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Purdue Boilermakers

The Purdue Boilermakers are the athletic teams at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind. They compete in the Big Ten conference, and the school colors are old gold and black. Famous athletes include John Wooden, Len Dawson, Bob Griese, Drew Brees, Glenn Robinson and Rick Mount. Longtime basketball coach Gene Keady won 550 games over 25 years at the university.  Show more »
The Purdue Boilermakers are the athletic teams at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Ind. They compete in the Big Ten conference, and the school colors are old gold and black. Famous athletes include John Wooden, Len Dawson, Bob Griese, Drew Brees, Glenn Robinson and Rick Mount. Longtime basketball coach Gene Keady won 550 games over 25 years at the university.  « Show less

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Sep 13, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  • Edgy Tim on football | Game of ball and strike could have lasting implications for some recruits

    I can't help but wonder about the short- and long-term impact the Chicago Public Schools teachers' strike will have on football prospects.
    I can't help but wonder about the short- and long-term impact the Chicago Public Schools teachers' strike will have on football prospects. I realize football isn't a big deal in the overall picture, but it's big for some student-athletes, both in...
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    Sep 13, 2012 |Column| Chicago Tribune

  • Edgy Tim on football | Game of ball and strike could have lasting implications for some recruits

    I can't help but wonder about the short- and long-term impact the Chicago Public Schools teachers' strike will have on football prospects.
    I can't help but wonder about the short- and long-term impact the Chicago Public Schools teachers' strike will have on football prospects. I realize football isn't a big deal in the overall picture, but it's big for some student-athletes, both in...

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      May 7, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

    1. Kimberly McBroom's Blog

      Tuesday, May 7 I truly hope you were able to catch "Susan's Story," either last night at 6 or today on WDBJ 7 Mornin'. Susan Bahorich bravely shared her personal struggle with ovarian cancer. I am so proud of her for being open and honest with what she is...

      Tags: Brunch, Television Industry, Sixteen Candles (movie), Track and Field, Mining

      2. Apr 5, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

    2. Warner writes defense chief about lead in water

      Sen. Mark Warner is asking the secretary of defense to make sure military families aren't being exposed to unsafe levels of lead in drinking water.  
      Sen. Mark Warner is asking the secretary of defense to make sure military families aren't being exposed to unsafe levels of lead in drinking water.   Warner raised the issue with Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel after recent tests at two Navy child care...

      Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Defense, Chuck Hagel, Hampton Roads

      3. Feb 18, 2013 |Story| AP Virginia

    3. McDonnell to Obama: Don't let sequestration happen

      The governor of Virginia is asking President Barack Obama in a letter to make good on his campaign pledge to avert automatic cuts to federal spending that would disproportionately damage Virginia.
      The governor of Virginia is asking President Barack Obama in a letter to make good on his campaign pledge to avert automatic cuts to federal spending that would disproportionately damage Virginia. Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell says the threat of cuts...

      Tags: Money and Monetary Policy, Budget Control Act of 2011, Hampton Roads, Economic Policy, Politics

      4. Jan 11, 2013 |Story| WDBJ7

    4. Chester soldier killed while fighting in Afghanistan

      A man from Chester was killed Thursday while fighting in Afghanistan.
      A man from Chester was killed Thursday while fighting in Afghanistan. Sergeant Aaron Wittman died when his unit was attacked by small arms fire while on mounted patrol in the Nangarhar Province. Wittman was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 1st Brigade...
      5. Mar 6, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

    5. Faces of civil war sailors to aid in search for their identities

      Outside the United States Navy Memorial in Washington, a wreath honored all of the sailors who served on the USS Monitor.  Inside, the faces of two men were the center of attention.
      Reporter
      Outside the United States Navy Memorial in Washington, a wreath honored all of the sailors who served on the USS Monitor.  Inside, the faces of two men were the center of attention. Tuesday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration unveiled...

