BBQ, Bible and Abe chase racism from rib joint Sep 5, 2009
Abe's sits at The Crossroads, the landmark spot at Highways 49 and 61 in Clarksdale where legend has it that blues king Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil. Two giant guitars jut into the sky marking the spot where the deal went down. (CNN)
Scent of Raisins Aug 30, 2009
It helps that his wife s family owns Robert Johnson Farms, a table-grape-and-raisin farm in Madera. Food life list. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Music Man Murray prepares to spin last record Aug 24, 2009
There, Weiss says, he discovered a trove of old 78s by blues legends Robert Johnson and Charlie Patton and pre-World War II jazz recordings by Louis Armstrong. If he were younger and had more time, Murray says, maybe he would stick around and try to reissue some of his rarities on CD.. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Filmmaker impressed during quick area tour Aug 14, 2009
Schriver said the main draw of the area, of course, is the almost legendary life of blues great Robert Johnson, who allegedly sold his soul to the devil in order to be the greatest blues musician who ever lived. But Schriver also took the filmmaker and his team, which included Charles Ray, who was the art director for "The Godfather," to Brookhaven to do a quick run-through of the Mississippi School of the Arts. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Thousands expected for Eunice Kennedy Shriver wake Aug 13, 2009
(AP Photo/Eric J. Shelton) Surrounded by Special Olympians, Robert Johnson, President and CEO of Special Olympics Massachusetts, leads the crowd in an enthusiastic 'thank you cheer' for the late Eunice Kennedy Shriver during a press conference outside the Special Olympics Headquarters in Marlborough, Mass. on Tuesday Aug. 11, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Paying tribute to a leader who changed their world Aug 12, 2009
It was absolutely pioneering, said Robert Johnson, president of the Massachusetts chapter of the Special Olympics. Johnson said town officials were reluctant to let Shriver establish the camp. (Boston Globe)
The "Flat Is the New Up" Gabfest Aug 8, 2009
The first, from listener Robert Johnson, is The Given Day by Dennis Lehane, read by Michael Boatman. Robert describes the story as "a real tour de force, weaving baseball, Tulsa race riots, the Boston police strike, and Attorney General Palmer together." Emily makes the second recommendation: Rikki Tikki Tavi by Rudyard Kipling, read by January Houck. (Slate)
A trove of Woody Guthrie gems are brought to light Aug 2, 2009
It s not quite like trying to figure out how [blues legend] Robert Johnson died, but there is a Da Vinci Code aspect to it. Jeff Jones, then president of Columbia s Legacy label and now CEO of Apple Corps, suggested they visit Pomeroy, who works in a studio in the attic of a Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, brownstone. (Boston Globe)
VISTA: Teens suspected of $18,000 damage to water park Jul 31, 2009
VISTA: Teens suspected of 18,000 damage to water park : North County Times - Californian 07-30-2009. Entertainment Extras. (North County Times)
Orcutt campers get footloose Jul 30, 2009
Camper Robert Johnson, 10, will be in fifth grade at the Orcutt Academy next school year. The Orcutt resident has been playing soccer for several years. (Santa Maria Times)
Organic movement sprouts new crop of farmers Jul 25, 2009
"It's almost expected," says Michelle Shackelford of Robert Johnson Farms, a 450-acre conventional farm in Madera that grows raisins and table grapes. After working in San Francisco as a Goldman Sachs analyst and a buyer at Williams-Sonoma corporate headquarters, Shackelford returned home about five years ago. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Tuesday Trivia: Rock 'N' Roll Urb... Jul 14, 2009
Robert Johnson sold his soul to the devil in order to play guitar like a demon. owned the Elephant Man s bones. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Sports news briefs: 7/12/09 Jul 12, 2009
Dr. Robert Johnson was inducted posthumously. Boxing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Are ... Jul 7, 2009
Paying homage: Buddy Holly, Jimi Hendrix and Robert Johnson ... Clapton's is first, choosing Robert Johnson's "Ramblin' On My Mind." It may as well have been the thick summer air and the country roads of Mississippi, not winter in New York City, because that's where Clapton carries the listener. (Suite101.com)
Radio-quiet Gamma-ray Pulsars Discovered Jul 3, 2009
"These are the first pulsars ever detected by gamma rays alone, and already we've found 16," said coauthor Robert Johnson, professor of physics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. "The existence of a large population of radio-quiet pulsars was suspected prior to this, but until Fermi was launched, only one radio-quiet pulsar was known, and it was first detected in x-rays.". (Science Daily)
To make a town, you need a newspaper Jul 2, 2009
