Business suffering in Postville following raid Jul 7, 2008
Cesar Jochola, the owner of Restaurante Rinconcito Guatelmateco, say he's seen his sales drop 75 percent. But Jochola intends to do everything he can to stay in Postville. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Rev Up The Bat-cycle! Jul 6, 2008
Spun off from the show that launched "Pow!" "Bam!" and "Splat!" into the national lexicon, "Batman: The Movie" pairs the four greatest villains from the show - Cesar Romero's Joker, Burgess Meredith's Penguin, Frank Gorshin's Riddler and Lee Meriwether's Catwoman - in a series of truly ridiculous battles against our dynamic duo. The slew of extras on the Blu-Ray version include commentary by West and Ward, six separate featurettes and isolated score and trivia tracks. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Daring military ruse frees Ingrid Betancourt Jul 3, 2008
But not long after the group was airborne, Betancourt turned around and saw the local commander, alias Cesar, a man who had tormented her for four years, blindfolded and stripped naked on the floor ... Cesar and the other guerrilla aboard had been persuaded to hand over their pistols, then overpowered ... The agents had led Cesar, the local commander overseeing the hostages, to believe he was taking them to Alfonso Cano, the guerrillas' supreme leader to discuss a possible hostage swap. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Bridging Dining Worlds Jun 29, 2008
For Liao, that's meant the now-closed Pearl in Oakland, Aqua in San Francisco and Salamander in Boston; Low has worked at Bay Wolf in Oakland, Cesar in Berkeley and Jardiniere in San Francisco. Their menu for Metro Lafayette has an urbane cafe sensibility. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Young Latinos learn leadership Jun 22, 2008
At weeklong academy, 40 boys are given a taste of college life. By Joe Tash UNION-TRIBUNE. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Univision.com Launches ''En Directo'' with Latin GRAMMY(R) Winner Fonseca Jun 12, 2008
com, said Cesar Conde, executive vice president and chief strategy officer of Univision Communications Inc.. The En Directo microsite includes. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Rain ends X's chance for comeback Jun 5, 2008
June 05, 2008 ONLINE EDITION. Sioux City Explorers' pitcher Dusty Bergman waits for the sign in game action against the Shreveport Sports Tuesday evening, June 4, 2008, at Lewis and Clark Stadium. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
June heats up with art shows Jun 2, 2008
The Cesar E. Chavez Adult Education Center, 2500 Stanislaus St., exhibits Patricia Santana's "Field of Dreams."The Timberline Gallery in Oakhurst, 40982 Highway 41, presents "Inside-Out" through Aug. 3. The show features David Caris (ceramics), Carolyn Hartling (watercolor), Gary Langdon (oils), Margery Mayer (watercolor) and Anita Stoll (pastels). (Fresno Bee)
Studio Art Group at Cesar Chavez paints, laughs, grows together May 29, 2008
RACINE For the roughly 40 members of the Wednesday Studio Art Group at Cesar Chavez Community Center, their weekly gatherings provide an opportunity to learn from one another. Sitting in front of her easel on a recent Wednesday morning Monica West talked about painting and the group. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
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Studio Art Group at Cesar Chavez paints, laughs, grows together ... RACINE For the roughly 40 members of the Wednesday Studio Art Group at Cesar Chavez Community Center, their weekly gatherings provide an opportunity to learn from one another. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Protesters shout at Bush, McCain May 28, 2008
"If I did my job as poorly as this man did his job, I would be fired in a minute," Lisa Blank of Code Pink told a gathering of about 300 people at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza in central Phoenix ... A number of protesters from the Mesa rally took their message to the 5 p.m. demonstration at Cesar Chavez Memorial Plaza. (AZCentral -- News)
Western Iowa Tech graduates GED students May 26, 2008
Lake Elsinore: Cesar Alejandro Flores. Florida. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Zoo says goodbye to famed 'Lady' May 26, 2008
Bronson said it was unclear what reaction the other four giraffes would have to Gretchen's absence, but they would be monitoring females Mary, 21, Zoe, 14, and Angel, 12, as well as Cesar, a 2-year-old male. While zoo workers would miss her, Gullott said, they also all agreed ending her life was necessary. (Baltimore Sun)
In their footsteps: The middle reliever May 16, 2008
But his Minor League power had disguised otherwise disappointing progress, and when the Rangers acquired veteran Bill Haselman in the Sele deal in November 1997, Brown -- who had been surpassed as the organization's top catcher prospect by Double-A teenager Cesar King -- became expendable. Toronto had signed veteran catcher Darrin Fletcher to a two-year, $4. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Treating osteoporosis calls for physician, dentist collaboration: ADA Journal May 16, 2008
The authors were Beatrice J. Edwards, MD, associate professor of medicine, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, and co-author Dr. Cesar A. Migliorati, professor, Oral Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The not-for-profit ADA is the nation's largest dental association, representing more than 156,000 dentist members. (EurekAlert!)
