Eagles, Billies battle tonight Nov 21, 2009
The Eagles hope to continue their history-making season. But they know they are going to have their work cut out for them against the Billies. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Clinton tours his library with Ark. schoolchildren Nov 21, 2009
Gibbs art teacher Susan Purvis, wife of Joe Purvis, a kindergarten classmate of Clinton's in Hope and organizer behind the effort that turned Clinton's boyhood home into a museum, said she was impressed with how Clinton connected with the children. One student was born in Korea and another was born in the Philippines, and Clinton addressed each directly, Purvis said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Senate Democratic leaders close in on health care vote Nov 21, 2009
With the backing of those three senators, Democratic leaders are all but assured of clearing the procedural hurdle, a key step if Congress is to send President Barack Obama a health-care bill by the end of January, as party leaders hope. The Senate would start formal debate on Democrats' top domestic priority when lawmakers come back from their Thanksgiving recess Nov. 30, beginning with consideration of proposed amendments from both sides of the aisle. (AZCentral -- News)
The voice of GPS Nov 21, 2009
The check engine light means, I hope you have lots of room on your credit card. And then there s this voice: Route changed. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Weekend preview of the SEC Nov 21, 2009
Any hope Mississippi State has of upsetting Arkansas in Little Rock depends on Dixon. He is second in the league in rushing at 120. (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
COLLEGE FOOTBALL NATION-Patience needed in Ann Arbor Nov 21, 2009
But that 4-0 start, including a last-minute victory over Notre Dame when true freshman quarterback Tate Forcier orchestrated a game-winning drive that finished with a touchdown pass to Greg Mathews, gave hope that the team would skip a small step or two ... "Our execution has been there sometimes, sometimes it hasn't. We can get better in that. There's no question defensively, particularly the last several ballgames, we've not played well and given up some big plays. That's been disappointing.... (Canton Journal, MA)
Dems woo fence-sitters as first vote approaches Nov 21, 2009
"We hope our more moderate colleagues on the Democratic side would respect the wishes of their constituents, rather than do the bidding of Harry Reid," Kyl said. Ahead of the vote, Republicans and Democrats spent Friday trading barbs on the Senate floor over the 2,074-page bill. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Techs expert AD sends Paul Johnson yet another love note Nov 21, 2009
I hope he stays a long, long time and we have to name (or rename) something after him ... - TOM DIENHART I hope CPJ stays ... Hope it works out for you guys. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
My friend, Steve Ellis Nov 21, 2009
And I hope the police take Kansas coach Mark Mangino away in handcuffs and leg irons ... That scenario is what most are expecting Sat night then hopefully he will brought back to earth before the GT game ... I hope FSU plays well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Could you give away an adopted child? Nov 21, 2009
I DO commend Anita for giving him up to a loving home where hopefully he ll experience bonding and love for a lifetime, but WTF ... All in all most of us think that hopefully she did do the right thing ... I don t know how badly abused he was and I hope he was placed with a much better family. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Privateers hope for further smooth sailing Nov 21, 2009
UNO's volleyball team is on the type of roll it hopes can lead to an automatic bid in the NCAA Tournament. The No. 4-seeded Privateers, who closed with a four-game winning streak to finish the regular season atop the Sun Belt Conference's Western Division, will take on fifth-seeded Arkansas State today at 2:30 p.m. in Bowling Green, Ky. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Moderate Dems Pivotal In Saturday Health Care Vote Nov 21, 2009
Senate leaders hope to pass their bill by the end of the year. If that happens, January would bring work to reconcile the House and Senate versions before a final package could land on Obama's desk. (Click2Houston, TX)
Senate Democrats move on crucial health vote Nov 21, 2009
We hope our more moderate colleagues on the Democratic side would respect the wishes of their constituents, rather than do the bidding of Harry Reid, Kyl said. Ahead of tonight s vote, Republicans and Democrats spent yesterday trading barbs on the Senate floor over the bill. (Boston Globe)
This week in the SEC Nov 20, 2009
