Sex abuse case Nov 14, 2009
David A. Mohler, 52, of Lamoni, Iowa, Burrell Edward Mohler Sr., 77, of Independence, Mo. Burrell Edward Mohler Jr., 53, also of Independence, Mo ... Burrell Edward Mohler Sr., 77, of Independence, looked ill, keeping his eyes closed during much of the proceeding and coughing several times. (The Palm Beach Post)
Helias teammates Whitfield, Toebben named all-state Nov 14, 2009
Kelsi Bodine, College Heights Christian, sr., outside hitter; Melody Church, Lee's Summit Christian, sr., middle hitter; Santana Cruz, Conway, sr., outside hitter; Katie Diebold, Scott City, sr., outside hitter/setter; Brittany Gutermuth, Orchard Farm, jr., setter; Ashton Nibert, St. Mary's: Independence, sr., setter; Taylor Pulley, Bloomfield, jr., setter; Mikah Simpson, Scott City, soph ... outside hitter; Kayla Kepler, Fair Grove, jr., setter; Lacey Lackman, Hermann, sr., outside hitter;... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Five men charged with sex crimes against kids Nov 13, 2009
The suspects were identified as Burrell Edward Mohler Sr., 77, of Independence, and his sons, Burrell Edward Mohler Jr., 53, also of Independence; Jared Leroy Mohler, 48, of Columbia; Roland Neil Mohler, 47, of Bates City; and David A. Mohler, 52, of Lamoni, Iowa ... Another suspect, David Mohler, has worked for Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa, for 27 years and was arrested on its Independence campus ... University President John Sellars said David Mohler periodically traveled to... (Pensacola News Journal)
Family Charged with Child Sex Crimes Nov 12, 2009
They, along with Burrell Edward Mohler Sr., 77, of Independence, Mo. Burrell Edward Mohler Jr., 53, also of Independence, Mo ... The suspects were identified as Burrell Edward Mohler Sr., 77, of Independence, and his sons, Burrell Edward Mohler Jr., 53, also of Independence; Jared Leroy Mohler, 48, of Columbia; Roland Neil Mohler, 47, of Bates City; and David A. Mohler, 52, of Lamoni, Iowa. (CBS News)
Graves to vote no on Health Care Bill Nov 11, 2009
xfirefighter wrote on Nov 10, 2009 12:50 PM:" Bill Arthur, What makes Sam graves any better than the rest of the congressmen ?. Yes, Polosi is wrong about using that big plane but answer my questgion why he is better than the other 530 member of the congress and senate? He's not and his district isn't probably any bigger than Emerson's in SE, MO. or any senators and mamny upon many congressional districts that include whole states.. Then there's the matter of his health insurance paid for by the... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Mark Dantonio Nov 11, 2009
Dantonio became just the third first-year coach in Michigan State history to earn a postseason bowl bid, joining Saban (1995 Independence Bowl vs. LSU) and John L. Smith (2003 Alamo Bowl vs. Nebraska) ... BOWL/POSTSEASON EXPERIENCE: Coach - 1987 NCAA I-AA playoffs, 1989 NCAA I-AA playoffs, 1990 NCAA I-AA playoffs, 1983 Fiesta Bowl, 1984 Rose Bowl, 1992 Aloha Bowl, 1995 Independence Bowl, 1996 Sun Bowl, 1997 Aloha Bowl, 2000 Florida Citrus Bowl, 2002 Outback Bowl, 2003 Fiesta Bowl, 2004 Fiesta... (Msuspartans.com)
Sports Shorts Nov 10, 2009
The newly constructed Independence Events Center (IEC) is now home to the Mavericks. The arena features a 75,000 square-foot bowl and can seat 7,000. (University News, MO)
Freedom fighter Nov 6, 2009
Alaskan Independence Party chairwoman Lynette Clark talks about why she doesn't identify herself as an American, and about her kindred spirit Sarah Palin ... But don't try selling that slogan to Lynette Clark, chairwoman of the Alaskan Independence Party, whose motto is "Alaska First -- Alaska Always." ... The Alaskan Independence Party burst into the national spotlight when Clark released a statement reporting that Sarah Palin and her husband, Todd, were both members. (Salon)
Gunman kills 12, wounds 31 at Fort Hood Nov 6, 2009
Keara Bono, 21, of Independence, Mo. who was shot in the shoulder. (MSNBC -- Crime)
More Presidential Fun Facts Nov 6, 2009
The father of William Henry Harrison (1841) Benjamin Harrison V was a delegate from Virginia who signed the Declaration of independence. Harrison was the first president to die in office. (Suite101.com)
Obits: Miles, Bender, Eye, Elsen, Stevens Nov 5, 2009
