News 2008-04-26 Andanh.com

Biker killed on Parkside Drive Sun, 27 Apr 2008 01:02:00 -0000
A man died tonight in a motorcycle wreck on Parkside Drive, authorities said.

Family's third baby is St. Mary's 100,000th Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:08 -0000
Newborn Blaiklee Alexis Faye Tassos lies cradled in her mother's arms in their hospital room at St. Mary's Medical Center. Resting with her blue eyes shut, the infant is completely unaware of her significance as the hospital's 100,000th birth.

Alleged camera shooter arrested Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:05 -0000
The legal woes for accused red-light camera shooter Clifford Clark just keep growing.

Kid law's funding criticized Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:04 -0000
Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal Warren Mays is diplomatic when asked about the lack of funding for the elite fugitive-finding squad's newest task.

2 hurt in shooting at E. Knox sports bar Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:02 -0000
Two men were in critical condition Friday after a shooting at an East Knoxville sports bar, police said.

Historic YMCA unveils upgrades Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxville's historic Lindsay Young Downtown YMCA has had a face-lift for the 21st century.

Thousands watch bands, listen to Graham, accept Christ at festival kickoff Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
His advance team began infiltrating Knoxville a year ago, and Friday night Franklin Graham dropped a salvation bomb at Thompson-Boling Arena.

State briefs: April 26 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxville police placed 17 charges and issued three citations at this year's second Sundown in the City, which attracted an estimated 12,000 people to Market Square.

Dogwood Arts Festival Parade draws thousands on rain date Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
There were fewer bands and fewer fans than expected at the 48th annual Dogwood Arts Festival Parade, but the weather cooperated and the thousands who turned out were urged to get into the act.

Christian, Newsom memorialized with scholarships Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
ALCOA - Two families devastated by unimaginable acts of violence are finding comfort in two low-key acts of charity.

McMillan forms exploratory committee for gubernatorial run Sat, 26 Apr 2008 21:40:00 -0000
NASHVILLE — Former state House Majority Leader Kim McMillan has formed a committee to explore a gubernatorial run. McMillan, a Clarksville Democrat, is the first person to take such a formal step toward running for governor in 2010.

Loudon County picks Honeycutt as new schools superintendent Sat, 26 Apr 2008 20:19:00 -0000
LOUDON — The Loudon County school board today voted unanimously to offer a contract for director of schools to former Roane County superintendent Wayne Honeycutt.

Knoxville woman killed in Roane County wreck Sat, 26 Apr 2008 19:27:00 -0000
KINGSTON — A 79-year-old woman died today in a wreck on Gallaher Road in Roane County, authorities said.

Defendant in 1999 triple slaying pleads to drug charges Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:31:00 -0000
CLEVELAND, Tenn. — One of three defendants charged the 1999 Valentine’s Day triple slayings in Cleveland has pleaded guilty to unrelated narcotics charges.

Elvis writer Bill E. Burk dies in Memphis at age 75 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:29:00 -0000
MEMPHIS — Bill E. Burk, author and former Memphis newsman who covered the last 20 years of Elvis Presley’s life, died Thursday. He was 75.

Driver charged in train derailment Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:27:00 -0000
ARLINGTON, Tenn. — The driver of a tractor-trailer that was struck by a CSX train in Arlington and caused about 10 cars to derail was charged in the accident.

Freedom Riders to get honorary degrees Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The TennesseanFreedom Riders from Tennessee stand at the door of a Greyhound bus in Birmingham, Ala., on May 19, 1961. The Board of Regents changed its decision to deny honorary degrees to 14 students expelled for participating in Freedom Rides of the 1960s civil-rights movement.

New proposal issued in supreme wrangle Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NASHVILLE - Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey has proposed an overhaul of the state system for appointing new judges, while Gov. Phil Bredesen is threatening to use his veto power to bring more openness to the process.

Vines: Democrats to show solidarity Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Key supporters of Barack Obama for president say they plan to attend the East Tennessee Truman Day dinner next month, where James Carville, a national political consultant and strong supporter of Hillary Clinton for president, will speak.

Obama presses on gas prices; Clinton pushes back Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
INDIANAPOLIS - Democrat Barack Obama on Friday blamed high gasoline prices on Washington and a political establishment, including his rivals for the presidency, that he says hasn't stood up to oil companies.

Al-Sadr says threat of 'open war' against U.S. only Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BAGHDAD - Radical Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr called for an end to Iraqi bloodshed on Friday and said his threat of an "open war" applies only to U.S.-led foreign troops - stepping back from a full-blown confrontation with the government over a crackdown against his followers.

Ragsdale supplies more info on p-card repayments Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knox County Mayor Mike Ragsdale provided more documentation Friday to address questions remaining in the county auditor's 10-month-old purchasing card audit.

Cades Cove Loop Road opening late next week Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
GATLINBURG - Traffic through a popular sightseeing spot in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will be limited during morning hours next week for road repair.

Campbell County man killed when ATV flips Sat, 26 Apr 2008 03:35:00 -0000
A Pioneer man was killed this afternoon when he lost control of the all-terrain vehicle he was driving.

Suspect leaps from fourth floor fleeing Knoxville police Sat, 26 Apr 2008 03:00:00 -0000
A child abuse suspect was hospitalized tonight after jumping an estimated 40 feet from an apartment balcony in East Knoxville in a failing bid to escape from Knoxville Police Department officers, authorities said.

