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FedEx employees raise $37,000 to furnish room at FamilyHouse Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:00AMYou name it, they raised money selling it: cookies, corn dogs, barbecue, hotel stays, good parking spots, car washes, free passes to wear jeans in the office.
Home stretch toward the playoffs Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:21PMSANDWICH, England - Three majors down, one to go. And while the attention now shifts to Atlanta for the final...
Emissions Control Makers Sold Nearly 25,000 Diesel Retrofits Last Year Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:37PMThe Manufacturers of Emission Controls Association recently released the results of its survey showing its member companies sold nearly 25,000 diesel retrofit devices in 2010.
Borders Books is going away but Kobo Books is here to stay Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:02PMI know many of you have read the sad news that Borders is closing down all stores (399) and letting all employees go. They couldn't find a buyer and couldn't raise the cash to stay in business. Here in ...
Golf Capsules: On The Fringe - Golf means never taking anything for granted Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:58PMSite: Vancouver, British Columbia.
From the rough Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:54PMThe score to beat Friday’s opening of all 18 holes at Metamora Fields meant that someone would be leaving the new Woodford County golf course that day with a course record. And with a handful of the area’s top players teeing it up on opening day, it figured to be pretty low. Rick LeHew made six birdies against a lone bogey for a 5-under par 66. LeHew, who next week will go for a record eighth ...
Corporate Tax Debate Heating Up Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:17PMThe debate about corporate tax rates is heating up, with one side claiming that corporate tax cuts would put Americans back to work, and the other side insisting that such breaks don’t create jobs and will put Americans out of work.
If NBA lockout ends, Jimmer will return to Utah on Jan. 30, 2012 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:56PMBYU men's basketball fans living in Utah wanting to see former Cougar star Jimmer Fredette return to the state with the Sacramento Kings might want to start planning to camp out for tickets.
Region golf course notes Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:30PMSANDWICH, England - Three majors down, one to go.
Five injured, one medevaced, in two-vehicle accident Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:38PMFor The Ambler Gazette Two youths were taken to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Friday following a two-vehicle accident at Dillon Road and Limekiln Pike, according to Upper Dublin police. The two were among five injured in a head-on collision at 9:06 a.m., police said.
12 players to watch the Canadian Open Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:45PMIt's the best field for a Canadian Open in a generation.
Kirk gets first PGA Tour victory at Viking Classic Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:38PMMADISON — After a tap-in putt for a one-stroke victory at the Viking Classic, Chris Kirk picked up his ball, gave a nearly indiscernible fist pump and strode off the course like a man who's done it a hundred times.
iCrossing Appoints Head of Live Media Studio Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:59PMFormer Big Fuel, NBC Universal Digital Exec Boosts Real-Time Marketing Capabilities
D+H's Call Centre Operation Receives Gold Contact Center Employer of Choice(R) Certification Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 3:52PMTORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 18, 2011) - CCEOC Inc. announced today that the D+H Call Centre operation has achieved the Contact Center Employer of Choice® (CCEOC) GOLD level designation for its 3 sites (Toronto, ON, Markham, ON, Longueuil, QC) responsible for supporting cheque programs on behalf of its Canadian financial institution customers. This is the fourth year in a row that D+H ...
Kirk wins Viking; McGirt enjoys strong finish Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:25PMMADISON, Miss. (AP) - After a tap-in putt for a one-stroke victory at the Viking Classic in Madison, Miss., Chris Kirk picked up his ball and strode off the course like a man who's done it a hundre...
Ryan Achieves Prestigious International Customer Service Standard Certification; Validates Firm Commitment to World ... Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:12PMDALLAS , July 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Ryan, a leading global tax services firm with the largest indirect tax practice in North America , today announced that the Firm achieved the prestigious International Customer Service Standard (ICSS) certification from the Customer Service Institute of America (CSIA). This exclusive certification is the result of an extensive review of Ryan's customer ...
Notebook: Levin in British Open field Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:58PMThere’s a familiar name on the list of tee times for this weekend’s British Open. Navigating the wind-swept landscape of Royal St. George’s is Elk Grove’s Spencer Levin.