Survivors include; her husband of Holly, CO; her children: Shawnlee Bender, Holly, CO, Bradley (Jane) Bender, Glendale, AZ and Candie (Randy) Beck, Hecla, SD; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; one great- grandson; three sisters: Elaine Juelfs, Britton, Jeannie Osterman, Lebanon, OR, and Bonnie Buhl, Lake City, and one brother, Frank "Butch" Behnke, Jr., Independence, OR. She was preceded in death her parents, one brother and one sister. The family suggests memorial donations to... (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Mizzou Hosts Baylor, Looks For 2nd... Nov 3, 2009
MU s current string of 4 consecutive bowl seasons (2005 Independence, 2006 Sun, 2008 Cotton, 2008 Alamo) is tied for the school mark, with Tiger teams from 1978-81, who played in 4 straight bowls under Warren Powers (1978 Liberty, 1979 Hall of Fame, 1980 Liberty and 1981 Tangerine). Of course, getting six wins is not a guarantee of reaching a bowl game, and with none of the Big 12 teams having yet been eliminated from bowl eligibility coming into this weekend, we would suggest that it would be... (Mutigers.com)
If we leave Iraq, do we lose for good? Nov 1, 2009
There's no stopping the jockeying of power now -- Iran eyeing Iraq's Shiite territories; Turkey ready to smash the independence movement among Kurds (who have been playing the United States for a fool) ... Young people forced through the ruthlessly competitive college admissions rat race have the independence and creativity pinched right out of them ... This is a very positive first step toward detaching the American presidency from the heavy religious baggage that has complicated our politics... (Salon)
#5/7 Irish Kick Off Postseason Sunday Against South Florida Oct 31, 2009
On Sept. 16, Buczkowski was chosen by the Philadelphia Independence with the third overall pick in the 2009 WPS Expansion Draft, with Cinalli going one selection later to the Atlanta Beat. Offseason personnel moves at the end of September have seen Chapman released by Boston and Shaner released by Los Angeles, while Tancredi was declared a free agent by Saint Louis. (Und.com)
Snow lets up in West, Plains; South gets drenched Oct 31, 2009
In northeast Arkansas, the body of 38-year-old Eric Brashers of Batesville was found Friday morning after he was swept away from his truck by floodwaters, Independence County Sheriff Keith Bowers said. Meanwhile, the snowstorm that walloped Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska and Kansas earlier in the week tapered off, but some roads across the region remained treacherous. (Nola.com -- Sports)
HCA Midwest buys Midwest Cardiology Oct 29, 2009
In a Wednesday release, HCA Midwest said that Midwest Cardiologists 13 heart specialists will continue to provide care at three HCA Midwest hospitals: in Independence, in Overland Park and. Midwest Cardiology recently began providing cardiology services at in Kansas City, Kan. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Fan Blog: Tigers vs Texas Oct 27, 2009
I could say I cared because the Tigers finally showed life that season, making the Independence Bowl in Brad's sophomore campaign. However, reflecting on last night's loss, I've come to understand that a winning program was NOT the reason for my love of the Tigers. (Missouri Sports -- Rivals.com)
KDOC hands out Main Street Business Awards Oct 24, 2009
Independence Farmer s Market. Seneca Seneca Bridal Show. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Camille Paglia Oct 23, 2009
Young people forced through the ruthlessly competitive college admissions rat race have the independence and creativity pinched right out of them ... This is a very positive first step toward detaching the American presidency from the heavy religious baggage that has complicated our politics for far too long. On the other side of the political spectrum, Obama's willingness to court controversy among his own core groups by supporting civil unions rather than gay marriage (a position I agree with)... (Salon)
HEAVY HITTER Oct 23, 2009
TOP HOMES - $775,000 MLS 4200148 3 bed / 3 bath 3,501 - 4,000 / 1997 Samuel Wagenseller, Independence Realty Professionals, Inc. - $480,000 MLS 3017829 3 bed / 3 bath 2,751 - 3,000 / 1987 Sherri L. Oman, Long Realty Partners - $599,000 MLS 4178439 3 bed / 3 bath 3,001 - 3,500 / 2003 Marlene Cerreta, CERRETA REALTY GROUP. email alerts. (AZCentral -- Business)