Telefonica to sell Sogecable stake May 10, 2008
Telefonica prexy Cesar Alierta even said in February that Telefonica was "very happy" with its share in Sogecable. Now that has changed and the market is left casting around for explanations. (Variety)
Four author-illustrators to visit Visalia May 9, 2008
He said his visits "couldn't have had better timing," because they have coincided with his research for a book about the childhood of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta. Cepeda has illustrated more than 20 books and wrote and illustrated "The Swing.""I look forward to school visits because I get out and meet my readership," Cepeda said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Northern Spain air/hotel, from $2,479 May 7, 2008
Cesar Rangel / AFP-Getty Images file. Your weather. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Maker Faire DIY gear heads + gadgets = May 3, 2008
Kate Greene has a great apartment on Cesar Chavez near Dolores Street in one of the city's sunniest neighborhoods. But her living room gets as much sunlight as a cave. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Partnership for Prosperity seeks input on regional improvements Apr 22, 2008
The exhibit is at Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights and moves to the Roseville Galleria on Friday before returning to Sacramento's Cesar Chavez Park on May 8. The effort is being made to solicit suggestions for improved amenities such as sports and entertainment venues, museums and art galleries, agri-tourism and other categories. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
More > Apr 22, 2008
Cesar Izturis bunted him over to third base, and Skip Schumaker also jumped on a first-pitch heater, drilling it to center for the winning run. "Being in a pinch-hit situation, you've got to be ready," Barton said. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Art shows bloom in galleries and venues around Fresno Apr 2, 2008
The Gallery 25 Web site, which shows some of her vividly colored creations, states: "Her colorful abstracts and alternative landscapes, printed on Habotai silk, are inspired by the Sierra Nevada and other California settings where she lives."George Elfie Ballis' exhibit featuring photographs documenting the farm labor movement opened in March at the Cesar Chavez Adult Education Center, 2500 Stanislaus St. The show, which runs through May 1, is called "Dream What We Can Become ce." The 155 photos... (Fresno Bee)
Fight Schedule Apr 2, 2008
At Queretaro, Mexico (PPV), Hector Velazquez, Mexico, vs. Elio Rojas, Brooklyn, N.Y., 12, WBC featherweight title eliminator; Bernabe Concepcion, Philippines, vs. Torrence Daniels, Denver, 12, for Concepcion's NABF super bantamweight title; Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr., Mexico, vs. Michele Orlando, Italy, 10, super welterweights. April 30. (International Herald Tribune)
Architecture Is a Team Sport Apr 2, 2008
Photograph of the Agbar Tower on Slate's home page by Cesar Rangel/AFP/Getty Images. Join the Fray: our reader discussion forum What did you think of this article. (Slate)
Cesar Chavez's work celebrated Mar 27, 2008
The life of farmworker leader Cesar Chavez is in the spotlight this week in art exhibits, speeches, marches and other Valley events leading up to the state holiday Monday that marks his birthday ... An exhibit of photographs and banners created by photographer George Ballis is on display 8 a.m.-9 p.m. weekdays at the Cesar E. Chavez Adult Education Center, 2500 Stanislaus St. The exhibit opened March 3 and runs through the end of April ... The event will end with garlanding of the Cesar Chavez... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Iconic British 'caffs' may be fading into history Mar 24, 2008
By Cesar G. Soriano, USA TODAY. Simon Cheung, owner and chef at Alpino cafe in north London, fries up a Full English Breakfast. (USA Today)
Bolivian court suspends vote on proposed constitution Mar 8, 2008
"The National Electoral Court's decision is fair as long as the state electoral courts" also abide by it, said Cesar Navarro, a legislator from Morales' Movement Toward Socialism party. "But it's not fair if the decision only puts the brakes on the national referendum.". (Sioux City Journal, IO)
This month blossoms with Valley art shows Mar 2, 2008
