News 2008-08-04 Andanh.com

Local: Dig Deep for Fire Victims
Benefit today for displaced survivors of last weekend's three alarm fire.

Pete Seeger: The Power of Song (Special Screening)
More than an appreciation, this documentary portrait of the great American folksinger and activist is an inspiration.

Solaris (Special Screening)

TMNT (Special Screening)
Back on the screen for the first time since the early Nineties, the Ninja Turtles are now animated via CGI, though their plot and character details got lost in the shuffle.

Dickerson nails winning putt on final hole Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:44:00 EST
J.D. Dickerson and Shawn Savage plodded along during the final round of the Lubbock Country Club Par Buster on Sunday, doing just enough to remain atop the leaderboard but not enough to put the rest of the field away.

Road construction Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:43:00 EST
• Avenue Q - Avenue Q (US 84) at the Marsha Sharp Freeway will remain closed through Aug. 18. The detour, which has been in place for weeks, will remain in place as crews continue to work on the bridge over Ave. Q.

Letter of the day Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:38:00 EST
Tennis center upgrades commended

From our story comments Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:38:00 EST
From TerryIsaacs, regarding an article about the results of a Lubbock Chamber of Commerce membership survey that overwhelmingly embraced expanded alcohol sales within the city limits (A-J, July 23).

Death notices Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:44:00 EST
Jimmy Warren Atwood, 60, of Kerrville, formerly of Lubbock died July 31, 2008, at a hospital in Kerrville. Services will be held in Lubbock at a later date. Kerrville Funeral Home.

China needs to clear the (polluted) air Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:38:00 EST
CHINESE OFFICIALS may be working fast, but they're not working fast enough to clear the air for the Olympic Games beginning later this week. Athletes participating in the Aug. 8-24 games have raised concerns about the impact of the city's pollution on their health and their performance from the start. Some of the 10,500 Olympic athletes began arriving in large numbers last week - though others headed to train in neighboring South Korea, Japan and other places to avoid Beijing's air for as long as possible. Neglecting to ensure the health and well-being of these gifted young men and women until the last moment is inexcusable.

Red Raiders Football Notebook Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:45:00 EST
Upcoming schedule

Education briefs Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:40:00 EST
Area graduates receive foundation scholarships

Lifestyles calendar Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:43:00 EST
TODAY

Your views Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:40:00 EST
Property owner opposes home mortgage bailout

Rodeo clown spends off hours battling school bullies Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:43:00 EST
CHEYENNE, Wyo. - Marvin Nash - a.k.a. Starvin' Marvin - has been a professional rodeo clown for some 30 years, entertaining fans and protecting bull riders at great risk to himself. He routinely taunts bulls that outweigh him by more than 1,000 pounds.

Aging gazebo slated to be demolished Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:41:00 EST
The downtown gazebo near the Mahon Library will be torn down today, city officials said last week.

Gallington, King hungry to get to work Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:44:00 EST
Joe King and Deveric Gallington, a couple of young hulks, could be two building blocks in the Texas Tech offensive line someday. If so, they started the bonding process almost from day one: King and Gallington moved to Lubbock as soon as they graduated high school and have been rooming together all summer along with two other freshmen teammates.

Firefighter of the Year a Lubbockite Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:41:00 EST
enior Airman Andrew Gard of Lubbock grew up with a passion for emergency rescue missions.

Man drowns in playa lake Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:44:00 EST
A family picnic turned deadly Sunday evening when a man apparently drowned in the Canyon Lakes System.

From the A-J's Pages Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
25 years ago:

Southwest trails 3-0 as rain halts play Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:45:00 EST
WACO - Rain delays don't seem to bother Southwest Little League.

Plainsmen, most other teams open fall workouts Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
Monterey football coach James Morton planned to have spring practices all along.

Driver in fatal wreck had been drinking, speeding, authorities say Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:43:00 EST
The young teenage driver involved in a wreck that killed two teens and injured seven others over the weekend had been drinking and was speeding when she rolled the pickup, Department of Public Safety officials said.

South Plains Medical Service: World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7 Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:39:00 EST
A newborn brings joy and love to a family and, for the parents, also brings many questions. Parents want to give their children the best start in life, and one way to help ensure that they grow up healthy is to breastfeed. Studies reveal that breastfeeding is beneficial to both newborn and new mother.

Covenant Behavioral Health Services offers hope, care for treating mental illness Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:39:00 EST
Mental disorders are common in the United States, affecting people of any age, gender or background. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 26.2 percent of Americans ages 18 and older - about one in four adults - suffer from a diagnosable mental disorder in a given year. About 6 percent, or 1 in 17, suffer from a serious mental illness, and mental disorders are the leading cause of disability in the U.S. and Canada for ages 15-44.

