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Police issue warrant for suspect in city’s 20th homicide
YOUNGSTOWN — Police have a warrant out for a suspect in the killing of a South Side man, they said
Babe Ruth teams win in World Series play
Both Youngstown Babe Ruth all-star teams earned victories Sunday at their World Series. At Quincy,
YSU summer commencement sends 450 on paths toward success
YOUNGSTOWN — A succession of important events in Justin C. Hite’s life has elevated his stress a
Vexfest V downtown cements friendships amid smashing rock
YOUNGSTOWN — It was all rock, all day. Vexfest V, the free rock festival that featured about 40
Scrappers go into All-Star break with win
NILES — Lonnie Chisenhall went 3-for-4 with an RBI, leading the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to a 6-4
1,125 motorcyclists ride 75 miles for children’s charities
AUSTINTOWN — More than a thousand people took to their bikes Sunday for a charity that’s 18 years
Mollica: New look for Penguins this fall
Youngstown State football coach Jon Heacock has placed a lot of emphasis this fall on conditioning,
Hundreds attend Austintown fitness fair
AUSTINTOWN — From the parking lot at Austintown Fitch High School, guests were welcomed by Tai-Chi
10 arrested at OVI checkpoints in Austintown, Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN — Police made 10 arrests on charges of operating a vehicle impaired in two sobriety
Indians take 2 of 3 from Angels with 4-3 win
CLEVELAND — Jeremy Sowers and two relievers cooled off Los Angeles’ lineup and the Cleveland Indians
Santana’s 3-hitter gives Mets win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH — Johan Santana pitched a three-hitter for his fifth career shutout and the streaking New
Mercer motorcylist injured in Hermitage accident
HERMITAGE, Pa. — A man was injured when he lost control of his motorcycle. Phillip Cresswell, 23,
Siblings to run marathon to honor late father, firefighter
GIRARD — Before he died at 65 of complications from lung cancer, John Charles led a full life
East Palestine Hall of Fame to induct new members
EAST PALESTINE — School officials agreed early on not to limit induction into the East Palestine
Appeal is pending in YPD hiring lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN — A lawsuit challenging the city’s practice of hiring police based on race and sex is
What’s new in Youngstown schools? Buildings, contracts, programs
YOUNGSTOWN — Different buildings, new academic enrichment programs and a behavior contract pupils
Shirley Brown, Richard Sallmen to wed Sept. 19
X ENON VALLEY, Pa. — Shirley A. Brown and Richard D. Sallmen Sr., both of 159 Estate Lane, are
Michelle Donnadio, Stephen Ullom plan to marry Oct. 4
X BOARDMAN — Announced by Anthony and Mary Ann Donnadio of Boardman is the engagement of their
Karlens honored at reception on 50th anniversary
X SALEM — The 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Harry D. Karlen of Salem was celebrated
Halls to observe 50th anniversary at family dinner
X YOUNGSTOWN — Mr. and Mrs. Leonard M. Hall of Youngstown will celebrate their 50th wedding
Family gathering honors Ihnats on anniversary
X RICHMOND HEIGHTS — The home of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Ihnat, 4956 Swetland Blvd., was the setting
Schmid jubilee is occasion for family gathering
X STRUTHERS — The family of Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Schmid of Struthers gathered on Aug. 3 in Mansfield
60th anniversary is observed by Mr. and Mrs. Tobias
X STRUTHERS — The 60th anniversary of their wedding was observed by Mr. and Mrs. James Tobias of
Parents announce date for Williams, Cox fall wedding
X Plans for the upcoming marriage of Cassandra Williams, 597 Purdue Ave., Austintown, and Brian Cox,
Defense is a shade better
Junior quarterback Todd Rowan saw his first real action as the first game looms.
Rebuilding work to begin on fire-damaged career center
The rebuilding project will replace a wing and add space.
Tribe gives Angels opportunities
Four errors doomed the Tribe, which couldn’t keep the visitors in check.
$250M plant set for Smith Twp. to make clean energy from trash
The project would prevent tons of waste from ending up in landfills.