FYI WIRZ: NASCAR's Ryan Newman, Tony Stewart Team Up to Win Loudon Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:44PMThe National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) took its show northeast, where abundant crowds from New England and Canada gathered on Sunday. Ryan Newman and Tony Stewart , aka “Rocket” and “Smoke,” took the Stewart-Haas Racing team to a 1-2 finish in the Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH. The notable finish ended like it began as Newman had ...
Budget airlines snag top performer awards Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:38AMSINGAPORE: Budget airlines posted a strong performance last year, and their results were reflected at the annual Changi Airline Awards on Monday.
Adobe acquires electronic signature company EchoSign Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:48AMAdobe Systems said on Monday that it has acquired EchoSign, a web-based provider of electronic signatures and signature automation, for an undisclosed amount.
A career day for Plainville's Renner Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:47AMEvery professional golfer wants to be in contention heading into the back nine on Sunday. Jim Renner, the 27-year-old PGA Tour rookie from Plainville, did just that this weekend, sticking near the top of the leaderboard until the very end of the Viking Classic in Madison, Miss.
Wire-to-wire win Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:34AMLOUDON, N.H. - The fastest car doesn't always win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, but yesterday it did. Pole...
Rough day on the track for Busch Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:25AMSprint Cup notebook Struggles drop Kyle from first to fifth in points Embed multimedia (photos, galleries, audio, map): NASCAR New Hampshire Auto Racing LOUDON - This wasn't the way Kyle Busch's historic weekend was supposed to end. Not even close. He had the two wins a week ago in Kentucky, including one in the Sprint Cup race, and he completed his pursuit of 100 NASCAR victories Saturday ...
Newman teams up for NASCAR win Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 12:13AMAfter wining the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour pole and race, Ryan Newman duplicated the result in yesterday's Sprint Cup Series Lenox Industrial Tools 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
Kirk wins Viking Classic Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:59PMMADISON, MISS. - After a tap-in putt for a one-stroke victory at the Viking Classic, Chris Kirk picked up his ball, gave a nearly indiscernible fist pump and strode off the course like a man who's done it a hundred times.
ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Kirk wins Viking Classic Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:30PMMADISON, Miss. — After a tap-in putt for a one-stroke victory at the Viking Classic, Acworth native Chris Kirk picked up his ball, gave a nearly indiscernible fist pump and strode off the course ...
Chris Kirk Wins 2011 Viking Classic Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:25PMPGA Tour rookie Chris Kirk is just the 5th rookie to win on the tour this season.
Jeter takes a pass on possible home-field advantage Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:08PMDerek Jeter? Just call him The Yankee Skipper. "The All-Star Game determined home-field advantage in the World Series," wrote Steve Rosenbloom of ChicagoTribune.com . "The Yankees are a team with a stake in that. The Yankees captain skipped the All-Star Game.
Scott Stallings still has a chance to play in PGA Championship Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:00PMScott Stallings was more than excited and willing to come back to Knoxville last Sunday night and take part in the News Sentinel Open's media day Monday at Ruth's Chris Steak House .
Business card's future uncertain in electronic age Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:56PMMost people know the scenario: It's been days, maybe weeks, since the big convention, and you are finally sifting through the hodgepodge of business cards you've stuffed in a bag, jacket or desk drawer. A few cards...
UPS's Dividend Is Safe Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 2:35PMThese three tools can help determine the stability of its payout.
Watson makes cut at British Open Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 2:10PMBubba Watson tee's off at the 3rd hole during the second round of the British Open at Royal St. George's Island on Friday in Sandwich, England. / Stuart Franklin/Getty Images
The 15 Most Brutal Knockouts in Boxing History (w/ Video) Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 1:45PMBoxing is a sport that requires a tremendous amount of skill and courage to become a successful professional in the Ring, but sometimes all you need is that knockout power and all the skill in the world is no match for a devastating blow that can end it all. Boxing's rich history is full of great fights that were toe-to-toe brawls that go the distance and give the fans a full 10-to-12 rounds of ...