ricas is a tribute to the late farm-labor leader and civil-rights advocate Cesar Chavez. The homage will feature the work of several local artists and could evolve into an annual event. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Part Four: WAITING WAITING WAITING Feb 19, 2008
and I spend a lazy day, taking our goodbyes, ideas of visiting the Don Cesar later being bandied, with one very funny exchange ... We do eventually get out of the hotel room, and drive down the Gulf Boulevard to the Don Cesar ... We meet El Tio and La Tia at the bar in the Don Cesar, the great pink lady of the beach, a wonderful resort, and enjoy a couple of martinis and some appetizers. (BadgerNation.com)
Crowell gets 'slinky' in win Feb 17, 2008
Pride 152-pounder Cesar Padilla received a default victory over Tracy's Dylan Smith because Smith was injured in his semifinal. But 103-pounder Vincent Perez had to wrestle. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Cesars to honor Moreau, Benigni Feb 15, 2008
Feb. 14, 2008, 9:07am PT More News Perry, Keys also have big night at NAACP gala2/14/2008 Post-strike plans under way for awards show2/14/2008 Awards takes place on Feb. 222/14/2008 Writer/director to receive filmmaker award2/13/2008 Director nabs innovative artist award2/13/2008 The French Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced Wednesday that it will honor two European cinema greats at its upcoming 33rd Cesar awards ceremony ... Roberto Benigni, the Italian... (Variety)
Ghost hunter to seek Homer Feb 11, 2008
Meador focuses on ghosts and haunting in two six-week "Paranormal Studies 101" classes she teaches yearly at Cesar Chavez Community Education Center in Fresno. She "absolutely believes" in the paranormal. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Spain gets back pre-Columbus map Feb 7, 2008
A Uruguayan-born researcher, Cesar Gomez Rivero, was charged in the thefts. The Cosmographia map was seized by Australian Federal Police at an art gallery in Sydney after it passed through dealers in Argentina, London and New York, a spokesman for the Spanish library told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity in keeping with government rules. (USA Today -- Tech)
Stolen 15th-Century Map Finds Way Back to Spain Feb 6, 2008
A -born researcher, Cesar Gomez Rivero, was charged in the thefts. Scattered Around the World. (National Geographic)
Australia returns rare 1482 map to Spain Feb 4, 2008
Australia returns rare 1482 map to Spain - Breaking News - National - Breaking News. Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald)
More of this story Feb 2, 2008
The free festival runs Saturday and Sunday at Broadway and Cesar Chavez (see sidebar). In anticipation of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Zhang Yun, consul general of the People's Republic of China, will lead the parade. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
The Art of Retaining Laterals Feb 1, 2008
"The reason we have such a senior person as Sandy doing this is that she can get anything done across the firm," says Greenberg CEO Cesar Alvarez. "[A phone call from Sandy] is equivalent to me calling and saying we have to get this done." (Of the firms we analyzed, Greenberg had the most lateral pickups two years ago, with 87. (Law.com)
Obama-Kennedy alliance recalls iconic times Jan 29, 2008
Robert Kennedy was known for his vocal support for Mexican labor leader Cesar Chavez in the 1960s. And Edward Kennedy's longstanding advocacy for immigration reform has made him an "iconic figure" among some Latinos, said Cecilia Munoz, senior vice president for policy at La Raza, the national Hispanic civil rights organization. (Boston Globe)
Coming attractions: It's 'Quantum' leap for Bond Jan 25, 2008
By Cesar Soriano, Edna Gundersen and Gary Levin, USA TODAY Movies. Bond 22 finally has a title, and it's a mouthful: Quantum of Solace. (USA Today)
Cultural centers might be rebuilt Jan 14, 2008
Oregon State University will hold two forums Tuesday to discuss whether to renovate or to build new structures to house four of its cultural centers: the Asian ic Cultural Center, 2638 N.W. Jackson Ave., the Centro Cultural Cesar Chavez, 1969 A St., the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center, 2320 N.W. Monroe Ave. and the Native American Longhouse at the Corner of 26th Street and Jefferson Way. All four of them are in disrepair. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Loretta Ross headlines Chicagos King events as memorial speaker Jan 11, 2008
