FSU Headed To NCAA Tournament Nov 10, 2009
FSU is one of just three schools to play in four of the last six College Cups ... UCLA leads all schools with seven College Cup appearances this decade followed by North Carolina with six and Notre Dame with five ... Ticket Pricing Tournament Passes $10 - Adults $6 - Youth, 18 , senior 50+ and students from participating schools Free - Children 2. (Seminoles.com)
Oregonians finding they cant have things both waysCost for prisoners competes with other needs, like schools Nov 8, 2009
Cost for prisoners competes with other needs, like schools. Sunday, November 8, 2009 12:05 AM PST Oregonians and their legislators are often at odds trying to match desires with reality. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Money Matters: Recovery Nov 8, 2009
4 million in other types of funding, from roads and schools to youth summer employment programs. The federal government reported Oregon received $1. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
FSU Meets UNC In ACC Final Nov 8, 2009
Three of the four title games played between these two schools have been decided by one goal including the last three (2003, 06, 07) ... The two schools squared-off in Tallahassee back on October 22, a game won by FSU 3-2 in double overtime. (Seminoles.com)
Home woes yet to recede (11) Nov 8, 2009
Cloudbase Dave wrote on Nov 7, 2009 8:52 AM:" This is truely a "GREEK TRAJEDY" in the making! This could stop if the the following parties drop their selfish childish needs and work todether. I am not talking about the two dominent political parties. These two parties are;THE BANKERS = TIGHTENED GRIP ON AVAILABLE CREDIT! As a condition to recieving their BAIL OUT $$$$ They were instructed to ease up on their credit tightness and loan money. They got their BAIL OUT $$$$ (at our expense) and... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Owls top Multnomah, 119-73Danny Miles moves past Dean Smith on career wins list Nov 8, 2009
The win moves is veteran coach Danny Miles' 880th, which moves him ahead of Dean Smith on the career wins list in men's basketball for four-year schools. Read more about the game in Sunday's print and e-editions of the Herald and News. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Community Calendar Nov 7, 2009
Church of All Saints Fall Bazaar 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Keokuk Catholic Schools, 2981 Plank Road, Keokuk. Turkey, biscuit and gravy dinner served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Whats the future hold for Kingsley Field? Nov 6, 2009
Cloudbase Dave wrote on Nov 5, 2009 9:02 AM:" To: ScottyTHANK YOU SIR for your kind words of agreement! Now one thing I have noticed about Kingsley Field in general is the "LACK" of certified flight schools at the airfield. We could really use a good community college based Aviation Technical College complete with classroom training with real aircraft and a comprehensive F.A.A. approved ciriculum. A flight school offering single engine, multi engine, commercial, ATP, glider training, and rotary... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Noles Gear Up For Hokies Nov 6, 2009
These two schools will be very familiar with each other as they closed out the regular season schedule against one another just four days ago in Blacksburg. FSU defeated Virginia Tech 2-1 thanks to a pair of goals by 2009 ACC Offensive Player of the Year. (Seminoles.com)
Nike Unveils New Uniform Nov 6, 2009
"The technology involved in this new design and fabric is really remarkable and we are pleased to be one of the 10 schools that Nike selected to debut the product," said Spetman. "I know that any time you tell a player he can wear a uniform that weighs significantly less, their eyes light up. If you compare this uniform with our current uniform it is much lighter and that becomes even more pronounced when it's damp. We will keep these as a limited option, but will wear our traditional design... (Seminoles.com)
Lottery gold mine not looking like an endless source of state revenueStudy: Its revenue cant keep up with the spending it encourages Nov 5, 2009
I don t catch episodes of Antiques Road Show too often, but the one I saw a few days ago was pretty amusing. Click here to predict the winners of 20 high school, college and NFL football games for a chance to win $10. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Jazz Club a big hit Nov 5, 2009
Perhaps, but road and walkway money comes from sources that probably aren t available for other projects, such as schools. The roads and walks look good and will be a nice amenity for residents and visitors. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Cutting tavern owners profits doesnt look fair Nov 5, 2009
