Cardinal Alums Continue Quest for PGA Tour Cards in 2010 Nov 21, 2009
His 6-under par total of 138 has him tied for 12th place halfway through the Second Stage at Callaway Gardens located just south of Atlanta, Ga. Sturgeon posted an even par 72 in the second round and stands tied for 61st place at 146 (+2). (Uoflsports.com)
Women's Tennis Signs Fellerhoff and Shine Nov 21, 2009
She also won the 2007 Southern Section, Olympic Stadium Complex, Atlanta, Southern Level 3 - 16 Division doubles and was a 2007 Georgia State Qualifying - 16 Division doubles finalist. "Shine won her second consecutive Georgia Independent School Association Class AAA singles title on last spring in Tifton, Ga.," said Beckham. (Uoflsports.com)
US Survey Shows Southern Counties Most Obese Nov 20, 2009
ATLANTA -- The first county-by-county survey of obesity reflects past studies that show the rate of obesity is highest in the Southeast and Appalachia ... "In the end, it comes down to those that have to direct resources at the local level," said Dr. Miriam Vos, assistant professor of pediatrics at Atlanta's Emory School of Medicine. (KCRA 3, CA)
Williams Leads Dolphins Over Panthers 24-17 Nov 20, 2009
The Panthers mixed in some of the no-huddle offense on the drive after its effective debut Sunday against Atlanta. But they used it sparingly after that, and the offense got bogged down without Pro Bowl left tackle Jordan Gross. (KCRA 3, CA)
Flight computers now working Nov 20, 2009
ATLANTA For the second time in a little more than a year, a glitch at one of the two centers that handle flight plans for the nation's air travel system set off delays and cancellations for passengers around the country ... (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin) Delta customer service agent Rhonda Bennett helps passengers at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009 ... (AP Photo/Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Spink). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Show Transcript: November 20 Nov 20, 2009
A system in Atlanta, Georgia and Salt Lake City, Utah went down for five hours yesterday morning. It was unable to automatically set up flight plans for planes, so air traffic controllers had to do it themselves, which takes longer. (CNN -- US)
FAA glitch having minimal effect on PIT Nov 20, 2009
A major computer glitch in computers in Atlanta and Salt Lake City Thursday morning forced cancellations and caused delays at airports across the country, but was having minimal impact on , a spokeswoman said Thursday morning ... Jenny recommended travelers check with their airlines for up-to-date flight information, since delays at large airports like Atlanta could have ripple effects throughout the FAA system ... AirTran Airways, a subsidiary of AirTran Holdings Inc. (NYSE: AAI) that hubs at... (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
'Big-time' goals in Houston all wrapped around Schaub's arm Nov 20, 2009
" Heart of the team Schaub's teammates were sold on his work ethic and drive long ago. The day he was traded from Atlanta, Schaub asked for the team's phone list. He called each teammate to tell them how much he was looking forward to the season. He and his wife, Laurie, often host the players at their home. Schaub also takes different teammates out for dinner at various times of the year and tries to coordinate Halloween and Christmas get-togethers. On the flight home from road games, Schaub... (USA Today -- Sports)
Relax in South Carolina's Grand Strand Nov 20, 2009
Murrells Inlet is about 370 miles from Atlanta ... Find Atlanta homes for sale ... Find new and used cars in Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
A composer who believes in being four-armed Nov 20, 2009
He composed for the Sydney segment of the 1996 Olympics' closing ceremony in Atlanta. His drive to create challenges is reflected in the demanding nature of his piano sonatas. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Glitch snarls air traffic in latest woes for FAA Nov 20, 2009
John Spink / Atlanta Journal-Constitution via APDelta customer service agent Rhonda Bennett helps passengers at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Thursday ... ATLANTA - For the second time in a little more than a year, a glitch at one of the two centers that handle flight plans for the nation's air travel system set off delays and cancellations for passengers around the country ... Hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed from Atlanta to Houston to Phoenix after the... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Baskas: Keep your bags safe Nov 20, 2009
AirTran agents at Atlantas Hartfield-Jackson International are assigned to baggage claim conduct random checks on more than half of the flights to make sure passenger claim checks match the bags theyre taking off the carousel, spokesperson Christopher White said ... We work with the Atlanta police on this and it has led to some arrests, White said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Full Story Nov 20, 2009
