Yankees secure Hinske from Pirates Jul 1, 2009
The Jacksonville Jaguars traded receiver Dennis Northcutt, who has 364 catches for 4,584 yards and 17 touchdowns over nine seasons, to the Detroit Lions for third-year safety Gerald Alexander. The Miami Herald reported Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth, serving a 30-day jail sentence after pleading guilty to DUI manslaughter in the death of 59-year-old man, tested positive for marijuana after the March 14 accident. (Boston Globe)
Special: 2009 Fourth of July events around the region Jul 1, 2009
In conjunction with the Friends of Porter Fourth of July Festival in Hawthorne Park, the Chesterton Lions Club will be running the 70th Annual Turtle Derby on July 4 ... Come a little early and enjoy the Lions Club Pancake Breakfast at the Fourth of July Festival ... The Lions will also be accepting donations of any used eyeglasses and hearing aids at this event. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Natural-born Divers And The Molecular Traces Of Evolution Jul 1, 2009
20, 2007) The Bering Sea provides critical habitat for many species of marine mammals, including seals, sea lions and whales. The predictable formation and movement of sea ice is a defining feature of this. (Science Daily)
Stafford, Sanchez prep each other for NFL Jul 1, 2009
Quarterback Matthew Stafford signals during drills at Lions practice last week. Top Sports Stories. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Simple steps to reduce sodium in your summer dining Jul 1, 2009
Eagles Charity Bingo Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: TBA - TBA Cowpokes Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: TBA - TBA TOPS #IA 740 Griswold Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: 9:00am - TBA Friendly Diners Club Lunch Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: 11:30am - TBA Weight Watchers Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: 6:00pm - TBA Atlantic Lions Club Board Meeting Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time: 6:30pm - TBA Atlantic Jaycees Meeting Event Date: July 1st, 2009 Event Time:... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
E-MAILING IT IN: NFL decisions, hot-dog contests & more Jul 1, 2009
That is, of course, if it were a team other than the Lions. Rubenstein: Please, you wouldn't read Chris Cooley's blog if the Redskins were sent overseas. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Aquarium hopes for renewal with marine mammal center Jun 30, 2009
Cordova is one of a group of five seals, and potentially several California sea lions, that will make their home in the new Marine Mammal Center, a $10 million open-air pavilion at the back of the aquarium. It is the first new addition since the IMAX theater opened there in 2001. (Boston Globe)
Town Crier for TUESDAY JUNE 30, 2009 (22) Jun 30, 2009
Lions set July programs. The Casper Lions Club has set its programs for noon Wednesday meetings at the Parkway Plaza ... Once again, the Lions Club of Casper will sponsor the 2009 Central Wyoming Fair Parade on Tuesday, July 7, starting at 10 a.m. The theme this year is "Legends of Wyoming." Lions Club president Tom Phillips has received confirmation that the famed Clydesdale horses will be in the parade, the first time in 11 years. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Rabbitohs leave it too late Jun 30, 2009
League HQ - leaguehq. Knights run down Rabbitohs. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Thanks to all who came to Lions’ chickencue Jun 29, 2009
Thanks to all who came to Lions chickencue : Winona Daily News ... Thanks to all who came to Lions chickencue By Jack Krage ... The Winona Noon Lions would like to thank those people who helped make this event another success. (Winona Daily News, MN)
A long prop scar runs through a bed of seagrass in Redfish Bay near Ransom Island. Photo by NORMA MARTINEZ Jun 29, 2009
TPWD representatives also have conducted 67 presentations to guides associations, conservation groups, at fishing tournaments, Rotary and Lions Club meetings, an outdoor writers session, at local government officials sessions, and others. Pre-launch brochure dispersal has taken place over a 50-day period. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Woman shares beds with cheetahs, other big cats Jun 29, 2009
BEIJING, June 29 (Xinhuanet) -- A South African woman shares her beds with her eleven cat friends, four grown cheetahs, three white lions, two tigers and two golden lions, according to media reports Monday. Forty-six-year-old Riana Van Nieuwenhuizen bought her first cheetah, Fiela, in 2006, after realizing the big cats were in trouble and heading for extinction with only 1,000 left in Africa. (Xinhuanet, China)
'Transformers' takes to sky with $112M weekend Jun 29, 2009
