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Archive for August 26th, 2009

“What Would Tim Tebow Do?” Nite.

Posted by Adam Butler on August 26, 2009

jesus-christ-headThat’s the promotion being held tonight by the Fort Myers Miracle–the Class High A minor league affiliate of the Minnessota Twins. 

 

Do you think, like I did, originally, that the story is  just a spoof?  It isn’t

I was so intrigued by it that I actually called the team and they confirmed that they are honoring the most holier than thou   holy college football quarterback, University of Florida’s Tim Tebow.  Festivities will include a free promise ring to everyone that enters the stadium (in honor of Tebow saving himself for marriage), as well as a man named Tim Tebow attempting to walk on water. (Note–It will not be the real Tebow….he wouldn’t show off like that unless the game was on national television) Hey, at least they vetoed the live circumcision.  I guess they also nixed the 7th inning Smite ing.

Whether you think it’s sacrilegious or side-splitting, there is no doubt it’s an attention getter.

Miracle fans might want to check the forecast prior to attending tonight’s game to avoid any stray lightning bolts that may hit the owner’s box.

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Sports Page

Posted by Brett Kincaid on August 26, 2009

NY Mets ace Johan Santana has been shut down for the season — and maybe part of 2010.

Colorado continues its roll by beating L.A.; now only 2 games back.

Boston knocked off Chicago while Texas keeps pace by beating New York.

Adam Wainwright out-dueled Wandy Rodriguez as St. Louis beat Houston 1-0.

Michael Vick is set to make his Philly debut tonight Thursday.

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SEC Links

Posted by Brett Kincaid on August 26, 2009

Broderick Green returned to the Arkansas practice field Tuesday after battling pneumonia for the past 10 days.

Arkansas’ newest tight end, former QB Jim Youngblood, is starting to get the hang of it.

Things are looking up on the injury front at Mississippi.

The Alabama defensive front expects to lead the way to another big season.

Auburn needs a six-pack of wide receivers to step up.

Georgia has started preparation for Oklahoma State, one of the premiere September games in college football.

Dan Mullen has started the process of organizing his team for game week preparation.

LSU ended fall camp Tuesday with a full scrimmage.

The Gamecocks are starting to focus on North Carolina State.

Injuries continue to derail the Tennessee season before it starts.

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Morning News

Posted by Brett Kincaid on August 26, 2009

Benton officers arrested three sex offenders Tuesday that were living too close to schools.

North Little Rock police shot and killed a man who allegedly brandished a weapon towards them late Tuesday.

The Lake View decision on public school funding has been upheld by 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

AG Dustin McDaniel pitched his settlement proposal regarding Little Rock school desegregation yesterday to the Public School Desegregation Lawsuit Resolution Task Force.

Gov. Mike Beebe announced a major environmental investment in northwest Arkansas.

Little Rock police are investigating a possible homicide after passers by found a body in an area lake.

Sen. John McCain ran into a semi-hostile crowd when he even mentioned that President Obama is “sincere in his beliefs” surrounding health care.

Don’t go to the circus in Saudi Arabia.

The President could be announcing good news on Middle East peace talks.

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Senator Ted Kennedy, Dead at 77

Posted by Brett Kincaid on August 26, 2009

The nation lost one of its greats as Senator Ted Kennedy lost his year-long battle with brain cancer.  Conservative or liberal, no one can deny the impact Sen. Kennedy had on this country.  A respected mind and leader of the Senate, Kennedy fought and wrangled with many a Republican only to share a laugh afterwards and call them friends.  It is hard to think of another Senator who had a greater impact on American discourse over the past 40 years.  Here are several stories recounting the loss of a great leader.

Remembering Ted Kennedy (Video)

A Timeline of Ted Kennedy’s Life

Democrats and Republicans remember their friend.

Time

Politico.com

The Boston Globe

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