Imported tilapia is now US catfish challenger Jun 26, 2009
Pine Bluff Commercial Online Edition. How much do you care about the personal life of politicians. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Holder Says New Hate Crime Law Needed Jun 26, 2009
Michael Jackson is pronounced dead after arriving at a hospital in a deep coma, official sources say. . (KSBW 8, CA)
2009 Football Season Countdown - FSU vs. Maryland Jun 24, 2009
Offensive Starters Returning: 54% (6 of 11)Torrey Smith (WR), Bruce Campbell (LT), Phil Costa (RG), Chris Turner (QB), Da'Rel Scott (RB), Cory Jackson (RB). Defensive Starters Returning: 36% (4 of 11)Travis Ivey (DL), Alex Wujciak (LB), Anthony Wiseman (DB), Terrell Skinner (DB). (Seminoles.com)
Women's Basketball Announces 2009-10 Recruits Jun 24, 2009
ESPN Top 100 Recruit Danni Jackson Headlines Five-Player Class ... Bozeman on Jackson: "Danni is one of the most underrated point guard's in the country. Her quickness and toughness will add a dimension to our team that will allow us to continue to compete against the top teams in the country.". (Gwsports.com)
Ex-QB surrenders on charges Jun 20, 2009
CHIEFS: Waived long snapper Thomas Gafford , wide receiver C.J. Jones , defensive tackle T.J. Jackson and linebacker Darrell Robertson. Gafford played nine games as the Chiefs' long snapper last season while Jackson played in four games a year ago. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Nadal, Safina top seeds Jun 18, 2009
Co-owner Jess Jackson's Stonestreet Farms announced that his filly will return to the track June 27 in the Mother Goose Stakes, nearly three weeks after Jackson decided to rest his star rather than run her in the Belmont Stakes. High school. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Brad Paisley cleans up at CMT Awards Jun 17, 2009
The country singer nabbed the prize for Male Video (Waitin' on a Woman) and shared awards for Collaborative Video (with Keith Urban on Start a Band) and CMT Performance (with Alan Jackson, George Strait and Dierks Bentley for Country Boy from CMT Giants: Alan Jackson). Country darling Taylor Swift was awarded Video of the Year and Female Video of the Year for Love Story, which also nabbed Video Director honors for Trey Fanjoy. (USA Today -- Life)
GA pass rusher to visit UA Jun 17, 2009
The state of Georgia has been fertile recruiting ground for Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide and one of the Tide's top targets in the Peach State for 2010 is Jackson (GA) defensive end Neiron Ball. Get the latest on where the Tide stands with Ball. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Air Force Leader Visits American Pilot Memorial in France Jun 16, 2009
Sgt. Mike Jackson, 1st Lt. Chris McDaniels and Staff Sgt. Fred Stevenson, members of the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base Honor Guard in Germany, for their support to the wreath laying ceremony at the Memorial de l'Escadrille La Fayette just outside of Paris June 13. The ceremony attended by U.S. senators, the Secretary of the Air Force, U.S. and French dignitaries, paid honor to the American volunteer combat f 00004000 lying aces known as the "Lafayette Escadrille" who flew under the... (DOD DefenseLINK)
This week's foreclosure sales Jun 16, 2009
Sutton Funding LLC v. Lisa M. Jackson, et al, 1151 Glendale Ave., Deltona, single-family residence. Wachovia Mortgage Corp. v. Tillyn Lowery, et al, North Oak Ave., Orange City, vacant land. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Duo named to All-State Jun 16, 2009
SS - Chad Dickinson, Jackson, Sr. ... Outfield: Austin Garrison, Oneonta, Sr.; Marcus Ingram, Andalusia, Jr.; Jackson Jones, Central-Florence, Sr.; Hunter Kelley, Alexandria, Jr.; Tevin Pope, Thomasville, Jr.; Stephen Starkey, Priceville, So. (Brewton Standard, AL)
BOTTOMS UP: How the elite are using a loophole to boost their staffs Jun 16, 2009
At Florida, former NFL tailback Terry Jackson serves as director of player and community relations. At South Florida, Stephen Bird, who has worked as an assistant at Pittsburgh, Kent State, Tulane, Middle Tennessee State, West Virginia, Eastern Kentucky and Bowling Green, recently joined the Bulls' staff as an offensive graduate assistant. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
With health and spirit, ‘we’ll be much improved on defense’ Jun 16, 2009
Still, the coaches are looking forward to seeing Richard Samuel, Dontavius Jackson and incoming freshman Washaun Ealey compete in preseason practice, too. We re just all going to observe and try to decide who deserves to start and who deserves the most amount of carries, Richt said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Rangers Inbox: Give Jennings a shot? Jun 16, 2009
