• COLUMN: How to keep it simple for Father's Day Jun 21, 2009
Halloween and Valentine's Day. Both are exorbitant orgies of sugar and commercialism. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Colin Farrell and Jack Nicholson Named Sexiest Celebrity Single Dads by Online Daters Jun 20, 2009
com launched on Valentine's Day 1997 and has become one of the world's most popular dating websites. First started as a Bulletin Board System in 1986, Matchmaker. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Consumers report spending less on Father's Day gifts Jun 20, 2009
1 billion; Valentine's Day, 192 million; and Mother's Day, 162 million, all come before Father's Day. Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving and St. Patrick's Day round out the top eight gift card holidays. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Rocket 101 at 20 Jun 18, 2009
" McKay exposed himself to possible embarrassment when he proposed to his then-girlfriend live on the air on Valentine's Day. She accepted. Massing sang in a band for a time, though her stint with red hair was even shorter. Rocket 101 will celebrate its 20th anniversary all weekend. The station has featured some notable DJs along the way, including Phillips, Randy "The Weasel" Hurley, and Randy Baumann, currently a morning mainstay at Pittsburgh's WDVE. It has weathered competition, musical... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Hooked on self-help books against her will Jun 17, 2009
The piece appeared on Valentine's Day. "At last," I wrote, "a self-help book for women who don't need help, not for women who are past it.". (CNN)
Beason: Peppers may, may not attend camp Jun 17, 2009
Peppers hasn't spoken to reporters since Valentine's Day, when he said he had "maxed out" in Carolina and wanted to play as an outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. Carey, who hasn't returned messages in nearly three months, remained silent on Tuesday. (ESPN -- Football News)
FotoART Offers 25% Discount on Any Purchase Plus Free Shipping for Photo Gifts Jun 16, 2009
Personalized gifts from FotoART make a great gift for birthdays, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, Christmas or any other special occasion ... Including personalized stationery, recipe cards, invitations, Valentine's Day cards and more. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
More of this story Jun 16, 2009
The 2009-10 Season continues this tradition, presenting Dee Dee Bridgewater in a Valentine's Day salute to Billie Holliday on February 14 and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis on March 12. Jazz in the Box will again offer six concerts on the third Friday of the month featuring saxophonist Benny Reid, singer-songwriter Alyssa Graham, Kermit Walker azz Prophets, pianist Tamir Hendelman, vocalists Sachal Vasandani and Sara Gazarek, and Memphis own Rene Koopman. (West Memphis Germantown News, TN)
In Dresden, Obama highlights capacity for reconstruction Jun 6, 2009
The enormous stone dome of the Frauenkirche, which had once dominated the city skyline, collapsed into a pile of charred rubble by the end of St. Valentine's Day 1945. As the Frauenkirche and the rest of the city lay in ruins throughout the half-century of East German rule, people would place candles on the rubble pile to remember the raid's victims. (Christian Science Monitor)
'My Life in Ruins' travels familiar road Jun 6, 2009
First, there was the seven-episode CBS sitcom "My Big Fat Greek Life." Now come back-to-back movies: "Ruins" and, next month, another date with "Wedding" costar John Corbett in "I Hate Valentine's Day." ... well, there's always her "Valentine's Day" reunion with Corbett next month. (FOX59, IN)
Fired and behind bars, a teacher... Jun 6, 2009
On Valentine's Day 2008, a jury found Schmitz guilty of two federal charges of enticing a child by electronic means, and she received the 10-year sentence. Three weeks after her conviction, the school board sent the tenured reading teacher a notice of its intent to terminate her. (CNN -- Law)
Greek Recipe Goes Flat In Second Try Jun 5, 2009
As for Vardalos, she'll get another shot at a comeback with "I Hate Valentine's Day" next month. MY LIFE IN RUINS No "Mamma Mia!" Running time: 95 minutes. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Nia Vardalos is back on the big screen with 'My Life in Ruins' Jun 5, 2009
In "I Hate Valentine's Day" (July 3), which she also wrote and directed, she stars as a snappy, commitment-phobic florist who will date men only five times before a mandated breakup, a plan that goes awry when John Corbett (her "Greek Wedding" costar) opens a restaurant on her street ... "Last year, after wrapping "My Life in Ruins" and "I Hate Valentine's Day," Vardalos and her husband, Ian Gomez, finally were matched with a 3-year-old girl through an American foster care agency. It had been a... (FOX59, IN)
