Pac-10 blackout; LSU fans turning on Miles Nov 22, 2009
The ABC affiliate here showed me the entire Texas blowout of Kansas, right down to the Colt McCoy interview at the end ... If Florida's Tim Tebow and Alabama's Mark Ingram get stymied by the stellar defenses in the SEC title game, expect all eyes to turn to Arlington, Texas, where an unlikely Heisman Trophy candidate may play his way to New York ... I'm not talking about Texas quarterback Colt McCoy, who deserves to be invited anyway. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Support group behind Johnson’s NASCAR success Nov 22, 2009
He knows the team s success is rooted not just in its personnel and attention to detail, but its resiliency, which was recently tested when the team helped Johnson rebound from a 111-point loss at Texas with a dominant victory at Phoenix, which translated into a 108-point lead over Hendrick teammate Mark Martin. In 2006, when Knaus was ejected from the premises at Daytona International Speedway for rules violations following technical inspection for Daytona 500 qualifying, Hendrick tapped Grubb... (Boston Globe)
Saturday is a wash at LPGA Tour Championship Nov 22, 2009
Michelle Wie is gone, putting all the attention on Lorena Ochoa's player of the year fight with Jiyai Shin at the LPGA Tour Championship in Richmond, Texas. Lorena Ochoa birdied three of her last four holes on Thursday for a six-under 66 and the first-round lead of the season- ending LPGA Tour Championship. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Holiday theater lineups include sentimental favorites and edgy, adult-only shows Nov 22, 2009
Company One is doing the same, putting on Christmas Belles - a comedy about three sisters in a small Texas town - at Boston Playwrights Theatre. The Salem Theatre Company is offering both A Child s Christmas in Wales and Jeff Goode s The Eight: Reindeer Monologues, a show open only to audience members 18 and older. (Boston Globe)
Nothing ventured Nov 22, 2009
Austin, Texas; and Boston's Route 128 corridor takes time -- and, most importantly, success stories that give investors hope that their bets will pay off. Russ Howard, managing director of High Peaks Venture Partners in Troy, a local venture capital fund that invests both inside and outside the region, says timing -- and luck -- both play a part in growing a tech economy. (Albany Times Union)
Hawkeyes Shoot Well, Get Win Nov 22, 2009
" The Hawkeyes will travel to Kansas City, MO for a tough road test in the O'Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic against the University of Texas with an 8:45 p.m. tipoff. "We feel a lot more comfortable and we are ready to go," May said. "You don't want to go in there 0-3. You don't want to be thinking about the last few games. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Hawkeyes Travel to Kansas City For CBE Classic Nov 22, 2009
Iowa to face third-ranked Texas Monday night ... THE SETTING The Iowa Hawkeyes return to action Monday and Tuesday in the O'Reilly Auto Parts CBE Classic in Kansas City, MO. Iowa (1-2) will face No. 3 Texas (2-0) Monday at 8:45 p.m. The two-day tournament will be Iowa's first games away from Iowa City this season ... SCOUTING TEXAS Texas is ranked third nationally after starting the season with home victories over UC Irvine (89-42) and Western Carolina (73-41) in preliminary games of the... (Hawkeyesports.com)
U.S. Highways: Roads less traveled Nov 22, 2009
In Galveston [Texas], a few years ago, the owner saw me looking at his historic hotel, and he came out to talk, and I ended up that night inside his place in a complimentary room. But it was the conversation with him that was important. (CNN -- International)
Pards Look For Third Win of Young Season Nov 22, 2009
NJIT is in its first season as a full member of NCAA Division I. The Highlanders compete in the The Great West Conference made up of 10 institutions that range from Texas to California to Newark, N.J. where NJIT is located. The 10 schools are spread over seven different states and four time zones. (Goleopards.com)
New travel books offer hundreds of trip ideas Nov 22, 2009
Also new from Frommer's is 300 Unmissable Events & Festivals Around the World, from the State Fair of Texas, in Dallas, starting late September, to the rose festival held in 's Dades Valley mid to late May, when millions of rose petals are crushed to make rosewater and rose oil. Other phenomena and events include the flamingo migration March-June, in ; the summer solstice at ; Hemingway Days in. (USA Today -- Travel)
Sandcrab sendoff set for Saturday morning Nov 22, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 21, 2009 9:36 AM CST Sandcrab sendoff. Everyone is asked to come out and send the Calhoun Sandcrabs off to victory in their second playoff game against Mercedes. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Red Raiders Overcome Cardinals, 77-54 Nov 22, 2009
