Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
▪Autobiography: Interested in writing a short autobiography? Come to ABE to learn about some opportunities that can help you.
Nation/World
Details of Kenya Deal Being Worked Out: Representatives began working today on details of a power-sharing agreement aimed at ending two months of ethnic violence that killed more than 1,000 people after a disputed presidential election.
Kenya’s feuding politicians shook hands Thursday and smiled for the cameras. The real test, though, for President Mwai Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga is whether the reluctant partners can work together to heal a divided nation.
Under the agreement, Odinga will become prime minister and have the power to “coordinate and supervise” the government—more authority than Kibaki wanted to yield.
The bitterness between them runs deep, however, and both men have traded accusations about inciting violence, stealing the December 27 vote, and destroying the nation.
Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, the mediator, had to prompt them to shake hands Thursday as the cameras rolled. Still, a deal was signed, and about 500 people marched in celebration Friday in the western town of Kitale.
“Finally hope is back, Kenya has been reborn and it is like we are ushering in a new year!” shouted a marcher waving a picture of Odinga.
It was unclear when Odinga would take over as prime minister, Kibaki said he is reconvening parliament next Thursday to begin work on the needed constitutional changes.
Representatives for the two sides were meeting Friday to work out details and start hashing out some of the longer term reforms.
Herald Sports
(13)Louisville 90, (17) ND Men 85: Luke Harangody scored a career-high 40 points and grabbed a game-high 12 rebounds but it was not enough as the Irish (21-6, 11-4 Big East) lost on the road.
Louisville never trailed and led by as much as 19 with 5:41 left but Harangody almost single-handedly kept the Irish in it, hitting his first three 3-pointers of his career in the final minutes.
It was the 17th double-double of the season for Harangody. Ryan Ayers added 17 points for the Irish.
ND (85): Rob Kurz 3-9, 1-5, 2-2, 9; Zach Hillesland 2-4, 1-1, 2-2, 7: Luke Harangody 16-28, 3-4, 5-7, 40; Tory Jackson 1-7, 1-4, 0-0, 3; Kyle McAlarney 3-14, 1-8, 0-0, 7; Jonathan Peoples 0-0, 0-0, 2-2, 2; Luke Zeller 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Ryan Ayers 6-9, 5-6, 0-0, 17.
Louisville (90): Terrence Williams 5-10, 2-3, 2-3, 14; Earl Clark 5-6, 0-0, 4-6, 14; David Padgett 10-14, 0-0, 6-8, 26; Andre McGee 3-5, 2-4, 2-4, 10; Jerry Smith 3-6, 2-5, 0-1, 8; Preston Knowles 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Juan Palacios 1-3, 0-0, 2-4, 4; Edgar Sosa 2-7, 2-5, 4-6, 10; Derrick Caracter 2-7, 0-0, 0-0, 4.
(1) Hope College 82, Saint Mary’s 65: Alison Kessler, the MIAA’s leading scorer, scored a game-high 24 points but it was not enough to keep the visiting Belles (13-13) in the game against nation’s top-ranked team (26-0).
It was the second year in a row that Hope had eliminated the Belles in the semifinals. Hope hosts second-seeded Albion Saturday afternoon for the league title.
Saint Mary’s (65): Megan Conaty 0-3, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Katie Rashid 4-8, 1-5, 0-1, 9; Alison Kessler 9-22, 5-9, 1-2, 24; Erin Newsom 3-17, 1-2, 0-0, 7; Anna Kammrath 4-7, 0-0, 2-4, 10; Katie Pappa 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Liz Wade 2-10, 0-1, 0-0, 4; Becky Newsom 3-3, 0-0, 0-0, 6; Nicole Beier 1-3, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Grace Sadowski 1-3, 0-1, 0-0, 2; Stephanie Parshall 0-0, 0-0, 1-2, 1.
Hope (82): Philana Greene 5-10, 0-0, 0-4, 10; Julie Henderson 3-5, 1-1, 2-2, 9; Jordyn Boles 3-10, 1-6, 2-2, 9; Lindsay Lange 3-4, 0-0, 1-2, 7; Carrie Snikkers 2-7, 0-2, 0-0, 4; Kaitlyn Kopke 2-3, 0-0, 1-3, 5; Jenny Cowen 2-6, 1-4, 2-2, 7; Miranda KeKuiper 3-4, 0-0, 0-0, 6; Megan Mejeur 0-2, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Lauren Geers 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Dani Fegan 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Courtney Knox 7-13, 0-0, 4-9, 18; Emily O’Hare 1-4, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Erika Bruinsma 1-1, 0-0, 1-2, 3; Rachael Kutney 1-2, 0-0, 0-0, 2.
Friday NBA Scores: Nets 120, Bucks 106; Spurs 97, Mavericks 94; Lakers 106, Heat 88.
Friday NHL Scores: Stars 7, Black Hawks 4; Flyers 3, Senators 1; Bruins 5, Penguins 1; Rangers 4, Hurricanes 2; Islanders 5, Thrashers 4 (OT); Coyotes 2, Blues 1; Oilers 5, Kings 4.
Friday College BBall Men’s Scores: Grace 83, Goshen College 66 (MCC Tournament quarterfinals); (14) Butler 66, Wright St. 61; Valparaiso 59, Detroit 56; Missouri-Kansas City 75, IPFW 57; Boston University 97, Hartford 66; (1) Wisconsin 57, (19) Michigan St. 42; (8) Stanford 82, Washington 79; (4) UCLA 70, Arizona St. 49.
Friday College BBall Women’s Scores: Minnesota 69, IU 54; Valparaiso 66, Cleveland St. 52; Butler 61, Youngstown St. 60; Evansville 57, Northern Iowa 55; (18) Ohio St. 87, Penn St. 84; Michigan St. 54, Illinois 46; (3) Tennessee 88, Florida 61; (6) LSU 83, Arkansas 46; Wisconsin 69, Michigan 67; Iowa 68, Northwestern 42.
Sprint Series Heads to Vegas: Sprint Cup points leader Kyle Busch leads the field heading in to Sunday’s UAW-Dodge 400 at Las Vegas.
Busch, who has yet to win a race this year, leads Daytona 500 winner Ryan Newman in the Sprint Cup points standings.
Race time is 3:30 p.m. on FOX-28.
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High 32, Low 20
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Humidity: 78%
Friday, February 29, 2008
Thursday, February 28, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 28, 2008
Uncle Ron’s Ramblings
Hail to Thee, Blythe Spirits: You don’t have to be a great poet to participate in next Monday’s (March 3) Special Poetry Jam.
Louis L’Amour was one of the most widely-read authors of prose of his day. He was also the prototype of the rugged, manly characters who were the central figures of his books and stories. One of the ways he made a living was prize-fighting.
No one was going to stop him from writing poetry, even if his verse was not as good as his prose. He enjoyed writing it.
The same for General George S. Patton, Jr. Who was going to tell him his poetry stunk.
You can read the works of Shelley, Keats, Tennyson, or Longfellow; or the two above-mentioned lesser poets; just don’t pass them off as your own.
You could also read “Casey at the Bat” again to improve the disappointing grades you got the last two times you read them for class assignments, although I don’t know who that would apply to.
Also (refer to the announcement below) no foul or suggestive language. That means nothing about little old ladies from Nantucket (unless your grandmother was from Nantucket).
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
▪Autobiography: Interested in writing a short autobiography? Come to ABE to learn about some opportunities that can help you.
Local
Two Suspects Caught by Hilton Garden Inn: St. Joseph County Police caught two men following an armed robbery at Hilton Garden Inn in front of Saint Mary’s College this morning.
After the robbery the suspects were confronted by a maintenance worker. A scuffle broke out before the men ran away. Police caught one of the men who was still fighting in front of the hotel. The other suspect was caught and began fighting with police.
Police say the hotel worker thought one of the men had a gun, but it turned out to be a cordless phone.
Nation/World
Annan, Kenyan Rivals Forge Agreement: Former United Nations chief Kofi Annan says Kenya’s political rivals have agreed to form a coalition government in an effort to end the country’s political crisis.
Speaking in Nairobi Thursday, Mr. Annan said he would give details of the agreement at an upcoming news conference.
Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga are expected to sign the agreement Thursday.
Mr. Annan has been leading talks to end the political crisis sparked by December’s disputed presidential election. The opposition accused President Kibaki of rigging the vote to ensure victory.
That election dispute sparked riots and ethnic clashes across Kenya that killed more than 1,000 people.
Signs of progress in the talks emerged Wednesday, when the opposition canceled plans for a nationwide rally, and President Kibaki said his government would create the posts of prime minister and two deputies under the current constitution.
Thursday’s announcement came after Mr. Annan met with Mr. Kibaki, Mr. Odinga and African Union chief Jakaya Kikwete, the president of Tanzania.
(Reprinted from Voice of America)
William F. Buckley, Jr., 82, Dies: Author and conservative commentator William F. Buckley, Jr., was found dead in his home Wednesday. He had been suffering from emphysema.
Buckley became famous for his intellectual political writings in his magazine, the National Review, and his frequent television appearances, including on his own long-running "Firing Line."
U.S. Border “Virtual Fence” Delayed: Technical problems have forced the Bush administration to retool a high-tech “virtual fence” along the U.S.- Mexico border and will delay the first phase for at least three years, the Washington Post reported today.
Department of Homeland Security officials and congressional auditors told lawmakers on Wednesday that problems found in the 28-mile pilot project built near Nogales, Arizona, by Boeing Company will require a change in plans, the Post reported.
The $20-million project of sensor towers and advanced mobile communications was supposed to be completed in mid-2007 but has been delayed by software problems.
The “virtual fence” is supposed to work in conjunction with a 700-mile actual barrier that has drawn opposition along its planned route.
Turkey Refuses to Give Timetable for Pullout: Turkish political and military leaders refused to give U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates an exact date for the withdrawal of Turkish troops fighting Kurdish separatists in Northern Iraq, with Chief of General Staff Yasar Buyukyanit merely saying that they would leave in the “shortest time possible.”
“The shortest time possible is a relative concept. For some it may be one day or for others it might mean a year,” Buyukyanit was quoted by NTV private television as saying before talks with Gates in Ankara.
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High 25 Low 24
Haze
Humidity 81%
Herald Sports
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(14) ND Women 92, South Florida 49: After losing in overtime to South Florida the past two seasons, the host Lady Irish (22-6, 10-4 Big East) took all the drama out of Wednesday night’s game early.
ND used a 27-5 run in the first half to gain control and continued to pull away throughout to beat the Bulls.
Lindsay Schrader led the Irish with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Brittany had 14 points, making 4-of-5 3-pointers. Charel Allen also added 14.
South Florida (49): Porche Grant 2-4, 0-0, 0-0, 4; ChiChi Okpaleke 3-10, 0-1, 0-2, 6; Melissa Dalembert 5-13, 0-0, 0-0, 10; Shantia Grace 4-14, 2-4, 5-6, 15; Jazmine Sepulveda 2-4, 0-0, 2-4, 6; Daiane Packer 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Gianna Messina 0-0, 0-0, 0-0; Caitlyn Mitryk 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jessica Lawson 4-10, 0-0, 0-0, 8.
ND (92): Erica Williamson 3-6, 0-0, 2-2, 8; Tulyah Gaines 3-4, 0-0, 1-1, 7; Charel Allen 7-16, 0-1, 0-0, 14; Ashley Barlow 3-6, 0-1, 2-4, 8; Lindsay Schrader 8-15, 0-0, 1-2, 17; Amanda Tsipis 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Brittany Mallory 4-7, 4-5, 2-2, 14; Melissa Lechlitner 5-13, 0-0, 2-2, 12; Melissa D’Amico 4-7, 0-0, 2-4, 10.
Tuesday—IUSB Women 74, Robert Morris 63: The host Lady Titans earned their 19th victory of the season and, more importantly, are tied for third place in the CCAC with Robert Morris.
In their last regular season home game on Senior Night, Jennifer VanderZanden, Abbey Freeman, and Niki McDonald combined for 51 points and 11 rebounds. McDonald led the way with 23 points, connecting on 7 3-pointers.
VanderZanden added 15 points and six rebounds; Freeman chipped in with 13 points and five rebounds.
The Lady Titans close out the season with a conference match at St. Xavier Saturday. Game time if 1 p.m. CST.
Bethel Men 84, St. Francis, IN. 77: The 11th-ranked Pilots (25-6) opened play in the MCC Tournament Wednesday night with a hard-fought win.
Ryne Lightfoot paced the hosts with 27 points, six rebounds, and four assists. William Walker added 20 points, six boards, and four assists while Tyler Brown contributed 18 points.
The Pilots host Taylor University Saturday afternoon in the semifinals.
St. Francis (77): Nate Bojrab 0-3, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Jason Malone 4-9, 2-6, 0-0, 10; Mike Steinau 8-17, 4-9, 2-2, 22; Matt Edmonds 4-5, 0-0, 1-2, 9; Aaron Gardner 10-15, 0-0, 1-2, 21; Matt Webb 0-0, 0-0, 0-0 0; Shane Denny 0-0, 0-0, 2-4, 2; Kreigh Hentrup 0-0, 0-0, 0-0; 0; Austin Leisure 3-5, 1-1, 1-2, 8; Eric Eaton 2-3, 1-1, 0-0, 5.
Bethel (84): Ryne Lightfoot 8-9, 5-5, 6-7, 27; Kory Lantz 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Tyler Brown 5-11, 0-0, 8-9, 18; Mark Lettinga 1-4, 0-1, 0-0, 2; William Walker 9-16, 0-0, 2-5, 20; Derek Moser 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Joey Welch 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Caleb Laidig 1-3, 0-1, 1-1, 3; Jon Zeser 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Wes Laidig 6-7, 0-0, 2-2, 14.
(21) St. Xavier 91, IUSB 84: Ben Werner led the visiting Titans (15-13, 2-6 CCAC) with 28 points and eight rebounds.
Qdar Owens scored 22 points and Tyler Leighton 15 for IUSB but it wasn’t enough to overcome a balanced effort by the hosts. Five St. Xavier players scored in double figures.
IUSB (84): Ben Werner 10-13, 0-0, 8-12, 28; Derrick DeShone 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Tyler Leighton 3-10, 2-5, 7-8, 15; Dewey Brown 3-8, 2-6, 0-0, 8; Terry Hill 4-7, 1-2, 0-0, 9; Mark Comparato 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Brian DeShone 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Dylan Morris 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Qdar Owens 7-13, 4-6, 4-6, 22; Eric Olsen 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Quinn Brooks 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
St. Xavier (91): Adam Gregoriou 11-15, 0-3, 6-7, 28; Jon Rudnick 1-5, 0-0, 0-1, 2; Alok Aiyar 2-7, 1-4, 5-6, 10; Scott Campbell 4-7, 0-1, 2-2, 10; Julian Scott 6-7, 1-1, 6-6, 19; Marco Samimy 1-1, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Jamel Morton 0-4, 0-3, 2-2, 2; DeVon Chandler 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Dan Bolger 4-10, 0-1, 0-0, 8; Paris Von Shae Davis 3-5, 1-2, 3-4, 10; Kevin Lowe 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
(16) Purdue Men 65, Minnesota 53: E’Twaun Moore scored 22 points to lead the host Boilermakers (22-6, 13-2 Big Ten) into a first place tie in the Big Ten.
Minnesota (53): Dan Coleman 4-11, 0-0, 2-2, 10; Spencer Tollackson 5-8, 0-0, 0-0, 10; Al Nolen 2-7, 1-4, 0-0, 5; Lawrence McKenzie 5-9, 2-6, 1-2, 13; Lawrence Westbrook 0-5, 0-0, 4-4, 4; Kevin Payton 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jonathan Williams 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Blake Hoffarber 1-4, 1-3, 3-4, 6; Jamal Abu-Shamala 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Damian Johnson 2-8, 1-1, 0-2, 5.
Purdue (65): Namanja Calasan 1-4, 1-2, 0-0, 3; Chris Kramer 3-6, 0-1, 0-0, 6; Robbie Hummel 4-11, 1-5, 3-4, 12; Marcus Green 0-3, 0-1, 0-0, 0; E’Twuan Moore 7-14, 3-5, 5-6, 22; Keaton Grant 4-5, 3-4, 0-2, 11; Tarrance Crump 1-3, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Scott Martin 0-5, 0-1, 4-6, 4; JaJuan Johnson 2-4, 0-0, 1-2, 5.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Bulls 113, Pacers 107 (Larry Hughes 29 points, three rebounds, six assists; Travis Diener 22 points); Raptors 107, Timberwolves 85 (Al Jefferson 23 points, five rebounds, three assists; Chris Bosh 28 points, seven rebounds); 76ers 101, Magic 89 (Jedo Turkoglu 20 points, seven rebounds, six assists; Andre Miller 26 points, six rebounds, nine assists); Hawks 123, Kings 117 (Brad Miller 25 points, 13 rebounds, six assists; Andre Miller 26 points, six rebounds, nine assists); Celtics 92, Cavaliers 87 (Delonte Wests 20 points, five rebounds; Kevin Garnett 18 points, 11 rebounds, five assists); Knicks 113, Bobcats 89 (Emeka Okafor 18 points, 14 rebounds; Nate Robinson 22 points, six assists); Hornets 120, Suns 113 Amare Stoudemire 32 points, 14 rebounds, four assists; Chris Paul 25 points, six rebounds, 15 assists); Jazz 103, Pistons 95 (Richard Hamilton 22 points, five rebounds; Mehmet Okur 24 points, seven rebounds, four assists); Nuggets 138, Sonics 96 (Allen Iverson 31 points, five rebounds, six assists); Trailblazers 82, Clippers 80 (Jarrett Jack 21 points, eight rebounds, three assists; Corey Maggette 32 points, six rebounds, three assists). .