Why didn't the Rangers get in on Edwin Jackson this offseason. -- Kevin S., Houston. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Secrecy 101: College athletic departments use vague law to keep public records from being seen Jun 6, 2009
Without full disclosure, it's hard to tell how athletes are treated, said Donald Jackson, a Montgomery, Ala ... "The extension of the legislation was never intended for (the protection of) Smooth Sonny Johnson, the booster at X University, who slides quarterback Joe Smith 500 for coming to his house to deliver the newspaper," Jackson said ... And some universities are covering up criminal behavior in the name of student privacy, say Jackson and other advocates of transparency. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Basketball game turns into brawl Jun 5, 2009
Evergreen Police tell WSFA 12 News one of those suspects, Martin Jackson may be on the run. If you can help find him, call Evergreen Police. (WSJA.com, AL)
JDCC signs players Jun 5, 2009
LHP/OF William Taylor from Jackson. RHP Ryan Drummonds from Sylacauga. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Tigers to Face Arizona State in Super Regional in Tempe, AZ this Weekend Jun 5, 2009
Jackson Third Former Tiger in MLB in 2009 Former Clemson righthander made his Major League debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the New York Mets on June 1, 2009 ... Jackson came in as a reliever and pitched an inning ... Jackson pitched for the Tigers from 2001-04, including the 2002 team that finished tied for third at the College World Series. (Clemsontigers.com)
Masons on Both Sides of Civil War Jun 4, 2009
Sirmon and Hardy Jackson, head of the History Department at Jacksonville State University in Alabama, said stories are plentiful about Southern plantation owners displaying Masonic rings or Aprons to marauding Yankee troops, who then obligingly left their plantations unharmed. Jackson said he knows of no documents proving that Sherman s men spared the torch when confronted with Masonic symbols, but that you can find a number of plantation houses still standing where one would expect to find... (Suite101.com)
Alabama DT close to pulling the trigger Jun 4, 2009
defensive tackle Jeremiah Jackson is up to around ten offers, it appears he's down to two schools and he expects to make a decision very soon. Jackson, a 6-foot-2, 265 pound defensive tackle, has a special connection with former Auburn defensive line coach Terry Price, now at Ole Miss ... Will it be enough to land Jackson in Oxford. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Best fried chicken Jun 4, 2009
I don t know if this is considered the Big A but Buckner s in Milner/Jackson (75S exit 201) best chicken hands down ... Surely its Buckners in Jackson ... All of these are good but none come close to Buckner s in Jackson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bulldog Bites: Not ready for prime time? Jun 2, 2009
Bulldog Bites: Not ready for prime time. Bulldog Bites: Not ready for prime time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bruno stunt at MTV Awards brings buzz to all Jun 2, 2009
The sun setting over Manhattan aligns exactly with the streets in a phenomenon known as "Manhattanhenge." REUTERS/Lucas Jackson. Top Stories. (Yahoo News)
Top RB Lattimore rules out Georgia Jun 2, 2009
The guys behind them are Carlton Thomas (redshirt freshman) and Dontavious Jackson (redshirt freshman) ... Caleb King, Richard Samuel, Carlton Thomas, D. Jackson and Washaun Ealey should all be on the Dawgs roster for at least another 2 years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Golf, tennis, auto racing Jun 1, 2009
HOCKEYNational Hockey LeagueDALLAS STARSFired co-general managers Brett Hull and Les Jackson. Named Joe Nieuwendyk general manager. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Traveling the Beach Road to the Gul... May 31, 2009
In 1818, Andrew Jackson and his troops passed through the area during the First Seminole War and the lake is named for him ... Frank Jackson State Park is located just north of Opp and offers fishing and swimming in its 1,000-acre stream-fed lake as well as shoreline picnic areas and lakefront RV camping sites ... The Frank Jackson Scenic Overlook just south of the lake is a relaxing place to stop. (Suite101.com)
Tigerillustrated.com's Mail Call May 30, 2009
I posed your question to Dr. Loreto Jackson this week, while preparing to release this segment of Mail Call. When Terry Don Phillips conceived the Performance Program and hired Dr. Jackson as the Director of Performance in 2005, he encouraged her to hire a sports psychologist to work with the teams ... Dr. Milt Lowder, a licensed psychologist, has worked with Dr. Jackson in this capacity since 2005. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Shelby secures $3M for regional airports May 30, 2009
