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Standing up to iZ> i ffMa^ budget cuts A group of faculty members at FSU are fighting against budget cuts I Page $ ^M** A week of relaxation, or a Controversy. week of stress? Little machine causes debate surrounding Ohios drunken driving laws m Columnist Marisha DIVERSITY: Chris Sciaza. proxy lo Senator At-Large JonnW L Lewis, listens to a proposal Pietrowski has decided for a resolution that shows support of changing the name of Minority Affairs Senator that, despite what her By Freddy Hunt release the device's source code. peers think, spring Editor-in-Chief Bowling Green Municipal Court Judge break just leads to Mark Reddin said he expects defense Ohio judges and defense attorneys are attorneys in Ohio to make similar chal- more stress | Page 4 blowing wind at a recently approved lenges once 700 of the instruments are USG discusses breath alcohol tester and are anticipat- distributed statewide. The secrets ing courtroom congestion surrounding Ohio drunken driving laws. THE CATCH are flowing Breath alcohol results from the Challenging the new devices won't be The Obama Intoxilyzer 8000 have been thrown out as as easy in Ohio as in other states and will title changes, administration has now evidence in several courts in Minnesota, require overturning the 1982 court case and Arizona because CMI Inc., released some secrets of the instrument's manufacturer, won't See TESTER I ■2 the Bush administration, possible green fee including anti-terror By India Hunter memos claiming requested a position within the Reporter Student Council, which is now exceptional search- called USG. and-seizure powers Minority Affairs Senator She feels this term is outdated | Page 5 Starmisha Page-Conyers hopes and exclusive of other groups. Administrators forfeit raises, that whoever is in her posi- "By changing the name to tion next year will no longer be diversity affairs senator, it Private e-mail called a Minority Affairs sena- sounds more inclusive," Page use criticized tor. Instead she wants the posi- said. "It just sounds better." tion to be called Diversity Affairs Organization Liaison Rob Iowa Gov. Culvers help students pay tuition Senator. This is part of a resolu- hmmelhain/.agreed that renam- use of a private e-mail By James Hannah "I had no idea how I tion she wrote and proposed to ing the position would be a good account has sparked The Associated Press members of the Undergraduate decision. Student Government during last "I think it's worthwhile and some skepticism from was going to come DAYTON — Top administrators night's meeting. that's why 1 am sponsoring this the public | Page 9 at Wright State University will give up with the money "I feel that the title of minor- resolution," F.mmelhainz said. up raises this year and contrib- ity in itself sounds demeaning." But some USG members had A whole new Some of the top salaries from ute to an emergency relief fund this year." Page-Conyers said, "It makes it worries about changing the title. Ohio's universities, Compiled by that will aid students struggling sound as if the position is not "I have concerns that some university the Associated Press, 2/2009 to cover the cost of tuition amid Caleb Ater | Student important." groups may be left out," At-Large Thanks to the the U.S. recession, the school said She also presented a his- Senator Molly Albertson said. yesterday. and the school will ask faculty, tory of how the title of minor- impressive conquests $375,000 The $1 million emergency staff and administrators to con- ity affairs senator came about See USG I e< of the men's and CAROL CARTWRIGHT fund could be crucial heading tribute, along with reallocating in 1969 when 105 black students Bowling Green State University women's basketball into fall as students find it harder some of its budget toward the to get private loans to help pay fund. teams recently. BGSU $392,700 for school. Other public and pri- Caleb Ater, 21, welcomed the THIS WEEK'S CITY COUNCIL MEETING: is now becoming LLOYD JACOBS vate schools in Ohio, Michigan. news. MEMBERS UNANIMOUSLY AGREE ON ISSUES "Basketball U." University of Toledo New York and Virginia have set up "1 had no idea how I was going women's coach Curt similar funds. to come up with the money this (Compiled by Kristen Vasas. Next Meeting: Monday. March 16) $378,525 "We see the students and their year," said Ater, a nursing stu- Miller said | Page 7 LESTER LEFTON snuggles," said Bryan Rowland, dent whose mother, a preschool Action:' ie resolution approving into a contract or participate m State of Kent State University Wright State's vice president for teacher, lost her job rewsico to the Housing Section ol the Ohio purchasing programs for vehicles Slowly rising to university advancement. Ater has a scholarship this year Comprehensive Master Plan regarding and equipment. toward the top $418,789 The college estimates at least that covers tuition. But he has to Section 0 was : Vote: NANCY ZIMPHER 2,829 students will be in need of reapply for a scholarship for the What this means to students: University of Cinncinnati emergency relief, either because upcoming year, and there is no the seeli i Action: i finance was adopted of layoffs, underemployment or guarantee of him receiving one. be adopted by the Council reqwing prop- ■ ■ Director Kevin Maynard having to drop out for sudden Wright State is hoping to raise $775,008 erty maintenance standards and enforce- to create a contract with DPS Eqi GORDON GEE financial reasons money for the emergency fund in ment withn the city of Bowling Green . -ciase of original Ohio State University About 25 administrators — the next four months and have it including the president, provost, available for students in the fell. equipment manufacturer parts an $354,495 vice presidents and deans — will The amount for each student Action: •'•- ordinance was adopted necessary labor for the Wastewater \: Utilities Director Kevin Treatnv LUIS PROENZA forego raises. will be determined by their indi- Universityuniversity of rtkronAkron The school hasn't determined vidual unmet need. Full-time Maynard to advertise fa bids and enter drive units pay raises this year because of students who are Ohio residents, into a contract for the 2009 Fort Dnve Vote: $380,000 the uncertainty surrounding are making satisfactory progress and Wallace Avenue sewer improve- • RODERICK MCDAVIS the state budget. But assuming toward their degree and have ments Action: ■ in was adopted Ohio University a 1 percent pay hike, $40,000 in filled out a federal financial-aid Vote: authorizing Mayoi Oumn to file an deferred raises would go toward form will be eligible. the fund. About 17,000 students are application and create a contract $344,448 upon approval under the Convr Action: 'ii ordinance was adopted DAVID HOPKINS Wright State University enrolled at Wright State, which Wright State University Foundation board members will has an undergraduate tuition of autnonzing Utilities Director Kevin Development Block Grant provide or raise another $250,000, S7.248 per year. Maynard to advertise for bids and enter Vote:

Current climate creates favorable tornado conditions How can you tell By Lin Chafeti Instructor Todd Albert, who "Tornadoes can occur anywhere and at if someone is Reporter has taught many sections of intoxicated? GEOG125, Weather and Climate, anytime, although they are most likely in the In Spring 2007, University stu- said the air pressure systems dents panicked when tornado this year are similar to that of late spring while Canada is still cool and the sirens sounded off during finals 2007. The low-pressure systems week. Due to recent weather sweeping from Canada and the Gulf of Mexico is nice and warm." conditions, some experts are moisture in the Gulf of Mexico wondering if the sirens will make perfect conditions for a Todd Albert I Weather and Climate Instructor sound off again this year. tornado, he said. TAISIA MOORMAN Between Feb. 10 and 11, nine "Tornadoes can occur any- the U.S." the Rocky and the Appalachian Senior. Supply Chain tornadoes hit Oklahoma and where and at any time, although Tornadoes have occurred in Mountains, which has been Management Missouri, including one in Lone they are most likely in the late every state in the United States, named "Tornado Alley." Ohio is Grove, Okla., which killed eight spring while Canada is still cool and on every continent except susceptible to tornadoes due to "Most people aren't people. These tornadoes, which and the Gulf of Mexico is nice for Antarctica. the fact that it is right in the quiet, calm, cool or were the first of 2009, were and warm," he said. "The mix- Even though they can appear CLIMATE: Low-pressure systems make for collected drunb." unusual because they happened ing of air from these two places anywhere, the most likely place See TORNADO I >2 | Page 4 during the winter. spawns many tornadoes over fora tornado to occur is between great conditions for tornadoes to occur. k VISIT BGVIEWS.COM: NEWS, SPORTS, UPDATES. MULTIMEDIA AND FORUMS FOR YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE we'd have it all > FREE Internet > Shuttle service to > FREE cable bars on Friday & Saturday nights > FREE private shuttle > Full-size washer Dude, if > Private baths and dryer we lived at > Furnished if needed > and much more... > Full-size dishwasher Copper Beech... > Full-size washer and dryer WWWBGVIEWS.COM 2 Tuesday. March 5.2009