and New Line are units of Time Warner Inc.; MGM is owned by a consortium of Providence Equity Partners, Texas Pacific Group, Sony Corp., Comcast Corp., DLJ Merchant Banking Partners and Quadrangle Group; Lionsgate is owned by Lions Gate Entertainment Corp.; IFC Films is owned by Rainbow Media Holdings, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corp.; Rogue Pictures is owned by Relativity Media LLC; Overture Films is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corp. ... Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. (Yahoo News)
* Lions defense falls apart as the Bears romp to 8-3 victory Jun 29, 2009
Lions defense falls apart as the Bears romp to 8-3 victory ... Bears pitcher Chang Chih-Jia throws the winning ball during their match against the Lions in Kaohsiung County on Saturday ... Capitalizing on four costly errors by the Uni-President Lions defense that led to five unearned runs, the La New Bears topped their foes 8-3 at the Kaohsiung County Baseball Stadium on Saturday night. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Newton boys U12 soccer team wins Mass. Tournament of Champions Jun 29, 2009
The spring season started slowly for the Newton Lions, who despite losing their first two games went on to win the next 15 culminating with the State title. Qualifying for the tournament as wildcards the Newton Lions defeated Weymouth and Plymouthon Friday, beat a spirited side from Norton on Saturday to go through the semifinals on Sunday ... Family vacation commitments caused some players to miss the final game and pared down the Lions to eight players, leaving them with no substitutes. (Newton Tab, MA)
2009 Cannes Lions Official T-shirt Grand Prix Winner Selected Jun 29, 2009
TOKYO, June 28 /PRNewswire/ -- UNIQLO has been responsible for the creation and sale of official T-shirts for the 2009 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival, one of the world's top three advertising fests ... The design perfectly matched the 2009 Grand Prix with an image of a crown-wearing lion, the symbol of the Cannes Lions ... UNIQLO will continue to create and sell official T-shirts for the Cannes Lions Festival from 2010 onwards. (PR Newswire)
One Man's Plan To Save A Natural Treasure Jun 29, 2009
There were hundreds of lions ... When a about the park was made in the 1960's, there were 500 lions in Gorongosa, 2,000 elephants, 14,000 Cape buffalo and 3,000 hippos. (CBS News)
Area fireworks to light up sky several days Jun 28, 2009
Food is available from the Dewey Lions Club starting at 4 p.m. Live music will start at 6 p.m., opening ceremonies at 7 p.m., duck race at 8:30 p.m. and fireworks at 9:35 p.m. Hundreds of rubber ducks will race down the "Delaware River" for super prizes. Purchase a duck number at City Hall, the Dewey Library and participating businesses. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Pontiac Silverdome may be headed for auction block Jun 27, 2009
- The former home of the Detroit Lions may be headed to the auction block ... Pontiac has tried repeatedly to sell the 80,000-seat domed stadium since the Lions left in 2002 to move to Ford Field in Detroit. (Anchorage Daily News)
Sturgis celebrates its history with Cavalry Days Jun 27, 2009
11 a.m. Kids Fishing Derby at Lions Club Park. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Civil War cannon crew and demonstrations. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Bulldogs v Cowboys Jun 27, 2009
League HQ - leaguehq. Dogs power ahead of Cowboys. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Community datebook (6/27/09) Jun 27, 2009
Playground equipment dedication, 1 p.m., Mountain View Lions Club, 501 N. Pine St. The Lions Club and Sharon Shaw have donated playground equipment in honor of Bert Shaw and the 50th anniversary of statehood. The public is invited to attend and enjoy a free lunch. (Anchorage Daily News)
Phillies bench shortstop Rollins Jun 26, 2009
The Lions signed center Dominic Raiola to a four-year contract extension. NHL Fedorov signs with Russian team Nineteen years after defecting from the Soviet Union, Sergei Fedorov is leaving the NHL to play in his homeland. (Boston Globe)
Prep roundup Jun 26, 2009
He came on in relief in the 14-3 loss to the Lions and struck out all three batters he faced. Columbus (2-9) will head to Highland on Monday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
England Ashes show at concert pitch except for the full Monty Jun 26, 2009
This puts the emphasis back on the seam bowlers, and here I feel the selectors have made the right call by naming Steve Harmison in the Lions squad to face Australia next week. Harmison is bowling well again, and getting wickets, but the selectors must feel that they have seen this all before. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Wildlife faces cancer threat Jun 26, 2009
