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Bandits rob delivery man of chicken wings Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:27PMColumbus police are on the look out for a pair of apparently hungry criminals who robbed a pizza delivery man of an order of chicken wings.
St. Jacob youth to spearhead Haiti relief project Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:25PMThe youth group of St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church, 1460 State St. NE, invites area churches and members of the community to join in an effort to collect donated hygiene products for “Health Kits for Haiti.”
Limited Brands' 4Q profit rises on cost cutting Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:25PMVictoria's Secret parent Limited Brands Inc. reported a sharp rise in profit in the fourth quarter as the retailer benefited from cost-cutting and tight inventory controls. Limited, based in Columbus, Ohio, said Wednesday it earned $356.1 million, or $1.08... Limited Brands - victoria secret - Columbus Ohio - Ohio - Business
Limited Brands' profit rises on cost cutting Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:16PMNew York — Victoria's Secret parent Limited Brands Inc. says its profit rose sharply in the fourth quarter as the retailer benefited from cost-cutting and tight inventory controls.
Curtain goes up March 4, renovations permitting Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:14PMRenovation of a former gas station into a theater is continuing, and Richard Albert predicts the first production of the Columbus Civic Theater in its new home will open on schedule March 4.
Westbrook back at state diving meet Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:14PMThe Division I district diving championships last Saturday in Ohio State's McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion resembled Whetstone High School senior Wade Westbrook's regular season.
Finnegan seeks addition to state-title collection Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:13PMGracie Finnegan will attempt to win titles in both the 100-yard freestyle and 50 free for a third consecutive year when she competes in the Division I state swimming and diving meet last Wednesday through Saturday.
Economist: Job growth will be slower than most recoveries Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:12PMATLANTA - - Georgians expecting a brisk bounce back in the economy and rapid job creation due to pent-up demand are thinking of the wrong type of recovery, according to a prominent economist. "Pre...
East notes: Crew defender blogs about trip Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:12PMCrew defender Jed Zayner didn't quite grasp what he was about to start when he and teammate Adam Moffat decided to post a blog entry about the first day of the Crew's trip to Bradenton, Fla.
Ohio convert: Family reconciliation not possible Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:12PMA teenage runaway who fled Ohio with the alleged help of Christian pastors, claiming she'd be harmed for converting from Islam to Christianity, says a reconciliation with her Muslim parents is no longer possible.
St. Louis Blues' Backes misses second game to injury Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:42PMJanuary 16, 2010 - Blues right wing David Backes (left) collides with New York Rangers left wing Sean Avery in first period action. (Chris Lee/P-D) With David Backes missing his second straight game Saturday, Blues coach Davis Payne moved another winger to center.
Koivu scores twice as Wild defeat Columbus 4-2 Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:40PMMikko Koivu scored twice and Niklas Backstrom stopped 21 shots as the Minnesota Wild snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.
Kansas Prep Zone Saturday Scores Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:37PMScores from mid-season tournaments from across Kansas on Saturday.
The George Elliot Underground Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:32PMIn the darkness to stage left, Brian Dangerous, drummer for The George Elliot Underground, was rummaging through a pile of instruments and equipment the band members had set aside when they arrived. Part of his drum set was at his feet, covered with strings of Christmas lights.
Navy bowling champion is still rolling strong Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:30PMWhile serving in the Navy, Charles Riexinger and his ship's bowling team captured the Atlantic Fleet championship.The retired Manor Township veteran went on to bowl in the All-Navy Tournament.His success continued through his bowling career, as he managed to bowl his second perfect game to kick ...
Church notes Roe vs. Wade anniversary Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:29PMFriday, Jan. 22, 2010, marks the 37th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Roe vs. Wade, which opened the door for the legalization of abortion.
West Virginia rallies to top Ohio State Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:29PMDa’Sean Butler scored 21 points and No. 11 West Virginia came from 14 points down to beat No. 21 Ohio State 71-65 on Saturday.
Columbus High girl's basketball gets needed win over Carver Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:28PMBalanced scoring and a change in defense helped the Lady Blue Devils end their four-game losing streak with a 47-36 win over Carver at Columbus High on Saturday.
Koivu scores twice as Wild defeat Columbus 4-2 Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:28PMST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Mikko Koivu scored twice and Niklas Backstrom stopped 21 shots as the Minnesota Wild snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night.
Prep bowling Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 9:27PMPrep boys
Peca retires after 13 seasons in NHL Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:10AMTORONTO — Michael Peca is retiring after 13 seasons as one of the top two-way forwards in the NHL.
Carter breaks out with pair of well-timed goals Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:10AMPHILADELPHIA — For months, Flyers fans have been asking themselves the same thing: What's wrong with Jeff Carter?
Morris graduates from Unit Training Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:07AMFERNLEY--Army Pvt. Benjamin T. Morris has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training.
New bar delivers the old world to Morningside Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:06AMLa Negrita’s replacement, 999, retains traces of the former underclassman haunt, but also adds some British inspiration of its own.
Woman Charged With Leaving Scene of Accident Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:04AMA woman faces a charge of leaving the scene of an accident, following a two-vehicle collision in metro. It happened at the intersection of Columbus Drive and Old Pennywell Road lunchtime yesterday. There were no injuries.
Newsstand makes the news on Upper West Side Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 2:04AMThe Columbus Square Development has brought new traffic to the neighborhood. Some say that a proposed newsstand is the last straw.
Free throw contest is Sunday Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 1:53AMAll boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2010 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship. The local competition will be on Sunday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. at the Gretna High School gym.
