Thursday, June 10, 2010

“2 statues stolen from Hindu temple in Capshaw - WSFA” plus 2 more

“2 statues stolen from Hindu temple in Capshaw - WSFA” plus 2 more

2 statues stolen from Hindu temple in Capshaw - WSFA

Posted: 09 Jun 2010 05:43 PM PDT

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Associated Press - June 9, 2010 8:44 PM ET

CAPSHAW, Ala. (AP) - Authorities are looking for who stole two black granite statutes of winged demi-gods from the entrance to a Hindu Temple in Capshaw.

Authorities believe the theft occurred at the Hindu Cultural Center of North Alabama on the evening of June 4.

The statues each stand about a yard tall and weigh 200 pounds. Temple officials say they are images of Lord Jaya and Lord Vijaya.

Bhagabat Sahu, the founding chairman of the board of the temple, says the hand-carved statues could be worth as much as $50,000 on the market.

He says about four years ago, someone stole a concrete statue when the temple was under construction.

Sahut says the thief eventually returned the item after he became sick and feared he was being punished.

Information from: The Huntsville Times, http://www.al.com/huntsville

Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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Flower that smells of rot brings crowds to EIU - NWI.com

Posted: 09 Jun 2010 09:25 PM PDT

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CHARLESTON, Ill. | The giant, smelly Titan Arum plant about to bloom at Eastern Illinois University is generating the kind of attention the small campus usually saves for big sports or cultural events -- and its creating a chance for groups around town to raise money, too.

The plant is from Sumatra and smells like rotting flesh. The bloom has yet to open, but it's almost 6 feet tall and can grow to nearly 10 feet.

Greenhouse manager Steven Malehorn has been writing about the plant regularly on a university website, providing regular updates on its progress.

Sam Wheeler is one of those making his way through the Thut Greenhouse to see the plant.

"It started out and it was not too bad and then it got stinkier," he said.

Much like the last time the plant bloomed, in 2008, the smell isn't keeping people away. A steady stream makes its way through the greenhouse.

This time, though, that traffic has turned into a fundraising opportunity. EIU botany students are selling T-shirts, and Charleston High School band students are selling concessions just outside the greenhouse.

High school senior Jessie Wheeler, Sam's sister, was one of those selling bottled water and chips. She said she plans to "grin and bear it" through smell and keep selling.

Despite its relative rarity, EIU's flower isn't the only one of its kind in Illinois. Western Illinois University in Macomb has its own Titan Arum that bloomed last month.

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Local celebrity men dominate the dance card at annual Scranton Cultural Center ... - Scranton Times-Tribune

Posted: 10 Jun 2010 01:00 AM PDT

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Another group of local celebs is about to cut a rug for a good cause.

On Friday, Scranton Cultural Center at The Masonic Temple will kick off this year's edition of its popular Dancing with the NEPA Stars fundraiser. The over-21 event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Cultural Center's Grand Ballroom.

Tickets are $16 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster, at the Cultural Center box office or by calling 344-1111. All proceeds benefit the Cultural Center.

The past few Dancing with the NEPA Stars have been won by women - last year's champ was Times-Tribune Lifestyles writer Patrice Wilding - but that won't be the case at this year's contest, which is sporting an all-male lineup of contestants.

Contestants are ...

At Friday's event, WNEP-TV, Channel 16 sports anchor Jim Coles will face off against attorney Michael McDonald of the Foley Law Firm. Then, on Friday, July 9, Rock 107 DJ Mike Duffy will square off against KRZ-FM's "Mr. Manley," aka Tony Bartocci. The winner of each bout will then meet for the championship on Friday, Aug. 13.

Both Mr. Coles and Mr. McDonald will perform versions of a waltz.

Mr. Coles will do a classic, 1940s-style waltz to the tune of "Edelweiss" from "The Sound of Music," while Mr. McDonald will perform a more contemporary version set to Norah Jones' "Come Away With Me," said Debbie Koshinski of Step by Step Dance Studio in Scranton, where the dancers are doing their rehearsing.

"They're both doing great. They're fun to work with," said Ms. Koshinski, who is serving as Mr. Coles' dance partner. "I'm so happy with what they've done."

Neither Mr. Coles nor Mr. McDonald had much dance experience coming into the contest. Mr. Coles said he's more accustomed to dancing to Rolling Stones tunes at parties and weddings, while Mr. McDonald said he's representing "all the people who have two left feet."

"I'll be ready by Christmas," cracked Mr. McDonald, whose partner is professional dancer Kimberly Reigert. "My partner's been great and Debbie's been great - and very understanding."

Tread lightly

"And I can honestly say I haven't hurt my partner too much. Maybe a couple of bruises," he added with a laugh. "I'm just hoping the judges have compassion."

By the time of the event, Mr. Coles and Ms. Koshinski will have put in more than 20 hours of rehearsal time. While his footwork is coming along nicely, Mr. Coles said his grace and style remind him too much of Herman Munster.

"I'm not swaying at all. I'm very up and down," he said. "I'm definitely not ready."

In any event, he's taking a win-win attitude into the contest.

"If somehow I win, I'll continue to enjoy going to practice with Debbie," Mr. Coles said. "If I lose, I get to start playing golf again."

Contact the writer: jmcauliffe@timesshamrock.comIf you go

What: Dancing with the NEPA Stars

Where: Scranton Cultural Center at The Masonic Temple

When: Friday, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Details: Tickets to the 21-and-over event are $16 (includes appetizers and cocktails) and can be purchased through Ticketmaster, the Cultural Center box office or by calling 344-1111.

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