Saturday, September 6th, 2008
Cherry Creek bounces back to win Western Slope
Even though it was a loss, for Grand Junction’s No. 2 doubles team of Jake Frankhouser and Greg Coleman it was the verification they needed.
Withholding news is not propaganda
In his letter printed 8/12/08, D. W. Griffith worries about the liberal media spewing propaganda, then gives us a list of what (he) says are unreported stories showing left-wing bias and making G. W. Bush look bad.
Family should have moaned when Chandler died
Jon Phillips was convicted of first-degre murder in the starvation death of Chandler Grafner.
“Yellowcake” issue
"Thank God George Bush hung in there ...” 8/12/08 Mr. Griffith ranges widely over 6 paragraphs and misses the mark in all of them.
Using "flop" to describe athletes was grossly unfair
I noticed the cover of today’s newspaper (August 13th). To say the cover was unfair is a vast understatement.
Living within our means is a lost art
In response to Kristin Thompson (Can’t Afford to drive a Prius): whose choice was it that you’re driving a truck? You’re blaming Roger Bowman (Life in the Prius Lane) for your driving a truck.
Mines handles Fort Hays
A first-period field goal staked Fort Hays state to an early lead, but an 8-yard scoring reception by Adam Saur in the second period put Colorado School of Mines ahead to stay in its 37-17 nonconference victory Saturday at Brooks Field
Hornaday wins at Gateway International
Ron Hornaday raced to his fourth NASCAR Craftsman Truck victory of the season and record 37th overall, holding off Dennis Setzer by 0.646 seconds Saturday in the Camping World 200.
Dodgers beat D-backs, are atop NL West
The Arizona Diamondbacks gave Manny Ramirez three opportunities to hurt them Saturday. He came through twice, and that was enough for the streaking Los Angeles Dodgers.
Close call - Buffs rally late to avoid major upset
The University of Colorado nearly lost to a Football Championship Subdivision team for the second time in three years, but this year's Buffaloes scored two touchdowns in the closing minutes to beat Eastern Washington 31-24 Saturday at Folsom Field.
DeLine kicks CSU to last-second win
Mike Pagnotta recovered a late fumble and freshman kicker Ben DeLine hit a 20-yard field goal with no time remaining, lifting Colorado State to a 23-20 win against Sacramento State on Saturday.
Air Force pulls away from Wyoming for win
Air Force and Wyoming battled to a 3-3 tie at halftime, but the Falcons pulled away to win 23-3 on Saturday in Laramie.
Ouachita Baptist drubs Fort Lewis
Quarterback Lance Parker threw for 289 yards and three touchdowns to lead Ouachita Baptist to a 58-7 victory against Fort Lewis College in its season opener.
Loeffler was inspired at Republican convention
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) _ Cullen Loeffler has carved out quite a career for himself as a fifth-year long snapper for the Minnesota Vikings, hiking the ball between his legs for a living — on a current contract worth up to $3.1 million over five years through its expiration in 2011.
Super show has different look for Colts, Bears
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ The Colts and Bears don't have to worry about rain, celebrities or all those interview rounds this week.
Cowboys add former Bobcat WR from practice squad
IRVING, Texas (AP) _ The Dallas Cowboys signed receiver Mike Jefferson off their practice squad Saturday, giving them a potential fourth receiver for their season opener.
Cardinals starting center Johnson out for the year
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) _ The Arizona Cardinals announced Saturday that starting center Al Johnson is out for the season with a knee injury.
Cardinals center Johnson out for the year
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) _ The Arizona Cardinals placed center Al Johnson on injured reserve Saturday, sidelining him for the season.
Big 12 roundup: Huskers run by San Jose State
Until Niles Paul’s 85-yard kick return for a touchdown, San Jose State was threatening to leave Memorial Stadium with more than just the $800,000 it was due for showing up Saturday.
Packers coach says they're healthy enough
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) _ Coach Mike McCarthy's assessment of the Green Bay Packers' injury situation was simple Saturday.
