Face for radio? Oct 20, 2009
Foley can only do the show one day a week, he s very busy now carrying on affiars with surfer boys at the Lake Worth Pier every day, getting action in his car parked on the north side under the trees at the park. And by the way, Foley does swallow. (The Palm Beach Post)
History comes to life for local students Oct 20, 2009
I think it s a good way to give kids an opportunity to see what we have to offer at the park, he said. And it gives them an opportunity to interact with the birds we bring to the event. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Ride Tar Heel Express To FSU Game Oct 20, 2009
The shuttles will provide continuous and fully accessible service, running every 10 to 15 minutes between the park and rides and Kenan Stadium. The shuttles will operate for forty-five (45) minutes following the game. (Tarheelblue.com)
ACC Soccer Championships Return To WakeMed Soccer Park Oct 17, 2009
The park is a frequent home to professional matches, high school tournaments and other events such as youth football, lacrosse and ultimate Frisbee. A world-class cross country course encircles the park, and will be the site of the 2009 ACC Championships. (Tarheelblue.com)
Homer-Happy Phillies Beat Dodgers 8-6 Oct 16, 2009
"Fortunately, I got it in the air and it carried out of the park.". The Dodgers got two runs back in the bottom half on Martin's RBI single and a sacrifice fly by Rafael Furcal. (Click2Houston, TX)
Sept. 18: Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
6 million people have visited the park, making the first eight months of 2009 the busiest January through August in the park s history ... For details on visiting the park, go to ... But the historic building in downtown Farmington has a new name and purpose, according to the Park Hills Daily Journal. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
Second Falls is just a third of a mile from the parking area ... The Wolfman movie doesn t hit theaters until February but Universal guests will get a preview of the character and his obsessions at the park. (Carroll County Times, MD)
One-tank trip: Lexington, N.C. Oct 9, 2009
The park contains hearthstones that are believed to be a part of the old Boone homestead, and the cave that gives the park its name, where the young Daniel purportedly hid out from Native American tribes ... The park also has a functioning steam train, as well as a plethora of antique farm machinery and a large camping area. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Renovated Beebe Memorial Park dedicated Oct 2, 2009
It honors the city, Washington Mayor Judy Meier Jennette said at the dedication ceremony at the park, located northwest of the intersection of West 11th and Bridge streets. The project to renovate the park began several years ago ... To help kick off the project, the city earmarked funding for improvements to the park. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Local residents find job search frustrating Oct 1, 2009
There s not that many jobs out there, says Jennifer Wilkins, assistant manager for the Park Avenue office. Even the seasonal employers are not anticipating hiring, especially the retail stores. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Aid, temporary morgue headed to tsunami-hit Samoas Oct 1, 2009
The park service has 13 permanent workers and between 30 and 50 volunteers, depending on the time of year. The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs said three Australians were among the dead. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Heels Moving Forward Oct 1, 2009
"A lot of times, [kids] are more resilient than the fans and the coaches because theyve got a million things going on in their life. But you focus them on, Hey, this is a new start, a new week, new team, new opponent, new challenges, 3-4 defense, and the next thing you know, theyre into the adrenaline of Lets be ready and lets play well. * The offense has been drenched in criticism every since the final horn sounded at Bobby Dodd Stadium, thanks to a putrid performance... (InsideCarolina.com)
Men's Lacrosse Oct 1, 2009
With dual majors in accounting and finance, Mike's time spent at Lehigh was far from a walk in the park. As a senior, in addition to being team captain, Rabinovitz won various awards, including Patriot League Scholar Athlete of the Year. (Patriotleague.com)
Sweet Friday sounds in the city Sep 23, 2009
ROANOKE RAPIDS The calendar turns from summer to fall today and brings the curtain down on the eighth hit season of Fridays in the Park. Advertisement. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
In dance, Trey McIntyre Project explores climate change Sep 13, 2009
But when he visited the park, ideas began to emerge. He brought back his dancers to videotape them in the natural environs, and the process of creation took off. (Boston Globe)