'A slap in the face' Jun 3, 2009
For Valentine's day, we taxpayers paid for him and Michelle to fly to Chicago so they could go to their favorite restaurant. Now over the weekend, we hear of them jetting to New York City so they could go to a Broadway show, because he promised her during the campaign that he would take her. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The One Thing Jun 3, 2009
He was apparently the only full-time member of the auto task force from election night until about Valentine's Day, which Deese says was, "a little scary.". What should be more than a little scary for GM, much less the American people, is that however smart Deese may be, he has literally no private sector experience; he is not formally trained in economics or business; and, according to The Times, he "never spent much time flipping through the endless studies about the nature of the American and... (Fox News)
Retired Lodi Police captain arrested, spends night in jail (1) May 31, 2009
In the new case, Mauch was helping a 46-year-old Lodi woman go through a divorce and then, after a court hearing on Valentine's Day, invited her to dinner, according to a police report by Officer Raul Trevino. Mauch took the woman to a "romantic" restaurant and gave her flowers, which she did not want, the woman told police. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Confusion on the road to Damascus May 30, 2009
He is angry at the prospect of spending Valentine's Day away from his wife in what he calls a "war zone". Paul befriends the hotel receptionist Zakaria, who is desperate to find a foreign girl. (Asia Times Online)
Local dancer earns spot in prestigious New York program May 29, 2009
She'd arrived to Spelman College hours earlier on Valentine's Day, having pledged to follow her passion - dance ... She'd arrived to Spelman College hours earlier on Valentine's Day, having pledged to follow her passion - dance. (Athens Banner-Herald)
St Valentines Day May 28, 2009
Who was Saint Valentine and Traditions of Valentine's Day. St Valentine's Day is time when lovers exchange tokens of love and fidelity and to receive cards that intrigue with their anonymous avowal of amorous intentions ... Of course claims and counter claims abound one such claim declares that the early Christian church decided to celebrate St Valentine's Day in an effort to Christianise the pagan festival of Lupercalia. (Suite101.com)
Canes can learn from history May 28, 2009
A year after winning the Eastern Conference title over Toronto, they finished last in the Southeast Division and won just four games, all in a row, after Valentine's Day. or 919-829-8946. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hezbollah denies link to Hariri murder May 28, 2009
The German magazine reported Saturday that a U.N. tribunal looking into the murder of has uncovered evidence that Hezbollah "planned and executed" the car bombing that killed Hariri and 22 others in Beirut on Valentine's Day in 2005. Radhia Achouri, a spokeswoman for the tribunal, said its policy is to not address speculation in the media. (CNN -- World)
East Fork gives out 11 diplomas May 28, 2009
"We expect students to want to come in and learn. We just allow them to work at their own pace and independently, and hold school at different times to help them fit it into their schedules." Buchanan said like any school, they have some of their own unique traditions, including a Halloween Egg toss, miniature golf on Valentine's Day and the mascot of an owl. Instructor Christine Smith talked to students about scholarship options available to them from Iowa Lakes Community College, if they were... (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Bikie charged over theft of 12 new cars May 28, 2009
The 27-year-old man was allegedly among 13 men who broke into the car yard in Liverpool at 6am on Valentine's Day this year. The group allegedly bashed the three workers present, locking one of them in the boot of a car and the other two in a separate vehicle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Fla. marks 30 years since death penalty's return May 26, 2009
Roy Swafford, 62, sentenced to die for the Valentine's Day 1982 murder of Brenda Meadows Rucker, 27, who was abducted from the Ormond Beach gas station where she worked, raped, then shot nine times. Roger Cherry, 57, sentenced to death for the slayings of an elderly DeLand couple June 27, 1986, when he burglarized their home. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Murder accused tells of hell at home May 26, 2009
