headquarters in New York City, regional offices for its trading card business in San Diego, California and international offices in London, 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: - ) is a global organization devoted to the creation, development, production, broadcasting, distribution, licensing and manufacturing of children's entertainment products ... Headquartered in San Diego, California, Chaotic USA Entertainment Group is the technology and development Company that holds the worldwide... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Movie Sweepstakes: Are You A Winner? Feb 8, 2009
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