ATLANTA (AP) -- Air travelers nationwide scrambled to revise their plans Thursday after an FAA computer glitch caused widespread cancellations and delays for the second time in 15 months ... Two large computer centers in Salt Lake City and near Atlanta were affected, as well as 21 regional radar centers around the country ... Delays were particularly bad at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world's busiest. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Boston College Game Guide Nov 20, 2009
"I had a situation like that when I was at Miami by the name of Andre King that played for four years with the Atlanta Braves and then came back. Having had someone like that in your program, it's kind of unique because they're become a really good mentor. They become so experienced and so mature that their maturity helps transitions like they've gone through and changing coordinators, having somebody like that.". But Shinskie has been the key to the unexpected success of the Eagles this season. (Tarheelblue.com)
Conference Stock Report Nov 20, 2009
They will have to beat Georgia Tech or they end up in Atlanta for the Peach Bowl. Virginia Tech (7-3, 4-2): The Hokies are playing for pride at this point. (EagleInsider.com)
San Diego St. athletic dir. out after investigation Nov 20, 2009
But his travel records showed he requested university reimbursement for the rental car and gas he used to drive 330 miles from Atlanta to Point Clear to see her in January, the newspaper reported. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Airline chaos hits USA Nov 20, 2009
The Atlanta-based National Airspace Data Interchange Network, which processes flight planning, was also affected as it relies on data from the FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure in Salt Lake City ... Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta, one of the world's busiest serving over 90 million passengers each year, was one of the worst affected hubs ... By early Thursday, AirTran Airways, which operates out of Atlanta, had been forced to cancel 38 flights around the country,... (iAfrica.com)
Bruins’ Savard at skate but still will have to wait Nov 20, 2009
ATLANTA - For the Bruins, yesterday s morning skate at Philips Arena provided a much-needed sight: Marc Savard in line rushes, sneaking shots past his goalies, and winning faceoffs ... I d love to be playing here tonight, especially in Atlanta ... Long way back The plan for Milan Lucic was to travel with his teammates to Atlanta Wednesday afternoon, participate in yesterday s morning skate, then return to the lineup last night for the first time since Oct. 16, when he broke his right index... (Boston Globe)
Lincecum makes it two in a row Nov 20, 2009
Law voted for Lincecum, Atlanta s Javier Vazquez, and Wainwright in third. Those were the only votes for Haren and Vazquez. (Boston Globe)
Come visit our piece of heaven Nov 20, 2009
" Ted Maznicki wrote on Jun 30, 2008 11:11 PM:" When we retired to Georgia, our daughter had indicated she wanted a "north Georgia" place in the woods some day, eyeing the areas due north of Atlanta that she hiked through on occasion ... I hail from the Atlanta metro area while my friends live in Sylvania, Ga ... And even though the drought has affected the streams and the fishing the last few years, I start dreaming about next year's trip as I head towards Tallulah Gorge and onto Atlanta at the... (Clayton Tribune, GA)
Latest sports headlines » Nov 19, 2009
"I don't have a time frame on the injury," Turner told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Wednesday ... Greater Atlanta Christian coach Ken Robinson has resigned after two seasons ... The Greater Atlanta Christian boys are one of the top contenders for the Class AA basketball championship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Delta offers $1B to JAL Nov 19, 2009
Bastian said he hopes JAL can serve as the Atlanta-based carrier's "face of Asia." ... Find Atlanta homes for sale ... Find new and used cars in Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Home not sweet to some Nov 19, 2009
The Carolina Panthers won impressively Sunday, beating the division rival Atlanta Falcons 28-19 and pushing their 2009 record to 4-5 ... While some in Atlanta are concerned about Matt Ryan's recent flurry of interceptions, he's nowhere close to matching the passing woes in Carolina ... Carolina might need to pass better to have a chance to beat the 5-3 Atlanta Falcons on Sunday in Bank of America Stadium. (News & Observer -- Sports)
JC Shurburtt » Nov 19, 2009
