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Arrest warrants out for two Tarleton basketball players
May 09, 2012
Tarleton police have obtained arrest warrants for two basketball players suspected of burglarizing apartment in a series of Spring Break crimes.
Tarleton choral director reflects as he moves forward
May 09, 2012
Before Dr. Charles Rives final Tarleton campus performance on May 5 as choir director, the day before this concert Dr. Rives and I talked about his time at Tarleton and the future.
FIRE Ranks Tarleton’s Free Speech Policies
May 09, 2012
Tarleton State University has received a red light rating from a national individual rights organization for its policies on tolerance, respect and civility.
New Talent Joins Tarleton’s Volleyball Team
May 01, 2012
It is always a very excited and yet stressful time when recruits start looking for a new home they call college. Coaches scramble for the best, most versatile players they can possibly find.
LGBT support at Tarleton
April 30, 2012
Programs promoting general tolerance of all minority students may not be enough for the LGBT community at Tarleton, according to some. LGBT is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered.
Actual Cost of Larry Joe Taylor
April 30, 2012
“If you haven’t heard of the Larry Joe Taylor Fest...you ain’t met my Texas yet” sings Pat Green in his and Josh Abbott’s song “My Texas.” The Annual Larry Joe Taylor Festival is held in April at Melody Mountain Ranch outside of Stephenville and is one of the biggest music festivals in Texas.
Actual Cost of Larry Joe Taylor
April 30, 2012
“If you haven’t heard of the Larry Joe Taylor Fest...you ain’t met my Texas yet” sings Pat Green in his and Josh Abbott’s song “My Texas.” The Annual Larry Joe Taylor Festival is held in April at Melody Mountain Ranch outside of Stephenville and is one of the biggest music festivals in Texas.
Tarleton RAD classes, empowering women
April 27, 2012
The spring edition of the Rape Aggression Defense, RAD, classes just wrapped Wednesday and the women left the class laughing, talking, and most importantly, feeling empowered.
Freshmen in for changes at Duck Camp, orientation
April 24, 2012
First year students at Tarleton State University will be offered more direct attention, more camps and a week to adjust to college life in the new Summer Transition Programs.
Students win Tarleton's 7th annual film festival
April 23, 2012
Tarleton Communications students Mike Daniels and Raphael Sanchez took home the grand prize at last night’s seventh annual Purple and White Film Festival.
How safe is your neighborhood?
April 11, 2012
The new map includes crimes reported to Stephenville police in 2010 as well as the 2009 information included in the original map posted earlier this year.
Foul play sends opposing teams home
April 05, 2012
When the home team is behind, even the best fans could use a little help. Enter the spirit band. Tarleton has a spirit band, Foul Play, for basketball exclusively.
New Panhellenic Sorority Coming Soon
April 04, 2012
New Panhellenic Sorority Coming Soon. Panhellenic Council decides to bring new sorority to campus
America is on a fast track to cleanse
April 04, 2012
A nationwide cleanse is beginning in Stephenville on April 9 that hopes to have accumulated one million people in a year’s time.
Big Deadlines Today for Tarleton State University Graduate Students
April 02, 2012
Tarleton State University graduate students have a big deadline to meet today, their April 2 thesis/dissertation defense.
Chris Kyle: The Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History
March 29, 2012
A former Tarleton student who became the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history is now urging Americans in a New York Times best-seller to show “random acts of kindness“ for U.S. troops.
Volleyball coaches searching for new recruits
March 26, 2012
After a very successful season last fall, the Texanns are looking forward to another promising year. With 10 women going through workout right now, the team is getting off to a good start.
Tarleton hosts 40th Annual FFA Invitational
March 26, 2012
Tarleton State University was covered by more than 7,000 high school students Thursday at the 40th annual FFA Invitational Career Development Event Judging Contest. More than 400 schools from across the state came to compete and take home awards.
Police: Child hurt by knife, mother detained
March 26, 2012
A Dallas woman is in custody after police found her 1-year-old child injured by a knife.
TexAnns keep swinging toward conference crown
March 22, 2012
The Tarleton TexAnn softball team (23-9) is prepared to continue on with its successful start throughout conference play.
Texas Farm Women
March 20, 2012
A historian walked listeners through the day- to- day life of Texas farm women in a presentation on March 7.
Fuzzy's taco shop opening in Stephenville
March 20, 2012
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop can soon be added to Stephenville’s restaurant list when it opens this Thursday.
SGA fights for students' printing rights
March 08, 2012
At Wednesday’s SGA house meeting, the first topic of discussion was voting on a campus printing resolution the members of the senate would present to administration.
Texan Football Holds Annual Weight Lifting Showcase
March 06, 2012
The football program held its annual Night of Champions weight lifting showcase at Wisdom Gym Monday evening. The event gives the public a chance to see the team’s strength training routine and sneak peek into the upcoming season.
Tarleton Rodeo Team rides for glory in purple
March 02, 2012
They work hard, they desire to win and they’re proud to represent Tarleton State University. The Tarleton Rodeo Team will have its first rodeo this semester at Weatherford College Thursday through Saturday.
Tarleton Crime Score Card 2011
March 01, 2012
This score card categorizes how crime is reported and published on campus and if Tarleton is hitting the marks on reporting offenses and Clery compliance.
Campus Crime Still Doesn't Match Clery Report
March 01, 2012
Tarleton State University is cleaning up its act with its disclosure of campus crime through the Clery Act, but all the numbers are still not adding up.
Texan News Live Blogging
February 28, 2012
Check out live blogging, video feeds, photographs and comments from our news team reporting live as news happens
Heroic Acts: Freshman credits two seniors with saving her life.
February 22, 2012
An accident late last fall could have ended Tarleton freshman Olvia LeVoy’s life. But thanks to two seniors she calls her “guardian angels,” LeVoy is back on campus.
Is Tarleton State Safe?
February 15, 2012
Tarleton State University has made improvements to campus security over the years, but does the Tarleton community think its campus is safe?
Campus reacts to increased speed limits
February 13, 2012
With speed limits increasing to 75 mph for some Texas highways, Tarleton members weighed in on changes in their driving habits and commute times.
Ranch Rodeo at Tarleton
February 07, 2012
Equine Center was abuzz Saturday night when the Horseman’s Association hosted its second annual Ranch Rodeo competition. At least a hundred or more people were in the stands rooting for their favorite teams. Teams were timed on how fast they could pen, load, doctor, mug a cow, and then get back to base in less than seven minutes.
Texan Football Releases Names, Stats, and Highlights of New Recruits
February 06, 2012
Tarleton’s coaching staff seemed eager to announce the names of the recruits they signed for the 2012-2013 football season at this year’s Signing Day Sp
Campus Liquor Violations Spiked in 2010
February 01, 2012
The Tarleton State University’s annual security report on crime statistics from 2010 shows a significant increase in liquor law violations.
Curious About Crime On And Off Campus?
January 31, 2012
Check out two new interactive maps from the Texan News Service – one detailing crimes reported to the Tarleton State University police and the other showing crimes reported to Stephenville police.