Virtual students go to school without being in school Oct 19, 2009
An eleventh-grader at Truman High School in Independence, for instance, takes metal shop and P.E. there, but his other five classes are online through MoVIP.. But some virtual schools offer P.E. online. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Winging itAmelia Earhart never had a plan. She didn’t have a career path or... Oct 19, 2009
As her manager, he had carefully crafted her image as a hero a Lady Lindy who inspired other women but he knew, perhaps better than anyone, that Amelia s fierce independence and attraction to risk were no fabrications ... Yet Putnam respected her need for autonomy and independence. (New York Post -- News)
Eisenhower's heart remained with Kansan home Oct 18, 2009
The Truman Library in Independence, Mo. enjoys the advantage of being a suburb of Kansas City. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Projecting 7 To Go Bowling Oct 17, 2009
A year ago, the league sent seven teams bowling, but with in the national championship game, it left the Independence and Bowls scrambling to find at-large entries ... Independence Bowl, Dec. 28, Shreveport, La. (KStateFans.com)
Scrutchfield-Straatmann Wedding Vows Read Oct 17, 2009
The bride is employed by the Independence School District. The groom is employed by Exide Technologies. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Upholding tradition, realising changes Oct 16, 2009
Even though Malacca was a small power compared to China and Siam, it had not only successfully maintained its independence for more than a century, but could prosper to become a power to be reckoned with ... It is written in history that the women had willingly taken off their rings, bracelets and necklaces to finance the Tunkus entourage to London to discuss independence ... If we go back to history, right from the beginning when patriots were fighting for the countrys independence until... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
MICHELLE OBAMA WRITES COLUMN: Teachers Are Key to a Successful Economy... Oct 16, 2009
I wonder if the Constitution and Declaration of Independence will have any meaning to the future generations. Luke of MT Oct 16, 2009 04:15:20 AM. (The Drudge Report)
Remembering Congo's rumba king Oct 15, 2009
" What do you remember of Congo's rumba king?Thanks for sharing your memories. Please read a selection below:Franco music represents the highs and the lows of post-colonial Africa. He did for Africans - unity - what years of independence and their rulers, could not do.Osagie Ayanru, Huntington, West Virginia, USAI do not know what to say about Franco and his music. Till tomorrow i will not forget this man. His music all is my live and i mostly listen to it all my life in parties and while in... (BBC News -- Africa)
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OUR OPINION: Independence breaks cycle of abuse ... Helping victims develop independence and free themselves from the yoke of abuse is the goal of outreach advocacy by the Rape and Abuse Crisis Service (RACS) ... Outreach advocacy will help foster independence and free victims from the trap of abuse. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Crystal ball: The Redskins will fall Oct 12, 2009
Given the parallel tracks of their careers, especially over the past eight months, it was fitting that two former Independence High teammates had their NFL breakout games on the same day last Sunday. New York Jets wide receiver Jerricho Cotchery missed practice Friday with a hamstring injury, and coach Rex Ryan said the former N.C. State standout could miss the game against the Miami Dolphins on Monday night. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Three Charged in Connection With Shooting Oct 7, 2009
Richardson also charged Lauren Douglas, 21, 515 Sue Dr., with one count of hindering prosecution, and Natasha Wray, 21, Independence, with conspiracy to commit robbery. According to a Cole County Sheriff s Department probable cause statement, the residents of the mobile home, Jennifer Ferguson and Andy Schultz, told authorities that they were the victims of a home invasion robbery about 5:45 a.m. Monday, in which several subjects had entered their home armed with a gun. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Tigers Host Cornhuskers in Big 12 Opener Oct 5, 2009