Howland
Howland (Division II) Head Coach: Dick Angle Coaching Staff: Dom Menendez, Eric Ungaro, Curt
Youngstown Christian (Division. VI)
Youngstown Christian (Division. VI) Head Coach: Brian Marrow Coaching Staff: Juan Diaz, Dave
Leetonia (Division VI)
Leetonia (Division VI) Head Coach: Matt Altomare Coaching Staff: Artie Altomare, Jim Green,
Champion (Division IV)
Champion (Division IV) Head Coach: John Gibson Coaching Staff: Marcus Kubancsek, Rick Von
Warren JFK (Division VI)
Warren JFK (Division VI) Head Coach: Tony Napolet Coaching Staff: African Grant, Larry Hoffman,
Mineral Ridge (Division V)
Mineral Ridge (Division V) Head Coach: Dom Leone Last year’s record: 8-2 Summary: By now, most
East Liverpool (Division III)
East Liverpool (Division III) Head Coach: Pat McNichol Coaching Staff: Jason Duke, Dennis
Southington (Division VI)
Southington (Division VI) Head Coach: Jim Wolke Jr. Coaching Staff: Ryan Pearce, Todd Gilligan,
Southeast
Southeast (Division III) Head Coach: Rick Reynolds Last year’s record: 6-4 Summary: Senior
Who’s where? Area league affiliations
Independents: East, Chaney, Warren JFK, East Liverpool Steel Valley Conference: Cardinal Mooney,
Western Reserve (Division VI)
Western Reserve (Division VI) Head Coach: Mike Kopachy Coaching Staff: Jeff Martig, John
Lowellville (Division VI)
Lowellville (Division VI) Head Coach: Mike Palumbo Coaching Staff: Bill Schiraldi, Bill Wharry,
Springfield (Division VI)
Springfield (Division VI) Head Coach: Sean Guerriero Coaching Staff: Paul Butto, Bob Beam, Adam
Southern (Division VI)
Southern (Division VI) Head Coach: Dan Salig Jr. Coaching Staff: Jim Brown, Michael Skrinjar,
Additional photo credits go to Williams Photography (Lakeview, Newton Falls); Memory Lane (East,
Additional photo credits go to Williams Photography (Lakeview, Newton Falls); Memory Lane (East,
Associated Press poll \ 2007 results
Division I 1, Cin. St. Xavier—X 2, Cin. Colerain 3, Brunswick 4, Dublin Coffman 5,
Lakeview (Division III)
Lakeview (Division III) Head Coach: Tom Pavlansky Coaching Staff: Steve Zielinski, Mark
Beaver Local (Division III)
Beaver Local (Division III) Head Coach: Rich Wright Coaching Staff: Doug Velasquez, Jim
United (Division IV)
United (Division IV) Head Coach: Ed Ridgeway Coaching Staff: Alan Gatchel, Jordan Phillips,
Jackson-Milton (Division VI)
Jackson-Milton (Division VI) Head Coach: Tim McGlynn Coaching Staff: Jack Pierson, Mike Lodyn,
West Branch (Division III)
West Branch (Division III) Head Coach: Bob Altenhof Coaching Staff: Chris Adams, Shawn Alazaus,
Wellsville (Division VI)
Wellsville (Division VI) Head Coach: Dave Skinner Coaching Staff: Art Miller, Bug Thompson,
East (Division II)
East (Division II) Head Coach: Brian Shaner Coaching Staff: Dennis Parish, Andy Hake, Gary
We should up the ante on casino initiative
Opinion: There, he said it. Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams used the “S” word in a recent interview with The
Sebring (Division VI)
Sebring (Division VI) Head Coach: Mark Morris Coaching Staff: Sean Fritz, Alex Koehler, Rodney
AUSTINTOWN FITCH (5-4)
AUSTINTOWN FITCH (5-4) 1986 — Division I (2-1, state semifinals) Def. Cuyahoga Falls Walsh
Ursuline (Division V)
Ursuline (Division V) Head Coach: Dan Reardon Coaching Staff: Larry Kempe, Rollen Smith, Matt
Girard (Division IV)
Girard (Division IV) Head Coach: Bud McSuley Coaching Staff: Nick Cochran, Mark Bello, J.D.