Renowned pianist Cecile Licad to perform at Tarleton
January 26, 2012
Internationally acclaimed classical pianist Cecile Licad will perform a guest recital at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3, in the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center theatre as part of the Department of Fine Arts' annual piano festival.
USDA says it will close 259 offices to save $150M
January 09, 2012
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will close 259 domestic offices, labs and other facilities as part of an effort to save $150 million per year, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Monday.
Texas APSE Class 3A all-state football team
December 13, 2011
The 2011 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 3A all-state high school football team, released Tuesday.
Tarleton’s Live Green, Bleed Purple Recycling
December 06, 2011
Tarleton’s Live Green, Bleed Purple recycling campaign is making a ton of difference.
Tarleton Students Cram for Tests in Crowded Dorms
December 06, 2011
Tarleton students are used to cramming as final exams approach.But for a small group of Tarleton freshman, cramming has been a way of life all semester.
Lunch and Learn: Fitness and Alcohol Don’t Mix
November 22, 2011
About 15 students attended a Lunch and Learn presentation on the effects of alcohol on fitness Wednesday. Nov 16.
Diversity Week 2011
November 09, 2011
This week, Tarleton State University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion is hosting Diversity Week for the second consecutive year. And if successful, the office plans to make the event an annual occasion.
Tarleton's Freshman Class Count Breaks Records... Again.
November 03, 2011
By Julie Gutierrez - Tarleton State University has broken the record for the largest incoming freshmen class in the university’s history – again.
Tarleton's bonfire tradition to continue in Stephenville City Park
October 26, 2011
Tarleton State University’s longstanding Homecoming tradition of holding a Friday night bonfire will continue this year. However, due to extreme drought conditions the celebration has found a new, temporary home in Stephenville City Park.
Adopt-A-County Road Program for Erath County
October 24, 2011
Commissioners approved an Adopt- A-Road program for Erath County this morning at the commissioner court meeting. Modeled after the Adopt-a-Highway program, this initiative aims to keep county roadsides clean.
Tarleton Breaks Pig Sale Records
September 28, 2011
Tarleton’s 19th Annual Erath County Show Pig Sale raised more than $17,000 for the university’s agriculture college.
Mission Trip
April 04, 2010
A Spring Break mission trip to New Orleans left a lasting impact on one hundred Tarleton students.
Bookstores advise students: protect your books from theft
May 10, 2012
The value of the humble college textbook has multiplied, along with the costs of tuition and fees, creating a new dimension to campus crime. In light of recent textbook thefts, Tarleton students are keeping a more watchful eye on their book bags and backpacks.
Tarleton communication students honored at student media awards
May 10, 2012
Tarleton Communications students were honored last week at the first annual Student Media Awards. Awards were given to communications majors and minors as well as DJ's and staff members of Tarleton's student radio station, 100.7 FM.
Students Share Quirky Methods to Prepare For Finals
May 09, 2012
Throughout college students discover methods to study that can sometimes be out of the ordinary. While walking through the library I asked a table of students what they have discovered about their study habits while in college.
Track profile: Lauren Finley
April 27, 2012
Lauren Finley is adjusting well to life as a part of the Tarleton women’s track team. The freshman distance runner is enjoying the group’s success in her first year with the team.
String of Pearls: A Review
April 25, 2012
In one way or another, every piece of jewelry tells a story. Such is the case with a special pearl necklace. String of Pearls, Michele Lowe’s play, shares the stories of the 27 different characters portrayed by Kaylee Carlile, Allie Bird, Bee Blackmon, and KayLee Grant that come in contact with the true main character of the play, the necklace.
Which is more expensive: A freshman or a horse?
April 25, 2012
Paying for college can be an expense. Paying for a horse and going to college can even be more of an expense.
Voting in SGA run-off ends today
April 24, 2012
Voting in the Tarleton SGA run-off elections ends today at 4 p.m. The election on April 16-18 resulted in a runoff between presidential candidate Jay Johnson and vice presidential candidate Emma Jones, with 240 votes, and presidential candidate Scott Harrison and vice presidential candidate Samantha Landers, with 212 votes.
Which is more expensive: A freshman or a horse?
April 23, 2012
College students and horses share some things in common. They need to eat, they have their nails done, they need to have a place to live and bedding. So who would cost more a freshman woman at TSU or a horse? By researching local businesses in Stephenville and going on to the Tarleton Web page for housing and a meal plan, the results were a little surprising.
Tarleton top alumni share tips on success in college, workforce
April 16, 2012
In years past millions of Americans have watched the hit television show “America’s Next Top Model.” Tarleton hosted its own version of the hit show and called it “Tarleton’s Next Top Alumni” Tuesday night.
Believing and Dreaming at FFA Area Contest
April 16, 2012
FA teams all have a goal in common, to succeed in the area contest and then advance to State.
Tarleton Southwest Metroplex Information Fair
April 12, 2012
Tarleton Southwest Metroplex center is getting ready to host its information fair this Saturday.
Student forges new journey in new wheels
April 11, 2012
July 2, 2010, an ordinary day for most, turned into a life-altering day for Jason Craig. This 19-year-old from Alvarado, Texas, is now learning how to experience college life as a normal teenage guy, while being a paraplegic.
Trash Wall
April 11, 2012
In an effort to educate residents on the trash issues on campus and clean up in preparation for the Texan Tour, several students joined forces March 30 to participate in a campus-wide trash off.
Delta Zeta Man of the Year
April 04, 2012
Delta Zeta Man of the Year Pageant was a big success this year, with a large crowd watching 19 of Tarleton’s finest men competing for the title of Man of the Year.
Tarleton Turns Into Art School Overnight
March 28, 2012
Tarleton State University has changed overnight into an art school because of one cell phone app.
Texas Farm Women
March 28, 2012
A historian walked listeners through the day- to- day life of Texas farm women in a presentation on March 7.
A Night With Fidel Castro's First Daughter
March 07, 2012
On the evening of March 1, the daughter of Fidel Castro, Alina Fernandez, told the Tarleton campus about her adolescence during the revolution led by Castro.
Texan Football Annual Weight Lifting Showcase Stats
March 06, 2012
stats from the weight lifting showcase event
Tarleton community reacts to Apple’s entry into textbook market
February 03, 2012
Tarleton members had mixed reactions to Apple’s announcement that it will begin distributing electronic textbooks; cost, technology failures and comfort were factors for those interviewed on campus this week.
Mr. TSU, Deriek Iglesias: The Man behind the Face of Tarleton State
November 22, 2011
His face is everywhere. He is on Tarleton’s home page; he graces the cover of The Tarleton State University Magazine 2011, and he smiles from the street banners plastered all over the Stephenville campus. He is “the Face of Tarleton State University,” the very embodiment of school spirit and an expert on century-old traditions. He is Mr. TSU.
Commissioner Jim Pack
November 22, 2011
Erath County Commissioner Jim Pack of precinct 1 dedicates his full time to his county. Not only does Pack take on the complete workload of being a county commissioner but he is also a volunteer firefighter, a father, a husband of 33 years, a Navy veteran, and a longhorn breeder.