OUT OF REACH a given year, said Ohio courts 8000 has not been sued related BLOTTER TESTER The problem, Nesci said, is that could become clogged with to reliability and that all court TORNADO cases relate to the manufacturers From Page 2 the Kenturky-bascd company is pending OVI cases, a concern From Paqe 2 out of Arizona courts' jurisdiction. which was originally expressed refusal to give up the instrument's FRIDAY. FEB. 27 Stale v. Vega, which says a defen- The company is also out of Ohio by the Association of Municipal' source code. middle of the Alley and has numerous plains. Albert said. 2:31 A.M. dant is not permitted to challenge courts'jurisdiction County fudges in Ohio in The Intoxilyzer 8000 was select- Complainant reported a ver- a breath alcohol machine or the The Ohio government is out- November before the new devic- ed because of its security features, Koen van Bommel, an bal/physical altercation between science behind it if the machine sourcing your right to confront es were approved by the state. its ability to process data with the international student at the male and female by the Little Red was approved by the Ohio liourd your accusers to a foreign corpo- "I guess the issue for judges swipe of an ID and its portability, University, said he wouldn't Schoolhouse on campus. Milton ol I leallh. ration," Nesci said is whether the legislature will Komlanc said. know what to do if the tor- Hoffman, of Solon. Ohio, was cited Terrencc Rudes, a dnmken driv- Since the Ohio Hoard of determine the scientific reliabil- The instruments were pur- nado sirens were to sound off. for disorderly conduct and offenses ing defense attorney from l\itl Health approved the Intoxilyzer ity of the devices and whether chased with approximately $6.4 In his home country of the involving an underage person. Clinton, Ohio, said the State v, Vega HOOD as reliable in lanuary. Ohio defendants will be able to chal- million in federal funding that Netherlands, there aren't any lenge them," Heddin said. was made available to the Ohio tornadoes, he said. 3:14 A.M. precedent is the exact reason why Department of Public Safety the Kentucky-based manufactuivr Spokesperson lindsay Komlanc If the Intoxilyzer 8000 Department of Public Safety, Ward "I'd probably just get under- Complainant reported a possible ground, grab some food or fight between seven to eight males. looked to Ohio to make a gale said challenging the instrument becomes challengeable in court said. amounting to approximately S6.4 "should pretty much be a moot many OVI cases will be rerouted "The driving force behind the something," van Bommel Subjects were given verbal warning to the appellant courts, which whole thing is money," he said. said. for disorderly conduct and warned million. point in Ohio anyway" because of But Dean Ward, chief of the State v.Vfega. could take up to a year to reach "The state does not have the In the case of a tornado mat if the officers return, someone resources to do tiiis thing widiottt in Bowling Green, students will be sent to jail. Bureau ofDmgandAlcohoriesting Xi'sci believes the Vega case a decision, and then back to the of the Ohio Department of I lealth. doesn't line up with the U.S. municipal courts. Heddin said. the money." should go quickly to a tor- 8:58 A.M. said CMI has agreed to release Constitution, Once one OVI case clears a path In effort to work out any poten- nado shelter area — the Complainant reported subject walk- their machine's source axle under "If you tula inconsistently with to the appallent courts, many tial problems in Ohio courts, the lowest point in the building ing around the hill and pond by Lot a nondisclosure agreement in Vega you are ntling consistently more will follow, he said. Intoxilyzer 8000 will launch only — and stay clear of doors and 5 acting suspicious. Subject was just court, which means it may be with the constitution," he said. in Clermont County sometime in windows, according to the looking at the ducks. released to defense attorneys on a Rudes agrees with Nesci and HUFFING AND PUFFING March, Ward said. University's tornado policy. case-by case basis and will remain said the current laws rob defen- Alfred Staubus, an independent "That's exactly what the pilot is lunior Ryan Glover said he 12:09 P.M. spent his tornado scare in Complainant reported an unknown undisclosed to the public. dants of a fair trial. forensic toxicologist who testifies for," he said." I 'm going to take this lames Nesci, a defense attorney "One of the things I think judges for both the defense and pros- one county at a time." 2007 at Campus Pollcycs and person(s) has attempted to break in the basement of a church into 204 Moseley Hall. out of'lucson, Ariz., said alcohol might find particularly repulsive ecution in criminal cases, has Clarcmont County Courts breath results have been sup- is that the president of CMI is say- been researching the Intoxilyzer Prosecutor Todd Stoffel is confi- on Thurstin Avenue. This 449 P.M. pressed as evidence in over 3(H) ing Buy our machine because H(XX) and said the device has been dent CMI is committed to provid- year he has a different plan. Complainant reported a purse was CM cases — operating a vehicle your supreme court won't let questioned primarily because of ing whatever information Ohio "If there is another tornado taken m McDonald East Hall. They while intoxicated — because CMI people challenge it,"' Rudes said. a new infrared light source that courts may need. this year, I'm going to chase -'led back and advised the refuses to release the Intoxilyzei "Basically the machine decides previous breath testing devices "With any new instrument it," Glover said. police where the purse was located. HIXKI's source code, claiming it's whether you're guilty or not, used by the state don't contain. or issue there certainly will be Whether Bowling Green vital to the company's interest thai not die judge or the jury. It's the The Intoxilyzer 8000 also uses a motions filed by the defense bar," will see a repeat of the 2007 it remains secret. CMI has also machine that decides whether or pulsing light that makes it diffi- he said. "I certainly anticipate that tornado that hit during finals SATURDAY. FEB. 28 offered a non-disclosure agree not you're guilty." cult to distinguish the difference occurring but I don't anticipate week, Albert said it's loo early between mcthanol and ethanol, any problems" to tell. 12:26 A.M. inent to Arizona defense attor- CRAMMING THE COURTS Daniel Skinner, of Avon. Ohio was neys, he said, but has not turned he said. Other Ohio counties may not "The timing was unfortu- cited for possession of marijuana over the source code in any of the Heddin, who estimated he Komlanc said it is important see the Intoxilyzer 8000 for 18 nate, but tornadoes don't . in 100 grams, willful and cases. sees nearly r>I>0 OVI cases in to understand that the Intoxilyzer months or longer, Ward said. look at calendars," he said. wanton disregard for public safety and traffic control device. Zachary Wickery. of Avon. Ohio, was cited for possession of marijuana less than '00 gran Obama nominee

11:39 A.M. Complainant reported his vehicle ley was stolen from the Student faces tax trouble, Recreation Center. SUNDAY. MARCH 1 owes back taxes 12:57 A.M. By Stephen Ohlemacher Ron Bowling Green Fire Department and Dave Ef po Kirk transported a female subject with The Associated Press possible alcohol poisoning to Wood Owes thousands County Hospital from the Delta of dollars in Zeta house. WASHINGTON — Another Obama administration nomi- back taxes 2:23 A.M. nee has tax troubles. This time, Complainant reported a dispute it's Ron Kirk, the president's with a male subject. Male was choice to be U.S. trade repre- min back taxes and interest on warned to have no further contact sentative. income he made while working with complainant or he would be Kirk owes an estimated for the International Monetary arrested for disorderly conduct. $10,000 in back taxes from earli- Fund. 3:05 A.M. er in the decade and has agreed Former Senate Majority Bowling Green Fire Department to pay them, the Senate Finance I.eader Tom Daschle then with- transported a female subject with Committee said yesterday. The drew as a nominee to become possible alcohol poisoning to Wood committee said the taxes arise Health and Human Services County Hospital from Ashley. from Kirk's handling of speaking after it was disclosed that he fees he donated to a scholarship failed to pay $128,000 in taxes. 4:54 P.M. fund that he set up at his alma Nancy Killefer, Obama's pick for Complainant reported she lost a mater, and for his deduction of chief performance officer, also mini purse on campus. the full cost of season tickets bowed out amid tax problems. 10:48 P.M. to the Dallas Mavericks profes- White House spokesman Ben Complainant reported a vehicle was sional basketball team. laBolt said Kirk was working driving recklessly and getting in a Kirk also agreed to make to clear up "a few minor issues" street sweepers way in a parking lot changes in his accounting of uncovered by the Senate com- on South Main Street. The driver charitable deductions, includ- mittee. LaBolt expressed confi- told officers he was learning to drive ing reducing the claimed value dence that Kirk would be con- a stick shift and would move over to of a donated television from finned by the Senate. ALAINABUZAS i THE BG NEWS $3,000 to $1,500. Finance Committee ONLINE: Go to bgnews.com for the CHANGE: Senator ol Minority Alfaits Starmistia Page proposes a resolution that shows support olchanging the name ol Minority Affairs The former Dallas mayor is Chairman Max Baucus, D- k complete blotter list Senator to Diversity Affairs Senator Sen. Page said she believes the change will bring a shift from a negative connotation to a positive con- the fourth nominee by President Mont., called Kirk "the right notation in the title of the position li.ir.uk Obama to run into tax person for this job" and said in problems. a statement he will try to have that if the position were to be If this Green Fee resolution A third of the Senate voted the nomination move through CORRECTION USG renamed, it wouldn't take place were to pass, a student commit- against Tim Geithner's confir- his panel quickly. From Page 2 until next term. tee would be formed to look into mation as treasury secretary Kirk agreed to file an amend- POLICY Another proposed resolution more ways in reducing energy on after it was disclosed that he ed tax return this week, accord- Pagc-Conyers reassured dealt with indicating