Genital tumours in California sea lions occur at much higher rates than previously documented, the paper shows. Dolphins, such as the dusky dolphin and Burmeister's porpoise, found off South American coasts, are also showing higher rates of genital tumours. (India Times)
Sunday's TV: Merlin Jun 26, 2009
Tonight's episode features a pride of lions in Tanzania ... The lions do it incredibly tough as they wait for rain to bring grass and grazing animals back to their territory. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Michael Jackson: In his own words Jun 26, 2009
We have elephants, and giraffes, and crocodiles, and every kind of tigers and lions. And - and we have bus loads of kids, who don't get to see those things. (India Times, India)
Summer Fun events 2009 Jun 25, 2009
Union Grove Lions Club Chicken Barbecue & Classic Car, Motorcycle and Van Show: Racine County Fairgrounds, 19805 Durand Ave., Yorkville. This 27th annual community event featuring barbecued chicken by Union Grove Lions Club, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Indoor seating or drive-through carryouts (Gate 6) ... Advance tickets from Lions Club members and in Union Grove at Grove Insurance, Aurora Pharmacy, Al s Piggly Wiggly and Union Grove Lumber. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Sharks, Serial Killers Use Similar Hunting Strategies Jun 25, 2009
Other animals, such as lions, also reveal strategies in their hunting, Hammerschlag said. Land animals have been observed more easily from the air or elsewhere on the ground. (Fox News)
More room for recreation Jun 25, 2009
Mountain lions have been reported but sightings haven t been confirmed. There are 10 established trails on the property and close to 200 head of cattle graze on the land. (Santa Maria Times)
100 years of Glacier Jun 25, 2009
Mountain lions and wolves returned. More recently, Glacier has emphasized science and research and worked to protect Glacier from outside threats including development of surrounding areas and water and air pollution. (Montana Standard, MT)
Patriotic program, picnic, fireworks planned for Fourth Jun 25, 2009
The Elloree Lions Club will have chips and corn on the cob, the Pythian Sisters of Elloree Temple No. 4 will dish out ice cream and the Elloree Water System will slice up watermelons. The Evergreen Garden Club will serve ice-cold beverages. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
* Cousteau inspires Mexicos very first marine observatory Jun 25, 2009
Its surrounding seas are home to vaquitas, or harbor porpoises, whales, dolphins, sea lions and sharks, while its rocky coasts are home to hundreds of resident and migratory birds. Were going to make available to the observatory all the scientific information we gathered during our expeditions, his widow, Francine Cousteau, said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Do you need a favor? Ask it in the right ear Jun 25, 2009
This preference for hearing with the right ear is also found in rats, Japanese macaques, harpy eagles, sea lions and dogs. However, until now, the majority of studies looking at in human communication have been controlled laboratory studies. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sharks in the dark can match Hannibal Jun 25, 2009
Other animals, such as lions, also reveal strategies in their hunting. Land animals have been observed more easily from the air or elsewhere on the ground. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Edward H. Lehrke Jun 25, 2009
He was past member of the Minnesota National Guard, American Train Dispatchers Association, the Moose Lodge and Lions Club. Ed enjoyed to hunt, fish and travel. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Barron County Courthouse News Jun 25, 2009
Court records show Pfalzgraf allegedly confessed to police that she'd stolen $30,000 from the Birchwood Lions Club over three years. Pfalzgraf reportedly wrote checks out to herself when she was the club treasurer, then cashed them. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Surgery shelves KC's Crisp for season Jun 24, 2009
Bryant, who joined Pittsburgh after being cut by the Patriots in training camp last season, started 109 of 112 games with the Jaguars, Lions and Steelers. MISCELLANY Valverde will bypass Tour de France Top-ranked Alejandro Valverde will not compete in the Tour de France because his appeal of a two-year doping ban in Italy will not be heard before the race starts July 4. (Boston Globe)
Sea lion saved from Interstate 880 Jun 24, 2009