Jackson Municipal, Jackson $111,546. Lawrence County, Courtland $120,073. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
JSU offensive coordinator suspended 5 days May 30, 2009
Jackson State offensive coordinator James Woody has been suspended for five days without pay, the school announced today ... Woody did not attend a staff meeting on Thursday, a day after a Jackson TV station reported that he had been fired. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Catching up with Bruce Heen May 29, 2009
I m betting that the Minnesota Vikings are letting a lot of Brett Favre smoke drift about the NFL, but when it comes time to start the season, Tarvaris Jackson is going to line up behind center. I hope I m wrong. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
George Strait Named Artist Of The Decade May 28, 2009
It features performances by Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Toby Keith, Brooks Keith Urban, Taylor Swift, Jamie Foxx, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride and more. Garth Brooks, named artist of the decade for the 1990s, presented Strait his award. (KWTX.com, TX)
Alabama 'TimesDaily' Appoints New Publisher May 28, 2009
He most recently has been director of operations at The Clarion-Ledger in Jackson, Miss. "I am excited about the opportunity to work at the TimesDaily and I am looking forward to learning the market and getting involved in the community," Sandlin said. (MediaWeek.com)
In memory of those who served May 28, 2009
Names of soldiers who lost their lives in battle during World War I, World War II, the Korean Conflict and the Global War on Terrorism were read and honored by Charles Jackson. As names were read, family members joined officials around the Veteran s Memorial monument and joined in prayer to end the ceremony. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Across the area May 28, 2009
Aiken County authorities arrested Dean Thomas Fasenmyer, 34, of the 2700 block of Green Pond Road, Jackson, and charged him with criminal sexual conduct with a minor, second degree, and committing or attempting a lewd act upon a child under 16. Arrest warrants accuse Mr. Fasenmyer of having sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old on Feb. 14, 2005, in Jackson. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Oldest black Alabama city in peril May 27, 2009
seniorlady wrote on May 26, 2009 11:05 PM:" The article says the end of racial segregation happened, and what do you suppose that means. The whites moved away to other counties and took their tax dollars with them. Now; let me tell you a little story. I have a sister who lives in Jackson, Tn. and every year she raises a garden to can and preserve for winter. There are black people who live behind her and the woman came into her garden TWICE and pulled the bottom of her shirt out and loaded it... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
First black mayor in New England dies May 27, 2009
Leo Jackson, elected in New London, Conn ... - Former New London Mayor Leo Jackson, the first black mayor in New England, has died ... Jackson's election by fellow city councilors in 1979 drew national media coverage. (MSNBC -- Race)
Beer gets stronger May 26, 2009
Thomas Jackson, D-Thomasville, won legislative approval last week. State Sen. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Foreclosures May 24, 2009
William David Jackson v. Beachside Resources Ltd. Co., 300 Washington St., New Smyrna Beach, duplex. Wells Fargo Bank v. William W. Eldridge, et al, 1332 Osprey Nest lane, Port Orange, single-family residence. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Stepfather Gets 130 Years For Molesting Girls May 22, 2009
In March a jury found 47-year-old Kenneth Eugene Jackson guilty on eight counts of molestation and aggravated sexual assault between 2002 and 2007, beginning when the girls were 9 and 7 years old ... The victims' aunt urged Judge Carol Ash to "throw the book" at Jackson ... Jackson avoided eye contact with family members during the sentencing. (KCRA 3, CA)
Mrs. Pauline Chambers Baker1923-2009 May 22, 2009
She is survived by her daughters, Gale Parrott of Alexander City, Ruth Goins of Florence, Clack Bickham (George), of Charleston, WV, Jimmie Jackson of New Site, Betty Bence (Charles), of Calera; sons, James E. Sanders (Linda) of Sylacauga, Jerry Sanders (Sarah) of Alexander City and Mike Sanders (Debbie) of Sylacauga; nine grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; sisters, Maxine Sims of Selma, Darlene Hearn of Alexander City; brothers, Weaver Chambers of Alexander City, Roy Chambers and Ray... (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