student campus, had to pay more than $34,000 ing to Baucus' office. We want to correct all factual errors members in attendance that support for a $!i optional Green "It's time for students to take If you think an error has been made. this would not be the case. Pec at the University. responsibility to lower the call The BG News at 419-372-6966. "I only used the 105 black stu- If the resolution passes, stu- impact on the environment," dents case as precedence," Page dents would have the option to said lazmine Bennett, president The Facebook petition mentioned said. "I feel by calling it the either pay a S.r> fee that would of the Environmental Action Blagojevich signs book deal, n the campus brief on page 1 in Diversity Affairs Senator, |the support energy suslainability Group. i nday's issue of The BG News was posit ion I will be more inclusive' or opt out of it USG will vote on the Green ii* orrectly labelled. The correct title of the cultural organizations on "It would work just like the Fee resolution the week students reveals darker side of politics of the Facebook group is "Sign the campus." cut tent legal services fee," said come back from spring break. petition for a USG Referendum for It was brought to attention by At-I.arge Senator |oe Dinan, The last resolution proposed, By Don Babwin Ron oh Center issue." At-Ixirge Senator I.eo Almeida who authored of the resolution. but not voted on, included The Associated Press Blagojevich showing support for the Falcon First U.S. governor Marching Band and their need CHICAGO — Rod Blagojevich, for a place to practice. the first U.S. governor in more to be impeached in Technology Senator Brooke than 20 years to be removed more than 20 years Mott wrote the resolution out from office by impeachment, of concern of marching band signed a deal yesterday to 1045 N.Main 7B members who are worried where write a book "exposing the Iby federal authorities on cor- Bowling Green, Ohio they'll practice once ground for dark side of politics," his pub- ruption charges that include E the Stroh Center is broken. licist said. allegations he tried to sell 419-353-5800 "I would like to have this reso- Blagojevich signed a "six-fig- President Barack Obama's lution to make sure the band has ure" deal to write a book for vacant U.S. Senate seat. He Management Inc. www.meccabg.com a proper place to practice," Mott Phoenix Books, to be released denies any wrongdoing. said. in October, publicist Glenn The former governor will USG members will also vote on Selig said in a news release. write about his rise in poli- this resolution in two weeks. Selig said the former gov- tics, including his election to In closing remarks, some ernor "plans on exposing the Congress and his election and guests brought up their concerns dark side of politics that he re-election as governor, Selig with how USG meetings are run, witnessed in both the state said. The former governor also Student Housing specifically last week's heated and national level." promises to detail discussions Stroh Center Open Forum meet- Blagojevich "does not intend and other factors that ultimate- ing. to pull any punches and will ly led him — three weeks after "I think students should be able reveal information and pro- his arrest — to name Roland to speak at meetings without vide insights that will at times Burris to the Senate seat. being reprimanded," said loelle be embarrassing to himself as Blagojevich was the first gov- meccabg.com Ruby Ryan, a graduate student in well as to others," according to ernor removed from office in American Culture Studies. "Also, Selig's release. Illinois history and the first in make sure everyone has a chance Blagojevich was ousted in the U.S. since Arizona's Evan to voice their opinion." lanuary after his Dec. 9 arrest Mecham in 1988.

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9 am - 5 p.m. James Parlin Sculpture The Little Gallery

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6:30 - 8pm Dinner with a Doctor 228 Union

6:30 - 8p.m Native American Unity Council Weekly Meeting 1010 Business Administration

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8 p.m. ALAINABUZAS [HE 8G NEWS Bad Astronomy FUN WITH FISH: Seniors LaRiche Jones and Abby Crawson lake notes on different fish species in the Marine Lab during their Biology 108 class on Monday. Jones said she was exited to take notes on the "Nemo" fish. 112 Physical Sciences Lab Minnesota worries about FSU faculty group fights budget cuts By Falicit* Fallon A group of faculty members priorities right, and they're the FSView & Florida Flambeau at FSU active in the United ones that have to change their Faculty of Florida union came minds and do something about the future of financial aid With the budget cuts caused together several months ago this situation." said Daniel aby the national economic cri- to discuss the possibility of Vitkus. an associate professor sis, education and other public- taking action about this issue. in the English department and By Katharine Wolf* "We as a state have an obligation to make services have been hard hit. The coalition (hey formed. one of the founders of Fate of The Minnesota Daily The statistics facing public- Fate of the State, has orga- the State. sure what Congress sends the state gets schooling and Florida State nized a march to the Capitol The rally will assemble at II The stimulus-mandated University in particular are building as well as a teach-in a.m. in from of the Westcott increase in Pell grant dollars used for its intended purpose, which is alarming — in the coming year to take place today. The rally building on campus and will from a maximum of $4,731 to the university stands to lose 10 and teach-in aim to persuade march down College Avenue $5,550 per student every aca- need-based aid for students." to 15 percent of its budget com- the Florida legislature of the and Duval Street to reach the demic year by 2010, an increase pared to the 8 percent cut from importance of preserving the Capitol building, where they of more than $800, is not guar- Barb Schlaefer | MOHE spokeswoman the 2008-09 year. quality of higher education in will gather at the west entrance anteed to Minnesota students, The $35 million at stake Florida. lor the teach-in, which will take state education leaders said. always gotten, but I'm not sure Pell Grants are considered a will impact all aspects of the "Our goals are to impact place at 12:15 p.m. In addition In Minnesota, the federal if they will see any significant foundation of federal financial university, from class sizes to the legislature because they're to the rally, there will be a radio Pell grant, which is awarded to increase," said Sen. Claire aid, to which aid from other quality of faculty and grounds the ones who are making bad show on WVFS 89.7 FM from fi low-income students based on Robling, R-lordan, the Senate federal and nonfederal sources maintenance. decisions ami don't have their to T p.m. on Monday night. need, is linked to state grants, Higher F.ducation Committee's might beadded.accordingto the so when more money comes ranking minority member. U.S. Department of Education. into the state via Pell grants, The MOHE, which distributes The pairing of state aid with the the Legislature has historically state aid, however, assures stu- federal grant in Minnesota is an reduced the state grants. dents will at least see some of example of this. For instance, a year after the increase. Typically, the money saved Pell grant funds increased by "We as a state have an obli- from adjusting the state grant is almost $55 million in 2003, the gation to make sure what invested in other areas of higher state grant decreased by about Congress sends the state gets education, but the Minnesota $18 million and almost 3,000 used for its intended purpose, Senate's Higher Education Go to school fewer students received state which is need-based aid for stu- Committee members are wor- aid, according to a Minnesota dents," MOHE spokeswoman ried that the state's $5 billion Office of Higher Education doc- Barb Schlaefer said. budget deficit will mean the part time this ' ument. AttheUniversityofMinnesota, money could be used for other "If Istudents] are getting both the Pell grant program is the things, such as for health servic- the state and the Pell, they'll largest of the federal grant pro- es, where the state cuts are even summer and save keep getting what they've grams available to students. deeper than higher education's. Editor Applications Now being accepted by the University Board of Student Publications for the following positions: Save up to 15 % New fee structure for summer '09 helps BG News Editor students who want to take classes part time: Summer 2009 > Save money per enrolled credit hour BG News Editor > Complete additional coursework at a lower rate 2009-2010 Academic Year > Stay on track with degree program The Gavel Editor 2009-2010 Academic Year For summer class details visit summer.bgsu.edu The Key magazine Editor 2009-2010 Academic Year The Obsidian Editor 2009-2010 Academic Year

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Spring break more a time for stress to build than a time for rest

