Vivian Crowley, 79, Griffin shop owner Jul 14, 2009
She attended Wesleyan College in Macon, then in 1950 transferred to the University of Georgia. She met her future husband at a dorm dance. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Gadgets and Gizmos Entertain At NASA Day Jul 13, 2009
It's all part of NASA Day at Wesleyan College. NASA Day marks the end of a week-long Girl Scout STEM Camp focusing in science, technology, engineering and math. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Joseph R. Ratcliffe Jul 3, 2009
He graduated from Miltonvale Wesleyan College in Kansas in 1940. He married Dorothy Hite on Feb. 20, 1942. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
More College Students Seek Financial Aid Jul 3, 2009
Wesleyan College says it's seen a 25 percent increase in financial aid application. Over at Macon State College, Dee Minter, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, say the schoo has seen a 36 percent increase in applications for financial aid among all students. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Can Jewish groups balance security with access? Jun 19, 2009
For some Americans working at Jewish institutions, the Washington shooting -- on the heels of a foiled bombing plot at two New York synagogues and the shooting at a Connecticut bookstore near Wesleyan College by an assailant claiming to have targeted Jews -- has underscored the wisdom of the community s nearly decade-long effort, since the 9/11 attacks, to make Jewish institutions more secure. But for many, the question isn t necessarily what more can be done in terms of security, but how to... (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
'Bonner Love' Rules at National Conference at Stetson University Jun 6, 2009
In another session, Bonners helping their campuses launch community gardens gathered to learn strategy from representatives of Oberlin College in Ohio, University of Louisville in Kentucky, Ripon College in Wisconsin and West Virginia Wesleyan College. Participants swapped ideas, brainstormed solutions to challenges and explored related themes including the issues of sustainability and food politics. (PR Newswire)
Olus Holder focused on lifting sights Jun 3, 2009
One of Holder s most-memorable players was Billy LeFlore, whose younger brother Eric would later play for Bartlesville Wesleyan College. When he was young, Billy was so small, and you always had to kind of ride him, said Holder. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
SUVs Crash on Forsyth Road Jun 3, 2009
Two SUVs collided on Forsyth Road in Macon, about a block south of Wesleyan College, apparently causing serious injuries. Traffic backed up around the accident, which happened about a quarter-mile south of Wesleyan Drive. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Frankfort High School sees 159 cross the stage Jun 2, 2009
Crystal Ray Moreland - Promise Scholarship, West Virginia Wesleyan College Presidential Scholarship, West Virginia Wesleyan College Athletic Scholarship for Cross Country ... Kelsey Gwynne Sherwood Ognibene - West Virginia Wesleyan College Dean s Scholarship, The Nelle V. & Katheryn McLaughlin Scholarship for English, Young Writer s State Winner ... Top of the Mountain Academic Excellence Scholarship, West Virginia Wesleyan College Presidential Scholarship, Mason Crickard Scholarship, first... (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
recreational calendar Jun 2, 2009
CAMP N.C. Wesleyan College Camp, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. July 13-17, Rocky Mount. Grades: 4-8. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Valley painter expresses faith through art May 31, 2009
Wesleyan College in Rocky Mount that will include work by fellow Valley. artists Tina Gregory and Jan Volz. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Gonzaga's Few Gets Inaugural USA Basketball Assignment May 28, 2009
Few will be joined by Mike Anderson of the University of Missouri, John Beilein of the University of Michigan, Johnny Estelle of Navarro College, Alan Magnani of Iowa Wesleyan College and Herb Sendek of Arizona State University ... Magnani, who is taking on his first assignment with USA Basketball, has spent 13 seasons (1996-97 to 2008-09) as head coach at Iowa Wesleyan College, where he is the program's all-time leader in career wins (207), wins in a season (25), career winning seasons (6) and... (Gozags.com)
ODU Athletic Director Jim Jarrett Inducted To Hampton Roads... May 20, 2009
After his own career in minor-league baseball, Townsend was a successful coach at Virginia Wesleyan College, Lake Taylor High School and Greenbrier Christian Academy. Townsend died in 2007. (Odusports.com)
Updated home ready for Chili family May 19, 2009
Also at the event, Roberts Wesleyan College President John Martin told the Myslivecek children they can take undergraduate classes free. The parents met at and graduated from the college. (Democrat and Chronicle)
Small Towns Suffer From Closings May 16, 2009
" Mayor Milne would like to see at least one more car dealership in Honeoye Falls. He says it would not only be good for the village, but also for Molye. Milne believes the two could feed off each other as competition can make a business stronger. mrh/mmc Print Friendly Version Hundreds of elected Republicans and some Democrats seeking a second party endorsement turned out for the Monroe County Conservative Party Dinner. In Orleans County, the village of Albion, is looking for a new mayor after... (R News)