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 1, Coyotes 0; Sabres 8, Predators 4; Sharks 4, Blue Jackets 2; Maple Leafs 4, Panthers 3 (SO); Wild 3, Lightning 2; Avalanche 3, Canucks 2 (SO).
Wednesday NCAA BBall Men’s Scores: (16) Purdue 65, Minnesota 53; IUPUI 89, Chicago St. 75; Northern Iowa 73, Indiana St. 58; (6) Kansas 75, Iowa St. 64; Penn St. 65, Iowa 64; Pittsburgh 73, Cincinnati 67; (2) Memphis 82, Tulsa 67; West Virginia 85, DePaul 73; (7) Duke 71, Georgia Tech 58; (11) Georgetown 64, St. John’s 52.
Wednesday NCAA BBall Women’s Scores: Ball St. 81, Central Michigan 69; (4) Rutgers 60, DePaul 46; (10) Oklahoma 65, Texas Tech 55; (8) Baylor 76, Colorado 62.
Stringer Gets 800th Win: The fourth-ranked Rutgers women gave head coach C. Vivian Stringer her 800th win Wednesday night with a 60-46 win over visiting DePaul.
While the other members of the 800-victory club, Pat Summit (Tennessee) and Jody Conradt (Texas) won their games at one school, Stringer has built successful programs at Cheyney, Iowa, and Rutgers.
Stringer is already a member of the basketball Hall of Fame.
The Scarlet Knights (23-4, 13-1 Big East) moved into a tie with Connecticut atop the conference.
LeBron Scores 10,000 Point: LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to pass the 10,000-point mark Wednesday at Boston.
LeBron came back from a first half ankle injury to score 26 points in a 92-87 loss to the Celtics.
Ottawa Senators Fire Coach: The NHL Ottawa Senators, last season’s Stanley Cup runners-up, fired first-year head coach John Paddock despite that fact that his team had one of the best records in the league.
The Senators went from a 15-2 start to a 36-22 mark, still second-best in the NHL.
Bryan Murray, who led Ottawa to last year-s Stanley Cup finals, will return from the front office to coach the team.
Two NFL Veterans Cut: NFL veterans Jevon Kearse and David Carr were cut by their respective teams Wednesday.
Former Rookie of the Year Kearse had 36 sacks in his first three seasons but had only 3 ½ last season as his playing time diminished.
Former top draft choice Carr signed a $6-million, two-year deal last season with the Carolina Panthers after a five-year stint as starting quarterback in Houston. He struggled so badly in relief of injured Jake Delhomme that he was demoted to third string.
The Panthers signed their former leading receiver, Muhsin Muhammad, a week after he was cut by the Bears.
The Colts released linebacker Rob Morris and defensive tackle Anthony McFarland.
The New York Giants were reportedly offering Super Bowl winning head coach Tom Coughlin a four-year contract extension worth $21-million a year.
AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball: 1. Tennessee, 2. Memphis, 3. North Carolina, 4. UCLA, 5. Texas, 6. Kansas, 7. Duke, 8. Stanford, 9. Xavier, 10. Wisconsin, 11. Georgetown, 12. IU, 13. Louisville, 14. Butler, 15. Connecticut, 16. Purdue, 17. ND, 18. Vanderbilt, 19. Michigan St., 20. Drake, 21. Marquette, 22. Washington St., 23. Kent St., 24. Gonzaga, 25. St. Mary’s.
AP Top 25 Women’s Basketball: 1. Connecticut, 2. North Carolina, 3. Tennessee, 4. Rutgers, 5. Maryland, 6. LSU, 7. Stanford, 8. Baylor, 9. California, 10. Oklahoma, 11. Old Dominion, 12. Duke, 13. West Virginia, 14. ND, 15. George Washington, 16. Utah, 17. Oklahoma St., 18. Ohio St., 19. UTEP, 20. Texas A&M, 21. Kansas St., 22. Georgia, 23. Vanderbilt, 24. Wyoming, 25. Marist.
Hail to Thee, Blythe Spirits: You don’t have to be a great poet to participate in next Monday’s (March 3) Special Poetry Jam.
Louis L’Amour was one of the most widely-read authors of prose of his day. He was also the prototype of the rugged, manly characters who were the central figures of his books and stories. One of the ways he made a living was prize-fighting.
No one was going to stop him from writing poetry, even if his verse was not as good as his prose. He enjoyed writing it.
The same for General George S. Patton, Jr. Who was going to tell him his poetry stunk.
You can read the works of Shelley, Keats, Tennyson, or Longfellow; or the two above-mentioned lesser poets; just don’t pass them off as your own.
You could also read “Casey at the Bat” again to improve the disappointing grades you got the last two times you read them for class assignments, although I don’t know who that would apply to.
Also (refer to the announcement below) no foul or suggestive language. That means nothing about little old ladies from Nantucket (unless your grandmother was from Nantucket).
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
▪Autobiography: Interested in writing a short autobiography? Come to ABE to learn about some opportunities that can help you.
Local
Two Suspects Caught by Hilton Garden Inn: St. Joseph County Police caught two men following an armed robbery at Hilton Garden Inn in front of Saint Mary’s College this morning.
After the robbery the suspects were confronted by a maintenance worker. A scuffle broke out before the men ran away. Police caught one of the men who was still fighting in front of the hotel. The other suspect was caught and began fighting with police.
Police say the hotel worker thought one of the men had a gun, but it turned out to be a cordless phone.
Nation/World
Annan, Kenyan Rivals Forge Agreement: Former United Nations chief Kofi Annan says Kenya’s political rivals have agreed to form a coalition government in an effort to end the country’s political crisis.
Speaking in Nairobi Thursday, Mr. Annan said he would give details of the agreement at an upcoming news conference.
Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga are expected to sign the agreement Thursday.
Mr. Annan has been leading talks to end the political crisis sparked by December’s disputed presidential election. The opposition accused President Kibaki of rigging the vote to ensure victory.
That election dispute sparked riots and ethnic clashes across Kenya that killed more than 1,000 people.
Signs of progress in the talks emerged Wednesday, when the opposition canceled plans for a nationwide rally, and President Kibaki said his government would create the posts of prime minister and two deputies under the current constitution.
Thursday’s announcement came after Mr. Annan met with Mr. Kibaki, Mr. Odinga and African Union chief Jakaya Kikwete, the president of Tanzania.
(Reprinted from Voice of America)
William F. Buckley, Jr., 82, Dies: Author and conservative commentator William F. Buckley, Jr., was found dead in his home Wednesday. He had been suffering from emphysema.
Buckley became famous for his intellectual political writings in his magazine, the National Review, and his frequent television appearances, including on his own long-running "Firing Line."
U.S. Border “Virtual Fence” Delayed: Technical problems have forced the Bush administration to retool a high-tech “virtual fence” along the U.S.- Mexico border and will delay the first phase for at least three years, the Washington Post reported today.
Department of Homeland Security officials and congressional auditors told lawmakers on Wednesday that problems found in the 28-mile pilot project built near Nogales, Arizona, by Boeing Company will require a change in plans, the Post reported.
The $20-million project of sensor towers and advanced mobile communications was supposed to be completed in mid-2007 but has been delayed by software problems.
The “virtual fence” is supposed to work in conjunction with a 700-mile actual barrier that has drawn opposition along its planned route.
Turkey Refuses to Give Timetable for Pullout: Turkish political and military leaders refused to give U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert Gates an exact date for the withdrawal of Turkish troops fighting Kurdish separatists in Northern Iraq, with Chief of General Staff Yasar Buyukyanit merely saying that they would leave in the “shortest time possible.”
“The shortest time possible is a relative concept. For some it may be one day or for others it might mean a year,” Buyukyanit was quoted by NTV private television as saying before talks with Gates in Ankara.
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(14) ND Women 92, South Florida 49: After losing in overtime to South Florida the past two seasons, the host Lady Irish (22-6, 10-4 Big East) took all the drama out of Wednesday night’s game early.
ND used a 27-5 run in the first half to gain control and continued to pull away throughout to beat the Bulls.
Lindsay Schrader led the Irish with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Brittany had 14 points, making 4-of-5 3-pointers. Charel Allen also added 14.
South Florida (49): Porche Grant 2-4, 0-0, 0-0, 4; ChiChi Okpaleke 3-10, 0-1, 0-2, 6; Melissa Dalembert 5-13, 0-0, 0-0, 10; Shantia Grace 4-14, 2-4, 5-6, 15; Jazmine Sepulveda 2-4, 0-0, 2-4, 6; Daiane Packer 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Gianna Messina 0-0, 0-0, 0-0; Caitlyn Mitryk 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jessica Lawson 4-10, 0-0, 0-0, 8.
ND (92): Erica Williamson 3-6, 0-0, 2-2, 8; Tulyah Gaines 3-4, 0-0, 1-1, 7; Charel Allen 7-16, 0-1, 0-0, 14; Ashley Barlow 3-6, 0-1, 2-4, 8; Lindsay Schrader 8-15, 0-0, 1-2, 17; Amanda Tsipis 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Brittany Mallory 4-7, 4-5, 2-2, 14; Melissa Lechlitner 5-13, 0-0, 2-2, 12; Melissa D’Amico 4-7, 0-0, 2-4, 10.
Tuesday—IUSB Women 74, Robert Morris 63: The host Lady Titans earned their 19th victory of the season and, more importantly, are tied for third place in the CCAC with Robert Morris.
In their last regular season home game on Senior Night, Jennifer VanderZanden, Abbey Freeman, and Niki McDonald combined for 51 points and 11 rebounds. McDonald led the way with 23 points, connecting on 7 3-pointers.
VanderZanden added 15 points and six rebounds; Freeman chipped in with 13 points and five rebounds.
The Lady Titans close out the season with a conference match at St. Xavier Saturday. Game time if 1 p.m. CST.
Bethel Men 84, St. Francis, IN. 77: The 11th-ranked Pilots (25-6) opened play in the MCC Tournament Wednesday night with a hard-fought win.
Ryne Lightfoot paced the hosts with 27 points, six rebounds, and four assists. William Walker added 20 points, six boards, and four assists while Tyler Brown contributed 18 points.
The Pilots host Taylor University Saturday afternoon in the semifinals.
St. Francis (77): Nate Bojrab 0-3, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Jason Malone 4-9, 2-6, 0-0, 10; Mike Steinau 8-17, 4-9, 2-2, 22; Matt Edmonds 4-5, 0-0, 1-2, 9; Aaron Gardner 10-15, 0-0, 1-2, 21; Matt Webb 0-0, 0-0, 0-0 0; Shane Denny 0-0, 0-0, 2-4, 2; Kreigh Hentrup 0-0, 0-0, 0-0; 0; Austin Leisure 3-5, 1-1, 1-2, 8; Eric Eaton 2-3, 1-1, 0-0, 5.
Bethel (84): Ryne Lightfoot 8-9, 5-5, 6-7, 27; Kory Lantz 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Tyler Brown 5-11, 0-0, 8-9, 18; Mark Lettinga 1-4, 0-1, 0-0, 2; William Walker 9-16, 0-0, 2-5, 20; Derek Moser 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Joey Welch 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Caleb Laidig 1-3, 0-1, 1-1, 3; Jon Zeser 0-2, 0-2, 0-0, 0; Wes Laidig 6-7, 0-0, 2-2, 14.
(21) St. Xavier 91, IUSB 84: Ben Werner led the visiting Titans (15-13, 2-6 CCAC) with 28 points and eight rebounds.
Qdar Owens scored 22 points and Tyler Leighton 15 for IUSB but it wasn’t enough to overcome a balanced effort by the hosts. Five St. Xavier players scored in double figures.
IUSB (84): Ben Werner 10-13, 0-0, 8-12, 28; Derrick DeShone 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Tyler Leighton 3-10, 2-5, 7-8, 15; Dewey Brown 3-8, 2-6, 0-0, 8; Terry Hill 4-7, 1-2, 0-0, 9; Mark Comparato 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Brian DeShone 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Dylan Morris 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Qdar Owens 7-13, 4-6, 4-6, 22; Eric Olsen 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Quinn Brooks 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
St. Xavier (91): Adam Gregoriou 11-15, 0-3, 6-7, 28; Jon Rudnick 1-5, 0-0, 0-1, 2; Alok Aiyar 2-7, 1-4, 5-6, 10; Scott Campbell 4-7, 0-1, 2-2, 10; Julian Scott 6-7, 1-1, 6-6, 19; Marco Samimy 1-1, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Jamel Morton 0-4, 0-3, 2-2, 2; DeVon Chandler 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Dan Bolger 4-10, 0-1, 0-0, 8; Paris Von Shae Davis 3-5, 1-2, 3-4, 10; Kevin Lowe 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
(16) Purdue Men 65, Minnesota 53: E’Twaun Moore scored 22 points to lead the host Boilermakers (22-6, 13-2 Big Ten) into a first place tie in the Big Ten.
Minnesota (53): Dan Coleman 4-11, 0-0, 2-2, 10; Spencer Tollackson 5-8, 0-0, 0-0, 10; Al Nolen 2-7, 1-4, 0-0, 5; Lawrence McKenzie 5-9, 2-6, 1-2, 13; Lawrence Westbrook 0-5, 0-0, 4-4, 4; Kevin Payton 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jonathan Williams 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Blake Hoffarber 1-4, 1-3, 3-4, 6; Jamal Abu-Shamala 0-1, 0-1, 0-0, 0; Damian Johnson 2-8, 1-1, 0-2, 5.
Purdue (65): Namanja Calasan 1-4, 1-2, 0-0, 3; Chris Kramer 3-6, 0-1, 0-0, 6; Robbie Hummel 4-11, 1-5, 3-4, 12; Marcus Green 0-3, 0-1, 0-0, 0; E’Twuan Moore 7-14, 3-5, 5-6, 22; Keaton Grant 4-5, 3-4, 0-2, 11; Tarrance Crump 1-3, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Scott Martin 0-5, 0-1, 4-6, 4; JaJuan Johnson 2-4, 0-0, 1-2, 5.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Bulls 113, Pacers 107 (Larry Hughes 29 points, three rebounds, six assists; Travis Diener 22 points); Raptors 107, Timberwolves 85 (Al Jefferson 23 points, five rebounds, three assists; Chris Bosh 28 points, seven rebounds); 76ers 101, Magic 89 (Jedo Turkoglu 20 points, seven rebounds, six assists; Andre Miller 26 points, six rebounds, nine assists); Hawks 123, Kings 117 (Brad Miller 25 points, 13 rebounds, six assists; Andre Miller 26 points, six rebounds, nine assists); Celtics 92, Cavaliers 87 (Delonte Wests 20 points, five rebounds; Kevin Garnett 18 points, 11 rebounds, five assists); Knicks 113, Bobcats 89 (Emeka Okafor 18 points, 14 rebounds; Nate Robinson 22 points, six assists); Hornets 120, Suns 113 Amare Stoudemire 32 points, 14 rebounds, four assists; Chris Paul 25 points, six rebounds, 15 assists); Jazz 103, Pistons 95 (Richard Hamilton 22 points, five rebounds; Mehmet Okur 24 points, seven rebounds, four assists); Nuggets 138, Sonics 96 (Allen Iverson 31 points, five rebounds, six assists); Trailblazers 82, Clippers 80 (Jarrett Jack 21 points, eight rebounds, three assists; Corey Maggette 32 points, six rebounds, three assists). .
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 1, Coyotes 0; Sabres 8, Predators 4; Sharks 4, Blue Jackets 2; Maple Leafs 4, Panthers 3 (SO); Wild 3, Lightning 2; Avalanche 3, Canucks 2 (SO).
Wednesday NCAA BBall Men’s Scores: (16) Purdue 65, Minnesota 53; IUPUI 89, Chicago St. 75; Northern Iowa 73, Indiana St. 58; (6) Kansas 75, Iowa St. 64; Penn St. 65, Iowa 64; Pittsburgh 73, Cincinnati 67; (2) Memphis 82, Tulsa 67; West Virginia 85, DePaul 73; (7) Duke 71, Georgia Tech 58; (11) Georgetown 64, St. John’s 52.
Wednesday NCAA BBall Women’s Scores: Ball St. 81, Central Michigan 69; (4) Rutgers 60, DePaul 46; (10) Oklahoma 65, Texas Tech 55; (8) Baylor 76, Colorado 62.
Stringer Gets 800th Win: The fourth-ranked Rutgers women gave head coach C. Vivian Stringer her 800th win Wednesday night with a 60-46 win over visiting DePaul.
While the other members of the 800-victory club, Pat Summit (Tennessee) and Jody Conradt (Texas) won their games at one school, Stringer has built successful programs at Cheyney, Iowa, and Rutgers.
Stringer is already a member of the basketball Hall of Fame.
The Scarlet Knights (23-4, 13-1 Big East) moved into a tie with Connecticut atop the conference.
LeBron Scores 10,000 Point: LeBron James became the youngest player in NBA history to pass the 10,000-point mark Wednesday at Boston.
LeBron came back from a first half ankle injury to score 26 points in a 92-87 loss to the Celtics.
Ottawa Senators Fire Coach: The NHL Ottawa Senators, last season’s Stanley Cup runners-up, fired first-year head coach John Paddock despite that fact that his team had one of the best records in the league.
The Senators went from a 15-2 start to a 36-22 mark, still second-best in the NHL.
Bryan Murray, who led Ottawa to last year-s Stanley Cup finals, will return from the front office to coach the team.
Two NFL Veterans Cut: NFL veterans Jevon Kearse and David Carr were cut by their respective teams Wednesday.
Former Rookie of the Year Kearse had 36 sacks in his first three seasons but had only 3 ½ last season as his playing time diminished.
Former top draft choice Carr signed a $6-million, two-year deal last season with the Carolina Panthers after a five-year stint as starting quarterback in Houston. He struggled so badly in relief of injured Jake Delhomme that he was demoted to third string.