Purple Poo: Behind the Masks
November 22, 2011
A beloved group of students, disguised in mismatched clothing, masks, and even high-pitched voices can be seen pumping up the crowd on a Saturday night at Tarleton Memorial Stadium. More specifically, they will be pounding the ground, jumping, and yelling, “Hey, Oscar P.!” to raise the spirit of John Tarleton’s late pet duck.
Tres Vidas Performance
November 16, 2011
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion along with the Ultra Club, COBA, and other international programs on campus introduced Tres Vidas Tuesday as part of International Week.
REVIEW: Mascorro's Restaurant in Stephenville
November 10, 2011
Three of my close friends and I ate lunch at to Mascorro’s and were pleasantly surprised with the meal. Mascorro’s is a Mexican style restaurant that opened earlier this year and is located 2900 W. Washington St. Suite 91.
Kelsey Timmerman’s “Where Am I Wearing?
November 07, 2011
It’s hard to imagine actually taking off to parts unknown in quest of the makers of your clothes, but that’s exactly what Kelsey Timmerman did. He traveled to Honduras, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and China in search of the factory and the people that made his favorite clothes. He wants to get to know the workers personally and writes about this quest in Where Am I Wearing? A Global Tour to Countries, Factories, and People that Make Our Clothes (John Wiley & Sons, Inc., $24.95).
Collegiate FFA's LDE competition
November 03, 2011
Tarleton State University hosted the annual Invitational Leadership Development Events competition for high school students Oct. 31. TSU Collegiate FFA runs the contest each year and this year the high schools clubs with the most awards were Tory, Anson and Perrin.
“In Time” is Time Well Spent
November 01, 2011
By Ian Troub - “In Time” thrills and chills audiences with a visually stunning and heart-pounding 109 minutes of pure adrenaline rush.
A Halftime Performance with the Texan Stars
October 30, 2011
Under the football field’s stadium lights at the end of the second quarter, the Tarleton State Texan Stars are on the sidelines ready to perform.
Freshman Homecoming Spirit
October 27, 2011
The spirit of Tarleton State University lives in its students, and freshmen are stepping up to the challenge of carrying on the Texan spirit this Homecoming. Spirit groups such as the Plowboys, P.A.N.K.U.S, and the Freshman Representative Council teach students Tarleton history and the importance of school spirit.
OPINION: Breast Cancer Awareness – Without the Awareness
October 27, 2011
When October arrives, suddenly everything around you is a flurry of pink. Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Now you’re aware that Breast Cancer is a problem. Do you know anything else about it?
Prequel to a Yell: Preparing for Yell Contest
October 26, 2011
Bonfire, pep rally or ceremonial meals. Homecoming does not seem the same without them. For Tarleton State, add Yell Contest to the list of Homecoming traditions.
OPINION: Cancellation of Bonfire?
October 25, 2011
A threat to the traditional L.V. Risinger Memorial Bonfire strikes again! This time, it is not N-TAC attempting to attack, it is nature.
The Sky’s The Limit
October 14, 2011
For avid skydiver Ryan Young, the sky really is the limit. He only began “jumping” in January and has been more than 100 times since then. His favorite “drop zone,” or place to jump, is Texas Free Fall in Stephenville, Texas.
Ballerina Chases Her Dream
September 22, 2011
En Pointe. Pirouettes. Grand Jetés. These are just a few ballet techniques that 17-year-old Gabrielle Spotz will practice as she follows her dreams to become a professional dancer by attending The Rock School of Dance Education in Philadelphia.
Wade's 25 carries Heat past NY, 104-94
May 01, 2012
As the Miami Heat expected, the New York Knicks were much improved in Game 2.
Texan football spring game a “nail-biter”
April 27, 2012
Texan football gave the fans a really good taste of what they are going to be cheering for in the upcoming season at this year’s spring game.
Thunder, Mavericks set for rematch of West finals
April 27, 2012
Oklahoma City's penalty for scuffling down the stretch and getting passed up for the top seed in the Western Conference is a first-round playoff showdown with an all-too-familiar foe toting championship credentials.
Yankees and Kuroda lose 2-0 to Rangers and Darvish
April 25, 2012
Hiroki Kuroda was impressive on the mound for the New York Yankees.
Cowboys LB Anthony Spencer signs 1-year tender
April 23, 2012
Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Anthony Spencer has signed the contract tender that goes with the franchise tag.
Scott hits grand slam as Rays rout Blue Jays 12-2
April 19, 2012
Luke Scott hit a grand slam, Ben Zobrist added a two-run homer and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 12-2 Wednesday night.
Spurs rout Lakers, improve spot atop West
April 18, 2012
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While last week's blowout loss to the Lakers still stings the San Antonio Spurs, they found a way to feel better while moving into prime position to win the West.
Jazz outlast Nowitzki, Mavericks 123-121 in 3OT
April 17, 2012
Al Jefferson hasn't been close to the playoffs since his rookie season.
Softball Follow-up
April 11, 2012
The current Lone Star Conference second place team, the Tarleton TexAnns (28-13), look to regain the first place spot during the last five three-game series of conference play.
Kinsler swings for fences, strikes $75 million deal with Rangers
April 10, 2012
Ian Kinsler has agreed on a new $75 million, five-year contract with the Texas Rangers.
Obama believes women should be admitted to Augusta
April 05, 2012
A White House spokesman said President Barack Obama believes women should be admitted as members to the all-male Augusta National, home of the Masters golf tournament.
Perfect! Baylor beats Notre Dame 80-61 for title
April 04, 2012
Brittney Griner took the Baylor Lady Bears to new heights.
Ex-NFL QB Ryan Leaf arrested 2nd time in Montana
April 02, 2012
Two days after posting bail for drug and burglary charges, former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf has been arrested a second time in Montana.
American Hardee hoping elbow ready for Olympics
March 29, 2012
As the reigning world champion in the decathlon, Trey Hardee should figure as the big favorite at the London Olympics.
Tiger gets back to what he does best
March 28, 2012
Tiger Woods hit so many great shots that he couldn't single one out as the best. Winning was as sweet as ever, even after a PGA Tour drought that stretched over 923 days and 27 tournaments.
Colts hone in on Luck as they try to rebuild
March 26, 2012
Andrew Luck will come to Indianapolis for a private workout in the next couple of weeks. Robert Griffin III, apparently, will not.
Bryant, Gasol lead Lakers over Mavericks
March 22, 2012
The Los Angeles Lakers expect offensive production from Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol.
Griner's dunk highlights big win for Baylor women
March 21, 2012
At this point, Brittney Griner takes her dunks in stride — but her coach would like to see a few more of them.
Rangers, Holland agree to 5-year contract
March 20, 2012
Texas Rangers left-hander Derek Holland has agreed to a new five-year contract through the 2016 season that will pay him a total of $28.5 million and includes club options for two more seasons after that.
NY Mets owners settle in Madoff-related case
March 12, 2012
The New York Mets owners agreed to pay up to $162 million in a settlement announced Monday with the trustee for Bernard Madoff's fraud victims, a deal that left open the possibility they might pay much less and caused two principal team owners to emerge smiling from the courthouse.