It's science vs. religion again in Louisiana's Legislature Sat, 26 Apr 2008 14:11:00 -0000
BATON ROUGE, La. - Jeffrey Gimble's work here may be done — sooner than he wants it to be.

No place like home for recent college grads Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEW YORK - When Melissa Jenkins received her college diploma last year, she was ready to get on with life - and move in with her parents.

Cost of gasoline ticks up again Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEW YORK - Oil prices rose sharply Friday on news that a ship under contract to the U.S. Defense Department fired warning shots at two boats in the Persian Gulf. Retail gas prices, as expected, rose further into record territory, nearing $3.60 a gallon.

Millions paid in telemarketing suit Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Wachovia Corp. has agreed to pay an estimated $144 million to settle federal allegations that it failed to stop telemarketers charged with taking advantage of thousands of elderly consumers.

Shark attack closes beach Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
SOLANA BEACH, Calif. - A shark believed to be a great white killed a 66-year-old swimmer with a single bite across both legs Friday as the man trained with a group of triathletes, authorities and witnesses said. Dave Martin, a retired veterinarian from Solana Beach, was attacked at San Diego County's Tide Beach around 7 a.m., authorities and family friend Rob Hill said.

Officers cleared in groom's 50-shot killing Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEW YORK - Civil-rights leaders demanded a federal investigation and vowed to march through the streets in protest after three police officers were cleared of all charges Friday in the killing of an unarmed man cut down in a hail of 50 bullets on his wedding day.

Countdown to I-40 closure: 4 days Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Navigating SmartFIX40 - Countdown to closure - 4 days (with this count, the 1 day will print on April 29, meaning that April 30 is THE day, technically correct because it closes at 12:01 a.m. May 1.

76ers stagger playoff-savvy Pistons Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The 76ers added one more surprise victory in a season stuffed with them. The win wasn't the shocker - it was the way Philadelphia completely thrashed the playoff-tested Detroit Pistons in the third game that was the stunner.

Titans are in a good spot for a playmaker Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NASHVILLE - Vince Young has an offensive rookie of the year award and a playoff appearance in his first two NFL seasons.

Peralta is Indians' Jhonny on the spot Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Jhonny Peralta stung the Yankees. Andy Pettitte was stung worse.

Werth noting: 4 HRs in 5 games Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Former Tennessee Smoky Jason Werth is swinging a hot bat.

Scott shortens trip home, leads Nelson Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Adam Scott returned to Australia after the Masters. It was a short visit.

Football notebook: April 26 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Cowboys claim Pacman deal could wait

NFL draft appears long on linemen, not on time Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The NFL unveils its new and, league officials hope, improved draft today in New York, hoping to speed its way through a set of proceedings that should include early runs on linemen, cornerbacks and running backs.

UCLA quarterbacks injured again Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
LOS ANGELES - UCLA quarterbacks Pat Cowan and Ben Olson are hurt again after struggling through injuries last season.

Stewart says he received another offer Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
TALLADEGA, Ala. - So often tempestuous, Tony Stewart was the picture of perfect calm Friday as he strolled through the garage seemingly without a care.

Walk in the park (six) is bad for Samardzija Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
SEVIERVILLE - Tennessee pitching coach Dennis Lewallyn stood on the top step of the Smokies' dugout and rubbed his forehead as a frustrated Jeff Samardzija tried to find the strike zone.

Seymour won't allow loss to slow progress Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
MARYVILLE - Seymour High School baseball coach Scott Norman can stomach a loss if it helps his team prepare for the postseason.

Powell seniors get job done before prom Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Since the dirt-under-the-fingernails, strawberry-on-the-knee look isn't en vogue at proms, Powell High School softball coach David McGill conceded to his six seniors' requests.

Webkinz pets cuddle up to East Tennessee market Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:10 -0000
A decade after the Beanie Baby boom, a relatively new line of plush animals is hoping to corner the market on fun. Introduced about three yeas ago, Webkinz are finally a hit in East Tennessee.

Business briefs: April 26 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
STOCKS MOSTLY UPWall Street ended its second straight winning week with a moderate advance Friday, overcoming concerns about consumer confidence and inflation.

Restoration Outreach reopening Five Points gas station, convenience store Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Snickers bars and M&M's were on the shelves, SunnyD and apple juice were in the coolers, but there was no sign of Budweiser, Marlboros or Lady Bucks lotto tickets this week at a Five Points convenience store that's set for a revival.

Business owner pockets green for thinking green Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxville businessman Darryl Harvey will save money and energy with the $20,000 check he will receive today as part of the ninth annual EarthFest celebration at Pellissippi State.

VW looks at Tenn. for plant Sat, 26 Apr 2008 04:00:00 -0000
If Chattanooga wins the battle for a new Volkswagen assembly plant, Knoxville auto parts suppliers likely would benefit, a Knoxville Chamber official says.

Knox business leaders receive Pinnacle Awards Sat, 26 Apr 2008 02:49:00 -0000
Seven Knoxville-area companies and two individuals were presented Friday with the Knoxville Chamber’s 2008 Pinnacle Awards, which recognize area businesses and business leaders for corporate and professional excellence.

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