Rubber ducks to make weekend splash: Sep 13, 2009
It is a fun day in the park with family and friends, Gerald said, And it s a chance to win a million dollars. Copyright. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Tuckers Vaughters cleared to play, heading to USC-Ohio State Sep 11, 2009
Did you play for Central Dekalb when the park was off of Memorial Drive or Wade Walker park. Anyway I played with Patrick Pass. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Labor of love and politics in creating party boat Sep 11, 2009
The eye-catching creation served to draw attention to the rally held by the Roanoke Valley Patriots in the park and serves as a symbol for citizens groups which dislike the current administration s spending practices. The ship rose from Lord s mind and found realization in materials he already had. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
A cup of T.E.A. ” Taxed Enough Already Sep 11, 2009
The Roanoke Valley Patriots, in preparation for what s being dubbed the 9/12 Tax March on Washington, held a rally in the park, called a T.E.A. party, to gather support and get their message out to Roanoke Rapids ... The event, which drew a fair crowd of like-minded activists to the park, was hastily arranged. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Sound off! Sept. 10, 09 Sep 11, 2009
Something needs to be done about the parking at the medical facility across from the high school ; I couldn t get in for my doctors appointment because of all the people waiting for their youngsters. Something must be done. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Read more... Sep 10, 2009
Maine -- Community volunteers and Senior Corps and AmeriCorps members will join Gov. John E. Baldacci and filmmaker Aron Gaudet to create a picnic area and urban garden for families that are transitioning out of homelessness at the Park Wood Transitional Housing area in Bangor. Read more. (PNN Online)
Americans to Remember 9/11 With Acts of Service Sep 9, 2009
Maine -- Community volunteers and Senior Corps and AmeriCorps members will join Gov. John E. Baldacci and filmmaker Aron Gaudet to create a picnic area and urban garden for families that are transitioning out of homelessness at the Park Wood Transitional Housing area in Bangor. Illinois -- The White Sox are sponsoring a day of service September 10 at a high school on the south side of Chicago, starting with a rally at U.S. Cellular Field, followed by a day of painting and refurbishing at the... (PR Newswire)
Grand Canyon rangers search for missing man Sep 7, 2009
Park officials say they have no itinerary for Brunelli's visit to the park. He's described as 5-foot-10 and 200 pounds with short medium-brown hair and gray-blue eyes. (AZCentral -- News)
Dolly Parton sings at mountain park's anniversary Sep 3, 2009
Park supporters, lawmakers and others applauded Parton atop Newfound Gap on the Tennessee-North Carolina line as guests, including elderly former residents, recalled fond memories and great pride about the park's 1934 founding ... Wednesday marked the anniversary of then-president Franklin D. Roosevelt's speech in 1940 from the same stone stage as he lauded the park's creation ... "I remember seeing the president. I was only 5 years old, but I remember everybody was having a good time," said Eva... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Great Smoky Mountains National Park celebrates 75 years Sep 3, 2009
"Wow," Smokies Superintendent Dale Ditmanson said, offering a challenge to the Park Service's 310 other units to "beat that!" ... Their family lived in what became the park in 1934, and as little girls they attended President Franklin D. Roosevelt's formal dedication of the Smokies in 1940 ... President George W. Bush got as far as Knoxville's airport a few years ago, but canceled a trip into the park because of a storm. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Check Out The Latest Edition Of "Soza Says" Aug 31, 2009
As we walked out to the field a steady rain was falling on us, but that was a walk in the park compared to the downpour we would play in during the game ... It was dark as we pulled in to the parking lot, ending our 11-hour trip. (Gostanford.com)
Police: 8th person dead in Ga. mobile home attack Aug 31, 2009
The park consists of about 100 spaces and is near the center of New Hope Plantation, according to the plantation's Web site. The 1,100-acre tract is all that remains of a Crown grant made in 1763 to Henry Laurens, who later succeeded John Hancock as president of the Continental Congress in 1777. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Writer's ‘book of a lifetime' a mountain fisher's delight Aug 30, 2009