The Panthers signed their former leading receiver, Muhsin Muhammad, a week after he was cut by the Bears.
The Colts released linebacker Rob Morris and defensive tackle Anthony McFarland.
The New York Giants were reportedly offering Super Bowl winning head coach Tom Coughlin a four-year contract extension worth $21-million a year.
AP Top 25 Men’s Basketball: 1. Tennessee, 2. Memphis, 3. North Carolina, 4. UCLA, 5. Texas, 6. Kansas, 7. Duke, 8. Stanford, 9. Xavier, 10. Wisconsin, 11. Georgetown, 12. IU, 13. Louisville, 14. Butler, 15. Connecticut, 16. Purdue, 17. ND, 18. Vanderbilt, 19. Michigan St., 20. Drake, 21. Marquette, 22. Washington St., 23. Kent St., 24. Gonzaga, 25. St. Mary’s.
AP Top 25 Women’s Basketball: 1. Connecticut, 2. North Carolina, 3. Tennessee, 4. Rutgers, 5. Maryland, 6. LSU, 7. Stanford, 8. Baylor, 9. California, 10. Oklahoma, 11. Old Dominion, 12. Duke, 13. West Virginia, 14. ND, 15. George Washington, 16. Utah, 17. Oklahoma St., 18. Ohio St., 19. UTEP, 20. Texas A&M, 21. Kansas St., 22. Georgia, 23. Vanderbilt, 24. Wyoming, 25. Marist.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 27, 2008
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Nation/World
Gates Heads to Turkey: Defense Secretary Robert Gates headed for Ankara today with a message for Turkish leaders: Get your troops out of Northern Iraq in the next few days.
Gates said he also will ask Turkish leaders in a series of meetings Thursday to address some of the complaints of the Kurds, and move from from combat to economic and political initiatives to solve differences with them.
Clinton, Obama Debate: The general consensus after Tuesday’s debate between the two candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination was that Hilary Clinton was “aggressive” while Barack Obama “kept his cool”.
The debate in Cleveland—possible the last in the campaign for the Democratic nomination—focused on the usual issues of health care mandates, foreign policy, and trade deals.
Polls show Clinton with a lead in Ohio heading in to next week’s March 4 primary.
NASA to Crash Two Spacecraft into Moon: NASA plans to crach two spacecraft into the Moon’s South Pole this October to see if the collision reveals hidden water ice.
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Tuesday NBA Scores: Magic 102, Nets 92; Heat 107, Kings 86; Bucks 105, Cavaliers 102; Suns 127, Grizzlies 113; Timberwolves 111, Jazz 100; Rockets 94, Wizaards 69; Warriors 105, Sonics 99; Lakers 96, Blazers 83.
Tuesday NHL Scores: Penguins 4, Islanders 2; Capitals 4, Wild 1; Hurricanes 2, Devils 1 (OT); Bruins 4, Senators 0; Canadiens 5, Thrashers 1; Stars 3, Blues 1; Oilers 4, Red Wings 3 (SO); Avalanche 3, Flames 2 (OT).
Tuesday NCAA Men’s Scores: (18) Vanderbilt 72, (1) Tennessee 69; Wichita St. 68, Evansville 54; (15) Connecticut 79, Rutgers 61; Northwestern 62, Michigan 60.
Monday Mens’ College Basketball Score: IUSB 88, Illinois Tech 61.
Tuesday NCAA Women’s Scores: Syracuse 68, Georgetown 67; St. John’s 73, Seton Hall 45; Louisville 82, Providence 57; Pittsburgh 77, West Virginia 75 (OT).
IU 72, Ohio St. 69: Dan Dakich improved his record to 2-0 as interim IU head basketball coach with his first home win.
Armon Bassett led the way for the second consecutive game with 23 points, including four 3-pointers. Eric Gordon, the Big Ten’s leading scorer, finished with 17 points and six rebounds despite shooting just 4-of-16 for IU (24-4, 13-2 Big Ten). D.J. White added 16 points and eight rebounds despite fighting cramps.
Dakich, a former IU player and longtime assistant, received a standing ovation when he walked onto the Assembly Hall floor for the first time as head coach.
Several players wore the initials “KS” on their sneakers for departed head coach Kelvin Sampson.
Kosta Koufos led Ohio St. (17-11, 8-7) with 21 points.
OSU (69): Kosta Koufos 8-18, 2-3, 3-3, 21; Othello Hunter 6-9, 0-0, 0-0, 12; Jamar Butler 5-12, 2-8, 0-0, 12; Evan Turner 5-9, 1-4, 2-3, 13; David Lighty 2-5, 1-3, 1-2, 6; Jon Diebler 1-6, 1-6, 0-0, 3; Matt Terwilliger f1-3, 0-1, 0-0, 2; Dallas Lauderdale 0-0, 0-0, 0-0 0.
IU (72): D.J. White 7-13, 0-0, 2-4, 16; Lance Stemler 1-7, 0-6, 0-0, 2; Armon Bassett 7-11, 4-8, 5-5, 23; Jamarcus Ellis 2-5, 0-1, 1-2, 5; Eric Gordon 4-16, 1-8, 8-9, 17; DeAndre Thomas 0-2, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jordan Crawford 3-6, 0-2, 3-4, 9; Kyle Taber 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
Saint Mary’s 71, Olivet 62: Alison Kessler scored 23 points to break her single-season mark with 520 points in quarterfinal action of the MIAA Tournament at the Belles’ Angela Athletic Facility.
Kessler set the old mark of 497 last season.
The Belles (13-12) went on an 18-2 spurt in the first half to pull away for their second straight win over Olivet and the fourth consecutive win overall.
Erin Newsom grabbed eight rebounds to go with her eight points for SMC.
The Belles travel to Holland, MI., Thursday to play Hope College in semifinal action. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
(5) Bethel 79, Goshen College 52: Natalie Young hit for 19 points, including three 3-pointers, as the Lady Pilots (27-3) eliminated the Lady Maple Leafs (11-19) in quarterfinal action of the MCC Tournament at Bethel’s Gates Gymnasium.
Nora Didrick finished with seven assists, giving her 227 for the season—a new Lady Pilot Record.
The Bethel women host Huntington University Friday at 7 p.m. in the semifinals.
Young has been Player of the Year and Lady Pilot head coach Jody Martinez Coach of the Year in the MCC.
Yao Out for Season: Houston Rockets 7-6 center Yao Ming is out for the season with a stress fracture.
Rockets team doctor Thomas Clanton said the injury couldn’t be traced to a single event.
Yao was averaging 22 points and 10.8 rebounds per game this season.
The Rockets beat the Wizards without Yao, 94-69, for their 13th straight win and their 17th in the last 18 games. The Rockets started 41-year-old Dikembe Mutombo in the middle.
Tennessee Loses #1 Ranking: The Tennessee Volunteers (25-3, 11-2) held the number one ranking for less than one week before losing to cross-state and 18th-ranked rival Vanderbilt, 72-69, yesterday.
The then second-ranked Volunteers had beaten top-ranked Memphis, 66-62, Saturday to earn the top spot for the first time in their history.
Weather
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Humidity 79%
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Nation/World
Gates Heads to Turkey: Defense Secretary Robert Gates headed for Ankara today with a message for Turkish leaders: Get your troops out of Northern Iraq in the next few days.
Gates said he also will ask Turkish leaders in a series of meetings Thursday to address some of the complaints of the Kurds, and move from from combat to economic and political initiatives to solve differences with them.
Clinton, Obama Debate: The general consensus after Tuesday’s debate between the two candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination was that Hilary Clinton was “aggressive” while Barack Obama “kept his cool”.
The debate in Cleveland—possible the last in the campaign for the Democratic nomination—focused on the usual issues of health care mandates, foreign policy, and trade deals.
Polls show Clinton with a lead in Ohio heading in to next week’s March 4 primary.
NASA to Crash Two Spacecraft into Moon: NASA plans to crach two spacecraft into the Moon’s South Pole this October to see if the collision reveals hidden water ice.
Herald Sports
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Tuesday NBA Scores: Magic 102, Nets 92; Heat 107, Kings 86; Bucks 105, Cavaliers 102; Suns 127, Grizzlies 113; Timberwolves 111, Jazz 100; Rockets 94, Wizaards 69; Warriors 105, Sonics 99; Lakers 96, Blazers 83.
Tuesday NHL Scores: Penguins 4, Islanders 2; Capitals 4, Wild 1; Hurricanes 2, Devils 1 (OT); Bruins 4, Senators 0; Canadiens 5, Thrashers 1; Stars 3, Blues 1; Oilers 4, Red Wings 3 (SO); Avalanche 3, Flames 2 (OT).
Tuesday NCAA Men’s Scores: (18) Vanderbilt 72, (1) Tennessee 69; Wichita St. 68, Evansville 54; (15) Connecticut 79, Rutgers 61; Northwestern 62, Michigan 60.
Monday Mens’ College Basketball Score: IUSB 88, Illinois Tech 61.
Tuesday NCAA Women’s Scores: Syracuse 68, Georgetown 67; St. John’s 73, Seton Hall 45; Louisville 82, Providence 57; Pittsburgh 77, West Virginia 75 (OT).
IU 72, Ohio St. 69: Dan Dakich improved his record to 2-0 as interim IU head basketball coach with his first home win.
Armon Bassett led the way for the second consecutive game with 23 points, including four 3-pointers. Eric Gordon, the Big Ten’s leading scorer, finished with 17 points and six rebounds despite shooting just 4-of-16 for IU (24-4, 13-2 Big Ten). D.J. White added 16 points and eight rebounds despite fighting cramps.
Dakich, a former IU player and longtime assistant, received a standing ovation when he walked onto the Assembly Hall floor for the first time as head coach.
Several players wore the initials “KS” on their sneakers for departed head coach Kelvin Sampson.
Kosta Koufos led Ohio St. (17-11, 8-7) with 21 points.
OSU (69): Kosta Koufos 8-18, 2-3, 3-3, 21; Othello Hunter 6-9, 0-0, 0-0, 12; Jamar Butler 5-12, 2-8, 0-0, 12; Evan Turner 5-9, 1-4, 2-3, 13; David Lighty 2-5, 1-3, 1-2, 6; Jon Diebler 1-6, 1-6, 0-0, 3; Matt Terwilliger f1-3, 0-1, 0-0, 2; Dallas Lauderdale 0-0, 0-0, 0-0 0.
IU (72): D.J. White 7-13, 0-0, 2-4, 16; Lance Stemler 1-7, 0-6, 0-0, 2; Armon Bassett 7-11, 4-8, 5-5, 23; Jamarcus Ellis 2-5, 0-1, 1-2, 5; Eric Gordon 4-16, 1-8, 8-9, 17; DeAndre Thomas 0-2, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jordan Crawford 3-6, 0-2, 3-4, 9; Kyle Taber 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
Saint Mary’s 71, Olivet 62: Alison Kessler scored 23 points to break her single-season mark with 520 points in quarterfinal action of the MIAA Tournament at the Belles’ Angela Athletic Facility.
Kessler set the old mark of 497 last season.
The Belles (13-12) went on an 18-2 spurt in the first half to pull away for their second straight win over Olivet and the fourth consecutive win overall.
Erin Newsom grabbed eight rebounds to go with her eight points for SMC.
The Belles travel to Holland, MI., Thursday to play Hope College in semifinal action. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
(5) Bethel 79, Goshen College 52: Natalie Young hit for 19 points, including three 3-pointers, as the Lady Pilots (27-3) eliminated the Lady Maple Leafs (11-19) in quarterfinal action of the MCC Tournament at Bethel’s Gates Gymnasium.
Nora Didrick finished with seven assists, giving her 227 for the season—a new Lady Pilot Record.
The Bethel women host Huntington University Friday at 7 p.m. in the semifinals.
Young has been Player of the Year and Lady Pilot head coach Jody Martinez Coach of the Year in the MCC.
Yao Out for Season: Houston Rockets 7-6 center Yao Ming is out for the season with a stress fracture.
Rockets team doctor Thomas Clanton said the injury couldn’t be traced to a single event.
Yao was averaging 22 points and 10.8 rebounds per game this season.
The Rockets beat the Wizards without Yao, 94-69, for their 13th straight win and their 17th in the last 18 games. The Rockets started 41-year-old Dikembe Mutombo in the middle.
Tennessee Loses #1 Ranking: The Tennessee Volunteers (25-3, 11-2) held the number one ranking for less than one week before losing to cross-state and 18th-ranked rival Vanderbilt, 72-69, yesterday.
The then second-ranked Volunteers had beaten top-ranked Memphis, 66-62, Saturday to earn the top spot for the first time in their history.
Weather
High 20 Low 11
Snow (2”-5”)
Humidity 79%
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 26, 2008
People in the News
Recuperating: Former CFH guest Dave Weberg is recovering from heart surgery. You can drop him a line to wish him a speedy recovery or sign the card at the front desk (if it’s still there).
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Former Candidate Dodd Endorses Obama: Former presidential candidate Christopher Dodd has thrown his support behind the candidacy of Illinois Senator Barack Obama.
The Connecticut senator planned to formally announce his endorsement of his colleague from Illinois today and will campaign with Obama in Ohio.
There are no primaries this week. The next big round of primaries will be a week from today, March 4, when 370 regular Democratic delegates and 74 super-delegates will be at stake in Ohio (141, 20), Rhode Island (21, 11), Texas (193, 35) and Vermont (15, 8).
There will be 265 delegates available on the Republican side: Ohio, 88; Rhode Island, 20; Texas, 140; and Vermont, 17.
The latest unofficial delegate counts show Obama with 1,374 of the 2,025 needed for the nomination to 1,279 for Hilary Clinton.
John McCain is 178 delegates short of the 1,191 he needs. Ex-candidate Mitt Romney has 272, Mike Huckabee 254, and Ron Paul 14.
World
Cuban Parliament Sticks with Old Guard: The Cuban parliament went against the predictions of expert Cuba watchers and picked a member of the “Old Guard” as heir to new president Raul Castro.
The new first vice president, Jose Ramon Machado, 77, is a physician who fought with the Castro brothers’ guerillas and treated their wounds. He has served in Communist Party leadership positions for decades.
As expected, the parliament unanimously endorsed Raul Castro to take over for his brother, long-time Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
The elder Castro retired last week because of declining health. Raul had been acting president for the last 18 months.
Herald Sports
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Monday NBA Scores: Raptors 102, Pacers 98; Mavericks 102, Bulls 98; Wizards 95, Hornets 92; Spurs 89, Hawks 74; Pistons 98, Nuggets 93; Celtics 104, Clippers 76. .
Monday NHL Scores: Flyers 4, Sabres 3 (SO); Maple Leafs 5, Senators 0.
Monday NCAA Men’s Scores: Valparaiso 66, Wisconsin-Milwaukee 57; (21) Marquette 85, Villanova 75; (5) Texas 74, Kansas St. 65..
Monday NCAA Women’s Scores: IU 69, (18) Ohio St. 61 (OT); IUPUI 72, IPFW 62 (OT); (1) Connecticut 74, (6) LSU 69; (2) North Carolina 85, North Carolina St. 79.
Edwards Wins Auto Club 500 (Finally): Carl Edwards passed defending Cup champion Jimmie Johnson with 13 laps remaining and held on to win the rain-delayed Auto Club 500 at California Speedway yesterday.
South Bend’s Ryan Newman finished 10th and dropped to second in the Sprint Cup point standings.
Auto Club 500 Top Ten: 1. Carl Edwards; 2. Jimmie Johnson; 3. Jeff Gordon; 4. Kyle Busch; 5. Matt Kenseth; 6. Martin Truex, Jr.; 7. Tony Stewart; 8. Kevin Harvick; 9. Kasey Kahne; 10. Ryan Newman.
Sprint Cup Point Standings: 1. Kyle Busch 335; 2. Ryan Newman 329; 3. Tony Stewart; 4. Kurt Busch; 5. Carl Edwards; 6. Kasey Kahne; 7. Kevin Harvick; 8. Jimmie Johnson; 9. Greg Biffle; 10. Jeff Burton; 11. Brian Vickers; 12. Martin Truex, Jr.
Dakich 1-0 as IU Head Coach: Former IU player and assistant Dan Dakich is 1-0 after his first game as Hoosier interim head basketball coach.
Armon Bassettt scored 24 points, reserve Jordan Crawford 21, and freshman Eric Gordon 18 points after the team had threatened to quit because of the change in head coaches.
D.J. White, who possibly benefited the most from former coach Kelvin Sampson’s teaching, had 16 points and 11 rebounds.
Sampson was asked to resign after being charged by the NCAA with five major recruiting violations. The request was sweetened by a $750,000 contract buyout.
Dakich, a Merrillville native who led Gary Andrean High School to the final four under the old single-class Indiana tournament format, was a player and assistant coach for Bobby Knight at IU.
In 1997 he was hired as Bowling Green’s head basketball coach.
During his 10 years at BG, Dakich posted a 156-140 mark, which placed him in a three-way tie for the most wins by a men’s basketball coach at the University. He was also only the third coach in BG history to put together four 18+ win seasons.
In his last five years at the BG helm, Dakich posted only one winning season in Mid-American Conference play—a 10-8 mark in 2005. He resigned after a 3-13 conference season and was re-hired by IU to be Director of Basketball Operations. He later became an assistant under Sampson which means he has had the benefit of working under two of the outstanding coaches in the game.
Weather
High 31 Low 15
Snow
Humidity 89%
Recuperating: Former CFH guest Dave Weberg is recovering from heart surgery. You can drop him a line to wish him a speedy recovery or sign the card at the front desk (if it’s still there).
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387) The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis.
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Former Candidate Dodd Endorses Obama: Former presidential candidate Christopher Dodd has thrown his support behind the candidacy of Illinois Senator Barack Obama.
