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Habs Pummel Bitter Rivals on 100th Anniversary
Published on December 04, 2009 at 11:49PM
MONTREAL (AP)—Mike Cammalleri amassed a hat trick and the Montreal Canadiens celebrated their 100th anniversary in style with a 5-1 win over their bitter rivals, the Boston Bruins, Friday at Bell Centre in NHL action. Cammalleri, goalie Cary Price and other current Canadiens stars met greats of the past such as Guy Lafleur and Patrick Roy as the NHL’s most storied franchise celebrated its first century of existence in impressive fashion. Price, who had 37 saves, almost posted a shutout for the historic event, but Boston’s Vladimir Sobotka scored a goal in the closing moments to help the Bruins save face somewhat. Jaroslav Spacek and Glen Metropolit also scored in the win for Montreal, which improved them to 13-14-2 on the season while the loss dropped Boston to 14-9-5. In other NHL action Friday, New Jersey edged Tampa Bay, 3-2, Minnesota ousted Anaheim, 5-4 in a shootout and Nashville stymied Chicago, 4-1.
Lady Falcons Trip Up Vandy
Published on December 04, 2009 at 11:45PM
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)—Tracy Pontius had 19 points and the Bowling Green Lady Falcons downed the #14 Vanderbilt Lady Commodores, 66-60 Friday in Top 25 women’s college basketball action. Tamika Nurse added 15 points for the Lady Falcons, while making three 3-pointers and Lauren Prochaska added 14 more for Bowling Green. Jence Rhoads had 13 of her 17 points in the second half for Vanderbilt, while the Lady Commodores trailed by as much as 18 in the latter stanza. The win improved the Lady Falcons to 5-2 on the season, while Vanderbilt suffered its first defeat of the season, falling to 6-1. In other Top 25 action Friday, #13 Arizona State got past Idaho State, 65-56, #23 DePaul bested Illinois-Chicago, 67-56 and #24 Dayton decimated Milwaukee, 86-52.
Spartans Stonewall Wofford
Published on December 04, 2009 at 11:40PM
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP)—Raymar Morgan had 19 points and 11 rebounds and the #9 Michigan State Sparatns, despite the disappointment of head coach Tom Izzo, clipped the Wofford Terriers, 72-60 Friday in Top 25 men’s college basketball action at the Breslin Student Events Center. While the Spartans did improve to 6-2 on the season, Izzo said his team lacked the fire the Terriers brought to the table. One of the Spartans’ shining points, however, was the 40 percent they shot from the 3-point line, a marked improvement from their 2 of 20 performance behind the arc earlier this week against North Carolina. Noah Dahlman led the Terriers with 19 points in the loss, which dropped them to 4-5. In other Top 25 action Friday, #17 Florida stormed past Jacksonville, 85-67 and #22 Texas A&M bested Akron, 74-62.
Jazz Stymie Pacers
Published on December 04, 2009 at 11:33PM
SALT LAKE CITY (AP)—Carlos Boozer had 35 points and 13 rebounds and rookie Wesley Matthews added 18 points as the Utah Jazz clipped the Indiana Pacers, 96-87 Friday at Energy Solutions Arena. The Jazz, who came out with retro green uniforms to honor the movement of “going green,” started out red hot as they built a 34-12 lead at the end of the 1st Quarter. Nevertheless, the resilient Pacers didn’t back down and behind the clutch play of Danny Granger (26 points, eight rebounds) and Troy Murphy (16 points, 10 boards), they pulled to within four late in the 4th Quarter. Nevertheless, Boozer ensued in his inspired play of late and made numerous big plays in the closing minutes to lead Utah to their 11th win of the season. In other NBA action Friday, Toronto edged Washington, 109-107, New York tripped up Atlanta, 114-107, New Orleans got past Minnesota, 98-89, Cleveland smoked Chicago, 101-87, Detroit downed Milwaukee, 105-96, New Jersey bested Charlotte, 97-91, Boston stormed past Oklahoma City, 105-87, Memphis embarrassed Dallas, 98-82 and the Los Angeles Lakers outlasted Miami, 108-107.
Prep Sports Roundup:12/4
Published on December 04, 2009 at 09:33PM
TABIONA, Utah (AP)—Dane Rhoads posted 24 points while Gerald Van Tassell added 23 more as the Tabiona Tigers decimated the Escalante Moquis, 73-44 Friday in non-region boys basketball action.
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP)—Isaac Pedroza had 15 points and the Layton Christian Eagles stormed past the Beaver Beavers, 74-38 Friday at the Sevier Valley Center. Robbie Gurr had 13 points while Scott Langford’s son, Jordan, added 12 more for the Beavers.
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP)—Zach Sorenson led all scorers with 20 points and the Hurricane Tigers outlasted the Manti Templars, 54-49 at the Sevier Valley Center Friday. Russ Hugentobler posted 19 points for the Templars, while Kyle Moore added 17 more for Manti.