"Then, I think you have to work over into the Atlanta area and then go down to South Florida. While I was there, that was part of my recruiting area. You have to go get over into Georgia.". Hunter coached current Carolina Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams when he was at the school under West from 2003-05 as the running backs coach. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Amelia Island Plantation files for bankruptcy Nov 19, 2009
Atlanta Business Chronicle. Amelia Island Plantation resort, a popular vacation spot for Atlantans, said it will continue to operate while it reorganizes under Chapter 11 bankruptcy, aided by an investment deal with residents of the island ... The bankruptcy proceedings follow a earlier this year with Atlanta-based , which would have injected much-needed funding for operations of the 1,350-acre resort. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Facebook in the workplace: Take care on both sides Nov 19, 2009
Further, Crazy Bitch Bingo is the trademarked name of a program/event that is periodically organized at bars and restaurants in the Atlanta area ... Any Atlanta school would more than likely be much more understanding of these circumstances than Barrow county ... Your source for information and conversation about education in Atlanta, Georgia and the nation. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Recession-Proof Job? Non-Profit CEO Nov 19, 2009
Most of the funds raised by the ACS go to pay overhead, salaries, fringe benefits, and travel expenses of its national executives in Atlanta ... Most of the funds raised by the ACS go to pay overhead, salaries, fringe benefits, and travel expenses of its national executives in Atlanta ... Most of the funds raised by the ACS go to pay overhead, salaries, fringe benefits, and travel expenses of its national executives in Atlanta. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Rare deals to Jamaica and Bermuda Nov 19, 2009
Also, return flights to Atlanta are not permitted on April 1-5, 8-12 at these rates ... Find Atlanta homes for sale ... Find new and used cars in Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Interstate Hotels sale brings $10.6M Nov 19, 2009
"With this sale, the mortgage financing we recently obtained on our newly renovated Westin Atlanta and operating cash flow, we have paid down $35 million of the $40 million required by March 2011 under terms of the new senior credit facility we secured in July," said Interstate Chief Financial Officer Bruce Riggins. Interstate (NYSE: IHR) has been under pressure from a difficult hospitality industry. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Gamecocks headed to bowl, but which one? Nov 19, 2009
Those games would be attractive to Gamecock fans because of their metropolitan locales in Atlanta and Nashville, and the matchup with an ACC opponent in each bowl ... USC has not played in the Atlanta bowl since 1969, when it was in its second year of existence and then known as the Peach Bowl ... We think enough of South Carolina's fans that, certainly, if they were to beat their archrival Clemson, South Carolina fans would get excited about coming to Atlanta for the Dec. 31 game, Stokan said. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Notre Dame Hosts Long Beach State In First-Ever Meeting Between Two Schools Nov 19, 2009
Harangody also was one of nine BIG EAST players named to the 50-person 2009-10 Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List that was announced by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. In August, Harangody was named to the John R. Wooden All-America Team Preseason Top 50 List. (Und.com)
Orchestra plays epic Rings score Nov 19, 2009
Other performances of the Rings music are due to take place in Antwerp, London, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle and Pittsburgh. "It's somewhat of a community educational event," Shore said. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
FANS SPEAK: 'The league's trying to control people' Nov 19, 2009
Contributing: Tom Pedulla in Atlanta; Gary Mihoces in New Orleans; Skip Wood in San Diego; Nate Davis in Landover, Md. and in Minneapolis. (USA Today -- Sports)
The Young Pro Nov 19, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Group: Cuba continues repression Nov 19, 2009
CNN's Willie Lora in Washington and Arthur Brice in Atlanta contributed to this report. Share this on. (CNN -- World)
'Magical' Great Dane From California Named World's Tallest Dog Nov 18, 2009
Taylor was living in Atlanta when she adopted Titan as a puppy from the Middle Tennessee Great Dane Rescue. When he could see out of one eye, she taught him sign language. (Fox News)
AirTran to put ads on seatback tray tables Nov 18, 2009
ATLANTA - It soon will be harder to avoid advertising if you fly on one major carrier ... AirTran is splitting the revenue from the advertising with OnBoard Media Group, based in Atlanta, which is installing the casing on the bottom of tray tables. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Young Pro Nov 18, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
