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    Dec 26, 2012 |Story| HB Independent

  1. Arts Year in Review: Highlights on the cultural scene

    With Nike departing the U.S. Open of Surfing, contentious City Council elections and those Mitt and Barack guys grabbing headlines, it was a busy year for news — and the arts proved to be no exception. We could try to order this into a conventional "top 10 stories" or some such thing, but since the arts are always playful and surprising, and sometimes impossible to classify, we'll approach our year-end wrapup the same way. Here were some of the highlights on the cultural scene in 2012:
    With Nike departing the U.S. Open of Surfing, contentious City Council elections and those Mitt and Barack guys grabbing headlines, it was a busy year for news — and the arts proved to be no exception. We could try to order this into a...

    Tags: Entertainment, Wesley Clark, Celebrities, September 11, 2001 Attacks, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim

    2. Jul 10, 2012 |Story| HB Independent

  2. City Lights: A 'Star Wars' galaxy not so far away

    Yes, this might have been my wish.
    Yes, this might have been my wish. That was the thought that recurred in my mind as I inched my way through the crowd at Sunday afternoon's "Star Wars" festival by the Huntington Beach Pier. The Course of the Force, a charity relay for theMake-A-Wish...

    Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Disneyland Park, Amusement and Theme Parks, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, George Lucas

    3. May 21, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  3. Fort Ritchie is host to weekend Pignic, featuring music, arts and lots of charcoal barbecuing

    If you ask Eric Forrester, he will say barbecue is an art form. And Forrester, owner of Mason-Dixon BBQ Services near Greencastle, Pa., promised there will be plenty of art at the Memorial Day Pignic on Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26, at Fort Ritchie.
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    If you ask Eric Forrester, he will say barbecue is an art form. And Forrester, owner of Mason-Dixon BBQ Services near Greencastle, Pa., promised there will be plenty of art at the Memorial Day Pignic on Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26, at Fort...

    Tags: Arts and Culture, Entertainment, Beef Brisket, Memorial Day, Food Network (tv network)

    4. May 20, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  4. Charity events keep spring social season hot

    Chicago socialites had a difficult decision to make Saturday, with three celebrity-hosted galas taking place at the same time around the city. But for the see-and-be-seen crowd, this was likely a good problem to have.
    Chicago socialites had a difficult decision to make Saturday, with three celebrity-hosted galas taking place at the same time around the city. But for the see-and-be-seen crowd, this was likely a good problem to have. Those who attended the 26th...

    Tags: East Side, Lance Briggs, Chicago Blackhawks, Celebrities, Julius Peppers

    5. May 2, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  5. Video: Eight-year-old gets wish, scores 4 goals vs. Timbers

    <strong>The Oregonian reports:</strong> Eight-year-old kidney cancer patient Atticus Lane-Dupre and his teammates got a chance to scrimmage against the Portland Timbers through the Make-A-Wish Oregon program Wednesday.
    The Oregonian reports: Eight-year-old kidney cancer patient Atticus Lane-Dupre and his teammates got a chance to scrimmage against the Portland Timbers through the Make-A-Wish Oregon program Wednesday. Lane-Dupre scored four goals to lead The Green...

    Tags: Renal cell carcinoma

    6. May 2, 2013 |Story| KY3-TV

  6. 8-year-old boy gets wish granted to play soccer against Portland Timbers MLS team

    PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - After missing his team's final soccer match last season because of cancer treatment, 8-year-old Atticus Lane-Dupre made sure his teammates were in on his wish to scrimmage against the Portland Timbers.
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    PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) - After missing his team's final soccer match last season because of cancer treatment, 8-year-old Atticus Lane-Dupre made sure his teammates were in on his wish to scrimmage against the Portland Timbers.   On Wednesday, the Timbers...

    Tags: Soccer, Sports, Major League Soccer, Portland Timbers

    7. May 1, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  7. Franklin County's career center hosts open house Saturday

    Franklin County&rsquo;s career and technology center will showcase the school&rsquo;s $14 million renovation and expansion during a day-long open house Saturday.
    roxann.miller@herald-mail.com
    Franklin County’s career and technology center will showcase the school’s $14 million renovation and expansion during a day-long open house Saturday. The open house at the newly named CareerTech is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the...

