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Coyotes Smack Blue Jackets
Published on December 21, 2009 at 11:33PM
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP)—Scottie Upshall had two goals and Matthew Lombardi, Shane Doan and Radim Vrbata also scored as the Phoenix Coyotes stymied the Columbus Blue Jackets, 5-2 Monday at Jobing.com Arena in NHL action. The win improved the Coyotes to 22-13-2 on the season, while the Blue Jackets fell to 14-16-7. Derick Brassard and Antoine Vermette scored for Columbus in the loss. In other NHL action Monday, the New York Rangers clipped Carolina, 3-1, Tampa Bay doubled up the New York Islanders, 4-2, Florida pummeled Philadelphia, 4-1, Buffalo ousted Toronto, 3-2 in overtime, Montreal got past Atlanta, 4-3 in overtime, Boston blanked Ottawa, 2-0, New Jersey walloped Pittsburgh, 4-0, Colorado edged Minnesota, 4-3, San Jose tripped up Dallas, 4-2 and St. Louis destroyed Edmonton, 7-2.
Noles Down Wahine
Published on December 21, 2009 at 11:26PM
LAS VEGAS (AP)—Jacinta Monroe had 18 points and eight rebounds and Alexa Deluzio added 17 points as the #6 Florida State Lady Seminoles crushed the Hawaii Rainbow Wahine, 83-39 Monday in Top 25 women’s college basketball action. Breanna Arbuckle had nine points and nine rebounds in the loss for the Wahine. In other Top 25 action Monday, #8 Duke decimated Maine, 75-34, #20 Michigan State outlasted St. Bonaventure, 67-59 and #25 James Madison crushed Longwood, 85-67.
2000 Wins For Kentucky in Rout
Published on December 21, 2009 at 11:15PM
LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP)—DeMarcus Cousins and Patrick Patterson each had 18 points and the #3 Kentucky Wildcats amassed a historic victory with an 88-44 rout of the Drexel Dragons Monday at Rupp Arena in Top 25 men’s college basketball action. The win not only improved Kentucky to 12-0 on the season, it was also the 2,000th victory in the program’s storied history. Samme Givens had 11 points to pace the Dragons in the loss. In other Top 25 action Monday, #15 Kansas State gashed Arkansas-Pine Bluff, 90-76.
Magic Edge Jazz
Published on December 21, 2009 at 11:10PM
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)—Dwight Howard had 21 points and nine rebounds while J.J. Redick added 20 points off the bench as the Orlando Magic outlasted the Utah Jazz, 104-99 Monday at Amway Arena. Paul Millsap had 20 points off the bench to lead the Jazz, while Deron Williams chipped in with 18 points and 12 assists for Utah. The win improved the Magic to 21-7 on the season, while the Jazz fell to 16-12. In other NBA action Monday, Milwaukee edged Indiana, 84-81, Sacramento ousted Chicago, 102-98, San Antonio dismantled the Los Angeles Clippers, 103-87 and Cleveland decimated Phoenix, 109-91.
Manning Shines as G-Men Pummel Skins
Published on December 21, 2009 at 10:45PM
LANDOVER, Md. (AP)—Eli Manning completed 19 of 26 passes for 268 yards and three touchdowns and the New York Giants decimated the Washington Redskins, 45-12 Monday at FedEx Field. Armed with a solid resolve to remain in the NFC playoff race, the Giants raced out to a 24-0 lead in the 2nd Quarter by virtue of a 6-yard touchdown reception by Steve Smith, a pair of Ahmad Bradshaw touchdown runs and a 38-yard field goal by Lawrence Tynes. In the second half, the Giants maintained their advantage as Terrell Thomas returned an errant Jason Campbell (15 of 28, 192 yards, TD, 2 INT’s) 14 yards for a score while Derek Hagan caught a 23-yard scoring pass from Manning. After Manning’s third touchdown pass, a 25-yard strike to Mario Manningham, the Giants were well on their way to their eighth win of the season, keeping themselves alive for a wild card playoff berth. Fred Davis had five receptions for 65 yards and a touchdown to pace Washington in defeat.
Despite Recession, FBI Data Says Murder, Property Crime Down
Published on December 21, 2009 at 02:44PM
(WASHINGTON D.C.)—Every economic downturn of the last half-century has led to an increase in crime, except for this one. Preliminary FBI figures show crime has fallen nationwide during the first six months of 2009, a time of high unemployment, foreclosures and layoffs. Those numbers include a 10 percent drop in murder and manslaughter while also showing property crimes falling by more than 6 percent and car thefts plunging nearly 19 percent. Overall, crime rates have not been this low since the 1960s while experts are befuddled about why they’re so low during a time of economic crisis. Possible explanations include better car security systems or more jobless people at home keeping an eye on their neighborhoods. Possibly, the low crime rates are a continuation, and an acceleration, of a crime-dropping trend that was noticed last year.