Conventions Kick Off Political Season May 15, 2009
" With so many incumbent democrats not getting the party's support, dems say they're bracing for a heated primary season. mrh/ay Print Friendly Version Thursday marked the official start to the 2009 political season as both the Monroe County Democratic and Republican Committees held their conventions to select candidates for the November election. A long-time Monroe County legislator announced he is resigning. Doug Dobson has served on the legislature since 1998. The jury is deliberating in the... (R News)
Driver Sentenced for Student Accident May 14, 2009
" The judge gave Martarello a three-year conditional discharge. This means Martarello could be re-sentenced if he violates the law or commits a crime. Martarello must continue to work and support his two sons and family. The district attorney was so upset with the judge's decision, Tom Moran would not comment on the case. Martarello plans to appeal. Kaitlin Charity's family lives on Long Island. It chose not to come to court to save themselves the graphic details of how this young woman died... (R News)
Canandaigua Teen Planned Violence May 14, 2009
It may be an honest reaction, but one that we have to deal with together," the superintendent added. While police try to make sense out of the words left behind by a troubled teen, some questions may never be answered. "I don't think we'll ever have a substantive answer for what he truly intended that day," Welch replied. The district has scheduled two meetings with parents later this month. The first will focus on talking with children about suicide; the second will involve a discussion of... (R News)
Simpson jumps into his ninth decade May 13, 2009
he was a tennis star at Illinois Wesleyan College and was inducted into the Edwardsville High Athletic Hall of Fame in 1985, holding a long jump record there for more than 25 years. After college and his duty in World War II, Simpson kept a successful law practice back in Edwardsville for 33 years before retiring to Bonner s Ferry, Idaho. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Congressman Maffei Rates Obama May 12, 2009
If we can find the consensus and then try to really push it through," Maffei said. Maffei said he supports the president's plan to increase taxes on companies that shift jobs overseas, but he believes there must be some sort of tax relief elsewhere to keep manufacturing jobs here. ajl/ay Print Friendly Version An Allegany County school bus driver is facing DWI and multiple endangerment charges after alleging driving students while intoxicated. Rochester Mayor Bob Duffy presents his proposed... (R News)
Parks Take Back Seat to Budget Deficit May 12, 2009
" City Council needs to approve the mayors budget sometime next month. dp/ay Print Friendly Version An Allegany County school bus driver is facing DWI and multiple endangerment charges after alleging driving students while intoxicated. Rochester Mayor Bob Duffy presents his proposed budget Friday morning. With a multi- million dollar deficit to fix, we expect to hear about a number of city projects that "won't" be funded this year. U.S. Congressman Dan Maffei gave the Obama administration an... (R News)
Parade Brightens Lilac Festival May 10, 2009
We kick off and go down the parade route," said Bryan Schram, Rochester. R News' anchors Bill Pucko and Amy Young rode in the parade. Dan Smith and Virginia Butler brought it to you live. If you missed it, you can catch the R News Lilac Parade anytime on 108 R News on demand starting next week. sjf/jme Print Friendly Version Hundreds lost power during Saturday's wind storm. On Saturday afternoon, George Van Epps was only moments away from getting what he worked so hard for at Roberts Wesleyan... (R News)
College Graduate Walks the Stage at 77 May 10, 2009
On Saturday afternoon, George Van Epps was only moments away from getting what he worked so hard for at Roberts Wesleyan College, his college degree ... On Saturday afternoon, George Van Epps was only moments away from getting what he worked so hard for at Roberts Wesleyan College, his college degree. (R News)
SCENE 13: Footloose and Flyin' High May 5, 2009
Then, check out the annual Picnic Pops at Wesleyan College Sunday at 7:30 p.m. The Mercer/Macon Symphony's Youth Orchestra performs during this free concert. Bring your blankets, picnic baskets and get serenaded as the sun goes down. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Amanda Palmer returns to Lexington High School for drama Apr 16, 2009
After attending Wesleyan College from 1994 to 1998, she would frequently stop to visit her mother and stepfather John Oberteuffer, along with her high school stomping grounds. I used to visit my high school teachers. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Even as a boy, Officer Mayhle wanted to be cop Apr 15, 2009
His brother, Jamie, who is studying to become a pastor at Allegheny Wesleyan College in Salem, Ohio, often prayed, too. Since heading off to school, he hadn't been able to see his brother as much, but they talked weekly. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lucas Files Harassment Complaint Against Radio Talk-Show Host Apr 10, 2009
Lucas tried to get Krok uninvited to a police awards banquet; Krok asked Wesleyan College to rescind an award to Lucas. Last year, Mayor Robert Reichert jumped into an email battle over the police banquet by urging Lucas to adopt "a Christmas truce" and ignore his attacks. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Assembly GOP name new minority leader Apr 7, 2009