First NFL coach to get canned is ... Nov 18, 2009
3:16 a.m. Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Bills fire Jauron and tag Fewell as interim coach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Chinese Terra Cotta Warriors stride into Washington museum Nov 18, 2009
The exhibition, "Terra Cotta Warriors: Guardians of China's First Emperor," will officially open to public on Thursday at the National Geographic Museum, which is the final venue of the exhibition's four-city U.S. tour, following Los Angeles, Atlanta and Houston. Open through March 31, 2010, the exhibition includes 15 terra cotta figures from the tomb of China's First Emperor, Qin Shihuang, who ruled from 221 B.C. to 210 B.C.. (Xinhuanet, China)
Falcons' video crew sees all Nov 18, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. FLOWERY BRANCH -- After almost every NFL game, the head coach will make a film reference. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Latest News from the Spelman College Museum of Fine Art Nov 18, 2009
Location: Spelman College Museum of Fine Art in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed.D. Academic Center 350 Spelman Lane Atlanta, GA 30314 EXHIBITION BUZZ Read Undercover reviews, listings, and buzz ... by Catherine Fox, Atlanta Journal - Constitution (September 18, 2009) SPECIAL FEATURE ... Spelman College Museum of Fine Art in the Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby, Ed. D. Academic Center 350 Spelman Lane Box 1526 Atlanta, GA 30314 404. (AbsoluteArts.com)
Delta offering free Thanksgiving Wi-Fi Nov 18, 2009
The Atlanta-based carrier partnered with to provide complimentary Gogo Inflight Internet service to customers traveling on all Wi-Fi equipped flights from Nov. 24-30 ... Atlanta Business Chronicle. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Baseball Inks Seven For 2011 Nov 18, 2009
(Foothill HS) RHP - 6'2", 180 (R/R) Pitched a No Hitter in the prestigious Perfect Game World Wood Bat Championships this fall in Jupiter, Fla. Selected 2010 Under Armour Preseason All-American Selected Starting Pitcher for Northern California Scout League All-Star Game Selected to Atlanta Braves Scout Team Rawlings Norcal World Series All-Tournament Team Selection Led Foothill High School in Wins and Appearances, 39 K in 41 IP. He also led team in Home Runs. Helped Team to NCS Playoff Berth... (Gobulldogs.com)
Schemmel submitted expenses for trip Nov 18, 2009
Instead of returning to San Diego early Jan. 17, as originally planned, he arranged to fly to Atlanta the evening of Jan. 16. After landing in Atlanta around 6:45 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16, he rented a car in Atlanta at 7:06 p.m. and drove 666 miles in it over the weekend, records show ... The round-trip mileage from Atlanta to Point Clear is about 660 miles. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
NFC East: Cowboys come crashing down after strong run Nov 18, 2009
The Redskins piled up the majority of their season-best 174 rushing yards in the second half and clearly weren't affected by the absence of injured running back Clinton Portis, held out after suffering a concussion in the previous week's loss at Atlanta ... Barring any setbacks, Ross is expected to make his 2009 debut when the Giants host Atlanta this Sunday, the start of a challenging four-game stretch that will go a long way towards determining Big Blue's postseason prospects ... NEXT UP: New... (ABC 7 News, DC)
IATA: Premium travel dips in September Nov 18, 2009
Atlanta Business Chronicle ... Atlanta is home to the world s busiest airport, , and is the main hub for (NYSE: DAL) and (NYSE: AAI) ... City Guide Spotlight - Atlanta. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
WHITE HOUSE NOTEBOOK: Obama tours Forbidden City Nov 18, 2009
1:51 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2009. The Associated Press. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Neale Martin Bearden, 90, amateur artist Nov 18, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... "She's painted things for people on commission who saw something she did and asked her to do it for them," said another daughter, Neale Bearden Kitchens of Atlanta ... Selma Beard of Atlanta has been an instructor of sort since the late 1980s. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Rand disciple spreads her word Nov 17, 2009
It brought him earlier this month to Atlanta ... 2009 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
AP TRAVEL AND LEISURE DIGEST for week of Nov. 16 Nov 17, 2009
ATLANTA Another fee is coming in the new year for airline and hotel customers this time from your credit card company ... Find Atlanta homes for sale ... Find new and used cars in Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Nothing But Net Nov 17, 2009