LUBBOCK, Texas - Texas Tech continued their winning streak as they took down the Lamar Cardinals 77-54 Saturday night at the United Spirit Arena ... The Red Raiders travel to Nacogdoches, Texas, Tuesday to take on Stephen F. Austin at 7 p.m.. (Texastech.com)
Eagles' Thanksgiving lunch returns Nov 22, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 21, 2009 11:08 PM CST Preparing a Thanksgiving feast for a large family is difficult. Now, try feeding 2,000 people, and the job becomes much more overwhelming. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Ladyjacks Rally Past Rice Nov 22, 2009
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Senior netted a game-high 24 points as the Stephen F. Austin Ladyjack rallied to knock off Rice, 92-82, Saturday night in the William R. Johnson Coliseum. The victory moves SFA to 2-0 on the year, marking the second consecutive season the Ladyjacks have won their first two games. (Sfajacks.com)
Naeher's goal lifts Messiah women's soccer to Elite Eight Nov 22, 2009
Johns Hopkins (19-3) defeated Middlebury in the other sectional matchup today and faces Messiah at 2:30 p.m. Sunday for the right to advance to the Final Four in San Antonio, Texas, Dec. 4-5. Your View - Comment on this Story. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Knights Respectful, Not Scared Nov 22, 2009
The Knights will face what is likely their toughest test in the George OLeary era as they travel to second-ranked Texas to play the Longhorns ... Texas head coach has his team ultra-focused, as they were one play away from playing for a national championship just a year ago ... Texas returns much of the same team. (DeaconSports.com)
One year later: Barnes still discovering freedom Nov 22, 2009
Officials are waiting for final DNA test results from a Texas lab in connection with several persons of interest. Loading commenting interface. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
TCU's Hughes Named Nagurski Trophy Finalist Nov 21, 2009
A senior from Sugar Land, Texas, Hughes was named to all five Midseason All-America teams (SI.com, CBSSports. com, Sporting News, CollegeFootballNews. (Themwc.com)
Click to read:After Sputtering, Atom Smasher Shows Life Nov 21, 2009
The Superconducting Super Collider being built in Texas would have been bigger than the LHC, but in 1993 the U.S. Congress canceled it after costs soared and questions were raised about its scientific value. "The next important milestone will be low-energy collisions, expected in about a week from now," said Gillies. (CBS News)
SFA at Northwestern State Live Blog Nov 21, 2009
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - Fans feel free to join us during our live chat from Natchitoches, La. Saturday afternoon as the Lumberjacks take on Northwestern State. (Sfajacks.com)
Sandcrab sendoff set for Saturday morning Nov 21, 2009
Published: Friday, November 20, 2009 11:07 PM CST Sandcrab sendoff. Everyone is asked to come out and send the Calhoun Sandcrabs off to victory in their second playoff game against Mercedes. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Fort Hood tragedy hits home in Adel, Ga. Nov 21, 2009
So when Martin was shot in Texas, Adel flinched ... National media organizations, such as ABC News, USA Today and National Public Radio interviewed Martin about what happened Nov. 5 at Fort Hood, the massive military base in Texas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Frogs Travel to Big 12 Country for Showdown with NU Nov 21, 2009
The 6-7 forward was ranked as one of the players coming out of the Houston area and was ranked as the 12th-best player in the State of Texas by TexasHoops. com following his senior campaign. (Gofrogs.com)
KU's Mangino worth watching Nov 21, 2009
Kansas at No. 3 Texas ... The Mountain West can't be as bad as fourth-ranked Texas Christian is making it look ... No. 3 Texas vs. Kansas, 8 p.m.. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tigers Travel to Indiana Sunday Nov 21, 2009
She also had double-doubles against Texas State (20 points, 13 rebounds) and UMKC (17 points, 10 rebounds). Despite recording just six points in the season opener against Northern Iowa, Jones is shooting an impressive 62. (Mutigers.com)
Heavy Rain Forces School Closings Friday In One Texas District Nov 21, 2009
ROCKPORT (November 20, 2009)--Heavy rain in southeast Texas forced officials to cancel classes Friday in Aransas County. A statement on the Aransas County Independent School District Web said schools were closed Friday "due to weather conditions.". (KWTX.com, TX)
Hurst has extracurriculars in order in rookie LPGA season Nov 21, 2009