Also an adjunct professor of Adult and Graduate Education at Roberts Wesleyan College in Rochester. 1. (Albany Times Union)
SCENE 13: The Curtain Goes Up at Central GA Theatres Apr 7, 2009
Don't miss the Relay for Life College Night at Wesleyan College starting this Friday at 6:00 p.m. All-night activities include sports contests, a newspaper and duct tape fashion show and so much more ... Relay for Life College Night at Wesleyan College. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Wesleyan & Mercer Hold First College Relay for Life Apr 4, 2009
Mercer University and Wesleyan College teamed up to host the first ever college Relay for Life. Relay for Life raises money for the American Cancer Society. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Azinger to play basketball at Iowa Wesleyan Apr 2, 2009
Central Lee senior Brett Azinger signed with Iowa Wesleyan College Tuesday ... The Central Lee senior made his college plans official Tuesday, signing with Iowa Wesleyan College, an NAIA Division II program located in Mount Pleasant. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Fundraiser for Scleroderma Patient Mar 30, 2009
" Allen did the cooking for the benefit, which raised thousands of dollars. Related Story: - 3/27/09 ajl ds Print Friendly Version For the third straight year, a local Christian church showed its support for the local Jewish community. The Greater Rochester Night to Honor Israel took Place at the Bethel Christian Fellowship, in Downtown Rochester. Friends and loved ones spent Sunday grieving in their own ways over the loss of Joseph Mueller, 17. The Aquinas Institute senior died in a car crash... (R News)
Wine Contest Benefits Camp Good Days Mar 30, 2009
So this is a competition and a way for them to really find out how great their wines are and compare with all the other wines of the world," said Peter Parts, Camp Good Days volunteer. The $150 a plate wine dinner is May 2. ajl ds Print Friendly Version For the third straight year, a local Christian church showed its support for the local Jewish community. The Greater Rochester Night to Honor Israel took Place at the Bethel Christian Fellowship, in Downtown Rochester. Friends and loved ones... (R News)
Cherry Blossom Festival Ends With A Bang Mar 30, 2009
This year's Cherry Blossom Festival went out with a bang, as hundreds of people gathered at Wesleyan College for fun and fireworks. Fireworks illuminated the night sky as people bid farewell to this year's festival. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Red Wings Tickets Go on Sale Mar 29, 2009
I thought it was exciting to do this," said Sonia Tafoya, Red Wings fan. "We had a great end of the year last year, both attendance wise and on the field, and I think people are really excited about the upcoming season," said Dan Mason, Red Wings general manager. The Red Wings home opener is Saturday, April 11 at 1:35 p.m. jmeds Print Friendly Version It was lights out at 8:30 p.m. Saturday night as people around the world observed Earth Hour. A 51-year-old man died in a farm accident in the... (R News)
Red Cross Helps in Fargo Mar 29, 2009
Everybody is working as hard as they can," said Devvie Schleyer, Red Cross volunteer. If things do get worse, Red Cross workers would have to evacuate Fargo along with its residents. jme ds Print Friendly Version It was lights out at 8:30 p.m. Saturday night as people around the world observed Earth Hour. A 51-year-old man died in a farm accident in the town of Wheatland. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts from around the Rochester area joined forces to help the less fortunate. Forecasters in North... (R News)
Everything Happens for a Reason Mar 28, 2009
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Saturday March 28, 2009. (R News)
Weekend Events! Mar 28, 2009
Sunday, check out the Heart of GA Pipes and Drums at Vineville Methodist Church at 4:00 p.m. And bid farewell to another year of the Pinkest Party on Earth at the festival finale at Wesleyan College beginning at 5:00 p.m.. Alright, this one's for the ladies - and the men who love them. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Golisano Talks NY Tax Burden on Biz Mar 27, 2009
Not paychex because I would be concerned about the real dislocation of families," Golisano added. Golisano did not comment on what those businesses are. He is ready to put up a fight though, especially where the state budget is concerned. He says he will bankroll any New York legislator who rejects the state budget currently being drawn up behind closed doors. The Paychex founder said it is a disastrous big spending, high-taxing plan. ajl/yc Print Friendly Version Three adults and seven children... (R News)
Wayne County Man Arrested For Drugs & "Booby Trap" Mar 26, 2009
Wayne County Man Arrested For Drugs y Trap" by Veronica R. Chiesi Published Mar 26, 2009 Wayne County Sheriffs deputies arrested a town of Ontario man on drug charges and for causing an injury to a deputy Wednesday. Deputies charged Timothy Doell, 49, with Criminal Possession, Reckless Endangerment and Assault. They say a search warrant executed at Doell's home revealed a multi-stage marijuana growth operation including 250 plants in various growth stages as well as mushrooms and other... (R News)
Brizard May Drop Two School Programs Mar 26, 2009