The Saturday Morning Post Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 9:41AMGood morning, Washington. Threats of crippling heat next week compel us to enjoy the weekend, which kicks off with a stunning Saturday . Mostly sunny, barely sticky, and without breaking 90, it shouldn’t be difficult to enjoy the day. [ more › ]
Given honest criteria, who could join Hornets in contraction? Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 12:23AMThe NBA-owned Hornets nearly ace the test of Ken Berger's criteria for contraction. As the league looks to stanch yearly losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars, what other franchises meet the mark?
National Aviation Hall of Fame adding 4 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:34PMDAYTON — Four former Air Force personnel, including one credited with innovation that dramatically reduced deaths of military helicopter personnel from fires after crashes, will be enshrined tonight in the National Aviation Hall of Fame, joining 207 other aviation pioneers previously honored.The enshrinees in this year’s class are S. Harry Robertson, an engineer and former Air Force pilot who ...
Police Log, July 16, 2011 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:39PMVandals ravageproperty in cityCharges are pending against a trio of juveniles following a rash of vandalism in Pottsville overnight Wednesday.Police initially learned of the vandalism at 6:37 a.m. Thursday when responding to the 200 block of East Rail
McGirt moving up, tied for 5th Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:25PMMADISON, Miss. — Troy Matteson birdied his final three holes of the day after a lengthy thunderstorm delay, taking advantage of Annandale’s forgiving fairways and greens to share the Viking Classic...
Most logical fix for NBA would be simply to get smaller Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 8:26PMLast in a series: Revenue splits, salary caps, franchises sharing money more equitably -- Ken Berger has a plan for the NBA to solve its issues. The final piece, he says, is in plain sight: Fewer teams to divvy up the pie.
Update 3:50 pm: Watson makes cut at British Open Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:25PMMilton High graduate Bubba Watson tees off at the No. 3 hole during the second round of the 140th British Open Championship at Royal St George’s today in Sandwich, England.
New NC community college courses point to hot jobs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:13PMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Tracking computer crime is gaining traction in Winston-Salem. Learning to develop video games is peaking in Goldsboro. And workers ready to handle high-voltage electrical equipment are needed most everywhere.
Your Brief List of Neighborhood Video Stores Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 4:22PMIt seems like just yesterday we were lamenting the death of Blockbuster . Now that everyone is suddenly OVER Netflix and their fascist rate hike , here's a brief list of neighborhood video stores where you can walk in, talk to someone, leisurely peruse their aisles of soon-to-be-antiquated plastic discs and maybe even take one home with you if it suits your fancy: [ more › ]
Redskins say removed seats weren't selling Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:15PMWASHINGTON, July 15 (UPI) -- The Washington Redskins admitted the thousands of seats they took out of FedEx Field this summer had no buyers.
Industrials could signal slower growth ahead Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:41PMBy Nick Zieminski
Redskins Remove Seats at FedEx Field Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:58PMRedskins officials say this has nothing to do with ticket sales.
Craigslist scam reported to Marshall Police Department Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:42PMA Marshall resident reported a possible Craigslist scam to the Marshall Police Department on July 13. The victim had listed an item on Craigslist for $400 and received a response from someone who claimed to be interested.
Research and Markets: Financial Analysis and Benchmarking of Global Transport & Logistics Sector Leaders 2011 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 12:30PMResearch and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Transport & Logistics Sector Leaders 2011" report to their offering.
Graham DeLaet to miss Canadian Open tournament due to injury Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:31AMGolfer Graham DeLaet of Weburn, Sask., will miss the RBC Canadian Open because of a back injury.
Change as good as a rest for smiling Furyk Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:29AMSANDWICH, England (Reuters) - A change is as good as a rest, so the old adage goes, and for American Jim Furyk a trip across the Atlantic for the British Open may turn out to be the perfect antidote to a wretched season.
Injury forces DeLaet to miss Canadian Open Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:13AMGraham DeLaet will miss the RBC Canadian Open because of a back injury.