Sherna said he and Ms Wild, who slept in separate bedrooms for most of their time together, last had sex on Valentine's Day 2004, as a "reward" for a gift he had bought her. During verbal tirades in which she called him a "low-life", "a weak little bastard" and urged him to "grow some balls", Ms Wild sometimes threatened him with a knife, once tearing his shirt and grazing his chest. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Bargain Hunters Find Memorial Day Deals May 26, 2009
Jewelers were also trying to push out their Valentine's Day merchandise out the door for Memorial Day Weekend, while department stores are slashing prices to get rid of their winter and spring clothes in time for their summer lines. Copyright 2009 by. (KSBW 8, CA)
• Murder trial ordered for Lewiston man May 22, 2009
Murder trial ordered for Lewiston man LEWISTON, Idaho - A magistrate has ordered a trial for a Lewiston man charged with first-degree murder in the Valentine's Day death of his wife. Gary W. Mallory II was bound over for trial Wednesday by 2nd District Court Magistrate Jay P. Gaskill. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Gold investment turns negative for first time May 22, 2009
1 tonnes in the first quarter because of festive seasons such as Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day as well as the country's relatively strong economy despite the global economic downturn. Gold powered to an 11-month high above $1,000 an ounce on Feb 20, not far from a record of $1,030. (India Times)
NEW ON DVD: Tom Cruise's 'Valkyrie' feels coldly analytical May 22, 2009
After being retrieved from the mine, Harry spends months in a coma, only to revive on Valentine's Day and kill nearly everyone in the hospital, plus a bunch of kids partying at the mine where he worked. Ten years later, one of the kids -- Tom Hanniger (Jensen Ackles) -- rolls back into town after a long absence. (Florida Today)
Companies woo contestants with gifts May 21, 2009
The New England Confectionary Co. (NECCO) is seeking 80 new expressions for its 2010 Valentine's Day Sweethearts. If you're 13 or older, you can enter at. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Newsweek: Can Tom Frieden fix the CDC? May 20, 2009
Since the first New York City condoms were introduced on Valentine's Day 2007, distribution has soared from 17 million a year to 36 million. This isn't a government-surplus product, but something with cachet, says Frieden. (MSNBC -- Health)
Playful ambition May 20, 2009
Last year she organized a "Love Ball" in Moscow -- a Valentine's Day fundraiser that counted among the guests the likes of designer Valentino, actress Lucy Liu, singer Natalie Imbruglia, and supermodel Eva Herzigova. The event was held in a former royal residence, Moscow's 16th century Tsaritsino Estate. (CNN -- International)
Jury finds man guilty in beating May 20, 2009
"Ladies and gentlemen, we're not here about a Valentine's Day gone bad," District Attorney Ashley Wright said to the jury in closing arguments. Mr. Clay told investigators that things got ugly with Ms. Wright, who isn't related to the district attorney, when he left her the night of Feb. 14, 2006, to spend time with another girlfriend. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Largest Candy and Snack Show Proves Industry Sales Sweet, Despite Sour Economy May 19, 2009
For Valentine's Day, try Necco's new Sweethearts Conversation Hearts Forbidden Fruits featuring "Twilight" movie-themed conversation hearts with spellbinding phrases like "Live 4 Ever" and "Bite Me.". Industry Reports on 2008 Product Announcements and Sales. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
First lady addresses Merced grads May 18, 2009
They even started a "Dear Michelle" Facebook campaign that sent 900 Valentine's Day cards to her. The first lady accepted the invitation in March, tapping University of California, Merced as her only stop on this year's collegiate commencement circuit. (CNN -- US)
Michelle Obama tells California graduates to remember who helped them May 17, 2009
They flooded her office with Valentine's Day notes. They enlisted the help of Harvard University law professor Charles Ogletree, a Merced native who mentored the president and first lady when they are students at the Ivy League institution. (Anchorage Daily News)
First lady's speech helps put Merced on the map May 16, 2009
Impressed by Obama's can-do attitude and personal rise from working class to Harvard-educated first lady, a student committee wrote her a letter on Jan. 29 asking her to bring her message "of positive change in America." They pointed out that 80 percent of UC Merced's students get financial aid and 49 percent are the first in their families to attend college, and they followed up their plea with 900 hand-done Valentine's Day cards and enthusiastic entreaties on Facebook and YouTube. Obama gave... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Top-75 prospect commits to Wolfpack May 14, 2009