But I have to ask the question: How many video gaming machines are there in schools, school cafeterias, and school staff break rooms or on any school property ... D.A. wrote on Nov 4, 2009 5:32 AM:" I wish I knew what is the percentage of lottery money goes to the schools. I will research this. I do know that when California got the lottery voted in on the premise that money would go to the schools. The total money that went to the schools amounted to 2% of all the money that goes to schools.... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Local college enrollment surge a bright spot in the recessionBoth OIT, Klamath Community College are showing increases Nov 5, 2009
Like other state institutions, it s always under financial duress, which generates proposals to tie the smaller schools tightly to the bigger ones administratively. The numbers that KCC chalks up speak well for the need and support for the school. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
FSU Hosts Seminole Invitational... Nov 5, 2009
The Noles will face elite competition from nine other schools including in-state rivals Miami, South Florida, Central Florida and Florida International in addition to Denver, Mississippi State, Memphis, Alabama and Furman. While most of the squad is playing in Tallahassee, No. 24 and No. 28 will be battling at the ITA National Indoor Singles Championship Thursday, November 5. (Seminoles.com)
Four Noles Earn Academic Honors Nov 1, 2009
Florida State placed four student-athletes on this year's District III team to lead all schools. Representing the Seminoles on the All-District III team are , , and. (Seminoles.com)
Seminoles Picked No. 15 In Preseason Poll Nov 1, 2009
FSU one of five ACC schools in initial poll. Oct. 31, 2009. (Seminoles.com)
Variety: Happenings around North Iowa Nov 1, 2009
Sunday November 1, 2009. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
FSU Falls At Virginia Oct 31, 2009
Friday night's 1-0 decision marked the 14th time these two schools played a game decided by a goal or less. "Credit to Virginia," said head coach. (Seminoles.com)
`Noles Travel To ACC Championships ... Oct 30, 2009
- After several months of training, the Florida State cross country teams (Men- No. 21/ Women- No. 6) will have its first championship meet Saturday, October 31, at the 2009 Atlantic Coast Conference Championships in Cary, N.C. Host NC State will welcome 12 schools to the WakeMed Soccer Park Course including two other programs that have both their men and women nationally ranked- Duke (Men- No. 26/Women- No. 16) and Virginia (Men- No. 12/Women- No. 11). The 56th annual men's 8K will kick off at... (Seminoles.com)
FSU Travels To Virginia Oct 29, 2009
KEY NOTES: * In the 18th meeting between the two schools, Florida State will travel to Virginia for the eighth time in series history ... The Seminoles won the first six games in the series before both schools played to a scoreless draw in the first round of the 2008 ACC Tournament - a game in which the Hokies advanced 4-2 in penalty kicks. (Seminoles.com)
Clark County Mule Festival contest, rodeo and show results told Oct 27, 2009
Area elementary schools participated in a mule coloring page contest at the festival. The Best of Show winner was Bethany L. Boyd of Revere, Mo. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
FSU Downs NC State 2-0 Oct 26, 2009
The two schools played to a scoreless first half with FSU outshooting NC State 7-3. Junior registered the first scoring threat for the Seminoles in the sixth minute sending a low-liner from about 14 yards on goal but it was blocked by the Wolfpack defense. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Upsets UNC 3-2 In OT Oct 23, 2009
But the Seminoles would not go away finding the equalizer off the foot of with just over five minutes remaining in regulation to force overtime for the fifth time in the last seven meetings between these two schools. Freshman sent a long pass to DaCosta, who fended off two Tar Heel defenders while making a run down the middle of the pitch. (Seminoles.com)
Farm Bureau barbecue set for Thursday Oct 21, 2009
The Region III Education Service Center is hosting a Parental Involvement Conference, Under Construction Building Successful Students, Parents, Teachers and Schools, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Victoria Community Center. The workshop is offered to parents, grandparents and guardians to help their children succeed in school. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Oct 21, 2009
