He might beshadowing an apartment managerdealing with suspected drug dealers one day anddiscussing the policing of crimewith veteran detectives the next. Everyday, Stephen Janis aims to be the journalist on the ground, covering crime and corruption stories missed by the mainstream. Janis is an award-winning investigative reporter in Baltimore and co-founder ofInvestigative Voice, a site dedicated to in-depth reporting and holding those in power to account. He is passionate about transforming a traditional craft by maximising its potential online. It is this approach, he told Journalism.co.uk, that gives his site an edge when it comes to competing with mainstream media... http://www.journalism.co.uk/5/articles/540019.php
One of the things I have wanted to do for a while was visit the Newseum in WashingtonD.C. The museum, which is dedicated to journalism, is shiny and new and in a wonderful location right in view of the Capitol on Pennsylvania Avenue. However, unlike the Smithsonian Museums only blocks away, the Newseum is not free. In fact its pretty much $20 for entrance.So I decided I’m going to go with my dad, because a) he loves museums and b) if he goes he’ll pay for me.
Published August 14, 2010 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
... . For more information, contact Timmi Pierce, the executive director of the Historical Society, at 410-848-6494. When he is not busy sharing Mr. Eaton memories, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached atkevindayhoff@gmail.com. Photo of Mike Eaton by Kevin Dayhoff. ...
Published August 16, 2010 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
Most folks in Carroll County have “indubitably” heard of William Granville “Mike” Eaton at some point in their life.“Well, I do declare,” if you are not familiar with Eaton or his extensive legacy in our community, “this too shall pass,” as I will, may “God help ... ...
Kevin E. Dayhoff Almost everyone can reminisce back to the days of their youth and recall the influence of a favorite childhood teacher. For me, I loved school and I have a number of favorite teachers; however, the first among many may very well be my 12th-grade English teacher, William Granville (“Mike”) Eaton.
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Mike Eaton Room to be dedicated at the Historical Society of Carroll County on Sunday, August 22, Noon to 4 P.M.
All students, friends, and colleagues of Mike Eaton are invited to attend a special, progressive event in Cockey’s, 216 East Main Street in Westminster on Sunday, August 22.
There is no charge for attendance but donations will be encouraged.
Attendees should be prepared to share stories and photos and/or to be taped for a “Mike Remembered” DVD to be produced by the CommunityMediaCenter.
TENTATIVE PROGRAM
NOON
Doors open at Cockey’s
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Catering throughout the day by Bud’s at Silver Run courtesy of Evelyn Babylon
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Music throughout the day by Herb Sell
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Continuous showing of Mike’s American Heart Association Roast.
Taping of memories from attendees by Jim Mayola of the CommunityMediaCenter for “Mike Remembered” DVD throughout the event
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1 PM
Greetings and remembrance by Dr. Chuck Ecker
Presentation of Mike’s dictionary stand and dictionary by B. Delores Wardenfelt
Sharing of photos and other memories
2 PM
Greetings and remembrance by Donna Sellman
Ribbon cutting at the Mike Eaton Room by Jim Head
Presentation of bed on loan by Doug Manger
Presentation of Mike’s diplomas and recognition plaques by the Babylon Family
Other sharings
3 PM
Greetings and remembrances by Mo Dutterer
Presentation of “The Nude” by Evelyn Babylon
Video reviews
THE MIKE EATON COMMITTEE
Evelyn Babylon, Chair
Timmi Pierce, Staff
Steering Committee
Caroline Babylon
Glenn Bair
Dr. Chuck Ecker
Jim Head
Ober Herr
Brian Lockard
Doug Manger
Jim Mayola
Bob Seeley
Alvie Spencer
Doug Velnoskey
For further information, call Timmi Pierce, Executive Director, Historical Society of Carroll County at 410-848-6494.
There were bunnies, dogs, chickens, horses, ponies, tractors, trucks, proud Moms and Dads and plenty 4-H children and young adults on display at the Carroll County 4-H and FFA Fair parade Sunday evening.
The hour-long parade featured approximately 31 floats said Rick Barber, who along with his wife, Brenda Barber, Danny Graf, Ashley Barber and Tammie Harris, served as this year’s fair parade committee superintendents.
This year’s parade featured the themes, “4-H is open to all,” and “Come one, come all, the fair has it all,” explained Rick.
Joseph, a professional artist, designer, and photographer, was able to utilize much of the fixtures and equipment left behind almost two-years ago, however, she has worked since last January meticulously cleaning, painting, and planning and researching every detail for the shop with co-workers Danes Menges and Emily White
… local artists Susan Williamson and Becki Maurio seated at the table…
Customers Alex Stamm and Jenna Winegar, NorthCarrollHigh School graduates from Hampstead, were more than happy to take a break from their computer and answer a few questions.
Sand artist Kseniya Simonova, winner of Ukraine's Got Talent, becomes internet hit
Sand artist, Kseniya Simonova, who moved audiences to tears as she won Ukraine’s Got Talent, has become an online sensation with more than two million hits.
Miss Simonova, 24, drew a series of pictures on an illuminated sand table showing how ordinary people were affected by the German invasion during World War II.
One video clip of her work on the television talent show has been viewed by two million users alone...