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http://www.freep.com/news/mich/eteach4_20040304.htm Teacher in military told to pay for sub District also requests some Naval pay March 4, 2004 ASSOCIATED PRESS GRAND RAPIDS -- A western Michigan school district told a teacher activated for military duty that he must cover the cost of a substitute during part of his absence and give the district some of his military pay. At a school board meeting this week, angry teachers, students and district residents criticized the decision by administrators at Kenowa Hills Public Schools. "Is this how you treat people that defend your country?" Tom Lovett, a teacher's spouse and district resident, asked board members. Barry Bernhardt, a middle school science teacher who has been in the Naval Reserve for a decade, started serving two weeks of active duty in Italy on Monday, the day of the school board meeting. During the 10 days Bernhardt will be gone from the classroom, he will use two personal days and two compensation days, the Grand Rapids Press reported. For the remaining six days, Bernhardt must pay the district $74 per day for the substitute teacher filling in for him and turn over the $78 in salary that he will receive each day from the Naval Reserve. "The district missed a golden opportunity to reflect on the patriotic duty of all Americans to, in our own way, celebrate the accomplishments of the service not only of Barry, but of all the men and women who stand for our country," said Ron La Fave, a Kenowa Hills teacher. Schools Superintendent Jim Gillette said the district was following the law when it crafted its agreement with Bernhardt. A similar agreement was drawn up on one other occasion, years earlier, when Bernhardt was assigned to Bosnia during a tour of duty. In most other years, Bernhardt fulfilled his military assignments while on vacation, Gillette said. "It's inaccurate to say we didn't do anything for him. We did provide significant assistance," the superintendent said, adding that the district continues to provide Bernhardt with all his other benefits during his absence. Bernhardt will give the district only six days' worth of his military pay, and he also will receive a military housing allowance. When compared to employees of private companies, the district is doing what it should to protect Bernhardt's financial stability, Gillette said. "It's a fact that he's not losing money, that he's making money. Whatever way you look at it, he's still making money," he said. In neighboring Grand Rapids Public Schools, teachers called to duty receive two weeks of unpaid leave but are not required to pay for a substitute teacher. As a result of Bernhardt's situation, Kenowa Hills school board members now are likely to create a specific policy covering employee military leave. "In the future, he's not going to get out that well," Gillette said.

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If it were up to me I'd put it on Dragon. He said he dream was to wrestle at MSG and WM so he gets both and goes out on top. And few weeks later I have him lost if the rumors of Dragon wanting to leave the fed are true. And with the way he's been treated I don't blame him.

http://channels.netscape.com/ns/crime/stor.../1807081393.htm Teacher Who Taped Student to Desk Resigns ORAN, Mo. (AP) - A teacher resigned last month after duct-taping a misbehaving seventh-grader to his desk and covering his mouth with tape, the school superintendent said Wednesday. The parents of 14-year-old Tommy Brindley said the boy nearly suffocated before freeing himself about 15 minutes later. It happened Feb. 19 at the elementary-middle school in Oran, a town of about 1,000 residents 120 miles south of St. Louis. Tommy was in detention for being late to school three times, said his father, Larry Brindley. He began acting up during detention. ``He has attention deficit disorder, and he was misbehaving,'' Brindley said. ``He had some kind of a sponge and was throwing it. He wasn't being mean. He was just being ornery.'' The teacher, a 21-year veteran of the district, ``just kind of snapped,'' Brindley said. Superintendent Tom Anderson said the teacher, whose name was not released, directed two other students to help her tape Tommy to his desk. The family is still considering pursuing criminal charges and a lawsuit, Brindley said. Police did not immediately return a call

Still No New Deal Between RVD & WWE RVD may head to SD! before his contract expires... Rob Van Dam's WWE contract expires this July and he has yet to sign a new deal. Right now, most believe that RVD will be moved to Smackdown if Edge is moved to RAW. Credit: Torch Newsletter

They don't bash auto racing. Yeah they do. On PTI, they did mail time. There was a question about Nascar, and Tony said something about who cares about Nascar, and they went back to the last question. I'm not a NASCAR fan in anyway but, it is very popular and gets great ratings. So, alot of people care about it.

Smallville preview: Clark gets a panicked phone call from Lana in which he hears her being killed. When he finds out the call is from the future, he tries to change the present.

