News 2008-06-29 Andanh.com

Guard asks Army why recommended soldier didn't get Bronze Star Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:55 -0000
JELLICO, Tenn. - James Cadle says he doesn't want much - just the medal he believes he earned in Iraq three years ago.

Dragons clash at festival Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:10 -0000
Down the course come the boats, past the launch, past the sunscreen-slathered spectators on the shore, drummers drumming, coxswains screaming and paddlers paddling as fast as they can.

New state law meant to discourage metal thieves Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
With a new state law coming into effect, local scrap metal dealers and police are getting ready to make things harder on thieves who want to sell stolen goods.

UT rules Knox pay list Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
This year's list of the 100 highest-paid public officials in Knox County is overwhelmingly orange.

Brown not injured in wreck Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEWPORT, Tenn. - Singer and actor Bobby Brown and a television production crew member suffered no injuries in a minor wreck Thursday in Cocke County, authorities said Saturday.

Bobby Brown, TV crew member OK after Cocke wreck Sat, 28 Jun 2008 21:07:00 -0000
NEWPORT, Tenn. - Singer and actor Bobby Brown and a television production crew member suffered no injuries in a minor wreck Thursday in Cocke County, authorities said Saturday.

State briefs: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Fast storms fell trees and power lines

Rapid settling of dam delays emergency work Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Army Corps of Engineers has temporarily halted emergency work on a large dam in south-central Kentucky because of rapid settling in one section.

Forest called 'extraordinary' Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NASHVILLE - A sugar maple that's wider than a recliner stands on the edge of a forest within a forest in western Davidson County.

A year later, cigarette tax impact uncertain Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
CHATTANOOGA - Officials are still assessing the impact of the tripling of Tennessee's cigarette tax as some smokers have begun buying in other states to save money.

Violent-crime trial jurors offered PTSD counseling Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
MEMPHIS - Jurors serving in trials for murder and other violent crimes can often suffer from stress and depression after trials end, and some jurisdictions around the country have begun to offer services like counseling to help.

Venable: 14 words told the whole story Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Bang!With all pun intended, Sen. Orrin Hatch hit the bull's-eye squarely in its X-ring center.

McCain, Obama trying to court Hispanic voters Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Presidential rivals John McCain and Barack Obama on Saturday vied for the support of Hispanics, beginning a four-month courtship of a pivotal voting constituency by vowing to remake immigration policy.

Al-Qaida in Iraq claims fatal attack Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BAGHDAD - An al-Qaida front organization claimed responsibility Saturday for a suicide bombing that killed more than 20 people - including three Marines - as the U.S. military stepped up pressure on extremists in northern Iraq.

Makeshift levee fails Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WINFIELD, Mo. - A makeshift barrier holding back the Mississippi River failed early Saturday, swamping the low-lying part of the small community of Winfield and ending a valiant but ultimately doomed battle against the surging river.

When flooding solution turns into problem Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BUFFALO, Iowa - As a flood that has prompted horrible questions - Will I lose my job, my home, my town? - finally begins to subside in some towns, other niggling problems gnaw at those who live in areas of destruction, like: What do you do with all that sand?

Bush praises work of faith-based groups Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - President Bush said Saturday that religious charities, partly financed with federal money, have helped reduce homelessness, found jobs for former inmates and helped combat malaria and HIV/AIDS overseas.

Traffic tips: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
In Roane County, anticipate possible brief rolling roadblocks on Interstate 40 East and West between the Loudon County line and Buttermilk Road, Exit 360, 9 a.m.-3 p.m Monday through Wednesday.

Sports digest: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
SwimmingStorm-battered Qwest Center open for trials

Tennis: Williams takes sixth at Southern Closed event Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Caitlyn Williams advanced to the quarterfinals in the Southern Closed girls 16 at Rome, Ga., where she lost 7-5 in the third set to Jordan Batey of Atlanta in the main draw.

Big weekend features two Lucas events Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
One of the biggest weekends in area racing is coming to East Tennessee next weekend. The lineup, which features a national touring series, is quickly becoming a tradition for the area.

Sports bulletin board: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BaseballCamp: Former UT coach Larry Simcox Baseball Camp, ages 6-12, July 7-10, 9 a.m.-Noon, Lakeshore Park, $125, discounted sibling and group rates available. 865-567-9082.

Venus is serving notice with play Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WIMBLEDON, England - One swing from completing her week's work, Venus Williams toed the baseline, dribbled the ball, gave it a toss and delivered yet another thunderclap serve at sun-kissed Wimbledon.

Twins' win streak ends at 10 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Manny Parra allowed two hits in seven innings to win his sixth straight start and the Milwaukee Brewers beat host Minnesota 5-1 on Saturday night to end the Twins' 10-game winning streak.

