Show Transcript: November 18 Nov 18, 2009
In this field where there is nothing but grassland, cactus and mesquite bushes, a year from now there will be a runway, 10,000 feet by 200 feet, with the spaceport hangar located just over there. Virgin Galactic is attention-getting, the headline grabbing stuff. (CNN -- US)
Aransas Project seeks proper management of Guadalupe River Basin Nov 18, 2009
The Aransas area includes a number of estuaries and bays like San Antonio, Mesquite, Carlos, St. Charles and Aransas, as well as the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The latter is the winter habitat of the federally endangered whooping crane. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Texas Tech Opens Season with Sam Houston State Saturday Nov 13, 2009
This year's class consists of 6-0 forward Kelsi Baker (Mesquite, Texas/John Horn), who is the 12th-ranked power forward and No. 71 overall player by ESPN HoopGurlz, 5-10 guard Antiesha Brown (Clovis, N.M./Clovis), 6-5 center Haley Schneider (Lubbock, Texas/Monterey) and 6-2 forward Ebony Walker (Albuquerque, N.M./Sandia), who is the 25th-ranked power forward by ESPN HoopGurlz. . (Texastech.com)
What small-town America thinks of Sarah Palin Nov 10, 2009
Charles Kempf, 65, a retired maintainence worker, and Judy Kempf, 61, a retired office manager, are both lifelong Democrats from Mesquite, Nev. They said Palin's "eloquent, intelligent and down-to-earth" way of speaking reminded them of Bill Clinton. (Salon)
Mesquite man runs wild Nov 1, 2009
When Mesquite native and the citys Director of Human Resources George Mones ran his first marathon in New Orleans, La. in 1983, that feeling of triumph was alive and well. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Mesquite man runs wild Oct 30, 2009
When Mesquite native and the citys Director of Human Resources George Mones ran his first marathon in New Orleans, La. in 1983, that feeling of triumph was alive and well. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Where to Dine in Singapore Orchar... Oct 26, 2009
Their impressive piece of long bone rib eye steak, the Tomahawk, is cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill and comes as big as 2kg, probably the biggest in Singapore. This modern grill restaurant also whips up some must-try, one-of-a-kind cocktails. (Suite101.com)
POWER SURGE (75) Oct 26, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2009 3:28 PM CDT After a breakthrough performance last week, the Terrell Tigers (6-2, 2-2) started where they left off on the offensive end during Friday's homecoming game against Mesquite Poteet (1-8, 0-5). The Tigers started and ended the game with big plays and thwarted a comeback attempt by the Pirates with a big fourth-quarter surge to send the hapless Pirates home with a 47-24 beating at Memorial Stadium. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Big list of events Oct 23, 2009
Mesquite Branch Library, 4525 Paradise Village Parkway North, Phoenix ... Los Mesquites Taqueria, 37645 N. Cave Creek Road. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Marathon man reaches all 50 states Oct 23, 2009
When Mesquite native and the citys director of human resources George Mones ran his first marathon in New Orleans in 1983, that feeling of triumph was born. Yet, it has blossomed into something much more. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Firefighters show their lighter side Oct 22, 2009
Pink is the color of choice for Mesquite firefighters this week ... The campaign was so successful in its first year in Mesquite that the firefighters sold all of the T-shirts that were available ... Dillon said that the Mesquite firefighters believe strongly in doing everything they can to promote breast cancer awareness throughout the city. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Lady Tigers earn third straight victory Oct 15, 2009
Mabank also beat West Mesquite, 3-1, in the other district contest. Mesquite Poteet had the bye. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
49 favorite Arizona getaways Oct 6, 2009
The hike is mostly flat, moving past mesquite trees, cottonwoods and the remains of the Grand Central Mill, one of seven mills along the San Pedro that supported 50 mines. Continue past the mill site to Fairbank's cemetery. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Cub defense shows its scoring ability -- Unit has three TDs, safety in first 4 contests Sep 30, 2009
Others receiving votes: Tyler John Tyler 24, SA Madison 24, DeSoto 12, Copperas Cove 8, Mesquite Horn 5, SA Roosevelt 4, Lufkin 3, Euless Trinity 1. Class 4A. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Let the bidding begin Sep 26, 2009
For the past several years, the annual fundraiser has been held at the Mesquite Convention Center, but board members decided the desire to have the event back in the city was so strong that staff began the difficult task of finding a place large enough to accommodate the event which normally attracts a crowd of close to 800. Although auction volunteers seem delighted to have the event back on their home turf the decision also comes with a price lots of man hours. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Weekend Watch Sep 25, 2009
PLAYERS TO WATCH: Carroll QB David Piland missed last week with illness in 56-21 rout of Mesquite. The No. 2 QB Kyle Williamson helped the offense roll off 670 yards. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Lady Buffs Travel for Second Week of LSC Action Sep 25, 2009
