Antiques show at St. Georges always a hit; set Nov. 13-15 Nov 12, 2009
Dealers will be coming from Tennessee as well as the surrounding states of Arkansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Missouri, and Louisiana; and from as far away as Texas, North Carolina and Virginia. Pat said that this year she has several new dealers. (West Memphis Germantown News, TN)
Odd news: Colbert Report host gets a parking place in Knoxville, Tenn.Apartment tower for University of Tennessee students won't be named for comedian Nov 11, 2009
Apartment tower for University of Tennessee students won't be named for comedian ... University of Tennessee students pushed to get the former Kingston Apartments, just west of the UT campus, named for Colbert and created a Facebook petition for it. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
What's it worth? Get collectibles appraised today Nov 7, 2009
Dana Holland-Beickert from Tennessee, member of the International Society of Appraisers specializing in fine art. Robin Varnes Braswell from Brevard County, who specializes in fine art, especially Florida artists such as the Highwaymen. (Florida Today)
'Noles No. 12 In Coaches Poll Nov 5, 2009
Fellow ACC member Duke was No. 6 and behind the Blue Devils was Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Tennessee and wrapping up the top 10 was Michigan State. The Arizona State Sun Devils, who knocked the Seminoles out of the tournament a year ago, check in at No. 11 before the Florida State Seminoles enter at their highest ranking ever at No. 12. (Seminoles.com)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 2, 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 A big step forward in product design simply involves using better materials, writes Allison Arieff. The emotional realism in Chuck... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Mayes-Frierson-Fuston Home on Christmas Tour Dec. 4-5 Nov 2, 2009
The Mayes-Frierson-Fuston Home is one of the sites featured on the Christmas Home Tour, sponsored by the Maury County Chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities. Christmas in Columbia A 19th Century Historic Home Tour is scheduled for Friday-Saturday, Dec. 4-5. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Seminoles Picked No. 15 In Preseason Poll Nov 1, 2009
Middle Tennessee State 0-0 143 25. Rutgers 0-0 138. (Seminoles.com)
EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT LAND IN PB; THE CARS COME, TOO Nov 1, 2009
It has attracted pilots from all across the county, he said, noting that some come from Missouri, Tennessee, Louisiana and Texas. Local pilots also enjoy the activity. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Get Creative Oct 17, 2009
Up towards Tennessee. I love riding thru the mountain during the fall and seeing the tree changing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Golf Plays At Lady Tar Heel Oct 9, 2009
THE 2009 LADY TAR HEEL INVITATIONAL FIELD No. 16 Florida State is joined by No. 2 Auburn, No. 4 Michigan State, No. 11 Denver, No. 12 Alabama, No. 14 Duke, No. 17 Virginia, No. 20 South Carolina, No. 22 Tennessee, No. 23 Vanderbilt, No. 24 Wake Forest, No. 25, Texas A 26 Louisville, No. 27 North Carolina, East Carolina, Kent State, NC State, and UNC Wilmington in the three-day, 54-hole event which will be played at the par 72, 6,285 yard Finely Golf Course at the University of North Carolina.... (Seminoles.com)
Sept. 18: Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
In print, Conde Nast Traveler mentions Glacier National Park in Montana, known for its Going-to-the-Sun Road; Great Smoky National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee, 75 years old this year and the most popular national park in the country, with 9 million visitors; Olympic National Park in Washington, with glacier-capped mountains and temperate rainforests; Yellowstone National Park, in Wyoming, known for wildlife like bison and elk as well as spectacular geothermal features like its famous... (Carroll County Times, MD)
Fall Focus: Geoff Parker Oct 7, 2009
Up there, I was playing with people from Kentucky, Tennessee, New Jersey, Chicago, guys from all over the country pretty much. That's really the only difference. (Seminoles.com)
Men's Golf Wins Gary Koch... Oct 5, 2009
E. Tennessee St. 871 5. North Florida 854 13. (Seminoles.com)
Golf Plays At Gary Koch... Oct 2, 2009
THE GARY KOCH INVITATIONAL FIELD No. 6 Florida State is joined by No. 9 North Carolina, No. 10 Florida, No. 16 North Florida, No. 22 Augusta State, No. 27 Auburn, No. 28 Virginia, UAB, East Tennessee State, Georgia Southern, Kentucky, LSU, Ole Miss, USF and Texas Tech in the Gary Koch Invitational hosted jointly by the University of Kentucky and Auburn University. The event will be played on the 7,389 yard, Par 72 course at the Old Memorial Golf Club. (Seminoles.com)
FSU Closes Out Furman Fall Classic ... Sep 30, 2009
Sucupira dominated Northwestern's Elena Chernyakova in flight seven with a 6-2, 6-2 victory while McCreless toppled over Kata Szekely of Tennessee 6-3, 6-1. "I'm very pleased our two seniors, Lauren and Jessica, were each able to win their flight championship matches this weekend, along with Jessica becoming the all-time leader in doubles wins in FSU women's tennis history," Coach Hyde added. (Seminoles.com)
