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Elton John says he's back on his feet
Elton John says he's back on his feet after being sidelined for the flu and an E. coli bacterial infection.The entertainer spoke about his recovery before Monday's annual benefit for the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which honored former President Bill Clinton and Sharon Stone among others.Earlier this month, John was forced to cancel shows after ...
Teacher-training ideas not shared by 3 Hancock County principals
If the views of three Hancock County principals are any indication, Indiana's superintendent of public instruction faces skepticism regarding certain proposals to change teacher-training standards.
Leavenworth school earns Blue Ribbon
Since being voted into office last November, a point of emphasis for Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr.
Virginia beats Longwood 85-72 in Bennett debut
The Tony Bennett coaching era at Virginia began with an 85-72 win against Longwood on Friday night.
While I'm sure I was once aware of the Buick brand, its cultural significance is now right up there with the cancellation of the TV series 'Wings' and Barbra Streisand's last concert tour.
New Virginia coach Tony Bennett said at his introductory press conference today that he hopes to hire Liberty coach Ritchie McKay as an assistant.
Buick Cruises Into 21st Century on Solid $34,000 LaCrosse: Jason H. Harper
While Ia m sure I was once aware of the Buick brand , its cultural significance is now right up there with the cancellation of the TV series a oeWingsa and Barbra Streisanda s last concert tour.
Music returns to historic Salisbury Beach The 'New' Pavilion looks to ...
Thursday, November 12, 2009 The ocean as seen from one of two Green Rooms at Tupelo Salisbury - Not only do concert-goers get a view of the ocean, but so too do the guest performers.
Richmond Community Schools officials are still hoping to continue contract talks with district teachers despite a warning from Indiana's school chief that declining state revenues could force cuts in public education.
Teachers push back over licensing plan
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett wants changes in the way teachers are trained and certified.
Madeleine McCann: The Fund Is Investigated, In Pictures
The Sun : a oeAnti-McCann group facing fraud probea FRAUD cops are probing the bank account of a campaign group which says Maddie McCann is dead - and aims to blame her parents.
Preparing for change: State school superintendent warns of potential...
With financial cuts looming in the state, Indiana's top education official Tony Bennett stopped by The Evening News and The Tribune on Friday to talk about what's to come with budget cuts, teacher licensure changes, grading schools based on performance and charter schools, among other topics.
Indiana schools warned of funding cuts
Indiana's school chief warned school superintendents Thursday that declining state revenues could force cuts in public education spending, education officials said.
Indiana school officials warned of funding cuts
INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana's school chief warned school superintendents Thursday that declining state revenues could force cuts in public education spending, education officials said.
The College of Lake County jazz ensemble will present a guest artist concert on Nov.
What to Watch Wednesday: Bill Cosby, Johnny Mercer, Ed Begley Jr.
Coach Taylor's difficult first season at East Dillon takes a turn for the better when a star player is dropped in his lap on " Friday Night Lights " . What's a cubit? Find out on " Bill Cosby: The Mark Twain Prize 2009 " , which will include clips of classic Cosby moments and tributes from Carl Reiner, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, Dick Gregory, ...
Educators criticize Ind. licensing changes
Dozens of educators urged a state panel to reject a proposal to revamp Indiana's teacher licensing standards during the last of three public hearings on the contentious changes.
Debate heats up over changes in teacher licensing
INDIANAPOLIS -- Indiana schools chief Tony Bennett has never been afraid to ruffle a few feathers.
People ill-informed about license changes for teachers I am truly concerned with what Dr.
New on DVD: Charles Kuralt series
Charles Kuralt began his career at CBS News in 1957, remaining with the network in some capacity until his death.
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