Surging Stars upend Canucks for 5-2 win
March 07, 2012
Richard Bachman and Mike Ribeiro helped the Dallas Stars keep up their late-season surge.
Bulls blow away Pacers in second half
March 06, 2012
A dynamite third quarter by Derrick Rose and the Bulls denied Indiana any chance of a second straight win in Chicago.
Rangers' Darvish signs exclusive deal with Topps
March 05, 2012
Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish has reached a multiyear deal with Topps that grants the company exclusive rights for autographed trading and game-used memorabilia cards
A&M woman qualifies for runoff to be Yell Leader
February 29, 2012
Samantha Ketcham still has a shot at becoming Texas A&M's first female Yell Leader after the junior became the only woman in school history to receive enough votes to qualify for a runoff.
Texas Tech coach accused of investment fraud
February 28, 2012
Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville is being accused of defrauding investors out of more $1.7 million in Alabama following his tenure at Auburn.
Bryant, West hold on to win NBA All-Star game
February 27, 2012
Kobe Bryant got the scoring record, Kevin Durant the MVP, and the West got the win — barely.
Lakers hit midway mark with 96-91 win over Dallas
February 23, 2012
Andrew Bynum had a huge smile on his face after he grabbed a rebound of his own miss and got fouled on an attempted putback.
Rangers hire former All-Star SS Fernandez as aide
February 22, 2012
The Texas Rangers have hired former All-Star shortstop Tony Fernandez as a special assistant to general manager Jon Daniels.
Yu Darvish arrives at Rangers camp
February 21, 2012
Yu Darvish has arrived at the Texas Rangers' spring training complex.
Rio Carnival revelers to twist, shout to Beatles
February 20, 2012
English speakers get their moment in the Carnival sun on Monday as a wild, Beatles-themed street party shakes it up, baby, with a samba swing to "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da."
TCU football players among 17 caught in drug sting
February 15, 2012
Four Texas Christian University football players were among 17 students arrested Wednesday in a campus drug bust, police said.
Red Wings match record with 20th straight home win
February 13, 2012
It didn't look like just another night for the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena when a fan hurled an octopus on the ice, an act usually reserved for a playoff game.
Andrus and Rangers finalize $14.4M, 3-year deal
February 09, 2012
Having won the first two AL pennants in franchise history, the Texas Rangers want to keep their key players around for a while.
Hamilton visits MLB docs after alcohol relapse
February 08, 2012
Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton visited doctors for Major League Baseball and the players' association this week in New York following his admitted relapse with alcohol.
Fights detailed at start of lacrosse player trial
February 08, 2012
A former University of Virginia lacrosse player and the ex-girlfriend he is accused of killing had fights often and traded angry emails in the months before her death.
New York to fete Giants with parade up Broadway
February 07, 2012
The New York Giants are returning from their Super Bowl win to a celebration the likes that only New York can throw: a ticker-tape parade in the Canyon of Heroes on Broadway, where the city has honored stars for almost a century.
Report: Rangers' Hamilton has relapse with alcohol
February 03, 2012
The Dallas Morning News is reporting Rangers outfielder and recovering drug addict Josh Hamilton had a relapse earlier this week when he drank alcohol at a bar.
UIL realignment moves 4A champ Lake Travis to 5A
February 02, 2012
Lake Travis' domination of Class 4A football is over. Growing enrollment has pushed the powerhouse Texas program into a new level of competition.
Big 12 race tightens up as teams pass midway mark
February 01, 2012
Kansas coach Bill Self is sticking by the prediction he made back in October, before the season began and long before the Big 12 race started heating up.
Rangers give manager Washington 2-year extension
January 31, 2012
Ron Washington felt he was the right guy for the job when the Texas Rangers hired him as their manager, despite his inexperience in that role and the rebuilding effort that was just getting started.
Fan pleads not guilty in Jets game stun gun case
January 30, 2012
A South Carolina man accused of using a stun gun on other fans during a fight at a New York Jets-Dallas Cowboys game last year has pleaded not guilty.
Spurs' bench powers San Antonio past Atlanta
January 26, 2012
Matt Bonner and DeJuan Blair both scored 17 points, and the San Antonio Spurs handed the surging Atlanta Hawks their first lopsided loss of the season, 105-83 on Wednesday night.
Texas ends losing skid by beating Iowa State 62-55
January 25, 2012
Freshman Myck Kabongo scored 13 points and Texas ended a three-game losing streak with a 62-55 win over Iowa State on Tuesday night.
Robinson leads No. 5 Kansas past Texas A&M
January 24, 2012
Thomas Robinson carried No. 5 Kansas when things looked bleak, scoring 16 of his 18 points in the second half and leading the Jayhawks to a 64-54 win over scrappy Texas A&M on Monday night.
Terry ready for Mavs to start defending NBA title
December 01, 2011
Jason Terry has returned to the Dallas Mavericks' practice court for the first time since the team's championship parade in June.
Fired FAMU band director: hazing warnings ignored
November 29, 2011
The fired director of Florida A&M's famed "Marching 100" band said he repeatedly warned university leaders over two decades about the dangers of hazing and that he's been made the scapegoat for a band member's death in which the practice is suspected.
Brady, Patriots rout Eagles 38-20
November 28, 2011
Brady threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns and the New England Patriots beat the Philadelphia Eagles 38-20 Sunday in a rematch of the 2005 Super Bowl.
Class 4A high school football playoff pairings
November 14, 2011
Check out the list for Texas Class 4A high school football playoff pairings
Carrier, Edwards help Keenum reach records
November 01, 2011
As Case Keenum has set NCAA records, senior receivers Tyron Carrier and Patrick Edwards have been right there with him, putting up their own numbers for high-powered Houston.
Pure emotion of Rangers manager on Series display
October 27, 2011
Ron Washington seems to be in perpetual motion, even while standing in the Texas Rangers dugout.
Napoli, Rangers move 1 win from World Series crown
October 25, 2011
Mike Napoli was dialed in, no matter who he was going to face.
Sens. urge baseball to ban tobacco
October 19, 2011
U.S. senators and health officials are taking on a baseball tradition older than the World Series itself: chewing tobacco on the diamond.
Pats beat Cowboys 20-16 on Brady's late TD pass
October 17, 2011
Tom Brady got the offense going just in time to lead the New England Patriots to the winning touchdown in the final minute of a 20-16 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
Cruz hits grand slam as Rangers take 2-0 ALCS lead
October 11, 2011
Two innings after Nelson Cruz crumbled to the ground writhing in pain, the slugger provided a grand finish for the Texas Rangers.
Westbrook, Durant lead Thunder past Mavericks
February 24, 2010
Russell Westbrook scored 33 points, Kevin Durant added 23 points and 13 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 95-86 on Wednesday night.
No. 2 Irish women win 19th straight game
February 24, 2010
Devereaux Peters can see the end of her stellar Notre Dame career approaching.
Campus & Local
News
Arrest warrants out for two Tarleton basketball playersMay 09, 2012
Tarleton police have obtained arrest warrants for two basketball players suspected of burglarizing apartment in a series of Spring Break crimes.