Mississippi State will likely come out emotionally charged for this game on the hope they can knock off the Razorbacks and Ole Miss and get to a bowl game. But look for Ryan Mallett and Arkansas to put those hopes to rest by the third quarter ... Tiger head coach Les Miles would love to repay the favor by dashing Ole Miss' major bowl hopes and winning for the third straight time in Oxford. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Chief Caddo, SLC Title, Playoff Berth on the Line in Natchitoches Nov 20, 2009
The Lumberjacks need beat Northwestern State, and hope that Central Arkansas can defeat McNeese State for the 'Jacks to win their first outright title since 1989. History may be on SFA's side as it enters the final week of the 2009 regular season. (Sfajacks.com)
How Humanlike Was 'Ardi'? Nov 20, 2009
"We have to abandon bipedality as the hallmark of being a 'hominin' sensu stricto if we hope to keep Ardi in our clade," he wrote in an e-mail to ScientificAmerican. com. (Scientific American)
Palin gets dream ride on wave of her own making Nov 20, 2009
I am here because Sarah Palin represents all the hope for change that Obama did not turn out to be. She's a great politician,'' said Michael Cesar, who had driven halfway across Michigan to be there. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
32 tenants added to Village at Fairview Nov 20, 2009
for free extra services. Friday, November 13, 2009. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Dems hope Palin disrupts GOP's game plan Nov 20, 2009
As GOP former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin kicks off a national book tour this week, there are some unlikely voices cheering "You go, girl!" - hard-core Democrats and progressives who hope Palin's 15 minutes of fame lasts all the way to 2012 ... Even President Obama's adviser David Plouffe told The Chronicle that he hopes Palin will command the airwaves for months to come ... "I hope her book tour lasts two years.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Can Georgia handle a little praise? Nov 20, 2009
I had to buy a few dinners after last year, but am hopeful that Bama can pull it out this year ... While it has been tough for us and we hope to see changes, we have the faith in CMR to do the right thing after the season. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Tommy West is a class act Nov 19, 2009
I hope he lands somewhere where he can continue to make a difference in the lives of others ... Hopefully West will get picked up as an assistant at a bcs conference school ... Hopefully Tommy can retire comfortably or find a job that allows him to do what he loves. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Read-a-thon strategies:Crazy competitive or clever? Nov 19, 2009
Reading is extremely important, and I hope all kids are reading every single day, but honestly this contest sounds really counterproductive ... we haven t experienced this read-a-thon yet, but if/when we do, I hope we d be reasonable and make it a fun experience rather than yet another thing to stress our poor kids out over ... I don t know what the rules will be yet but the question had occurred to me that since he is reading way above grade level that I hope the rules have some way of... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Senate girds for historic debate on health bill Nov 19, 2009
" mttrailboss wrote on Oct 26, 2009 1:05 PM:" I hope that Governor Brian Schweitzer doesn't decide to 'opt out' on the new proposed health care reform legislation bill with the 'public option ... Now that we know he will never collect Social Security, I sure hope his private investments don't go south when he is due to retire, and he finds his retirement funds are reduced to near nil. (Montana Standard, MT)
Dazzle your guests with holiday etiquette tips 101 Nov 19, 2009
Slatter says don't lose hope if your host doesn't know the name of the pattern or the manufacturer- you can always take advantage of Replacements. If you're still in doubt about holiday etiquette 101, a cheat sheet is just a mouse click away. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
More than 1,000 turn out to meet Palin Nov 19, 2009
launched her book tour Wednesday in what her fans hope will be the first stop of the 2012 presidential contest. "If she were to run, she'd have my vote," said Lou Krawczyk of , Mich. (USA Today)
Hogs look to Little Rock Nov 19, 2009
The Arkansas Razorbacks host the Mississippi State Bulldogs Saturday morning in Little Rock for the final home game of the season as they hope to improve their bowl standing and continue their winning ways. Come inside to find out what head Hog Bobby Petrino had to say on Wednesday morning. (Arkansas Sports -- Rivals.com)
