News 2008-07-06 Andanh.com

Flash flood warning issued for parts of Knox, Jefferson, Sevier Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:57:00 -0000
The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued the following flash flood advisory for Jefferson, Sevier and Knox counties.

Property crimes fall Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:55 -0000
Thanks to some enterprising car thieves, it took Teresa Boyer of Knoxville only 45 minutes to lose $47,000 at Knoxville Center mall.

Follies shines light on news Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The 2008 Front Page Follies will laud "The Sunshine Boys," News Sentinel Editor Jack McElroy and First Amendment attorney Richard Hollow, for their pursuit of justice after Knox County Commission plunged our area into darkness with back-room deals on Jan. 31, 2007, dubbed "Black Wednesday."

McIntyre ready to listen, learn as superintendent Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The education landscape has changed since new Knox County Schools Superintendent Jim McIntyre first interviewed for the job in March.

KUB to refill duck pond Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
KUB has agreed to fill a disappearing duck pond in the Colonial Village neighborhood after concerns from residents who have watched the pond near Chapman Highway shrink to a broad puddle.

Plant plans fuel anxiety Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
VONORE, Tenn. - A proposed ethanol refinery touted by the University of Tennessee has the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians concerned that project could threaten a $60 million-plus lodge and resort planned along the banks of Tellico Lake.

Councilman in fair condition after accident Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxville City Councilman Steve Hall was "in a lot of pain" but lucid at a Chattanooga hospital after a motorcycle wreck Friday that broke eight of his ribs, crushed two vertebrae and injured his shoulder, family friend and state Rep. Stacey Campfield said Saturday.

Jefferson City residents injured in Carter County fatal crash Sat, 05 Jul 2008 22:20:00 -0000
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. - A head-on Fourth of July crash in Carter County killed a man and injured four people.

Police: Man found in East Knoxville a homicide victim Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:11:00 -0000
The death of a man found Friday in East Knoxville has been ruled a homicide, authorities said. A passing driver spotted the body just before 5 p.m. in the 2700 block of Riverside Drive, Knoxville Police Department Lt. Doug Stiles said.

Backpacker dies in Smokies Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:10:00 -0000
GATLINBURG - A backpacker found dead in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park died of an apparent heart attack, authorities said today.

Police searching for girl held against her will Sun, 06 Jul 2008 23:25:00 -0000
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee authorities have issued an Endangered Child Alert for a pregnant 17-year-old east Tennessee girl.

State briefs: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Backpacker found dead in Smokies

Venable: 50 years and still on the job Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
One of the most poignant cartoons Charlie Daniel ever produced wasn't a drawing at all.

Election year sees surge in felons seeking to vote Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:48:00 -0000
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Tennessee could double the number of felons who have their voting rights restored this year.

Foreclosures to rise no matter who's elected Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Home foreclosures will keep rising next year no matter who is elected president in November.

Campaign briefs: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Obama says response to Iraq remarks overblown

U.S. removes uranium in secret mission Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
The last major remnant of Saddam Hussein's nuclear program - a huge stockpile of concentrated natural uranium - reached a Canadian port Saturday to complete a secret U.S. operation that included a two-week airlift from Baghdad and a ship voyage crossing two oceans.

Iraqi PM says terrorism done Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BAGHDAD - Iraq's prime minister said Saturday that the government has defeated terrorism in the country, a sign of growing confidence after recent crackdowns against Sunni extremists and Shiite militias.

Councilman Hall injured in motorcycle crash Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:32:00 -0000
Knoxville City Councilman Steve Hall is “in a lot of pain” but lucid at a Chattanooga hospital after a motorcycle wreck Friday in which he broke eight ribs, crushed two vertebrae and suffered shoulder injuries, family friend and state Rep. Stacey Campfield said Saturday.

Blogging away a holiday weekend Sat, 05 Jul 2008 09:42:00 -0000
Knoxville area bloggers are celebrating the Fourth in many ways from enjoying events to offering opinions. Some are writing and some are posting photos. Enjoy the holiday weekend with them.

Gun stores await new rules Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - Dale Metta, who manages a gun shop just outside the District of Columbia limits in Maryland, has had to turn away dozens of city residents wanting to buy handguns in recent days.

Traffic tips: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
In Blount County beginning Monday, the state Route 115/U.S. 129 bridge over East Bessemer Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction as crews begin a repair project. Motorists should expect potential delays.

New conditions for Holston hunt Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Deer hunting is on again at the Holston Army Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, but the rules have changed.

Bass results: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Event: Poland Creek Bass Tournaments.