Last year, the Sausalito center rescued 813 animals, including 486 sea lions ... Unlike harbor seals, which are almost immobile on land, sea lions can romp along on their flippers and spend time out of the water ... The newly expanded center has seen an increase in the number of skinny and ill sea lions on California beaches, apparently as the result of fluctuating ocean conditions that may be depleting their food supply. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
P.M. Roundup: Ex-coaches, UGA name team, Stafford’s hair Jun 24, 2009
He feels mentally ready to compete for the starting job with the Lions, and he has acquired girl-approved hair through his endorsement deal with Axe Hair. I had to step up my game, and they were there to help me, Stafford is quoted as telling radio interviewers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Most indispensable Falcon? Jun 24, 2009
Ok Mark, Mckay got one right and for that he makes millions ... For the record, I think what Vick did was very silly , he blew millions on something so ... Hey Mark, Bottom line, please comment to if you think the Falcons will finally have back to back winning seasons remembering last year the Falcons were on the 4-12 schedule with Lions and Chiefs etc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gila Trout: More fishing than catching Jun 24, 2009
Elk, deer and mountain lions roamed throughout the area ... We saw no lions, but deer and elk were plentiful. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Death Of Sea Lion Under Investigation Jun 24, 2009
Seals and sea lions are protected by federal law. San Diego police told 10News they have passed along the information to NOAA, which is investigating the incident. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Summer guide to guiltless grilling Jun 24, 2009
Eagles Charity Bingo Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: TBA - TBA Cass County Genealogical Society Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: TBA - TBA TOPS #IA 740 Griswold Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: 9:00am - TBA Friendly Diners Club Lunch Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: 11:30am - TBA Weight Watchers Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: 5:00pm - TBA Weight Watchers Event Date: June 24th, 2009 Event Time: 6:00pm - TBA Brain Injury Support Group Event Date: June 24th,... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Home for Gir lions in trouble Jun 24, 2009
NEW DELHI: India's Asiatic lions are the most vulnerable of all the big cats as they live in a single area in Gujarat, making them prone to diseases as well as other threats, and yet calls for creating a second home by the scientific community have been repeatedly ignored, say experts. The sprawling Gir National Park in western India is home to some 350 Asiatic lions, the last refuge for these cats ... In the past, the lions had roamed in almost the entire Central Asia. (India Times)
Baby Sea Lion Halts Traffic, Flees Police Jun 24, 2009
The center has seen a spike this year in the number of weakened and malnourished sea lions found along the Northern California coast. In a recent week, staff at the center rescued 10 more sea lions a day than usual ... Experts say the increase could be caused by a drop in the number of smaller fish that younger sea lions rely on for food while they are developing. (Click2Houston, TX)
Oregon Recreation Report (3) Jun 24, 2009
As fall weather begins to bring deer and elk out of higher elevations, mountain lions will follow ... As many as 6,000 harbor seals, northern elephant seals, Steller sea lions, California sea lions haul out on Simpson s Reef this time of year. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Manlius Village Board 6-2 Jun 24, 2009
Heard the Lions Club will be working on the new slide at the park. Heard Menard signed a contract with the city of Princeton to do the mosquito spraying this summer. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A grand festival Jun 24, 2009
Wednesday June 24, 2009. A boy rides by the Animal Center of Queen’s booth at the festival. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Megafauna demise blamed on humans Jun 23, 2009
Central to the debate has been the demise of the Australian megafauna, including animals such as marsupial lions, hippopotamus-sized wombats and the 2m-tall giant kangaroo Procoptodon goliah. Last year, researchers dated fossils from Tasmania with the best precision yet, finding that many species survived more than 2,000 years after the arrival of humans. (BBC News -- Science)
Burlington High School awards and scholarships Jun 23, 2009
Burlington Lions Club Robert Hefty Scholarship: Matthew Grulich, Samantha Simon. Burlington Woman s Club: Catherine Grandi, Garreth Langley. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Vaughan misses out on Ashes squad Jun 23, 2009