Quentin's homer is a winner Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
CHICAGO - Carlos Quentin hit a tiebreaking homer leading off the bottom of the seventh Saturday, closer Bobby Jenks escaped a ninth-inning jam and the Chicago White Sox made it two straight over the Cubs with a 6-5 victory.

Baseball briefs: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knee surgery is possibility for Yankees' slugger Matsui

Fantasy managing like playing stocks Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Summer has finally arrived and in fantasy baseball that means the midseason is upon us.

Memphis win puts Hornaday in lead Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Ron Hornaday won the O'Reilly 200 on Saturday night to take the Craftsman Truck Series points lead, leading the final 129 laps and enduring a green-white-checker finish.

Stewart racks up fifth Nationwide win of year Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
LOUDON, N.H. - Tony Stewart isn't running many races in the NASCAR Nationwide Series this series, so he's making the ones he does drive in count.

Burton well positioned for Chase Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
LOUDON, N.H. - If consistency can still win a championship in NASCAR's Sprint Cup series, Jeff Burton is a serious contender to win his first title.

First pro start looking good for leader Lewis Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
EDINA, Minn. - Stacy Lewis is making her professional debut one to remember.

'Rambo' Chopra leads by 2 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Daniel Chopra's tendency to be wild off the tee and accurate from the rough led Todd Hamilton's caddie to give him a nickname at the Buick Open.

McElhaney, Lewis pull upset at Four Ball Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
MORRISTOWN - There were few surprises in the quarterfinal match-ups at the Tennessee Golf Association Four Ball Championship on Saturday at The Country Club, with three of the top four finishers from Friday's stroke play advancing to the semifinals.

Old hands at Old Fort make Junior field Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Davis Bunn and Jay Vandeventer know the layout at Old Fort Golf Course in Murfreesboro like the backs of their gloves.

Catchings is noticing daily improvement Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Tamika Catchings believes she is 75 percent recovered from an Achilles' tendon injury and improving every day.

Kaczka: Area rowers headed to camp Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Four athletes from the Oak Ridge Rowing Association (ORRA) Junior Program have been recognized and invited to participate in national or regional development camps this summer.

NFL notebook: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Fisher happy enough to cut Titans practice short

No easy pickings to fill U.S. squad Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
David Parrington will sit on the highest court in the U.S. diving land this week, and he expects that sometimes the seat will get hot.

Bowling: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Bowling: The area's bestMen's High Game

Jaxx give Maestri a rude welcome, 10-5 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 05:14:00 -0000
The West Tenn Diamond Jaxx welcomed Alex Maestri to Class AA baseball on Saturday with a three-run first inning en route to a 10-5 victory over the Tennessee Smokies at Pringles Park in Jackson, Tenn.

Company banking on hope that recovery on the horizon Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:55 -0000
Turning around a battleship is no easy task. Investors in Tennessee's biggest homegrown bank, though, are learning that changing course in the midst of a financial hurricane is even trickier.

'Business as usual' at Scripps Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:05 -0000
E.W. Scripps will officially split into two publicly traded companies on Tuesday but executives say it will be "business as usual" for two leading Scripps divisions in Knoxville that will break off under the new organizations.

Busines: People and Honors, June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Kendall Burch has joined BP Express Inc. as vice president of operations. He will be responsible for terminals in several Southern states. He has previous experience with shipping and carrier companies.

MetroPCS to allow other carriers' phones Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEW YORK - MetroPCS Communications Inc. has become the largest U.S. wireless carrier to say it will let customers bring cell phones from other carriers, which it will then reprogram for use on its own network.

Singletary: Can new president fix crisis? Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Far too many people are buckling under the strain of running their households as consumer prices rise, home values decline, and banks get tougher on letting them use credit to make up the shortfall in their pay.

Business bulletin board: June 29 Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
n Tennessee Career Center will present the following workshops this week at 1610 University Ave. Tuesday: 2 p.m. CareerScope; Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. How to Remodel Your Resume and Cover Letter, 11 a.m. Polish Your Interviewing Skills. For more information, call 865-594-5500.

College won't have 'Secret' Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Don't expect to see Goldy Gopher on Victoria's Secret merchandise anytime soon.

Meat shop on cutting edge of food trends Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
SAN FRANCISCO - The pillar-box red lipstick is the first clue the white-coated butcher sawing up a grass-fed California lamb isn't your typical meat-cutter.

Taylor: Pay attention to market preferences Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
As a young broker with Paine Webber, I'll never forget the story a veteran broker friend told me about a sales pitch and a very wise customer response.

Moon: Pick your priorities, then honor them Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Amid all the worried discussion about the recent economic malaise, there is one often-overlooked group that seems immune to the effects. This enviable segment of the population isn't bothered by rising gasoline and food prices. Subprime and other mortgage problems? Not a problem.

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