Newsvine - hall-of-fame

Investigator: Ohio politicians living large in D.C.

Leafydebater — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 02:01:27 +0000

WASHINGTON D.C. -- When Rep. Jim Renacci huddled together with a group of retired football players during a May 2012 press conference, he spoke of helping the NFL Hall of Fame acquire priceless football artifacts through a proposed bill that wouldn't cost taxpayers a dime. Yet …

Spokes n' Pipes. News for Bikers

Gary Lemke — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:00:00 +0000

John Penton was one of the most influential figures in the development of off-road motorcycle racing in America during the 1960s and ’70s. His life’s story is triumphant and tragic. When his attempts to convince Husqvarna to produce a smaller, lighter motorcycle fell …

In Black History: "Father of Black Basketball" Named to Hall of Fame

dwillie — Wed, 6 Feb 2013 13:49:29 +0000

On this day in 1972, Robert Lewis Douglas, Founder, Owner and Coach of the New York Renaissance (the RENs) basketball team, is inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Hall of Famers happy to see Bonds, Clemens denied

Oliver Closoff — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:02:14 +0000

Nobody was happier about the Hall of Fame shutout than the Hall of Famers themselves. Goose Gossage, Al Kaline, Dennis Eckersley and others are in no rush to open the door to Cooperstown for anyone linked to steroids. Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens,&nb …

Baseball Hall of Fame voting is a farce

sahyder1 — Wed, 9 Jan 2013 20:09:11 +0000

The Baseball Writers Association of America is a joke.This Hall of Fame vote was a joke. The five people who sent in a blank ballot should have their votes taken away. The one idiot who voted for Aaron Sele should have their vote taken away. How does Mike Piazza get under 60% of …

Voters Shut Out Hall of Fame Candidates

philipe — Wed, 9 Jan 2013 19:26:49 +0000

"The Hall of Fame will induct three new members in Cooperstown, N.Y., this summer — the umpire Hank O’Day, the owner Jacob Ruppert and a catcher, Deacon White. All three died in the 1930s and were voted in by the veterans committee in December. As a result, baseball w …

Nominate Your Picks for the 2013 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame Awards

Que2646 — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 00:12:46 +0000

It is important that we keep in mind those who are heroes and villains in our efforts to protect the environment. Each year, this site takes a poll to find those most deserving of recognition in the Environmental Hall of Fame and the Environmental&nb …

Marvin Miller, Union Leader Who Changed Baseball, Dies at 95

philipe — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:35:54 +0000

Marvin Miller, an economist and labor leader who became one of the most influential figures in baseball history by building the major league players union into a force that revolutionized the game, died on Tuesday at his home in Manhattan. He was 95.

Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame nominee denied hotel lodging because he's black

Soph0571 — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 11:51:20 +0000

Club owner Jason Perkins talked to BoingBoing about what happened: The manager refused to accept 3 of 4 members credit cards for incidentals (4th member is Rich Vogel/white dude). Leo called me and (my family and I) drove to the hotel at 7:30 pm. I asked what the hell and …

Houston, Texas Mug Shot Hall of Fame | Photo Gallery

maddad — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 11:06:27 +0000

Check out some of the Houston-area's most memorable mug shots.

Misogynist "Rush Limbaugh Honored" by Missouri at Secret Event

The Desert Rattler — Tue, 15 May 2012 21:55:57 +0000

The state of Missouri inducted Rush Limbaugh into their “Hall of Famous Missourians” yesterday, at an invitation-only ceremony closed to the public and guarded by armed members of the Highway Patrol: Doors Locked, Dems Banned as Missouri Honors Limbaugh.

The 2011 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame Winners

Que2646 — Fri, 2 Mar 2012 01:03:36 +0000

This year the contest was carried out on three websites and the votes were combined and tabulated to determine the person who has most affected the environment through word or deed. The 2011Environmental Hall of Fame Winners: The winner is James Hansen, with …

Magic Johnson Launches African-American TV Network

newsguru — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:34:36 +0000

Earvin “Magic” Johnson is launching a basic cable television network targeting black viewers with positive, uplifting images of African Americans. Aspire’s mix will include film, TV, music, comedy, performing arts and shows about faith.

Live Poll: Help Pick the 2011 Hall of Fame/Shame Awards

Que2646 — Tue, 7 Feb 2012 03:28:13 +0000

<------ Vote for Both Here --------> Nominees: The four top candidates for each award have been selected from the nominee …

Who Are Your Favorites for the 2011 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame?

Que2646 — Wed, 4 Jan 2012 01:31:05 +0000

Sex Abuse Allegations Against "Hall of Fame" Sports Writer Continues Societal Sea Change

maddad — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 02:22:11 +0000

Ever since the horrifying allegations against Jerry Sandusky broke in November, it seems the sports world can no longer go a few weeks without another high-profile sexual abuse allegation.

Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor Being Sued by Teen in Sex Case

maddad — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:14:38 +0000

NEW YORK (AP) - Pro Football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor is being sued by the teenage girl he admitted having sex with in the case that led to his guilty plea to misdemeanor charges earlier this year.

Harmon Killebrew obituary: Harmon Killebrew, baseball Hall of Famer, dies at 74 - latimes.com

jcscher — Tue, 17 May 2011 18:01:13 +0000

Harmon Killebrew, known for his towering drives, hit 573 homers in 22 seasons that included an American League pennant with the Minnesota Twins in 1965 and a most valuable player award in 1969. One manager said he could hit the ball out of any park, 'including Yellowstone.

Baseball Duke Snyder Has Died

jcscher — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 20:49:26 +0000

Edwin Donald Snider, who will forever be known to Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers fans as "Duke," passed away on Sunday morning following an undisclosed illness, both the Dodgers and the Baseball Hall of Fame have announced. He was 84.

The 2010 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame Winners

Que2646 — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 21:32:38 +0000

This year the contest was carried out on three websites and the results were combined. Your votes have been tabulated to determine the person who has most affected the environment through word or deed.

NFL Divorce News: Troy & Rhonda Aikman Calls It Quits - Pigskinlovinglady - First & Then: Football From A Woman's Point Of View

knight-403465 — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:44:32 +0000

The Fox football analyst and HOF QB confirmed on Monday, that he and his wife, Rhonda are splitting after 10 years of marriage.

Poll : Vote for the 2010 Hall of Fame/Shame Candidates

Que2646 — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:18:05 +0000

Please vote for the person you think has most affected the environment through word or deed. The 2010 winners in the in the Environmental Hall of Fame poll will receive the "Most Noble Prize in Environmental Science" and a suitable gift.

Computers Get Permanent Hall of Fame

SuperSaiyan — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 01:41:15 +0000

Silicon Valley's shrine to the computer has finally upgraded to version 2.0.

Nominations for the 2010 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame

Que2646 — Tue, 7 Dec 2010 19:07:25 +0000

Each year, this author takes a poll to see who the readers think is the most deserving person to receive recognition in the Environmental Hall of Fame or Hall of Shame. Nominations are now open for the person who has most affected the environment by words or action.

Kirk Gibson selling his bat from 1988 World Series? Say it ain't so

R. Donald Snyder — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:08:53 +0000

"The author of perhaps the greatest moment in L.A. Dodgers history — the walk-off home run off of Dennis Eckersley to win Game 1 of the '88 Series against Oakland — is putting the bat he used to hit it up for auction, along with two trophies.