Tarleton choral director reflects as he moves forwardMay 09, 2012
Before Dr. Charles Rives final Tarleton campus performance on May 5 as choir director, the day before this concert Dr. Rives and I talked about his time at Tarleton and the future.
FIRE Ranks Tarleton’s Free Speech PoliciesMay 09, 2012
Tarleton State University has received a red light rating from a national individual rights organization for its policies on tolerance, respect and civility.
New Talent Joins Tarleton’s Volleyball TeamMay 01, 2012
It is always a very excited and yet stressful time when recruits start looking for a new home they call college. Coaches scramble for the best, most versatile players they can possibly find.
LGBT support at TarletonApril 30, 2012
Programs promoting general tolerance of all minority students may not be enough for the LGBT community at Tarleton, according to some. LGBT is lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered.
Actual Cost of Larry Joe TaylorApril 30, 2012
“If you haven’t heard of the Larry Joe Taylor Fest...you ain’t met my Texas yet” sings Pat Green in his and Josh Abbott’s song “My Texas.” The Annual Larry Joe Taylor Festival is held in April at Melody Mountain Ranch outside of Stephenville and is one of the biggest music festivals in Texas.
Actual Cost of Larry Joe Taylor April 30, 2012
“If you haven’t heard of the Larry Joe Taylor Fest...you ain’t met my Texas yet” sings Pat Green in his and Josh Abbott’s song “My Texas.” The Annual Larry Joe Taylor Festival is held in April at Melody Mountain Ranch outside of Stephenville and is one of the biggest music festivals in Texas.
Tarleton RAD classes, empowering womenApril 27, 2012
The spring edition of the Rape Aggression Defense, RAD, classes just wrapped Wednesday and the women left the class laughing, talking, and most importantly, feeling empowered.
Freshmen in for changes at Duck Camp, orientationApril 24, 2012
First year students at Tarleton State University will be offered more direct attention, more camps and a week to adjust to college life in the new Summer Transition Programs.
Students win Tarleton's 7th annual film festivalApril 23, 2012
Tarleton Communications students Mike Daniels and Raphael Sanchez took home the grand prize at last night’s seventh annual Purple and White Film Festival.
How safe is your neighborhood? April 11, 2012
The new map includes crimes reported to Stephenville police in 2010 as well as the 2009 information included in the original map posted earlier this year.
Foul play sends opposing teams homeApril 05, 2012
When the home team is behind, even the best fans could use a little help. Enter the spirit band. Tarleton has a spirit band, Foul Play, for basketball exclusively.
New Panhellenic Sorority Coming SoonApril 04, 2012
New Panhellenic Sorority Coming Soon. Panhellenic Council decides to bring new sorority to campus
America is on a fast track to cleanseApril 04, 2012
A nationwide cleanse is beginning in Stephenville on April 9 that hopes to have accumulated one million people in a year’s time.
Big Deadlines Today for Tarleton State University Graduate StudentsApril 02, 2012
Tarleton State University graduate students have a big deadline to meet today, their April 2 thesis/dissertation defense.
Chris Kyle: The Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military HistoryMarch 29, 2012
A former Tarleton student who became the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history is now urging Americans in a New York Times best-seller to show “random acts of kindness“ for U.S. troops.
Volleyball coaches searching for new recruitsMarch 26, 2012
After a very successful season last fall, the Texanns are looking forward to another promising year. With 10 women going through workout right now, the team is getting off to a good start.
Tarleton hosts 40th Annual FFA InvitationalMarch 26, 2012
Tarleton State University was covered by more than 7,000 high school students Thursday at the 40th annual FFA Invitational Career Development Event Judging Contest. More than 400 schools from across the state came to compete and take home awards.
Police: Child hurt by knife, mother detained March 26, 2012
A Dallas woman is in custody after police found her 1-year-old child injured by a knife.
TexAnns keep swinging toward conference crownMarch 22, 2012
The Tarleton TexAnn softball team (23-9) is prepared to continue on with its successful start throughout conference play.
Texas Farm WomenMarch 20, 2012
A historian walked listeners through the day- to- day life of Texas farm women in a presentation on March 7.
Fuzzy's taco shop opening in StephenvilleMarch 20, 2012
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop can soon be added to Stephenville’s restaurant list when it opens this Thursday.
SGA fights for students' printing rightsMarch 08, 2012
At Wednesday’s SGA house meeting, the first topic of discussion was voting on a campus printing resolution the members of the senate would present to administration.
Texan Football Holds Annual Weight Lifting ShowcaseMarch 06, 2012
The football program held its annual Night of Champions weight lifting showcase at Wisdom Gym Monday evening. The event gives the public a chance to see the team’s strength training routine and sneak peek into the upcoming season.
Tarleton Rodeo Team rides for glory in purpleMarch 02, 2012
They work hard, they desire to win and they’re proud to represent Tarleton State University. The Tarleton Rodeo Team will have its first rodeo this semester at Weatherford College Thursday through Saturday.
Tarleton Crime Score Card 2011March 01, 2012
This score card categorizes how crime is reported and published on campus and if Tarleton is hitting the marks on reporting offenses and Clery compliance.
Campus Crime Still Doesn't Match Clery ReportMarch 01, 2012
Tarleton State University is cleaning up its act with its disclosure of campus crime through the Clery Act, but all the numbers are still not adding up.
Texan News Live BloggingFebruary 28, 2012
Check out live blogging, video feeds, photographs and comments from our news team reporting live as news happens
Heroic Acts: Freshman credits two seniors with saving her life.February 22, 2012
An accident late last fall could have ended Tarleton freshman Olvia LeVoy’s life. But thanks to two seniors she calls her “guardian angels,” LeVoy is back on campus.
Is Tarleton State Safe? February 15, 2012
Tarleton State University has made improvements to campus security over the years, but does the Tarleton community think its campus is safe?
Campus reacts to increased speed limitsFebruary 13, 2012
With speed limits increasing to 75 mph for some Texas highways, Tarleton members weighed in on changes in their driving habits and commute times.
Ranch Rodeo at TarletonFebruary 07, 2012
Equine Center was abuzz Saturday night when the Horseman’s Association hosted its second annual Ranch Rodeo competition. At least a hundred or more people were in the stands rooting for their favorite teams. Teams were timed on how fast they could pen, load, doctor, mug a cow, and then get back to base in less than seven minutes.
Texan Football Releases Names, Stats, and Highlights of New Recruits February 06, 2012
Tarleton’s coaching staff seemed eager to announce the names of the recruits they signed for the 2012-2013 football season at this year’s Signing Day Sp
Campus Liquor Violations Spiked in 2010February 01, 2012
The Tarleton State University’s annual security report on crime statistics from 2010 shows a significant increase in liquor law violations.
Curious About Crime On And Off Campus?January 31, 2012
Check out two new interactive maps from the Texan News Service – one detailing crimes reported to the Tarleton State University police and the other showing crimes reported to Stephenville police.