to use spring "break" as a chance to work endlessly on assignments due the following week, without having to deal with those pesky classes getting in the way of your constant and diligent work. Unfortunately, this catch- 22 is an inherent fact of college Contrary to its Intended purpose life, i-jther one has a horrid week of providing a much-needed rest, preceding spring break, or one I've realized spring hreak is one of is faced with many assignments the most stressful, disappointing due immediately after break. As a times of the year. result, it's possible one may need There's a good chance most peo- to spend their entire break prepar- ple will believe I'm crazy for saying ing for their classes for the second this, and I do not blame them for half of the semester. Of course, if doing so. However. I have my rea- you're like I am, you'll end up pro- sons for feeling so negatively about crastinating until the last possible this seemingly wonderful lime. minute to do that work, but still One may ask what there is to spend the week worrying about complain about—it's a week away what you're not doing from academic Another responsibilities. common It seems like a "I've realized spring issue is many complete win- schools differ- win situation, break is one of the most ing on when giving students they schedule one full week to stressful, disappointing spring break. MICHAEL WilGMAN THE 8G NEWS niin their care- Since it's only fully-adjusted times of the year." one week, sleep schedules if a friend at for those 8:30 a.m. classes. another school has break another Of course, that's assuming stu- week, it may be difficult to meet Substitute cargo trucks for cargo trains dents actually make the effort to up with them since the times off attend said classes, and don't make won't overlap a regular date with the snooze but- In comparison, even if summer By Amy Allen pollution from trucks is esti- free, but their environmental gas emissions by two-thirds. ton. 'Iliere's no need to deal with and winter breaks vary slightly, it's The Daily lllmi mated by the EPA to cause effect is significantly less than The Obama administration walking into class in freezing cold more likely time off will coincide 360,000 asthma attacks each that of trucks. Also, the fuel should do everything it can to and walking out of class into a at some point. So, even if you have If you were in New York and year and almost 6,000 cases of efficiency of trains has steadi- expand rail infrastructure and sweaty spring or summer atmo- a relatively stress-free break, it bad a parcel that had to be chronic bronchitis. ly improved over the past 20 remove subsidies in place for sphere. could lx' boring if your friends are delivered to Los Angeles, get- Yet, it remains much more years. In 2002, railways moved trucking. Road taxes paid by the The list of positives goes on. going through the same stressful ting in a truck and driving it likely that goods will cross the a ton of freight an average of industry do not fully account I lowevcr. for me. the build-up to motions at school that you were there would not be the first country by big rigs instead of over 400 miles per gallon of for the wear and tear to roads spring break is so stressful and the last week. solution to occur to you. Yet by rail. This comes as no sur- fuel, while the average truck resulting from trucks, and tax- break itself so short and still involv- • I don't mean to sound ungrate- this is how many of the goods prise to anyone who has ever moved a ton of freight only 59 payers must pick up the slack. ing so much work, that it's not as ful, because the fact I can collapse you use arrive in stores. Long- driven on an interstate. Trucks miles. The president has voiced his fun as it sounds in theory. on my couch Friday night with- distance trucks carry almost carried 62 percent of the value The fuel efficiency of trains is support for the expansion of Through past and present per- out having to immediately worry 200 million tons of goods in the and 28 percent of the weight an increase of over 60 percent passenger rail transport, but sonal experiences, the trend which about my responsibilities sounds United States every year. of the total freight transported since 1980, when trains moved so far, rail freight seems to be lends to occur is a large number very appealing to me. I'm just frus- That's a lot of offensive ges- in the United States in 2005, a ton of goods an average of the neglected step child of the of assignments are due the week trated because writing this column tures from drivers who are stuck while trains carried 15 percent 250 miles on a gallon of fuel. environmental movement. before spring break. It makes is a means to avoid my numerous behind them. But the costs of of the value and 21 percent Kail transportation is also more Getting stopped for a freight sense; students can finish a lot of academic responsibilities. Once 1 the motor carrier industry go of the weight. These statistics efficient than trucking in terms train is almost as annoying as their assignments before leaving finish writing this, I will not be far beyond road rage. reflect a difference in the goods of emissions. darting in and out of highway the banal college life behind for able to relax, and will instead feel Trucks account for just six typically transported by trucks An EPA study concluded that lanes to get around slow-mov- a week and professors can hypo- the guilt of not doing other assign- percent of the highway miles and rail. Still, rail transit could trucks emit three times more ing trucks belching out green thetically s|X'iid their week slaving ments. I'm simply bitter. driven in the United States, but carry a much higher propor- nitrogen oxide and particu- house gases, but the next time over countless numbers of exams I hope everyone can survive this they contribute to half of the tion of America's freight and lates per ton of goods per mile. you're stopped at a crossing, and papers. week and make it to Friday with- smog-causing air pollution. would reduce the environmen- Studies estimate that every ton roll down the window and However, the mere fact I have so out wanting to rip out their hair. The average 18-wheeler emits tal effect of transporting goods. mile that travels by rail instead enjoy the (comparatively) fresh many tasks to accomplish in the Everyone should enjoy the short as much nitrogen oxide and Trains are far from pollution of freight reduces greenhouse extremely short rime left before but sweet break, whether you are fine particulates as 150 pas- classes sus|iend is making me traveling to a faraway vacation senger cars. forget about the light at the end destination, staying at home relax- The EPA does not hold of the tunnel. I'm sure many can ing land maybe it'll be easier to trucks to fuel efficiency stan- relate with my situation: you want waste time on Facebook at home dards comparable to the CALLING ALL COLUMNISTS AND CARTOONISTS!!!! to throw your hands in the air and than it is on campusl or working ones for cars. Since the Motor forget about your assignments, but to get some money for a Dip later Carrier Deregulation Act of doing so would set you up for cer- in the year. 1980. many truckers are inde- Need a place to voice your opinions? The Forum tain failure. We've made it halfway tlirough pendent owner-operators and section is looking for more people like you to write Since spring break las well as fall the semester, and hopefully this could not afford to comply ;ind Ihanksgiving breaks) occurs break will give us the boost to fin- with regulations forcing them columns and illustrate for us. in the middle of a semester, it's ish the other half. to purchase new trucks. fairly short, and does not provide The rampant pollution a clean break from classes. Instead caused by trucks has serious Contact us at [email protected], of a stressful week before break, Respond to Marislm at consequences for human the other option is for professors llwiieivsPbgnews.com health. 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J ment's interest in keeping the The lustice Department MEXBdANDON I APPHO'O nation safe following the ter- 3 8 released nine legal opinions SECRETS: The Justice Department released a long-secret legal document from the Bush rorist attacks might justify war- 7 showing that, following the Sept. administration that claimed the military could search and seize terror suspects in the United rantless searches. II. 2001, terrorist attacks, the States without wanants. That memo did not spe- 7 9 4 2 3 Bushadministratirauleterniined cifically attempt to justify the that certain constitutional rights documents were released. "Not to make as much information government's warrantless wire- SUOOKO E S 9 Z V I 6 £ 8 would not apply during the com- only is that school of thought public as possible. tapping pn>gram. but it provided To play: Complete the grid Z L t S 8 6 £ f 9 ing fight. Within two weeks, gov- misguided, I fear that in actuality The legal memos written by part of the foundation. so that every row, column ernment lawyers were already it does more harm than good." the Bush administration's Office Yoo, now a professor at the » 8 6 E 9 i I S I discussing ways to wiretap U.S. The Obama administration of I.egal Counsel show a gov- University of California at Berkeley and every 3x3 box contains S 6 E 1 L 9 Z 8 t> conversations without warrants. also acknowledged in court doc- ernment grappling with how to School of Law, did not return mes- the digits 1 to 9There is no 9 Z t 6 S 8 L E I guessing or math involved. The Bush administration uments yesterday that the CIA wage war on terrorism in a fast- sages seeking comment 8 I L FEZ 9 6 S eventually abandoned many of destroyed 92 videos of involving changing world. The conclusion, The memos reflected a belief Just use logic to solve L 6 S 8 9 t the legal conclusions, but the terror suspects, including inter- reiterated in page after page of within the Bush administration ^ * Z documents themselves had been rogations — far more than had documents, was that the presi- that the president had broad L E 8 9 I t> 5 Z 6 closely held. By releasing them, been known. Congressional dent had broad authority to set powers that cou Id not be checked 6 9 S 8 Z t,V I L President Barack Obama con- Democrats and other critics aside constitutional rights. by Congress or the courts. That tinued a house-cleaning of the have charged that some of the Fourth Amendment protec- stance, in one form or another, previous administration's most harsh interrogation techniques tions against unwarranted search became the foundation for many contentious policies. amounted to torture, a conten- and seizure, for instance, did not polices: holding detainees at Create and solve your "Toooftenoverthepast decade, tion President George W. Bush apply in the United States as long Guantanamo Bay, eavesdrop- Sudoku puzzles for FREE. the fight against terrorism has and other Bush officials rejected. as the president was combatting ping on U.S. citizens without been viewed as a zero-sum battle The new administration terrorism, the Justice Department warrants, using tough new CIA with our civil liberties," Attorney pledged yesterday to begin turn- said in an Oct. 23,2001, memo. interrogation tactics and lock- General Eric Holder said in a ing over documents related to "First Amendment speech and ing U.S. citizens in military brigs PRIZESUDOKUCOH speech a few hours before the the videos to a federal judge and press rights may also be subordi- without charges. Stimulus bill vastly cuts cost for Bill proposed in Congress requires laid-off workers' health insurance government regulation of cigarettes By Erica Worrier "I believe most members of By Erica Werner The Associated Press The Associated Press Congress share my desire to pass WASHINGTON - With sup- WASHINGTON — Cassandra ). port from a president who's meaningful and truly effective tobacco Kelsey has tried to cut back on been trying to kick the habit all her expenses since losing her himself, lawmakers renewed legislation to reduce youth smoking." job in lanuary. But suffering from their efforts yesterday to degenerative arthritis, she can't do require government regulation Henry ■.'