News 2008-07-02 Andanh.com

Tournament Site Preparation A Big Task Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:24 -0500
ROGERS - Many people will watch from the sidelines, others will simply tune in to CBS to watch the drama unfold, but few will appreciate what it took to stage the event they are watching.

Golfers Draw For LPGA Pro-Am Matches Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:11:10 -0500
ROGERS - Former Lady Razorback-turned pro golfer Stacy Lewis was greeted with a standing ovation from the more than 500 guests Tuesday evening at the P&G Beauty NW Arkansas Championship Pro-Am Pairings Party.

County Official Urges Cities To Help Fund Cost Of Detention Center Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:49 -0500
BENTONVILLE - Benton County cities should chip in to fund operation costs at the Juvenile Detention Center or help the county build a new center, said Justice of the Peace Beverly Williams, D-Bella Vista.

Accounting Irregularities Fast-Track School Annexation Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:46:17 -0500
Accounting irregularities and declining fund balances are fast-tracking state officials' efforts to annex the Decatur School District into the Gentry, Gravette or Bentonville districts.

Wal-Mart Attorney Appointed To Bentonville Board Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:54:36 -0500
BENTONVILLE - An associate general counsel for Wal-Mart and former commissioner of the Indiana Department of Labor is the newest Bentonville School Board member.

Theft Charge Filed Against Little Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:02 -0500
A felony theft of property charge was filed this week against a former Sulphur Springs police chief.

Walker Park Rezoning Delays Neighborhood Master Plan Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:40:14 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - A change in the zoning for four parcels of property on South Street held up the approval of the Walker Park neighborhood master plan at Tuesday night's Fayetteville City Council meeting.

Bush Salutes 12-Year-Old Conway Volunteer Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:28 -0500
LITTLE ROCK - President Bush followed the tradition of Barack Obama when he greeted a 12-year-old boy while on a swing through Arkansas - he gave him a fist-bump.

Springdale Planning Commission Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:23 -0500
During Tuesday's meeting the commission: • Approved sending revisions of the city master street plan to the City Council.

Rogers Commissioners Say 'No' To Private Club Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:38 -0500
ROGERS - There will be no live entertainment in north Rogers.

Bentonville Planners Approve Portable School Buildings Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:41 -0500
BENTONVILLE - The Bentonville School District received permission Tuesday to install portable buildings behind Arend Arts Center.

Man Arrested In Mexico In Connection With 2007 Death Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:30:01 -0500
SPRINGDALE - A man sought in a manslaughter investigation by the Springdale Police Department was arrested at the U.S. and Mexico border near Brownsville, Texas.

Fayetteville Man Sentenced In Larceny Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:00 -0500
FORT SMITH - A 27-year-old man and his parents expressed thanks Monday after a federal judge gave him a more severe sentence for bank larceny than was recommended in presentencing guidelines.

Fayetteville School Officials Announce Staff Changes Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:06 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - Several administrative staff changes for the 2008-09 school year were announced Tuesday by Fayetteville Superintendent Bobby New.

Companies Donate $290,000 To Food Bank Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:11 -0500
ROGERS - Three corporations presented gifts totaling $290,000 Tuesday to the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank.

Fayetteville Seeks School Board Candidates Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:15 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - Patrons interested in serving on the Fayetteville School Board are invited to submit letters of interest and resumes.

Greenland Names Interim Superintendent Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:24 -0500
GREENLAND - The Greenland School Board has named J.J. Gardenhire as interim superintendent as the district prepares its case for the State Board of Education to remain open.

Court Briefs Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:19 -0500
Judge Dismisses Hotel Tax Suit FAYETTEVILLE - A judge Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit over taxes on hotel rooms in Fayetteville.

Bush Touts Relief Plan Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:45 -0500
NORTH LITTLE ROCK - Carolyn Pierson came away from a discussion with President Bush feeling the president was truly concerned about the plight of many homeowners facing high mortgage payments and possible foreclosure.

Lincoln Addresses Insurance Problem Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:29 -0500
LITTLE ROCK - Sen. Blanche Lincoln met with owners and employees of small businesses and the self-employed Tuesday to discuss legislation that would make health insurance more affordable and accessible for them.

