Weekend Forecast - Week 12 Nov 21, 2009
Michigan State vs. Penn State ... Penn State may not be as tough as everyone thought they might be but they are still a very good team while Michigan State has not really put together any consistency winning a few and then losing a few ... Penn State 30 Michigan State 20. (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Meyer's Mailbag: How good is the Memphis class? Nov 21, 2009
Zeigler, the No. 26-ranked prospect in the Rivals150, is the son of Central Michigan coach Ernie Zeigler and is waiting until the spring to sign. Jerry Meyer is a national basketball recruiting analyst for Rivals. (Charlotte Sports -- Rivals.com)
BLITZ THE SPARTANS: Gameday Guide Nov 21, 2009
So, Rob, thanks for filling in as we breakdown this weeks matchup against Michigan State ... Michigan State has a ton of talent and the Lions have been sleep walking in the first half for most of this season ... Luckily, last week Penn States early funk happened against the lowly Hoosiers and the Nittany Lions were able to extend their win streak against Indiana, but if that type of performance happens again this week against Michigan State, the Land Grant Trophy will likely stay in East... (LionNews.com)
Rules Differ for Palin at Military Bases Nov 21, 2009
She spoke briefly to supporters in Michigan on Wednesday, saying it was great to be there and not mentioning Obama. At least one person in the crowd yelled: "Palin power. 2012, yes.". (CBS News -- Politics)
Researchers: Ohio State lake jump a wee bit of fun Nov 21, 2009
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Intrepid Ohio State University researchers have learned students don't just party in a campus lake during rituals before the annual Michigan game. They also potty there. (Albany Times Union)
Beers & Cutler to merge into Baker Tilly Virchow Krause Nov 21, 2009
The other nine locations are in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois and Michigan. Beers & Cutler s contraction came after several years of rapid expansion. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Bulldogs Travel To Saint Louis Nov 21, 2009
Pittman Brings Instant Offense: Alyssa Pittman, a transfer from Eastern Michigan, could be a key scorer for BU this season ... The Michigan native had seven points, 11 rebounds and four steals vs. IPFW.. (Butlersports.com)
Being Blatchford Nov 21, 2009
What was a kid from Michigan doing playing for a team in Texas so far from home. Playing hockey at home isn't exactly an option for players who want to continue their careers at the next level, as Blatchford explains. (Und.com)
Irish Set To Tipoff Against Liberty In Opening Round Contest Of Chicago Invitational Nov 21, 2009
9 (Michigan City, Ind ... The Irish last lost to a non-conference opponent at home when they suffered a 71-57 setback to Michigan on Dec. 3, 2005. (Und.com)
KU's Mangino worth watching Nov 21, 2009
No. 9 Ohio State at Michigan ... Could another loss to OSU - the Buckeyes have won five straight in this rivalry - inspire Michigan to dump Rich Rodriguez (3-12 in the Big Ten) and make a play for a coach who makes more sense, either Stanford's Jim Harbaugh 00004000 (a Michigan alum) or Cincinnati's Brian Kelly ... 309 Points allowed by Michigan this year under second-year coach Rich Rodriguez. (News & Observer -- Sports)
No. 5 Buckeyes deal No. 14 Lehigh first dual loss Nov 21, 2009
The Mountain Hawks will return to action on Sunday when they travel to Ann Arbor, Michigan to face the 24th-ranked Wolverines. The match will be televised in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas on WFMZ-TV. Audio of the match can be heard on WLVR-FM (91. (Patriotleague.com)
WBB Game 4 Notes: Bradley at Illinois Nov 21, 2009
The Illini have won two straight after a 77-59 win over Central Michigan on Wednesday night ... She torched Central Michigan for 31 points and 12 boards, her third double-double in three games, and for the season she's averaging 21 ... In all, Smith has scored in double-figures in 70 of the last 71 games, with only a six-point outing against Michigan on Feb. 24, 2008, getting in the way of a 71-game streak. (Fightingillini.com)