. without health care. of cigarettes. That's why the 55-year-old President Barack Obama has ingful and truly effective tobac- Institute and ,i deputj 11'\ District of Columbia resident was been an occasional smoker co legislation to reduce youth commissioner during the Bush excited when President Barack who acknowledged recently smoking." administration. Obama's economic stimulus bill that quitting hasn't been easy. Waxman plans to bring Sen. Edward Kenned) of included a provision to slash costs While in the Senate last year the bill to a vote tomorrow in Massachusetts, who chairs the for laid-off workers' health insur- he co-sponsored legislation that the Energy and Commerce Senate's health committee, ance. would have given the Food and Committee, which he chairs, plans to reintroduce a Senate And that's why she was dis- Drug Administration authority and said he was optimistic it version of the bill in coming tressed to learn that, because the to regulate cigarettes and other would become law during this weeks, Las) yeai his bill had 60 Obama administration has yet to tobacco products, to reduce the session of Congress. co-sponsors. Including Obama tell employers exactly how to make harm from smoking. Advocates applauded the — enough to overcome a lili the benefit work, it'll be weeks or The broadly popular legis- news. buster. Now there are even more months before she can claim it. lation passed the House last "Federal government over- Democrats in the Senate, prob- "I don't know how I'm going to summer but faced a veto threat sight is necessary to hold the ably increasing the likelihood of make it." Kelsey said. from then-President George W. industry accountable," said passage. At issue is a program known Bush and didn't get a vote in the Nancy Brown, head of the An earlier version of the bill as COBRA that allows workers to Senate. American Heart Association. passed the Senate in 200 1 keep their company's health insur- Rep. Henry Waxman. D-Calif, "We hope this will lead to swift While the legislation would ance plan for 18 months after they JACQUELVN MARTIN UP PHOTO who's fought for years for gov- congressional action." mil let the FDA outlaw tobacco leave their job, if they pay the pre- STRUGGLING: Cassandra Kelsey. 55. ol Washington, was recently laid oK from ernment regulation of tobacco Opponents of the legislation or nicotine, the agencj could miums her |ob with Verizon and is now struggling with being unemployed and uninsured. products, reinlroduced the bill contend the FDA is not up to demand the reduction or elimi The policies are so expeasive yesterday. the job. nation of cancer-causing chem- that only a minority of eligible 50 days to apply. Then they get the ance they need and notify poten- "Tobacco has never been, "I believe it's going to gut the icals In t'igaretle smoke. The bill workers sign up, and they are often reduced-cost premium for nine tially eligible ex-employees, most and should never be, a partisan agency's resources and distract would prohibit candy-flavored Uiosc wiili medical conditions months, workers will not be able to apply issue," Waxman said. "I believe it from its core mission." said cigars and cigarettes, and tliat demand attention. Costs for But it's not going to happen right for the new benefit. Many prob- most members of Congress Dr. Scon Gottlieb, policy expert would give the FDA authority a family of four can top $ 1,000 per away. ably will not know it exists. share my desire to pass mean- at the American Enterprise to ban menthol. month. Employers are waiting for "Too many people are still try- A $25 billion provision in the instructions from the Labor ing to figure this out," said Heath stimulus bill aims to cut COBRAs Department and the Internal Weems, director of human price tag, reducing its cost by 65 Revenue Service on how to put the resources policy at the National Check us out online at: percent for workers laid off as far program into place. Both agencies Association of Manufacturers, back as Sept. 1. put information online Thursday. an industrial trade association. www. bgviews.com The bill gives eligible workers Until employers get the guid- "There is a lot of confusion." 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By Andrew Harnar in the selection process. Tournament. Sports Editor But ideally, the team won't Miller did address one more even need the selection commit- "what IT scenario saying if his While UCONN remained a unan- tee. team were to go all the way to a imous No. I in the most recent "Hopefully we take all the dis- MAC Tournament finals without women's basketball AP poll, the cussion off the table if we can losing and then lose, the team No. 25 team was different. win the MAC Tournament," would still have a strong case It was Bowling Green. Miller said. for NCAA Tournament consid- The Falcons, who had been By winning the MAC eration. k M steadily increasing their vote Tournament, the Falcons receive "Then. I think we have a fight- total since the ninth week of the an automatic bid to the NCAA ing chance,'' Miller said. BASKETBALL season, broke into the top 25 after Tournament. Senior l.indsey Goldsberry, previously ranked No. 20 Kansas In the current ESPN who was on the team that Knight still listed as State lost a pair of games this Bracketology projections, the advanced to the Sweet 16, has week to unranked opponents, Falcons are ranked as a 12 seed been on ranked teams before game-to-game dropping them to No. 26. and would be playing Iowa State and understands it is only a Falcon forward Chris Knight While coach Curt Miller has in Duliith, Ga. on March 22. number. is still listed as game-to-game said in the past few weeks the And while others are mak- "Rankings are great, and ETHAN MAGOC i InEBGNiWS polls don't mean too much to ing their predictions, Miller according to coach Louis Orr. they're nice." she said. "But really LONG TIME COMING: The Falcons have done plenty of celebrating, after victories this him, he changed his tune to and his team are just focused you want to eventually win the Knight has been out since season, and the winning has paid off with a spot in the APs top 25. more about using the rankings on winning games and the MAC tournament." Feb. 18. when he left the Buffalo game early, and still hasn't come back to practice. The absence of Knight has greatly affected the Falcons' size depth and has pushed Brian Moten into the starting lineup. ONLINE The BG News Sports Blog Be sure to log on to The BG News Sports Blog for continued news and updates on your favorite Falcon teams. This week, we will be bringing you coverage of both basketball games from Miami as well as some MAC Tournament preview coverage. Also, be sure to visit over spring break as we will have coverage of the MAC Tournament and any news leading up to it bgviewsnetwork.com/sports

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Today in Sports History 1984-Peter Ueberroth elected baseball commis- sioner. 1968—Jean Beliveau becomes second NHL player to score 1.000 points. 1938-The American Bowling Congress has its SUPER SENIORS: Brian Moten. Dariyl Clements. Lindsey Goldsberry and Nate Miller (clockwise from top left) have helped BG basketball have an overall successful season thus far largest ever tournament with 24,765 competitors. With success from both the women's and men's team, BG is becoming 'Basketball U' 1875—The first ever hockey game is recorded in Montreal. By Jason Jones "When you combine their record with our record, we're "It's hard to believe it's the last week," senior Assistant Sports Editor Lindsey Goldsberry said. "The end is there one of the best [programs] in the MAC right now." but it hasn't gonen time yet." The List Both the women's and men's basketball The men's team is in a bit of a different It's time for fantasy baseball teams are coming off huge weekends. Curt Miller I Women's coach position. again. Today, we are listing The women clinched the Mid-American They're reeled off six straight wins in the Conference regular season crown while the school. ahead of themselves all season, but did conference, and if the regular season ended the top player's at key posi- men put themselves in position to do the The women have made the postseason. admit that by being ranked in the top 25. the today, they would be MAC regular season tions: same. Miller was sure to point out after Saturday's selection committee would be more likely champions The women now sit at 25-2 (14-0 MAC) victory over Kent State that his team had to give them a tournament birth even with- That's huge for the program