Attack shuts all Pakistan schools. Man breaks 15 laws in 11 minutes. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Wabeno Christian Thrift Store to celebrate first year in own building Oct 20, 2009
Just since March of 2009, when a committee was formed to disperse the monies, more than $3,500 has been given to local communities, schools, area food pantries, and individuals who have been in need (in addition to monies that had been dispersed prior to that time). More volunteers are needed. (Forest Republican, WI)
Sun Sports: Behind the Scenes Oct 19, 2009
The Seminole soccer team has established itself as one of the nation's elite schools in women's soccer. Sun Sports Goes Behind the Scenes. (Seminoles.com)
Friends of the library book sale is next week Oct 17, 2009
The Region III Education Service Center is hosting a Parental Involvement Conference, Under Construction Building Successful Students, Parents, Teachers and Schools, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Victoria Community Center. Registration and tickets are available at each area school for a fee of $20 and includes lunch. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
FSU, UNC Honors Moran Oct 17, 2009
She was a major supporter of the women's professional league and was an advocate for clubs and schools to offer girls' soccer across the nation. "Charlotte was a pioneer for women's soccer in the United States," said Florida State head coach. (Seminoles.com)
Alexander Autographs to Offer Rare Michael Jackson Memorabilia, Including His Donation of "We Are the World" Rights and Royalties, at Auction Benefiting VH1's Save the Music Foundation Oct 17, 2009
Alexander Autographs, Inc. and Mohegan Sun are proud to be a part of VH1 Save the Music Foundation's important work to restore music education in America's public schools. Alexander Autographs, , founded in 1991, is a leading auctioneer of fine historic autographs, manuscripts, and other collectibles. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
FSU Pounds Clemson 5-1 Oct 16, 2009
The Seminoles finished the first half out shooting the Tigers 7-4, while both schools registered one corner a piece. Price and DaCosta led the Garnet and Gold with two shots each. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Heads To Clemson Oct 15, 2009
The two schools have faced each other 14 times since 2000 including three times in the NCAA Tournament and twice in the ACC Tournament ... The 19 games versus Clemson are the second most meetings among league schools, trailing only North Carolina (24 games). (Seminoles.com)
Obits: Finley, Johnson, Moeckly, & Richter Oct 15, 2009
She attended Northern State University in Aberdeen then taught in rural schools for 5 years. Marjorie was united in marriage to William Louis Finley July 10, 1951 in Aberdeen. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
World travel and challenges highlight Muscatine native's career Oct 13, 2009
Sandra, 73, has four younger sisters, all of whom attended Muscatine schools at various times ... We have attended Spanish language schools in Cuernavaca and Oaxaca, Mexico, and will be teaching Spanish classes at our church in Arizona this winter. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Weakly Retort Oct 11, 2009
College football is a money machine for the college and the NCAA. It is a way for schools to get thousands of alumni to donate money that normally would just throw the letters in the trash. The TV revenue, the exposure, there are all kinds of benefits for the schools and they have a great business model because they dont have to pay most of their employees (at least the ones that people are paying to see ... I know that we dont want to turn this into professional sports and that we want to... (RaiderPower.com)
Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
The adventure will be led by Wildlife Expeditions, a division of non-profit Teton Science Schools. The cost is 125 for members; 150 nonmembers. (Carroll County Times, MD)
FSU Hits The Road This Week Oct 8, 2009
The Seminoles scored a series high five goals in a 5-2 victory last year in the only meeting between the two schools ... The two schools played to a 1-1 tie in the last meeting in Durham back in 2007. (Seminoles.com)
`Noles To Paint It Pink At FSU... Oct 8, 2009
The Seminoles bring awareness to breast cancer while competing against seven other schools. Oct. 7, 2009. (Seminoles.com)
Fall Focus: John Gast Oct 6, 2009
Kids that went to different schools all have different opinions about baseball so it was cool to hear what everyone had to say about the game. You really learn a lot by just listening to things other people have to say. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Clips Miami 4-1 Oct 5, 2009