Johnson has told them that he accompanied Mayo's handler, Rodney Guillory, to a meeting with Floyd at a Beverly Hills cafe on Valentine's Day 2007, and that Guillory emerged with an envelope stuffed with $100 bills. The Associated Press. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ellen Revelle; helped lead push for campus in San Diego; at 98 May 14, 2009
At a Valentine's Day dance at Scripps, Ellen met Roger, who was attending another Claremont campus, Pomona College. Soon after she earned her bachelor's degree in psychology, they married in 1931. (Boston Globe)
HPD: Pawn Shop Robbers Very Violent May 14, 2009
Detectives said they think the same group robbed the EZ Pawn shop on Valentine's Day. Police said basically the same method of operation was used -- four men went into the store. (Click2Houston, TX)
From the Editor: 'One of the good guys' needs a prayer or two May 13, 2009
When the boys and I traveled to Mankato on Valentine's Day to watch St. Cloud State play MSU, I told them a few Koepnick stories. When we got home, I looked up his e-mail address in Lakeville, Minn. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Young writers discover talents May 13, 2009
Amanda Clawson, fourth grade student at Bluewater Elementary, wrote a poem she titled Valentine's Day about two holidays. Her mother was not as surprised about the win as her daughter was. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Got Mother's Day flowers? Ethiopia does, but few are buying. May 11, 2009
"Even Valentine's Day was down from last year. The problem is Europeans don't want flowers right now. The buyers in Amsterdam control the market, and they are setting prices very low there is no minimum price for our stems. Every loss is on the growers' side: transport, water, electricity, wages, and even fees to the rose breeders.". Sales down on Valentine's Day and 'Mothering Sunday ... Sales forecasts are traditionally pegged to an expected bonanza at Valentine's Day and Mothering Sunday... (Christian Science Monitor)
Stone Mountain Arts Center is Maine's coziest venue May 10, 2009
In addition to her regular scheduling (for a full list of upcoming shows, go to ), Noonan also hosts "Stone Mountain Live," a popular monthly show fashioned after "A Prairie Home Companion." In February, on a brisk Valentine's Day night, Noonan welcomed various performers, from local opera singer Suzanne Nance to the evening's special guest, pop star Paula Cole (who later said the venue's bucolic setting made her feel much more relaxed than usual). Noonan also brings in many of the key players... (Boston Globe)
Army widow speaks of heartbreak May 10, 2009
Cpl Binnie proposed to his wife on Valentine's Day last year and they married on 12 December. She said he was passionate about the Army but also very brave, leaving out details about his job so he would not worry her. (BBC News -- UK)
Florists busy for Mom's Day May 9, 2009
He said that Valentine's Day is busy, but with Mother's day, the rush continues for a solid week. "It's amazing to me how beautiful the flowers are, and we take it for granted," Wolfley said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
2009 Men's Lacrosse In Review: Greyhounds Earn Share Of Third Straight ECAC Title May 9, 2009
True to form the Greyhounds followed the mantra of their coach, beginning with the season opener on Valentine's Day against Notre Dame. In front of 7,500 spectators in Powder Springs, Ga. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Summer Films Schedule May 8, 2009
""Lorna's Silence": An immigrant sells herself in marriage to obtain citizenship in Belgium, but her current husband stands in the way.Aug. 21"Inglorious Basterds": Brad Pitt and Quentin Tarantino resurrect "Dirty Dozen"-style action as Jewish soldiers dish out chaos among the Nazis."Post Grad": Alexis Bledel graduates from "Gilmore Girls" and "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" in this mature comedy about a graduate who moves back home with her family while trying to find a job and the man... (North County Times)
Lady Eagles face familiar foe in NCAA Regionals May 8, 2009
48 North Carolina on Valentine's Day. Clemson is making its eighth straight appearance in the NCAA tournament. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Tasty to-dos for Mother's Day May 8, 2009
But I'll bet that some of you are like those guilty boyfriends on Valentine's Day who wait until the afternoon of Feb. 14 to buy some flowers and and candy. If you're looking for someplace to go Sunday, then read on for some ideas. (Fresno Bee)
BACKSTAGE: Stolen cow on the moove May 7, 2009