Seminole Golf In 1st Place Sep 26, 2009
Middle Tennessee St. 312 T2. Coastal Carolina 301 T10. (Seminoles.com)
Noles Closeout Day One Sep 26, 2009
The Seminole now has the chance to win third place in her match against Rosalia Alda of Tennessee Sunday morning ... Junior started the day slow with a loss against Tennessee s Maria Sorbello 2-6, 6-2, 6-2, but was able to regain strength in her next match. (Seminoles.com)
'Canes, Irish Coming To FSU Sep 17, 2009
The Seminoles took a trip south last weekend as they needed just 10 sets to defeat Middle Tennessee State, Florida International and Albany NY. FSU was paced in South Florida by a dominate performance by and her career-high 15 kills in the Albany NY match while seniors and were named to the FIU/Miami Invitational All-Tournament Team. Friday, the 'Noles will be tested by a Hurricanes squad that is 7-2 on the season and Sunday they play against a 5-3 Fighting Irish team that is led by reigning Big... (Seminoles.com)
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)
Noles Open Season At No. 1 Sep 15, 2009
On the women's front, in-state rival Florida follows the Seminoles at No. 2 with Tennessee and Auburn rounding off the top 5, respectively. The only other Atlantic Coast Conference school to be regionally ranked in the South region is Georgia Tech at No. 15. (Seminoles.com)
Women's Golf Finishes Second Sep 15, 2009
Florida State University Official Athletic Site. Join the Florida State Athletics Department to unite the Seminole fan base across all sports. (Seminoles.com)
Women's Golf In 2nd Place... Sep 14, 2009
Tennessee 583 15 Ole Miss 605 Wisconsin 583 16. Miami 613 8. (Seminoles.com)
Seminole Women's Golf Opens... Sep 13, 2009
THE 2009 COUGAR CLASSIC FIELD Florida State is joined by Charleston Southern, the College of Charleston, Furman, Georgia, Maryland, Miami, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, North Carolina, NC State, Richmond, South Florida, Tennessee, Texas, UNC Greensboro, Vanderbilt and Wisconsin in the 2009 Cougar Fall Classic. The event will be played on the Par 72, 6,211-yard Yeamans Hall Golf Club Course. (Seminoles.com)
No. 22 'Noles Beat FIU Sep 13, 2009
Seminole volleyball team takes down Florida International in four sets after sweeping Middle Tennessee State earlier in the day ... Earlier in the day, the Seminoles (7-1) swept Middle Tennessee State. (Seminoles.com)
No. 22 FSU Headed South Sep 11, 2009
Seminoles will play Middle Tennessee State and Florida International on Saturday and finish up with a match against Albany NY on Sunday ... Featuring Florida International, Miami, Albany NY and Middle Tennessee State, No. 22 FSU will take on each team expect Miami over the course of Saturday and Sunday as the Hurricanes come to Tallahassee for an Atlantic Coast Conference showdown on Sept. 18. (Seminoles.com)
Dragon*Con brings out enthusiasts' inner geek Sep 7, 2009
The Johnson City, Tennessee, couple chose to forego the hotels and stay with a friend just outside and ride MARTA, the public rail system, in to the convention. MARTA's central Five Points station was peopled Saturday morning with anime heroines, a wizardess with green lipstick and an incongruous ladybug who appeared to be about 8 years old -- all mingling with football fans, a few of whom were in pretty outlandish getups themselves. (CNN -- Tech)
Sensitive fooball predictions Sep 4, 2009
Western Kentucky at Tennessee: Phil Fulmer is gone. Now I know how Johnny Carson felt when Richard Nixon resigned and he lost half his monologue. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Go to Southeastern festivals Sep 1, 2009
Shelbyville The 71st annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration, through Sept. 5, is an equine event that includes a trade fair, barbecue, a dog show, equine clinics, barn decorating and more ... Knoxville The Tennessee Valley Fair, Sept. 11-20, features rides, agricultural exhibits, contests, food, shows and concerts, including performances by Rick Springfield and the Sugar Hill Gang. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
America's best flea markets Aug 26, 2009
There isn't one stretch of road that's consistently the best, so let regional attractions narrow your focus: In Tennessee alone, you can stay the night in a tepee or a log cabin and make a pit stop to pick wild blueberries at Pickett State Park. Best shot at a bargain: At a sale this vast, it's simply all about persistence. (CNN)
Offtrack betting in S.F.? Not so fast Aug 15, 2009
Ban lifted: A story out of Tennessee caught our eye. The Nashville and Knoxville public school districts have decided to quit blocking lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender Web sites at school computers, reaching a settlement in a lawsuit filed in May. (San Francisco Chronicle)
One-tank trip: Chickamauga Aug 15, 2009