This is a proactive instance to get ahead of a situation," Brizard said. A meeting for parents with students in the finance school is set for Thursday at 5:00 p.m. A meeting for the bioscience school is set for next Tuesday. ajl/mrh Print Friendly Version R News has learned that the Sweden town supervisor has resigned. Family and friends of a Rochester woman gunned down more than a year ago gathered to celebrate her life Wednesday evening. Rochester City School Superintendent Jean-Claude Brizard... (R News)
Cherry Blossom Activities: Day Three Mar 22, 2009
The event is free with a 2009 Festival Pin, and the first performance takes the stage at 7 p.m. in the Porter Auditorium at Wesleyan College. In your voice. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Grinnell shot way into Auburn record book Mar 22, 2009
Grinnell's 3-point shooting ability should come in handy in the fall when she plays Division II basketball at Robert Wesleyan College. And while she's not worrying about the shooting, she will be working diligently on her ball-handling skills Robert Wesleyan recruited her to be a point guard, not a shooting guard, which she's accustomed to. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
King: Deja Bill Mar 16, 2009
Belichick and Mangini both are graduates of -- and former football players at -- tiny Wesleyan College in Middletown, Conn. Both toiled in the trenches, Belichick as a center and tight end and Mangini as a nose tackle. (BerniesInsiders.com)
TUESDAY NIGHT UPDATE: Two resign over road shop-- House approves budget cuts-- Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College Mar 6, 2009
-- House approves budget cuts-- Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College ... HUSTLIN OWLS: Oregon Tech will play Iowa Wesleyan College in the final game of the opening day, at 7:45 p.m. (PST) at the NAIA Division II men s national basketball tournament. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Wesleyan College Celebrates Black History Mar 1, 2009
Wesleyan College wrapped up Black History Month with a celebration. Choirs, gospel groups, and spoken word artists shared their talents with students and people in the community. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
'Mama Dot' gives helping hand to former inmates Feb 28, 2009
He stayed a year (the unofficial maximum for tenants) and works as a caterer for Wesleyan College in Macon. It was like living at Grandmama s house. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Miami man kills wife, 2 children and self... Feb 26, 2009
South Dade dad kills wife, 2 daughters and himself; son escapes - Breaking News - MiamiHerald (The Drudge Report)
Margaret Thrower, 93, always adventurous Feb 21, 2009
She was a graduate of Wesleyan College in Macon, and he was an Emory University law school grad who was practicing with Sutherland, Tuttle an law firm (now Sutherland). The couple settled in Atlanta s Collier Hills neighborhood. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Dr. Ruth Keraus, former IWC professor and musician, dies at 76 Feb 19, 2009
Dr. Keraus, 76, joined the Iowa Wesleyan College faculty in 1960 as assistant professor of music ... Keraus retired from fulltime teaching in 1997 and was named Professor Emeritus by the Iowa Wesleyan College Board of Trustees in 1998 ... "Dr. Keraus has represented the best that Iowa Wesleyan offers," said Dr. Jay Simmons, president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Washington Journal, IA)
Bears Ride to Fourth Place Finish Feb 17, 2009
Hebron, CT - The Bears rode to a fourth place finish at the opening show of the spring season at Wesleyan College over the weekend. Though the finish slips Brown a slim five points behind URI in the season standings, junior Liz Giliberti (Washington, D.C.) had a solid individual performance, and increased her lead in the Cacchione Cup standings to 12 points. (Brownbears.com)
Educator strives to lead and serve Feb 16, 2009
Stepping on to the campus of Wesleyan College for the program, she knew she wanted to pursue a higher education. She attended Paine College and completed her work for a bachelor's degree, but her graduation ceremony was canceled because of the city's race riot in 1970. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Averett splits home opener with Virginia Wesleyan Feb 10, 2009
DANVILLE - Relief pitcher Michael Mothershead got Brandon Hathaway to fly out to left field with the bases loaded in the bottom of the seventh, giving Averett University's baseball team a 6-5 victory over Virginia Wesleyan College on Sunday. The Cougars (1-3) lost the opener of the doubleheader, 6-2. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Lincoln letter featured at IWC exhibit Feb 8, 2009
Lincoln memorabilia on display at the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College. A letter written by Abraham Lincoln and a Bible that belonged to his cousin will be part of a special display at the Chadwick Library at Iowa Wesleyan College during the month of February. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Local events to celebrate Lincoln Bicentennial Feb 8, 2009
The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, beginning at 1 p.m. on the Iowa Wesleyan College campus in Mt. Pleasant ... The house was built in 1876 by United States Senator James Harlan, who served as president of Iowa Wesleyan College. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