because that 1. Starting pitcher: and the men sit at 17-11 (10-4 MAO. secured a spot in the NIT. out a MAC Tournament crown, or at least a would give them a postseason birth in the There's quite the debate "When you combine their record with our The big question surrounding the team, high seed with one. NIT for the first time in nine years. over who is the number one record, we're one of the best Iprograms] in however, is their chances of making the "As long as our name keeps floating out T thank God. and I'm so happy for their the MAC right now," women's coach Curt NCAA Tournament there, they're going to see it," Miller said. success." men's roach Iouis Orr said. pitcher, but many owners Miller said. "We're 'basketball U.'" "I still think that right now we're still on the Miller's bunch will travel to Miami tomor- have been jumping on the In fact the two team's records do com- outside looking in," Miller said. row night in search of a record 26th straight See SUCCESS | Page 8 Giants' Tim Lincecum. bine for the best win percentage of any MAC Miller has kept his team from getting win. 2. Outfield: Of all the power hitting outfielders, it's Grady Sizemore who gets our Search continues for missing players, boat nod. His complete five-tool approach to the game makes By Christine Aarmario and Milch Stacy him a fantasy stud. The Associated Press 3. Shortstop: Hanley Ramirez is expected to have a TAMPA — Coast Guard search- ers yesterday narrowed the breakout season full of home search area for two NFL players runs, hits, stolen bases and and a third man missing since anything else a fantasy owner a weekend fishing trip off the Florida Gulf Coast after crews could want. ENOCH WU | THE % NEWS rescued a fourth man clinging to 4. First base: There are NOT THE PROBLEM: The Falcon offense has sent its hitteis running around the bases their capsized boat. plenty of choices if you like this season, but the pitching has blown several late leads. Survivor Nick Schuyler, a for- mer University of South Florida home runs, but we're going player, told rescuers that the boat with the homer/average the four friends were aboard CHRIS O'MEMA AP PHOTO HOPING FOR THE BEST: Donald Nicholson, a friend of missing NFL player Marquis combo that Albert Pujols Louisville sweeps Falcons was anchored when it flipped Saturday evening in rough seas, Cooper, talks on a cell phone in St Petersburg. Fla yesterday. brings to the table. By Chris Sojka The Falcons, now 0-6 on the said Coast Guard Capt. Timothy 5. Third base: The sexy Reporter season, were swept by scores of M. Close. Since then, Schuyler, Oakland Raiders linebacker taken off a helicopter at Tampa 16-5,8-5 and 9-2 at )im Patterson who was wearing a life vest, had Marquis Cooper, who, along General Hospital and placed on a choice is Alex Rodriguez, but In last weekend's series, baseball Stadium. been hanging onto the boat with free-agent defensive line- stretcher. His father said his son our choice is David Wright coach Danny Schmitz said the In their three losses, the team found by a Coast Guard cutter man Corey Smith and former was in serious but stable condi- With all the controversy sur- 26th ranked Louisville Cardinals was outscored 32-13, but had 35 miles ofTClearwater. South Florida player William tion and that he "looks OK." rounding A-Rod, who knows simply executed better than Schuyler said the other three Bleakley, remained missing. the Falcons in all aspects of the See BASEBALL | Page 8 men got separated from the Schuyler was conscious but See BOAT | Page 8 how he'll perform? game. boat. 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Saturday. UL 8. BG: 5 BASEBALL The Falcons look an early Injured Tribe pitchers look to make '09 returns three-run lead in the second Fn 7 inning on one hit and an error. almost identical offensive num- BG's Dennis Vaughn led off Westbrook sets June return date bers as the Cardinals. BG had the third with a single. Everyone two fewer hits, hitting .327 with was safe after a sacrifice attempt GOODYEAR, Ariz. (AP) — lake move him to a five-inch mound five extra-base hits on the week- by Meisler, Ryan Schlater walked Westbrook has June 12 circled on and then to a standard 10-inch end, while Louisville hit .343 and the Falcons had the bases his calendar. mound with II extra-base hits. loaded with one out. That's the date, exactly one "You feel good about every step The Falcons had no trouble Vaughn scored on a wild pitch, year after the Cleveland Indians you take," he said. swinging the bats, but straggled Blanton bunted home Meisler pitcher had ligament transplant Though Westbrook, who has closing oul games in the late and Schlater scored on an error. surgery, thai he hopes to be back a 63-64 career record, wants to innings. In the Louisville eighth, they mi a major league mound. return by the anniversary date of "Our bullpen needs lo pick put the game away with four That's my goal,''he said bis surgery, he won't view it as a it up and we need to pick up runs and the Falcons were Pitching again in a major failure if he doesn't make It intensity," Schmitz said. "We unable to score the rest of the league game is what keeps "I'm not going to rush it," he had trouble scoring in the late game. Westbrook going as he endures a said. "I'd like to be back by that innings. l.ouisville scored in its last spring training that, for him, will date, but if it's late lune or early "There are numerous games three al-bats to come from last more than three months. Inly, that's OK. W hen I get back. I we've had the lead, but we've behind and beat BG. They Me reported lo the Indians' want to be back for good." MATT YORK I APPHC'O had a hard time closing out the scored six runs in their final new training complex on Ian. Westbrook said the elbow FASTTRACK: I C.nmoiw will be looting to go back to his 2007 form this season games." three al-bats lo erase a 5-3 lead the Falcons had. 25, about three weeks ahead of bothered him for a little more after an injury sideline him foi part of 2008. Friday:UL:16,BG:5 his teammates. While his team- than a year before he bad the Sophomore pitcher Matt mates are preparing for a season surgery, last season. Westbrook The Falcons jumped out lo Malewilz had a strong start for thai begins in about a month. made his first four starts, bin Back from 2008 hip injury, an early 1-0 lead in the top of BG going five innings, allow- Westbrook works by himself to strained a muscle in his side the first inning as a double by ing two hits and two unearned strengthen bis right arm so he and went on the disabled list on Carmona looks to shine for Tribe catcher Tyler Elkins and an RBI runs. He had three strikeouts i .in lace hitters again. \pril 22. He returned and started double by third baseman Derek and walked three on the day. Spencer put the team on the When the major leaguers on May 28 against the Chicago CtKinVPAR, Ariz. (API-The much different, lie walked a Sunday: UL 9, BG:2 break camp, Westbrook will White Sox, but finally had to shut weight ol I he Cleveland Indians' career-high eight baiters in 3 board. I main in Arizona and pitch in it down. He finished the season success in 2009 doesn't rest 1/3 innings in his second start. In the lop of the third inning, The Falcons loaded the bases minor league exhibition games 1-2 with a 3.12 ERA. entire!) on the right arm of His sinker, which had hitters outfielder T.|. Blanton led off in the second inning with one through the end of April. If all "It had been something I could Fausto Carmona, flailing the previous season, with a home run. After a walk out, but we were unable lo score. ji ies well, he then hopes to begin deal with," he said. "I was always However. If the pitcher has a dove oul of the strike zone loo and a bunl single, Elkins hit an Nol taking advantage of the .! rehabilitation assignment. able to get ready lor nn nexl repeat of last season when quickly. RBI single and Spencer followed opportunity cost them, as UL "Three months is a long time, Start, but it reached the point lie was injured for two months A strained left hip landed with a sacrifice fly, giving him scored two runs in the bottom bin it's something I have to do," last season when I wasn't able to and didn't pitch well even when Carmona on the disabled list his second RBI of Ihe game and of the inning, giving them an ! ,e said.' 'It's trust rating, I want lo do [ hat." healthy — don't look for the in late May. He tried to come a 4-0 lead. early 2-0 lead. be out there, but I know it's going Westbrook also had Indians to be a threat in the back from ihe injury in lune, Louisville cut the lead in half Trying lo make a comeback, in take lime. Hopefully down arthroscopic hip surgery on American I eague Central but the hip continued lo bother with two solo home runs in the Ihe Falcons had singles from the road I'll be able to help the Sept. 5 lo address another injury "He's as important as any one him and he didn't return to the bottom of the third and bottom Meisler and Brian Hangbers in team." that had been bothering him for player can be." general man- rotation until late Inly. He was of the fourth innings. Ihe fourth inning with one oul, Westbrook, 31. said he's been about a year. Recovering from ager Mark Shapiro said of the 3-5 with a 7.61 ERA in his last With momentum from the bill Clay Duncan grounded into encouraged by his progress. two operations didn't lead to 2.1 year old right-hander. nine starts. two home runs, UL look the a double play to end the inning. "I've had some soreness, which good times in the fall and win- I .iiiniin,!. throwing in the ThetumaroundinCarmona's lead when they got a run on a Louisville put the game away i- to be expected," he said. "It's ter. mid-90s with a devastating numbers was startling. He single, fly out and a passed ball. in their last at-bat when they not going to be pain-free. It's a "I our- or five-hour rehab days sinker, burst onto the scene in struck oul 137 and walked 61 in With two outs in Ihe inning, BG's scored five runs on