Story Archive for 09/29/2008
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Ramirez' Grand Slam Keeps White Sox Alive
Published on September 29, 2008 at 11:07PM
CHICAGO (AP)—Alexei Ramirez amassed an MLB rookie record with his fourth grand slam of the season and the Chicago White Sox lived to play another day by smacking the Detroit Tigers, 8-2 Monday at U.S. Cellular Field. Ramirez’ heroics were part of a five-run 6th inning which put the Tigers on the skids and kept the White Sox’ postseason hopes alive. To advance to the playoffs, though, Chicago must defeat division rival Minnesota tomorrow, and the Twins are 10-8 this season at U.S. Cellular Field, so the White Sox have their work cut out for them as 10 teams this season have previously failed to beat three consecutive teams on three straight days. That’s precisely what Chicago must do to keep their championship dreams alive.
Reed Boots Steelers Past Ravens in Dogfight
Published on September 29, 2008 at 10:39PM
Updated on September 30, 2008 at 08:45PM
PITTSBURGH (AP)—Jeff Reed, the NFL’s field goal percentage leader from last season nailed a 46-yard field goal in overtime and the Pittsburgh Steelers outlasted the Baltimore Ravens, 23-20 Monday at Heinz Field. Early in the second half, the Ravens held a 13-3 lead, as quarterback Joe Flacco (16 of 31, 192 yards, TD) had arguably the best performance of his rookie season thus far while the vaunted Baltimore defense held Pittsburgh to 69 yards. Nevertheless, the Steelers soon caught fire as signal-caller Ben Roethlisberger (14 of 24 191 yards TD, INT) hit receiver Santonio Holmes on a 38-yard scoring strike, while 15 seconds later, Flacco fumbled and linebacker LaMarr Woodley returned it seven yards for another score. However, the Ravens hung around and late in the 4th Quarter, Flacco drove the offense 76 yards in nine plays, while fullback Le’Ron McClain scored from two yards out. Although Baltimore got the ball first in overtime, the Steelers defense stiffened and after Roethlisberger hit tailback Mewelde Moore on a key 21-yard gain, Reed’s field goal won the game. The win improved the Steelers to 3-1, on the season, while Baltimore fell to 2-1. Pittsburgh next faces Jacksonville Sunday, while the Ravens will host the Tennessee Titans Sunday.
Attendant gets punched over gas prices
Published on September 29, 2008 at 02:11PM
(JOSEPH) – A gas station attendant in Joseph was attacked by two men Thursday night during an argument over high gas prices. Sevier County Deputies responded to the TNT Trailriders store at about 10:30pm to investigate. According to a sheriff’s report, the men purchased gas at the station and one of the men grabbed a pen and tried to stab the attendant. Apparently, the attendant punched the man but got punched several times. He then grabbed a wooden stick and went after the men. The subjects fled the area and were not apprehended. Sheriff’s Deputies warn people to call law enforcement when an altercation escalates and not take these matters into their own hands.
Marijuana bust on I-70
Published on September 29, 2008 at 11:55AM
(COVE FORT) – UHP arrested three men from California and Arizona last Thursday on I-70 near Cove Fort for transporting marijuana. A UHP report stated that at about 7:30am, a trooper pulled over a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee and detected the odor of raw marijuana coming from the vehicle. A K-9 Unit was deployed and indicated about 2.5-pounds of marijuana. The trooper arrested Steven Orozco of Tucson, AZ., Jamie Garcia of Downey, CA. and Arthur Guerrero of Los Angeles. All three were between 18 and 20 years of age.
ATV accident injures Elsinore man
Published on September 29, 2008 at 11:25AM
(ELSINORE) – Sevier County Deputies were dispatched to an ATV accident near Elsinore over the weekend. A sheriff’s report said that at about 5:50pm Saturday, 38-year old, Patrick Wolf of Elsinore was riding his ATV about six miles west of Elsinore, when he went off the road and rolled down a steep embankment. A passer-by heard Wolf yelling for help and notified authorities. EMT’s and Search and Rescue responded along with several volunteers, who were able move Wolf to where a helicopter could land and transport him to the hospital. Patrick was traveling alone and told rescuers that he could not remember the accident or how long he had been in the area before help could arrive.
Mexican Nationals apprehended on illegal seed
Published on September 29, 2008 at 08:45AM
(SALINA) – Salina City Police apprehended six undocumented Hispanic males last Tuesday while checking permits for bags of seed. A police report said that at about 9pm, police stopped a tan color GMC pickup and found that the Mexican Nationals had no driver’s license or identification. The men also said they had no permit for the seed but were going to obtain one in Manti on Wednesday. Forest Service officials were notified and responded to the incident. They identified the seed as “winter fat” and seized about 2000-pounds for no proof of ownership and no permits in possession of the workers. Salina Police also contacted ICE agents and advised them of the subjects but immigration officials were not able to respond. The driver of the pickup, Noe Saldivar, was cited for no driver’s license and all subjects were released.