The Civil War is not forgotten in Chickamauga, the tiny town on Georgia s border with Tennessee. The three vicious days of fighting that raged in the area from Sept. 18-20, 1863, still echo through this community and the surrounding Chickamauga Battlefield. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from ... Jul 15, 2009
Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from Tennessee. Collecting Blue Ridge Pottery from Tennessee ... Formed in Erwin, Tennessee around 1917, Southern Potteries, Inc. manufactured a line of dinnerware using local materials bearing the Blue Ridge name. (Suite101.com)
Paid to drink Jack Daniel's Jun 27, 2009
But for the master distiller at the 143-year-old Jack Daniel's Tennessee distillery, it's all about the taste ... "You know we never get in a hurry around here," Arnett told an employee as he walked around the hilly, 1,700-acre distillery tucked away in rural Tennessee 65 miles south of Nashville. (MSNBC -- Business)
Air Force Announces Men's Soccer Class of 2013 Jun 26, 2009
also played for the Tennessee Futbol Club and the Murfreesboro Strikers. ODP: Member of the Tennessee State Olympic Development Program Team from 2004-08. (Airforcesports.com)
Federal, Junior Duck Stamps debut June 26 Jun 26, 2009
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will host the First Day of Sale for the 2009-2010 Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp on June 26 at the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World retail store in Nashville, Tennessee. Bass Pro Shops will also be sponsoring First Day of Sale events at eighteen other retail stores throughout the country that day. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Alright, the first few football times are announced Jun 5, 2009
Sept. 5 Middle Tennessee at Clemson ESPN 360 ... Sept. 19 Middle Tennessee at Maryland ESPN 360. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'1 in 4 Israelis would consider leaving country if Iran gets nukes'... May 23, 2009
1 in 4 Israelis would consider leaving country if Iran gets nukes' - Haaretz - Israel News. May 23, 2009 Iyyar 29, 5769. (The Drudge Report)
Antique Appraisal Fair set May 16 in Nashville May 15, 2009
The Buchanan Log House is one of several Tennessee statewide historic sites owned by the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities. It is maintained by the Donelson-Hermitage Chapter, APTA, whose mission is to promote and encourage active participation in the preservation of the Donelson-Hermitage area s rich historic, cultural, architectural and archeological heritage through restoration, education, advocacy and area wide cooperation. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Recaptured Inmates Charged With Murder Apr 20, 2009
The men are also accused of stealing a vehicle in Tennessee before returning to Florida. Investigators found Brown and Fletcher after setting up a dragnet after getting a tip the men were back in Putnam County. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Slain Palatka Grandmother Remembered Apr 20, 2009
Putnam County Sheriff's Office said the two stole several cars -- including Googe's -- and made it as Kentucky and Tennessee before returning to the area. While investigators have not said how Googe was killed, the family said her injuries were so horrific that an open casket was not an option for the visitation. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Putnam Escapees Captured, To Be Charged With Murder Apr 19, 2009
The caller said the two were in a car with Tennessee plates ... After finding a vehicle, which Hardy said the pair had stolen in Tennessee, investigators used helicopters and police dogs to search for the men ... As of Saturday, the only charge lodged against the two was an escape charge, although they are also accused of stealing a truck and car in Florida, a car in Kentucky and a car in Tennessee. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Friends — A key ingredient Apr 17, 2009
The title was Local Table A Guide to Food and Farming in Middle Tennessee and you must know by now, that particular wordage gave me pause enough to find a chair and take an immediate read ... Upon arriving in the Nashville area, she realized that many folks from either coast were relocating to Middle Tennessee, and that these particular newcomers were accustomed to a plethora of local food sources ... While chatting with her, one can feel the joy initiated with the generation of an indispensable... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Appraisal fair set for Saturday Mar 23, 2009
The Maury County Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities will host its annual Antique Appraisal Fair 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at the Athenaeum Rectory in Columbia. Almost everyone has something they have wondered what the age or value of the piece might be, said APTA board member Adam Southern. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Free and cheap in Nashville Mar 18, 2009