OH, Mesquite, Texas) has recently switched positions for the Lady Buffs from a rightside hitter to an outside hitter. Against ACU and ASU, she tallied 11 total kills in 24 attempts for a hitting percentage of. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Best barbecue restaurants Aug 24, 2009
Germans who settled in the Hill Country of Texas smoked fat pork sausages over mesquite or oak of the region. Its A Snap. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Idaho's Woolridge makes most of second chanceVandals hold first fall scrimmage Aug 15, 2009
Young cornerback stands out: Tracy Carter, a slender 5-11 true freshman from Mesquite, Texas, only hopes to make the travel squad come early September. On Friday, he took a big step in that direction. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
THS teams fall against perennial powerhouses (1) Aug 11, 2009
The Lady Tigers (3-9-2, 2-3) met first-place Forney (15-3, 5-0) at home while the Tigers (11-8, 2-2) went on the road to face first-place Mesquite Poteet (13-1, 5-0) ... The Lady Tigers suffered a 23-0 loss to the Lady Rabbits while Poteet handed the Tigers a 14-0 defeat in Mesquite, according to the Dallas Morning News ... In Mesquite, Poteet s Austin Blunt put on a well-rounded performance with a double and a triple as well as the mound victory. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Eastfield to open Pleasant Grove campus Jul 29, 2009
in Mesquite officially will open a new campus in Pleasant Grove next week ... Residents of the town of Pleasant Grove, with a population of about 148,000, previously had to travel to Eastfield College in Mesquite or to Cedar Valley College in Lancaster, she said ... Eastfield College, one of the seven campuses in the Dallas County Community College District, is located at 3737 Motley Drive in Mesquite, just north of Interstate 30. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Mesquite: Boy Scouts escape Texas heat in Minnesota Jul 29, 2009
Twenty Mesquite Boy Scouts and eight leaders escaped the Texas heat by visiting Minnesota for 12 days from July 7 to 18 ... Over a year and a half in the planning, Boy Scouts in Mesquite teamed up to experience the Northern Tier High Adventure Program canoe trip in Ely, Minn. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Mesquite: Proposed budget maintains tax rate, gives 3 percent raise Jul 29, 2009
Mesquite residents are not likely to see a tax increase in the upcoming fiscal year ... The city will also leave open three vacant positions: a Mesquite Transportation for the Elderly and Disabled driver, an electrical inspector, and a human resources specialist ... City council members and department leaders met at the Mesquite Convention Center Thursday and Friday for a comprehensive budget workshop. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Around your town Jul 26, 2009
From Sierra Vista, travel south on Highway 92 to Carr Canyon Road (at the Mesquite Tree Restaurant), turn right (west) ... Nifty Natives will be presented by Petey Mesquitey, a grower with Mountain States Nursery, from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday in the public meeting room at the University of Arizona South, 1140 N. Colombo Drive. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
4 cool summer hikes Jul 21, 2009
"I love making things out of mesquite flour because it's delicious and it's full of potassium.". Details: 7:30-10 p.m. July 24. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Three Southwestern weekend getaways Jun 26, 2009
Its the de facto icon of southern Arizona, a parched and pri 00003484 ckly region of acacia, mesquite, and cacti, complete with the odd rattlesnake. Yet youll also find mountains, sometimes even snow; a vibrant culinary scene; and hiking trails that lead to sacred tribal lands and centuries-old Spanish missions. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Staying in Atlanta? Jun 26, 2009
The Mesquite Championship Rodeo (1818 Rodeo Drive) in this Dallas suburb is in its 52nd season as a major place to see watch the bulls and broncos buck. The rodeo runs every Friday and Saturday night through Aug. 29. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
New IMAX screens show summer films larger than life Jun 26, 2009
School is out, temperatures are up, and Mesquite has a new theater to cool off in and watch blockbuster movies larger than life this summer. An IMAX theater opened at AMC Mesquite 30 on March 6 with the movie Watchmen, and the highly anticipated sequel Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen opened the summer season Wednesday ... Area boy and girl scouts experienced 3D firsthand during a pre-screening of Space Station on Saturday in Mesquite. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Date With State (Part 1) Jun 6, 2009
Before Mesquite Poteet took the field, we caught the end of Angleton-Azle in a Class 3A Semifinal. Angleton won it in the ninth inning after a two-base Azle infield error, ouch. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Mesquite ISD's Remix program teaches students teamwork and encourages creativity May 14, 2009