Southwest Senior Solutions offers plans to make relocating, downsizing easier Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:39:00 EST
Senior adults are the fastest growing segment of the U.S. population, and they are transitioning from large family homes into smaller "empty nests" or into retirement communities. And while making the decision to downsize can be difficult, even more grueling can be the physical and emotional task of planning, sorting, and packing for a move.

YWCA adopts a new baby', expands programs and services to downtown Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:39:00 EST
The YWCA has been empowering women in the United States since 1858, and for more than 50 years the YWCA of Lubbock has been a champion for women and families all over the South Plains.

Guardian Home Care Services earns accreditation for quality Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:40:00 EST
Bob and Connie Freeman, co-owners of Guardian Home Care Services, a durable home medical equipment company, are proud to announce they have achieved the Award of Accreditation from the Healthcare Quality of Association on Accreditation, based in Waterloo, Iowa. This award is achieved only when home medical equipment companies demonstrate consistently high levels of quality practices in their business operation and patient care techniques.

Petra Hair Design much more than a great full-service salon Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:40:00 EST
Thin is good if you're talking about your body, but not so great if you're talking about hair. If you're tired of thin hair, Petra Hair Design at 5202 Slide Road has the answer - The Extension Wigs collection!

Acupuncture, Chinese herbal remedies help clients find relief from ailments, pain Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:41:00 EST
Acupuncture is becoming more popular today as a viable way to treat chronic disease and pain. It's an ancient method to treat the ill, created thousands of years ago by the Chinese.

Visit Tuftwick Carpet for great choices on flooring, exceptional personal service Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:41:00 EST
There nothing like new flooring to bring new life into a room. And a great place to purchase flooring is Tuftwick Carpet, 4602 43th St. The store stocks a variety of flooring choices, including:

Bruce Thornton Air Conditioning brings region finest in service, experience Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
Getting the most of your home's heating and cooling equipment is just like getting the most from your vehicle - regular maintenance keeps everything running smoothly, safely and at peak efficiency. While remembering to change the oil in your car every 3,000 miles is fairly easy, many homeowners neglect to have their heating and A/C equipment serviced until there is a malfunction. Bruce Thornton Air Conditioning is here to help!

Hi-Fidelity opens new world of enhanced entertainment for any budget; visit today Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
Whether you have a clear vision of exactly what you want, or need guidance in making the most of the options available, Hi-Fidelity is dedicated to helping you get the most out of the entertainment systems in your home. With a new, expanded location and the highest quality equipment solutions available, all backed by unsurpassed customer service, Hi-Fidelity is the region's leader in cutting edge entertainment and automation technology.

Imagine having all your pampering needs fulfilled' Call Mr. Tom's Salon Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
Imagine having all of your pampering needs fulfilled... it is possible - just call to schedule your appointment at Mr. Tom's Hair Salon & Day Spa!

Van Wagenen: To drive or fly? Delta helps make that decision Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:37:00 EST
Sure the ticket was semi-reasonable, but did you see what they charge to check a bag?

McPherson winery will add new dimension to downtown Lubbock Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:36:00 EST
When the electric saws aren't grinding and cement isn't being poured, you'll find Kim McPherson taking delivery of another piece of used equipment from California's Napa Valley or just fretting over the amount of dust that's covered his stainless steel bottling line.

How much difference does it make what the password is? Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:29:00 EST
ST. LOUIS - In the world of passwords, there's a right way and a wrong way to protect yourself.

Supply glut threatening to gnaw into blueberry's meteoric rise in market Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:37:00 EST
BURBANK, Wash. - Ten years ago, Jim Lott had never even tasted a blueberry, let alone thought about planting the fruit at his southeast Washington farm.

International stock markets no less risky than American market Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:30:00 EST
NEW YORK - It's a scary time for Americans to take their money outside the country, not simply because the weak dollar has made travel more expensive, but because the volatility that has plagued Wall Street for nearly a year has also touched many investments abroad.

Majority of U.S. companies developing plans to let employees retire in stages Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:29:00 EST
NEW YORK - Not ready to retire just yet? Consider asking your boss if you can work part-time or telecommute.

Dolly's rainfall skips West Texas Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:37:00 EST
COLLEGE STATION (AP) - While Hurricane Dolly trashed the Lower Rio Grande Valley cotton crop, it failed for the most part to alleviate drought conditions in most of Texas.

Fuel, feed and fertilizer costs have crop prices rocketing high above last year's Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:37:00 EST
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Rising costs for fuel, feed and fertilizer propelled grain prices to all-time highs in June, raising the overall price of crops and livestock by 16 percent this year compared to last year.

Schlitz beer, which made Milwaukee famous, makes a comeback Sun, 03 Aug 2008 02:38:00 EST
MILWAUKEE - It's the beer that made Milwaukee famous. Now Schlitz is making the city nostalgic.

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