AIR FORCE - Actors Spend Time With Wounded Nov 18, 2009
"Being here gives us a chance to say thank you personally to individual Soldiers and also, hopefully representing the people around us in our communities, to let them know that there are people out there thinking about them." ... Ms. Britton said she hopes "Friday Night Lights" might lift wounded warriors' spirits ... "When I meet some of these guys who are going to have to be stuck in a hospital bed for a long time, if nothing else, I hope (our show) can take their mind off the pain and boredom... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Blanche Lincoln Feels Heat on Health Care Nov 18, 2009
"I hope it will not be lost on our Democratic friends where the public is, how the public feels about this measure. They're speaking increasingly loudly that they do not think it ought to pass." ... I hope Blanche Lincoln allows herself a clean conscience. (CBS News -- US)
Palin Needs to Take Herself Seriously Nov 18, 2009
I really do hope she emerges as the new face of the Limbaughrican Party ... "Jake Tapper:"I hope none of the "terrorists" whom Palin during the campaign repeatedly accused the President of "Palling around with" will be there ... I hope Sarah sells millions and millions of books, and she and her family live a wonderful life far away from CBS and the DOGS they call reporters. (CBS News -- Politics)
Former presidential candidate Huckabee hosts book signing Nov 18, 2009
I hope it will be a book that will encourage people, particularly those who are struggling right now, he said. I think sometimes people forget that Christmas is not about the what the what I give, what I get, what I eat, what I wear it s about the who and the relationships of our lives. (The Observer, IN)
On the hot seat: Ten coaches feeling heat Nov 18, 2009
A middle-of-the-pack finish likely is the best the Blue Demons can hope for. If that happens, Wainwright will be back. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
LSU's Jefferson expected back against Ole Miss Nov 17, 2009
But more than Jefferson's return will be necessary if the Tigers hope to beat Ole Miss and clear the bar Miles set at the beginning of the season. At that time, Miles announced an eight-win season like the one in 2008 was "unacceptable." LSU now faces what Miles dubbed "a two-game season" with Southeastern Conference games against Ole Miss and Arkansas. (Nola.com -- Sports)
online_editor Nov 17, 2009
But city officials have quietly been working on partnerships they hope will make the project a reality within the next two or three years ... boxergal wrote on Nov 10, 2009 10:18 PM:" And staying at the Truman Conference Center and eating a weinie at Zestos won't suffice??? Hope it works out for you. " ... melbrooks wrote on Nov 10, 2009 5:09 PM:" Boscoe, I hope you're running for city council. I'd love to see you put your convictions to the test with voters. ". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Signing Day Blog Nov 17, 2009
Hope you enjoyed the day ... Hopefully his name is tweeted right. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Ranking them all Nov 17, 2009
(6-4) BUZZ: UCF kept its slim hopes alive for the C-USA East crown by shocking Houston ... (4-7) BUZZ: If the Boilermakers can finish 5-7, you'd have to say the first season for coach Danny Hope was at least a mild success ... (2-9) BUZZ: The Commodores had hopes of a second straight bowl bid this season. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Bradley: Has Martinez saved his job? Nov 16, 2009
I hope Evans doesn t let Richt keep Willie (unless it s as the secondary coach again) ... The ONLY hope we have is that the big money boosters get together and force Evans to step in to fire Martinez ... The ONLY hope we have is that the big money boosters get together and force Evans to step in to fire Martinez. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
A real blackout Nov 15, 2009
The hope began to fade when the Mississippi State appeared to score on an 88-yard kick return early in the third quarter, only to have officials rule that Chad Bumphis stepped out of bounds at the 38, and the subsequent field-goal attempt missed wide left. Even the cowbells were almost entirely silent in the fourth quarter when Alabama added two more touchdowns and the defense snared two of its three interceptions to close out the 31-3 victory at Davis Wade Stadium. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Archive » Nov 14, 2009
You can't just hit the water and hope for the best bring your A game or don't bother. Sturgeon fever: An obsession for Loch Lomond's 'Baitman. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Tebow closes an SEC chapter with Spurrier Nov 14, 2009