Dating back to the 2005 Independence Bowl win over Steve Spurrier and South Carolina, Pinkel has won 35 of his last 46 games overall ... South Carolina in the 2005 Independence Bowl), and it marked the 7th time MU has rallied to post a win after trailing by 14 points in a game (the last was in 2001 at Kansas, when MU trailed 14-0 in the 2nd quarter to rally for a 38-34 win) ... The last occurrence of overcoming a 14-point (or bigger) 2nd-half deficit to notch a win was the aforementioned 2005... (Mutigers.com)
LETTER: President should require young people to serve Oct 3, 2009
"As the new administration takes shape, Barack Obama and Joe Biden will call on Americans from every walk of life to serve. President-elect Obama and Vice President-elect Biden will expand national service programs like AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps and will create new service organizations to meet the nation's challenges head on: * a Classroom Corps to help underserved schools * a Health Corps to serve in the nation's clinics and hospitals * a Clean Energy Corps to achieve the goal of energy... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Prospects in Byrnes-St. Thomas Aquinas game Oct 1, 2009
He played his first game at his new school on Friday night (he transferred in from Independence High in Charlotte) and was honored by a local news station for multiple big plays, including a 50-plus-yard kick return for a touchdown. Florida State defensive line commit (Jacksonville, Fla. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Royals' Tejeda aims to remain on a tear Sep 25, 2009
The Official Site of the Kansas City Royals. Tejeda aims to remain on a tear. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
The players who got away Sep 24, 2009
He went to Charlotte Independence ... QB: Joe Cox, Georgia, Sr., (Charlotte Independence): Passed for 375 yards, 5 TDs last week vs. Arkansas ... (Durham Hillside); Brian Simmons, Oklahoma, Sr., (Southeast Raleigh HS); Pierre Andrews, South Carolina, Jr., (Charlotte Independence); Hutch Eckerson, South Carolina, Jr., (Lumberton HS). (News & Observer -- Sports)
Modesto man pleads no contest to kidnapping girl Sep 23, 2009
Dena Riley of Independence, Mo. pleaded guilty in federal court in June to kidnapping a 5-year-old southeast Kansas girl while Riley and her boyfriend were wanted for murder in Missouri. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Art and The American Civil War Sep 21, 2009
An anti-slavery artist originally from Maine, Eastman reportedly observed such a ride during the 1862 Battle of Manassas and managed to convey the trio s sense of anxious independence as they headed north. David Edward Cronin s 1888 Fugitive Slaves in The Dismal Swamp, Virginia shows another scene of escape, but more in the sense of hiding than a flight to freedom. (Suite101.com)
Okla. researchers look for cash in the switchgrass Sep 9, 2009
In 2007, the Energy and Independence Security Act passed by Congress called for 11. 1 billion gallons of renewable fuel to be blended into gasoline this year, with that number rising to 36 billion gallons by 2022. (Anchorage Daily News)
The nations daddy speaks to children Sep 9, 2009
That is what laid the foundation for the kid of folks who stood up to King George and fought to gain their independence. It wasn t an education system that spent it time teaching about recycling, self-esteem, zero tollerance, and the glory of the state. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
On Your Mind Sep 7, 2009
One of the abuses brought against the king of Great Britain in our Declaration of Independence was: He has erected a multitude of new offices, and sent hither swarms of officers to harass our people and eek out their substance. To date, our president has established over 30 executive czars and over the summer recess sent out partisan congresspersons and other underlings to push his costly agendas. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Head Coach Mike Gundy Sep 6, 2009
In year two, OSU improved to 7-6, won the Independence Bowl, and moved up to fifth in the conference standings ... The season closed with a 34-31 win over Alabama in the PetroSun Independence Bowl ... Independence Bowl # Insight Bowl ^ Holiday Bowl. (Uhcougars.com)
Sawyer's promotion harkens back to TV's past Sep 6, 2009