By Steve DiMeglio, USA TODAY RICHMOND, Texas Cranking up her thirst for adventure and tapping into her inner GPS this year during her tour rookie season, took advantage of her many travels to foreign lands ... "I know they were fake cows, but that was cool to see what it was like to live on a ranch in Texas in the early 1800s.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Sierra approved to sell aircraft in Canada Nov 21, 2009
Sierra has a modifications program in place that involves the company s staff in Uvalde, Texas retrofitting Citation aircraft with Williams FJ44 engines as part of an upgrade. Sierra is located in Uvalde, Texas, just west of San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Being Blatchford Nov 21, 2009
Blatchford's experience comes not only from the past three years with a nationally-competitive Irish team, but also from three years playing for the Texas Tornado of the North American Hockey League (NAHL) ... What was a kid from Michigan doing playing for a team in Texas so far from home. (Und.com)
Lobos Set To Make History At NCAA Championships Nov 21, 2009
Top-ranked Washington won the national title with a score of 79 points, while Texas Tech senior Sally Kipyego (19:28 ... The 20th-ranked Lobos fell victim to a late surge by UTEP and finished fifth with 120 points - four behind the Miners and just six back of third place and 22nd-ranked BYU. No. 6 Colorado edged No. 8 Texas Tech, 48-53, to take the team title. (Golobos.com)
Rules Differ for Palin at Military Bases Nov 21, 2009
Texas' Fort Hood, of course, was recently the site of a that left 13 people dead ... hear hear, and a vice president who got deferement after deferement in a different time, along with a future president who was saving texas from Oklahoma in a time of war, who cooked the books to invade a country for no other reason than to profit for black gold ... Remember, Ft Hood is a "TEXAS" base. (CBS News -- Politics)
After close half, Aggie pull away for 68-49 win Nov 21, 2009
But then Aped it up on defense and senior guards guards and poured in a combined 17 points in the second half to lead the Aggies (3-0) to a 68-49 win. "The game kind of went how I expected it to go. I thought we would have trouble guarding them at the start of the game," Turgeon said. (Texas A&M Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cougars shake off Frisco, 85-74 Nov 21, 2009
THE COLONY - It's still early in the season but The Colony Cougars appear poised to be a force in North Texas basketball this year. Junior newcomer Jordan Williams scored 29 points to lead The Colony (2-0) over Frisco (1-1) on Friday night at The Colony High School. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
No. 14/7 ASU Women's Basketball Faces No. 9/14 Xavier in Cincinnati on Saturday Nov 21, 2009
28 at Hawaii Tournament), No. 15/8 Texas A&M (Dec ... Outstanding defender who was a two-time Defensive Player of the Year for Bowie High School in Arlington, Texas. (Thesundevils.com)
Women's Tennis Signs Fellerhoff and Shine Nov 21, 2009
She was the 2008 G18 National Open doubles champion in Latham, N.Y. and the 2008 G18 National Open doubles runner-up in El Paso, Texas ... Julia was the 2009 G18 National Open doubles runner-up in El Paso, Texas, all with partner Gabbie Clark ... She also finished fourth in the 2009 G18 National Open in El Paso, Texas. (Uoflsports.com)
TxDOT Approves I-35 Expansion Projects In Bell, McLennan, Hill Counties Nov 20, 2009
AUSTIN (November 19, 2009)The Texas Department of Transportation voted unanimously Thursday to approve about $2 billion in highway projects funded with proceeds from bonds authorized by Proposition 12, which the states voters approved in 2007 ... "We worked with our partners around the state to establish a prioritization process that would help meet transportation needs statewide as agreed upon by this group of experts," said Deirdre Delisi, Texas Transportation Commission chair ... This... (KWTX.com, TX)
Thanksgiving travel expected to increase Nov 20, 2009
AAA Texas is projecting 3 ... An improving economy, stable gasoline prices and the desire to be with family and friends are the main reasons for the increase, according to AAA Texas ... The travel and tourism industry appears to be coming out of a slow period, says Rhonda Wilson, AAA Texas regional vice president and general manager. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Ladyjacks Prep for Clash with Rice Nov 20, 2009
NACOGDOCHES, Texas - The Stephen F. Austin Ladyjack basketball team will look to start 2-0 for the second consecutive season as they host the Rice Owls (0-1) Saturday. The Ladyjacks opened the season with an impressive 81-51 victory over North Texas ... The Owls struggled in their season-opener dropping an 81-64 decision at Texas-Arlington. (Sfajacks.com)
Women's Basketball Opens Home Slate Friday Nov 20, 2009