Randy Savage To Be In Next Legends Of Wrestling Game Madness joins the cast... 'MACHO MADNESS' TO BE UNLEASHED IN ACCLAIM ENTERTAINMENT, INC.'S 'SHOWDOWN: LEGENDS OF WRESTLING' Company Signs Exclusive Agreement with 'Randy 'Macho Man' Savage' to Join its Ultimate Wrestling Video Game Supercard GLEN COVE, NY, March 03, 2004 - The "madness" that captivated the world of professional wrestling will once again rule the squared circle, as Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ.SC: AKLM) today announced that it has exclusively signed Randy 'Macho Man' Savage to appear in SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling. Currently under development with Acclaim Studios Austin, SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling features signature entrances and taunts for each of its 70+ Legends and an array of bone-breaking matches, including Table, First Blood, Iron Man, Hardcore, Ladder, Cage and Battle Royal. "Every sport has a handful of legendary athletes who possess an extraordinary ability to connect with the fans," said Brian Shields, Brand Manager for Acclaim. "Randy 'Macho Man' Savage is one of those athletes and we're thrilled to announce his involvement in SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling. Wrestling fans of all ages have been waiting to see this legend back inside the ring and heat things up the way that only the Macho Man can." "OH YEAH! The Madness is back! The thought of returning to the ring with Acclaim for SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling gives the Macho Man goose bumps," said Randy 'Macho Man' Savage. "Don't be mistaken; I'm not here to make friends. I'm here to drop the big elbow on anyone who gets in my way. I've been on one side my whole career and that's mine. I've made it clear who I'm gunnin' for - the only question is, 'will he accept my challenge?' Find out this June, as the most dangerous man in the history of professional wrestling returns. Dig it!" Exclusive images of Savage can be viewed at Acclaim's SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling Web site (www.legendsshowdown.com). Fans can visit the site and register to become part of "The Legends Legion," a free membership that qualifies them to receive ongoing email updates highlighting the latest gameplay and talent announcements. The SHOWDOWN site also provides visitors with exclusive product information and free downloadable content. A second-generation professional wrestler since 1975, Randy 'Macho Man' Savage is a six-time World Heavyweight Champion. One of the sport's most successful and popular wrestlers, Randy 'Macho Man' Savage has also achieved mainstream celebrity status outside of the squared circle. Recognized by many as the official spokesperson for Slim Jim products, Savage also starred in Sony Films' "Spider-Man" and most recently released his debut Rap album titled, "Be A Man." Randy 'Macho Man' Savage is the latest addition to the roster of more than 70 legends who appear in SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling, including Sting, Diamond Dallas Page, 'The American Dream' Dusty Rhodes, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts and Ultimate Warrior. Additional wrestlers will continue to be announced over time, and join such all-time greats as: * Mr. Fuji * Bret "Hitman" Hart * Rocky Johnson * "Mouth of the South" Jimmy Hart * Owen Hart * "Rowdy" Roddy Piper * Harley Race * "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner * Rick Steiner * Big John Studd * Kerry Von Erich * Abdullah The Butcher * King Kong Bundy * Rick Martel * Nikolai Volkoff * 'Hot Stuff' Eddie Gilbert * Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan * The Dynamite Kid * 'Superstar' Billy Graham * Iron Sheik * 'Mr. Wonderful' Paul Orndorff * British Bulldog * Dory Funk, Jr. * Hacksaw Jim Duggan * Ivan Putski * Jerry 'The King' Lawler * Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka * Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat * Sabu * The Sheik * Terry Funk SHOWDOWN: Legends of Wrestling will be available in June 2004 across the next-generation systems at suggested retail process to be determined. For more information on this game, please visit www.legendsshowdown.com.

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Singleton To Develop & Direct Luke Cage Movie Latest on first black Marvel superhero movie... John Singleton is set to develop and direct the upcoming movie based on Marvel's Luke Cage comic series. Cage is Marvel's first black superhero. Framed for a crime he didn't commit, the comic told the story of a prisoner who volunteers himself for an experiment which accidentally gives him superhero powers. Luke Cage uses these powers to escape and become a hero. Credit: Hollywood Reporter, Cinecon.com

Well I think the that reason The Rock was pushed so good was because he doesn't look black at all. Hell I don't know that many fans that know he's half black. And I think that one of the main reason why Rock has had a great push because hasn't played a stereotype, etc. If he was full black I doubt he'd be anywhere near the top as he is. Hell he'd be feuding with Booker about who the better robber.

WWE RAW & Weekend Ratings WMXX not impacting ratings... - WWE RAW did a 3.8 rating off hours of 3.7 and 3.9. That rating is down from a 3.9 last week. With WrestleMania XX just two weeks away, anticipation for the show has failed to boost ratings at all as it traditionally does. - Velocity did a 0.9; Confidential did a 0.6; Heat did a 0.9. Credit: PWInsider.com

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I don't think it has anything to do with the fight with Mack. Remember Hurricane is a is popular CW and Heidenriech is BY GAWD HOSS so of course the hoss wins no matter how awful he is in the ring or unover.

Anyone else think that if the mom does get charged she's going to turn around and sue the store for taking so long?

http://www.komotv.com/stories/30001.htm Yeah sure it's the store's fault that you left your baby in the car for 45 minutes. Dumb bitch.

Oh that was you that said that? Sorry dude didn't know that was you.

Anyone else think Foley looked like a chicken when he turned down Orton challenge? I mean he hates Orton so much that he turns down a one on one match. Yes I know why he did it but, Foley could have asked for a steel cage match. Or before WM Foley becames Jack and during WM Jack takes Batista and Flair in sneak attack with a steel chair so they would be to hurt to help Orton.

You forgot Bob Holly. Holly would be to busy trying to stiff Maven to do any dropkicks.

Hell tonight Cade and Jindrak didn't get any heat what so ever on a night were the crowd was hot for just about anyone. And when they won the match that just killed the crowd.

Or Foley will talk about how bad the current direction/storylines in the WWE are and how he doesn't want to be a part of them but, the minute Vince flashes some cash at him or tells him he can shill his new book Foley is right there like whore.

Let me remind you--a few months before reappearing he said that he didn't think the Nash/HHH angle was bad, and is not ashamed to have taken part in it. Does anyone remember awhile back when Vince asked Foley to join the writing team or something like that with the writing? Why do I have the feeling if he did he'd just be a yesman and the angles would be just as bad or worst.

This is what got me. HA yeah right. The last few on air talent like Coach and Cole weren't fans to begin with and even if a cadidate did know lots about the WWE you just know JR aint going to hire him.