a three RBI process I'm going to have to get are not fun," Westbrook said. 21107 with a 19-8 record and a 215 innings in 2007. List season starting pitcher Dusty Hawk singles and a two-run home used to." A healthy Westbrook would be 3.06 ERA in 32 starts, the sec- he struck out 58 and walked 70 gave up a home run, which run. Westbrook, who won 44 games a big boost to the Indians. \o. I ond lowest in theAL. in 120 2-3 innings. ended his day on the mound. Falcon pitchers hit five between 2004-2006, talked to starter Cliff Lee went 22-3 and In the first round of the ALCS So what happened? It might In that same inning, pitcher Louisville batters in the game other pitchers who have gone won the Cy Young Award last playoffs, he subdued the \'cw be part of the maturation pro- Ross Gerdeman gave up a home and have now hit 18 batters thus through the ligament surgery, season, hut the rotation is full of York Yankees while fighting off cess of a young player trying to run, giving Louisville a 5-4 lead. far in six games. including current teammate questions alter Lee. Cleveland is a bombardment oftiny bugs off master a difficult game. After a walk, a couple hits The Falcons were supposed Carl I'avano and former Indian counting on I'austo Carmona to Like Erie that stuck to his face. "If il was thai easy, everybody and an error in the lop of the to lake the field today at Dayton, Paul Byrd. regain his2007 form. I'avano. the While it would have been a would just have a good season sixth, the Falcons added two hut due lo the cold weather, the "It's been good feedback for No. 3 starter, won nine games in lot to ask of a young pitcher year after year," manager Eric- more runs, giving them the lead game was canceled. me," he said. "They've told me four years as a free agent bust to duplicate that performance, Wedge said. again. The team leaves on Friday for some of the things to watch out for the Yankees. Anthony Reyes no could have anticipated the While the regular season Louisville put the game out of Winter Haven, Fla., where they lor. I've heard a lot of things, but is slated to be the fourth stancr. complete reversal Carmona's is still over a month away, reach with four runs in the bot- will play eight games in eight people say you don't really come but was shut down in September 2008 season became. His final Carmona appears to have tom of the seventh inning and days. back to where you were before because of a sore elbow. numbers — an 8-7 record vvilh regained his confidence. six runs in Ihe eighth. "It will be nice to get outside for I 1/2 to two years." Jeremy Sowers, Aaron Laffey, a 5.44 l:RA — only tell part of "You can see the difference in Junior Logan Meisler, who hit and gel ihe reps in," Schmitz Westbrook threw off a flat Zach lackson, Scon Lewis and the story. him," catcher Victor Martinez .583 in the series (7-for-12| led said. "We need to start playing mound from 60 feet

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PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Just five years ago, Port St. Elide was to plummet America's fastest-growing large city. Then the foreclosure crisis ByTimParadii slammed it like a hurricane. The Associated Press Today it sitsinone of the hard- est-hit counties in the nation. NEWYOHK—Arelentlcss sell- CHUCK BURTON I AP PHOTO Thousands of houses are empty off in the stock market yester- FACING: Lisa Pagan is shown with her husband Travis, right., and her children Elizabeth. or unfinished. Neighborhoods day blew through barriers that 4. and Eric, 3. at their home in Davidson, N.C. Friday. Feb. 27 Alter spending mete than a are littered with for-sale and would have been unthinkable year fighting her recall to active duty, the mother of two has to decide by March 1 whether to foreclosure signs and over- just weeks ago, and investors deploy to Iraq and abandon bet family - a move that would create financial chaos - or refuse grown, neglected yards. Break- J PAT CARTER warned there was no reason to go and possibly face charges , ins are on the rise. DOING WHAT IS BEST: St. Lucie County Commissioner Doug Coward discusses a to believe buyers will return But one politician believes he proposal he is launching to use $175 million in county emergency funds :o restart the local anytime soon. has a unique solution: Declare economy. F(tday. Feb 20. in a park in Port St. Lucie. Fla The Dow (ones industrial St. iAicie County a disaster area average plummeted below Mom struggles to as if it had been hit by, well, a said. ing the emergency fund refer 7,000 at the opening bell and hurricane. During Port St. Lucie's boom, to manmade as well as natural kept driving lower all day. "This is a manmade disas- houses sprang up by the thou- disasters, and that the county finishing at 6.763 — a loss ter," County Commissioner sands as young and old Hocked attorney believes the idea is legal. of nearly 300 points. Each of balance Army, family Doug Coward acknowledged. to the area, lured by affordable He said the money could go the 30 stocks in the index lost But lie said that is why "we've prices, open space and a bit of a toward new roads, a courthouse value for the day. got to do something. Clearly, slower lifestyle. By Martha Waggoner expansion, utility improvements And the Standard & Poor's a uniform, undergoing medical the economic crisis of the Port St. Lucie — the spring- and other projects. 500 stock index, a much The Associated Press and dental screenings and fill- country far exceeds the ability training home of the New York Among those who could broader measure of the mar- ing out paperwork like any other of local governments to solve Mets, situated inland from the benefit are Bonnie Bigger. 60. ket's health, dipped below the RALEIGH, N.C. — The North soldier it, but we're trying be a part of more expensive Atlantic Coast and her 29-year-old son, lason. psychologically important 700 Carolina mother who reported "As far as her disposition, right the solution." along Florida's Turnpike, about Their lender began foreclosure level before closing just above forArmyduty with her two young now the case is being reviewed The declaration would allow 100 miles north of Miami — proceedings against them last it. It hadn't traded below 700 children will be discharged from by the chain of command," the county to suspend the nearly doubled in population week for falling S4.500 behind since October 1996. the military, her attorney said Purtiman said. "Specific actions usual bidding process for shov- from 88,000 in 2000 to 151.000 on their $776-a-month mort- Investors were worried yesterday. the chain of command are con- el-ready projects so that local in 2007. Three biotechnol- gage payments on a condo they a new about the stability of the Attorney Mark Waple of sidering will not be discussed contractors would get the jobs. ogy institutions opened in the have been living in since 1984. financial system after insurer Eayctteville said it wasn't yet because that would violate her It would also enahle govern- county. She retired a year ago from America n International Group clear if Lisa Pagan would receive privacy rights." ment officials to use some of But then the foreclosure her job as a 411 operator, but posted a staggering S62 bil- an honorable discharge or a gen- Pagan was recalled to the the money in a $17.5 million crisis struck and the econo- Social Security and disability lion loss lor the fourth quarter, eral discharge under honorable Army four years after being county fund usually reserved my went south. Many people payments just aren't cutting it, the biggest in U.S. corporate conditions. It also wasn't certain released from active duty, for natural disasters. soon realized they had bought and she has had trouble find- history — and accepted an when she would be discharged. which is allowed under the The projects could, in turn, more house than they could ing part-time work. Her son, expanded bailout from the The reason for the discharge military's "individual ready put some residents back to afford. who works in construction, just government. will be that she doesn't have, and reserve" program. But she says work, helping them pay their The county had more than had his hours cut back by 40 a But beyond daily headlines, cannot have, an adequate family she had no one to care for her mortgages and stave off fore- 10,000 foreclosures last year, month. Wall Street seems to have care for her two young children, children. closure. up from 4,165 the year before. "We're hurting," he said. given up the search for a rea- he said. Soldiers can appeal, and Other politicians fear a disas- Unemployment stands at 10.5 But Port St. Lucie Mayor son to believe that the worst "There is definitely some feel- some have won permission to ter declaration could scare off percent, more than double Patricia Christensen warned is over and the time is ripe to ing of relief, especially since she remain in civilian life. Pagan investors and drive down the three years ago. that labeling the county a disas- buy again. has been led to believe that the filed several appeals, arguing county's credit rating, which The newly out-of-work have ter area could have a devastat- "As bad as things are, they command at Fort Benning is that because her husband trav- would make it more expensive been showing up in large ing effect. She said that after can still get worse, and get a going to do everything to expe- els for business, no one else can to borrow money. But the idea numbers at St. Lucie Catholic word of the idea got out, the lot worse," said Bill Strazzullo, dite this so she can return to take care of her kids. Her appeals has appeal among many hom- Church, where free dinners are city's New York bond issuer chief market strategist for Bell Charlotte. North Carolina, with were rejected. eowners, particularly those in served every Thursday night. called to check on whether it Curve Trading, who said he her children," Waple said of So she reported for duty the construction trades, which The