While the book has been rattling around in Casada's head for quite a while, he decided to finish it to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the park, a milestone being celebrated throughout 2009 ... After spending most of his childhood roaming the woods and streams in the park, Casada wanted the book to reflect all that he's learned on his own, from his dad, his childhood fishing friend Bill Rolen, and from the countless old timers who offered wisdom along the way ... By the time I was 12 or... (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Park Offers Racy Views Of NYC Hotel Guests Aug 26, 2009
The park recently opened atop an abandoned elevated rail line. City Council Speaker Christine Quinn has called the hotel's window action "unacceptable.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Unwise acquisitions, scandal proved too much to overcome Aug 21, 2009
Bob Leak, who was president of the from 1984 to 1988, says the Canadian company s decision to expand in North Carolina boosted RTP by bringing an international flavor to the park and paving the way for companies in Japan and Europe to look at the area. He remembers that in those days was the crown jewel of RTP, but Northern Telecom s expansion was dazzling local business insiders and sparking whispers that maybe, just maybe, RTP had landed the next IBM.. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Kawakami vs. Santana one-sided? Aug 21, 2009
They re just east of Harrisburg, PA, and should be at the park around mid-game. ccrider. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Agency says 29 species may need federal protection Aug 19, 2009
The loss of glaciers in the park by 2030 as predicted by some scientists could jeopardize the fly s habitat, the agency said. Other species face threats from habitat loss, road construction, mining, livestock, energy development, off-road vehicles and water diversions, the agency said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Heartbreak in San Diego Aug 18, 2009
The part of the park I hit it to is pretty big out there ... Padres CEO Jeff Moorad pledged $10,000 on behalf of the Padres Foundation to assist with travel costs for the parents of the Park View Little League team from suburban Chula Vista, which advanced to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa. (MSNBC -- Sports)
A hobby that pays: Recession spurs a mini, modern gold rush Aug 18, 2009
Workers bring the gold-bearing dirt from the nearby creek, and the park charges $2 a pan ... But Cathryn Struck, 8, struck gold at the park's panning site. (USA Today -- Money)
Women's Soccer Prepares for 2009 Season Aug 18, 2009
"We will be very deep and very strong in the middle of the park. Our most experienced and versatile players are in the midfield, which is key in soccer.". Kukura and Weidner combined for six goals and six assists last season and controlled the offense and shape of the ODU attack. (Odusports.com)
The Real Housewives of Atlanta should watch out for The Real Housewives of Lancaster County Aug 15, 2009
(The meeting in the park to discuss why you re talking bad about me; the meeting at dinner to discuss why you re talking bad about her, the ignoring the other one at an event, the touching of the fake boobs. It s like when Marcia Brady thought her dentist was in love with her. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Holey ground Aug 14, 2009
Maiwald, who's been the park's manager for three years, said his knowledge about sinkholes is minimal but noted he's learned more about the naturally-occurring phenomenon during his work at the park ... "Sinkholes on the park do occasionally grow," he said, adding that the occurrence of a sinkhole can happen overnight. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Park gets beauty treatment Aug 13, 2009
ROANOKE RAPIDS The park at fifth and Vance Streets is closed for a couple of months while Rivers R&D and other local crews give the place a facelift ... For years, the park s creek has caught storm water, channeled it to Rochelle Pond and eventually into the river ... With neighborhood children playing in the park it s become a danger. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Breaking down the Coaches Poll Aug 11, 2009
If Tebow stays healthy, and the wideouts make plays, it s a walk in the park. KG. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
No comments posted. Aug 7, 2009
In partnership with Beaufort County 4-H, the park hosted four weeks of camps for youngsters ... The group took a field hike to search for habitats and later studied the parks habitat-box learning tool ... Critter Camp and Camp Wannagoma are just two of the child-friendly events taking place in the park. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Merrifield & Bangs Get Set For Cape Cod Baseball League Playoffs With Chatham A's Aug 7, 2009