That was something that Gazette city editor Robert Johnson couldn t abide. After all, Johnson was the grandson on his mother s side of J.C. Avery. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Everyone gets a home run on this field of dreams Jun 29, 2009
It s a wonderful thing they are doing, said his grandfather, Robert Johnson of Ste. Genevieve. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Neighborhood Community of Newnan seized Jun 27, 2009
Robert Johnson, CharterBank CEO, said the acquisition was an extension of his bank s West Georgia market closer to Atlanta, along the Interstate 85 corridor. CharterBank is headquartered near the Alabama/Georgia border along I-85, and operates branches throughout the border region. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Closing dealerships may not be the most frugal choice for GM, Chrysler Jun 18, 2009
Other dealerships, like the ones owned by BET television CEO Robert Johnson, and former members of the Clinton White House remained untouched, while their Republican contributing competitors in the same area were shut down. www. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Orlando Johnson: A Great Example Jun 18, 2009
When his grandmother passed, the responsibilities fell to his brothers, Jamell Damon, Sr., and Robert Johnson. "My brothers really started raising me when my mom passed," he recalled. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Columbia considers banning bike harassment (1740) Jun 18, 2009
Robert Johnson of the PedNet Coalition of Columbia has worked with the city on the ordinance for about three months. He says he frequently sees motorists honking and cursing at bicyclists during courses his group provides in Columbia. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
US cities may have to be bulldozed in order to survive, Tom Leonard, The Telegraph Jun 17, 2009
" This statement is not completely true. For the past year Flint's downtown has been going thru a renaissance with the U of M's dorms, the student housing renovations at the Character Inn as well as the restoration of the Durant Hotel for additional student housing. Downtown Flint is on it's way back! Cliff on June 15, 2009 at 07:23 PM The article "downsizing" as the brainchild of Mr. Kildee in Flint. However, he got the idea from our mayor - Jay Williams - in Youngstown, Ohio.... (Harper's Magazine)
Raffled guitar helps out local person in need Jun 2, 2009
Robert Johnson III hands a custom guitar to Debbie Vincent as Joe Thurman hands her a check for 829 raised in the Simply the Blues weekend raffle of the guitar ... The lucky winner of the guitar was Robert Johnson III. He is often seen at local music events. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
African-American Theatre Festival focuses on lives of women, girls May 29, 2009
This year's fest features four productions: "Mother G," by Robert Johnson; "The Children's Hour," by Lillian Hellman; and two one-act plays by Parker, "Feathers on My Arms . . . Zora Neale Flying High" and "Bess the Brave," which run in tandem. "Mother G" is about a courageous woman who stands up to her pastor to stop an injustice within her church, based on a true story from 1963. (Boston Globe)
Space talk: PES discusses building use May 29, 2009
The committee has also met with architect Robert Johnson who has given a professional evaluation on the condition of the district buildings. Superintendent Tim Smith said the architect had no major concerns about the PES buildings. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
A city of talent May 27, 2009
The four festival plays are tonight's "Mother G" (below) by Robert Johnson (for ages 12 and older), followed on other dates by Lillian Hellman's "The Children's Hour" (ages 10 and older), and Parker's "Feathers on My Arms . . . Zora Neale Flying High" with "Bess the Brave" (ages 10 and older). "Mother G" is tonight at 7:30. (Boston Globe)
Johnson scouting buyers for Bobcats May 23, 2009
owner Robert Johnson is making a more aggressive push to find additional investors for the team, tapping his longtime investment banker to seek prospective buyers. led by Sal Galatioto, began a more active campaign several weeks ago to identify potential buyers for the NBA franchise, an industry source with knowledge of the situation told the Charlotte Business Journal on Friday. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Noted Southern California Art Dealer Brings His Passion and His Stable of Lowbrow/Pop Culture Artists to Dallas May 13, 2009
" Her award-winning illustrations have been recognized as being among "the best and most cutting-edge" in the country. Von Buhler is the author of the popular children's "The Cat Who Wouldn't Come Inside," published by Houghton Mifflin. In the celebrity-written benefit book she illustrated a story by . CVB Space, von Buhler's art studio in Manhattan's Meatpacking District, has been featured in , , (starring , , and ) and (starring ).MIGUEL PAREDESWhen you overlay colors and stories, no one is... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