Of the weeklong celebration, Ortiz said, Given Dr. King s history of coalition work with other key leaders such as Cesar Chavez, we believe in creating events that are multi-issue and speak to the realities of various communities. This is highlighted by the multi-faceted events for this week. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
Foreclosed Homes the Latest Tourist Site? Dec 22, 2007
Cesar Dias Takes Interested Home Buyers for a Ride on his "Repo Home Tours" ... Cesar Dias, who has been in real estate 18 years, is making sure that the foreclosed houses in his hometown of Stockton, Calif ... But if you ask Cesar Dias why he conjured up Repo HomeTours three months ago he'll tell you it's not about money, or profits, or exploiting the misfortune of others, but about saving neighborhoods in Stockton. (ABC News)
The year in stupid Dec 20, 2007
Canadian artist Cesar Saez announces he plans to build a giant banana, 300 yards long, that will be filled with helium and float over Texas. At year-end, alas, there is still no geostationary banana over Texas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'History and spirit' depicted in new San Luis, Ariz. mural Dec 20, 2007
PHOTOS BY JUANA GYEK/THE SUN "THE HISTORY and Spirit of San Luis, Arizona" is the first permanent piece of public art in the Cesar E. Chavez Cultural Center in San Luis. It's made up of 45 panels and was painted using acrylic paints. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Austin to undergo infrastructure changes Dec 16, 2007
Cesar Chavez conversion. Motorists frustrated by the one-way Cesar Chavez Street downtown got some pleasant news when the Austin City Council approved a two-way traffic conversion project on Oct. 18 ... Rick Colbrunn, project manager for the Cesar Chavez conversion, said progress has been made despite a slow start due to complications with storm sewers. (The Daily Texan, TX)
West wrestlers fall to Roosevelt Dec 14, 2007
125 -- Cesar Gonzalez (W) dec. Wyatt Jackson, 5-3. 130 -- Brandon Rabb (R) pinned Nick Dawdy, :54. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
19 December festivals Dec 7, 2007
Cesar Chavez Plaza, First Avenue and Washington Street, Phoenix. FREE.. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
John Gianvito's ''Profit motive'' is a hushed, hypnotic history Nov 29, 2007
The people's names, as they get closer to us in time, shift from history (distant, done, dead) to politics (near, ongoing, ideologically animate): Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, Fannie Lou Hamer (who has the glorious epitaph "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired"), Dorothy Day, James Baldwin, Cesar Chavez, Philip Berrigan. There are no interviews, no voice-over. (Boston Globe)
Mission restaurant crafted by stone and steel artists Nov 18, 2007
He led Terpeluk to stone carver Nathan Hunt and Jeal's wife, artist Susan Parker, who share Jeal's 7,000-square-foot warehouse atelier in the Islais Creek area near Third and Cesar Chavez streets. Their skill convinced Terpeluk, who could only work weekends, that he could achieve a handcrafted design in San Francisco. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Flash mob 2.0: Urban playground movement invites participation Nov 11, 2007
Hatman, a 27-year-old artist who lives in a warehouse at the east end of Cesar Chavez Street, had sent an e-mail to LaughingSquid. com, a well-read arts and culture blog, which called for like-minded souls to gather at Fifth and Market streets at precisely 5 p.m. on Nov. 2 and let fly the shaving-cream pies. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Cubs run away with titles Nov 8, 2007
Cesar Aguilar was third in 9:59, followed by Kyle Cilia (fourth, 10:33), Brandon Crocker (fifth, 10:35), Alexander DeBaetes (11th, 11:07) and Joseph Silva (18th, 11:38). The seventh-grade girls edged Ralston, 26-29, to win that title. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Casa Grande City Council meetsBuilder left 'prison-like vista,' Avalon resident complains Nov 8, 2007
95 to Southwest Theatre Arts Guild for Education and $2,000 to Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Committee of Pinal County. -- Gave local approval for a liquor license for Mimis Caf. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Offices on Public Garden will be opulent, developer says Nov 7, 2007