Tennessee travel stories ... Yet this central-Tennessee city, famous worldwide for its records and rhinestones, is a worthy destination for tourists pinching pennies recession or not ... For those who like history, the city also offers the civil rights room at the Nashville Public Library, a Grand Ole Opry museum, the Tennessee State Museum, the Tennessee Agricultural Museum and self-guided tours of the 150-year-old state Capitol all free. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Online auction of Elvis memorabilia Mar 17, 2009
Also on the block is Presley's white Knabe Grand Piano, which he played at his mansion, Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee from 1957 to 1969. It is expected to fetch at least $750,000. (India Times)
Goldline International, Inc. Becomes the Exclusive Gold and Precious Metals Company of The Fred Thompson Show Mar 9, 2009
Thompson served eight years as a Senator from Tennessee, and in 2008 sought the Republican nomination for President of the United States. Serving as Chairman of the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee, and as a member of the Finance Committee and Select Committee on Intelligence, Senator Thompson focused on lowering taxes, strengthening national security, and cutting wasteful government spending. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Quiet First Day of Free Agency for AFC South Mar 1, 2009
Tennessee couldnt retain the services of Pro Bowl defensive tackle , as Dan Snyder and his granted the mammoth tackle a seven-year, $100 million deal with a reported $41 million in guaranteed money ... My family loves Nashville and I hope it will work out, Kerry Collins said prior to signing his new deal with Tennessee. (JagsInsider.com)
Obituaries for Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 Feb 22, 2009
She spent most of her life in west Tennessee. Valedictorian from both high school and college, she graduated from the University of Memphis, becoming known informally as the best sixth grade teacher in the Memphis schools and later teaching Latin and French for 20 years. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Dimitroff, Falcons hit the NFL combine Feb 19, 2009
24 in the 40-yard dash and was selected in the first round by Tennessee. The Falcons believe their evaluation process allows for sub-standard or above-standard performances to be properly assessed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Parton shut out of 'Hannah Montana' Feb 19, 2009
Parton grew up in rural East Tennessee, the fourth of twelve children. While some stars run as far away from home as possible, Parton has made it a point to embrace the community she grew up in. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Georgia 7th most religious state, poll says Feb 19, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Wednesday, January 28, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Osborne girls make playoffs for second year in a row Feb 18, 2009
Williams came to Osborne in 2005 after leading Ridgeway High of Memphis to a Tennessee state final four. She also became athletics director at a school that had experienced the least success in sports of any Cobb County school the previous decade. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
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)
Tech's is down Feb 17, 2009
Tech attendance drops in 2008. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UGA attendance ranks No. 6 Feb 17, 2009
Georgia ranked sixth nationally in attendance last season. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Arizona homestead tradition Feb 13, 2009
Tumbled-travertine floors in the great room and dark wood floors salvaged from a Tennessee barn built in 1876 combine with the stone fireplace and beamed ceilings to create a backdrop that makes this new home look ageless. It is difficult to tell which pieces the Sossamans brought with them and which are new, so careful is the blending. (AZCentral -- Home)
November 16-30, 2008, Obituaries Feb 9, 2009
Survivors include his wife, Mary Duncan Doss of Kingston; sons, Robert David Doss of Tennessee and Robert William Doss of Bremen; daughter, Joan Huck of Seattle, Wash ... Entombment: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park Rossville ... Burial: Tennessee-Georgia Memorial Park. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Chamber holds successful banquet Feb 8, 2009
They moved back home to the Jackson, Tennessee area soon after he was born ... He went to the University of Tennessee-Martin after he was married. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
Clarkesville State of Tennessee Old-Time Fiddlers' Championship, March 20-21, features events in bluegrass banjo, mandolin, old-time band, beginner fiddle, harmonica, dancing and more. 931-552-1113. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
29 places to go in 2009 Feb 7, 2009
Nestled between North Carolina and Tennessee, park visitors have access to 800 miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails; scenic campsites; historic cabin museums that serve to recount pioneer history; and popular auto-tour loops, like those along Cades Cove all of which are shrouded in the misty-blue haze that gave name to The Smokies. . (MSNBC -- Travel)