No front-runner emerges among familiar faces May 3, 2009
Former Jackson Police Chief Robert Johnson and Hinds County Tax Collector Eddie Fair rounded out the measurable end of the poll, with 3 ... In the race for second choice, Robert Johnson (4 percent) and Eddie Fair (3. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Berklee scholarship winners ready to face the music May 3, 2009
Recently, Williams earned his scholarship by winning a talent showcase in Crystal Springs, organized by the Robert Johnson Blues Museum ... He will perform Saturday at the Robert Johnson Birthday Blast, a festival at Lake Chautauqua Park in Crystal Springs. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Columbia Academy hosts Appreciation Dinner Apr 29, 2009
Five-year service awards were given to Susan Adkisson, Jenny Johnson, Robert Johnson, Frances McKennon, Diane Primm and Betty Randolph. Ten-year award recipients are Eric Bryant, Nancee Glasgow, Betty Hardison, Anna Holmes, Christi Parsons, Rebekah Spears and Christy Thrasher. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Music review: Australian Chamber Orchestra Apr 29, 2009
Still, the lyrical phrases of Handel's more intimate writing registered beautifully, and in "Va tacito e nascosto" from "Giulio Cesare," ably partnered by hornist Robert Johnson, Scholl created a strong dramatic scene without worrying too much about vocal weight. The rest of the orchestral program was splendidly played - particularly "From the Monkey Mountains Suite," arranged by Tognetti from the vividly folkloric String Quartet No. 2 by the Czech-Jewish composer Pavel Haas (one of the group of... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Name recognition key in mayor race Apr 19, 2009
" Jones has spent money on his Web site, . He's running for office "electronically," he said. But, as of midweek, the owner of Access Telecommunications had not received a single campaign contribution through his Web site, he said. Jones may be one of the under-underdogs, and if experts are giving any of them a chance, they aren't talking. The overdogs, or at least the best-known candidates, include: Melton, former Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. - whom Melton defeated in a landslide in 2005 - state... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Lessons from Columbine: More security, outreach in schools Apr 14, 2009
Principal Robert Johnson makes it a point to interact with his students each day at Addison Middle School in Roanoke, Va ... "The little things," says Principal Robert Johnson, "can lead to big things.". (USA Today -- News)
PROGRAMS: How schools, parents, citizens help prevent violence Apr 14, 2009
Principal Robert Johnson can monitor some 33 cameras from his office in Addison Middle School in Roanoke, Va. TIPS FOR MOM AND DAD. (USA Today -- News)
Ex-DA bows out of race for mayor Apr 11, 2009
"My hope is a few more people will drop out," former Jackson Police Chief Robert Johnson said with a chuckle. Erik Fleming, a campaign coordinator for incumbent Mayor Frank Melton, wished Peterson well before saying, "hopefully we can get her support in the runoff.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
2009 Rock Hall Inductees Honor Pop's Subgenres Apr 5, 2009
To cover their flanks from critical nitpickers, Rock Hall organizers included blues legend Robert Johnson, jazz great Miles Davis and hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash among those who have been inducted. In all likelihood, all of them would like flitch at the thought that they were playing rock 'n' roll. (KCRA 3, CA)
N.H. Senate considers tree cutting bill after storm Mar 27, 2009
Robert Johnson of the state Farm Bureau, which represents 5,000 farmers, said the bill erodes those rights. He noted the bill allows for tree "removal," and said that means a utility could keep wood from a tree it hauled away. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Camera-based fines nixed Mar 25, 2009
" In Jackson, fines totaling $500,000 to $600,000 have been collected, Walker said. "About half of that has gone to the city," he said. The other half went to ATS. As of mid-February, the city had mailed out more than 21,000 tickets, a small fraction of the total number of citations issued. But Rep. Robert Johnson, D-Natchez, who was originally for the traffic-camera ban, has changed his mind. "After talking to law enforcement officials and people I trust, I believe there are compelling reasons... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Man admits owning child pornography Mar 25, 2009
Grave's co-defendant, Robert Johnson Jr., 18, of 7 Arlington Ave., Auburn, also faces up to four years in prison after he pleaded guilty in county court last week to four counts of burglary for his involvement. Graves is scheduled to be sentenced on May 5. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Local musician Katie Brandeburg goes to her roots to find inspiration Mar 25, 2009