Shaw was the first school in the Mesquite district to perform, Shaw Principal Kim Johnson said ... Funded by the Mesquite Education Foundation, the Remix has proven highly successful in motivating sixth grade students to work together as a team and succeed in every facet of life ... The Education Foundation funds innovative teaching projects for students who wouldn t normally have the opportunity to participate, said Linda Lentz, executive director of the Mesquite ISD Education Foundation. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Around Your Town: A community events listing May 13, 2009
From Sierra Vista, travel south on Highway 92 to Carr Canyon Road (at the Mesquite Tree Restaurant), turn right (west). Drive about 2 1/3 miles. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Acy Bound For Europe with AIA May 11, 2009
The Mesquite, Texas, native began his college career with a Big 12 Conference and Baylor record 20 consecutive field goals made. He was named to the Big 12 Commissioner s Honor Roll for the fall semester. (Baylorbears.com)
China syndrome: Do trips show results? May 10, 2009
YK America also has plans to develop an industrial park at the Keystone Planning Area, formerly known as Mesquite Lake, located between Imperial and Brawley. We need to look for economic development constantly, and the reason being is other areas are aggressively pursuing developers all the time, Leimgruber said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Turn the Typical Backyard Barbecue into a Hot Spot for Fun and Flavor May 6, 2009
Because the food absorbs flavor from the smoke below, you'll want to use a good-smelling hard wood such as hickory, white oak, mesquite, or fruit woods. The key is to create a low bed of coals so that you don't overcook the meat or cook it too fast. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Swine flu threat postpones UIL events Apr 30, 2009
This is my 26th year and I have never seen anything like this happen, Mesquite ISD athletic director Steve Bragg said. I heard when I was just leaving for a meeting with other athletic directors and when I got there, I finally had a chance to look at it. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
More swine flu suspected in Dallas County Apr 30, 2009
It provided more information about those three cases, however, saying that they involve one person in Richardson, one in Mesquite and one in Dallas. Probable cases in the Dallas area have risen to 11, the Dallas County Department of Health and Human Services said. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Border residents: Illegal crossings are rising (17) Apr 28, 2009
They could effectively shut down the main trails in the draws and mesquite thickets, forcing people to walk on higher ground where it is easier to be seen. Odle agreed the Border Patrol is not properly using its manpower. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Mesquite: Mayoral candidates differ on priorities Apr 28, 2009
A young political newcomer is challenging a seasoned incumbent in the Mesquite mayoral race ... Ritchie is a lifelong Mesquite resident, and he said he believes his inexperience could be a benefit by bringing new ideas to local government ... Ritchie said his top three priorities are stimulating the economy by attracting new businesses, creating more transparency in government, and establishing a new image for Mesquite. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Mesquite: Place 1 candidates focus on economic growth Apr 16, 2009
Two lifelong Mesquite residents with deep roots in the community are vying to become the next city council member for Place 1 ... Porter is a descendent of some of Mesquite s first settlers ... Exciting growth is occurring in Mesquite, and I feel my experience of 47 years with the Mesquite school district has provided me with the tools I need to serve as a member of the city council, Porter said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Garland alone on smoking law; Legislature could pass statewide ban Apr 4, 2009
With cities such as Mesquite and Rowlett among the latest to pass smoking bans, Garland remains one of the few places on the east side of the Metroplex that allows business owners to decide whether or not to allow customers to light up in their establishment ... The Mesquite City Council voted earlier this month to ban smoking in most public places, and the ordinance will go into effect June 14 ... Robert Miklos, who represents Mesquite and other parts of east Dallas County, said he has not... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Football Wraps Up Spring With Scrimmage Apr 3, 2009
" Griffin, last season's Big 12 Freshman of the Year, played roughly half of the scrimmage and added a one yard rushing touchdown to go along with his three aerial scores, while racking up 41 yards on the ground. In total, Griffin had a hand in four of the Bears' five touchdowns during the controlled scrimmage. The three passing touchdowns by Griffin were to three different receivers as junior running back took a screen pass 60 yards on just the third play run by the first team offense. Griffin... (Baylorbears.com)
Crews get handle on wildfire near Sunizona, fight 2 others Mar 28, 2009
Located 12 miles west of Pena Blanca Lake in Santa Cruz County, the fire continues to burn over grass and mesquite woodland, while more than 100 firefighters, five engines and one helicopter work to contain it using road and natural land features. Firefighters are prepared to defend a historic lookout tower in the area if it becomes necessary, the supervisor s office reports. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