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP)—Trevor Bamgartner’s 20 points led the way for the Wasatch Wasps in a 59-33 rout of the North Sanpete Hawks Friday at the Sevier Valley Center. Rhett Bird had 12 points in defeat for North Sanpete.
RICHFIELD, Utah (AP)—Rhees Jackson posted 18 of his 25 points in the decisive second half as the Kanab Cowboys surged past the North Sevier Wolves, 76-68 at the Sevier Valley Center Friday. Craig Brinkerhoff added 17 more points for the Cowboys, while Derrick Christensen’s 29 points led all scorers in the loss for the Wolves.
CEDAR CITY, Utah (AP)—Cassie Holmes amassed 21 points and six rebounds and the Canyon View Lady Falcons dismantled the North Sevier Lady Wolves, 58-40 in non-region girls basketball action Friday. McKinzie Robins led the way in defeat for the Lady Wolves with 16 points.
SANDY, Utah (AP)—Neal Monson had 19 points and the Waterford Ravens outlasted the Gunnison Bulldogs, 59-56 Friday in non-region boys basketball action. Drew Despain had 18 points to lead the Bulldogs in the loss.
PANGUITCH, Utah (AP)—Eric Frandsen had 26 points and Brooks Leach added 23 more, but it wasn’t enough as Moapa Valley (Nev.) downed the Panguitch Bobcats, 73-61 Friday in non-region boys basketball action.
Moab men injured in I-70 rollover
Published on December 04, 2009 at 04:13PM
(JOSEPH) – Two Moab men were taken to the hospital with unknown injuries after a rollover on I-70 near Joseph today at about 3pm. According to a UHP report, 83-year old, James Stolzfus was traveling westbound when his 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser drifted off the right shoulder and rolled. The report said Stolzfus was wearing his seatbelt and transported to the Sevier Valley Medical Center for treatment. His passenger, 67-year old, Floyd Humphreys, was not wearing his seatbelt and was also taken to the hospital with possible injuries. UHP said the driver was cited for improper lane travel.
Utah court rules against power plant
Published on December 04, 2009 at 03:52PM
Updated on December 04, 2009 at 10:55PM
(RICHFIELD) – The Utah Supreme Court has ruled that a company fighting to building a coal-fired power plant near Sigurd must obtain a pollution permit all over again. Today’s ruling was a setback for Sevier Power Company, which obtained a permit to build the plant in 2004. SPC Attorney, Fred Finlinson, says the High Court has sided with the company on four out the seven issues on the project and is surprised on the ruling. Finlinson said Nevco Energy Co., the Nevada power producer behind the Utah project, also may not move forward with the project to earn the state permit all over again, due to costs and time involved. Sevier Citizens for Clean Air and Water President James Kennon, says his organization is pleased with the ruling. He said SCCAW is waiting to see if the SPC improves their new permit application or if they abandon the project all together.
Costco To Limit Palin Book Signing Crowds During Utah Visit
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:32PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—A possible rival to President Barack Obama in 2012 is coming to Salt Lake City, but citizens who want to see Sarah Palin will have to arrive early. Palin will be visiting Salt Lake City with her new book, “Going Rogue.” Across the country, Palin has drawn large crowds, so the Costco store, located at 1818 South 300 West, wants to limit the press of people. Palin has stated she will sign only 1,000 copies of her book when she arrives next Wednesday. Thus, store personnel will be handing out golden tickets for lucky customers December 9 for her appearance at 10:00 a.m.
Man Accused of Lewdness Found Competent For Trial
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:29PM
(OGDEN)—A man charged with second-degree felony forcible sexual abuse for allegedly groping a nurse helping the woman in labor with his child has been deemed competent to stand trial. An attorney for 31-year-old Adam Jay Manning asked for a psychological evaluation of his client while on Tuesday, 2nd District Court Judge Scott Hadley found Manning competent. Ogden police have said Manning, a Bountiful resident, brought a pregnant woman to the hospital October 9 after which he proceeded to commit his lewd act. Subsequently, Manning was arrested and missed the child’s birth. He is due in court again December 15.
Woman Gives Birth on Airplane
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:26PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—A Southwest Airlines flight landed in Salt Lake City later than scheduled Friday afternoon due to an expectant mother giving birth. The plane was forced to make a stop in Denver for the woman who had her baby aboard the aircraft. Airline officials reported the mother gave birth on Southwest Flight 441 Friday morning. The plane originated from Ohio, with stops slated for Chicago, Salt Lake City and Boise. The final destination is Spokane, Wash.