Florida State finished the game out shooting Miami 20-11, while both schools record two corner kicks a piece. Diaz, who registered a career-high 60:34 in goal on Sunday, finished the game with one save. (Seminoles.com)
2009 Seminole Invitational Oct 2, 2009
Florida State will host 10 other schools and 56 athletes over the three day tournament. Oct. 1, 2009. (Seminoles.com)
FSU To Host Jackets and Tigers Oct 2, 2009
With the victories over the two Virginia schools, the Seminoles completed an undefeated month of September for just the second time in program history and extended their winning streak to 10-straight matches. Because of its exploits on the volleyball court, Florida State has been given a national ranking of No. 17 in this week's AVCA Division I Coaches Poll -- a mark that ties the school record for highest ranking ever. (Seminoles.com)
Community Calendar and Area Events Oct 1, 2009
Lake Wales Charter Schools Board Mtg. Oct. 19 at the Charter School Building. (Lake Wales News, FL)
October full of special events, festivals, fun Sep 30, 2009
On Oct. 17, VerdeGo, 3335 State St. in Bunnell, will have its 8th Fall Festival to benefit Flagler County schools from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include a pumpkin patch, obstacle course, bounce house and rock wall, K-9 demonstration by the Flagler County Sheriff's Office, a hayride, mini-golf and other games ... The event begins at 7 p.m. and will feature Flagler County Schools Superintendent Bill DelBrugge, Flagler County Administrator Craig Coffey and Palm Coast City Manager Jim Landon ...... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Celebrate Cranberry Harvest with Festivals, Marsh Tours (36) Sep 30, 2009
The cost, which includes lunch, is 20 per person, with discounts for large groups and schools. Again, make reservations as seating is limited. (Agri-View, WI)
FSU Tops BC 3-2 Sep 30, 2009
The five combined goals on Sunday were the most goals scored between the two teams as the two schools had scored just eight goals in seven previous meetings. In fact, the Eagles had never scored a goal against the Seminoles until today. (Seminoles.com)
Spam collector goes whole hog to help arts group Sep 25, 2009
The celebration and auction of all things Spam -- which will include the debut of local musical group the Spiced Hams -- is organized by Support Performing Arts and Music, or S*P*A*M, a committee that supports the arts and music in Storm Lake schools. The collection of memorabilia of Hormel's world-renowned canned meat product is being donated by Storm Lake resident Andriette Wickstrom. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Public records for Sept. 22, 2009 Sep 23, 2009
SUITS: GT Daytona LLC v. Cynthia P. Paulsen, enforcement of sale; HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. v. Aristide Maniscalchi, real property; Chase Home Finance LLC v. Stephen J. Stoldt, real property; Mary Speaks v. Irene Y. Lynd, auto negligence; U.S. Bank NA v. Alfred C. Margro, real property; Chase Home Finance LLC v. Nora Wright, real property; Susan L. Squibb-Kates v. Carol A. M. Squibb, in excess of $15,000; Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union, v. Michael B. Mompierre, other circuit civil;... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Papers carry cuts accusations Sep 20, 2009
Labour 'could save schools 2bn. Bear attacks tourists in Japan. (BBC News -- UK)
Let the festivities begin Sep 19, 2009
Local schools will hold sporting events over the course of the weekend as well ... Ten schools are expected to attend the competition. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Noles Golden In Win Over UF Sep 19, 2009
Tonight's game also marked the first overtime contest between the two schools in series history ... The two schools finished with nine shots a piece, while the Gators held a slight edge in corners at 6-5. (Seminoles.com)
Kick off to the arts: A listing of local arts organizations and events for 2009-2010 Sep 18, 2009
Barbara taught art appreciation in the schools in Colorado for many years but now, with so many school districts eliminating art from their curriculum, she feels that its now up to the artists and galleries to encourage young people to learn to appreciate fine art and let their creative imaginations soar ... The youth of the community are deeply involved in the gathering and the schools spend time prior to the date teaching the students of the history of the era ... A three-day celebration will... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Noftsger Hill Inn was a school in Globe. Sep 18, 2009
