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Christian Chronicle

The Rookie, Part 2: Jim Morris’ life takes more extraordinary turns

THE ROOKIE, PART 2: After the movie about his life, Jim Morris’ journey takes more extraordinary turns (reporting from Abilene, Texas). Page 1. First Place, Interview, Associated Church Press By Bobby Ross Jr. | The Christian Chronicle ABILENE, Texas — Go play catch with Jim Morris. The Jim Morris, that is. The one whose real-life story Dennis Quaid portrayed in the 2002 Disney feature film “The Rookie.” … Continue reading The Rookie, Part 2: Jim Morris’ life takes more extraordinary turns

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Christian Chronicle

No football feud: Harrells and McCoys on friendly terms

No football feud: Harrells and McCoys on friendly terms. Inside Story. CASCADE: THE FINAL YEAR – Closing strikes blow to Pacific Northwest. Page 1 lead. New England churches struggle to fill pulpits (reporting from Manchester, N.H.). Page 1. Phil Sanders to join ‘Search’ TV ministry (reporting from Edmond, Okla.). Page 5. In time of war, caring for the families at home (reporting from Spokane, Wash.). … Continue reading No football feud: Harrells and McCoys on friendly terms

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Associated Press

In fight over proposed Cowboys stadium, some ask: Where’s Jerry?

October 31, 2004, Sunday, BC cycle In fight over proposed Cowboys stadium, some ask: Where’s Jerry? BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional; Sports News LENGTH: 916 words DATELINE: ARLINGTON, Texas Where’s Jerry? In a $5 million-plus blitz to persuade Arlington voters to approve a new Dallas Cowboys stadium in a referendum Tuesday, supporters have touted the benefits of luring … Continue reading In fight over proposed Cowboys stadium, some ask: Where’s Jerry?

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Associated Press

Major leagues’ only full-time chaplain a confidant for Astros

The Associated Press September 30, 2004, Thursday, BC cycle Major leagues’ only full-time chaplain a confidant for Astros BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., AP Religion Writer SECTION: Sports News LENGTH: 750 words DATELINE: HOUSTON When Houston Astros starting pitcher Pete Munro arrived at the ballpark on a recent Saturday, a white-haired man with an easy smile greeted him and slipped him a handwritten message. A … Continue reading Major leagues’ only full-time chaplain a confidant for Astros

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Associated Press

Arlington voters to decide whether Cowboys stadium worth expense

The Associated Press State & Local Wire August 24, 2004, Tuesday, BC cycle Arlington voters to decide whether Cowboys stadium worth expense BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional; Sports News LENGTH: 754 words DATELINE: ARLINGTON, Texas As America’s Team bids to become Arlington’s team, Mayor Robert Cluck insists he’s not enamored by the star on the Dallas Cowboys’ helmet. … Continue reading Arlington voters to decide whether Cowboys stadium worth expense

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Associated Press

Amid scandal, Baylor tries to return to normalcy

September 6, 2003, Saturday, BC cycle Amid scandal, Baylor tries to return to normalcy BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Domestic News; Sports News LENGTH: 789 words DATELINE: WACO, Texas In its 158 years, Baylor University has weathered its share of storms, from Wild West gun battles in the late 1800s to a furor over four students posing for Playboy in 1980. … Continue reading Amid scandal, Baylor tries to return to normalcy

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Associated Press

After 25 seasons, life as baseball announcer still thrills Nadel

August 16, 2003, Saturday, BC cycle After 25 seasons, life as baseball announcer still thrills Nadel BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS JR., Associated Press Writer SECTION: State and Regional; Sports News LENGTH: 926 words DATELINE: ARLINGTON, Texas Thirty minutes before welcoming listeners to “the beautiful Ballpark in Arlington,” Eric Nadel and his partner, Vince Cotroneo, swing open the windows of the Texas Rangers’ air-conditioned radio booth … Continue reading After 25 seasons, life as baseball announcer still thrills Nadel

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All-star lineup delves into business side of baseball

February 21, 2003, Friday, BC cycle All-star lineup delves into business side of baseball BYLINE: By BOBBY ROSS Jr., Associated Press Writer SECTION: Sports News LENGTH: 635 words DATELINE: NASHVILLE, Tenn. A struggling stock market has caused some owners to cut back on spending, a top baseball official said Friday. Sandy Alderson, executive vice president for baseball operations in the commissioner’s office, cited “lousy investments” by Texas Rangers owner Tom Hicks … Continue reading All-star lineup delves into business side of baseball

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