Bennett Seeks To Block Waste Ban Bill
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:17PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Utah Senator Bob Bennett is attempting to block a bill that would stop the transport of radioactive waste from Italy to Utah’s west desert. The bill, which has already been approved by the House, bans the importation of foreign radioactive waste into the United States and is specifically aimed to stymie Utah-based EnergySolutions, Inc. from bringing in the Italian waste. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, Senator Bennett says a lawsuit currently being heard in the courts could decide the issue and that no action should be taken by the Senate until the suit’s settled. The Tribune reports EnergySolutions has contributed more than $50,000 to Bennett’s re-election campaign thus far this cycle.
AG Appeals Ruling in Pregnant Teen Beating Case
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:14PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—The Utah Attorney General’s Office is appealing a judge’s decision to throw out charges against a teenager accused of hiring a man to beat her up so she would miscarry her baby. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, the judge called the then 17-year-old girl’s actions appalling, saying they fit the definition of an abortion. The girl told the police she hired 21-year-old Aaron Harrison to beat her up after her boyfriend threatened to break up with her if she didn’t terminate the pregnancy. Harrison was sentenced to prison for up to 20 years. The girl gave birth to her child in August. Lawmakers are now considering a bill that could clear the way for the prosecution of women who seek illegal abortions.
Accused Killer Claims He Shot Victims in Self-Defense
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:11PM
(CEDAR CITY)—An Iron County man accused in a double murder said he shot his victims in self defense. The Salt Lake Tribune reported Martin Nelson testified in court Thursday that he shot Derek Davis and Chad Grijalva in 2007 because they were attacking him and feared they would beat him to death. According to the paper, when asked why he didn’t call police after the shooting, Nelson claimed it was because he was on probation and feared arrest. The bodies of Davis and Grijalva were found buried in a shallow grave on Nelson’s property.
Troopers Return To Work Following Shooting Investigation
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:08PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—Two Utah Highway Patrol troopers returned to work Friday after being involved in a traffic stop that ended with a teen shooting himself. The 17-year-old boy in question is still in critical condition at Intermountain Medical Center after Sunday’s incident. Troopers had stopped the car he was riding in and asked the teen and driver to get out when they smelled marijuana. The teen then started to run and fired a single shot over his shoulder from a .22-caliber pistol, shooting himself in the head. The troopers were put on leave, but reinstated after an investigation into the incident was completed.
Utah Senator Thinks Carpool Lane Should Be Open To All
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:04PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—One Utah senator wants to open the carpool lanes on Interstate 15 to all drivers, at least some of the time. Senator Karen Morgan says since all taxpayers paid to build the carpool lanes, everyone should have at least some access to them. The Salt Lake Tribune reported Morgan is putting together a bill to open up the carpool lanes to everyone during off-peak times. However, some UDOT officials say this could cause problems with carpool lane enforcement and cause confusion for motorists. UDOT wants to put in an electronic polling system next fall where single drivers can have a transponder in their car that charges them when they enter the carpool lane.
Multiple Vehicle Wreck Ruins I-15 Commute
Published on December 04, 2009 at 02:01PM
(SANDY)—A three-vehicle accident seriously injured a driver and snarled northbound traffic on Interstate 15 near Sandy Friday morning. The incident occurred at 10200 South around 7:30 a.m. The Utah Highway Patrol reported a car traveling northbound in the right lane suddenly swerved and clipped the rear of a small truck, which rolled over. The car then went on to hit another vehicle in the HOV lane, while the driver of the car that caused the accident was transported by ambulance with critical injuries. The other drivers escaped with only minor injuries. Troopers closed down three lanes of traffic to investigate and clear the scene. All lanes were reopened a few moments before 10:00 a.m.
Elsinore increases budget and master plan
Published on December 04, 2009 at 11:03AM
(ELSINORE) – The Elsinore Town Planning and Land Use Commission met in session Thursday night to overhaul the old Master Plan and replace it with a new, updated version. Elsinore Town Clerks said the 12-year old plan needed to be upgraded to include sewer, street and land improvements to the town. The planning commission approved the new plan at the meeting. Also at the town council meeting Tuesday night, council members approved an amendment to the 2010 budget for an increase of $10,000 to cover equipment and maintenance purchases for new radios for the fire department. The budget will increase from $275,000 to $285,000.
Bennett opposes $500 billion Medicare cuts
Published on December 04, 2009 at 08:50AM
(WASHINGTON D.C.) – Sen. Bob Bennett is voicing his opposition to the federal government cutting $500 billion in Medicare to pay for the Democrat’s health care legislation. He said the Democrats are playing politics with senior citizens by telling them they want to fix health care by cutting payments to providers but it’s just another government-run entitlement program. Bennett said Democrats want to slash $14.6 billion for nursing homes, $135 billion for hospitals and supplemental coverage by $120 billion. He said Democrats say the cuts are to health care providers and not cuts to benefits for senior citizens who rely on Medicare but Bennett said that once providers face cuts, the health care businesses will close their doors.