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Best & Worst Moments of 2008 ... and hopes for 2009 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:41PMHillary Heisel, THS senior Student Council President
2009’s first baby born Friday Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:26PMMarisela Serenity Salles, the first New Year’s baby born on the second day of the year, was decked out with pink bunny slippers as she slept on her flowered pink blanket Friday.
Illinois Senate Appointee Burris Plans Busy Sunday Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 8:16AMIll. Senate appointee Roland Burris to speak with ministers, supporters ahead of DC departure
Consultant: Report on Kalabera Cave parking space misleading Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 8:06AMHerman B. Cabrera, project consultant for the Kalabera Cave development initiative, has denied having issued any statement that a parking space for tour buses, vans, and cars would be 8,000 square meters of public lands.
Illinois Senate appointee Burris plans busy Sunday Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:50AM Senate appointee Roland Burris plans to speak before Chicago ministers and supporters before he departs for Washington.
School with low pass rate vows to do better Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:50AMAt one of the poorest performing schools in the Western Cape - where about 60 percent of matriculants failed - it will be back to the drawing board in 2007.
Veteran, military chaplain may get a lift to national World War II memorial Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:48AMSick or injured veterans often uttered their last words to him before they died.
Independent, Tajiks Revel in Their Faith Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:43AMMuslims in Tajikistan are now able to express their faith after years of Soviet rule in which any public expression of religion was banned and harshly punished.
Lawmaker in Kentucky Mixes Piety and Politics Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:43AMFor more than 30 years, Tom Riner, a state representative, has devoted himself to injecting God into the public arena.
The Irish Economys Rise Was Steep, and the Fall Was Fast Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:35AMThe Irish developer Sean Dunne, who became a symbol of the countrys boom, faces a foundering economy.
Discarded Trees To Go Up in Flames Tonight Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:16AMIn a New Year’s Eve tradition that dates back to 1936, Bartow will set fire to its discarded Christmas trees this evening at 6:30 p.m. at Mary Holland Park.
NEW LOCAL: Pro-life events coming up Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:10AMThe anniversary of the Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion is being marked with local and national pro-life events.
Religious Broadcaster Upbeat On US Recovery Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:10AMVIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) - Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson is out with his annual predictions, forecasting an economic recovery and a rejection of Islam as what he calls a "religion of hate." Robertson
Faith in Brief: 01/03/2009 Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:47AMGospel choir will perform at Dennos; Information session on Anglican Church
Preaching Moderate Islam and Becoming a TV Star for Youths Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 8:43AMThe religion-themed television shows of a new generation of satellite sheiks have helped fuel a religious revival across the Arab world.
11:15 a.m. Oklahoma lawmaker seeks prayer in school Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:45AMOKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A state lawmaker wants voters to amend the state constitution to allow prayer in schools, a proposal that critics say is unnecessary.
Church briefs for January 2 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:41AMArea church briefs for January 2 including the Healing Rooms of Isaiah 6:8 Ministries and Preachersville United Methodist Church.
Egypt and Jordan crack down on anti-Israel rallies Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:35AM Source: Reuters * Egyptian and Jordanian police curb anti-Israel protesters * Jordan opposition has biggest rally in years to back Hamas * At least 50 demonstrators injured in Indian Kashmir By Richard ...
Rev. Grady H. Pierce Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:28AMThe Rev. Grady H. Pierce, 73, of Broken Arrow, Okla, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Services were held Monday, Dec. 22, in Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel in Broken Arrow, with interment in the Floral Haven Garden of Prayer.
Carlisle CARES voted top Sentinel story of the year Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:20AMWhen we began our annual newsroom banter about the top story of 2008, it didn’t take long until we had a lengthy list of contenders.
First year student traveled from Bhutan in South Asia to Knox College. Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 11:20AMKnox College is an intellectual melting pot of students from around the world. There are currently 1,371 undergraduates at Knox, from 48 states and 42 countries. They all are free to share their creative ideas in science, the humanities, and the arts.
Peaks and valleys of political speech in 2008 Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:39AMWith politicians running in 11 statewide races and the presidential circus in town, voters and reporters were paying attention to every word that was said.
With a new year, hope for new starts Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:36AMAt a shelter in Westerly, last year was one to forget for some residents.
Pope calls for solidarity as economic crisis bites Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:31AM Pope Benedict ushered in the New Year on Thursday by appealing for solidarity worldwide to fight global poverty made worse by the financial crisis.
One day at a time for parents of Isaac Palomarez | By Sarah Bultema Loveland Reporter-Herald Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:26AMElma and Candido Palomarez wrapped their arms around each other as they whispered a prayer over their son’s grave. It’s been nearly seven months since their 26-year-old son, Isaac Palomarez, was buried at Resthaven Memory Gardens – yet they continue to make the trip to his final resting place at least once a week.
Daily Herald Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:26AMAfter oceans of tears and tons of prayers, the Dylan Moore family is starting the New Year off right. “Two weeks ago, Dylan’s future looked very bleak! The docs told us that he may not come home. Well, Dylan’s Team showed us all what the power of prayer can do!”
Daily Herald Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:25AMWELDON — Mother Susie “Sue Mc” McDaniel, 85, departed this life on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008. Sue Mc was born June 28, 1923, in Tillery, and attended school in Halifax County.