Scout Watch: Eastern Michigan at Northwestern Nov 21, 2009
View the FREE ScoutEasternMichigan ... Join other fans on the ScoutEasternMichigan ... Return to the ScoutEasternMichigan. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Next wave of innovations will be driven by sustainability Nov 21, 2009
In an exclusive interview, the Paul and Ruth McCracken professor of strategy at Stephen 00004000 M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, talks about sustainable development, the bottom of the pyramid, and his own intellectual journey over the years. Excerpts. (India Times)
USA's Yesterdays: The Fourier Society -- A Utopian group settles (briefly) in Illinois Nov 21, 2009
Moreover, in its heyday the Fourier Society numbered more than 40 enclaves in New York, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Iowa and Sangamon County, Illinois. Most of these lasted, on average, only two years. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Bowl destinies on the line for Penn St, Mich St. Nov 21, 2009
The Rose Bowl is out of reach for Penn State and Michigan State ... Michigan State (6-5, 4-3) also is bowl eligible and would guarantee a bid with a victory at Spartan Stadium ... Michigan would become the eighth if the Wolverines are able to upset Ohio State on Saturday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Mayor Daley Blames The Media... Nov 21, 2009
Mayor Daley had words of admiration for Oprah Winfrey on Thursday and suggested unfair criticism about her closure of Michigan Avenue may have expedited her departure from Chicago ... The mayor says it was the flap over the show's season opener on Michigan Avenue in September that may have helped set Oprah's travel plans in stone. (The Drudge Report)
UAA thrashed 8-2 by Mankato Nov 21, 2009
"Guys did a great job of getting the puck to the net.'' The Mavericks (4-6-1, 2-6-1 WCHA) leapfrogged out of the league basement and over UAA (4-9-0, 2-7-0) and Michigan Tech, which are now tied for last in the 10-team league. UAA has surrendered goals in bunches of late -- a season-high eight on Friday and 19 in their last three games. Still, Nick Haddad's second-period goal pulled UAA within striking distance at 4-2, and the Seawolves enjoyed a power play to open the third period. That man... (Anchorage Daily News)
Norwegian scientists raise concerns about mutated form of swine flu... Nov 21, 2009
"Influenza is a mutable virus, and changes are to be expected," said Arnold S. Monto of the University of Michigan in an e-mail. "This is typical early in the spread of a pandemic virus.". (The Drudge Report)
Wrestling To Take Part Three Duals on Sunday Nov 21, 2009
Wrestling To Take Part in First Duals of the Season on Sunday - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE ... - After competing in two opens to start the season, the Michigan State wrestling team will travel to Binghamton, N.Y., on Sunday (Nov. (Msuspartans.com)
Women's Tennis Nov 20, 2009
Florida Gulf Coast Fall Classic. Florida Gulf Coast Fall Classic. (Fausports.com)
Betsy Ruth Aardsma: 40 years later Nov 20, 2009
"I never considered her a saint," said Andrea Marchand, her University of Michigan roommate ... Betsy was the new girl at the University of Michigan in the late 1960s ... Andrea came to visit and the friends traveled out to Lake Michigan, where Betsy proudly accepted a campaign button from a supporter of Democratic presidential candidate Eugene McCarthy. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Spartans stand in way of possible BCS bid Nov 20, 2009
Most recently, the Lions blew a 17-point second-half lead and possible Outback Bowl bid in 2007, instead landing in the Alamo Bowl after a 35-31 loss to Michigan State ... "It's huge," said junior linebacker Navorro Bowman, who did not travel to Michigan State in 2007 because of his role in an on-campus fight ... " But the Spartans' defense is not in the same class as Iowa's or Ohio State's. Michigan State's secondary has given up an average of 260 passing yards in seven Big Ten games this... (Daily Collegian, PA)
Ladyjacks Prep for Clash with Rice Nov 20, 2009
