Video: Appalachia, where gov't mandates quiet
If you're the sort of person who gets tired of incessant cell phone chatter and texting, there is a place for you: The National Radio Quiet Zone in Appalachia - 13,000 sq. miles where cell phones and WiFi are strictly forbidden, to prevent interference for radio telescopes. Correspondent Richard Schlesinger reports on this haven of quiet.
Jackie Chan to retire as action star
At Cannes says because of physical toll taken by stunts his latest action movie, "Chinese Zodiac," will be his last
"FTN" Flashback: Muhammad Ali and '76 race
Muhammad Ali remains one of the very few to appear on Face the Nation who admitted upfront they didn't know enough about something to be taken seriously.
Should you be allowed to trademark your baby's name?
Sports
Aggies' Season Ends with 2-1 Loss to LSU
A pair of unearned runs in the fourth inning pushed LSU past Texas A&M 2-1 in the NCAA College Station Regional championship Sunday afternoon.
A&M Moves into Regional Title Game
Five home runs and a strong relief outing by Lauren Ainsley lifted Texas A&M into the regional championship game with a 7-4 win over Texas State Saturday night. The Aggies will face LSU at 1 p.m. Sunday.
Mengden?s Heroics Help Aggies Finish Sweep of OSU
Daniel Mengden's three-run, pinch hit home run in the top of the ninth capped a come-from-behind win for the Aggies Saturday afternoon as they defeated No. 22 Oklahoma State 5-4.
Aggies Punch Ticket to Nationals
The Texas A&M men's golf team earned its fifth straight trip to the NCAA Championships with a second-place finish on Saturday afternoon at the NCAA Bowling Green Regional.
Subaru of Georgetown
Saturday and Sunday, May 19 & 20, 2012
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Subaru of Georgetown presents the Georgetown Grand, a Texas State Criterium Championship festival in the beautiful city of Georgetown on May 19 and 20. The focus is a high speed bicycle race in which registered racers will compete for $30,000 and will race at speeds of 40 mph. If intense cycling isn't for you, The Grand Tour is a non-competitive, recreational ride for a distance of your choice. For more information on registration, click here. Beyond racing, the 2012 Georgetown Grand will support the Caring Place and includes free live music, professional sports, tailgating, concessions, a beer garden, an expo, kid's races and a community lap. Bring the kids out for food, fun and enjoy the Texas weather by bike!
To honor those those who have fallen while serving their Country, the Capital of Texas Triathlon will hold the Wounded Warrior Dinner will be held on Saturday, May 26 at the Downtown Hyatt. The Dinner will feature two "stories to and from our heroes" speakers and flags on display over Memorial Day weekend will honor the soldiers who have lost their lives while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more info, click here.
Loyal Valley Volunteer Fire Dept.
1st Annual Gun and Crafts Show
June 30- July 1
US Hwy 87S, Mason, Texas
$5/person, Kids under 10 FREE!
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO LVVFD. There’s something for everyone. Come show your support. For more information or to reserve your vendor table contact:LVVFD 325-347-7088 or John Byerley 325-347-7022
$35 per 6ft. table. 100 tables available. Setup 2:00pm Friday 29th. Payment for table due by June 1, 2012. Tables are limited. Reserve yours today!
