Candidate to speak in Gilmer Wednesday
HOUSTON — Bill White will be in Gilmer discussing issues facing the state’s future, including jobs and education. The Democratic gubernatorial nominee will meet and greet the public at the Gilmer Civic Center, beginning at 4:30 p.m. next Wednesday, Aug. 18.
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Schobel retiring
Former Buffalo Bills linebacker Aaron Schobel is retiring, saying he lost his hunger for playing last year. Buffalo Bill – Aaron Schobel – NFL – sport – Football
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Former Burges Quarterback Skelton Leads Arizona Comeback
Sunday, August 15: Former Burges and Fordham Quarterback John Skelton led the Arizona Cardinals to a come-from-behind 19-16 victory yesterday over the Houston Texans. Skelton finished 5-6 for 84 yards and a touchdown, helping rally
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Man Wearing Surgical Mask Robs Bank
A man wearing a surgical mask who FBI officials said robbed a Lower Valley bank is being sought. Sign Up For Breaking News E-Mail News Alerts
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Mailbag: On Brock, markets and my bias
Brian in Austin, Texas, writes: Thoughts on the Texans trading Jacques Reeves or Fred Bennett to the Ravens for Troy Smith to shore up our backup quarterback situation? I know the mindset is that Dan Orlovsky has all the tools and physical makeup, but every time I’ve seen him in a game he looks lost. I think I’d rather have a guy who can manage a game with his arm and legs to manufacture wins if …
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Texans LB Cushing blames positive test on overtraining
HOUSTON — The Houston Texans asked the NFL to reduce or rescind the four-game suspension given to star linebacker Brian Cushing on Monday, saying he has a unique medical condition stemming from something called overtrained athlete syndrome. Cushing described the condition after Monday morning’s practice. He said the syndrome can trigger hormonal spikes after breaks in training, explaining why …
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Arizona Cardinals’ Stephen Williams making push for roster spot
Cardinals undrafted rookie wide receiver Stephen Williams has consistently made plays through training camp in hopes of securing a roster spot.
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Schaub sharp, but Leinart, Cards sloppy
Matt Schaub was excellent, Mario Williams was rusty but disruptive. Matt Schaub – Arizona Cardinals – Sports – Beanie Wells – Mario Williams
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Arizona Cardinals’ Matt Leinart blessed by a lack of competition
Matt Leinart did very little to silence his critics on Saturday. Luckily for him, there’s not a lot of competition for his job.
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Jerry Jones hoping Dez Bryant can play in last two preseason games
The moment Dez Bryant removed his boot, the tug of war between optimism and caution began.
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