Fitch (Division I)
Fitch (Division I) Head Coach: Phil Annarella Coaching Staff: Paul Cassano, Jack Kenney, Jason
Poland (Division III)
Poland (Division III) Head Coach: Mark Brungard Coaching Staff: Ryan Williams, Reid Lamport,
Crestview (Division V)
Crestview (Division V) Head Coach: Paul Cusick Coaching Staff: Lowell Bacon, Dom Perry, Eric
Struthers (Division III)
Struthers (Division III) Head Coach: Dallas Saunders Coaching Staff: Fernando DeChellis, Alan
Canfield senior Dan Banna injures ACL, out for season
He’s expected to have surgery on Thursday. CANFIELD — The season hasn’t started yet, but the
Warren Harding (Division I)
Warren Harding (Division I) Head Coach: D.J. Dota Coaching Staff: Pat Pearson, Billy Warfield,
Campbell (Division IV)
Campbell (Division IV) Head Coach: Jeff Bayuk Coaching Staff: Ron DeJulio, Gary Zetts, Steve
Canfield (Division II)
Canfield (Division II) Head Coach: Mike Pavlansky Coaching Staff: Gary Hoelzel, Mike
Boardman (Division I)
Boardman (Division I) Head Coach: D.J. Ogilvie Coaching Staff: Mike Popio, Joe Cleghorn, Jeff
East Palestine (Division V)
East Palestine (Division V) Head Coach: Jeff Sharkey Coaching Staff: Dave Rankin, Darren
Lisbon (Division V)
Lisbon (Division V) Head Coach: Jeremy McElroy Coaching Staff: Ken Lewis, Rich Joy, Barry Long,
Class AAA
Class AAA 1972—Warren Western Reserve 1973—Cardinal Mooney 1974—Warren Harding 1975—Cincinnati
Mathews (Division V)
Mathews (Division V) Head Coach: Jim Parry Last year’s record: 10-1 Summary: The best season
New Castle
New Castle (AAA) Head Coach: Frank Bongivengo Coaching Staff: Ryan Firmi, Nick Sciarro, Nick
Liberty (Division III)
Liberty (Division III) Head Coach: Jeff Whittaker Coaching Staff: Tom Cornicelli, Dave Davis,
Newton Falls (Division IV)
Newton Falls (Division IV) Head Coach: Greg Lazzari Last year’s record: 1-9 Summary: Lazzari,
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth’s Family Birthplace Vanessa and Sergio Arias, Youngstown, girl, Aug. 14. Danielle
Phelps: Simply the best
BEIJING — Capping an unlikely journey from suburban Baltimore to worldwide Olympic stardom, Michael
Georgia is big dog in preseason poll
Ohio State, the runner-up in the national championship game for two straight seasons, was voted No.
Technology was needed by Phelps in close finish
Video and timing reviews down to the 10-thousandth of a second were consulted. BEIJING (AP) — The
Edwards surges from pit road for first victory
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) — Carl Edwards took the lead in the pits, then drove away with his first NASCAR
Pavlik: Bobblehead ‘looks just like me’
NILES — Few people have ever accused world middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik of having a big head
SCRAPPERS NOTEBOOK \From Eastwood Field
Game of Hope: Prior to the Scrappers game, the Softball Game of Hope Classic was contested. The game
Mets’ Martinez defeats Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pedro Martinez pitched seven innings for the first time this season, and Jose
Does a battle of fumes loom at Michigan oval?
The speedway is one of the places where fuel economy often comes into play. BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) —
RIDING WITH … Dave Blaney
Today: NASCAR’s top series stays in the north, for the 3M Performance 400 presented by Bondo at
NFL Preseason
NFL Preseason Favorite Points Underdog Week Two CINCINNATI 31‚Ñ2Detroit New England 1TAMPA
Fugitive of the Week
Fugitive of the Week James A. Hudson Jr. The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is
AUGUST
AUGUST TODAY — 2nd annual American Legion golf outing at Knoll Run golf Course in Coitsville.
