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  • ‘Pickled Punks and Girlie Shows’ Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 12:25AMRick and Abby West pose with Thumbelina on Wednesday in their rural Nacogdoches home.
  • Brecksville Kiwanis readying for annual horse show Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:04PMHorse aficionados should mark Aug. 7 on their calendars. Beginning at 8 a.m. that day, the Brecksville Kiwanis will open the gates for its 64th annual Horse Show.
  • Man concerned over condition of neighbor's miniature horses Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:00PMFred Wesche said he believes his neighbor's horses are not being properly cared for and are malnourished.
  • The Amish Cook Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:49PMThis is Friday, July 8 and we have started our long journey home to Michigan after spending almost a week in Florida. Here is a recap of our trip:
  • Wilmer, Ala. man charged with rape, burglary Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:09AMA Wilmer man is under arrest after a woman told deputies he broke into her home, raped her and held her for nearly a day against her will.
  • Learning with horses Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:06AMEAST NOTTINGHAM — Sometimes social skills can be taught better by a horse than a human.
  • Rye Lions Club holds 48th annual charity horse show Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 1:03AMRYE — There are two constants at the Rye Lions Club charity horse show, which celebrated its 48th year Sunday: lots of talented horses and at least one rider named Patrick.
  • Celebrate Community: Highgate residents, families return to rural roots Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:25PMPlenty of Highgate Senior Living’s 98 residents grew up on farms and ranches in rural Montana , which is why a recent monthly family night was such a treat.
  • Man, indicted on sexual abuse of miniature horse, charged in Wilmer rape Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 10:12PMA 28-year-old man was charged with first-degree rape, first-degree burglary and third-degree domestic violence today after a break-in and sexual assault on a woman Saturday in Wilmer, the Mobile County Sheriff's Office said. Eric Easley was arrested at his mother's home in Wilmer and was taken to Mobile County Metro Jail.
  • Blacksmith still enjoys teaching Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:16PMMARTEN RIVER ñ Bob Bartlett is enjoying himself in the smithy. Heís crafting a hook to hang a pot over the fire as a group crowd into the stifling heat of the blacksmith shop. The doorís open wide, but thereís nary a hint of a breeze.[...]
  • Therapy found on the farm Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:48AMWhen an animal comes to Phoenix Ranch, it's not only a second chance for them, it's also an opportunity for people to heal themselves in a therapeutic setting.
  • States crack down on pet abuse to protect women Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 7:39AMIt wasn't until Melissa Reese's husband allegedly put a knife to her throat and threatened to kill her that she says she decided it was time to leave her abusive relationship. She could take her belongings and kids, but her dogs were a different story.
  • Auction to raise money for blind pony Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 3:19AMScooter is friendly and especially popular with the students at Lisa Eagley's GrayStone Stables. Lisa Eagley talks to her pony, Scooter, who is blind.
  • Community Calendar Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:59AMEquestrian Showcase Mini-clinics, parade of stallions, vendors, food, demonstrations, children's activities, baby barnyard, pony rides and more, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 16 (rain date: July 17). Free. New England Equestrian Center, 660 New Sherborn Road, Athol. (978) 249-3188.
  • What's Happening in Oroville Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:01AM* Fourth annual Oroville Hospital health fair Oroville Hospital hosts this from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today, July 15 at Oroville Sports Club, 2600 Oro Dam Blvd.
  • Martinez girl works to overcome 2009 brain injury Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:17PMTerri and Grant Angove of Martinez have been by her side for huge breakthroughs that are often followed by even more heart-wrenching setbacks ever since she fell off a horse in 2009, sustaining a severe brain injury.
  • The Arts on TV: Placido Domingo; Josh Groban; Nicholas Hytner Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 8:03AMPlacido Domingo; Josh Groban; Nicholas Hytner will be on TV this week.
  • Jasper's the king of the Jungle Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 7:22AMJUNGLE Ruler, a fixture of Melbourne winter racing, will come to Caulfield tomorrow with miniature pony Jasper.
  • State Fair announces 2011 Farming Heritage Award Winner Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 4:25PMLEWISBURG — The sixth annual Farming Heritage Award will be presented to the The Call Family — Stacy, Rosella, and son, Zachary of Milton, W.Va. The award is sponsored by the State Fair of West Vir...
  • Little horses, big competitors Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 4:05PMDressed in the same costume her mother wore as a young girl, Ginny Herron, 7, of Alamo, top, leads Treasure in the costume competition at the Equestrian Center of Walnut Creek and Area VII Miniature Horse and Pony Schooling Show at the Miniature Equestrian Center of Walnut Creek on Sunday.
  • Crystal Ball, July 13, 2011 Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:49AMEveryone loves a parade When I was a little kid, parades were different than they are now. Or maybe it was just the parades in the area where I grew up. Wapello didn’t have a 4th of July parade but there were 4th of July parades in two nearby towns, Grandview and Morning Sun. The [...]
  • Silver State Stampede results Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:46AMMike McBeth placed first in bronc riding’s second go-round Saturday during the 2011 Silver State Stampede, with a score of 78.