The Connecticut senator planned to formally announce his endorsement of his colleague from Illinois today and will campaign with Obama in Ohio.
There are no primaries this week. The next big round of primaries will be a week from today, March 4, when 370 regular Democratic delegates and 74 super-delegates will be at stake in Ohio (141, 20), Rhode Island (21, 11), Texas (193, 35) and Vermont (15, 8).
There will be 265 delegates available on the Republican side: Ohio, 88; Rhode Island, 20; Texas, 140; and Vermont, 17.
The latest unofficial delegate counts show Obama with 1,374 of the 2,025 needed for the nomination to 1,279 for Hilary Clinton.
John McCain is 178 delegates short of the 1,191 he needs. Ex-candidate Mitt Romney has 272, Mike Huckabee 254, and Ron Paul 14.
World
Cuban Parliament Sticks with Old Guard: The Cuban parliament went against the predictions of expert Cuba watchers and picked a member of the “Old Guard” as heir to new president Raul Castro.
The new first vice president, Jose Ramon Machado, 77, is a physician who fought with the Castro brothers’ guerillas and treated their wounds. He has served in Communist Party leadership positions for decades.
As expected, the parliament unanimously endorsed Raul Castro to take over for his brother, long-time Cuban leader Fidel Castro.
The elder Castro retired last week because of declining health. Raul had been acting president for the last 18 months.
Herald Sports
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Monday NBA Scores: Raptors 102, Pacers 98; Mavericks 102, Bulls 98; Wizards 95, Hornets 92; Spurs 89, Hawks 74; Pistons 98, Nuggets 93; Celtics 104, Clippers 76. .
Monday NHL Scores: Flyers 4, Sabres 3 (SO); Maple Leafs 5, Senators 0.
Monday NCAA Men’s Scores: Valparaiso 66, Wisconsin-Milwaukee 57; (21) Marquette 85, Villanova 75; (5) Texas 74, Kansas St. 65..
Monday NCAA Women’s Scores: IU 69, (18) Ohio St. 61 (OT); IUPUI 72, IPFW 62 (OT); (1) Connecticut 74, (6) LSU 69; (2) North Carolina 85, North Carolina St. 79.
Edwards Wins Auto Club 500 (Finally): Carl Edwards passed defending Cup champion Jimmie Johnson with 13 laps remaining and held on to win the rain-delayed Auto Club 500 at California Speedway yesterday.
South Bend’s Ryan Newman finished 10th and dropped to second in the Sprint Cup point standings.
Auto Club 500 Top Ten: 1. Carl Edwards; 2. Jimmie Johnson; 3. Jeff Gordon; 4. Kyle Busch; 5. Matt Kenseth; 6. Martin Truex, Jr.; 7. Tony Stewart; 8. Kevin Harvick; 9. Kasey Kahne; 10. Ryan Newman.
Sprint Cup Point Standings: 1. Kyle Busch 335; 2. Ryan Newman 329; 3. Tony Stewart; 4. Kurt Busch; 5. Carl Edwards; 6. Kasey Kahne; 7. Kevin Harvick; 8. Jimmie Johnson; 9. Greg Biffle; 10. Jeff Burton; 11. Brian Vickers; 12. Martin Truex, Jr.
Dakich 1-0 as IU Head Coach: Former IU player and assistant Dan Dakich is 1-0 after his first game as Hoosier interim head basketball coach.
Armon Bassettt scored 24 points, reserve Jordan Crawford 21, and freshman Eric Gordon 18 points after the team had threatened to quit because of the change in head coaches.
D.J. White, who possibly benefited the most from former coach Kelvin Sampson’s teaching, had 16 points and 11 rebounds.
Sampson was asked to resign after being charged by the NCAA with five major recruiting violations. The request was sweetened by a $750,000 contract buyout.
Dakich, a Merrillville native who led Gary Andrean High School to the final four under the old single-class Indiana tournament format, was a player and assistant coach for Bobby Knight at IU.
In 1997 he was hired as Bowling Green’s head basketball coach.
During his 10 years at BG, Dakich posted a 156-140 mark, which placed him in a three-way tie for the most wins by a men’s basketball coach at the University. He was also only the third coach in BG history to put together four 18+ win seasons.
In his last five years at the BG helm, Dakich posted only one winning season in Mid-American Conference play—a 10-8 mark in 2005. He resigned after a 3-13 conference season and was re-hired by IU to be Director of Basketball Operations. He later became an assistant under Sampson which means he has had the benefit of working under two of the outstanding coaches in the game.
Weather
High 31 Low 15
Snow
Humidity 89%
Monday, February 25, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 25, 2008
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports.
(21) Notre Dame Men 94, Syracuse 87: Kyle McAlarney hit 9-of-11 3-pointers yesterday to break the school record for 3s in a game, finishing with 30 points to lead the Irish (21-5, 11-3 Big East) to their 36th straight victory at the Joyce Center.
It was the 17th straight Big East home victory for ND, the second longest such streak in league history.
Luke Harangody scored 14 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for ND.
Syracuse (87): Donte Green 2-7, 1-4, 0-0 5; Paul Harris 7-18, 1-2, 7-8, 22; Kristof Ongenaet 4-11, 1-3, 2-2, 11; Arinze Onauku 9-17, 0-0, 1-3, 19; Jonny Flynn 6-21, 3-11, 2-2, 17; Rick Jackson 1-1, 0-0, 3-6, 5; Scoop Jardine 4-7, 0-0, 0-0, 8.
ND (94): Rob Kurz 3-8, 2-4, 7-10, 15; Zach Hillesland 3-3, 0-0, 0-0, 6; Luke Harangody 6-13, 0-0, 2-5, 14; Tory Jackson 2-3, 1-1, 5-8, 10; Kyle McAlarney 9-13, 9-11, 3-3, 30; Tyrone Nash 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jonathan Peoples 3-3, 1-1, 0-1, 7; Luke Zeller 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Ryan Ayers 2-7, 1-6, 5-6; 10.
(14) Notre Dame Women 66, DePaul 64: Erica Williamson tied a career-high with 16 points and added eight rebounds to help the Lady Irish (21-6, 9-4 Big East) win in Chicago Sunday.
Charel Allen had 12 points, seven rebounds and five assists for the Irish who have won six of seven. Lindsay Schrader scored 11 while Ashley Barlow added 10.
DePaul was down 64-59 with 1:21 left before hitting a 3-pointer and a jumper that brought the Lady demons to 65-64 with 12.6 remaining. Allen made one of two free throws to seal the verdict.
ND (66): Erica Williamson 6-10, 0-0, 4-6, 16; Tulyah Gaines 1-3, 0-0, 2-2, 4; Charel Allen 4-13, 1-2, 3-7, 12; Melissa Lechlitner 2-3, 0-0, 0-0, 4; Lindsay Schrader 4-10, 0-0, 3-4, 11; Ashley Barlow 2-5, 0-0, 6-10, 10; Brittany Mallory 2-3, 1-2, 2-2, 7; Becca Bruszewski 1-1, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Melissa D’Amico 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
DePaul (64): Natasha Williams 4-5, 0-0, 0-0, 8; Allie Quigley 7-17, 4-7, 3-3, 21; Ciara Johnson 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Missy Mitidiero 1-6, 1-4, 0-0, 3; Deirdre Naughton 2-6, 1-4, 1-3, 6; Erin Cattell 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; China Threatt 1-6, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Caprice Smith 3-10, 0-2, 4-4, 10; Holly Medley 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Felicia Chester 6-9, 0-0, 2-4, 14.
Notre Dame Hockey 1, 2; Ohio St. 3, 2: The Irish Icers (21-11-4, 14-8-4 CCHA) were only able to gain one point a two-game weekend series with the Buckeyes.
ND lost 3-2 Friday night at the Joyce Center but came back Saturday for a 2-2 tie.
They did manage to clinch fourth place in the CCHA. That earned them a first round bye in the playoffs and home ice in the second round, the weekend of March 14-16.
Saint Mary’s 74, Olivet 56: The host Belles (12-12, 8-8 MIAA) clinched home-court advantage in this week’s MIAA Tournament first round this week with the win Saturday.
Senior Alison Kessler added to her SMC career scoring record with 29 points on 9-of-22 from the field and 3-of-6 from 3-point range.
Juniors Erin Newsom and Katie Rashid added 16 and 14 points, respectively. Newsom also grabbed 11 rebounds.
The same two schools face each other in MIAA Tournament action Tuesday at the Belles’ Angela Athletic Facility. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
Spring Arbor 81, (8) Bethel Men 70: Tyler Brown scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds to lead the visiting Pilots (24-6, 12-4 MCC) Saturday.
The Pilots shaved an 18-point second-half deficit to three points but that was as close as they could get.
William Walker had a solid all-around game with 14 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, and five blocked shots.
Bethel, the regular season MCC champion, hosts St. Francis, IN., Wednesday, in the first round of MCC Tournament play.
(5) Bethel Women 78, Spring Arbor 44: Natalie Young scored 23 points, grabbed three rebounds, and handed out three assists to lead the host Lady Pilots (26-3, 15-1 MCC) on Senior Day Saturday.
The Bethel women host Goshen College Tuesday night (tomorrow) at 7 p.m., in the first round of MCC Tournament action.
IUSB Men 91, Illinois Tech 76: Ben Werner contributed ;16 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists for the visiting Titans (14-12, 2-5 CCAC).
Werner was one of five IUSB players in double figures; the others were: Tyler Leighton, 17, Quinn Brooks 15, Qdar Owens 12, and Dylan Morris 12.
The two schools are scheduled for a 7 p.m. make-up game tonight at IUSB’s Student Activities Center. The game has been postponed several times because of weather.
IUSB Women 84, Judson 65: Niki McDonald scored 21 points to lead the visiting Lady Titans (18-10, 5-4 CCAC).
Jen VanderZanden had 19 points and nine rebounds. Cortney Flanigan dished out eight assists to go with her 11 points.
Senior Day will be tomorrow (February 26) as the Lady Titans host CCAC foe Robert Morris.
Sunday NBA Scores: Rockets 110, Bulls 97; Pistons 116, Suns 86; Cavaliers 109, Grizzlies 89; Celtics 112, Trailblazers 102; Magic 112, Kings 93; Raptors 115, Knicks 92; Mavericks 99, Timberwolves 83; Lakers 111, Sonics 91.
Sunday NHL Scores: Ducks 6, Black Hawks 3; Flames 2, Wild 1; Sharks 2, Penguins 1 (SO); Devils 2, Capitals 1 (OT); Rangers 5, Panthers 0; Coyotes 2, Blues 0; Oilers 3, Avalanche 2.
Sunday NCAA Men’s Scores: (18) Louisville 75, Pittsburgh 73; (10) Xavier 57, Dayton 51; Minnesota 75, Penn St. 68; (11) Wisconsin 58, Ohio St. 53; (3) North Carolina 89, Wake Forest 73; (9) Stanford 79, California 69.
Sunday NCAA Women’s Scores: Purdue 69, Michigan St. 59; (10) Old Dominion 66, Drexel 51; (4) Maryland 92, Florida St. 84 (OT); (3) Tennessee 72, Mississippi St. 46; Northwestern 70, Penn St. 58; Michigan 55, Illinois 52.
Tiger Passes Arnie: Tiger Woods beat Stewart Cink 8 and 7 in finals of the Accenture Match Play Championship Sunday to pass Arnold Palmer on the all-time PGA victory list with 64.
Auto Club 500 Continues: The Auto Club 500 will resume today at 1 p.m. with Jimmie Johnson leading on the 87th (out of 250) lap.
Johnson was followed by Travis Kvapil, Kyle Busch, Greg Biffle, Kasey Kahne, and Jeff Gordon.
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports.
(21) Notre Dame Men 94, Syracuse 87: Kyle McAlarney hit 9-of-11 3-pointers yesterday to break the school record for 3s in a game, finishing with 30 points to lead the Irish (21-5, 11-3 Big East) to their 36th straight victory at the Joyce Center.
It was the 17th straight Big East home victory for ND, the second longest such streak in league history.
Luke Harangody scored 14 points and grabbed 14 rebounds for ND.
Syracuse (87): Donte Green 2-7, 1-4, 0-0 5; Paul Harris 7-18, 1-2, 7-8, 22; Kristof Ongenaet 4-11, 1-3, 2-2, 11; Arinze Onauku 9-17, 0-0, 1-3, 19; Jonny Flynn 6-21, 3-11, 2-2, 17; Rick Jackson 1-1, 0-0, 3-6, 5; Scoop Jardine 4-7, 0-0, 0-0, 8.
ND (94): Rob Kurz 3-8, 2-4, 7-10, 15; Zach Hillesland 3-3, 0-0, 0-0, 6; Luke Harangody 6-13, 0-0, 2-5, 14; Tory Jackson 2-3, 1-1, 5-8, 10; Kyle McAlarney 9-13, 9-11, 3-3, 30; Tyrone Nash 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Jonathan Peoples 3-3, 1-1, 0-1, 7; Luke Zeller 1-3, 0-2, 0-0, 2; Ryan Ayers 2-7, 1-6, 5-6; 10.
(14) Notre Dame Women 66, DePaul 64: Erica Williamson tied a career-high with 16 points and added eight rebounds to help the Lady Irish (21-6, 9-4 Big East) win in Chicago Sunday.
Charel Allen had 12 points, seven rebounds and five assists for the Irish who have won six of seven. Lindsay Schrader scored 11 while Ashley Barlow added 10.
DePaul was down 64-59 with 1:21 left before hitting a 3-pointer and a jumper that brought the Lady demons to 65-64 with 12.6 remaining. Allen made one of two free throws to seal the verdict.
ND (66): Erica Williamson 6-10, 0-0, 4-6, 16; Tulyah Gaines 1-3, 0-0, 2-2, 4; Charel Allen 4-13, 1-2, 3-7, 12; Melissa Lechlitner 2-3, 0-0, 0-0, 4; Lindsay Schrader 4-10, 0-0, 3-4, 11; Ashley Barlow 2-5, 0-0, 6-10, 10; Brittany Mallory 2-3, 1-2, 2-2, 7; Becca Bruszewski 1-1, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Melissa D’Amico 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0.
DePaul (64): Natasha Williams 4-5, 0-0, 0-0, 8; Allie Quigley 7-17, 4-7, 3-3, 21; Ciara Johnson 0-0, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Missy Mitidiero 1-6, 1-4, 0-0, 3; Deirdre Naughton 2-6, 1-4, 1-3, 6; Erin Cattell 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; China Threatt 1-6, 0-0, 0-0, 2; Caprice Smith 3-10, 0-2, 4-4, 10; Holly Medley 0-1, 0-0, 0-0, 0; Felicia Chester 6-9, 0-0, 2-4, 14.
Notre Dame Hockey 1, 2; Ohio St. 3, 2: The Irish Icers (21-11-4, 14-8-4 CCHA) were only able to gain one point a two-game weekend series with the Buckeyes.
ND lost 3-2 Friday night at the Joyce Center but came back Saturday for a 2-2 tie.
They did manage to clinch fourth place in the CCHA. That earned them a first round bye in the playoffs and home ice in the second round, the weekend of March 14-16.
Saint Mary’s 74, Olivet 56: The host Belles (12-12, 8-8 MIAA) clinched home-court advantage in this week’s MIAA Tournament first round this week with the win Saturday.
Senior Alison Kessler added to her SMC career scoring record with 29 points on 9-of-22 from the field and 3-of-6 from 3-point range.
Juniors Erin Newsom and Katie Rashid added 16 and 14 points, respectively. Newsom also grabbed 11 rebounds.
The same two schools face each other in MIAA Tournament action Tuesday at the Belles’ Angela Athletic Facility. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
Spring Arbor 81, (8) Bethel Men 70: Tyler Brown scored 18 points and grabbed seven rebounds to lead the visiting Pilots (24-6, 12-4 MCC) Saturday.
The Pilots shaved an 18-point second-half deficit to three points but that was as close as they could get.
William Walker had a solid all-around game with 14 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, and five blocked shots.
Bethel, the regular season MCC champion, hosts St. Francis, IN., Wednesday, in the first round of MCC Tournament play.
(5) Bethel Women 78, Spring Arbor 44: Natalie Young scored 23 points, grabbed three rebounds, and handed out three assists to lead the host Lady Pilots (26-3, 15-1 MCC) on Senior Day Saturday.
The Bethel women host Goshen College Tuesday night (tomorrow) at 7 p.m., in the first round of MCC Tournament action.
IUSB Men 91, Illinois Tech 76: Ben Werner contributed ;16 points, 11 rebounds, and four assists for the visiting Titans (14-12, 2-5 CCAC).
Werner was one of five IUSB players in double figures; the others were: Tyler Leighton, 17, Quinn Brooks 15, Qdar Owens 12, and Dylan Morris 12.
The two schools are scheduled for a 7 p.m. make-up game tonight at IUSB’s Student Activities Center. The game has been postponed several times because of weather.
IUSB Women 84, Judson 65: Niki McDonald scored 21 points to lead the visiting Lady Titans (18-10, 5-4 CCAC).
Jen VanderZanden had 19 points and nine rebounds. Cortney Flanigan dished out eight assists to go with her 11 points.
Senior Day will be tomorrow (February 26) as the Lady Titans host CCAC foe Robert Morris.
Sunday NBA Scores: Rockets 110, Bulls 97; Pistons 116, Suns 86; Cavaliers 109, Grizzlies 89; Celtics 112, Trailblazers 102; Magic 112, Kings 93; Raptors 115, Knicks 92; Mavericks 99, Timberwolves 83; Lakers 111, Sonics 91.
Sunday NHL Scores: Ducks 6, Black Hawks 3; Flames 2, Wild 1; Sharks 2, Penguins 1 (SO); Devils 2, Capitals 1 (OT); Rangers 5, Panthers 0; Coyotes 2, Blues 0; Oilers 3, Avalanche 2.
Sunday NCAA Men’s Scores: (18) Louisville 75, Pittsburgh 73; (10) Xavier 57, Dayton 51; Minnesota 75, Penn St. 68; (11) Wisconsin 58, Ohio St. 53; (3) North Carolina 89, Wake Forest 73; (9) Stanford 79, California 69.
Sunday NCAA Women’s Scores: Purdue 69, Michigan St. 59; (10) Old Dominion 66, Drexel 51; (4) Maryland 92, Florida St. 84 (OT); (3) Tennessee 72, Mississippi St. 46; Northwestern 70, Penn St. 58; Michigan 55, Illinois 52.
Tiger Passes Arnie: Tiger Woods beat Stewart Cink 8 and 7 in finals of the Accenture Match Play Championship Sunday to pass Arnold Palmer on the all-time PGA victory list with 64.
Auto Club 500 Continues: The Auto Club 500 will resume today at 1 p.m. with Jimmie Johnson leading on the 87th (out of 250) lap.
Johnson was followed by Travis Kvapil, Kyle Busch, Greg Biffle, Kasey Kahne, and Jeff Gordon.
Friday, February 22, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 22, 2008
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Nation/World
Turkey Sends Troops into Northern Iraq: Turkey’s military sent ground troops into Northern Iraq Thursday night in an operation aimed at weakening Kurdish militants there, but it was unclear how many or how long they would stay.
The Turkish General Staff, in an announcement on its Web site today, gave no details on the size of the incursion. An American military spokesman in Baghdad said the ground offensive would be of “limited duration.
Kenya’s Opposition Threatens “Mass Civil Disobedience”: Kenya’s opposition party says it will embark on a “mass civil disobedience campaign next week” if its demands aren’t met in the intensive negotiations aimed at defusing the policitcal crisis in the tense East African nation.
The lawmakers are calling for the creation of a prime minister’s position and proportional sharing of powers in any new government. The Kenyan constitution does not call for a prime minister.
Former U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan has been overseeing the negotiations.
Both sides have agreed to talks and have given the go-ahead for the creation of an independent committee to investigate irregularities in the recent presidential election and suggest reforms.
The alleged irregularities have sparked deadly protests in what had been one of the most stable countries in Africa.
Pakistani Opposition Leaders Reach Agreement: Pakistan’s two main opposition parties have reached an agreement to form a government.
Herald Sports
(21) ND 82, Pittsburgh 70: Sophomores Tory Jackson and Luke Harangody remain undefeated at home for the Irish ( 20-5, 10-3 Big East.
Harangody again led ND with 23 points and 12 rebounds as the Irish overcame an 11-point deficit.
The 5’11” Jackson finished with 16 points and a career-high rebounds 13 rebounds.
The Irish now have a 35-game overall win streak at home. Their 16-game Big East home streak tied them with Georgetown (1987-90) for the second longest such streak in the conference. Pitt (19-7, 7-6 Big East) won 20 straight at home from 2001-2004.
Pittsburgh (70): Gilbert Brown 3-6, 0-3 (3-pt), 2-2, 8 ; Sam Young 7-15, 3-6, 3-4 20; DeJuan Blair 6-11, 0-0, 2-7 14; Keith Benjamin 6-10, 3-6, 0-0, 15; Ronald Ramon 0-8, 0-6, 0-0, 0; Levance Fields 4-10, 1-4, 1-1, 10; Tyrell Biggs 0-4, 0-0, 2-2, 2; Brad Wanamaker 0-0, 0-0, 1-2, 1; Gary McGhee 0-1, 0-0, 0-0 0.
ND (82): Rob Kurz 5-11, 2-4, 2-2, 14; Zach Hillesland 2-6, 0-0, 0-0 4; Luke Harangody 8-19, 0-0, 7-8, 23; Tory Jackson 6-11, 1-3, 3-4, 16; Kyle McAlarney 4-12, 3-10, 4-4, 15; Jonathan Peoples 1-1, 1-1, 0-0, 3; Luke Zeller 1-4, 0-3, 0-0, 2; Ryan Ayers 1-3, 1-3, 2-2, 5.
Thursday NBA Scores: Spurs 100, Timberwolves 99; Rockets 112, Heat 100; Trailblazers 92, Sonics 88.
Thursday NHL Scores: Islanders 1, Lightning 0; Sharks 3, Flyers 1; Hurricanes 5, Thrashers 3; Sabres 5, Maple Leafs 1; Penguins 5, Canadiens 4; Bruins 5, Panthers 4; Blue Jackets 3, Senators 2; Canucks 3, Predators 2; Kings 5, Blues 1.
Thursday NCAA Men’s Scores: IPFW 85, Western Illinois 62; Oakland 84, IUPUI 69; (10) Xavier 75, Duquesne 48; Massachusetts 98, Rhode Island 91; Minnesota 69, Michigan 60; (6) UCLA 84, Oregon St. 49.
Thursday NCAA Women’s Scores: Michigan 72, Purdue 36; Wright St. 65, Butler 60; Indiana St. 86, Missouri St. 77; Valparaiso 75, Detroit 65; Michigan St. 65, Northwestern 40; (20) Ohio St. 69, Iowa 56; (2) North Carolina 79, Miami, Fl. 61; (10) Old Dominion 87, Virginia Commonwealth 67; (3) Tennessee 85, Alabama 58 (Candace Parker announces that she will forego her senior season to turn pro); Florida St. 71, Boston College 65; (6) LSU 52, Kentucky 48; Illinois 69, Penn St. 49.
Bulls Trade Ben Wallace in 11-Player Deal: In a complex, 11-player swap involving Cleveland, Chicago, and Seattle, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry dealt half his active roster to acquire center Ben Wallace and forward Joe Smith from the Bulls, and forward Wally Szerbiak and guard Delonte West from the SuperSonics.
The Bulls received guard Larry Hughes, forwards Drew Gooden and Cedric Simmons, and guard Shannon Brown.
Cleveland also acquired Szcerbiak and West from Seattle for forwards Ira Newble and Donyell Marshall. In addition, the Cavs will get Chicago’s second-round pick in 2009. The Sonics will receive guard Adrian Griffin from the Bulls.
IU’s Sampson will Know Future Today: IU spokesman Larry McIntyre said Thursday a decision on head basketball coach Kelvin Sampson’s future would be announced today.
University officials were in meetings “discussing the situation,” McIntyre said.
Sampson’s basketball program faces five potentially major violations alleged by the NCAA.
. In a meeting with IU Athletic Director Rick Greenspan Thursday, Hoosier players threatened to quit if Sampson is removed.
Weather
High 25, Low 13
Mostly Cloudy
Humidity: 69%
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Nation/World
Turkey Sends Troops into Northern Iraq: Turkey’s military sent ground troops into Northern Iraq Thursday night in an operation aimed at weakening Kurdish militants there, but it was unclear how many or how long they would stay.
The Turkish General Staff, in an announcement on its Web site today, gave no details on the size of the incursion. An American military spokesman in Baghdad said the ground offensive would be of “limited duration.
Kenya’s Opposition Threatens “Mass Civil Disobedience”: Kenya’s opposition party says it will embark on a “mass civil disobedience campaign next week” if its demands aren’t met in the intensive negotiations aimed at defusing the policitcal crisis in the tense East African nation.
The lawmakers are calling for the creation of a prime minister’s position and proportional sharing of powers in any new government. The Kenyan constitution does not call for a prime minister.
Former U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan has been overseeing the negotiations.
Both sides have agreed to talks and have given the go-ahead for the creation of an independent committee to investigate irregularities in the recent presidential election and suggest reforms.
The alleged irregularities have sparked deadly protests in what had been one of the most stable countries in Africa.
Pakistani Opposition Leaders Reach Agreement: Pakistan’s two main opposition parties have reached an agreement to form a government.
Herald Sports
(21) ND 82, Pittsburgh 70: Sophomores Tory Jackson and Luke Harangody remain undefeated at home for the Irish ( 20-5, 10-3 Big East.
Harangody again led ND with 23 points and 12 rebounds as the Irish overcame an 11-point deficit.
The 5’11” Jackson finished with 16 points and a career-high rebounds 13 rebounds.
The Irish now have a 35-game overall win streak at home. Their 16-game Big East home streak tied them with Georgetown (1987-90) for the second longest such streak in the conference. Pitt (19-7, 7-6 Big East) won 20 straight at home from 2001-2004.
Pittsburgh (70): Gilbert Brown 3-6, 0-3 (3-pt), 2-2, 8 ; Sam Young 7-15, 3-6, 3-4 20; DeJuan Blair 6-11, 0-0, 2-7 14; Keith Benjamin 6-10, 3-6, 0-0, 15; Ronald Ramon 0-8, 0-6, 0-0, 0; Levance Fields 4-10, 1-4, 1-1, 10; Tyrell Biggs 0-4, 0-0, 2-2, 2; Brad Wanamaker 0-0, 0-0, 1-2, 1; Gary McGhee 0-1, 0-0, 0-0 0.
ND (82): Rob Kurz 5-11, 2-4, 2-2, 14; Zach Hillesland 2-6, 0-0, 0-0 4; Luke Harangody 8-19, 0-0, 7-8, 23; Tory Jackson 6-11, 1-3, 3-4, 16; Kyle McAlarney 4-12, 3-10, 4-4, 15; Jonathan Peoples 1-1, 1-1, 0-0, 3; Luke Zeller 1-4, 0-3, 0-0, 2; Ryan Ayers 1-3, 1-3, 2-2, 5.
Thursday NBA Scores: Spurs 100, Timberwolves 99; Rockets 112, Heat 100; Trailblazers 92, Sonics 88.
Thursday NHL Scores: Islanders 1, Lightning 0; Sharks 3, Flyers 1; Hurricanes 5, Thrashers 3; Sabres 5, Maple Leafs 1; Penguins 5, Canadiens 4; Bruins 5, Panthers 4; Blue Jackets 3, Senators 2; Canucks 3, Predators 2; Kings 5, Blues 1.
Thursday NCAA Men’s Scores: IPFW 85, Western Illinois 62; Oakland 84, IUPUI 69; (10) Xavier 75, Duquesne 48; Massachusetts 98, Rhode Island 91; Minnesota 69, Michigan 60; (6) UCLA 84, Oregon St. 49.
Thursday NCAA Women’s Scores: Michigan 72, Purdue 36; Wright St. 65, Butler 60; Indiana St. 86, Missouri St. 77; Valparaiso 75, Detroit 65; Michigan St. 65, Northwestern 40; (20) Ohio St. 69, Iowa 56; (2) North Carolina 79, Miami, Fl. 61; (10) Old Dominion 87, Virginia Commonwealth 67; (3) Tennessee 85, Alabama 58 (Candace Parker announces that she will forego her senior season to turn pro); Florida St. 71, Boston College 65; (6) LSU 52, Kentucky 48; Illinois 69, Penn St. 49.
Bulls Trade Ben Wallace in 11-Player Deal: In a complex, 11-player swap involving Cleveland, Chicago, and Seattle, Cavaliers General Manager Danny Ferry dealt half his active roster to acquire center Ben Wallace and forward Joe Smith from the Bulls, and forward Wally Szerbiak and guard Delonte West from the SuperSonics.
The Bulls received guard Larry Hughes, forwards Drew Gooden and Cedric Simmons, and guard Shannon Brown.
Cleveland also acquired Szcerbiak and West from Seattle for forwards Ira Newble and Donyell Marshall. In addition, the Cavs will get Chicago’s second-round pick in 2009. The Sonics will receive guard Adrian Griffin from the Bulls.
IU’s Sampson will Know Future Today: IU spokesman Larry McIntyre said Thursday a decision on head basketball coach Kelvin Sampson’s future would be announced today.
University officials were in meetings “discussing the situation,” McIntyre said.
Sampson’s basketball program faces five potentially major violations alleged by the NCAA.
. In a meeting with IU Athletic Director Rick Greenspan Thursday, Hoosier players threatened to quit if Sampson is removed.
Weather
High 25, Low 13
Mostly Cloudy
Humidity: 69%
Thursday, February 21, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 21, 2008
Local
National Beef Recall Hits Home: The nation’s largest meat recall has affected local schools and service agencies, including CFH.
The Agriculture Department recalled 143-million pounds of the beef –a California meatpackers entire production for the past two years—because the company did not prevent ailing animals from entering the U.S. food supply.
The Food Bank of Indiana, CFH, and Hope Rescue Mission immediately pulled the meat off their shelves.
“Our relationship with Food Bank is still wonderful,” CFH Director of Development and Public Relations Jacqueline Kronk said.
USDA officials emphasized that the recall was only a precaution, that they believe the meat poses little or no hazard to consumers and that most of it was eaten long ago.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
McCain, Lobbyist Deny Inappropriate Relationship: John McCain, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, denied reports of an inappropriate relationship with a female lobbyist.
The Arizona senator described the woman in question, lobbyist Vicki Iseman, as a friend.
Published reports in the New York Times and Washington Post said McCain and Iseman each denied having a romantic relationship.
Neither story asserted that there was a romantic relationship and offered no evidence that there was, reporting only that aides worried about the appearance of McCain having close ties to a lobbyist with business before the Senate Commerce Committee on which he served.
Herald Sports
Saint Mary’s 74, Adrian 63: Alison Kessler’s free throw with 4:34 left in the first half gave her the career Saint Mary’s scoring record with 1,534 points. The old record was held by Jennie Taubenheim.
Belles’ coach Jennifer Henley called timeout so the senior from New Prairie could get a standing ovation from the home crowd.
The free throw was Kessler’s 13th point of the game. She finished with 31 points, 22 of them from the charity stripe. She only hit 4-of-16 from the field.
Junior forward Erin Newsom contributed 20 points and 14 rebounds for the Belles (11-12, 7-8 MIAA).
(8 NAIA DII) Bethel Men 87, Grace 76: William Walker and Tyler Brown powered inside for 23 and 22 points respectively as the host Pilots (24-5, 12-3) clinched at least a share of the MCC title and top seed in the MCC tournament.
Brown grabbed 11 rebounds and handed out seven assists. Walker pulled down eight boards.
Ryne Lightfoot added 15 points and six assists for Bethel.
The Pilots close out the regular season Saturday at Spring Arbor.
(NAIA DII) Bethel Women 80, Grace 59: Natalie Young contributed 27 points, seven rebounds and five blocks as the Lady Pilots (25-3, 14-1 MCC) clinched the regular season MCC championship.
Paula Stout added 17 points and seven rebounds for Bethel.
The Lady Pilots host Spring Arbor Saturday in their final regular season game. Five seniors will be honored before the game.
Illinois Tech Men at IUSB: Cancelled.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Nets 110, Bulls 102 (OT) (Joe Smith 17 points, nine rebounds; Vince Carter 33 points, nine rebounds, seven assists); Cavaliers 106, Pacers 97 (LeBron James 31 points, 14 rebounds, 12 assists; Danny Granger 30 points, eight rebounds); 76ers 124, Knicks 84 (Willie Green 31 points, Thaddeus Young 20 points, eight rebounds); Raptors 127, Magic 110 (Chris Bosh 40 points, five rebounds, five assists; Dwight Howard 37 points, 15 rebounds); Bucks 103, Pistons 98 (Chauncey Billups 34 points, six assists; Michael Redd 27 points); Hornets 104, Mavericks 93 (Dirk Nowitzki 31 points, eight rebounds; Chris Paul 31 points, five rebounds, 11 assists; Jason Kidd eight points, five assists) ; Lakers 130, Suns 124 (Kobe Bryant 41 points, five rebounds, three assists; Amare Stoudemire 37 points, 15 rebounds; Paul Gasol 29 points; Lamar Odom 22 points; Shaq 15 points, nine rebounds); Kings 119, Hawks 107 (Kings Ron Artest 29 points, seven rebounds; Kevin Martin 26 points); Clippers 100, Grizzlies 86 (Hakin Warrick 20 points, seven rebounds; Corey Maggette 30 points, 10 rebounds); Warriors 119, Celtics 117 (Ray Allen 32 points, six assists; Baron Davis 29 points, six assists, six rebounds; Monta Ellis 26 points; Kevin Garnett 17 points, 15 rebounds in 31 minutes).
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 3, Wild 2; Sabres 4, Lightning 3; Devils 3, Sharks 2; Islanders 3, Capitals 2; Flames 3, Stars 2; Ducks 3, Avalanche 2.
Wednesday NCAA Men’s Scores: (8) Butler 51, Illinois-Chicago 46; Loyola, Chi. 68, Valparaiso 61; Central Michigan 63, Ball St. 58; Illinois St. 49, Evansville 47; Cincinnati 52, South Florida 51; (19) Michigan St. 86, Penn St. 49; (25) Marquette 73, St. John’s 64; (3) North Carolina 84, North Carolina St. 70; (2) Tennessee 89, Auburn 70; (1) Memphis 97, Tulane 71; Miami, Fl. 96, Duke 95; (11) Wisconsin 71, Illinois 57.
Wednesday NCAA Women’s Scores: Wisconsin 81, IU 51; (1) Connecticut 95, Marquette 63; DePaul 82, Georgetown 78.
Mavericks-Nets Complete Kidd Trade: The New Jersey Nets and Dallas Mavericks completed an eight-player swap that sent all-star point guard Jason Kidd, forward Malik Allen, and guard Antoine Wright to Dallas for point guard Devin Harris, center DeSagana Diop, swingman Maurice Ager plus retired forward Keith Van Horn and Trenton Hassell. Kidd had eight points and five assists in Wednesday’s game against New Orleans.
National Beef Recall Hits Home: The nation’s largest meat recall has affected local schools and service agencies, including CFH.
The Agriculture Department recalled 143-million pounds of the beef –a California meatpackers entire production for the past two years—because the company did not prevent ailing animals from entering the U.S. food supply.
The Food Bank of Indiana, CFH, and Hope Rescue Mission immediately pulled the meat off their shelves.
“Our relationship with Food Bank is still wonderful,” CFH Director of Development and Public Relations Jacqueline Kronk said.
USDA officials emphasized that the recall was only a precaution, that they believe the meat poses little or no hazard to consumers and that most of it was eaten long ago.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts February 20.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
McCain, Lobbyist Deny Inappropriate Relationship: John McCain, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, denied reports of an inappropriate relationship with a female lobbyist.
The Arizona senator described the woman in question, lobbyist Vicki Iseman, as a friend.
Published reports in the New York Times and Washington Post said McCain and Iseman each denied having a romantic relationship.
Neither story asserted that there was a romantic relationship and offered no evidence that there was, reporting only that aides worried about the appearance of McCain having close ties to a lobbyist with business before the Senate Commerce Committee on which he served.
Herald Sports
Saint Mary’s 74, Adrian 63: Alison Kessler’s free throw with 4:34 left in the first half gave her the career Saint Mary’s scoring record with 1,534 points. The old record was held by Jennie Taubenheim.
Belles’ coach Jennifer Henley called timeout so the senior from New Prairie could get a standing ovation from the home crowd.
The free throw was Kessler’s 13th point of the game. She finished with 31 points, 22 of them from the charity stripe. She only hit 4-of-16 from the field.
Junior forward Erin Newsom contributed 20 points and 14 rebounds for the Belles (11-12, 7-8 MIAA).
(8 NAIA DII) Bethel Men 87, Grace 76: William Walker and Tyler Brown powered inside for 23 and 22 points respectively as the host Pilots (24-5, 12-3) clinched at least a share of the MCC title and top seed in the MCC tournament.
Brown grabbed 11 rebounds and handed out seven assists. Walker pulled down eight boards.
Ryne Lightfoot added 15 points and six assists for Bethel.
The Pilots close out the regular season Saturday at Spring Arbor.
(NAIA DII) Bethel Women 80, Grace 59: Natalie Young contributed 27 points, seven rebounds and five blocks as the Lady Pilots (25-3, 14-1 MCC) clinched the regular season MCC championship.
Paula Stout added 17 points and seven rebounds for Bethel.
The Lady Pilots host Spring Arbor Saturday in their final regular season game. Five seniors will be honored before the game.
Illinois Tech Men at IUSB: Cancelled.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Nets 110, Bulls 102 (OT) (Joe Smith 17 points, nine rebounds; Vince Carter 33 points, nine rebounds, seven assists); Cavaliers 106, Pacers 97 (LeBron James 31 points, 14 rebounds, 12 assists; Danny Granger 30 points, eight rebounds); 76ers 124, Knicks 84 (Willie Green 31 points, Thaddeus Young 20 points, eight rebounds); Raptors 127, Magic 110 (Chris Bosh 40 points, five rebounds, five assists; Dwight Howard 37 points, 15 rebounds); Bucks 103, Pistons 98 (Chauncey Billups 34 points, six assists; Michael Redd 27 points); Hornets 104, Mavericks 93 (Dirk Nowitzki 31 points, eight rebounds; Chris Paul 31 points, five rebounds, 11 assists; Jason Kidd eight points, five assists) ; Lakers 130, Suns 124 (Kobe Bryant 41 points, five rebounds, three assists; Amare Stoudemire 37 points, 15 rebounds; Paul Gasol 29 points; Lamar Odom 22 points; Shaq 15 points, nine rebounds); Kings 119, Hawks 107 (Kings Ron Artest 29 points, seven rebounds; Kevin Martin 26 points); Clippers 100, Grizzlies 86 (Hakin Warrick 20 points, seven rebounds; Corey Maggette 30 points, 10 rebounds); Warriors 119, Celtics 117 (Ray Allen 32 points, six assists; Baron Davis 29 points, six assists, six rebounds; Monta Ellis 26 points; Kevin Garnett 17 points, 15 rebounds in 31 minutes).
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 3, Wild 2; Sabres 4, Lightning 3; Devils 3, Sharks 2; Islanders 3, Capitals 2; Flames 3, Stars 2; Ducks 3, Avalanche 2.
Wednesday NCAA Men’s Scores: (8) Butler 51, Illinois-Chicago 46; Loyola, Chi. 68, Valparaiso 61; Central Michigan 63, Ball St. 58; Illinois St. 49, Evansville 47; Cincinnati 52, South Florida 51; (19) Michigan St. 86, Penn St. 49; (25) Marquette 73, St. John’s 64; (3) North Carolina 84, North Carolina St. 70; (2) Tennessee 89, Auburn 70; (1) Memphis 97, Tulane 71; Miami, Fl. 96, Duke 95; (11) Wisconsin 71, Illinois 57.
Wednesday NCAA Women’s Scores: Wisconsin 81, IU 51; (1) Connecticut 95, Marquette 63; DePaul 82, Georgetown 78.
Mavericks-Nets Complete Kidd Trade: The New Jersey Nets and Dallas Mavericks completed an eight-player swap that sent all-star point guard Jason Kidd, forward Malik Allen, and guard Antoine Wright to Dallas for point guard Devin Harris, center DeSagana Diop, swingman Maurice Ager plus retired forward Keith Van Horn and Trenton Hassell. Kidd had eight points and five assists in Wednesday’s game against New Orleans.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 20, 2008
Election 2008
Obama Widens Lead With Decisive Wins in Hawaii, Wisconsin: Barack Obama widened his lead in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination with decisive wins in the Wisconsin primary and Hawaii caucuses Tuesday.
The Wisconsin vote was not as close as the polls indicated with the junior senator from Illinois winning 58%-41%. Obama was expected the win in the state of his birth, Hawaii, and he did overwhelmingly, 76%-24%.
The AP count shows Obama with 1,303 of the 2,025 delegates needed for nomination to 1,233 for Clinton.
Republicans voted in Wisconsin and Washington state. John McCain won in Wisconsin, 55%-37% and was leading in Washington state, 49%-22% with 57% of the precincts reporting.
With the 31 Wisconsin delegates McCain has 939 delegates. If ex-candidate Mitt Romney’s delegates switch to McCain—which they’re not obligated to do even though Romney has endorsed McCain—that would give him 1,192, one more than the 1,191 he needs to wrap up the nomination.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts today (February 20).
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports
Tuesday NBA Scores: Rockets 93, Cavaliers 85; Knicks 113, Wizards 100 (OT); Magic 103, Pistons 85; Timberwolves 104, 76ers 88; Spurs 85, Bobcats 65; Jazz 119, Warriors 109; Nuggets 124, Celtics 118; Sonics 108, Grizzlies 101; Kings 105, Trailblazers 94; Lakers 122, Hawks 93. .
(5) Rutgers Women 57, (14) ND 51: Charel Allen scored 18 and Lindsay Schrader 10 for the visiting Lady Irish (20-6, 8-4 Big East).
(15) IU Men 77, (14) Purdue 68: Injured D.J. White had 19 points and 15 rebounds for host IU (22-4, 11-2 Big Ten
Eric Gordon and Armon Bassett had 22 and 16 respectively for the Hoosiers.
Robbie Hummel led Purdue ((21-6, 12-2 Big Ten) with 17 points in the only 2008 regular-season meeting between the in-state rivals.
Obama Widens Lead With Decisive Wins in Hawaii, Wisconsin: Barack Obama widened his lead in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination with decisive wins in the Wisconsin primary and Hawaii caucuses Tuesday.
The Wisconsin vote was not as close as the polls indicated with the junior senator from Illinois winning 58%-41%. Obama was expected the win in the state of his birth, Hawaii, and he did overwhelmingly, 76%-24%.
The AP count shows Obama with 1,303 of the 2,025 delegates needed for nomination to 1,233 for Clinton.
Republicans voted in Wisconsin and Washington state. John McCain won in Wisconsin, 55%-37% and was leading in Washington state, 49%-22% with 57% of the precincts reporting.
With the 31 Wisconsin delegates McCain has 939 delegates. If ex-candidate Mitt Romney’s delegates switch to McCain—which they’re not obligated to do even though Romney has endorsed McCain—that would give him 1,192, one more than the 1,191 he needs to wrap up the nomination.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts today (February 20).
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports
Tuesday NBA Scores: Rockets 93, Cavaliers 85; Knicks 113, Wizards 100 (OT); Magic 103, Pistons 85; Timberwolves 104, 76ers 88; Spurs 85, Bobcats 65; Jazz 119, Warriors 109; Nuggets 124, Celtics 118; Sonics 108, Grizzlies 101; Kings 105, Trailblazers 94; Lakers 122, Hawks 93. .
(5) Rutgers Women 57, (14) ND 51: Charel Allen scored 18 and Lindsay Schrader 10 for the visiting Lady Irish (20-6, 8-4 Big East).
(15) IU Men 77, (14) Purdue 68: Injured D.J. White had 19 points and 15 rebounds for host IU (22-4, 11-2 Big Ten
Eric Gordon and Armon Bassett had 22 and 16 respectively for the Hoosiers.
Robbie Hummel led Purdue ((21-6, 12-2 Big Ten) with 17 points in the only 2008 regular-season meeting between the in-state rivals.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 19, 2008
Uncle Ron’s Ramblings
Note to Paris Hilton--Your 15 Minutes are Up: Life is not fair department. Why is it that people like Paris Hilton can sell their dubious talents for top dollar while people like David Evans (and other members of Creative Word Ministries) give freely of their considerable talents.
I know David is going to appreciate being compared to Paris Hilton. He already had to point out to me that he is not the Queen of the West. Actually I didn’t say that. I said that he is not related to Dale Evans, the late Queen of the West or veteran actor Gene Evans who played the father on the 1950’s “My Friend Flicka” television series. Dale’s given name was actually Frances Octavia Smith.
David researched, wrote, directed, and choreographed the CFH production of “The Underground Railroad.”
The play was entertaining and informative. It is based on actual historical incidents.
One came away from the play with an appreciation not only for David’s talents but for those of the guests and staff members who made up the cast.
The cast members did double and triple duty as slaves, abolitionists, and dancers.
David and the cast put in two-three hours, three nights a week in the month leading up to the performance. They worked overtime the past week.
One also wonders, with all the work put into the production, whether there will be demands for an encore performance.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts tomorrow (February 20).
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Hawaii, Wisconsin Go to Polls: Barack Obama hopes to continue the momentum which has propelled him slightly ahead of Democratic rival Hilary Clinton in the Hawaii caucuses and Wisconsin primary today.
Polls show the two in a close race in Wisconsin. Obama is given the edge in Hawaii because he was born there and graduated from a Hawaiian high school.
Republicans will also vote in Wisconsin.
GOP front-runner John McCain picked up the endorsement of the 41st President George H.W. Bush, father of the current president.
McCain has an overwhelming lead over his closest remaining challenger Mike Huckabee.
World
Castro Formally Steps Down: Cuba’s Fidel Castro is stepping down after almost half a century in power.
In a letter to the Cuban people, which was run overnight in the online edition of the Cuban Communist Daily Paper Granma, the 81-year-old leader conceded that he no longer has the strength to continue as President of the State Council and Commander in Chief.
Raul Castro, 76, who has been acting President since his older brother’s intestinal surgery in the summer of 2006, will be formally installed this weekend.
Left temporarily unanswered is the question of who will succeed the new president as the heir-apparent.
The elder Castro first seized power in 1959 after leading an insurgency against Dictator Fulgencia Batista.
Musharraf’s Party Accepts Defeat: Pakistan appeared to be heading for a transition to an elected civilian government Tuesday after President Pervez Musharraf told visiting United States senators that he accepted the resounding defeat of his party in elections, and would work with a new Parliament.
After fears that violence and vote rigging would mar the polling, international election observers described the victory for the opposition Pakistan Peoples Party and Pakistan Muslim League-N as an accurate reflection of the voting.
The nearly complete election tally today showed the Pakistan Peoples Party winning 80 of the 242 contested seats; the Pakistan Muslim League-N with 66; and the pro-Musharraf party trailing with 38.
The leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-N, Nawaz Sharif, who was prime minister twice in the 199s, is now in an important position to help forge the new government with Asis Ali Zardari, the leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party.
Sharif’s last government was overthrown when Musharraf seized power.
Zardari is the widower of assassinated former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Herald Sports
Monday NBA Scores: All-star break. Regular games resume tonight.
Monday NHL Scores: Devils 5, Hurricanes 1; Islanders 3, Sharks 2; Red Wings 4, Avalanche 0; Coyotes 4, Kings 0 (Wayne Gretzky’s 100th win as coach).
Monday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: (12) Georgetown 68, Providence 58; (18) Louisville 61, Syracuse 50; (10) Xavier 81, Rhode Island 77; (7) Texas 77, Texas A&M 50.
Monday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: (20) Ohio St. 72, Purdue 56; IUPUI 97, Centenary 45; Wisconsin 79, Northwestern 65.
(20) Ohio St. Women 72, Purdue 56: Marscilla Packer scored 16 of her 18 points in the second half as the host Lady Buckeyes (19-6, 10-4 Big Ten) moved past Purdue into second place in the Big Ten.
FahKara Malone led the Lady Boilermakers (14-12, 10-5) with 17 points.
Note to Paris Hilton--Your 15 Minutes are Up: Life is not fair department. Why is it that people like Paris Hilton can sell their dubious talents for top dollar while people like David Evans (and other members of Creative Word Ministries) give freely of their considerable talents.
I know David is going to appreciate being compared to Paris Hilton. He already had to point out to me that he is not the Queen of the West. Actually I didn’t say that. I said that he is not related to Dale Evans, the late Queen of the West or veteran actor Gene Evans who played the father on the 1950’s “My Friend Flicka” television series. Dale’s given name was actually Frances Octavia Smith.
David researched, wrote, directed, and choreographed the CFH production of “The Underground Railroad.”
The play was entertaining and informative. It is based on actual historical incidents.
One came away from the play with an appreciation not only for David’s talents but for those of the guests and staff members who made up the cast.
The cast members did double and triple duty as slaves, abolitionists, and dancers.
David and the cast put in two-three hours, three nights a week in the month leading up to the performance. They worked overtime the past week.
One also wonders, with all the work put into the production, whether there will be demands for an encore performance.
Announcements
Special Poetry Jam: At March 3 Monday night meeting. Please see Tammy to OK poems. No foul or suggestive language.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
Homeless Veterans: If you are disabled and cannot work full-time (or are over 65), you may be entitled to a disability pension from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
For more information and complete eligibility requirements, call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also contact: Dianne W. Brown, Homeless Veterans Coordinator by calling 317-554-0000, extension 82589 or direct dial 317-988-2589 at Indianapolis VAMC, Room C-2065. Office Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 2-3:45 p.m.
ABE
▪Money and Power: An ABE discussion group Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m.
Anyone interested in talking about issues of working, buying, and how you relate to broader society? Sign up in ABE.
Starts tomorrow (February 20).
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Hawaii, Wisconsin Go to Polls: Barack Obama hopes to continue the momentum which has propelled him slightly ahead of Democratic rival Hilary Clinton in the Hawaii caucuses and Wisconsin primary today.
Polls show the two in a close race in Wisconsin. Obama is given the edge in Hawaii because he was born there and graduated from a Hawaiian high school.
Republicans will also vote in Wisconsin.
GOP front-runner John McCain picked up the endorsement of the 41st President George H.W. Bush, father of the current president.
McCain has an overwhelming lead over his closest remaining challenger Mike Huckabee.
World
Castro Formally Steps Down: Cuba’s Fidel Castro is stepping down after almost half a century in power.
In a letter to the Cuban people, which was run overnight in the online edition of the Cuban Communist Daily Paper Granma, the 81-year-old leader conceded that he no longer has the strength to continue as President of the State Council and Commander in Chief.
Raul Castro, 76, who has been acting President since his older brother’s intestinal surgery in the summer of 2006, will be formally installed this weekend.
Left temporarily unanswered is the question of who will succeed the new president as the heir-apparent.
The elder Castro first seized power in 1959 after leading an insurgency against Dictator Fulgencia Batista.
Musharraf’s Party Accepts Defeat: Pakistan appeared to be heading for a transition to an elected civilian government Tuesday after President Pervez Musharraf told visiting United States senators that he accepted the resounding defeat of his party in elections, and would work with a new Parliament.
After fears that violence and vote rigging would mar the polling, international election observers described the victory for the opposition Pakistan Peoples Party and Pakistan Muslim League-N as an accurate reflection of the voting.
The nearly complete election tally today showed the Pakistan Peoples Party winning 80 of the 242 contested seats; the Pakistan Muslim League-N with 66; and the pro-Musharraf party trailing with 38.
The leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-N, Nawaz Sharif, who was prime minister twice in the 199s, is now in an important position to help forge the new government with Asis Ali Zardari, the leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party.
Sharif’s last government was overthrown when Musharraf seized power.
Zardari is the widower of assassinated former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto.
Herald Sports
Monday NBA Scores: All-star break. Regular games resume tonight.
Monday NHL Scores: Devils 5, Hurricanes 1; Islanders 3, Sharks 2; Red Wings 4, Avalanche 0; Coyotes 4, Kings 0 (Wayne Gretzky’s 100th win as coach).
Monday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: (12) Georgetown 68, Providence 58; (18) Louisville 61, Syracuse 50; (10) Xavier 81, Rhode Island 77; (7) Texas 77, Texas A&M 50.
Monday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: (20) Ohio St. 72, Purdue 56; IUPUI 97, Centenary 45; Wisconsin 79, Northwestern 65.
(20) Ohio St. Women 72, Purdue 56: Marscilla Packer scored 16 of her 18 points in the second half as the host Lady Buckeyes (19-6, 10-4 Big Ten) moved past Purdue into second place in the Big Ten.