2-for-5 with inside the park home run, double, three runs scored and three RBI in 15-6 win over Tennessee (5/10). Tied career-high in hits with 5-for-6 game at Tennessee, homered, three runs scored and four RBI in 15-12 victory over Tennessee (5/9). (Uscsports.com)
Critter Camp Aug 7, 2009
In partnership with Beaufort County 4-H, the park hosted four weeks of camps for youngsters ... The group took a field hike to search for habitats and later studied the parks habitat-box learning tool ... By providing these programs, the explorers will be guided by the park rangers, and parents can learn about the park and where to visit on their own. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Signee Profile: Josh Leemhuis Aug 6, 2009
"He had some interest from scouts during the fall, Gibbs continued. Throughout the spring it really was not happening - for him he was going to have to have a great start to have the [scouts] come in. He actually finished strong - hitting .360 or .370 to finish the season over his last 10 or so games - but had such a slow start that guys that came out never came back. He is a 17-year-old high school kid, so of course he showed some emotion, but always came to the park with a great attitude... (InsideCarolina.com)
Sylvan Heights opens nature on new level Aug 3, 2009
It provides views of the park s wetlands from about 25 feet in the air ... While Lubbock and the other speakers were eloquent and apt in their perception of the importance and positive influence Phases II and III will have on the park and the community, it was Scotland Neck Mayor James Mills who summed it up at the event, Look what love hath wrought, after reading from Rudyard Kipling s, When Earth s Last Picture is Painted ... Mills shared how he s watched Sylvan Heights grow from the love the... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Thorstenson blows away field Aug 2, 2009
The 10-K Classic road race started at the APU campus and ended at the west end of the Park Strip Aug. 1, 2009. Related Links. (Anchorage Daily News)
Tar Heel returns home Aug 1, 2009
Bark in the Park night: Individual dog passes are $3, but the purchase knocks off $3 from the ticket price. More Sports. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tuesday morning almanac-High temperatures and high fire danger expected-Spin Meter: 'Help Wanted' counting stimulus jobs-7 NC men charged as international "jihad" group Jul 29, 2009
Would it disturb the park s peace, solitude and purpose. Or is that gone already as cars, RVs and motorcycles make their way around Rim Drive. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Lazy 5 Ranch in Mooresville, North ... Jul 24, 2009
Pets are not allowed in the park for safety reasons. Petting and Viewing Areas at the Lazy 5 Ranch. (Suite101.com)
Pride of St. Albans gathers again Jul 24, 2009
Although they ruled the park, their mother still expected the boys home shortly after school let out at 3 p.m. What if they strolled through the door at 3:10. You d get whooped, Tobin said. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
After sunset Jul 23, 2009
But when night falls, when the visitors leave and the cars filled with ice-cream-eating customers from Sara's exit out the front entrance, dozens of people still call the park home ... "It's phenomenal. I put the park to bed every night," says Operations Manager Harry Leslie, who has lived in a house on the park with his wife, Susan, since 1989 ... The park's assistant manager, Dorothy Krupa, lives in the Presque Isle Lighthouse. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Cary competes to be dubbed the nation's top tennis town Jul 18, 2009
The park has 30 lighted courts -- making it the largest single tennis site in North Carolina -- and hosts the Atlantic Coast Conference men's and women's tournaments. Cary Tennis Park also hosts tournaments for many of the 20,000 local residents who participate in organized tennis through town programming, the Western Wake Tennis Association, adult and youth leagues and school activities. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Balboa Park Cultural Partnership Hires Balboa Park Learning Institute Director Jul 17, 2009
Prior to her work in the park, Simpson led an innovative museum and school partnership program for the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and worked at museums such as the Reynolda House Museum of American Art and the North Carolina Museum of Art. Visit for more about the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Valley senior update Jul 16, 2009