Thousands pay respects to comedy king Bernie Mac
CHICAGO (AP) — As Cedric the Entertainer scanned the crowd of more than 6,000 gathered on Chicago’s
Ex-U.S. Rep. Ney completes sentence
COLUMBUS (AP) — Former Ohio congressman Bob Ney has been released from a Cincinnati halfway house
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Newton Falls school board, 6:30 p.m., board room of Jr./Sr. high school, 907 Milton
Eastern Connecticut starts ice cream trail
MYSTIC, Conn. (AP) — You’ve heard of winery trails and biking trails and birding trails. But how
Meeting to focus on toll roads to link Pittsburgh area with W.Va.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission hopes to meet next month with companies
IN THE CUP Area holes in one
Mike Seiser of Canfield aced the No. 8 hole at Yankee Run Golf Course in Brookfield. He used a
project approval
project approval Steps involved The process of building and operating a power plant in Smith
SCOPE Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St., has the following activities available: Monday,
SCOPE Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St., has the following activities available: Monday,
Ruth teams open as winners
Both Youngstown all-star teams play again today at 5:30 in their respective tournaments.
Geiger, Klink named coaches at Bethany
The area women are among six new assistant coaches at the West Virginia college. BETHANY, W.Va. —
Debate coaches lose cool, one pulls down his pants
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — An argument between two debate coaches that was caught on video was not the
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS
MAHONING VALLEY SCRAPPERS Today — Jamestown, 6:05 p.m. Monday — All-Star break Tuesday — All-
Worsening security affects Afghan aid groups
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Deteriorating security in Afghanistan is making it more difficult for aid
VETERANS
VETERANS D-Day re-enactment CONNEAUT — On Saturday, nearly 400 re-enactors and several thousand
THISTLEDOWN results
THISTLEDOWN results Saturday 2nd—Cynthiawith (Artieda)10.804.803.00 Honey’s Luck
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY AUSTINTOWN Administration: Bethany Batdorff, assistant intermediate school
2 towns in region consider merging
If approved by voters in Shenango Township and West Middlesex this fall, the new government would
Young women sought for Appleseed queen
Applications must be submitted by Sept. 6. LISBON —The 2008 Johnny Appleseed Festival Committee
Powwow regalia: a real deal
Participants said they’ll travel far several times a year, in the name of pride and preservation.
classes begin
classes begin Mahoning Valley and Western Pa. Information was supplied by educational service
PREP RESULTS
PREP RESULTS FRIDAY GIRLS GOLF struthers 208, warren harding 264 (At Knoll Run) Struthers
On losing, eating and being nice
LATROBE, Pa. — I hate losing. It’s never good! That’s my competitive nature. I don’t care if it’s
OVI crackdown
OVI crackdown BOARDMAN — The township police department will join thousands of other law
McCain, Obama address issues of faith at forum at megachurch
The questions dealt with moral, domestic and foreign issues. LAKE FOREST, Calif. (AP) —
Muscle weakness, nerve damage linked to statin-type drugs
Q. I was on Lipitor for a number of years and have severe muscle and nerve damage to the extent that
Russian forces pull back from Igoeti’s center
The cease-fire deal calls for both Russia and Georgia to pull back to positions they held before
Best advice: don’t panic
Opinion: Best advice: don’t panic EDITOR: The Vindicator ran a story Aug. 14 about the cease and desist
high schools
high schools South Range football has made its mark Fanfare: As the high school football
RB Architects
RB Architects GREEN ENERGY: An architect’s rendering shows the proposed power plant for Smith
Mercer Area School District seeks nominations for Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame
MERCER, Pa. — The Mercer Area School District is seeking nominations for its Distinguished Alumni
Pigskin preview
Pigskin preview Our annual high school football preview is bigger and better than ever, featuring
All abuzz about theater season
Community theaters will offer classics, musicals and experimental and movie-related productions.
REVERENT RETREATS
Spiritual getaways offer peace, enlightenment Upstate New York is home to welcoming retreats of
Summer Olympics (7 p.m., NBC): Week 2 of the Summer Olympics begins to unfold as the world’s
Summer Olympics (7 p.m., NBC): Week 2 of the Summer Olympics begins to unfold as the world’s top
‘Noises Off’ shows another side of a farce
The comedy opens Friday at Youngstown Playhouse. In 1970, playwright Michael Frayn watched a
Sex offenders object to having names publicized
The measure has been challenged in Ohio. LAS VEGAS (AP) — Eager to protect children from sexual
‘Beijing 2008’
‘Beijing 2008’ (Sega) for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC Genre: Sports; Rating: E Grade: F
GAME TIME \Scrappers
Who: Scrappers vs. Jamestown Jammers When: 6:05 p.m. today at Eastwood Field Promotions:
if you go
if you go What: “Noises Off” When: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and Aug. 29-30; 2:30 p.m. Aug.