SPRINGFIELD: Affordable housing still a top concern Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 1:53AMSPRINGFIELD Mayor Denis McDaniel is anticipating big changes in affordable housing rules this year.
Community calendar Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 1:52AMLittle Nature Lovers, 10 a.m., Central Wisconsin Childrens Museum, CenterPoint MarketPlace, 1201 Third Court. Free with museum admission. 344-2003, www.cwchildrensmuseum.org.
Madison sweeps Polk County Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 1:51AMBy Jeremy Trantham Times-News Staff Writer COLUMBUS — Cold shooting doomed Polk County's comeback bid in Tuesday's Western Highlands Conference home game against Madison.
Ohio County Pays Man $1,500 For Bat Bite Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:59AMDELAWARE, Ohio -- An Ohio county has agreed to pay $1,500 to a man who was bitten by a rabid bat and turned to a little-known state law that allows for compensation.
Ohio County Pays Man $1,500 For Bat Bite Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:58AMAn Ohio county has agreed to pay $1,500 to a man who was bitten by a rabid bat and turned to a little-known state law that allows for compensation. Commissioners in Delaware County, north of Columbus, voted Thursday to provide 61-year-old David Froehlich with the maximum reimbursement under the law, even though he put in his request for the money two days late.
Concert Review | CSO: Reeves submerges herself too much Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:41AMSinger Dianne Reeves did a decent job in conjuring the spirit of "Sassy" last night in a concert with the Columbus Symphony at a much-less-than-full Veterans Memorial.
Saturday's Scores/Sunday's Schedule Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:24AMMichael Ryder has a goal during Bostons game against Los Angeles last night, but it wasn't enough for them to come out on top.The Kings came back to win 4-3 in a shootout.
Stars clip Wings, end three-game skid Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:23AMBy The Associated Press DALLAS — Steve Ott scored a controversial goal in the sixth round of the shootout, and the Dallas Stars ended a three-game skid with a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday.
Coshocton woman waits for kidney Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:15AMYou'd never know by looking at Jennifer Wilson that she was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 4, has given herself insulin shots since she was 5, has suffered seven miscarriages, lost a baby son when she was in a horrendous car accident Dec. 23, 2002, had 30 broken bones, was told she'd never walk again and now needs a kidney transplant.
CASINO BACKERS BUY PROPERTY FOR COLUMBUS LOCATION Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:14AMCOLUMBUS (AP) -- The company bringing casinos to Ohio has finished buying property for the Columbus location authorized by voters but says it's still considering alternative sites in the city.
Buckeyes avenge loss to Wisconsin Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:13AMCOLUMBUS -- David Lighty helped Ohio State weather Evan Turner's foul trouble, scoring 18 points to lead the Buckeyes to their second win over a ranked opponent this week, a 60-51 victory over No. 13 Wisconsin on Saturday night.
New sled runs open at Columbus County Park Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:09AMAlmost as if on cue, after the first major snowfall of the winter season blanketed the area last Thursday, a new sledding facility opened at Columbus County Park.
On the House | Jim Weiker commentary: Sprawl has spread deep into our minds Sunday, January 17, 2010 @ 5:09AMHazel Morrow-Jones has spent much of a lifetime trying to answer a simple question: Why do we live where we live?
Lead workers in Run Thru History pass the baton Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:12AMIn 17-degree temperature, Mack Varner and Robert Sadler set out for Jackson on Saturday to run the Mississippi Blues Marathon.
Film preview: Iron Man, Shrek, Harry Potter return Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:10AMHollywood may find it tough to match 2009's record box-office revenue. Yet studios have a cast of characters this year to make a run for their money. Among the gang: Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter in "Alice in Wonderland." Russell Crowe as the noble thief in "... Mad Hatter - Johnny Depp - Harry Potter - Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - Russell Crowe
Vancouver Canucks left-winger Alex Burrows named NHL first star of week Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:10AMNEW YORK - Vancouver Canucks left-winger Alex Burrows was named National Hockey League first star of the week Monday.
Vancouver Canucks left-winger Alex Burrows named NHL first star of week Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:01AMNEW YORK - Vancouver Canucks left-winger Alex Burrows was named National Hockey League first star of the week Monday.He led all NHL scorers with seven points (six goals, one assist) last week
Blue Jackets-Blues Preview Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:01AMWhile Davis Payne is savoring his first win as St. Louis Blues coach, he also has to figure out how to help his club end its woes at home. A matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets, who have had their own problems winning in St. Louis, might be a good way to start. The Blues try to end their five-game skid at Scottrade Center and hand the Blue Jackets an eighth straight loss there Tuesday night.
Six-goal week earns Canucks' Burrows first star honours Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:00AMPlease read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details
Gasoline prices zip toward $3 mark Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 11:00AMGasoline prices on Monday continued their push toward $3 per gallon. The only question now is when? Prices have been jumping on the back of a strong oil market where the cost for a barrel has spiked 20 percent in the past month on the New York Mercantile Exchange.
Film preview: Iron Man, Shrek, Harry Potter return Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 10:53AMHollywood may find it tough to match 2009's record box-office revenue. Yet studios have a cast of characters this year to make a run for their money.
Knights of Columbus holds free throw contest Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 10:53AMNine individuals claim free throw shooting titles.
El Dorado, Legendary Lost City of Gold, Found in Amazon Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 10:52AMMore than 200 massive earthworks uncovered in the upper Amazon basin near Brazil's border with Bolivia may be the legendary lost city of El Dorado.