San Francisco will take the short trip to San Jose State Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. before getting on a plane for the first time this season to travel to the Basketball Travelers Tip-off Tournament in Lubbock, Texas. While at the event, the Dons will face host Texas Tech, Prairie View ATexas-Arlington. (Usfdons.com)
Defense falters as Lady Bucs fall to Temple, 82-70 Nov 20, 2009
Published: Thursday, November 19, 2009 3:00 PM CST TEMPLE, Texas Too often, Blinn head coach Jeff Jenkins watched the Temple Lady Leopards get easy lay-ups or wide-open shots Wednesday night ... Today's Weather Brenham, Texas. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Cougar Defense Shines in Win over Oregon State, 49-32 Nov 20, 2009
The junior from Crockett, Texas, narrowly missed etching her name in the Cougar record book, missing the most rebounds in a single game by just one board. Sophomore point guard proved to be the quickest player on the court and chipped in with a season-best 15 points on the night. (Uhcougars.com)
Gas Prices Down Before Holiday Week Nov 20, 2009
HOUSTON -- Texas retail gasoline prices slipped 3 cents as travelers prepare for next week's Thanksgiving holiday. AAA Texas on Thursday reported the average price at the pump was $2 ... AAA Texas projected about 3. (Click2Houston, TX)
Notre Dame - Connecticut Game Preview Nov 20, 2009
Notre Dame Official Athletic Site. Tim Prister breaks down this weekend's matchup for und. (Und.com)
Stronger dollar pummels US stocks Nov 20, 2009
Texas Instruments Inc. fell 87 cents, or 3. 4 per cent, to $24. (India Times)
You Go West, Girl Nov 20, 2009
On a family trip to Texas in 1861, Mary Ellen was captured and scalped by Comanche. She survived but was never the same again and died five years later. (The American Conservative)
Study abroad? College students drop, rethink plans Nov 20, 2009
In this Oct. 16, 2009, photo, Liz Weaver, a second-year law student at the University of Texas is shown in Austin, Texas ... Liz Weaver, 23, a law student at the University of Texas at Austin, is trying to decide whether to enroll in a London program next fall for more than $21,000 for one semester, including tuition, room and board, compared with about $18,000 for similar expenses at Texas for one semester ... John Regnery, 19, a sophomore Japanese major at Texas, has been dreaming of a... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
It's Not a Junket, It's an Investment Nov 20, 2009
Now research by two academics one at Cass Business School in London, the other at Texas Christian University's Neeley School of Business in Fort Worth shows just how safe. The two studied the take for more than 100 movie sequels released from 1998 to 2006. (BusinessWeek)
Central Hockey League: Rival Brahmas crush Jackalopes Nov 20, 2009
Watching the Texas Brahmas win battles all over the ice, Gillis wasn t surprised that the Jackalopes finished on the wrong end of a 7-3 score at the Ector County Coliseum ... We got outworked and Texas won all the little battles all over the ice tonight ... Grant Jacobsen, Jason Deitsch and James Hiebert also tallied for Texas in the first meeting between the teams since Game 7 of the 2008 Southern Conference Finals. (Odessa American, TX)
1.4M expected out of Houston airports Nov 20, 2009
Meanwhile, the s Texas office is also expecting more travel this year, projecting that 3 ... Texas is part of a four-state region that also includes Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas where travel is estimated to be up 7 ... AAA Texas attributes the increased travel to an improving economy, stable gasoline prices and the desire to visit with family and friends. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Checkpoint work hinges on approval from ADOT Nov 20, 2009
The fear is, we would lose jobs in this area to other ports of entry in Texas and California, she said. Tubac business people began to fear a negative impact on tourism and sales following the Oct. 28 report of the constructions start date. (Nogales International, AZ)
Hotel/convention center project advances Nov 20, 2009
Texas T wrote on Nov 18, 2009 6:12 PM:" If you build it - they will come. LOL ". Jim1969 wrote on Nov 18, 2009 7:48 PM:" exresident.....please be kind enough to explain to us economics challenged residents how another motel is going to do much for this area. We have motel rooms out the wazzoo now. We have had conference centers in the past, and look at what that has done. Nothing. ". (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
College football fan survey surprises Nov 20, 2009
While Big East fans were lukewarm about the tailgating scene at their schools, the vast majority of Big 12, Big Ten and SEC fans rated their tailgate scene as "strong" or "Olympian." Texas, Penn State and LSU fans were most proud of their tailgating, and rightfully so. Of course, most fans are tailgating on their couches. (CNN)