Brandeburgs father is a musician and although she grew up in a house filled with music, she said she didnt always appreciate her dads music and his influences, like Bob Dylan and Robert Johnson, until later on in life. I didnt like his guitar playing, Brandeburg said. (The Daily Universe, UT)
How To Use the Blue Notes For Guita... Mar 24, 2009
Consider this lick below, similar to the riff used by Eric Clapton on his cover of Robert Johnson s Crossroads (actually, Johnson called it Crossroad Blues). The Seventh is in italics. (Suite101.com)
Officials back off closing Gladys Mar 19, 2009
Dr. Robert Johnson, Campbell County assistant superintendent, spoke to the board and those in attendance about the division's proposed budget. "There are a lot of unanswered questions. We're going to use the stimulus money the best we know how," he said, adding the division will proceed with caution because federal money comes with stipulations. (Altivista Journal, VA)
More of this story Mar 18, 2009
High School: Nick Adams, Stephanie Bierbaum, Pam Bosanko, Tony Chambers, Lonni Davis, Tammy Freeman, Beth Gannaway, Paula Gathings, Mary Ellen Givens, Margaret Green, Christy Holland, Robert Johnson, Bert Martin, Marty Martin, Teresa Martin, Betty McDill, Patti Meeks, Norma Mondragon, Deeanna Moon, Carol Moyers, Tim Outlaw, Gail Pennington, Kim Pounds, Anne Porter, Connie Rodgers, Marty Sartin, Sheila Sartin, Susan Stanley, David Streeter, Kim Veazey, Don Wallace, Brenda Wayne and Cheryl Whaley.... (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Slammers win season title Mar 17, 2009
Members of the team are from left, Matt Brown, Sam Crandall, Jazarius Zachery, Tre Jones, Caroline Chance, Chris Hill, Elray Lee, Billy Thurman and Robert Johnson. Coaches are Tommy McEwen, left, and Robby Johnson, right. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
18 running for Jackson mayor Mar 7, 2009
Former Police Chief Robert Johnson, state Sen. John Horhn and former Mayor Harvey Johnson Jr. are some of the more recognizable names on the Democratic side of the ticket. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Editor's Mailbag (March 3) (16) Mar 4, 2009
Robert Johnson, Sweet Home. Slow down on 18th S.W.. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
There is much support for Measure W Feb 28, 2009
I am writing to Mr. McCarty in response to his paid advertisement aimed at John Johnson, Robert Johnson and Pat Patrick for supporting Measure W.. My first question is, why are you singling out only these three people. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Johnson Disappointed By TV One's FCC Filing Againt Urban Television Feb 27, 2009
Black Entertainment Television founder Robert Johnson Thursday expressed "disappointment" with a recent TV One Federal Communications Commission filing in opposition of Johnson's bid to launch an upstart, urban-targeted network. In a letter to TV One chairman Alfred Liggins, Johnson said he was "disappointed and puzzled" as to TV One's Feb. 19 FCC filing that opposes digital must-carry for networks such as Johnson's Urban Television, LLC network. (Multichannel News)
Former Marine teaches SHS students about Americanism Feb 18, 2009
The answer comes to rest on a chosen way of life not merely a physical location, according to retired Major Robert Johnson, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He spoke to Sealy High School students on Friday during the annual Americanism program, hosted by the Sealy American Legion and Sealy American Legion Auxiliary Unit. (Sealy News, TX)
The image of a burgeoning business Feb 15, 2009
The pair pointed to two Framingham State professors as inspirations to them, including Communication Arts professor Robert Johnson and English professor Arthur Nolletti. Nolletti, who also teaches film studies at the school and holds open viewings of international films, said he was happy to hear his former students had gone into business for themselves. (Framingham TAB, MA)
2008 Blues Challenge Finals are this week Feb 8, 2009
Close your eyes to hear the passages of the Deltamen like Skip James, Charlie Patton, Tommy Johnson, with a song or two by Fred McDowell or Robert Johnson. Even as a young man, his musical depth will make you wonder just who gave him this talent. (Middletown Press, CT)
A political entry to the Grammys Feb 7, 2009
Oldest nominee Blues pianist Pinetop Perkins, 95, was born two years after devil-collaborating guitarist Robert Johnson. Sign the Grammys are overhyped Wednesday's broadcast of Katie Couric's All Access Grammy Special, in which Taylor Swift was unable to provide a single example of John McCain ever leading the charge for more Wall Street oversight. (Globe and Mail)
TO THE NEXT LEVEL Feb 7, 2009
The other Roneagles were Jewell Ratliff (Louisiana-Lafayette), Terry McGill (Grambling), and Kedrick Morris, Jabriel Jones and Robert Johnson (Mississippi College). White joins former McDonogh 35 players Terrence Moore (Nebraska, 2007) and Derreck Dean (Louisiana-Lafayette, 2008) in keeping the Roneagles' streak alive. (Nola.com -- Sports)
