WASHINGTON Copyright 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. ? Orders to U.S. factories increased at a healthy pace in October, and third-quarter productivity shot up by the largest amount in two years. The two government reports Tuesday provided fresh evidence that the economy is…

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Murfreesboro resident formerly of Doyle, Wanda Sue Myers Knight, 55, died Dec. 1 at University Medical Center in Lebanon.A Malvern, Ark., native, she was the daughter of Elmer Lee and Hattie Lee Stewart Myers; and was preceded in death by brother, Gene Myers.She is survived by her husband Paul David Knight; sons and daughter-in-law, Brad…

Jaycee scores from Bobby Ray, as provided by league scorekeepers:Boys 10-11Cumberland Lumber 27,Captain D’s 13CL 7 7 9 4 ? 27CD 4 2 4 3 ? 13CL: Justin Woodlee 6, Will Marttala 4, Tyler Anselmo 7, Cory Syndensticker 10. CD: Deon Martin 13.—Five G Nursery 38,Davis Homes 11FG 8 13 8 9 ? 38DH 4…

NEW YORK Copyright 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. ? If all the great Southern California tailbacks could have a foot race when they were in their primes, Anthony Davis believes Reggie Bush and O.J. Simpson would be neck-and-neck out in front. “He and…

By DALE STUBBLEFIELD / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard In the Junior Allstars league, White Chocolate is in first place followed by Team 8, Lucky Strikers, Rock N Rollers, Team 3, Team 2, Black Chocolate, Team 4, Young Guns and Team 1.Bryan Tate had the high game of 213 and high game HDCP of…

By Dale Stubblefield / Columnist Becoming a state high school champion in any sport is very difficult. It usually takes many years of hard work and dedication from coaches and players, especially if you’re a new program just getting started.High schools in the state of Tennessee do a very good job of building successful programs…

By TIM DAHLBERG / AP Sports Columnist Copyright 2005 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. ? Richard Lapchick isn’t about to start celebrating, because it’s way too early. Too many college athletes still don’t get their diplomas, particularly if they are black. Still, there was…

By DALE STUBBLEFIELD / Staff Reporter for the Southern Standard Several league bowlers from the various leagues competing at McMinnville Lanes achieved perfection this fall, and were honored for their accomplishments by the United States Bowling Congress.In recognition of their memorable games, players were presented with rings from the USBC, and will also be listed…