The following announcements were made: Cards need to be handed in by July 16 for the walking program, shopping trip to Richmond on July 23, game time on July 24, for Fridays in the Park, jazz on Aug.13, birthday lunch is set for Sept. 10, NCASCC district picnic on Sept. 17, game time at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 20, State Fair for Nov. 4-6, and NCASCC State conference. Norman Gossett read a short story. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Top U.S. water parks Jul 16, 2009
Kalahari Resort in Sandusky, Ohio, doubled the size of the park in 2007 ... Before the dreaded "are we there yet?" echoes from the back seat, you'll be in the parking lot ... Kalahari doubled the size of the park in December 2007. (CNN)
Want a different summer vacation? Go westto Idaho Jul 16, 2009
If youre a hiker, the park also provides access to many trails throughout the foothills. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Struggling symphony slashes salaries Jul 14, 2009
Still, certain events, such as the Labor Day Pops in the Park Concert sponsored by WRAL-TV, have already been cancelled. Worters, who makes $320,250 per year, will see his compensation cut 30 percent to $235,513. (News & Observer)
Dan Nicholas Park in Salisbury, Nor... Jul 10, 2009
Spend the day or a week at the park without spending a fortune ... The park s main attractions are centrally located and many are handicap accessible ... Sports Play baseball, softball, volleyball, horseshoes, and tennis in select areas in the park. (Suite101.com)
Environmentalists Unfurl Banner On Mount Rushmore Jul 10, 2009
Greenpeace said the climbers, using existing rock anchors that the park service uses for occasional cleanings, went up the back of the monument, then rappelled down its face to unfurl a 65-by-35-foot banner reading, "America honors leaders not politicians: Stop Global Warming.". Jackley said he could not confirm Greenpeace's account. (W-USA News, DC)
Young campers learn all about nature at Goose Creek Jul 10, 2009
The event is a cooperative effort between Beaufort County 4-H and the park, according to Kelley Thompson, superintendent of Goose Creek State Park ... They know that the controlled burning done here in the park is for the health of the trees ... The park staffers also assist Hinsley in planning two weeks of Critter Camp for children in first and second grades; the final week of Critter Camp is planned for late July. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Get away from it all at Hammocks Beach Jul 9, 2009
With the recent acquisition of Jones Island, the park consists of the small 3-acre area and visitor center; Bear Island, which is the main feature of the park; Huggins Island, which is a 225-acre island located near the mouth of Bogue Inlet; and Jones Island, a smaller 22-acre island just upriver in the White Oak River. This state park is accessible only by private boat or public ferry but offers great beach recreation including memorable fishing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ocracoke celebration turns tragic (1587) Jul 8, 2009
A truck exploded shortly after 9 a.m. in the parking lot of the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) campus overlooking Silver Lake harbor ... All of our fire and rescue personnel and those from the park service were here, and we had a huge turnout of doctors and nurses who were vacationing on the island, Spencer said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
3 dead after NC fireworks go off, 1 in Pa. blast (2) Jul 7, 2009
Daily American - 3 dead after NC fireworks go off, 1 in Pa. In eastern Pennsylvania, an employee of a fireworks company staging a July Fourth celebration was killed by a separate explosion and, elsewhere, about 25 people were injured when a pedestrian bridge collapsed at festivities in northwest Indiana, authorities said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
A systematic ascension for Red Sox callup Bates Jul 7, 2009
Pedroia rushed out of the park after the Sox took batting practice at roughly 5:30 p.m.. They re expecting their first child, and she s about seven weeks away, Francona said. (Boston Globe)
Holiday Fireworks Accidents Kill 5 Workers Jul 7, 2009
Quakertown Police Chief Scott McElree said authorities immediately halted the show and evacuated part of the park in eastern Pennsylvania ... The township operates the park. (Newsmax)
Joe Montana to get $47 million in state bonds Jul 7, 2009
In the park: To hear some knowledgeable park insiders tell it, Gap founder Don Fisher's planned big contemporary art museum at the San Francisco Presidio's Main Post was ultimately doomed when both the National Park Service and National Trust for Historic Preservation weighed in against it - making an already tough political sale nearly impossible. Fisher spokesman Alex Tourk insists there wasn't "one straw that broke the camel's back" - and that ultimately they abandoned the proposed museum... (San Francisco Chronicle)