Daily Herald Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:25AMROANOKE RAPIDS— To the untrained eye, 2-year old Kevin “K.J.” Clark Jr. looks happy and healthy. He smiles readily at any attention, loves hugs from his mom and dad, and tries hard to keep up with his brother Tyvon and sister Jessica.
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The Billings Outpost Classifieds Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:09AMBROADWATER MERCANTILE ANTIQUES Anniversary sale now underway. Storewide discounts from 10% - 50%. Most furniture discounted 20%. Many new items including Red Wing crocks, jewelry, Ohio Art children’s dishes, and books.
The triumph of consensus Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:01AMAretha Franklin, the queen of soul herself, will sing; the Rev. Rick Warren will deliver a surely purpose-driven prayer; Yo-Yo Ma will play the cello and Itzhak Perlman the violin; a certified professor of African American Studies will contribute the inaugural poem ... and so eclectically on.
Redd scores 25 in Bucks win over Spurs Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:31AMSAN ANTONIO -- When he saw Tim Duncan pump fake Andrew Bogut off his feet and drive right up to the rim with less than 5 seconds left, San Antonio guard Roger Mason thought it was as good of a last shot as anyone could want.
Wisconsin Freedom from Religion Foundation sues to ban prayer from Barack Obamas inauguration Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:26AMMADISON A group advocating separation of church and state is suing to keep prayer out of the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration.
2008: The best and worst in travel Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 12:13AMFrom altitude sickness to Bhutan and the Amazon jungle our writers reflect on the highs and lows of travelling in 2008.
Bartlett boys get tickets to inauguration Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 12:12AMA bit of wishful thinking earned two young Bartlett brothers a Christmas surprise they say they will never forget -- tickets to the Jan. 20 presidential inauguration.
At 26, Cosby provides seasoned leadership at UT Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 12:11AMBy JIMMY BURCH AUSTIN — Texas receiver Quan Cosby needs two catches against Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl to become the second player in school history with 200 receptions in his college career. The only Longhorn ahead of Cosby (198 catches) on Texas’ career list is Dallas Cowboys’ receiver Roy Williams, with 241 from 2000-2003. Cosby, a senior, would like to join the 200 Club in his final ...
Top 10 Sports Stories of 2008: No. 4 Bulldog football is back Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:59PMWhen the Bulldogs first reported to camp on Aug. 4, head coach Ken Craig had a feeling he had an exceptional team on his hands. He felt New Waverly could be a special team and have a good season. The Bulldog players began to feed off that optimism and were talking playoffs.
Undeniable Christmas Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:49PMWhen tragedy struck, hope rose for one mid-valley family
Warm for the holidays Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:24PMASHEVILLE – Hundreds of families will have a little extra warmth this winter with the donation of more than 1,000 woven blankets to Eblen-Kimmel Charitable Group.
155 killed as Israel targets Hamas Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:42AMIsraeli warplanes retaliating for rocket fire from Gaza pounded dozens of security compounds across the Hamas-ruled territory in unprecedented waves of air strikes, killing at least 155 and wounding more than 310 in the bloodiest day in Gaza in decades.
Israel air strikes on Gaza kill 155 Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:42AMHundreds are wounded in the attacks, a response to rocket fire from Gaza on Israeli border towns. Israeli warplanes retaliating for rocket fire from the Gaza Strip pounded dozens of security compounds across the Hamas-ruled territory in unprecedented waves of airstrikes today, killing at least 155 and wounding more than 310 in the single bloodiest day of fighting in recent memory. ...
Israel launches air strikes on Gaza, 155 dead Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:41AMSat, Dec 27, 2008 (6:30 a.m.)
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Israel launches air strikes on Gaza, at least 145 dead Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:31AMIsraeli warplanes retaliating for rocket fire from the Gaza Strip pounded dozens of security compounds across the Hamas-ruled territory in unprecedented waves of airstrikes Saturday, killing at least 155 and wounding more than 310 in the single bloodiest day of fighting in recent memory.
Israel launches air strikes on Gaza, 155 dead Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:28AMIsraeli warplanes retaliating for rocket fire from the Gaza Strip pounded dozens of security compounds across the Hamas-ruled territory in unprecedented waves of airstrikes Saturday, killing at least 155 and wounding more than 310.
Pakistan says no war with India amid calls for calm Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:16AMPakistan again said that it did not want war with India, as the international community tried to defuse tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbours after Islamabad moved troops to the border.
Against racism: Faith to action Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 8:15AMEarl and Mary Guthrow are active in the faith-based action group and the Community Dialogue on Race and Racism.
Torah Portion: Vayeshev Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 10:04AMThe great historical event of Hanukkah, the victory of the few Hasmoneans against the mighty Greek-Syrian empire, culminated in the return of the Judeans to the Holy Temple, the purification of the sacred menorah ( Al HaNissim Prayer), and the miracle of the small cruse of pure oil - sufficient for only one day - which lasted for eight days.
Prayers for Mumbai victims Monday, December 22, 2008 @ 10:00AMGLASTOBURY - Rabbi Craig Marantz of Congregation Kol Haverim in Glastonbury said a prayer at a recent interfaith prayer meet and open forum organized by CT Indian Life, a monthly magazine for Indian-Americans in Connecticut.