FahKara Malone led the Lady Boilermakers (14-12, 10-5) with 17 points.
Monday, February 18, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 18, 2008
Local
“Railroad” Cast to Experience Roar of Greasepaint and Smell of Crowd: “The Underground Railroad” cast has been putting in overtime in preparation for their performance tonight at the CFH Monday night meeting.\
The cast of CFH staff members and guests had been rehearsing three nights a week in the month leading up to the performance but they have been practicing almost every night for the past week.
“The Underground Railroad is a original play written and directed by David Evans. It is based on actual historical incidents. David is a member of Creative Word Ministries.
Announcements
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes started February 15. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
McCain Picks Up Delegates: Republican front-runner John McCain picked up 50 more national convention delegates from Michigan and Louisiana this weekend.
Thirty-two of Louisiana’s 47 delegates told the Associated Press that they intend to vote for the Arizona senator.
The majority of Michigan’s presidential delegates said they will back McCain now that Michigan primary winner Mitt Romney has dropped out of the race. It is still unclear how many Michigan delegates will be seated at the convention since the state had been penalized for holding its primary early.
The new delegates give McCain 903 of the 1.191 delegates he needs to clinch the nomination. Mike Huckabee has 245 and Romney’s total drops to 253.
Herald Sports
Number 12 Rules at Daytona: South Bend’s Ryan Newman won the 50th anniversary Daytona 500 Sunday.
On a day when past winners of NASCAR’s premier event were honored, Newman added his name to the list.
Newman pulled away in the last two turns with a boost from Penske teammate Kurt Busch who had come from the back of the pack to join the leaders. Busch had a chance to take the inside lane himself but chose to help his teammate.
Team owner Roger Penske has won 14 times had the Indianapolis 500 but had never won the Daytona 500 until Sunday.
The victory snapped a 81-race winless streak for Newman who is now setting his sights on the Sprint Cup championship.
“Honestly, the main goal right now is to win the Sprint Cup,” Newman said Monday. “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us, that being the first race and going to 36 races. Without a doubt, our main effort and our main focus is to win that Cup.”
The Daytona 500 Top Ten: 1. Ryan Newman, 2. Kurt Busch, 3. Tony Stewart, 4. Kyle Busch, 5. Reed Sorenson, 6. Elliott Sadler, 7. Kasey Kahne, 8. Robby Gordon, 9. Dale Earnhardt, Jr., 10. Greg Biffle.
. (20) ND Men 71, Rutgers 68: Tory Jackson picked up the slack for the visiting Irish (19-5, 9-3 Big East) as they escaped from Piscataway with a narrow win.
Kyle McAlarney scored 16 points, including a pair of free throws to seal the win after Rutgers lost an offensive rebound out of bounds with 10 seconds left.
Rob Kurz added 11 points and a career-high 14 rebounds. Luke Harangody was held to well below his average with 10 points and eight rebounds.
(16) ND Women 79, (21) Syracuse 67: Charel Allen led the Lady Irish (20-5, 8-3 Big East) with 22 points and 12 rebounds in front of 31,327 people at the Syracuse Carrier Dome.
Erica Williamson also had a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.
The Lady Irish scored 10 straight points in the last five minutes to break open a close game.
(19) Purdue 71, Northwestern 56: E’Twaun Moore scored a season-high 28 points for the visiting Big Ten leaders (21-5, 12-1 Big Ten).
Keaton Grant added 15 points as the Boilermakers extended their longest winning streak in 12 years to 11 games and 14 out of 15.
(13) IU 80, (10) Michigan St. 61: Eric Gordon scored 28 points for host IU (21-4, 10-2 Big Ten) to set a new school freshman season scoring record with 520 points.
The Hoosiers played the second half without senior captain D.J. White who injured his knee late in the first half.
White’s playing status for the Big Ten showdown with Purdue Tuesday at Bloomington is uncertain. He underwent an MRI yesterday.
IU head coach Kelvin Sampson’s status is also game-to-game. The NCAA has charged Sampson and his staff with five major recruiting violations.
Sunday NBA All-Star Game; East 134, West 128: LeBron James just missed a triple-double for the East in New Orleans Sunday.
James had 27 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds as he was named All-Star Game MVP for the second time in three years.
Ray Allen led all scorers with 28 points, including three straight 3-pointers with 3:15 left.
Amare Stoudemire, Brandon Roy, and Carmelo Anthony scored 18 poiints apiece to lead the West.
Sunday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 2, Avalanche 1; Rangers 3, Sharks 1; Stars 1, Red Wings 0; Blues 5, Blue Jackets 1; Penguins 4, Sabres 1; Canadiens 5, Flyers 3; Ducks 4, Flames 2; Wild 5, Predators 4.
Sunday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Ball St. 59, Toledo 52; Wake Forest 86, (2) Duke 73; Michigan 80, Ohio St. 70; (6) UCLA 56, USC 46; West Virginia 89, Seton Hall 68..
Sunday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: IU 74, Michigan 65; Creighton 82, Evansville 71; (3) North Carolina 97, Florida St. 77; (8) Baylor 79, (10) Oklahoma 59; Louisville 65, Georgetown 51; (2) Connecticut 90, (18) Pittsburgh 64; Michigan St. 66, Penn St. 50; (7) LSU 78, Mississippi 48; (1) Tennessee 81, Vanderbilt 68; Iowa 72, Minnesota 69; (4) Maryland 76, (12) Duke 69.
Local College Basketball Scores: Saint Mary’s 71, Kalamazoo 39; Bethel Men 83, St. Francis, IN. 68; St. Francis, IN. 77, Bethel Women 68; IUSB Women 85, Illinois Tech 47; Olivet Nazarene 83, IUSB 73.
Weather
High 30 Low 8
Cloudy
Humidity 60%
“Railroad” Cast to Experience Roar of Greasepaint and Smell of Crowd: “The Underground Railroad” cast has been putting in overtime in preparation for their performance tonight at the CFH Monday night meeting.\
The cast of CFH staff members and guests had been rehearsing three nights a week in the month leading up to the performance but they have been practicing almost every night for the past week.
“The Underground Railroad is a original play written and directed by David Evans. It is based on actual historical incidents. David is a member of Creative Word Ministries.
Announcements
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes started February 15. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
McCain Picks Up Delegates: Republican front-runner John McCain picked up 50 more national convention delegates from Michigan and Louisiana this weekend.
Thirty-two of Louisiana’s 47 delegates told the Associated Press that they intend to vote for the Arizona senator.
The majority of Michigan’s presidential delegates said they will back McCain now that Michigan primary winner Mitt Romney has dropped out of the race. It is still unclear how many Michigan delegates will be seated at the convention since the state had been penalized for holding its primary early.
The new delegates give McCain 903 of the 1.191 delegates he needs to clinch the nomination. Mike Huckabee has 245 and Romney’s total drops to 253.
Herald Sports
Number 12 Rules at Daytona: South Bend’s Ryan Newman won the 50th anniversary Daytona 500 Sunday.
On a day when past winners of NASCAR’s premier event were honored, Newman added his name to the list.
Newman pulled away in the last two turns with a boost from Penske teammate Kurt Busch who had come from the back of the pack to join the leaders. Busch had a chance to take the inside lane himself but chose to help his teammate.
Team owner Roger Penske has won 14 times had the Indianapolis 500 but had never won the Daytona 500 until Sunday.
The victory snapped a 81-race winless streak for Newman who is now setting his sights on the Sprint Cup championship.
“Honestly, the main goal right now is to win the Sprint Cup,” Newman said Monday. “We’ve got a lot of work ahead of us, that being the first race and going to 36 races. Without a doubt, our main effort and our main focus is to win that Cup.”
The Daytona 500 Top Ten: 1. Ryan Newman, 2. Kurt Busch, 3. Tony Stewart, 4. Kyle Busch, 5. Reed Sorenson, 6. Elliott Sadler, 7. Kasey Kahne, 8. Robby Gordon, 9. Dale Earnhardt, Jr., 10. Greg Biffle.
. (20) ND Men 71, Rutgers 68: Tory Jackson picked up the slack for the visiting Irish (19-5, 9-3 Big East) as they escaped from Piscataway with a narrow win.
Kyle McAlarney scored 16 points, including a pair of free throws to seal the win after Rutgers lost an offensive rebound out of bounds with 10 seconds left.
Rob Kurz added 11 points and a career-high 14 rebounds. Luke Harangody was held to well below his average with 10 points and eight rebounds.
(16) ND Women 79, (21) Syracuse 67: Charel Allen led the Lady Irish (20-5, 8-3 Big East) with 22 points and 12 rebounds in front of 31,327 people at the Syracuse Carrier Dome.
Erica Williamson also had a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.
The Lady Irish scored 10 straight points in the last five minutes to break open a close game.
(19) Purdue 71, Northwestern 56: E’Twaun Moore scored a season-high 28 points for the visiting Big Ten leaders (21-5, 12-1 Big Ten).
Keaton Grant added 15 points as the Boilermakers extended their longest winning streak in 12 years to 11 games and 14 out of 15.
(13) IU 80, (10) Michigan St. 61: Eric Gordon scored 28 points for host IU (21-4, 10-2 Big Ten) to set a new school freshman season scoring record with 520 points.
The Hoosiers played the second half without senior captain D.J. White who injured his knee late in the first half.
White’s playing status for the Big Ten showdown with Purdue Tuesday at Bloomington is uncertain. He underwent an MRI yesterday.
IU head coach Kelvin Sampson’s status is also game-to-game. The NCAA has charged Sampson and his staff with five major recruiting violations.
Sunday NBA All-Star Game; East 134, West 128: LeBron James just missed a triple-double for the East in New Orleans Sunday.
James had 27 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds as he was named All-Star Game MVP for the second time in three years.
Ray Allen led all scorers with 28 points, including three straight 3-pointers with 3:15 left.
Amare Stoudemire, Brandon Roy, and Carmelo Anthony scored 18 poiints apiece to lead the West.
Sunday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 2, Avalanche 1; Rangers 3, Sharks 1; Stars 1, Red Wings 0; Blues 5, Blue Jackets 1; Penguins 4, Sabres 1; Canadiens 5, Flyers 3; Ducks 4, Flames 2; Wild 5, Predators 4.
Sunday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Ball St. 59, Toledo 52; Wake Forest 86, (2) Duke 73; Michigan 80, Ohio St. 70; (6) UCLA 56, USC 46; West Virginia 89, Seton Hall 68..
Sunday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: IU 74, Michigan 65; Creighton 82, Evansville 71; (3) North Carolina 97, Florida St. 77; (8) Baylor 79, (10) Oklahoma 59; Louisville 65, Georgetown 51; (2) Connecticut 90, (18) Pittsburgh 64; Michigan St. 66, Penn St. 50; (7) LSU 78, Mississippi 48; (1) Tennessee 81, Vanderbilt 68; Iowa 72, Minnesota 69; (4) Maryland 76, (12) Duke 69.
Local College Basketball Scores: Saint Mary’s 71, Kalamazoo 39; Bethel Men 83, St. Francis, IN. 68; St. Francis, IN. 77, Bethel Women 68; IUSB Women 85, Illinois Tech 47; Olivet Nazarene 83, IUSB 73.
Weather
High 30 Low 8
Cloudy
Humidity 60%
Saturday, February 16, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 16, 2008
People in the News
Shannon Now has Two Belated Valentines: Shannon Ripley (formerly Myers) now has two belated Valentines: daughter Ivy and husband David.
Shannon and David were married yesterday on Ivy’s birthday—the day after Valentine’s Day. So one could also say that Ivy got a new stepfather for a birthday present.
They were united by a magistrate at the St. Joseph County Courthouse.
Shannon wore a knee-length white dress with a garland in her hair. They managed to get David into a black suit with tie but Ivy insisted on wearing her usual jeans instead of the new dress she had gotten for the occasion.
Hopefully David won’t have any trouble remembering his anniversary.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
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Herald Sports
Friday NBA Scores: No games scheduled.
Friday NHL Scores: Thrashers 4, Devils 3; Panthers 4, Capitals 2; Blue Jackets 5, Red Wings 1; Stars 4, Ducks 2; Kings 6, Flames 3..
Friday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Marquette 72, (22) Pittsburgh 54.
Friday NCAA Women’s Basketball: Illinois St. 91, Indiana St. 56; (3) North Carolina 90, Virginia 82.
IHSAA Boys Friday Basketball Scores: Washington 76, Elkhart Central 62; Marian 45, Trinity 41; (9, 3A) St. Joseph’s 52, Riley 46; Clay 47, Mishawaka 44; Penn 54, Adams 51; Argos 56, Glenn 47; Jimtown 54, Concord 40; CMA 53, New Prairie 51; Tippecanoe Valley 61, Triton 49; F.W. Luers 70, Warsaw 61; Harding 79, Elkhart Memorial 54; Plymouth 70, Knox 31; Westview 70, Goshen 50; NorthWood 56, Bremen 37; LaPorte 75, Chesterton 64.
Newman Seventh in Daytona Field: South Bend’s Ryan Newman qualified seventh in the field for this year’s Daytona 500. He has yet to win NASCAR’s premier event.
Newman finished second behind Dale Earnhardt, Jr., in Thursday’s Gatorade Duel 150-mile qualifying race.
The current Nextel Cup (now Sprint Cup) champion Jimmie Johnson will start on the pole.
The field includes current Indianapolis 500 champion Dario Franchetti and former Indy winner Sam Hornish, Jr.
Two other NASCAR drivers from the local area, South Bend’s David Stremme and LaPorte’s Tony Raines, were dropped by their teams and did not find other rides.
Race coverage for the Daytona 500 starts tomorrow (Sunday) at 2 p.m. on FOX-28.
Starting Field for 2008 Daytona 500: 1. Jimmie Johnson; 2. Michael Waltrip; 3. Dale Earnhardt, Jr.; 4. Denny Hamlin; 5. Reed Sorenson; 6. Tony Stewart; 7. Ryan Newman; 8. Jeff Gordon; 9. Casey Mears; 10. Kasey Kahne; 11. Carl Edwards; 12. Mark Martin; 13. Bobby LaBonte; 14. David Ragan; 15. Juan Montoya; 16. Kevin Harvick; 17. Kenny Wallace; 18. Greg Biffle; 19. Sam Hornish, Jr.; 20. Dale Jarrett; 21. Paul Menard; 22. John Andrette; 23. Brian Vickers; 24. Kyle Busch; 25. Martin Truex, Jr.; 26. Robby Gordon; 27. Scott Riggs; 28. Matt Kenseth; 29. Regan Smith; 30. Travis Kvapil; 31. Clint Bowyer; 32. David Gilliland; 33. Jeremy Mayfield; 34. Dave Blaney; 35. Elliott Sadler; 36. Jeff Burton; 37. J.J. Yeley; 38. Jamie McMurray; 39. Kyle Petty; 40. Dario Franchetti; 41. Joe Nemechek; 42. David Reutimann; 43. Kurt Busch.
Did not qualify: Bill Elliott, Ken Schrader, Sterling Martin.
Weather
High 32 Low 28
Clear
Humidity 57%
Shannon Now has Two Belated Valentines: Shannon Ripley (formerly Myers) now has two belated Valentines: daughter Ivy and husband David.
Shannon and David were married yesterday on Ivy’s birthday—the day after Valentine’s Day. So one could also say that Ivy got a new stepfather for a birthday present.
They were united by a magistrate at the St. Joseph County Courthouse.
Shannon wore a knee-length white dress with a garland in her hair. They managed to get David into a black suit with tie but Ivy insisted on wearing her usual jeans instead of the new dress she had gotten for the occasion.
Hopefully David won’t have any trouble remembering his anniversary.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
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Herald Sports
Friday NBA Scores: No games scheduled.
Friday NHL Scores: Thrashers 4, Devils 3; Panthers 4, Capitals 2; Blue Jackets 5, Red Wings 1; Stars 4, Ducks 2; Kings 6, Flames 3..
Friday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Marquette 72, (22) Pittsburgh 54.
Friday NCAA Women’s Basketball: Illinois St. 91, Indiana St. 56; (3) North Carolina 90, Virginia 82.
IHSAA Boys Friday Basketball Scores: Washington 76, Elkhart Central 62; Marian 45, Trinity 41; (9, 3A) St. Joseph’s 52, Riley 46; Clay 47, Mishawaka 44; Penn 54, Adams 51; Argos 56, Glenn 47; Jimtown 54, Concord 40; CMA 53, New Prairie 51; Tippecanoe Valley 61, Triton 49; F.W. Luers 70, Warsaw 61; Harding 79, Elkhart Memorial 54; Plymouth 70, Knox 31; Westview 70, Goshen 50; NorthWood 56, Bremen 37; LaPorte 75, Chesterton 64.
Newman Seventh in Daytona Field: South Bend’s Ryan Newman qualified seventh in the field for this year’s Daytona 500. He has yet to win NASCAR’s premier event.
Newman finished second behind Dale Earnhardt, Jr., in Thursday’s Gatorade Duel 150-mile qualifying race.
The current Nextel Cup (now Sprint Cup) champion Jimmie Johnson will start on the pole.
The field includes current Indianapolis 500 champion Dario Franchetti and former Indy winner Sam Hornish, Jr.
Two other NASCAR drivers from the local area, South Bend’s David Stremme and LaPorte’s Tony Raines, were dropped by their teams and did not find other rides.
Race coverage for the Daytona 500 starts tomorrow (Sunday) at 2 p.m. on FOX-28.
