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Medal of Freedom Winners 2011

President Barack Obama honored 15 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom during a ceremony from the White House today. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is presented to individuals recognized for "especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or...

The Works: Donnie Walsh Is Keeping Wilson Chandler

Today in The Works: What to make of Stephon Marbury's China odyssey; some proposed Hall of Famer fashion lines; and previewing the third season of "Merlin". But first, what's ahead for Wilson Chandler and the Knicks?. Wilson Chandler Can't Lose Yesterday, Knicks president Donnie Walsh proclaimed loudly for all the...

Obama to Give George H.W. Bush, Warren Buffett Presidential Medal of Freedom

(Nov. 17) -- Get elected president, win 11 NBA championships or become Warren Buffett, and you too may receive a Presidential Medal of Freedom. The White House announced today that President Barack Obama has named 15 recipients of the nation's highest civilian honor -- the Presidential Medal of Freedom -- to be presented...

The Works: Opening Day Thoughts

Today in the Works, Ziller preaches liberated fandom; Charles Barkley shows off his Nets knowledge. But first, we blab about our book, which comes today. History Never Stops As some of you may have heard, Ziller and myself -- along with a grip of collaborators -- are behind FreeDarko Presents: The Undisputed Guide to...

Former Celtic Larry Siegfried Dies, Never Impressed by Boston's Resurgence

After a while, the calls all sounded the same. In February 2008, while working for the now-defunct Rocky Mountain News, I talked to many former Boston stars about the Celtics' resurgence, which eventually culminated with Boston winning the NBA title for the first time in 22 years. I dialed up Hall of Famers Bob Cousy,...

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Michael Giltz: Theater: Best Man Squeaks Out Win; Now. Here. This. Scattered

The Best Man is set primarily in hotel rooms at a brokered convention in Philadelphia in 1960.

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05/23/12 Fan Line for May 24: Callers support coach Bill... Source: The Patriot-News - Harrisburg PA AS A 2007 ALUMNUS OF PENN STATE, a Nittany Lion fan, and a resident of State College, I can assure you that Bill and Colleen O'Brien are welcome in Happy Valley.
05/22/12 Culvert issue to go to State AG Source: The Desoto County Tribune - Olive Branch MS DeSoto County Supervisors voted Monday to ask for a State Attorney General's Opinion regarding whether county officials can replace a damaged culvert on Odom Road south of Dean Road. District 3 Supervisor Bill Russell was adamant about the fact it was illegal for county officials to make any improvements on the county right-of-way benefitting a private property owner.
05/16/12 [New York] Bill Russell-Peter Melnick Musical Last... Source: Tobacco.org The Last Smoker in America, a new musical comedy, will make its New York premiere July 11 upstairs at the Westside Theatre with an official opening Aug. 2.
05/16/12 Design for Bill Russell statue unveiled Source: Telegram & Gazette - Worcester MA BOSTON The design for a statue of Boston Celtics great Bill Russell has been unveiled.
05/16/12 Russell & Smith Honda Recognized by WomenCertifiedÂ®... Source: PRWeb Houston, TX (PRWEB) May 16, 2012 Russell & Smith Honda, one of the largest Honda dealers in the state of Texas by sales volume, was recently recognized for it's customer service.

Background on bill russell

William Felton "Bill" Russell (born February 12, 1934) is a retired American professional basketball player who played center for the Boston Celtics of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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