VH1 Presents a Slate of All-New Series, Documentaries and Specials for Summer 2009 May 22, 2009
In the series, T.O. will be shadowed in the off-season by his best friends / publicists Monique Jackson and Kita Williams as they battle the two sides of his large personality. Viewers will discover that behind all the braggadocio, emotional histrionics, and sculpted physique, that is the outspoken media magnet known to the world as "T.O." -- there is also a quiet, sensitive, mild-mannered guy from Alexander City, Alabama. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
JSU stays alive in SWAC play May 22, 2009
BATON ROUGE Jackson State pounded out 14 hits today on its way to a 17-7 victory over Alabama An elimination game at the Southwestern Athletic Conference baseball tournament. The Tigers (35-20) will play again on Friday at noon against the loser of todays later game between Grambling State and Southern University. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mrs. Edith Belle Nolen1914-2009 May 21, 2009
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard Herbert Nolen; sisters, Claudie Jackson and Jewel Adams; and brothers, Henry Grady Veazey, Fare Veazey, John L. Veazey, Troy Veazey and Daniel P. Veazey. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Hillabee Baptist Church, 1781 Hialeah Circle, Alexander City, AL 35010. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Why Erk should be in the Hall of Fame May 19, 2009
When people ask me the question, Do you really think [Jacksonville] is a neutral site ... Jacksonville is as much South Georgia as it is North Florida, geographically ... Athens Jacksonville Gainesville Atlanta. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Five-man DT rotation strong for Clemson May 18, 2009
2008 season: Was pushed out of a red-shirt situation and into a key role when Cumbie and Rashaad Jackson went down with injuries ... 2008 recap - This group sustained two major blows last August, first with the loss of Rashaad Jackson (torn quad tendon), and secondly with the loss of Cumbie (broken left wrist) in the season opener ... Jackson would return to work sparingly in six games (116 snaps), but was never the same. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Stimulus yet to reach... May 18, 2009
"I have been looking and most of the time you go to a place, they are saying: 'No jobs. No applications','' is how Beatrice Jackson explained a job search going on six months. "You have to go looking and you have to apply for jobs, but there ain't nothing really in Selma ... " Jackson was one of more than 300 workers at a cigar factory owned by a company called Altadis USA. Harsh news spread there in November. On the factory floor, the word was that just shy of 40 workers would lose their jobs,... (CNN -- Law)
Jackson Hospital shows off newest additions May 18, 2009
Jackson Hospital is showing off its new and improved Mom and Baby Center ... These new suites are available to all mothers planning to deliver at Jackson ... "They're now big enough for an entire family to come in a visit with the mom during the labor process," said Agatha King with Jackson Hospital. (WSJA.com, AL)
Helping kids top priority for judge May 17, 2009
He was probably one of the most politically sophisticated people I ve ever known, said his longtime friend, Superior Court Judge T. Jackson Bedford. Sammy knew the lay of the land, and he was the type of person who could work with everybody and make things work. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
GM guts local dealership of franchise May 16, 2009
Meantime, these are the area GM dealers who survived the cuts; Capitol Chevrolet in Montgomery; Larry Puckett Chevrolet in Prattville; Reliable Cadillac Pontiac GMC in Selma; Bill Jackson Chevrolet Cadillac Pontiac Buick GMC in Troy; Stokes Automotive Group in Clanton. Other GM dealers haven't returned our calls and a full list of closures is not yet available. (WSJA.com, AL)
2 Dead in Plane Crash in East Alabama May 16, 2009
Lee County Sheriff's Captain Van Jackson said deputies responded to a call on Friday regarding a downed plane near the Beauregard community. The cause of the crash was not immediately known. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Chrysler eliminates 14 Georgia dealerships May 15, 2009
Harry Lewis C-P Inc., 196 Alabama Boulevard in Jackson. John Cullen Dodge LLC, 40 Walt Sanders memorial Drive in Newnan. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
EARLY BIRDS: ACC renews push for an early signing period May 15, 2009