SFA will face Michigan Friday, and turnaround 24 hours later to take on SIU-Edwardsville. Both games are slated to begin at 6 p.m. from the Pan American Center. (Sfajacks.com)
Boston College Game Guide Nov 20, 2009
Central Michigan quarterback Dan LeFevour was once considered a Heisman candidate. He went to Chestnut Hills and completed 20-of-34 passes for 152 yards and no touchdowns. (Tarheelblue.com)
Swimming and Diving Travels to TYR Invite Nov 20, 2009
Swimming and Diving Travels to Northwestern for TYR Invitational - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE ... - The Michigan State men's and women's swimming and diving teams will travel Northwestern University this weekend for the TYR Invitational ... Competing on the men's side, in addition to MSU and Northwestern, will be Michigan, UIC, Cleveland State and Division III power Kenyon. (Msuspartans.com)
MacLeod Named Regional Athlete of the Year Nov 20, 2009
Emily MacLeod Named Great Lakes Region Athlete of the Year - MICHIGAN STATE OFFICIAL ATHLETIC SITE ... - Junior (Loveland, Ohio) of the Michigan State cross country team has been named the 2009 Great Lakes Region Athlete of the Year as announced by the United States Track and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) on Thursday, Nov. 19. (Msuspartans.com)
Notre Dame - Connecticut Game Preview Nov 20, 2009
Another dominant defensive end: It started with Nevada, continued with Michigan, carried through with Washington and USC, picked back up with Pittsburgh, and now shows itself again with Connecticut. Notre Dame just can't seem to get away from the dominant defensive ends. (Und.com)
Irish Travel To Sixth-Ranked Michigan State To Face Red-Hot Spartans On Thursday night. Nov 20, 2009
Junior defenseman Teddy Ruth returned to the Notre Dame lineup versus Northern Michigan after missing the first 10 games due to injury ... The Games: #14/#14 Notre Dame (5-5-2/2-2-2-1) at #6/#6 Michigan State (9-2-1/6-1-1-0) ... Television: Thursday's game will be televised live by Comcast Television in Michigan with Fred Pletsch and Lyle Phair calling the action and Rob Otto serving as intermission host. (Und.com)
Santa Clara's Wilson prepares for NCAA Champion... Nov 20, 2009
"It's definitly going to help her knowing she ran in the top region and she was in the front with them. I just don't think she will get stage fright and be awed when she gets there by Michigan, Illinois, Villanova, etc. She has already run with the best.". Wilson said the thought of running in the NCAA final has sunk it. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Irish Battle Sixth-Ranked Michigan State To A 1-1 Tie Nov 20, 2009
Freshman right wing Kyle Palmieri scored Notre Dame's lone goal in regulation in Thursday night's 1-1 tie at Michigan State ... - Two of the nation's top teams - Notre Dame and Michigan State - got together on Thursday night at Munn Arena and battled to a 1-1 overtime time ... Notre Dame freshman goaltender stopped 23-of-24 shots on the night while Michigan State's Drew Palmisano stopped 25-of-26. (Und.com)
Hotel/convention center project advances Nov 20, 2009
exresident wrote on Nov 18, 2009 5:20 PM:" WOW!! I continue to be amazed at the comments I read here. First, hotels definitely contribute to the viability for any area. Not only do they create jobs, they "stall" people in the area for a day or two who in turn SPEND MONEY!!!! Second, Target, Best Buy, PetSmart and Dick's Sporting Goods are not franchises. They are corporations which are publically traded. It is the corporation that decides where they go and where they do not go. These stores do... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
#17 Illini Split Squad This Weekend Nov 20, 2009
Polz was 4-2 at Lindenwood prior to his near miss at Missouri and Walker went 4-2 at Lindenwood and 3-2 at the Eastern Michigan Open ... Morse won consecutive Michigan Division 2 state titles at 140 in 2008 and 152 in 2009, while finishing runner-up at 125 in 2007. (Fightingillini.com)
Both haves and have-nots as state dinner invitations sent Nov 20, 2009