Renowned pianist Cecile Licad to perform at TarletonJanuary 26, 2012
Internationally acclaimed classical pianist Cecile Licad will perform a guest recital at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3, in the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center theatre as part of the Department of Fine Arts' annual piano festival.
USDA says it will close 259 offices to save $150M January 09, 2012
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will close 259 domestic offices, labs and other facilities as part of an effort to save $150 million per year, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced Monday.
Texas APSE Class 3A all-state football team December 13, 2011
The 2011 Texas Associated Press Sports Editors Class 3A all-state high school football team, released Tuesday.
Tarleton’s Live Green, Bleed Purple Recycling December 06, 2011
Tarleton’s Live Green, Bleed Purple recycling campaign is making a ton of difference.
Tarleton Students Cram for Tests in Crowded Dorms December 06, 2011
Tarleton students are used to cramming as final exams approach.But for a small group of Tarleton freshman, cramming has been a way of life all semester.
Lunch and Learn: Fitness and Alcohol Don’t Mix November 22, 2011
About 15 students attended a Lunch and Learn presentation on the effects of alcohol on fitness Wednesday. Nov 16.
Diversity Week 2011November 09, 2011
This week, Tarleton State University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion is hosting Diversity Week for the second consecutive year. And if successful, the office plans to make the event an annual occasion.
Tarleton's Freshman Class Count Breaks Records... Again. November 03, 2011
By Julie Gutierrez - Tarleton State University has broken the record for the largest incoming freshmen class in the university’s history – again.
Tarleton's bonfire tradition to continue in Stephenville City ParkOctober 26, 2011
Tarleton State University’s longstanding Homecoming tradition of holding a Friday night bonfire will continue this year. However, due to extreme drought conditions the celebration has found a new, temporary home in Stephenville City Park.
Adopt-A-County Road Program for Erath CountyOctober 24, 2011
Commissioners approved an Adopt- A-Road program for Erath County this morning at the commissioner court meeting. Modeled after the Adopt-a-Highway program, this initiative aims to keep county roadsides clean.
Tarleton Breaks Pig Sale Records September 28, 2011
Tarleton’s 19th Annual Erath County Show Pig Sale raised more than $17,000 for the university’s agriculture college.
Mission TripApril 04, 2010
A Spring Break mission trip to New Orleans left a lasting impact on one hundred Tarleton students.
Features
Bookstores advise students: protect your books from theftMay 10, 2012
The value of the humble college textbook has multiplied, along with the costs of tuition and fees, creating a new dimension to campus crime. In light of recent textbook thefts, Tarleton students are keeping a more watchful eye on their book bags and backpacks.
Tarleton communication students honored at student media awardsMay 10, 2012
Tarleton Communications students were honored last week at the first annual Student Media Awards. Awards were given to communications majors and minors as well as DJ's and staff members of Tarleton's student radio station, 100.7 FM.
Students Share Quirky Methods to Prepare For FinalsMay 09, 2012
Throughout college students discover methods to study that can sometimes be out of the ordinary. While walking through the library I asked a table of students what they have discovered about their study habits while in college.
Track profile: Lauren FinleyApril 27, 2012
Lauren Finley is adjusting well to life as a part of the Tarleton women’s track team. The freshman distance runner is enjoying the group’s success in her first year with the team.
String of Pearls: A ReviewApril 25, 2012
In one way or another, every piece of jewelry tells a story. Such is the case with a special pearl necklace. String of Pearls, Michele Lowe’s play, shares the stories of the 27 different characters portrayed by Kaylee Carlile, Allie Bird, Bee Blackmon, and KayLee Grant that come in contact with the true main character of the play, the necklace.
Which is more expensive: A freshman or a horse?April 25, 2012
Paying for college can be an expense. Paying for a horse and going to college can even be more of an expense.
Voting in SGA run-off ends todayApril 24, 2012
Voting in the Tarleton SGA run-off elections ends today at 4 p.m. The election on April 16-18 resulted in a runoff between presidential candidate Jay Johnson and vice presidential candidate Emma Jones, with 240 votes, and presidential candidate Scott Harrison and vice presidential candidate Samantha Landers, with 212 votes.
Which is more expensive: A freshman or a horse?April 23, 2012
College students and horses share some things in common. They need to eat, they have their nails done, they need to have a place to live and bedding. So who would cost more a freshman woman at TSU or a horse? By researching local businesses in Stephenville and going on to the Tarleton Web page for housing and a meal plan, the results were a little surprising.
Tarleton top alumni share tips on success in college, workforceApril 16, 2012
In years past millions of Americans have watched the hit television show “America’s Next Top Model.” Tarleton hosted its own version of the hit show and called it “Tarleton’s Next Top Alumni” Tuesday night.
Believing and Dreaming at FFA Area ContestApril 16, 2012
FA teams all have a goal in common, to succeed in the area contest and then advance to State.
Tarleton Southwest Metroplex Information FairApril 12, 2012
Tarleton Southwest Metroplex center is getting ready to host its information fair this Saturday.
Student forges new journey in new wheels April 11, 2012
July 2, 2010, an ordinary day for most, turned into a life-altering day for Jason Craig. This 19-year-old from Alvarado, Texas, is now learning how to experience college life as a normal teenage guy, while being a paraplegic.
Trash WallApril 11, 2012
In an effort to educate residents on the trash issues on campus and clean up in preparation for the Texan Tour, several students joined forces March 30 to participate in a campus-wide trash off.
Delta Zeta Man of the YearApril 04, 2012
Delta Zeta Man of the Year Pageant was a big success this year, with a large crowd watching 19 of Tarleton’s finest men competing for the title of Man of the Year.
Tarleton Turns Into Art School OvernightMarch 28, 2012
Tarleton State University has changed overnight into an art school because of one cell phone app.
Texas Farm WomenMarch 28, 2012
A historian walked listeners through the day- to- day life of Texas farm women in a presentation on March 7.
A Night With Fidel Castro's First DaughterMarch 07, 2012
On the evening of March 1, the daughter of Fidel Castro, Alina Fernandez, told the Tarleton campus about her adolescence during the revolution led by Castro.
Texan Football Annual Weight Lifting Showcase StatsMarch 06, 2012
stats from the weight lifting showcase event
Tarleton community reacts to Apple’s entry into textbook marketFebruary 03, 2012
Tarleton members had mixed reactions to Apple’s announcement that it will begin distributing electronic textbooks; cost, technology failures and comfort were factors for those interviewed on campus this week.
Mr. TSU, Deriek Iglesias: The Man behind the Face of Tarleton State November 22, 2011
His face is everywhere. He is on Tarleton’s home page; he graces the cover of The Tarleton State University Magazine 2011, and he smiles from the street banners plastered all over the Stephenville campus. He is “the Face of Tarleton State University,” the very embodiment of school spirit and an expert on century-old traditions. He is Mr. TSU.
Commissioner Jim Pack November 22, 2011
Erath County Commissioner Jim Pack of precinct 1 dedicates his full time to his county. Not only does Pack take on the complete workload of being a county commissioner but he is also a volunteer firefighter, a father, a husband of 33 years, a Navy veteran, and a longhorn breeder.