Ole Miss athletic director Pete Boone told The (Jackson, Miss. Clarion-Ledger the APR should not cost the Rebels scholarships beyond 2010. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
TRM honors spring teams May 14, 2009
and former T.R. Miller coach Alan Baker presented House resolutions and proclamations to the girss basketball head coach Ron Jackson for their state championship and to T.R. Miller athletic director and head football coach Jamie Riggs for being named Greater Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce s citizen of the year. Baker said House resolutions would also be made for the class 3A state champion boys track teams. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Police to increase safety patrols May 13, 2009
Abbett said the checkpoints would take place between May 19 and May 30 in some of the following locations: Young s Ferry Road, Knox Road, the Still Waters area, Dudleyville Road, County Road 79, Jones Road, the Reeltown area, Pearson Chapel Road, Daviston and Main Street in Jackson s Gap. Article Rating. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Bucknell Men's Golf Tees Off Thursday in NCAA Regionals May 13, 2009
Team Champion: Houston (602)Bucknell Finish: 21st (648)Bucknell Individuals: Bob Miller (80-79--159); John Dunn (80-80--160); Jim Ladd (82-79--161); Stan Jackson (82-86--168). 1961 NCAA ChampionshipCourse: Purdue University Course (Lafayette, Ind. (Bucknellbison.com)
CLICK HERE! To Follow The Marist Men's Tennis Team At The NCAA Tournament - FINAL POST - 7:55 P.M. SATURDAY May 12, 2009
I had the pleasure of meeting a few members of the University of Florida staff including Andy Jackson, the head men's tennis coach, Denver Parlor, University of Florida Men's Tennis Media Contact, and the one of the Gators' administrative assistants, Kris. The staff in Gainesville has been extremely helpful and accommodating. (Goredfoxes.com)
ACC Atlantic: What we still don’t know May 12, 2009
The redshirt freshman from Jacksonville impressed a lot of people with his arm this spring and appears to have the edge over highly-regarded sophomore Willy Korn ... Redshirt freshman Spencer Benton seemed to have the edge over redshirt junior Richard Jackson but Swinney has not named a starter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Bama booster loses bid for new trial vs. NCAA May 12, 2009
Jackson County Circuit Judge John Graham sided with a fellow judge who ruled that Scottsboro businessman Ray Keller was not entitled to a new trial. Jurors in Keller's hometown had awarded him $5 million at the conclusion of a trial in 2007. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Mission Accomplished! Tulane Golfers Punch... May 10, 2009
Tulane Official Athletic Site. Mission Accomplished. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Chamber announces small biz winners May 9, 2009
Category 1 (Under $500,000 annual operating budget) Wendy Jackson, executive director of. Category 2 ($501,000-$1 million): Mike Singer, executive director of of Alabama. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Silva And Thomson Lead Seminoles In Second Round Of NCAA East Regional Golf Championship May 9, 2009
Jackson State 660 11. East Carolina 596. (Seminoles.com)
Another View: The best nominee? Surprise us May 9, 2009
Neither, for that matter, had justices Robert H. Jackson or Felix Frankfurter, who weren't exactly judicial slouches. Obama knows all this well, which is why he should have the courage to reach beyond the narrow strictures of the recent past and look to the private bar, the statehouses, state courts and, perhaps, legal academia for the next nominee. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Wiregrass Honor Flight preps for first trip May 9, 2009
"Oh yes I'm ready to go, I'm just getting my rest today," says Jackson Granberry, a WWII vet from Ashford. Jackson Granberry was just 23 when he was drafted into the U.S. Army now 65 years later he says he can't wait to see the memorial. (WSJA.com, AL)
Tulane Golfers Move into Sixth Place after... May 9, 2009
Jackson State (+100). Individual Leaders (Top-10): 1. (Tulanegreenwave.com)
Huxford chosen for state study May 8, 2009
The schools included in the study are, Huxford (Escambia County), Calcedeaver (Mobile County), Dutton (Jackson County), Ervin (Wilcox County), Fruithurst (Cleburne County), Harlan (Covington County), Meek (Winston County), Phil Campbell (Franklin County), Southern Choctaw (Choctaw County) and Turner (Perry County). Time and time again, Huxford has been recognized for its excellence in the classroom, and this go-around, the school s high-performance has afforded it the opportunity to be involved... (Atmore Advance, AL)