Experts: Radical Containment Measures Wont Stop Swine Flu Nov 20, 2009
Half Price Deals at Central Texas restaurants and businesses ... Who is Central Texas best boss ... Emily Matthews' inquisitive look at life in Central Texas. (KWTX.com, TX)
Click to read:Gates Unveils Pentagon Probe of Fort Hood Nov 20, 2009
Soldier opens fire at Texas military base ... Nidal Malik Hasan, the Army psychiatrist accused of killing 13 people and wounding more than 30 in the shootings at the Texas military post on Nov. 5. (CBS News)
Aransas Project seeks proper management of Guadalupe River Basin Nov 20, 2009
The Aransas Project founders are focused on supporting a Texas water management policy for the Guadalupe River Basin (GRB) and its bays which takes into consideration the entire system in a reasonable, sustainable, and environmentally sound matter ... As a result, AP members believe the management practices of the state of Texas are partly or wholly responsible for the deaths of the 8 ... The Texas Legislature recenty directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to focus on... (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Enjoying their stay at the Ames Nov 20, 2009
The New York Daily News reported earlier this month that Brown's "Fan Appreciation" shows were selling so slowly that in Texas, you could buy 50 tickets at a time. Industry execs had, of course, attributed the slow sales to Brown's assault of his former girlfriend Rihanna earlier this year. (Boston Globe)
Tigers rally win against BlueJays Nov 19, 2009
News: The Sealy News Online, Sealy Texas. Serving Sealy and Austin County, Texas, since 1887 ... The team will travel to Texas State University in San Marcos on Friday, Nov. 20, when they take on Cuero. (Sealy News, TX)
Get more: National/World Nov 19, 2009
The U.S. Navy says wreckage of a training plane has been found off the Texas coast nearly three weeks after it went missing ... The Army psychiatrist suspected in a deadly rampage at Fort Hood, Texas, has been charged in a military court with 13 counts of premeditated murder ... Federal law enforcement officials say the suspected Fort Hood, Texas, shooter had come to their attention at least six months ago because of Internet postings that discussed suicide bombings and other threats. (WJRT, MI)
Recession-Proof Job? Non-Profit CEO Nov 19, 2009
A 1992 article in the Wall Street Journal, by Thomas DiLorenzo, professor of economics at Loyola College and veteran investigator of nonprofit organizations, revealed that the Texas affiliate of the ACS owned more than $11 million worth of assets in land and real estate, as well as more than 56 vehicles, including11 Ford Crown Victorias for senior executives and 45 other cars assigned to staff members ... A 1992 article in the Wall Street Journal, by Thomas DiLorenzo, professor of economics at... (CBS News -- Evening News)
Passion for work is on life's test, says former Navy teacher Nov 19, 2009
This West Texas farm boy, one-time traveling Bible salesman, U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, insurance agency owner, teacher and author has a homespun, self-confident work ethic that's worth sharing ... During his fourth trip to the Texas Employment Commission (now the Texas Workforce Commission), he learned that Central Texas College in Killeen had a contract to supply teachers for college courses aboard Navy ships ... He'd be back to Texas every few months. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
JC Shurburtt » Nov 19, 2009
Texas getting back in it. ESPN's Gerry Hamilton broke the news Tuesday that Under Armour All-American wide receiver (Fort Worth, Texas/Dunbar) was making an official visit to Texas this coming weekend. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Small businesses struggle to offer health care to employees Nov 19, 2009
(AP) Faced with high health insurance costs, a North Carolina brokerage passed the buck on to its employees, a Texas public relations firm switched from group insurance to stipends, and a Missouri travel agency let its workers walk away instead paying for insurance ... So he now pays about 425 a month for a 5,000 deductible policy through Texas high risk insurance pool. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Indoor football franchise introduced to Mat-Su Valley Nov 19, 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)
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)
No. 14/7 ASU Women's Basketball Goes on the Road to Face Yale on Thursday Nov 19, 2009
Outstanding defender who was a two-time Defensive Player of the Year for Bowie High School in Arlington, Texas. Scored two points and had two assists in season opening win vs. South Dakota State (Nov. (Thesundevils.com)
