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Library of Congress books coming to Geraldine Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:02PMThe Geraldine Public Library is getting a donation from the Library of Congress. The Library of Congress is donating five boxes of books to Geraldine’s library as part of the Library of Congress Surplus Program.
Ky. a finalist in 'Race to the Top' Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:02PMKentucky and Ohio are finalists again for a chunk of the U.S. Department of Education's $3.4 billion in "Race to the Top" money for education reform.
Schools chief says dealing with state can be the Dickens Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:01PMIn a nod to the best- and worst-of-times comments that open the novelist's "A Tale of Two Cities," the superintendent of the DuPage County Regional Office of Education provided her semiannual update on the state of the county's schools.
City schools to branch out in districts Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:01PMCalcutta, July 27: Several reputable Calcutta-based English-medium schools are planning to set up new branches in the districts, with the government encouraging private players to set up unaided institutions in the state.
Schools hire assistant principal Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:01PMThe Fort Payne City school board hired one administrator Monday and voted to renew a three-year contract for another. The board promoted Patrick Barnes to full-time assistant principal at Fort Payne High School.
Should your college kid live at home? Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:01PMThis isn't a decision to make lightly - it will have a huge impact on your college bill.
Louisa's Newest Elementary Ready To Open Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:00PMThe newest addition to Louisa County Schools, Moss-Nuckols Elementary in Mineral, is set to open its doors to students next week.
AP: NH's bid for federal education grant rejected Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:00PMThe U.S. Department of Education has rejected New Hampshire's application for a $75 million grant as part of the Obama administration's $3.4 billion Race to the Top competition to encourage states to revamp their education systems.
Michigan shut out in federal schools competition Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 3:59PMThe state's application sought about $400 million and outlines how Michigan would use the money to try and improve school performance
College Football: Bobcats' Hall, Griggs named preseason All-Americans Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 3:59PMSeven SLC players named to The Sports Network's FCS Preseason All-American Team
New car added to program Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:54AMA new car has been added to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Race-A-Cop program. A 2003 Police Interceptor Crown Victoria Retired Police Car will join other cars in the program that focuses on the youth of the community.
Local school districts seek board of trustee candidates Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:54AMBefore the November elections arrive, those interested in running for a board of trustees seat must file for candidacy.
Grant could provide new school building Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:53AMThe Elbert School District was selected to receive funding from a grant from the State of Colorado Building Excellent Schools Today. The district was one of 11 selected from 102 by the Public School Capital Construction Assistance Board.
Celebration is precious, as is teen's time Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:53AMYoung girls preparing for their quinceañera dream about all sorts of things: the dress, the party, possibly a limo. But for Stephanie Rosales, the key to her big day was having the best pictures — and video — possible.
Many paths can lead to life as a golf pro Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:53AMThere are 20 schools in the U.S. offering a degree in golf-course management.
FanHouse: Wiping out Mayo not enough for USC Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:52AMThe NCAA's big finish is a bucket of paint. Incoming USC school president Max Nikias said this week that Southern California will take down all representations of O.J. Mayo, including jerseys, photos and even a mural.
Fundraiser for community safety volunteer group Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:52AMOn Aug. 10, the Fish City Grill in Lone Tree will donate 15 percent of all receipts to the Community Safety Volunteer Association of Douglas County (CSVA).
Don C. Cessna, 1932-2010: Retired fire chief put protecting people first Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:52AMBy MARK ZABORNEY BLADE STAFF WRITER KANSAS, Ohio - Don C. Cessna, 78, a second-generation fire chief and a longtime firefighter in the Seneca County community where he was born, died Thursday in his home. He had leukemia the last three weeks, his son-in-law Mike Marquis said. Mr. Cessna was not yet 20 when he joined the volunteer fire department in 1950. By 1957, he was chief. "He was the ...
Lunch prices going up at some CISD campuses Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:51AMSchool lunches are going up in price in Carroll ISD elementary and intermediate cafeterias after the school board approved a price increase at its July 12 meeting.
Indians join seven teams in ‘new’ 14-4A circuit Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:21PMFebruary’s University Interscholastic League realignment was not kind to the Jacksonville Indians. And while the geographical configuration is pleasing, the district members are, for the most part, a very formidable lot.
Lifetime license winner a lucky man, again Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:21PMDaniel Hidalgo won $1,000 in Las Vegas many years ago and hadn’t won anything since. So when he went to his local Big 5 Sporting Goods store in Midland to buy a fishing license and saw a display advertising Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Lifetime Fishing Drawing, the last thing he thought was that his single entry would win.
JHS offers football camp Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:21PMJacksonville High School assistant football coach Chace Woods demonstrates the proper way to handle the football to a group of running backs during last week’s Indian Football Camp.
Eddleman bowls perfect game Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:20PMScott Eddleman of Gallatin has proven that bowling perfection is often not a one time occurrence.
Search suspended for four missing in MI med plane crash Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:19PMLUDINGTON, Mich. (WXOW) -- The U.S. Coast Guard says all agencies have stopped searching for four people missing in Lake Michigan after a plane crash during a medical flight to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Senate candidate raps Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:15PMA viral video featuring U.S. Senate candidate Alvin Greene is gaining popularity on YouTube, after it was added to the website on Wednesday.