Palin began her promotional tour this week for a new best-selling memoir, Going Rogue, with plans to travel through several states that were key to the 2008 election, hitting Michigan on Wednesday and Indiana yesterday. She doesn t appear to be using her book-signing events to explicitly promote her politics, however. (Boston Globe)
'Oprah Winfrey Show' To End In 2011 Nov 20, 2009
Winfrey's 24th season opened earlier this year with a bang, as she drew more than 20,000 fans to the city's Magnificent Mile on Michigan Avenue for a Chicago block party with the Black Eyed Peas. She followed up with a series of blockbuster interviews - Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield, exclusives with singer Whitney Houston and ESPN's Erin Andrews, and just this week, former Alaska governor, GOP vice presidential candidate and best-selling author Sarah Palin. (KCRA 3, CA)
Students prepare to perform 'Alice in Wonderland' (4) Nov 20, 2009
Serving Macomb County, Michigan Friday, November 20, 2009. . (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Mat Mocs win two, fall at Central Michigan Nov 19, 2009
Issue date: 11/19/09 Section. The UTC wrestling team earned its first two wins under first-year head coach Heath Eslinger Saturday. (The University Echo, TN)
NCAA Championships Await Sun Devil Cross Country Nov 19, 2009
IN THE MEET - MEN Here is the list of teams that will compete this weekend in the men's 10,000m championship race: automatic qualifiers Alabama, Arkansas, BYU, Colorado, Florida State, Georgetown, Iona, Michigan State, NC State, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Portland, Stanford, Syracuse, Texas, Villanova, William & Mary and Wisconsin and at-large selections Arizona State, Auburn, Duke, Iowa State, Louisville, Minnesota, New Mexico, Northern Arizona, Ohio State, Oregon, Providence, Virginia and... (Thesundevils.com)
#5/6 Irish Open Road Slate Thursday At #21 Michigan State Nov 19, 2009
Sophomore forward Kellie Watson scored a career-high 18 points, tying a Purcell Pavilion record with six three-pointers, in Notre Dame's 78-72 win over Michigan State last year ... 2009-10 ND Women's Basketball: Game 2 #5/6 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (1-0 / 0-0 BIG EAST) vs. #21/21 Michigan State Spartans (1-1 / 0-0 Big Ten) ... Michigan State is one of eight teams on this year's Irish schedule that are currently ranked in one or both major national polls (while another seven are receiving... (Und.com)
Chinese diners eat live fish on YOUTUBE... Nov 19, 2009
" In what freaking way is this in any way, shape, or form compassionate? (And please don't be obtuse by saying a fish is not a beast.) Just because PETA is often nutty doesn't mean there's no such a thing as cruelty to animals. This is incredibly cruel, and if you can't see that, there's something wrong with the way you're looking at things. This sort of thing desensitizes the conscience. Chris on November 18, 2009 at 06:31 PM I am by no means a PETA member, nor do I refrain from eating meat... (The Drudge Report)
Women's Basketball Adds La Kea Jones to Coaching Staff Nov 19, 2009
Virginia Commonwealth finished the 2007-08 season with a 26-8 mark, made an appearance in the school s first-ever CAA Championship Game and advanced to the second round of the Women s National Invitational Tournament, falling to Michigan 75-67. Jones graduated with a bachelor s degree in criminal Justice from Virginia Commonwealth in 2008. (Gosoutheast.com)
W. Michigan Defeats Virginia Commonwealth 83-67 Nov 19, 2009
(AP) -- Martelle McLemore had a game-high 22 points and David Kool had 17 as Western Michigan rallied to beat Virginia Commonwealth 83-67 Wednesday night ... Donald Lawson had 13 points and 11 rebounds for Western Michigan (1-1) ... Western Michigan outshot the Virginia Commonwealth 46. (W-USA News, DC)
'New Moon' causes strange changes for Taylor Lautner Nov 19, 2009
"My parents said to me, 'Look, if you want to continue doing this, we can't do it from Michigan -- we have to live in L.A.,' " Lautner said by phone last week. "I think it was when I was, like, 10 years old. It was a really difficult decision for me and obviously an extremely difficult and risky decision for my parents but, luckily, I have a very supportive family behind me. Thank goodness it worked.". (FOX59, IN)