  • Fun and frolic with the Kardashians Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:14AMHollywood's most successful reality TV family, the Kardashians, will be premiering their sixth season on local cable TV. -AsiaOne
  • Explore your own backyard with a 'daycation' Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 5:12AMThe city of Gainesville is hoping to encourage locals to visit its parks and recreation facilities this summer as some look to skip the cross-country drive amid an economic downturn.
  • Scarier than the fire, flood victims feel helpless Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 1:41AMBurt Ragland moves sandbags onto his patio to protect it from future floods after his property was damaged due to Sunday’s rain, at his Hereford home on Tuesday. (Beatrice Richardson • Herald/Review) By Adam Curtis Herald/Review SIERRA VISTA — Just weeks after being evacuated during the Monument Fire, a group of neighbors living on the banks of the usually dry Miller Creek were faced with ...
  • "Urban Chickens" gaining more approval in Idaho cities Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:59PMCALDWELL -- Growing tomatoes on your deck or herbs in your garden is pretty common around here, but thousands of people in the Treasure Valley are adding to their home-grown choices and growing chickens in their subdivisions.  It's something often called "urban agriculture".   More cities are approving chickens as pets for people living on smaller plots of land, even in neighborhoods. Caldwell ...
  • Rain doesn't dampen western spirit at rodeo parade Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:50PMAsk many spectators at the Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Parade why they come to the Western-themed event and they'll most likely respond: "to see the horses."That was the case for 11-year-old Kelly Rogers, who wandered down Tejon Street Tuesday evening to catch a glimpse of one...
  • Visits, sights fill Eicher family's multistate trip Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:33PMThis is Friday, July 8, and we have started our long journey home to Michigan after spending almost ...
  • Amish Cook: The Eicher family enjoys trip to Bradenton Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:56PMFRIDAY, JULY 8 -- We have started our long journey home to Michigan after spending almost a week in Florida. Here is a recap of our trip:
  • Laura Ingraham takes aim at American culture Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:56AMBestselling author and radio commentator Laura Ingraham take on American culture in "Of Thee I Zing." Read an excerpt.
  • Clayton shows its true colors with a spectacular July 4 celebration Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:36PMOn the morning of July 4, I stepped outside and thought “it’s going to be hot today,” a classic summertime understatement. But the heat of the day shouldn’t hit until afternoon. I expect it will be pleasant for our parade.
  • Rodeo check-in continues Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 10:28AMWith temperatures above the 100 degree mark for at least the ninth consecutive day, volunteers at the International Finals Youth Rodeo had greeted more than 400 contestants who had arrived by 4 p.m. Saturday.
  • Fiction writer likes to create own world Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 3:45AMHe said his previous books — all real-world nonfiction on the dry topic of project management for the construction industry — bored him to death as he was writing them. So 10 years ago, Howard Birnberg made his escape to fiction.
  • Road Trip! Destination: Louisville, Ky. Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 11:00PMThe nine museums, galleries and cultural attractions in a four-block stretch of downtown Louisville could fill an entire weekend without venturing beyond Museum Row.
  • Animal rescue ranch in Gray struggling as donations plummet Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 9:58PMGRAY -- When he provides a tour of his ranch, Lewis Smith likes to tell the history behind every animal there.
  • Enthusiasm at miniature horse show in Lexington isn't small Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 3:05PMPerched in a carriage, Casey Waxler of Pittsburgh expertly guided her horse, Winning Colors, through
  • Carney_West Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 12:27AMA llama eyes the photographer as Rick West secures the gate Wednesday at his rural Nacogdoches home. Other critters in the menagerie include miniature horses, giants hogs and a unicorn. Staff photo by Andrew D. Brosig
  • NEW: VIDEO: Coleman couple raise, show miniature horses Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:28PMBecky and Jim McKeith believe that, in order to earn respect from an animal, they have to give respect.
  • Mini-horse found roaming golf course Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:18PMOur Tamara Lindstrom has the story of an animal on the lam who wanted a taste of the green.
  • Museum gears up for BC day Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:08PMThe B.C. Farm Machinery and Agriculture Museum has a big day coming up. On Monday, Aug. 1, in honour of B.C. Day, the volunteer-run museum will host a number of community groups and special events.
  • Kids enjoy activities at summer camp at Happyâs Farm Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:57PMBy Sarah Campbell scampbell@salisburypost.com SALISBURY — If you stop by Happy’s Farm during the school year you’ll see children working diligently on their studies. But during the summer you’ll find them ri ...
  • Man fighting to have service parrot recognized Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 5:58PMA TV crew from Animal Planet follows James Eggers through his daily routine. And it's all because of what's in his backpack - a parrot named "Sadie."
  • Three years after last major flood, Monkey Run split between buyouts and holdouts Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 9:59AMMONKEY RUN, Mo. -- Marilyn and Lee McGee agree that their tiny hamlet on a winding gravel road south of Hannibal is a wonderful place to live, with one significant caveat.
  • Saugus School Committee implements policy for animals in schools Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 7:50AMThe School Committee voted unanimously last month to implement a comprehensive policy that prohibits certain animals from schools within the district. