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Wednesday, May 20, 2009
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Smart Bombs: Marriage on the rocks
May 20, 2009 in Opinion on Page A13 Did you notice the change in your marriage this week? A lack of desire to procreate? Or, perhaps, just a general sense that it wasn’t as special as it once …
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Our View: Cooperation on emissions rules was long overdue
May 20, 2009 in Opinion on Page A13 It is fitting that President Barack Obama was flanked by officials from California and Michigan in announcing new nationwide rules for fuel mileage and auto emissions. Those two states have …
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Leonard Pitts Jr.: Convictions nothing to cheer
May 20, 2009 in Opinion on Page A13 Like the Mounties, they finally got their men. And all it took was three years, three trials and millions of taxpayer dollars. At that price, you’d like to feel a …
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Braves denies Lewis and Clark’s bid for state berth
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B1 Lewis and Clark’s baseball date with destiny ended unfulfilled Wednesday as the Tigers were jilted for another suitor. The District 8 champions were beaten 7-4 by Columbia Basin Big Nine …
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Fast Break: Injured NFL coach back at practice
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B1 For 05-20-2009
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Notebook: Shock reunions off, on
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B1 One reunion will go off as scheduled and one won’t when the Spokane Shock entertain Central Valley on Saturday night. Former Shock quarterback Jason Murrietta, off to a strong start …
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Angels show how it’s done
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B1 SEATTLE – The Seattle Mariners got an in-your-face lesson Tuesday night in what it takes to compete with the L.A. Angels. The Angels hit balls through the infield holes and …
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Blanchette: Cougars, Bulldogs baseball models of resiliency
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B1 The publicity photo you never see is the one snapped in April with the baseball diamonds at either Gonzaga or Washington State freshly blanketed in white after an out-of-left-field snowstorm. …
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In brief: Bryant’s Lakers edge Anthony’s Nuggets in opener
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B2 Kobe Bryant scored 40 points, including six free throws in the final 30 seconds, to lift Los Angeles to a 105-103 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Los Angeles on …
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Today’s Best
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B2 Dontrelle Willis Allowed one hit in 61/3 shutout innings to lead the Detroit Tigers past the Texas Rangers 4-0.
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Newsmakers
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B2 Treated Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon had an injection in his back to help ease the pain he’s had for more than a year, and he said he’ll be able …
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Prep soccer: Kamiak’s two-goal rally stuns Mead
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B3 While Kamiak’s players slapped hands, hugged and even did a few flips, the Mead boys sulked on their bench at Joe Albi Stadium. A few yards away and moments after …
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Prep roundup: LC upsets U-Hi, earns regional berth
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B3 The sixth-seeded Lewis and Clark softball team is headed to the 4A regional tournament. Kendall Pavey’s two-out single drove in the winning run as the Tigers upset No. 2 University …
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On the Air
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B4 For 05-20-2009
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Today’s menu
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B4 For 05-20-2009
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Horses, inmates get second chances together
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B4 COLLINSVILLE, Ill. – Pete Luce was a bundle of nerves the first time he stood next to a towering former racehorse, knowing he could be seriously injured or killed with …
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Baseball notebook: Bad news for Chavez
May 20, 2009 in Sports on Page B5 Oakland Athletics third baseman Eric Chavez has a herniated disk and could be facing career-ending surgery if he injuries his back again. Chavez, rehabbing in Arizona, was moved from the …
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Red Lobster to open Monday in Spokane
May 20, 2009 in Food on Page C1 Wood-fire grilled seafood will be on the menu at the new Spokane Red Lobster, 4703 N. Division St., when it opens Monday. The national chain is introducing its new “Bar …
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Vintages delivers style with simplicity
May 20, 2009 in Food on Page C1 Somewhere in the middle of it all, I forgot. I forgot about taking note of every nuance of service, atmosphere and flavor. Instead, I found myself relaxing with other diners …
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Micro-dairy offers minimally pasteurized milk
May 20, 2009 in Food on Page C1 “C’mon girls. C’mon,” Mike Vieira calls out his evening invitation to the ladies in black and white at Spokane’s Family Farm. “C’mon,” he repeats, walking into the pasture, “C’mon. Let’s … 3
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Late apology serves only self
May 20, 2009 in Features on Page C2 Dear Carolyn: A few years ago I got into a relationship with an older (by 10 years) engaged man. I was an emotional mess and he was also in a …
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Horoscope
May 20, 2009 in Features on Page C2 For 05-20-2009
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He’ll take the money and run
May 20, 2009 in Features on Page C2 Woody Allen has agreed to a $5 million settlement in his lawsuit accusing a clothing company of using an image parodying him as a rabbi without his permission. The settlement …
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Glazed chicken grills evenly if par-cooked before barbecued
May 20, 2009 in Food on Page C3 Par-cooking the chicken ensures that the various parts cook through before the skin blackens. This is particularly helpful when using a sugar- or honey-based glaze, which can burn easily. Serve …

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