From 2002-06, Wendy Bell and Kelly Frey were paired as the morning anchor team on WTAE, and Sheila Hyland was a solo anchor on WPGH's 10 p.m. news in its last waning days of independence before WPXI began producing the broadcast with its own personnel in 2006. Still, local news stations across the country tend to adhere to the formula of pretty young woman anchor paired with older-and-wiser male anchor, noted Mr. Thompson. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Child, Please Sep 5, 2009
Today, Carson owns two McDonald's franchises in Independence, Mo ... (For all you know, good people of Independence, those same hands scooping your fries once caught footballs thrown by Bill Kenney. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
SC lifts ban on Jaswant's book Sep 5, 2009
The state government had issued a notification banning Mr Singhs book Jinnah - India, Partition, Independence within two days of its release saying the contents were against national interest, misleading and against tranquility of the state. In its order, the high court said the notification, issued under section 95 of the Criminal Procedure Code of the Indian Penal Code, gave no grounds for the notification and was silent on how the reading of the book will affect the tranquillity of... (India Times)
Tickets on sale for Oakland Sept. 18-19 production of Lincoln, Rutherford roles in Matson slave case Sep 5, 2009
Living history events will take place at the nearby Rutherford House and at Independence Pioneer Village on the north side of town. The Independence Pioneer Village, Oakland Historical Foundation, Oakland Landmarks, City of Oakland and Oakland Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the program to celebrate the bicentennial of Lincoln s birth. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Revenue-hungry Kansas will be owner of new casinos... Sep 2, 2009
"I guess it doesn't strike me as particularly odd," said Senate Majority Leader Derek Schmidt, an Independence Republican who voted for the casino-and-slots law. "Every state has its own historical contours.". (The Drudge Report)
Arch Rivalry Resumes Saturday Sep 1, 2009
Dating back to the 2005 Independence Bowl win over Steve Spurrier and South Carolina, Pinkel has won 31 of his last 42 games overall. MU s win in the 2008 opener against Illinois gave Pinkel his 50th MU win, and he now ranks 3rd on the coaching wins list at MU, with 59. (Mutigers.com)
The aftermath of the Kennedy funeral Aug 31, 2009
Plenty of the Tejanos were a part of the Texas independence movemnt and Lorenzo de Zavala, the republic s first vice-president, designed the lone star flag ... His pork spending plan, which should have been a carefully crafted investment plan, to his cap and trades , which should have made transitions but won t and will not achieve energy independence, to his government run public no-option healthcare plan, which will not give individual Americans ownership, control or administrative rights... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Army focuses on often stormy media-military ties Aug 31, 2009
But the International Federation of Journalists and others have complained about the policy saying it compromises the independence of media. Tom Curley, chief executive of The Associated Press, has criticized the military for imposing tough restrictions on journalists seeking to give the public truthful reports about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Chivas, Amrica will play friendly in Kansas City Aug 28, 2009
The two famed Mexican clubs will play a friendly at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sept. 16, Mexican Independence Day. The longtime and hated rivals will play their regular-season Apertura 2009 match on Oct. 24. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Elderly Beauty Queens Vie For Pageant Crown Aug 27, 2009
During a district pageant in Independence, a suburb of Kansas City, Wilshire's crowned queen Marietta Kirkpatrick coasted before four judges in a wheelchair with pink pompoms on its handles. Silk pink roses were taped to the wheels. (Click2Houston, TX)
Vying to be Ms. Missouri Nursing Home Aug 27, 2009