Adoption, Foster Parenting Initiative Reaches Signature Goal Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:29:34 -0500
LITTLE ROCK - Supporters of a proposed initiated act that would ban unmarried couples from adopting or serving as foster parents in Arkansas said Tuesday they believe they have enough signatures to get the measure on the general election ballot.

Attorney General Questions Energy Law Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:18 -0500
LITTLE ROCK -- A 2005 state law allowing local governments to issue revenue bonds to finance energy-saving projects may conflict with the state constitution, according to Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel.

Governor Announces 13 Appointments Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:20 -0500
LITTLE ROCK - Gov. Mike Beebe announced 13 appointments to state boards and commissions Tuesday.

Public Meetings Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:27:17 -0500
Today 9 a.m. Fayetteville Plat Review - Room 326, City Hall, 113 W. Mountain St.

Springdale QB Commits To Missouri Thu, 26 Jun 2008 21:14:34 -0500
SPRINGDALE - Springdale High quarterback Ashton Glaser committed to Missouri on Thursday, ending a year-long recruitment process.

Etbauer's Ride Continues Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:05:57 -0500
SPRINGDALE - The secret to saddle bronc veteran Billy Etbauer's rodeo longevity is a lot of what you'd expect.

Naturals Extend Winning Streak To Three Tue, 1 Jul 2008 22:46:32 -0500
The Northwest Arkansas Naturals finished off a three-game sweep of Corpus Christi on Tuesday night.

Local Sports Calendar Tue, 1 Jul 2008 16:54:54 -0500
CAMPS Baseball • ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS: The Razorback Baseball Pitcher/Catcher Camp is July 14-15 for ages 7-15 at Baum Stadium. The cost is $200. For more information, visit www.razorbackbaseballcamps.com or call Kelly Moore at 575-3655.

AT THE TRACK Tue, 1 Jul 2008 16:54:52 -0500
West Siloam Speedway Saturday's Results Pure Stock 1. Chandler Hargis 2. Ricky Allen 3. Jesse Muhlhauser Factory Stock 1. Jeff Metcalf 2. Rodney Davis 3. Kyle Davis 360 Modified 1. Mike Northrup 2. Kyle Schmidt 3. Roy Long Limited Late Models 1. Pat Cox 2. Mike Collins 3. Jeff Perry A-Modified 1. Steve Holzkamper 2. Kevin Guinn 3. Chanin Berry Crawford County Speedway At Van Buren Saturday's Results Grand National Results 1. Chuck Smith 2. Brandy Justice 3. Gerry Vaughn 4. Wendell Vaughn 5. Steven Smith Modified Results 1. Brandon Hunter 2. William Gould 3. Victor Pinkerton 4. Brandon Henry 5. Sam Osman Young Guns Results 1. Tyler Chambers 2. Chris Coughran Jr. 3. Parker Dunn 4. Matt Bolton 5. Dalton McKenzie Front Wheel Drive Results 1. Jimmy Richesin 2. Jerry Ellison 3. Kaelin Richesin 4. Mike McMahon 5. Brad McMahon Pure Stock Results 1. Myles Newman 2. Bobby Murray 3. Remington Watson 4. Lonny Flanagan 5. Henry Hopkins Mini Stock Results 1. Dustin Schmidt 2. Daniel Nicholson 3. Alvin Moran 4. Jeremy Taylor 5. Scott Glover

Rogers Takes Two From Harrison Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:43:20 -0500
SPRINGDALE - After a lackluster start, the Rogers Mounties exploded to score nine runs over the final thee innings en route to a 9-1 run-rule victory over Harison in Northwest Arkansas Wood Bat League play Tuesday at Tyson Sports Complex.

Fayetteville Sweeps Alma in Wood Bat League Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:34:33 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - Fayetteville continued its surge through the Northwest Arkansas Wood Bat League, blowing past Alma 10-2 in five innings in game one at Harmon Sports Complex on Tuesday afternoon.

FOOTBALL: Davis Becomes Latest Linebacker In Trouble Tue, 1 Jul 2008 23:04:48 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - Arkansas already had two linebackers get arrested this offseason, and a third is facing criminal charges stemming from a traffic accident that occurred Tuesday afternoon.