Visiting schools that aren't schools anymore makes a dandy road trip. Lots of old schoolhouses across Arizona have found second lives as museums, art galleries and bed-and-breakfasts. (AZCentral -- Travel)
FSU Faces Florida Friday Sep 17, 2009
FSU is 21-15-3 all-time against schools from the Southeastern Conference having faced Auburn (8-1), Florida (6-10), Georgia (2-2), LSU (2-1-1), Mississippi (2-0-1), South Carolina (0-0-1) and Tennessee (1-1-0). Under Krikorian, FSU is 6-2-1 having faced Auburn, Florida, LSU and South Carolina. (Seminoles.com)
Florida State Prepares For Virginia... Sep 17, 2009
The Virginia Tech Home Cross Country Course will play host to several schools including Atlantic Coast Conference rivals Wake Forest and host Virginia Tech. The No. 3 nationally-ranked women will kick off the 5K race at 6:00 p.m., while the No. 23 men begin the 8K run at 6:45 p.m.. (Seminoles.com)
Getting Ready For BYU Sep 15, 2009
Florida State has a host of activities centered around the first football meeting between the schools. The festivities will include the 10th anniversary celebration of the 1999 National Championship team; the first team to make a wire-to-wire run at No. 1 in the polls. (Seminoles.com)
Economic downturn provides a breather for preservationists Sep 13, 2009
The 85-year-old structure was built by the Julius Rosenwald School Building Fund, a philanthropic drive that built public schools for black children in the early 20th century. Cobb Landmarks is also working to save a series of trenches from the Civil War Battle of Kennesaw Mountain that are on parcels of land in private hands. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Insider: Compromise is a wonderful thing Sep 12, 2009
While I understand there was concern that he may try to push some agenda on children, the best way to have approached this would have been for all schools to receive a taped copy of his address that could be viewed beforehand. That way parents and teachers could have viewed and discussed the address before deciding if their children should see it. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Sept. 10 Around Town Sep 12, 2009
Funded programs in the past have included projects in the schools, the Council on Aging as well as private groups and individuals ... With this program, your grocery receipts help our schools ... For every dollar spent, the Littleton Schools will earn points redeemable for free educational equipment, art supplies, books and sports equipment. (Littleton Independent, MA)
FSU Faces UCF & UAB Sep 11, 2009
- Fourth-ranked Florida State (5-0-0) looks to continue its strong start facing a pair of schools out of Conference USA this week ... FSU is 10-2-1 all-time against schools from Conference USA having faced UAB (1-0), East Carolina (1-0), Memphis (1-0) and UCF (7-2-1) ... UCF's lone home win came in the first ever meeting between the two schools back in 1998 as the Knights defeated the Seminoles 1-0. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Falls To UCF Sep 11, 2009
FSU outshot UCF 8-5 in the second half, while both schools registered three corner kicks. "There was a reasonably strong wind that helped them in the first half and to be quite honest helped us in the second half," said Krikorian. (Seminoles.com)
Small town, big problem: 17 young people dead from overdoses in a few years Sep 10, 2009
But with the drugs in medicine cabinets, often accessible to young people, and a market of people out there willing to buy it, schools can quickly become a flea market for the substance ... SIDEBAR: School resource officer blames drugs, not schools. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
FSU Defeats Washington... Sep 7, 2009
In what was the first meeting between both schools, Price and McCarty proved to be too much to handle as the forward duo each tallied two goals and an assist against the Cougars. The striking pair now shares the team lead in goals with five, while Price is the out right leader in points with 15. (Seminoles.com)
Labor Day Preview Sep 7, 2009
" The Seminoles will have to wait until shortly after 8 p.m. Monday for the opening kickoff to Bowden's 34th season at Florida State. Not surprisingly, the buzz of anticipation has grown louder with each passing day as kickoff approaches. As the Seminoles were briskly moving through their walk-through on the practice field, ESPN technicians were setting up for the nationally-televised contest. This will mark the 27th consecutive year the FSU-Miami game has found a home on network television.... (Seminoles.com)