ENGLAND last night have declared their desire to make life as difficult as possible for Australia before the first Test by naming Steve Harmison in an England Lions team to meet Ricky Ponting's men in their final warm-up game at Worcester ... "We are keen to make the match at Worcester a tough one for Australia and plan to give all the players in the Lions team the maximum opportunity to press their case for selection," England selector Geoff Miller said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Gay pride goes on parade in Kalispell Jun 23, 2009
The march from the Flathead County Courthouse to Center Street will be followed by a gathering at Lions Memorial Park, south of town on Highway 93. The event is billed as part celebration of God, part objection to Saturday's Montana Pride parade. (Missoulian, MT)
Ghost of 2005 won't worry us: Clarke Jun 23, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Chloe Saltau in LondonJune 23, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
A long prop scar runs through a bed of seagrass in Redfish Bay near Ransom Island. Photo by NORMA MARTINEZ Jun 22, 2009
TPWD representatives also have conducted 67 presentations to guides associations, conservation groups, at fishing tournaments, Rotary and Lions Club meetings, an outdoor writers session, at local government officials sessions, and others. Pre-launch brochure dispersal has taken place over a 50-day period. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
* Lions Du Du keeps Elephants at bay in 8-0 shutout Jun 22, 2009
Lions Du Du keeps Elephants at bay in 8-0 shutout ... Uni-President Lions pitcher Pan Wei-luen fires one off against the Brother Elephants in Tainan on Saturday ... Pan Du Du Wei-luen pitched six scoreless innings of two-hit ball and Jose Castillo drove in three runs with a pair of doubles as the Uni-President Lions shut out the Brother Elephants 8-0 in Tainan on Saturday night to end a three-game slide. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Durban hotel burns Jun 22, 2009
Netcare 911 spokesman Chris Botha said several Lions supporters were among guests evacuated from the hotel when the fire broke out. Botha said the entire building was covered in smoke and that 11 people were taken to St Augustines hospital. (iAfrica.com)
Low elk numbers may mean fewer permits Jun 22, 2009
Thompson said wolves, lions and bears combine with the weather to affect calf survival ... So have lions and bears. (Montana Standard, MT)
Parks Department Releases Summer Concert Schedule Jun 22, 2009
The Washington Lions Club will sell beverages for attendees at all concerts. Coolers and pets are not allowed. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Vaughan's Ashes hopes in the balance Jun 22, 2009
National selector Geoff Miller, the former England off-spinner, is also due to unveil the England team to play Warwickshire in a three-day warm-up match at Edgbaston starting on July 1 and the Lions or A side that plays Australia in a four-day match which begins on the same day. If Vaughan's name cannot be found in any of their various lists, it will be a clear indication yet that England are looking elsewhere for top-order runs against Australia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Jack Krage: Noon Lions broom sale a huge success Jun 22, 2009
Jack Krage: Noon Lions broom sale a huge success : Winona Daily News ... Jack Krage: Noon Lions broom sale a huge success By Jack Krage / Past district governor ... The Noon Lions wish to thank the Winona community for its continued support of our annual door-to-door broom sale. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Managing the Merc: Young owners take the reins of Polebridge store Jun 21, 2009
The Polebridge Mercantile stands stiff and square against ragged peaks, bright red on bottomless blue sky, the dream of an earlier idealist who looked to carve a lifestyle among lions and eagles and bears. Bill Adair built the place back in 1914, just four years after Glacier Park became a park. (Missoulian, MT)
* Bears rip the Bulls apart at start of weekend series Jun 21, 2009
The win not only extended the Bears win streak to six straight, but also helped them to take the lead in the standings, with a loss by the Uni-President Lions to the Brother Elephants in Tainan meant the Bears and the Lions swapped places in the standings in a tight race for the first-half title ... Mike Smith pitched seven strong innings of one-run ball, while Liu Geng-hsin showed off his blazing speed around the base paths and the Brother Elephants went on to top the Uni-President Lions 2-1... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Congratulations, son in law Jun 21, 2009
Many kids can recite the Tin Man's best-known line from the movie The Wizard of Oz: Lions and tigers and bears. Oh my. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