The property is being designed by a noted architect, Cesar Pelli. With a premiere address diagonally across from the Public Garden, the location deserves a singular design, Pelli said. (Boston Globe)
At Your Library Nov 1, 2007
Check this book out, then dig that "old stuff' out of the attic and find out what it's worth. "Landscaping With Native Plants of Wisconsin" is the first book designed to help identify and use native plants in home landscaping projects. Plant lists, common problems, and deer resistant plants are explored. Large print "In the Woods" by Tana French is currently on the best-seller list. On a summer evening in 1984, mothers in a Dublin suburb call their children home from play. Three children do not... (Chetek Alert, WI)
Gulfport: A Florida village, reborn by art Oct 31, 2007
Don CeSar Beach Resort and Spa, 3400 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. 1-866-728-2206. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Mother of All Tax Hikes on Small Businesses Oct 27, 2007
Cesar Conda, former domestic policy advisor to Vice President Dick Cheney, is a Senior Fellow at Freedom Works and a Principal of Navigators LLC, a public-affairs firm in Washington D.C. He is also a Senior Economic Policy Advisor to the Mitt Romney for President Campaign ... Cesar Conda, former domestic policy advisor to Vice President Dick Cheney, is a Senior Fellow at Freedom Works and a Principal of Navigators LLC, a public-affairs firm in Washington D.C. He is also a Senior Economic Policy... (Townhall.com)
Will Congress Permanantly Close The Intelligence Gap? Oct 27, 2007
com::Will Congress Permanantly Close The Intelligence Gap. On the blog now: Updated at 6:59 AM. (Townhall.com)
Did Progress Begin with Roe v. Wade? Oct 27, 2007
com::Did Progress Begin with Roe v. Wade. By Janice Shaw Crouse. (Townhall.com)
Sensing victory? Oct 27, 2007
com::Sensing victory. On the blog now: Updated at 6:59 AM. (Townhall.com)
Poetry festival honors many facets of Frost Oct 19, 2007
The poem will be read by poet Rhina Espaillat, with a Spanish translation read by Lawrence resident and poet Cesar Sanchez Beras. Poet XJ Kennedy is also a guest at this year s festival, and will give a keynote address about his friendship and professional association with Frost. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Academy sets overseas entries Oct 18, 2007
Uruguay, "The Pope's Toilet," Enrique Fernandez, Cesar Charlone. Venezuela, "Postcards From Leningrad," Mariana Rondon. (Variety)
The Firing Line: 10/11 Oct 11, 2007
I applaud UT for erecting a statue of Cesar Chavez ... I went to the unveiling of the Cesar Chavez statue on Tuesday, and I was moved by this celebration of a man I worked closely with and loved like a father ... Because of his parents' upbringing and the Chavez family's own experiences as migrant workers, Cesar was endowed early in life with deep convictions about justice. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Shedding light on a hero Oct 10, 2007
Media Credit: Courtney Dudley Kissed by the warm glow of candlelight, Cesar Chavez admirers follow the lyrics to "De Colores" in the final minutes of the candlelight vigil held on the West Mall late Tuesday evening. Media Credit: Bruno MorlanStudent and faculty members of the Cesar E. Chavez committee unveil the new statue of Chavez in front of the Flawn Academic Center ... A statue depicting labor organizer and social activist Cesar Chavez was unveiled Tuesday on UT's West Mall. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Elements of Design: Sound Oct 10, 2007
Acoustician Russell Johnson, who died in August, created a way to physically "tune" architect Cesar Pelli's concert hall in Costa Mesa, California, for specific performances. Three acoustical canopies can be raised or lowered, as can adjustable sound-absorbing curtains and banners. (FastCompany)
Facing threats, journalist leaving Colombia Oct 6, 2007
Repeated calls to the president's press secretary, Cesar Mauricio Velasquez, were not returned. El Nuevo Herald Executive Editor Humberto Castello said the threats were from paramilitaries, illegal far-right militias that have backed the government's tough anti-guerrilla policies. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