‘Ragtime,’ Playhouse lead awards
Youngstown Playhouse garnered the most awards. AUSTINTOWN — Weathervane Community Playhouse’s
CMHS 47ERS
CMHS 47ERS XCampbell Memorial High School January and June Classes of 1947 will meet for breakfast
information \ If you go
LINCOLN BIRTHPLACE AND BOYHOOD HOME: 2995 Lincoln Farm Road, Hodgenville, Ky., www.nps.gov/abli or
THE SKINNY \ On the stuff you need
Bed, Bath & Beyond: One of the best-designed Web sites, it has six categories by function (eat,
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked William Burbick, 29451 Buck Road, Salem, v. Annette Burbick, of
Vindicator file photo/Paul R. Schell
Vindicator file photo/Paul R. Schell FIFTY YEARS AGO: John Oliver, a 71-year-old Lisbon jeweler
Once picked, preserving flavors is key
It’s one thing to pick your produce when it’s at peak ripeness. It’s another to deal with it after
‘A Little Bit Longer’
‘A Little Bit Longer’ Jonas Brothers (Hollywood) Grade: A Rather than think of Nicholas, Kevin
Junior League to sponsor Sunday in the Park
The Vindicator IN SITE: Guests attending the Sunday in the Park with the Junior League of
GROWING TABLE: Two pedestals hold this Regency-style table made in the 20th century. It has three
GROWING TABLE: Two pedestals hold this Regency-style table made in the 20th century. It has three
Defamation of character is cause for legal action
Dear Annie: We are desperate for help. Two years ago, our son’s wife asked him for a divorce. At
Chaney (Division II)
Chaney (Division II) Head Coach: John Protopapa Coaching Staff: Brian Tydings, Steve Pincairo,
Cardinal Mooney (Division IV)
Cardinal Mooney (Division IV) Head Coach: P.J. Fecko Coaching Staff: John D’Apolito, Ron
DORM DECORATING
Products allow college students to personalize Experts say students want rooms to reflect their
Wine taste, fireworks to benefit symphony
Wine taste, fireworks to benefit symphony CANFIELD — The home of Rori and Bruce Zoldan, 3615
Rhyme and reason
Editorial: Rhyme and reason At the risk of dating himself, this editorial writer remembers when school
MLB ROUNDUP \Other Saturday games
American League Yankees 3, Royals 2, 13 innings NEW YORK — Brett Gardner singled through the
the winners | 2007-08 Marquee Awards
Best musical: “Ragtime — The Musical,” Weathervane Community Playhouse Best play: “Who’s Afraid
information
information If you go ABODE OF THE MESSAGE: New Lebanon, N.Y., about 25 miles from Albany,
ALL MY CHILDREN
ALL MY CHILDREN Ryan was devastated to see Greenlee marry Aidan in the Las Vegas chapel but kept
Sutherland is wasted in un-scary ‘Mirrors’
Aside from the cheap jolt, the film is mundane. Kiefer, dog, what happened to you, man? You
Tables show history of adding space
Problem: Guests for dinner and a small dining-room table. Solution: Extend the table. This
Dancers take over the TV screen
NEW YORK — Turn on the TV: There’s Comfort, lunging backward like it’s the forward thing to do, and
‘MIRRORS’
‘MIRRORS’ Grade: C- Director: Alexandre Aja. Running time: 1 hour, 47 minutes. Rating: R for
‘Hee Haw’ reruns to air on RFD-TV
‘Hee Haw’ reruns to air on RFD-TV NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Reruns of the old cornpone comedy-variety
U.S. Rep. Ryan gets support for port authority initiative
Editorial: Even if it takes some time for U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan’s regional economic development initiative to bear
Learn falconry history at Hotel Hershey
Learn falconry history at Hotel Hershey HERSHEY, Pa. — A falconry program has opened at The Hotel
Italian show to honor Malmisur, DiGregorio
Italian show to honor Malmisur, DiGregorio YOUNGSTOWN — Joe Malmisur and Ed DiGregorio played key
CURRENT PRICES \ Around the nation
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
holocaust drama
holocaust drama It’s performed in conjunction with Schindler exhibit. Among the most highly
Burglar in Kansas gets caught in home with his pants down
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A Kansas burglar apparently likes to be clean — but isn’t so good about clean
Coalition troops kill 30 militants in Afghanistan
At least 500 Americans have died as a result of the 2001 U.S. invasion of Afghanistan. KABUL,
There’s hidden danger in No Child Left Behind
Opinion: During the first months of President Bush’s administration he spoke of the “soft bigotry of low
South Side man shot to death near home
YOUNGSTOWN — Police are investigating the homicide of a 22-year-old South Side man who died feet
10 reasons why Youngstown’s alive, well
Opinion: Forbes Magazine decided to publish an article about the country’s “fastest-dying” cities and chose
Top 10
Top 10 U.S., Canadian cities From Travel+Leisure magazine’s 2008 reader poll (last year’s rank
Picking fruit when it’s ripe
Determining the right time to pick produce from the home garden isn’t simple. NEW MARKET, Va.