      Tags: Sculpture, DNA, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Arts, Human Interest

      6. Mar 6, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

    6. Nearly 150 years after their deaths, faces of two USS Monitor crew members reconstructed

      Outside the <a class="runtimeTopic" href="#">United States Navy</a> Memorial in Washington, a wreath honored all of the sailors who served on the <a class="runtimeTopic" href="#">USS Monitor</a>.&nbsp; Inside, the faces of two men were the center of attention.
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      Outside the United States Navy Memorial in Washington, a wreath honored all of the sailors who served on the USS Monitor.  Inside, the faces of two men were the center of attention. Tuesday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration unveiled...

      Tags: Sculpture, Arts, Unrest, Conflicts and War, DNA, Hampton Roads

      7. Mar 7, 2012 |Story| WDBJ7

    7. Gretna shoe company gets $24M contract from military

      Capps Shoe Co. has received a new contract to produce men's dress shoes for the Army and the Marine Corp.
      Capps Shoe Co. has received a new contract to produce men's dress shoes for the Army and the Marine Corp. Media outlets say the U.S. Department of Defense announced the four-year $24 million contract Wednesday. Capps' Gretna factory has produced the...

      Tags: U.S. Army

      8. Aug 10, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7

    8. Governor McDonnell declares Aug. 12 a Day of Mourning for Virginia servicemen killed

      <strong>News release from Gov. Bob McDonnell's office: </strong>
      News release from Gov. Bob McDonnell's office: Governor McDonnell Declares Aug. 12 a Day of Mourning for Virginia Servicemen Killed In Afghanistan Helicopter Tragedy ~Orders all State Flags to Fly at Half Staff Friday; Encourages Virginians to Also Fly...

      Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Defense, Armed Forces, Human Interest, Politics

      9. Jun 23, 2011 |Story| WDBJ7

    9. Local soldier killed in Afghanistan

      HONOLULU (AP) --
      HONOLULU (AP) -- The military says a Hawaii-based Army medic from Virginia was killed in Afghanistan after his unit was attacked by enemy forces with small arms fire. The Defense Department said Thursday Spc. Levi E. Nuncio, of Harrisonburg, Va. died of...

      Tags: Hawaii, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Defense, Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, Virginia), Armed Forces

      10. Mar 23, 2011 |Story| AP Broadcast

    10. US military operation in Libya costs hundreds of millions and price tag could rise

      Associated Press
      WASHINGTON (AP) — Stretched thin by two wars, the U.S. military is spending upward of $1 billion in an international assault to destroy Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi's air defenses and save rebels from likely defeat, according to analysts and a...

      Tags: Defense, Politics, California, Crime, Law and Justice, Lexington (Lexington, Virginia)

      11. May 18, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

    11. An unexpected surprise at woman's boot camp graduation

      Adam Jarboe recently returned from Afghanistan and flown overnight into Chicago to pull off a stealth mission. Jarboe, a petty officer third class, was at Naval Station Great Lakes early Friday to surprise his wife.
      Adam Jarboe recently returned from Afghanistan and flown overnight into Chicago to pull off a stealth mission. Jarboe, a petty officer third class, was at Naval Station Great Lakes early Friday to surprise his wife. Dressed in the ceremonial white...

      Tags: Unrest, Conflicts and War, Defense, Armed Forces, Afghanistan, Camp Lejeune (military base)

      12. May 17, 2013 |Story| Los Angeles Times

    12. Navy dolphins discover rare old torpedo off Coronado

      SAN DIEGO &mdash; In the ocean off Coronado, a Navy team has discovered a relic worthy of display in a military museum: a torpedo of the kind deployed in the late 19th century, considered a technological marvel in its day.
      SAN DIEGO — In the ocean off Coronado, a Navy team has discovered a relic worthy of display in a military museum: a torpedo of the kind deployed in the late 19th century, considered a technological marvel in its day. But don't look for the primary...

      Tags: Basketball, Google Inc., Armed Forces, Sports, Zoology

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