FOOTBALL: Miller Passes On Ole Miss For UA Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:05:18 -0500
FAYETTEVILLE - Hunter Miller thought he would be playing football for new Ole Miss coach Houston Nutt. Turns out, he'll be suiting up for Arkansas.

Walmart Details Plans To Expand Local Sourcing Tue, 1 Jul 2008 18:54:59 -0500
SPRINGDALE - Walmart Stores Inc. on Tuesday said it was bringing more American farmers into its supply chain to keep food prices down amid rising fuel costs.

Judge Orders Walmart To Pay $6.5 Million Tue, 1 Jul 2008 17:55:50 -0500
SPRINGDALE - A Minnesota judge has found Walmart Stores Inc. violated state labor laws two million times and awarded the plaintiffs $6.5 million in back pay.

Student Loan Lenders Dwindle Tue, 1 Jul 2008 17:34:03 -0500
SPRINGDALE - Tough economic times and rising loan delinquencies have prompted at least 20 lenders who made college loans to the University of Arkansas students last year to cut off future funding.

Car-Mart Shares Fly High Tue, 1 Jul 2008 17:34:05 -0500
SPRINGDALE - America's Car-Mart stock hit a 52-week high Tuesday - $19.60 - rising nearly 9 percent in heavy trading, despite the bearish outlook that plagued the overall marketplace.

Arkansas Western Gas Sold To SourceGas LLC Tue, 1 Jul 2008 18:54:58 -0500
LITTLE ROCK - Southwestern Energy Co. has sold Arkansas Western Gas to SourceGas LLC, the companies announced Tuesday.

Thinking Out Of The Chute Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:38:54 -0500
BENTONVILLE - Worshippers - dressed in western boots, blue jeans, casual shirts and T's - perch on red and yellow metal folding chairs in a metal-clad building cooled by box fans and a slow breeze.

On Religion: Surveys Explore Beliefs About Sex Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:39:02 -0500
It's becoming more and more dangerous for preachers to use the words "sex" and "sin" in the same sentence.

Mendel Called Model For Balancing Science, Religion Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:39:03 -0500
PHILADELPHIA - As a 19th-century Augustinian friar, Gregor Mendel was expected to pursue his groundbreaking genetics research with the same passion he reserved for his religious studies.

Musings: Character Flaws Undermine Brilliance Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:38:55 -0500
In a previous column I told of our family visiting Princeton in the late 1950s.

Religion Notes Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:39:06 -0500
The RabBoar Studio in Rogers hosts a Kundalini Yoga Weekend on July 11-13.

Religion Briefs Fri, 27 Jun 2008 17:38:52 -0500
Presbyterian Church Posts Steep Membership Loss LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) suffered its worst annual membership decline in decades last year.

Red, White And Pow Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:19 -0500
Peppery "firecrackers," and red, white and blue potato salad will set the stage for a patriotic celebration in the hours before the real fireworks light the night sky.

Snap, Crackle, Pop! Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:18 -0500
Inspired by the colors and crackles of July Fourth firecrackers, these miniature cakes are studded with flecks of color and go down with a bang thanks to a sprinkling of totally retro Pop Rocks candy.

SPEND/THRIFT Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:30 -0500
Barbecued pork ribs are a favorite for the summer holidays, but this year you might want pass on pricier baby back and St. Louis-style ribs. But there is a tasty alternative that can cost as little as half the price per pound.

Red, White And Blue Beverage Sets Mood Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:27 -0500
The Associated Press Traditional sangrias are luscious, bold blends of fruits, wine and spirits, often served in pitchers or punch bowls. But this wonderfully refreshing summer drink from Spain and Portugal leaves plenty of room for improvisation.

SMALL BITES Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:15 -0500
The gourmet trending of America has hit a new milestone -- M&M'S have gone upscale.

Stone Fruit Serves Up Summertime Favorite Tue, 1 Jul 2008 14:17:36 -0500
Summer is finally here, and perhaps the most anticipated foods of the season are fresh peaches, plums and nectarines. These fruits are naturally sweet and juicy, plus good sources of vitamin C.

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