Gamecock defensive tackle Nathan Pepper says the players were hurt and embarrassed by last year's clobbering and hope to give a better account of themselves this time around ... Spurrier hopes to correct his team's ability to move between the 20s before bogging down near the end zone. (MSNBC -- Sports)
OGH council elects Merilla Nov 14, 2009
I hope to bring to the city my dedication. One of my concerns is to save the city money and to stay within budgetary means. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
GCT challenges Magnolia tonight Nov 14, 2009
Conaway said the Eagles are very excited about making the playoffs this season and hope continue their winning ways tonight against the Panthers. Our guys are as focused and as intense as theyve ever been, he said. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
New GCT High School back on track Nov 13, 2009
She and Griffis hope for a mild winter so that work can continue. Article Rating. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Is Georgia Tech D ready for Dukes Lewis, Cutcliffe? Nov 13, 2009
Jonathan Dwyer should pass Heisman hopeful Mark Ingram in rushing yards this week ... Hopefully both of our fans will show up ... From a purely football perspective, I hope for the UT faithful that this is all some misunderstanding (I highly doubt this). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
SEC football roundup Nov 13, 2009
"I hope to go three or four more years and see what happens," Spurrier told reporters. "If we are going 6-6 or 7-5, then someone else should have the opportunity to give it a try." Of course, the Gamecocks are barreling toward another such finish. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gamecocks' Matthews will dress vs. Gators, but might not play Nov 13, 2009
I hope he'll come back and play at a level that he's capable of. When he tweaked that shoulder (at Tennessee), he didn't play well enough that night that we missed him. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Student becomes the teacher Nov 13, 2009
I had great role models and I hope Ive been a good role model for coach Conaway, Weeks said. Weeks said Conaway certainly had the resume to turn the program around. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Black Friday news and notes: Wal-Mart to open Thanksgiving morning Nov 13, 2009
This, they hope, will help with crowd control ... I hope Walmart goes out of business and burns in the Eternal Lake of Fire. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Gamecocks Forced Inside Wednesday Nov 13, 2009
"Melvin has slid out (from defensive tackle), so hopefully Mel will have a big game for us." Coach Spurrier confirmed "there's a chance" that Matthews could play on Saturday ... The Gamecocks hope to return to the Bluff Road practice fields on Thursday afternoon. (Uscsports.com)
Women's Basketball Season Opener Friday vs. Indiana at FedExForum at 5 p.m. Nov 13, 2009
Against Lambuth, she was 9-for-13 from the field, and was not far off that with a 9-for-14 mark against Grand Valley St. Down low, the Tigers will have their hands full with junior forward Hope Elam and sophomore Sasha Chaplin. Elam averaged 17 points and nine rebounds over the two exhibition games, while Chaplin, at 6-3, averaged 12 points and eight rebounds, adding a combined five blocks and six steals in two games. (Gotigersgo.com)
Weekend preview of the SEC Nov 13, 2009
"I hope to go three or four more years and see what happens. If we are going 6-6 or 7-5, then someone else should have the opportunity to give it a try. We do have some guys coming that I am really looking forward to coaching. Looking forward to watching , . We really have some good, young guys that have a chance for big careers here." - South Carolina coach , on his coaching future. "You'd have to ask my wife. She's doing it. She handles all that stuff." - Florida coach , on how it felt to pay... (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
Scientist: CO2 not causing global warming... Nov 13, 2009
W. C. Anderson, P. E. on November 12, 2009 at 10:51 PM --------------------I hope the P.E. does not mean professional enginner because your post is filled just one big distortion ... I hope this scam comes to an end soon before the green lobby causes too much suffering to the third world ... First, Mann's Hockey Stick - the seminal IPCC poster child of the entire AGW class, was shown to be - to put none too fine a point on it, virtually FRAUD. No action yet from it's hopelessly discredited... (The Drudge Report)
Wyoming briefs Nov 12, 2009
Officials hope the firm will help identify operational and financial problem areas and help correct them. Contract negotiations are to proceed immediately between Quorum and hospital officials. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Gunmen kill Pakistani working at Iranian Consulate Nov 12, 2009