(08-26) 06:24 PDT Independence, Mo ... During a district pageant in Independence, a suburb of Kansas City, Wilshire's crowned queen Marietta Kirkpatrick coasted before four judges in a wheelchair with pink pompoms on its handles ... Beauty queens want Ms. Missouri Nursing Home crown Articles (08-26) 06:24 PDT Independence, Mo. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
HDNet to Air 'HDNet Fights Presents: M-1 Global Breakthrough' - LIVE, Friday, August 28 at 10:00 p.m. ET Aug 26, 2009
HDNet News is provocative, sometimes controversial and always relevant - telling the important stories of our time in-depth, with attitude and with independence. HDNet presents championship sports coverage featuring five regular season games from the Premiere Season of the United Football League. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bernanke May Redefine Fed's Mission With New Power Over Financial Markets Aug 26, 2009
They are inviting political scrutiny and jeopardizing independence. It is a very dangerous road to be on. (Bloomberg -- US)
Beauty queens want Ms. Missouri Nursing Home crown Aug 26, 2009
Anchorage Daily News. Find out where the fish are biting, and share your knowledge. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bernanke to be nominated for 2d Fed term Aug 25, 2009
The Fed chief faces threats to the central bank s independence from members of Congress who say he overstepped his authority as he battled a crisis that froze credit markets and led to $1. 6 trillion of write-downs and losses at financial firms. (Boston Globe)
Jackson Hole And Digging Out Of One Aug 25, 2009
His willingness to coordinate with the Treasury might have risked the Fed's ability to retain its independence from the politicians who are seeking to gain control of Fed policies. Which brings us to the Omaha sage. (CBS News -- Opinion)
Stalwart Nike ranks last for corporate governance Aug 22, 2009
The rankings measure the independence and strength of each company s board, the effectiveness of the company s auditors and the reasonableness of executive and director compensation policies. Institutional investors the bulk of the nation s stock pickers rely on such studies to make informed investment decisions. (Portland Business Journal, OR)
Three area players land on all-state first team Aug 21, 2009
P Catie Flaucher Independence JR 24-15 1. 32 ERA 315 K's. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Insurers questioned on CEO pay, profits Aug 21, 2009
Centene Corporation Group, CIGNA Corp., Coventry Health Care Inc., Dentegra Group, Genworth Financial Group, GHI Services Group, Group Health Cooperative, Guardian Life Group, Hartford Fire & Casualty Group, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Group, Health Care Service Corporation, Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP), Health Net of California Inc., Health Net Inc., Health Now New York Inc., Highmark Inc., Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Inc., Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser... (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Missouri murder suspect gets brief, mistaken release Aug 21, 2009
Demetrius Harbour of Independence was mistakenly freed Monday. Authorities took him back into custody Tuesday night. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Hayden Harper launches energy unit Aug 21, 2009
He notes tax breaks and public desire for energy independence are boosting the industry. Fox says West Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York are the most attractive areas to him. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
LETTER: Look at a list of what Palin doesn't have Aug 21, 2009
7X6Z9 wrote on Aug 17, 2009 10:13 PM:" Of course the Left is terrified of Sarah Palin. That's why they spend so much time, energy, and money trying to destroy her and her family. One does not put such an effort towards an insignificant harmless target. The Left knows that SaraCuda will be a political force to be reckoned with in the near future. And as a friendly little reminder to them; The Cuda (using the innocuous and quaint forum of Face Book of all things) effortlessly dealt a bare-fisted... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Column: Cajuns could surprise Aug 19, 2009
Maybe thats to be expected of a team that finished 6-6 last season and missed out on a bowl appearance when the Independence Bowl passed them over in favor of Northern Illinois. Advertisement. (New Iberia, LA)