best in the Bay Area Mar 28, 2009
Surrounded by a grove of pine and eucalyptus trees and with views of the bay and Coit Tower, the 11-treatment-room Healing Center and Spa boasts a heated basking pool outside, and inside a tea bar offering all kinds of exotic libations (the Mayan Frozen Cacao - raw chocolate with coconut milk, dates, mesquite pods and maca - is scrumptious) as well as a serene atrium lounge, fireplace and library. While there are more than enough feel-good treatments to make you feel good, from a foot and scalp... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Staggs resigns as Carlisle Regional Medical Center CEO Mar 27, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Joseph Cress Reporter. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Mesquite officials reimburse city for unauthorized travel expenses; investigation finds no wrongdoing Mar 19, 2009
Mesquite officials reimburse city for unauthorized travel expenses; investigation finds no wrongdoing ... City of Mesquite officials said they did not find "any evidence of wrongdoing" after conducting an investigation of travel expenses dating back to 2004 ... For more on this story, see Thursday's edition of the Mesquite News. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Mesquite: Program helps students travel career path early Mar 18, 2009
Students at Pirrung Elementary School got an early start on their job search this week through a program called Paws in Jobland, which is funded by the Mesquite ISD Education Foundation ... The Mesquite ISD Education Foundation funded the program for Pirrung after receiving a grant application from the school. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
No comments posted. Mar 14, 2009
The Lady Tigers will still play their season-finale Friday in Mesquite against Wests Lady Wranglers at 5:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.. The Tigers have moved their game to Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Memorial Stadium, in an effort to let the playing field dry as much as possible. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Mesquite officials could owe the city tens of thousands of dollars Mar 4, 2009
Mesquite officials who attended bond rating meetings in New York in 2004 and 2005 could be liable for tens of thousands of dollars in repayments to the city, a city spokesman said Monday ... Mesquite Communications Manager Greg Sowell said he is confident that Chinn will conduct a thorough and honest review ... Mesquite tax payer wrote on Mar 3, 2009 8:36 PM:" What happened to honesty and intergy. We all know right from wrong. If they broke the law, strip them of their position and send them to... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Fly me anywhere, I just need to work Mar 3, 2009
I work best out here in the desert sun, by a window overlooking a big saguaro cactus and a mesquite tree with a bird feeder that gets so much action that the whole scene looks like a Disney cartoon. Simon Sinek, who is also working on a deadline to finish a book, has a different method of getting his work done. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
On Your Mind Mar 1, 2009
I m calling in to ask people to patronize our hometown restaurants such as Daisy Mae s, Landmark, Mesquite Tree, Ricardo s, Mande Le, Caf; Ole, and there s a bunch of others that come to mind. You ll know which ones are which. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Seniors lead Terrell to third at Ben Gill Park Feb 21, 2009
The teams included Fort Worth Polytech, Dallas Hillcrest, Quitman, Paris, Sulphur Springs, Commerce, Farmersville, Royse City, Wills Point, Greenville, Whitesboro, West Mesquite, Mabank, Lone Oak and Terrell. The Tigers will travel to Ennis next Thursday for a tournament at Ennis High School. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument Feb 21, 2009
Acres of greasewood and dead mesquite dot the monument, created in 1892 to preserve an ancient four-story structure of wood and mud. The Hohokam village that once wrapped around the building lies under centuries of dust. (AZCentral -- Travel)
The big list of festivals Feb 20, 2009
Parade runs along Jordan Road from Jordan Historical Park south to Mesquite Avenue. Ends with a festive celebration at the end of the parade route. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mesquite: Residents dream big for downtown square Feb 14, 2009
Such is the dream of Mesquite resident Caryl Semmler for the city s downtown square, an area once overflowing with cultural splendor but now unknown by many residents. During Semmler s first 10 years in Mesquite, she did not recall ever visiting the downtown area because there was no reason to do so ... Now Semmler is partnering with Mesquite resident and Grammy winner Art Greenhaw, who teaches music in the historic downtown McWhorter Greenhaw building. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
TOURISM: Drop in visitors accelerates... Feb 12, 2009
Visitation to Mesquite was down 10 ... In Mesquite, rates fell 33 percent to $53. (The Drudge Report)
America's 100 Greatest Public Courses Feb 7, 2009
WOLF CREEK G.C. Mesquite, Nev. 866-252-4653. (ESPN -- Golf)
Restoring the White Dove of the Desert Feb 7, 2009
Mesquite was used to replace soft pine wood supports, door jambs and stair edges. If you go. (MSNBC -- Travel)