Men's Swimmers Lead Mid-Major Poll, Women Seventh Nov 19, 2009
The inaugural women's poll of the season has the Navy women's team in a tie for sixth place with Eastern Michigan. Both the Mids and the Eagles tallied 224. (Patriotleague.com)
Bonnies ready for Little 3 rival Niagara Nov 19, 2009
St. Bonaventure also upset ranked-Michigan State at the Reilly Center to earn its first votes in the Associate Press (AP) Top 25 Poll ... First, the Brown and White beat nationally ranked Michigan State 63-52, on Bob Lanier Court. (Gobonnies.com)
Fred Starner; folk singer celebrated hobo culture Nov 19, 2009
He earned his bachelor s degree in economics from Oberlin, a master s from the University of Michigan, and a doctorate from Ohio State University. Political activism cost him his first teaching job, at Drew University, Dr. Starner later said. (Boston Globe)
Hawkeyes Hit the Road Nov 19, 2009
Other Big Ten schools ranked in the top 25 include Illinois (5), Minnesota (12) and Michigan (14). SECOND GENERATION father Jay and father Bruce played football together at Iowa from 1977-1980. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Notre Dame Hosts Long Beach State In First-Ever Meeting Between Two Schools Nov 19, 2009
The Irish last lost to a non-conference opponent at home when they suffered a 71-57 setback to Michigan on Dec. 3, 2005. The Captains. (Und.com)
Novelist Colum McCann wins book award Nov 19, 2009
Finalists included Bonnie Jo Campbell's short fiction about hard times in Michigan, "American Salvage," and Daniyal Mueenuddin's tales of the class divide in Pakistan, "In Other Rooms, Other Wonders." ... "A lot of the trouble in my book comes from folks not having enough money to get by. In Michigan a lot of folks are losing their jobs, or losing their benefits when their jobs go to part-time, and that causes stress and trouble.". (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hawkeyes Host Kansas For Bucknight Nov 19, 2009
Ohio State was tabbed as the favorite to win the Big Ten, with Michigan State coming in second ... (Pontiac, MI) ranked in the Top 10 in the state of Michigan's 2009 recruiting class. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Bonnies ready for Big 4 rival Canisius Nov 18, 2009
St. Bonaventure also upsetranked Michigan State at the Reilly Center to earn its first votes in the Associate Press (AP) Top 25 Poll. Department of Athletics P.O. Box G Reilly Center St. Bonaventure, NY 14778. (Gobonnies.com)
Last Time Out... Nov 18, 2009
Michigan will be looking for revenge this weekend when the Buckeyes travel to the Big House ... At the 4:30 mark, Ohio State had only 8 yards and Michigan had minus-18 ... OSU junior tailback Chris Beanie Wells eventually broke the stalemate when he burst through the heart of the Michigan offense for a 59-yard touchdown. (Bucknuts.com)
Penn State's Paterno dismisses bowl talk, for now Nov 18, 2009
He brushed off any talk about his team landing a possible BCS berth -- likely the Orange Bowl -- should the Nittany Lions (9-2, 5-2 Big Ten) close out the season with a win Saturday at Michigan State (6-5, 4-3) ... "The only thing I know is we're playing Michigan State this week. Don't make a darn bit of difference. You guys speculate all you want. "If we don't beat Michigan State ... " Penn State's special teams units experienced yet another horrendous outing Saturday against Indiana, muffing... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
College Power Rankings Nov 18, 2009
Ohio State-Michigan always matters, even if Michigan isn't very good ... While everyone at Michigan hunts for missing countable hours forms, the Buckeyes can play loose, comfortable in the knowledge that they've already won the Big Ten title ... Last game: Beat Iowa, 27-24 (OT)Next game: Saturday at Michigan. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Stronger Graduated Driver's Licensing Program Would Save Lives, Prevent Injuries Nov 18, 2009
