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Oprah's departure presents problem for TV stations
By The Associated Press
November 21, 2009, 10:35AM
CHICAGO — For more than two decades, Oprah Winfrey has been the inspirational, change-your-life champion who reigned over daytime television much like Johnny Carson once ruled late night. Now she's ready to say goodbye, leaving a huge void for broadcast TV even as she raises the possibility of more Oprah than ever when she starts her own cable network.... Full story »
Saenger offering discount on smooth jazz concert
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 20, 2009, 1:27PM
Two-for-one ticket pricing is being offered for a Thanksgiving-week smooth jazz show at the Mobile Saenger Theatre, the venue has announced. The show, “Dave Koz and Friends: A Smooth Jazz Christmas,” is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 27. Koz is one of the leading players in the smooth-jazz genre: Four of his albums have topped Billboard’s contemporary jazz chart, and... Full story »
Daphne celebrates Italian roots with festival
By David Holloway
November 11, 2009, 4:59AM
Before we walk with all earnestness wide-eyed into what I call “The Eating Season,” let’s take a break from the traditional foods of the season and look at something special. In fact, let’s pay a visit to a land far, far away across the big water in the old country. For five years running, the folks in... Full story »
Allison Moorer to release new album in February
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 21, 2009, 5:37AM
South Alabama native Allison Moorer has announced that she will release a new album in February. According to a news release, “Crows” will hit stores Feb. 9. It will be her first project for the Ryko label. Moorer was born in Mobile and raised in Frankville, Ala., and Monroeville. She graduated from the University of South Alabama and moved... Full story »
Sandra Bullock lights up New Orleans premiere of 'The Blind Side' (w/photos, video)
By From the Times-Picayune
November 20, 2009, 2:26PM
A touch of Hollywood glitzed up New Orleans' Prytania Theatre on Thursday night, as actress Sandra Bullock and a host of other stars attended a local red-carpet premiere of Bullock's new movie, the sports drama "The Blind Side." Full story »
Black Friday sales roundup
By Shalonda Rodgers
November 20, 2009, 11:38AM
Thanks to our Good Deals bloggers, we have a list of Black Friday ads that have leaked early. Full story »
Allison Moorer to release new album in February
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 21, 2009, 5:37AM
South Alabama native Allison Moorer has announced that she will release a new album in February. According to a news release, “Crows” will hit stores Feb. 9. It will be her first project for the Ryko label. Moorer was born in Mobile and raised in Frankville, Ala., and Monroeville. She graduated from the University of South Alabama and moved... Full story »
'Girls Gone Wild' founder out sick for Panhandle court hearing
By The Associated Press
November 20, 2009, 11:00PM
PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- The founder of "Girls Gone Wild" had a doctor's note and did not appear at a Panhandle court hearing. Full story »
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 review
By Bryan Crowson -- Birmingham News
November 20, 2009, 4:48PM
Take up arms again as Activision's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 picks up where the original, ground-breaking Modern Warfare left off. The game's unparalleled fast, smooth, action and gritty realism are even better in the sequel. Chances are, if you're a fan of shooters, you stood in line when I did to buy MW2, counting down to the midnight... Full story »
University of Mobile Christmas Spectacular in pictures, video
By From the Press-Register
November 20, 2009, 4:40PM
The University of Mobile Center for Performing Arts celebrated the season Wednesday and Thursday with performances of the Christmas Spectacular program at Dauphin Way Baptist Church. A Press-Register photo gallery and a brief video clip provide glimpses of the show. Photo gallery from Wednesday performance Video clip from Thursday performance Full story »
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Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron review
By Bryan Crowson -- Birmingham News
November 20, 2009, 4:07PM
Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron is the first Star Wars Battlefront game designed for handheld gaming systems. You are X2, one of twin clones, whose genetic "father" is a Jedi. Whether fighting enemies on a planet, commandeering a starship, or engaging in a dogfight in space, Elite Squadron brings the fun and excitement of the original games in a... Full story »
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 review
By Matthew Crowson
November 20, 2009, 3:25PM
In Activision's Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2, a clash of comic book titans occurs after a series of events leads to an unfortunate division in the Marvel world. Heroes fight heroes and friends become enemies in this game based on the Marvel "Civil War" comic book series. ALL THIS, AND STAN LEE Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 brings superhero fun Review... Full story »
Sandra Bullock lights up New Orleans premiere of 'The Blind Side' (w/photos, video)
By From the Times-Picayune
November 20, 2009, 2:26PM
A touch of Hollywood glitzed up New Orleans' Prytania Theatre on Thursday night, as actress Sandra Bullock and a host of other stars attended a local red-carpet premiere of Bullock's new movie, the sports drama "The Blind Side." Full story »
Saenger offering discount on smooth jazz concert
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 20, 2009, 1:27PM
Two-for-one ticket pricing is being offered for a Thanksgiving-week smooth jazz show at the Mobile Saenger Theatre, the venue has announced. The show, “Dave Koz and Friends: A Smooth Jazz Christmas,” is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 27. Koz is one of the leading players in the smooth-jazz genre: Four of his albums have topped Billboard’s contemporary jazz chart, and... Full story »
The Biggest Loser game review
By Nikki Seaborn -- The Birmingham News
November 20, 2009, 11:20AM
NBC's popular weight loss show "The Biggest Loser" ventures into the virtual world with a video game that flexes more than 90 exercises. Players also get fitness tips from the show's trainers, Bob Harper and Jillian Michaels. The game incorporates exercise and a healthy lifestyle to deliver real fun with real results. NOW YOU CAN BE A BIG LOSER,... Full story »
Guitar Hero 5 review
By Matthew Crowson
November 20, 2009, 11:20AM
In Activision's Guitar Hero 5, you are once again thrust on to the stage in the midst of another far-fetched story of aspiring stars. You can sing, shred, drum, or groove your way to rock stardom in this music simulation. SAME OLD SONG Guitar Hero 5 still does the same old thing, but does it well Review by MATTHEW... Full story »
1 killed as Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns, but star not on board
By The Associated Press
November 20, 2009, 11:16AM
DINWIDDIE, Va. -- One person was killed today when a tour bus belonging to Miley Cyrus overturned, but the 16-year-old "Hannah Montana" star was not on board, Virginia State Police said. Full story »
Jason Michael Carroll set to play IP Casino
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 20, 2009, 10:02AM
Seems like it wasn’t all that long ago that rising country star was giving us the chest-thumping anthem of “I Can Sleep When I’m Dead.” Now he’s giving us a line about how “Growing Up Is Getting Old.” And if fact, it was summer 2008 when Carroll opened for Carrie Underwood at the Mobile Civic Center. He was riding... Full story »
O no! Oprah ending show in 2011 after 25 seasons
By The Associated Press
November 19, 2009, 7:58PM
Oprah Winfrey plans to announce the final date for her show during a live broadcast on Friday, Harpo Productions Inc. said, bringing an end to what has been television's top-rated talk show for more than two decades. Full story »
International Festival brings musical theme to Mobile (with video and photo gallery)
By Lawrence F. Specker
November 19, 2009, 4:35PM
The cultural treasures of scores of nations will be on display, and the sounds of their music and the flavors of their cuisines will be available to every tourist wandering through. Assuming the pirates don’t loot all the goodies, that is. The source of this wealth? The 26th annual Mobile International Festival, taking place over the next few days... Full story »
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