viper wrote on Oct 17, 2009 8:31 AM:" Heck They Are already here in the states our government let them in thinking they were citizens the only thing we better hope for is that they don't get there hands on any nukes or we will be looking like them real soon. they come threw our borders with fake documents all the time I wouldn't be supprize if osama is not hiding here in the states as they say the best place to hide is under there noses . out of 900 million shipping sea containers that comes... (Longview Daily News, WA)
UH kicks around options Nov 12, 2009
Both players are key to what they hope is a reborn running attack. Against Utah State, Wright-Jackson had 15 carries for 167 yards, and Green ran 10 times for 110 yards. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Spurrier says he'll be at South Carolina in '11 Nov 11, 2009
"But hopefully we've got some guys that are really going to help us on the way. We have a good coaching staff here and so forth."Again, I hope and plan to go three or four more years," said Spurrier, 64. "We'll see what happens ... Hopefully, we can get that going here in the next two or three years. (ESPN -- College Football)
Despite rumors of retirement, Spurrier isnt going anywhere Nov 11, 2009
I hope and plan to go three or four more years, Spurrier said Tuesday during his weekly news conference ... Hopefully we ve got some guys that are really going to help us on the way, he said of the 2010 recruiting class ... There are some we re trying to get committed, Spurrier said, (guys) that we hope and pray they re going to come with us. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Hoops Closes Preseason Action Friday Nov 11, 2009
The Tigers hosted a clinic for members of the Club before the Oct. 23 event and a portion of the proceeds raised from ticket sales went to support the group s Hope of 10,000 campaign. In addition to the event, several Tigers have taken active roles with the Club by hosting a free youth clinic at Douglass Park in downtown Columbia and Head Coach serves as a spokesperson for the group. (Mutigers.com)
Spurrier Speaks on SC versus UF Nov 11, 2009
"I hope and plan to go threeto four more years, something like that. If we're going 6-6, 7-5 at that point, then someone else should have a chance.". Right now though, Spurrier's challenge is to have his current squad ready for Florida. (FightinGators.com)
Spurrier wants to return Nov 11, 2009
"But hopefully we've got some guys that are really going to help us on the way. We have a good coaching staff here.". "Again, I hope and plan to go three or four more years," said Spurrier, 64. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Projecting the BCS bowls Nov 11, 2009
I hope your right, although you did pick LSU to beat Bama. Roll Tide. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
There will be an SEC team in BCS championship Nov 10, 2009
I hope you all bow down and worship me in the Georgia Dome when we gators arrive to beat Bama ... But at least there were no Moral Victories, no concussions, no blown ref calls, no conspiracy theories, no eye pokes and hopefully no fines ... Hopefully, Jahvid is gonna be ok. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
- Just Warming Up: Answering mail from our readers (1) Nov 10, 2009
Just Warming Up: Answering mail from our readers - Imperial Valley Press Online - Our Opinion. Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - 2:25:36 am. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Nutt: 'We're looking forward to tomorrow' Nov 10, 2009
Q: Back to that mindset, do you have to guard against things creeping in when things dont go quite as well as you hope ... You have to watch that and hopefully keep that out of their mind. (OleMissInsider.com)
Ranking them all: Rivals.com 120 at 1:20 Nov 10, 2009
(9-1) BUZZ: Without QB Ricky Stanzi, the Hawkeyes wouldn't seem to have much hope of beating the Buckeyes this Saturday ... (6-4) BUZZ: Before the season, it was assumed one of the teams in this Saturday's matchup would be playing to keep its Big 12 North title hopes alive ... (4-6) BUZZ: All hail, Danny Hope. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
The bitter tears of Johnny Cash Nov 10, 2009
" The album may not be easy listening, but it has its rewards. The Pitchfork review (rating: 7.8/10) as to why: "[The album] is a satisfying and often moving final chapter to Cash's life and career, one that rejects self-pity and remorse in favor of hopefulness and even celebration ... " Harihareswara thinks a bit more of the show than I do, but I found the season ender (with the Xindi attack) moving and provocative. However, I think the historical parallels between that and 9/11 are more... (Salon)