A team of researchers from the Medical College of Wisconsin's Injury Research Center in Milwaukee and the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin studied GDL policies and five years of vehicle crash data from six states -- Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin -- and found that more than 300 deaths could have been prevented if each of these states had included evidence-based modifications to their GDL programs. In addition, nearly 21,400 injuries could have been avoided if they had... (Science Daily)
Swimming and Diving Teams Break Top 20 Rankings in CSCAA National Poll Nov 18, 2009
The Cardinal men are No. 17, ranking ahead of regional rivals Indiana and Kentucky. For the first time in school history, the University of Louisville women's swimming and diving team is ranked in the Top 20 in the College Swim Coaches Association of America Poll. (Uoflsports.com)
Ann Arbor Day 2: Study Day Nov 18, 2009
the team got in some good study time as well as a guided tour of the University of Michigan athletic facilities. After a late breakfast and a failed attempt to use the Michigan academic center due to an inability to connect online, the team held up in a conference room at the Holiday Inn Express next to our hotel for a few hours of focused study time ... Early in the afternoon, a large group took a tour of the Michigan athletic facilities. (Pac-10.org)
Charlie Weis Press Conference Transcript - Connecticut Game Preview (Nov. 17) Nov 18, 2009
Next thing you know you put him on the punt team, first time you put him out there, you know, he's going against Michigan in the Big House. And we got our doors blown off that day, but the one guy making plays was. (Und.com)
HVCC: Bad or Badly Implemented? Nov 18, 2009
REALTOR Magazine-Daily News-HVCC: Bad or Badly Implemented. REALTOR Magazine Online: The real estate professional's business support tool. (Realtor Magazine Online)
Indoor football franchise introduced to Mat-Su Valley Nov 17, 2009
In addition to the three teams from Alaska, the league also includes squads from Texas, Montana, Illinois, Colorado, Wisconsin, Virginia, Nebraska, New York, Iowa, Michigan, Kansas and Maryland. The Arctic Predators have also launched their team Web site, , and season tickets are now available for sale. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Carolina Ranks 15th In Attendance For Second Straight Week Nov 17, 2009
Three '09 Carolina opponents rank in the top 25 - Wichita State (8th), Michigan State (16th) and Colorado State (19th). The Heels played at Wichita State and Michigan State, while hosting the Rams in the 2009 Carolina volleyball classic. (Tarheelblue.com)
Triad football learns lessons from St. PaulWhat not to do: Underestimating foe resulted in 70-28 Triad loss Nov 17, 2009
This week's "What's your question" column covers the crosswalk at Main and Michigan, turning on to East Main and nuisance dogs. . (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
BCS hope still alive Nov 17, 2009
Of course, Penn State's BCS hopes go out the window with a loss at Michigan State on Saturday. After Saturday's Senior Day win against Indiana, senior defensive tackle Jared Odrick said the emotions of playing his last game in Beaver Stadium didn't hit him because there's more to play for this season, something quarterback Daryll Clark is excited is on the table. (Daily Collegian, PA)
HAWK TALK - 11/16/09 Nov 17, 2009
On Friday, they take on Missouri State at 9:05 p.m. Saturday is a matchup against The Citadel at 6:30 p.m. and they round out the tournament with a game against Eastern Michigan on Sunday at 6:30 p.m.. The women's basketball team continues their travels as they play at Manhattan in the Bronx, N.Y. at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. (Umeshawks.com)
No. 1 issue is jobs Nov 17, 2009
Biden was met by a Republican ad, "Get Back to Work." "We've lost 178,000 jobs (in Michigan) since Congress passed the massive spending bill that President Obama promised would help with jobs," the ad says. "While he's here, will the vice president be working on ways to reduce an unemployment rate of 15.3 percent, the highest of any state in the country?" The question answered itself; there were fundraisers to attend. (Montana Standard, MT)