Purple Poo: Behind the Masks November 22, 2011
A beloved group of students, disguised in mismatched clothing, masks, and even high-pitched voices can be seen pumping up the crowd on a Saturday night at Tarleton Memorial Stadium. More specifically, they will be pounding the ground, jumping, and yelling, “Hey, Oscar P.!” to raise the spirit of John Tarleton’s late pet duck.
Tres Vidas Performance November 16, 2011
The Office of Diversity and Inclusion along with the Ultra Club, COBA, and other international programs on campus introduced Tres Vidas Tuesday as part of International Week.
REVIEW: Mascorro's Restaurant in StephenvilleNovember 10, 2011
Three of my close friends and I ate lunch at to Mascorro’s and were pleasantly surprised with the meal. Mascorro’s is a Mexican style restaurant that opened earlier this year and is located 2900 W. Washington St. Suite 91.
Kelsey Timmerman’s “Where Am I Wearing?November 07, 2011
It’s hard to imagine actually taking off to parts unknown in quest of the makers of your clothes, but that’s exactly what Kelsey Timmerman did. He traveled to Honduras, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and China in search of the factory and the people that made his favorite clothes. He wants to get to know the workers personally and writes about this quest in Where Am I Wearing? A Global Tour to Countries, Factories, and People that Make Our Clothes (John Wiley & Sons, Inc., $24.95).
Collegiate FFA's LDE competitionNovember 03, 2011
Tarleton State University hosted the annual Invitational Leadership Development Events competition for high school students Oct. 31. TSU Collegiate FFA runs the contest each year and this year the high schools clubs with the most awards were Tory, Anson and Perrin.
“In Time” is Time Well Spent November 01, 2011
By Ian Troub - “In Time” thrills and chills audiences with a visually stunning and heart-pounding 109 minutes of pure adrenaline rush.
A Halftime Performance with the Texan StarsOctober 30, 2011
Under the football field’s stadium lights at the end of the second quarter, the Tarleton State Texan Stars are on the sidelines ready to perform.
Freshman Homecoming SpiritOctober 27, 2011
The spirit of Tarleton State University lives in its students, and freshmen are stepping up to the challenge of carrying on the Texan spirit this Homecoming. Spirit groups such as the Plowboys, P.A.N.K.U.S, and the Freshman Representative Council teach students Tarleton history and the importance of school spirit.
OPINION: Breast Cancer Awareness – Without the AwarenessOctober 27, 2011
When October arrives, suddenly everything around you is a flurry of pink. Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Now you’re aware that Breast Cancer is a problem. Do you know anything else about it?
Prequel to a Yell: Preparing for Yell Contest October 26, 2011
Bonfire, pep rally or ceremonial meals. Homecoming does not seem the same without them. For Tarleton State, add Yell Contest to the list of Homecoming traditions.
OPINION: Cancellation of Bonfire?October 25, 2011
A threat to the traditional L.V. Risinger Memorial Bonfire strikes again! This time, it is not N-TAC attempting to attack, it is nature.
The Sky’s The LimitOctober 14, 2011
For avid skydiver Ryan Young, the sky really is the limit. He only began “jumping” in January and has been more than 100 times since then. His favorite “drop zone,” or place to jump, is Texas Free Fall in Stephenville, Texas.
Ballerina Chases Her DreamSeptember 22, 2011
En Pointe. Pirouettes. Grand Jetés. These are just a few ballet techniques that 17-year-old Gabrielle Spotz will practice as she follows her dreams to become a professional dancer by attending The Rock School of Dance Education in Philadelphia.
Sports
Wade's 25 carries Heat past NY, 104-94 May 01, 2012
As the Miami Heat expected, the New York Knicks were much improved in Game 2.
Texan football spring game a “nail-biter”April 27, 2012
Texan football gave the fans a really good taste of what they are going to be cheering for in the upcoming season at this year’s spring game.
Thunder, Mavericks set for rematch of West finals April 27, 2012
Oklahoma City's penalty for scuffling down the stretch and getting passed up for the top seed in the Western Conference is a first-round playoff showdown with an all-too-familiar foe toting championship credentials.
Yankees and Kuroda lose 2-0 to Rangers and Darvish April 25, 2012
Hiroki Kuroda was impressive on the mound for the New York Yankees.
Cowboys LB Anthony Spencer signs 1-year tender April 23, 2012
Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Anthony Spencer has signed the contract tender that goes with the franchise tag.
Scott hits grand slam as Rays rout Blue Jays 12-2 April 19, 2012
Luke Scott hit a grand slam, Ben Zobrist added a two-run homer and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Toronto Blue Jays 12-2 Wednesday night.
Spurs rout Lakers, improve spot atop West April 18, 2012
LOS ANGELES (AP) — While last week's blowout loss to the Lakers still stings the San Antonio Spurs, they found a way to feel better while moving into prime position to win the West.
Jazz outlast Nowitzki, Mavericks 123-121 in 3OT April 17, 2012
Al Jefferson hasn't been close to the playoffs since his rookie season.
Softball Follow-upApril 11, 2012
The current Lone Star Conference second place team, the Tarleton TexAnns (28-13), look to regain the first place spot during the last five three-game series of conference play.
Kinsler swings for fences, strikes $75 million deal with RangersApril 10, 2012
Ian Kinsler has agreed on a new $75 million, five-year contract with the Texas Rangers.
Obama believes women should be admitted to Augusta April 05, 2012
A White House spokesman said President Barack Obama believes women should be admitted as members to the all-male Augusta National, home of the Masters golf tournament.
Perfect! Baylor beats Notre Dame 80-61 for title April 04, 2012
Brittney Griner took the Baylor Lady Bears to new heights.
Ex-NFL QB Ryan Leaf arrested 2nd time in Montana April 02, 2012
Two days after posting bail for drug and burglary charges, former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf has been arrested a second time in Montana.
American Hardee hoping elbow ready for Olympics March 29, 2012
As the reigning world champion in the decathlon, Trey Hardee should figure as the big favorite at the London Olympics.
Tiger gets back to what he does best March 28, 2012
Tiger Woods hit so many great shots that he couldn't single one out as the best. Winning was as sweet as ever, even after a PGA Tour drought that stretched over 923 days and 27 tournaments.
Colts hone in on Luck as they try to rebuild March 26, 2012
Andrew Luck will come to Indianapolis for a private workout in the next couple of weeks. Robert Griffin III, apparently, will not.
Bryant, Gasol lead Lakers over Mavericks March 22, 2012
The Los Angeles Lakers expect offensive production from Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol.
Griner's dunk highlights big win for Baylor women March 21, 2012
At this point, Brittney Griner takes her dunks in stride — but her coach would like to see a few more of them.
Rangers, Holland agree to 5-year contract March 20, 2012
Texas Rangers left-hander Derek Holland has agreed to a new five-year contract through the 2016 season that will pay him a total of $28.5 million and includes club options for two more seasons after that.
