When Larry Eustachy came to Hattiesburg, he was in search of a comeback. We all know he was fraternizing with students and drinking in what proved to be his last days at Iowa State. Less said the better. He later defeated alcoholism and went on to lead our Southern Miss men’s basketball team for the …
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Amen, Sister
I’m quickly becoming a fan of the Robin Craig show on RobinCraigDirect.com. Her husband passed away the same year Cindy and I tied the knot (2005). Recall Cindy passed away unexpectedly just days into 2007. Robin’s show focuses on issues for those who are in the club no one wants to join (widowhood, in layman’s …
Top Five RockTrax NewsNotes of 2011
Covering rock ‘n’ roll news on Rock 104’s RockTrax provided some great moments. For example, Meat Loaf’s run on Celebrity Apprentice, where he earned more than $204,000 for his favorite charity before getting the boot. Along the way, there were some unfortunate stories – including the passing of Warrant’s Jani Lane. It was difficult to …
Captain’s Curse Continues
From the “Gee, That Didn’t Take Long” department, word came today CBS News is revamping The Early Show yet again. The announced plans come not quite one full year since the most recent revamp, which came not long after we rang in 2011. The proposed plans include a change in title of the program as …
On this tenth anniversary of 9/11, and beyond, …
An Unpleasant Orange Crush
When I came back from a vacation, getting the following news felt like a kick to the stomach. Pat Summitt has disclosed a diagnosis of early onset dementia. Doug’s Place Flashback: As noted earlier, my father taught Air Force ROTC at the University of Tennessee. His office was at the Stokely Athletic Center — one …
Another End of Another Era
Today was a day I knew was coming. Today was a day I’ve dreaded for sometime. All the while, with this particular omega, it’s leading to a new alpha. I’m speaking of Mitchell Williams – who is leaving my TV family at WDAM to become area director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. If you …
OK, Now What?
Our top story tonight: Osama Bin Laden is *still* dead. But seriously, while we have every reason to celebrate, recite the Pledge of Allegiance, sing our national anthem and other patriotic songs, may we be reminded the mission is far from over. The war against terror is still going on. As a friend on Facebook …
What Was He Thinking?
OK, football fans, you’re tired about hearing of the NFL lockout. So, you’re searching for something good. No, maybe something great. Enter -– probably the only reason I’m still rooting for the hapless Cincinnati Bengals -– Ben-Gal cheerleader Laura Vikmanis. Don’t know the name? Google her name, skim over images –- and then come back …
Reunion (Laughter is Everywhere)
The 15th anniversary of RockTrax on Rock 104 is next month. In the last few weeks and months, I’ve been recalling the moments leading up to my departure from SL-100 and the crossing of the street to Rock 104 that followed. For example, *the* moment in mid-March of 1996 — when Larry Blakeney called and …