Matt Winkeljohn left the Atlanta Journal-Constitution after spending 21 years there. He can be reached at mattwinkeljohn@yahoo. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Injured Paul's status is expected today Nov 17, 2009
Paul, who had to be helped off the floor after suffering the injury in Friday's loss to the visiting Portland Trail Blazers, did not travel with the team to Atlanta for Saturday night's game and underwent medical tests and evaluations in New Orleans. "You are obviously concerned when any of your players get hurt," Bower said. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Georgia Tech-Clemson rematch could be a classic Nov 17, 2009
I ve read that he enjoys the quality of life in Atlanta ... They don t even travel to their own stadium in the middle of Atlanta ... But Ralph don t worry the stands will be full next week in Atlanta at the annual stomping of the dawgs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Falcons: Ryan may have some limitations Nov 17, 2009
Everyone loves Matt Ryan when he s winning, but at the first sign of struggle, all the transplant Atlantans want to jump off the bus ... The Falcons and some of you Atlanta Fans tucked your tail and did what PETA whanted you to do ... Matt Ryan has the classic Atlanta syndrome best expressed by the Jeff Francouer situation: some regional/ethnic types want a hero so badly that the local media in hopes of garnering favor deifies the person out of proportion to their talent. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Layaway makes big comeback Nov 17, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... More on accessatlanta ... Looking for more on accessAtlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Now its Gen Xers turn to complain Nov 17, 2009
Get inside Atlanta\'s business world and find out how it affects you ... 2009 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Trials of a sports prodigy Nov 17, 2009
Atlanta, Georgia (CNN) -- Darryl Dawkins, like many teen sports prodigies, wasn't afraid to join the professional ranks as a youngster ... "That form is great. There's some guys in the NBA who don't have form like that," said ex-Atlanta Hawk and NBA Hall of Famer Dominique Wilkins after he and the youngster met at Philips Arena's practice court for a friendly three-point shooting contest from the NBA arc ... "If you miss some shots, you've got to get your head right," Dakota said before a recent... (CNN)
NL Rookie of the Year Chris Coghlan, Jeff Francoeur Headline 2010 Louisville Baseball Leadoff Dinner Nov 17, 2009
Highlighted by his 2007 Gold Glove Award, Francoeur has four and half years of MLB experience since making his debut with the Atlanta Braves on July 7, 2009 ... A native of Atlanta, Francoeur was the Braves' first round selection in the 2002 MLB Draft and also played for Team USA in the first ever World Baseball Classic in 2006. (Uoflsports.com)
Changes to credit cards add up Nov 16, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... We are seeing many, many card issuers increase rates to the 27 to 30 percent range, said Dick Reed, a manager for the debt management team at Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater Atlanta ... Jesse Patterson Jr., a 72-year-old Atlantan, said he had always paid his two Bank of America credit cards on time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Orchestra plays epic Rings score Nov 16, 2009
Other performances of the Rings music are due to take place in Antwerp, London, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle and Pittsburgh. "It's somewhat of a community educational event," Shore said. (Yahoo News -- Lord of the Rings)
Irish Back On The Court For Second Time In 48 Hours Nov 16, 2009
Harangody also was one of nine BIG EAST players named to the 50-person 2009-10 Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List that was announced by the Atlanta Tipoff Club. In August, Harangody was named to the John R. Wooden All-America Team Preseason Top 50 List. (Und.com)
Report: Olympics ticket monopoly freezes out fans Nov 16, 2009
Those concerns may swing to wonderment once the Games begin, said A.D. Frazier, chief operating officer of the 1996 Atlanta Games. "All the bad stuff is coming out right now," he said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bengals' rising, Broncos' falling; more Snaps Nov 16, 2009
Atlanta running back Michael Turner had a monster day at Carolina cut short by a right ankle sprain. The Panthers saw offensive tackle Jordan Gross felled by a broken ankle. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jackets clinch Coastal division Nov 15, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ... She's the blogger you voted as number one in metro Atlanta ... Here are the top 5 places you nominated as your favorite area to cycle in metro Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