NY Mets owners settle in Madoff-related case March 12, 2012
The New York Mets owners agreed to pay up to $162 million in a settlement announced Monday with the trustee for Bernard Madoff's fraud victims, a deal that left open the possibility they might pay much less and caused two principal team owners to emerge smiling from the courthouse.
Surging Stars upend Canucks for 5-2 win March 07, 2012
Richard Bachman and Mike Ribeiro helped the Dallas Stars keep up their late-season surge.
Bulls blow away Pacers in second half March 06, 2012
A dynamite third quarter by Derrick Rose and the Bulls denied Indiana any chance of a second straight win in Chicago.
Rangers' Darvish signs exclusive deal with Topps March 05, 2012
Rangers pitcher Yu Darvish has reached a multiyear deal with Topps that grants the company exclusive rights for autographed trading and game-used memorabilia cards
A&M woman qualifies for runoff to be Yell Leader February 29, 2012
Samantha Ketcham still has a shot at becoming Texas A&M's first female Yell Leader after the junior became the only woman in school history to receive enough votes to qualify for a runoff.
Texas Tech coach accused of investment fraud February 28, 2012
Texas Tech coach Tommy Tuberville is being accused of defrauding investors out of more $1.7 million in Alabama following his tenure at Auburn.
Bryant, West hold on to win NBA All-Star game February 27, 2012
Kobe Bryant got the scoring record, Kevin Durant the MVP, and the West got the win — barely.
Lakers hit midway mark with 96-91 win over Dallas February 23, 2012
Andrew Bynum had a huge smile on his face after he grabbed a rebound of his own miss and got fouled on an attempted putback.
Rangers hire former All-Star SS Fernandez as aide February 22, 2012
The Texas Rangers have hired former All-Star shortstop Tony Fernandez as a special assistant to general manager Jon Daniels.
Yu Darvish arrives at Rangers camp February 21, 2012
Yu Darvish has arrived at the Texas Rangers' spring training complex.
Rio Carnival revelers to twist, shout to Beatles February 20, 2012
English speakers get their moment in the Carnival sun on Monday as a wild, Beatles-themed street party shakes it up, baby, with a samba swing to "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da."
TCU football players among 17 caught in drug sting February 15, 2012
Four Texas Christian University football players were among 17 students arrested Wednesday in a campus drug bust, police said.
Red Wings match record with 20th straight home win February 13, 2012
It didn't look like just another night for the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena when a fan hurled an octopus on the ice, an act usually reserved for a playoff game.
Andrus and Rangers finalize $14.4M, 3-year deal February 09, 2012
Having won the first two AL pennants in franchise history, the Texas Rangers want to keep their key players around for a while.
Hamilton visits MLB docs after alcohol relapse February 08, 2012
Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton visited doctors for Major League Baseball and the players' association this week in New York following his admitted relapse with alcohol.
Fights detailed at start of lacrosse player trial February 08, 2012
A former University of Virginia lacrosse player and the ex-girlfriend he is accused of killing had fights often and traded angry emails in the months before her death.
New York to fete Giants with parade up Broadway February 07, 2012
The New York Giants are returning from their Super Bowl win to a celebration the likes that only New York can throw: a ticker-tape parade in the Canyon of Heroes on Broadway, where the city has honored stars for almost a century.
Report: Rangers' Hamilton has relapse with alcohol February 03, 2012
The Dallas Morning News is reporting Rangers outfielder and recovering drug addict Josh Hamilton had a relapse earlier this week when he drank alcohol at a bar.
UIL realignment moves 4A champ Lake Travis to 5A February 02, 2012
Lake Travis' domination of Class 4A football is over. Growing enrollment has pushed the powerhouse Texas program into a new level of competition.
Big 12 race tightens up as teams pass midway mark February 01, 2012
Kansas coach Bill Self is sticking by the prediction he made back in October, before the season began and long before the Big 12 race started heating up.
Rangers give manager Washington 2-year extensionJanuary 31, 2012
Ron Washington felt he was the right guy for the job when the Texas Rangers hired him as their manager, despite his inexperience in that role and the rebuilding effort that was just getting started.
Fan pleads not guilty in Jets game stun gun case January 30, 2012
A South Carolina man accused of using a stun gun on other fans during a fight at a New York Jets-Dallas Cowboys game last year has pleaded not guilty.
Spurs' bench powers San Antonio past Atlanta January 26, 2012
Matt Bonner and DeJuan Blair both scored 17 points, and the San Antonio Spurs handed the surging Atlanta Hawks their first lopsided loss of the season, 105-83 on Wednesday night.
Texas ends losing skid by beating Iowa State 62-55 January 25, 2012
Freshman Myck Kabongo scored 13 points and Texas ended a three-game losing streak with a 62-55 win over Iowa State on Tuesday night.
Robinson leads No. 5 Kansas past Texas A&M January 24, 2012
Thomas Robinson carried No. 5 Kansas when things looked bleak, scoring 16 of his 18 points in the second half and leading the Jayhawks to a 64-54 win over scrappy Texas A&M on Monday night.
Terry ready for Mavs to start defending NBA title December 01, 2011
Jason Terry has returned to the Dallas Mavericks' practice court for the first time since the team's championship parade in June.
Fired FAMU band director: hazing warnings ignored November 29, 2011
The fired director of Florida A&M's famed "Marching 100" band said he repeatedly warned university leaders over two decades about the dangers of hazing and that he's been made the scapegoat for a band member's death in which the practice is suspected.
Brady, Patriots rout Eagles 38-20 November 28, 2011
Brady threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns and the New England Patriots beat the Philadelphia Eagles 38-20 Sunday in a rematch of the 2005 Super Bowl.
Class 4A high school football playoff pairings November 14, 2011
Check out the list for Texas Class 4A high school football playoff pairings
Carrier, Edwards help Keenum reach records November 01, 2011
As Case Keenum has set NCAA records, senior receivers Tyron Carrier and Patrick Edwards have been right there with him, putting up their own numbers for high-powered Houston.
Pure emotion of Rangers manager on Series display October 27, 2011
Ron Washington seems to be in perpetual motion, even while standing in the Texas Rangers dugout.
Napoli, Rangers move 1 win from World Series crown October 25, 2011
Mike Napoli was dialed in, no matter who he was going to face.
Sens. urge baseball to ban tobacco October 19, 2011
U.S. senators and health officials are taking on a baseball tradition older than the World Series itself: chewing tobacco on the diamond.
Pats beat Cowboys 20-16 on Brady's late TD pass October 17, 2011
Tom Brady got the offense going just in time to lead the New England Patriots to the winning touchdown in the final minute of a 20-16 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.
Cruz hits grand slam as Rangers take 2-0 ALCS lead October 11, 2011
Two innings after Nelson Cruz crumbled to the ground writhing in pain, the slugger provided a grand finish for the Texas Rangers.
Westbrook, Durant lead Thunder past MavericksFebruary 24, 2010
Russell Westbrook scored 33 points, Kevin Durant added 23 points and 13 rebounds, and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Dallas Mavericks 95-86 on Wednesday night.
No. 2 Irish women win 19th straight game February 24, 2010
Devereaux Peters can see the end of her stellar Notre Dame career approaching.