Starting Field for 2008 Daytona 500: 1. Jimmie Johnson; 2. Michael Waltrip; 3. Dale Earnhardt, Jr.; 4. Denny Hamlin; 5. Reed Sorenson; 6. Tony Stewart; 7. Ryan Newman; 8. Jeff Gordon; 9. Casey Mears; 10. Kasey Kahne; 11. Carl Edwards; 12. Mark Martin; 13. Bobby LaBonte; 14. David Ragan; 15. Juan Montoya; 16. Kevin Harvick; 17. Kenny Wallace; 18. Greg Biffle; 19. Sam Hornish, Jr.; 20. Dale Jarrett; 21. Paul Menard; 22. John Andrette; 23. Brian Vickers; 24. Kyle Busch; 25. Martin Truex, Jr.; 26. Robby Gordon; 27. Scott Riggs; 28. Matt Kenseth; 29. Regan Smith; 30. Travis Kvapil; 31. Clint Bowyer; 32. David Gilliland; 33. Jeremy Mayfield; 34. Dave Blaney; 35. Elliott Sadler; 36. Jeff Burton; 37. J.J. Yeley; 38. Jamie McMurray; 39. Kyle Petty; 40. Dario Franchetti; 41. Joe Nemechek; 42. David Reutimann; 43. Kurt Busch.
Did not qualify: Bill Elliott, Ken Schrader, Sterling Martin.
Weather
High 32 Low 28
Clear
Humidity 57%
Friday, February 15, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 15, 2008
People in the News
Shannon’s Belated Valentine is Three: Three years ago today Shannon Myers welcomed a belated Valentine, daughter Ivy.
Since Ivy and her best bud (most of the time) Autumn were born only a day apart, they both partied together yesterday. Both girls like to get out on the dance floor and bust a move. Ivy’s style is more improvisational while Autumn has two older sisters to teach her some classy dance steps.
Election 2008
Hilary Wins New Mexico Caucus: Hilary Clinton wound up ahead in the final New Mexico caucus tally but she was only able to cut into Barack Obama’s delegate lead by two.
Clinton got 14 New Mexico delegates while Obama received 12.
Romney Endorses McCain: Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has endorsed front-runner John McCain for the GOP presidential nomination. Romney had earned over 200 delegates before dropping out of the race.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes start February 15. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2:30 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports
Thursday NBA Scores: Bulls 99, Heat 92; Sun 109, Mavericks 97.
Thursday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 6, Predators 1; Lightning 5, Flyers 3; Hurricanes 4, Penguins 2; Islanders 5, Maple Leafs 4; Coyotes 5, Stars 2; Blues 4, Avalanche 1; Wild 5, Canucks 4; Oilers 3, Sharks 2.
Thursday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: (9) Butler 89, Youngstown St. 73; IUPUI 89, Centenary 61; Arizona St. 72, (7) Stanford 68; Michigan 60, Iowa 52; Cleveland St. 71, Valparaiso 58; West Virginia 81, Rutgers 63.
Thursday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: (7) LSU 78, (1) Tennessee 62; Michigan St. 72, IU 68; Purdue 59, Iowa 46; Wisconsin-Green Bay 65, Valparaiso 44; Evansville 69, Drake 66; Butler 75, Wisconsin-Milwaukee 73; (9) California 70, Arizona St. 60; Maryland 78, Boston College 51; Michigan 47, Northwestern 40; Minnesota 56, Penn St. 48; Wisconsin 66, Illinois 64; (6) Stanford 69, Arizona 46.
Shannon’s Belated Valentine is Three: Three years ago today Shannon Myers welcomed a belated Valentine, daughter Ivy.
Since Ivy and her best bud (most of the time) Autumn were born only a day apart, they both partied together yesterday. Both girls like to get out on the dance floor and bust a move. Ivy’s style is more improvisational while Autumn has two older sisters to teach her some classy dance steps.
Election 2008
Hilary Wins New Mexico Caucus: Hilary Clinton wound up ahead in the final New Mexico caucus tally but she was only able to cut into Barack Obama’s delegate lead by two.
Clinton got 14 New Mexico delegates while Obama received 12.
Romney Endorses McCain: Former Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has endorsed front-runner John McCain for the GOP presidential nomination. Romney had earned over 200 delegates before dropping out of the race.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes start February 15. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2:30 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Herald Sports
Thursday NBA Scores: Bulls 99, Heat 92; Sun 109, Mavericks 97.
Thursday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 6, Predators 1; Lightning 5, Flyers 3; Hurricanes 4, Penguins 2; Islanders 5, Maple Leafs 4; Coyotes 5, Stars 2; Blues 4, Avalanche 1; Wild 5, Canucks 4; Oilers 3, Sharks 2.
Thursday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: (9) Butler 89, Youngstown St. 73; IUPUI 89, Centenary 61; Arizona St. 72, (7) Stanford 68; Michigan 60, Iowa 52; Cleveland St. 71, Valparaiso 58; West Virginia 81, Rutgers 63.
Thursday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: (7) LSU 78, (1) Tennessee 62; Michigan St. 72, IU 68; Purdue 59, Iowa 46; Wisconsin-Green Bay 65, Valparaiso 44; Evansville 69, Drake 66; Butler 75, Wisconsin-Milwaukee 73; (9) California 70, Arizona St. 60; Maryland 78, Boston College 51; Michigan 47, Northwestern 40; Minnesota 56, Penn St. 48; Wisconsin 66, Illinois 64; (6) Stanford 69, Arizona 46.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
South Bend, Indiana; February 14, 2008
People in the News
Nothing Says Love Like a Valentine Baby: Three years ago today the Teska family received a special valentine named Autumn. The birthday valentine is the daughter of Cynthia and Bob Teska.
The Teska family was already blessed with three healthy children who now range in age from 15-18 years: Carmen, Shayla, and Brandon.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes started February 8. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Poll Shows Clinton in Ohio, Pennsylvania: A Quinnipiac University poll released today showed Hilary Clinton leading fellow Democrat Barack Obama in the key, delegate-rich states of Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Clinton led Obama 55% to 34% in Ohio and 52% to 36% in Pennsylvania according to the poll. The Ohio primary is March 4 while Pennsylvania votes April 22.
The poll showed Republican John McCain leading Clinton a general election 44%-43% and beating Obama 44%-40%.
The Ohio poll of !,748 voters had a error rating of plus or minus 2.3%. The Pennsylvania sampling of 1,419 voters had a error rating of 2.6%.
Herald Sports
(17)Connecticut 84, (20) ND Men 78: Luke Harangody had 32 points and 16 rebounds as the visiting Irish (18-5, 8-3 Big East) had their five-game winning snapped.
The Huskies (19-5, 8-3 Big East) extended their win streak to eight games.
Kyle McAlarney, who scored 32 points in an earlier Irish home win, was held to 12 points this time.
The Irish were held to 33% shooting in the second half after hitting 52% in the opening period. The Irish led by as many as six points in the first half.
Stanley Robinson hit a 3-pointer as the shot clock expired with 1:54 seconds to give the Huskies a 79-74 lead.
(16) ND Women 99, Marquette 76: Tulyah Gaines scored a season-high 22 points while keying the host Lady Irish (19-5, 7-3) defense.
Gaines shut down Marquette’s leading scorer, Krystal Ellis, who scored 13 points in the first eight minutes. Ellis didn’t get a shot off the rest of the half and finished with 18 points while the Lady Irish went on a 21-1 run.
“Not letting her touch the ball is the best defense,” Gaines said. “That’s what I tried to do.”
Charel Allen added 13 points as the Lady Irish shot a season-high 63%.
(10 NAIA DII) Bethel Men 89, Indiana Wesleyan 82: Ryne Lightfoot hit a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to send the game into overtime.
The Pilots (22-5, 10-3 MCC) scored 10 of the 13 points in the overtime period.
William Walker led Bethel with 29 points and 19 rebounds. Lightfoot finished with 23 points.
(4 NAIA DII) Bethel Women 77, Indiana Wesleyan 60: Natalie Young led all scorers for the host Lady Pilots (24-2, 13-0 MCC) earned their first home win against IWU since February 20, 2001.
Young was 11-of-12 from the free throw line and grabbed 10 rebounds for the fifth double-double of the season. Hannah Richards finished with 17 points. Nora Didrick and reserve Bekah Basinger contributed 11 points each.
Bethel’s Paula Stout was named MCC Player of the Week for the week ending February 10. Paula had 25 points on 10-of-14 shooting from the floor, five rebounds, five steals, and four assists against Goshen College last Saturday to earn the award.
IUSB Men 85, St. Francis, Il. 71: The Titans shot 53% on USF’s home court in Joliet to capture their first conference win of the season.
IUSB (14-11, 1-4 CCAC) was led the guard tandem of Tyler Leighton and Qdar Owens with 23 and 22 points respectively. Leighton hit five 3-pointers. Titan center Ben Werner, who didn’t play in a 70-69 home loss to the Saints, contributed 19 points and a game-high eight rebounds.
(15) Wisconsin 68, (13) IU 66: Brian Butch banked in a 3-pointer with 4.5 seconds left to give visiting Wisconsin ((20-4, 10-2 Big Ten) the win.
Eric Gordon, whose two free throws with 17 seconds left had given IU a 66-65 lead, finished with 23 points. He had 17 points in the second half. D.J. White scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds.
The disappointing loss came amid new allegations that IU head coach Kelvin Sampson made illegal recruiting calls and lied about it to the IU administration. University officials insisted that they were standing by their coach.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Pistons 96, Pacers 80; Celtics 11, Bucks 107 (K. Garnett still injured); Spurs 112, Cavaliers 105; Magic 109, Nuggets 98; 76ers 102, Grizzlies 88; Raptors 109, Nets 91; Bobcats 100, Hawks 98; Hornets 111, Bucks 107; Lakers 117, Timberwolves 92; Mavericks 96, Trailblazers 76; Rockets 89, Kings 87; Warriors 120, Suns 118; Jazz 112,
Sonics 93; Wizards 91, Clippers 89.
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 7, Blue Jackets 2; Thrashers 3, Capitals 2; Devils 3, Senators 2; Canadiens 2, Panthers 1; Bruins 2, Penguins 1; Sabres 1, Leafs 0.
Wednesday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Ball St. 76, Buffalo 67; Evansville 60, Creighton 56; Cincinnati 60, St. John’s 43; (2) Duke 77, Maryland 65; South Florida 89, Syracuse 78; (4) Tennessee 93, Arkansas 71; Ohio St. 65, Northwestern 47; (1) Memphis 68, Houston 59.
Wednesday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: Miami (OH) 69, Ball St. 58; (11) West Virginia 56, (18) Pittsburgh 35; Texas 61, (8) Baylor 51; (21) Syracuse 81, Seton Hall 72.
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Nothing Says Love Like a Valentine Baby: Three years ago today the Teska family received a special valentine named Autumn. The birthday valentine is the daughter of Cynthia and Bob Teska.
The Teska family was already blessed with three healthy children who now range in age from 15-18 years: Carmen, Shayla, and Brandon.
Announcements
Underground Railroad: The Underground Railroad will be performed February 18 at the CFH Monday night meeting.
The Underground Railroad is a original play based on actual historical incidents. The cast of CFH staff members and guests is rehearsing three days a week under the direction of author David Evans.
Car Registration: CFH Guests: If you own a motor vehicle, you need to register it with your coach or it could be towed.
“One Step At a Time” Running Group: Three days a week (times and days TBA). Will meet at CFH. Open to Center guests and anyone else who is interested in learning to run. All runners will receive the necessary running gear (i.e. running shoes, shorts, warm-ups, shirts, hats, etc.). There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board by the basement stairway near the men’s lounge.
Artistic Newsletter: Are you an artist, poet or writer? Place submissions for the new Artistic Newsletter in Emily Pickerill’s box. Express your talents and ideas by participating. Start submitting as soon as possible.
Art Group: Interested in exercising your creative spirit? Want to see some of your original art work on display in the hallways?
Please see Meg about details for joining a new art group at CFH
VA Hospital Van: To schedule a ride to the VA Hospital in Ft. Wayne, St. Joseph County veterans can call Doug Davis (USMC, retired) at (574) 243-VETS (8387).
The van service also provides connecting rides to the VA hospitals in Marion and Indianapolis. .
ABE
▪Intro to Computers: Introductory Computer Classes started February 8. They will be Fridays, 10:30-noon and 1-2 p.m. Sign up in ABE.
▪Dead Poets Society: Thursdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE Room. All are welcome.
We will discuss short stories and poems.
▪Poetry Jam: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. Share your own work; read a favorite poem; or listen, relax, and enjoy.
▪Writing: Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m., ABE. Improve your basic writing skills under the guidance of a trained instructor.
▪Creative Writing: Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Develop your creative writing skills. You don’t have to sign up, just show up. Volunteers from Notre Dame will be there.
▪Fractions and Decimals Refresher Courses: Tuesdays, fractions, and Thursdays, decimals, in the second floor conference room. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact ABE.
Election 2008
Poll Shows Clinton in Ohio, Pennsylvania: A Quinnipiac University poll released today showed Hilary Clinton leading fellow Democrat Barack Obama in the key, delegate-rich states of Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Clinton led Obama 55% to 34% in Ohio and 52% to 36% in Pennsylvania according to the poll. The Ohio primary is March 4 while Pennsylvania votes April 22.
The poll showed Republican John McCain leading Clinton a general election 44%-43% and beating Obama 44%-40%.
The Ohio poll of !,748 voters had a error rating of plus or minus 2.3%. The Pennsylvania sampling of 1,419 voters had a error rating of 2.6%.
Herald Sports
(17)Connecticut 84, (20) ND Men 78: Luke Harangody had 32 points and 16 rebounds as the visiting Irish (18-5, 8-3 Big East) had their five-game winning snapped.
The Huskies (19-5, 8-3 Big East) extended their win streak to eight games.
Kyle McAlarney, who scored 32 points in an earlier Irish home win, was held to 12 points this time.
The Irish were held to 33% shooting in the second half after hitting 52% in the opening period. The Irish led by as many as six points in the first half.
Stanley Robinson hit a 3-pointer as the shot clock expired with 1:54 seconds to give the Huskies a 79-74 lead.
(16) ND Women 99, Marquette 76: Tulyah Gaines scored a season-high 22 points while keying the host Lady Irish (19-5, 7-3) defense.
Gaines shut down Marquette’s leading scorer, Krystal Ellis, who scored 13 points in the first eight minutes. Ellis didn’t get a shot off the rest of the half and finished with 18 points while the Lady Irish went on a 21-1 run.
“Not letting her touch the ball is the best defense,” Gaines said. “That’s what I tried to do.”
Charel Allen added 13 points as the Lady Irish shot a season-high 63%.
(10 NAIA DII) Bethel Men 89, Indiana Wesleyan 82: Ryne Lightfoot hit a buzzer-beating 3-pointer to send the game into overtime.
The Pilots (22-5, 10-3 MCC) scored 10 of the 13 points in the overtime period.
William Walker led Bethel with 29 points and 19 rebounds. Lightfoot finished with 23 points.
(4 NAIA DII) Bethel Women 77, Indiana Wesleyan 60: Natalie Young led all scorers for the host Lady Pilots (24-2, 13-0 MCC) earned their first home win against IWU since February 20, 2001.
Young was 11-of-12 from the free throw line and grabbed 10 rebounds for the fifth double-double of the season. Hannah Richards finished with 17 points. Nora Didrick and reserve Bekah Basinger contributed 11 points each.
Bethel’s Paula Stout was named MCC Player of the Week for the week ending February 10. Paula had 25 points on 10-of-14 shooting from the floor, five rebounds, five steals, and four assists against Goshen College last Saturday to earn the award.
IUSB Men 85, St. Francis, Il. 71: The Titans shot 53% on USF’s home court in Joliet to capture their first conference win of the season.
IUSB (14-11, 1-4 CCAC) was led the guard tandem of Tyler Leighton and Qdar Owens with 23 and 22 points respectively. Leighton hit five 3-pointers. Titan center Ben Werner, who didn’t play in a 70-69 home loss to the Saints, contributed 19 points and a game-high eight rebounds.
(15) Wisconsin 68, (13) IU 66: Brian Butch banked in a 3-pointer with 4.5 seconds left to give visiting Wisconsin ((20-4, 10-2 Big Ten) the win.
Eric Gordon, whose two free throws with 17 seconds left had given IU a 66-65 lead, finished with 23 points. He had 17 points in the second half. D.J. White scored 17 points and grabbed eight rebounds.
The disappointing loss came amid new allegations that IU head coach Kelvin Sampson made illegal recruiting calls and lied about it to the IU administration. University officials insisted that they were standing by their coach.
Wednesday NBA Scores: Pistons 96, Pacers 80; Celtics 11, Bucks 107 (K. Garnett still injured); Spurs 112, Cavaliers 105; Magic 109, Nuggets 98; 76ers 102, Grizzlies 88; Raptors 109, Nets 91; Bobcats 100, Hawks 98; Hornets 111, Bucks 107; Lakers 117, Timberwolves 92; Mavericks 96, Trailblazers 76; Rockets 89, Kings 87; Warriors 120, Suns 118; Jazz 112,
Sonics 93; Wizards 91, Clippers 89.
Wednesday NHL Scores: Black Hawks 7, Blue Jackets 2; Thrashers 3, Capitals 2; Devils 3, Senators 2; Canadiens 2, Panthers 1; Bruins 2, Penguins 1; Sabres 1, Leafs 0.
Wednesday NCAA Men’s Basketball Scores: Ball St. 76, Buffalo 67; Evansville 60, Creighton 56; Cincinnati 60, St. John’s 43; (2) Duke 77, Maryland 65; South Florida 89, Syracuse 78; (4) Tennessee 93, Arkansas 71; Ohio St. 65, Northwestern 47; (1) Memphis 68, Houston 59.
Wednesday NCAA Women’s Basketball Scores: Miami (OH) 69, Ball St. 58; (11) West Virginia 56, (18) Pittsburgh 35; Texas 61, (8) Baylor 51; (21) Syracuse 81, Seton Hall 72.
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Humidity 68%
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