church began serving was on the brink of ruin. believes the Dow might fall to Pagan's reaction to the decision. yesterday at Fort Benning, are seeing unemployment rates meals to about 35 people a year "I understand what the coun- 5,000 and the S&P to 500. She has received no time line Ga., with her children, 5-year- of up to 40 percent. ago. last week, there were 175. ty is trying to do," Christensen The Dow's descent has been "except they are trying to pro- old Elizabeth and 3-year-old lacqueline Byers, research "We even give them a little said, "But we're starting to breathtaking. It look only 14 cess it as quickly as possible," Eric. director for the National bag to take home to try to help see improvements in our city. trading sessions for the aver- he said. Earlier yesterday, Fort Association of Counties, said them through the week," said The real estate market is turn- age to fall from above 8.000 to He advised Pagan against Benning spokesman Bob she knows of no other U.S. volunteer Karen Cuevas. "But ing around, and although the below 7,000. I or the year, the talking to reporters until after Purtiman said Pagan reported county that is contemplating we can't give out too much homes aren't selling for the high Dow has lost 23 percent of its the discharge is official. to the Army post's mobilization such a move. because we're not getting as prices that they were a few years value. Fort Benning spokesman Bob center that prepares individual "Everybody is kind of foun- much in." ago. they are starting to sell." Its last close below 7,000 was Purtiman could not confirm soldiers to plug into Army units dering around. Counties are Coward, who hopes to put The idea may or may not May 1. 1997 — a time when yesterday whether Pagan's com- already overseas or those train- looking for ways to address the disaster-declaration idea to help folks like the Derek and the market was barreling to manders were discharging her. their shortfalls. This might be a commission vote within a few one record high after another He said she was being issued See MOM | Page 10 an innovative way to do it," she weeks, said that the laws regard- See DISASTER | Page 10 because of the boom in tech- nology stocks, but often suf- fered big drops as investors worried about inflation and Protestors push greenhouse gas legislation Governor's use of e-mail scrutinized rising interest rates. This time around. Wall By Brian Wastlay Schneider, a Capitol Police By Henry C. Jackson public officials from using pub- Street analysts seem to believe The Associated Press spokeswoman. The Associated Press lic e-mail accounts for political that a stock market recov- Despite attempts by lawmak- or personal purposes. ery will first require signs of WASHINGTON — Several ers to clean up the power plant DES MOINES. Iowa — In his But public records advocates health among financial com- thousand demonstrators yes- in southeast Washington, it still first two years in office, Iowa had scoffed at their claims. panies, and yesterday those terday urged Congress to pass burns coal and accounts for a Gov. Chet Culver rarely used "Why doesn't the governor signs seemed further away legislation to reduce green- third of the legislative branch's his state e-mail account, relying just use his state e-mail account than ever. house gases, and they targeted greenhouse gas emissions. instead on a private server and for government matters and his AIG. whose reach is so vast the government's own Capitol "We need to move rapid- computer in what freedom-of- private account for personal that the government warns power plant as a symbol of the ly for a clean energy future." information advocates decried and family matters and err on letting it fail would cripple the problem. said Charlie Garlow, of Silver as an effort to skirt public the side of disclosure?" asked very world financial system, An enthusiastic crowd of Spring, Md., who was dressed records laws. Herb Strentz, a retired profes- will get another S30 billion in mostly young people marched as a smokestack. Asked about But after The Associated sor at Drake University in Des loans on lop of the $150 bil- from a park near the Capitol what he hoped the rally would Press began questioning Culver Moines who studies public lion already invested by the to the small power plant sev- accomplish, he replied, "We aides about the matter, the gov- records issues. government. eral blocks away, chanting "We want to make sure a good bill ernor changed his policy and Weeks after The Associated HSBC PLC. Europe's larg don't want the world to boil, no gets passed, not a watered has begun using his state e-mail Press began questioning the est bank by market value. coal, no oil!" down one." JACQUElrH MARTIN I AP PHOTO account for public business. governor's office about his e- said it needs to raise about Some demonstrators peace- Ahjani Yepa-Sprague, an PROTEST: Robbie Reaves. 22. left, and Culver aides had said the gov- mail habits, spokesman Troy SIS billion, reported a 70 per- fully stood in front of the power American Indian who lives in Dominique Piccino. 25. both of Chico. Calif, ernor and Lt. Gov. Patty fudge Price said yesterday that Culver cent drop in earnings for last plant's gated entrances while Michigan, said coal is destroy march by the Capitol building during an envi- used private e-mail accounts had begun to use his state e- year, and announced plans to police stood by. There were ronmental rally on the Capitol Power Plant in and computers to ensure they no arrests, said Sgt. Kimberly See COAL | Page 10 Washington, on Monday. March 2. didn't violate state laws banning See E-MAIL Page 10 See WALL ST. | Page 10

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The couple The group met about a Majority Leader Harry Reid a record of their communica- lem for the financial firms is "individual ready reserve" sta- have lived in their modest, dozen counter-demonstra- who last week called lor con- tions on slate business, and at the bad bets they made on tus, meaning they have time left single-story stucco home for tors who held signs reading: verting the plant entirely the same time ensured that no mortgages and mortgage- on their original enlistment con- four years, and admit they "Our economy runs on coal." to natural gas in a letter to public resources were being used backed securities, now the tracts and can be recalled at any got in over their heads with The counter-demonstrators the Architect of the Capitol, for either private or personal pur- recession is exacerbating their time. the $209,000 purchase. They argued that coal is affordable which oversees the mainte- poses," Price said in a statement. problems, forcing job cuts. Master Sgt. 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=-* t WWW.BGVIEWS.COM ODD NEWS Tuesday. March 5 2009 11 People Club aims to cut the The Daily Crossword Fix QdoV paid girl #@!& out of their speech brought to you by 1 Dashboard Info By John Rogers 2 Can or cup ending? "Its not about 3 U.S. voter scouts with The Associated Press 4 One hundred: pref. forcing anyone to 5 Stick LOS ANGELES — Pay no 6 Used to be 7 Math subj. attention to that eerie silence stop, just to bring 8 Lunges toward counterfeit in the nation's most populous 9 Twisting turn COUIIty this week; it will sim- awareness." 10 Leaves in a rush ply be the sound of 10 million 11 Location of Southern Miss McKay Hatch | Student 12 "Toys in the _" cash people not cussing. 13 Meat cut 49 " Cannonball" At least that's the result 18 Adversary 51 Abridged version BRBMERTON, Wash. (AP) — McKay Hatch is hoping for swearing. Hatch's hometown 21 Cubic meter 53 Hopper of gossip 22 "The Jetsons" dog 54 McCowen and Police in Washington stale say once his campaign to clear of South Pasadena declared 23 Eating utensi Guinness they've captured three people the air is recognized by the itself a cuss-free zone for a 24 Sharp-featured visage 55 Fracas who bought Girl Scout cookies Los Angeles County Board of week last March, and two 26 Religious deg. 57 Backs of necks with counterfeit $20 bills. Supervisors. years ago a high school in 29 Theol. sch. 60 Future D.A.'s exam 32 Minute trace 62 Possesses Troop40411 leader KCGettings Today, the board is sched- Canada threatened to sus- 34 Altar constellation 63 987-65-4321 grp. says she went to a bank Saturday uled to issue a proclama- pend repeat cussers. 36 Biblical peak 64 Sturm Drang to gel change and was told she tion by Supervisor Michael Hatch has lofty goals. 37 Safecrackers 60 You. to Yves had two counterfeit $20 bills. Antonovich making the first "Next year I want to try to get 39 Poet Nash 41 Recipe meas. She says she found an addi- week in March No Cussing California to have a cuss-free ACROSS 44 90 degrees from vert. tional $60 worth of fake bills in Week. week. And then, who knows, 46 Yep the cookie receipts for a total loss That would mean no blue maybe worldwide," said the 1 Chocolate coffee 45 Tempe sch. of $100. language from the Mojave 10th grader, who believes if 6 Pay figure 47 Chmawood oil Police say the counterfeiters desert, where it gets hot as people treat each other with 10 Cartoonist Addams 48 Fund a fellowship 14 Wielded 50 Grad. degree also were using fake bills to make $&...? in the summer, to the more civility they can better 15 Aphrodite's boy 52 Wornout piece of cloth purchases at stores all over Kitsap Pacific Ocean, where on a work together to solve bigger 16 Strip of a lattice 53 Carolina cape County, west of Seattle. winter's day it can get colder problems. 17 Fish farms 56 Martina of tennis ANSWERS Three people were in cus- and nastier than ...%$?! He said his campaign 19 Blues great James 58 Pixiehke tody yesterday and police say 20 Doctnnes 59 Caspian sturgeon Not that 15-year-old Hatch began to form about the time 21 Glossy fabric 61 Settlement V S V I Q i i - a HI - 3 there's probable cause to arresl expects complete compli- he hit seventh grade when he 22 Off the boat 62 Female pharaoh 0 N s 3 8 t; I« ■ 1 - ■ 1 3 H *!.