    Tags: Nursing, Colleges and Universities, Students, Waynesboro (Waynesboro, Virginia), The Pennsylvania State University

    8. Apr 30, 2013 |Story| Daily Pilot

  8. Costa Mesa High's Dasca named 'Cheerleader of the Year'

    Costa Mesa High senior Alyssa Dasca admitted being nervous just before trying out to be a cheerleader for UC San Diego this past weekend.
    Costa Mesa High senior Alyssa Dasca admitted being nervous just before trying out to be a cheerleader for UC San Diego this past weekend. The three-day tryout didn't seem so intimidating to Dasca, the Mustangs' cheer captain. The stress really came from...

    Tags: University of California, San Diego, Awards and Prizes, Human Interest

    9. Apr 30, 2013 |Story| Baltimore Sun

  9. The Shield builds on its main event status on WWE Raw

    What a difference a week makes.
    What a difference a week makes. It's not like the members of The Shield weren't already on an upward trajectory to main event status. But, when you get to interact with The Undertaker to the degree the trio did last week in WWE, that's a game changer....

    Tags: WrestleMania, World Wrestling Entertainment Inc., Human Interest

    10. Apr 25, 2013 |Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel

  10. Preschool chain starts curriculum in charity, giving

    <strong>CORAL SPRINGS</strong> &mdash; Sitting on the carpet of their preschool class, the 3- and 4-year-olds happily sing the charity song, belting out the final lines: "It doesn't matter how big or small you are, it's the size of your heart that matters."
    CORAL SPRINGS — Sitting on the carpet of their preschool class, the 3- and 4-year-olds happily sing the charity song, belting out the final lines: "It doesn't matter how big or small you are, it's the size of your heart that matters." The...

    Tags: Social Issues, Fort Lauderdale, Early Learning, Physical Fitness and Exercise, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida)

    11. Apr 23, 2013 |Story| WSBT Radio

  11. Underwood Makes Wish Come True For Teen With Tumor

    <span style="font-size: small;"> Carrie Underwood made a very special teenager&rsquo;s dreams come true. Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Hayley Gort had the privilege of flying to Jacksonville, Fla., with friends and family to meet the popular country singer in person. Gort definitely earned the opportunity to have her dreams come true. After being diagnosed with a brain tumor on her pituitary gland, the 18-year-old Grand Rapids, Mich. native had to undergo several chemotherapy and radiation treatments. &ldquo;The chemo was way worse than the radiation. Those two months weren&rsquo;t very fun,&rdquo; Haley Gort told Mlive. &ldquo;I had to sit in a chair for three hours for three days straight hooked up with an IV and feeling like crap. Then for about a week after, I was nauseous and vomiting. I couldn&rsquo;t keep food down and I lost my hair.&rdquo; After two years of treatment, Gort was finally healthy enough to hop on an airplane with a group of her loved ones and fly to Florida to have her dreams come true. Make-A-Wish provided Gort and her cohort with a free flight and hotel, and the &lsquo;Good Girl&rsquo; hitmaker donated backstage passes to her show. &ldquo;I wouldn&rsquo;t pick anyone else,&rdquo; Haley Gort said Saturday, April 20, from her hotel room. &ldquo;I really wanted to meet her.&rdquo; Later that night, Gort finally got her chance. Underwood took time to pose for photos with the 18-year-old and her friends and family. &ldquo;Best night of my life,&rdquo; Gort tweeted that night. &ldquo;I will never forget it! @CarrieUnderwood you don&rsquo;t know how much that meant to me! #amazing.&rdquo;</span>
    Carrie Underwood made a very special teenager’s dreams come true. Through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Hayley Gort had the privilege of flying to Jacksonville, Fla., with friends and family to meet the popular country singer in person. Gort...

    Tags: Chemotherapy, Jacksonville (Duval, Florida), Carrie Underwood, Health Treatments

    12. Apr 11, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  12. 'Memorial Day Pignic' to feature 45 to 60 professional barbecue teams

    Washington County will play host to a professional barbecue competition Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26, at Fort Ritchie in Cascade.  Dubbed “The Memorial Day Pignic,” the competition will feature 45 to 60 professional barbecue teams...

    Tags: Beef Brisket, Memorial Day, Human Interest

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