‘Andrew’s Bathroom Fund’ aids Salem youth’s special needs
Andrew won a gold medal in the Special Olympics in Columbus earlier this year. SALEM —
Coping with mentally ill
Coping with mentally ill YOUNGSTOWN — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Mahoning
McDonald (Division VI)
McDonald (Division VI) Head Coach: Dan Williams Coaching Staff: Tom Knight, Jim Lowers, Bob
Interested in Lincoln
Interested in Lincoln From Abraham Lincoln’s boyhood residence to the Mary Todd Lincoln house,
Conference Champions - Through the years
CITY SERIES 2006 — Rayen 2005 — Rayen 2004 — Chaney 2003 — Chaney 2002 — Chaney 2001 — Chaney 2000
In Beijing, phenom Phelps causes a splash around the world
BEIJING (AP) — Quick quiz: What has 13 letters and means global phenomenon? Easy. Answer:
Lifeguard shortage closing beaches at park
ERIE (AP) — Swimmers will soon have fewer beaches to choose from at Presque Isle State Park along
South Range (Division V)
South Range (Division V) Head Coach: Dan Yeagley Coaching Staff: Wayne Allegretto, Rich
Sick-days compromise in trouble
A coalition including labor groups and community organizations wants Ohio voters to decide the
THURSDAY,August 21
THURSDAY,August 21 Liberty at Brookfield, 7 p.m. Howland at Ashtabula Lakeside, 7 p.m. Hubbard
Niles (Divivion III)
Niles (Divivion III) Head Coach: Brad Yeager Coaching Staff: Bart Dockry, Dan Nagle, John
Excitement brews for family of homeschoolers in Canfield
Some homeschoolers choose to take the summer off, but some keep classes going.
OLYMPICS \Other Saturday events
Swimming: The way world records have been falling at the Water Cube, Janet Evans’ 19-year-old
Obama raises $50 million in July
WASHINGTON — Despite leaving the country for more than a week, Sen. Barack Obama raised $50 million
Today is Sunday, Aug. 17, the 230th day of 2008. There are 136 days left in the year. On this date
Today is Sunday, Aug. 17, the 230th day of 2008. There are 136 days left in the year. On this date
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Little b and Babe Ruth — Tryouts are set for the Dave Sugar Class Little b (ages 15-17)
New sources of energy? Researchers look in some unusual places to lessen coal, oil dependence
WASHINGTON — Scouring the Earth for new sources of clean, renewable energy, scientists and engineers
Quick as lightning, Bolt goes 9.69
His margin of victory matched the largest in an Olympic 100 final over the last 40 years. BEIJING
MERCER COUNTY Sentencing court
The following people were sentenced recently in Mercer County Common Pleas Court. According to court
Bush: ‘There’s no room for debate on this matterSSRq
The president is expected to continue his telephone diplomacy while on vacation. CRAWFORD, Texas
Welcome to Blitz 2008
I really, really don’t want to ask you if you’re ready for some football. Really. But I hope
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