Drawing for deer hunt Aug. 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Drawings for the 2008 Norris Municipal Watershed deer hunts will be Aug. 6 at the Norris Community Building.

No boat? No problem Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxvillian Reid McLaughlin had good luck on his vacation at Treasure Cay in the Bahamas, hauling in a huge mahi mahi.

Hodge: Florida fish take vacation Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. - Over-fishing is a phrase you read a lot about in Florida.

Phelps will get eight chances at Olympics Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
OMAHA, Neb. - Michael Phelps will get another shot at Mark Spitz's Olympic record in Beijing.

Tarantino edges closer to U.S. team Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
After a disappointing individual 3-meter performance Saturday afternoon, former University of Tennessee diver Jevon Tarantino appeared to secure a spot on the Olympic team in the synchronized.

France says he made correct call Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France believes the sanctioning body was right to hold the line on rule changes to its new car.

Daytona Results Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Results from Daytona International Speedway on Saturday night.

Busch nips Edwards to win under caution at Daytona Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) - Kyle Busch fell a lap down at Talladega and came back to win. So when a steering problem dropped him to the back of the field at Daytona, he didn't panic.

Girl without left hand pitches in Little League Sun, 06 Jul 2008 17:40:00 -0000
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (AP) - "Can't never could." Eleven-year-old Emily Moore has heard that simple, yet meaningful, phrase ever since she can remember.

Rivera seals deal on Boston Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Mariano Rivera pitched himself in and out of trouble Saturday, escaping a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the ninth inning and preserving the New York Yankees' 2-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium.

Baseball briefs: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Glavine could beginthrowing in two weeks

Nor'easter blows through All-Stars Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
NEW YORK - Alex Rodriguez and Manny Ramirez will highlight an American League All-Star team loaded with Yankees and Red Sox, according to a report on the New York Post's Web site.

Watch for players returning from DL Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
With the July 4 fireworks behind us and summer in full swing, many fantasy players may start finding not only them and their family on vacation but also many of their top players.

Save isn't in Cards for Wood Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Rick Ankiel's two-run, two-out single in the ninth inning capped a three-run rally and led the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-4 win over the visiting Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

Long nightmare over for Dream Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Ivory Latta scored 16 of her 18 points in the second half to help the Atlanta Dream end the longest losing skid to start a season in league history with a 91-84 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday night.

Pernice stays steady to lead National Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
On a wild day for everyone around him, Tom Pernice Jr. kept it steady and simple Saturday for a 1-under-par 69 at the AT&T National in Bethesda, Md., that gave him a one-shot lead and a chance to win for the first time in seven years.

Hillman re-signs with Ice Bears Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
Knoxville Ice Bears general manager Mike Murray tore up Scott Hillman's contract and signed the coach to a new three-year deal.

Is it true? ESPN to give shout-out to Knoxville Sun, 06 Jul 2008 05:27:00 -0000
As hard it may sound, ESPN will show Knoxville some love. The search for “TitleTown USA” will focus on Knoxville on Monday during SportsCenter at 6 p.m. and will be re-aired at 11 and 1 a.m.

Sports bulletin board: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BaseballCamp/signup: Knoxville Thunder Tryout Camp for 12U, July 26, Badgett Field, fall 2008 and spring 2009 seasons, coached by former college and pro player Chuck Hargis. 865-363-9047.

Valverde off to fast start Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
PLUMELEC, France - Alejandro Valverde is determined to contend for the Tour de France title. And the Tour de France is determined to run a clean race.

Success fast for Final Five Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
They call themselves the Final Five. Five women - four of whom signed up for their first tennis clinic in the fall of 2007 - formed a USA League 2.5 adult team to have a ''little fun.''

Sports digest: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
FootballLouisville's Guy shot in back, expected to recover

Federer vs. Nadal: just like old times Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WIMBLEDON, England - After moving within a victory of his sixth consecutive Wimbledon title, Roger Federer found time to catch only a few games of Rafael Nadal's semifinal.

Bowling: July 6 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
BOWLING:The Area's BestMen's High Game

It's subdued Venus in all-Williams final Sun, 06 Jul 2008 04:00:00 -0000
WIMBLEDON, England - Thrilled as she was to win her fifth Wimbledon singles championship, Venus Williams dialed down her celebration.

Letsinger takes on rare genetic disease just like diving Sun, 06 Jul 2008 02:18:00 -0000
Sean Letsinger has spent much of his life enduring intense workouts and competitions as one of the nation's elite young divers. Those experiences did nothing to prepare him for the disease that gradually overtook his body and has changed his life forever.

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