UK football notebook: SEC Media Days get football buzzing again Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:14PMAnother Southeastern Conference Football Media Days is in the books, which means fall camp is right
When a Justice and a Case Are Too Close Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:13PMElena Kagan’s confirmation hearings have highlighted how vague the standards for recusal by Supreme Court justices are.
French hostage rescue mission in Mali fails: ministry Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:12PMBAMAKO (AFP) - A military raid failed to find any trace of a French hostage at a camp in Mali where it was believed he was being held by an Al-Qaeda-linked gang threatening to kill him, a French source said Saturday.
Incumbent's a marked man in Democratic primary Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 4:10PMState Sen. Steve Hobbs hopes it's a good year to be a moderate. The Lake Stevens Democrat is seeking a second term and facing tough challengers from the Republican Party and the left wing of his own.
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Sierchio hailed by Roseland Board of education Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:47AMROSELAND – For 42 years Richard Sierchio has given to the school district, but at a recent meeting, it was Principal David Montgomery’s turn to give something back to Sierchio … in the form of accolades.
Scholarship helps grad pursue dream Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:47AMCollege Avenue Secondary School graduate Nicholas Roelen was initially a little confused when he received the envelope with a bank's letterhead. The letter advised him he was the 2010 recipient of the T.L.[...]
School district, Palm Bay charter school ironing out fiscal issue Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:46AMBrevard Public Schools officials and representatives from Palm Bay Academy described as "productive'' an informal hearing Tuesday aimed at settling concerns about the charter school's record-keeping and finances.
Getting kids on the links Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:45AMWhen the weather gets warm and the ice melts there is no more hockey to be played. What else can be done to keep kids busy for hours on end besides soccer in Sudbury? Tom Clark, the club professional at Timberwolf Golf Club, believes there is nothing better for kids than to take up golf.[...]
Woodmore hires new basketball coach, AD Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:45AMWOODVILLE -- There will be some new faces in Woodmore sports this fall.
Racial tensions roil NC school board; 19 arrests Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:45AMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Protesters and police scuffled Tuesday at a school board meeting in North Carolina over claims that a new busing system would resegregate schools, roiling racial tensions reminiscent of the 1960s. Nineteen people were...
Office Depot Signs on as Official Sponsor of Back to School for Chicago Public Schools Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:45AMBOCA RATON, Fla.----Office Depot , a leading global provider of office products and services, today announced that the Company has been designated an “Official Sponsor of Back to School” for Chicago Public Schools.
The hidden cost of college search businesses: The Real Deal Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:44AMThere are several companies that offer help to parents of college students who are looking ahead to the future and the cost of college. But what's the Real Deal on...
Wish list says plenty about BSD priorities Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 7:44AMWell, now that the Brandon School Division's wish list is out, it shows that our school trustees didn't know up from down when they disregarded pleas by Brandon's taxpayers not to convert Harrison Middle School to a single-track French school.
BASEBALL: Dean schools Acushnet in opener Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:43AMACUSHNET - North Attleboro product Evan Dean did the job with his pitching arm and the bat Monday night in the American Legion Zone 9 playoff opener, helping South Attleboro to a 4-3 victory over Acushnet in Game 1 on the best-of-three, first-round series.
St. Joe & Washington Agree to Historic Grid Iron Game Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:43AMSt. Joseph and Washington have agreed to play one another in football this season on Friday, Oct. 8, 2010. The meeting will mark the first ever meeting between the two Greenville teams. An official announcement is forthcoming from both schools.
School names Wygal to post Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:43AMNewcomer picked for assistant principal job at Sycamore Park
GOBIS: Diving into her work Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:43AMIt has been like second nature. Everywhere she's turned, there's always been water in her life. Back in the days as a swimmer at Attleboro High and then at the University of Rhode Island.
Our Big Mistake Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:43AMhttp://www.JewishWorldReview.com | The latest Washington Post/ABC News Poll tells the story: Nearly six in 10 voters say they have "just some" or no confidence in President Obama to make the right decisions for the country.
And now for the important news .... Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:41AMhttp://www.JewishWorldReview.com | Brett Favre told reporters Sunday he'd like to play NFL football this fall but injuries have him considering retirement. The quarterback says the same thing every July just like clockwork. He's broken so many records he's starting to sound like one.
Primary battle pits Davis against Rupp Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:41AMVoters in the Aug. 3 primary will choose between two candidates for the Republican nomination for the Missouri Senate's 2nd District seat.
Secular Syria bans Islamic veil at universities Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:40AMOpponents say such bans violate freedom of religion and personal choice.
Chamblee changes plans Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:39AMLindsay Chamblee was preparing for life after track and field.
Easy Roads: 10 Potential BCS Teams Who Could Benefit From Soft Schedules Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 1:38AMThe road to a BCS game is surely a long and grueling one for any team. But for some, it can be a little easier depending on the way their schedule sets up. While schools like Florida, Alabama, Miami, and others all have a daunting set of games on tap for the 2010 season, there are a few teams that have lucked out and benefited from a not-so-tough slate. While no team has an easy schedule, there ...
Oxford to vote in October on school bond issue Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:26PMOXFORD – Oxford School District voters will choose Oct. 26 whether to approve up to $30 million in bonds to replace the 50-year-old Oxford High School with a new facility.