Nanninga, a well-known activist, poet, actor and writer from Encinitas, died on Valentine's Day at age 45. "The Bob Show" will include a filmed poetry tribute to Nanninga that was held March 12 at the La Paloma Theatre. (North County Times)
Bay Area companies have some fun tours May 7, 2009
"Mrs. Grossman" is Andrea Grossman, a graphic designer who started the company after a local grocery store asked her to create a heart-shaped sticker for Valentine's Day. The stickers sold like hotcakes and now, 30 years later, her company makes more than 58 million stickers a year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
All for mom: Things to do for Mother's Day May 7, 2009
Some families take a delightfully simple approach to Mother's Day, one of the busiest days in the restaurant industry, along with New Year's Eve and Valentine's Day. Americans are expected to spend $3. (Florida Today)
Widow makes maiden voyage May 7, 2009
After his first flight on Valentine's Day 1943, he married his sweetheart Frances Supinger. Flying resumed days later and training would last into April. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Good Fortunes(R) Announces the Great Cookie Company Contest and Giveaway May 6, 2009
During key holidays such as Mother's Day and Valentine's Day they send thousands of packages a week. This business also comes with client and customer relationships with hundreds of Fortune 1000 companies, an existing network of distributors and wholesalers, training to get the winner set to take over, an e-commerce website with a strong online presence and business, an mailing list of over 100,000, all manufacturing equipment and so much more. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Mothers are something special May 3, 2009
Women, the loves of many of our lives, might not let husbands forget it for a while (or without some real repentance), if we miss a birthday, anniversary or Valentine's Day. But when a son or daughter (or even husband) misses a Mother's Day it can cut deeply into a woman's heart and soul. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Trying to piece it all together - somehow: The Accused May 3, 2009
Zinkhan authored literally hundreds of journal articles with dozens of co-authors, on topics from Valentine's Day to tattoos. "George was very, very bright," Locander said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mogulus Unleashes the Power of Cesar Millan's New Video Channel May 2, 2009
On Valentine's Day 2007, Cesar and his wife Ilusion announced the formation of the Cesar and Ilusion Millan Foundation. The non-profit organization provides financial support and rehabilitation expertise to shelters throughout the United States, better enabling them to maintain the highest standards of care and assistance to animals under their protection. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wife jailed for life over Valentines Day killing May 2, 2009
HACKENSACK, N.J. - A woman convicted of intentionally causing her husband's drug overdose death on Valentine's Day six years ago has been sentenced to life in prison. Debra Aquilina, of Garfield, N.J., insisted at her Friday sentencing she didn't kill her husband. (MSNBC -- Crime)
100 Days of Michelle Obama's Outfits. A Gallery. May 1, 2009
Closing out a Valentine's Day dinner with the president. 12 of 46 Feb. 16 RON SACHS-POOL/Getty Images. (Slate)
Fine art of opinion: N.Y. Times opinion artwork May 1, 2009
" In 1996, Milton Glaser drew an alien for a Valentine's Day manuscript about intergalactic love. "The editor who censored it said that the alien's beak looked like a taboo human part. " The same year, Cathy Hull's illustration of a sweating thermometer - commissioned for a piece about severe shifts in climate - was canned when editorial page editor Howell Raines regarded it and said, "It's an ejaculation. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Mother wins class time award for autistic son Apr 29, 2009
One year his mother learned that her son wasn't on the card exchange list for Christmas or Valentine's Day but instead would have "his own little party" in his self-contained classroom. District officials later cited safety concerns, Lebo stated. (Anchorage Daily News)
Stars Pack Venice For Hayek's Wedding Bash Apr 29, 2009
Film Star, Pinnault Married On Valentine's Day ... They wed in a small ceremony in Paris on Valentine's Day. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Stars pack Venice to fete Salma Hayek, Pinault Apr 29, 2009
They wed in a small ceremony in Paris on Valentine's Day. They have a young daughter, Valentina Paloma. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Despite tough advertising market, Facebook is expanding Apr 29, 2009
In February, allowed users to exchange heart-shaped virtual gifts - complete with a Honda logo - around Valentine's Day. Four days after the campaign started, 1. (Boston Globe)