Syracuse Officer Puts Donated Items Up For Sale
Published on December 21, 2009 at 02:38PM
(SYRACUSE)—Syracuse police are conceding a goof after an officer bought donated items from an apartment and tried selling them in his second-hand store. Syracuse Police Chief Brian Wallace said among the items were Halloween masks and other items donated from a nearby Wal-Mart in 2007. Meanwhile, the Syracuse city council is reviewing what turned out to be a potential violation of personnel policies. City officials have not disciplined the sergeant who removed the items during the city’s annual pumpkin walk while he has removed the remaining items from his store in Clearfield.
Hill AFB To Keep Snow in Mind During Planning
Published on December 21, 2009 at 02:34PM
(HILL AIR FORCE BASE)—Due to difficulties caused by snow for pilots at Hill Air Force Base, the military base is seeking to make things easier for aircrafts this winter. The base says it loses about 7 percent of scheduled flying days each year due to inclement weather, or about 17 of 232 scheduled fly days. Operations can be canceled by snow, often between October and April. The commander of the 388th Operations Support Squadron says on days when snow is bad enough to cancel a mission, an alternative is usually possible. Sometimes, pilots fly during bad weather, though less-experienced pilots may not conduct missions on those days. Officials say flying during snowy weather can also be good practice.
Utah Post Offices Open Christmas Eve
Published on December 21, 2009 at 02:29PM
(SALT LAKE CITY)—All post offices in Utah will be open Thursday December 24, but many will shorten retail lobby hours and close at noon. Regular mail delivery for December 24 will be unaffected by the change. Revised hours will be posted at each post office and commercial customers are asked to check with their Bulk Mail Acceptance Unit for December 24 hours of operation. Additionally, mail should be deposited into blue collection mailboxes by noon for early pick-up December 24. Those customers needing retail services after noon on Christmas Eve can visit post offices in Cedar City, Logan, Moab, Orem, Park City, Price, Provo, Riverton, Sandy, Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Sugarhouse, St. George (Red Rocks location), Tooele and Vernal. Most collection boxes and lobby drops at the locations listed above will be collected at the regular posted times on Christmas Eve. All post offices will be open and regular mail delivery will resume Saturday December 26.
Monroe woman trapped in auto in accident
Published on December 21, 2009 at 12:35PM
(JOSEPH) – A Monroe woman had to be extricated from her vehicle after a crash on SR-118 near Joseph Friday afternoon. Sevier County Deputies responded at about 3:45pm to the scene where they found 33-year old, Amie Withers trapped in her vehicle. The Monroe Fire Department was also summoned to extricate Withers after which she was taken to the Sevier Valley Medical Center in Richfield and then transported to a hospital up north for secondary medical care. Witnesses said they saw Withers drift into the westbound lane, then suddenly came back in the eastbound lane on SR-118 and crash into a dry wash at the edge of the road. Deputies continue to investigate the accident.
Sevier County faces "no growth" in 2009
Published on December 21, 2009 at 12:16PM
(RICHFIELD) – No growth was the biggest problem facing Sevier County in 2009. Commissioner Gary Mason commented that sales tax revenue was down throughout the county due to the economic meltdown in the latter part of 2008. The “no growth” tabulation has resulted in no salary increases for county employees in 2010. At the Sevier County Commission meeting today, Commissioners held a hearing for the 2010 budget and opened the 2009 budget for adjustments. County Clerk Steve Wall said the adjusted budget for 2009 was $12.5 million and the 2010 budget would be almost a million dollars less at a little over $11 million. Commissioner Ivan Cowley stated that agricultural incomes were a third to a half less this year than last. Commissioners said that the county will weather the downturn with hopes that the latter part of 2010 will see a boost in revenues.
Elsinore Addition residents consider name change
Published on December 21, 2009 at 10:52AM
(RICHFIELD) – The Elsinore Addition outside of Elsinore Town limits may soon get a name change and might be incorporated. Nellie Mooney, Spokesperson for the Neighborhood Watch Program, said many residents in the subdivision want the name change. She addressed Sevier County Commissioners today at the regular bi-monthly meeting concerning safety and security in the area. Mooney commented that there was a recent discovery of a home invasion planned for one of the residences and asked Commissioners to help with more patrols, street signs, road grading and clean-up efforts. She said the Elsinore Addition plans a clean-up of the area in May of next year and asked Commissioners for help. Commissioner Gary Mason said the county plans to conduct a county-wide clean up during April and May of next year.
Salina man injured in weekend shooting
Published on December 21, 2009 at 07:16AM
(SALINA) – A Salina man shot himself over the weekend after barricading himself in his bedroom during a family fight. According to Salina Police, 39-year old, Steven Madsen locked himself in his bedroom during the fight and family members heard a gunshot. Salina Police responded to find the man lying on the bedroom floor with a gunshot wound to the chest. The shot came from a .50 calibre black powder rifle. Madsen was rushed to the Sevier Valley Medical Center in Richfield in critical condition and was lifeflighted to a hospital up north. Police said that Madsen had made several threats of suicide prior to being found. He was also considered a restricted person for firearms. Police continue to investigate the incident.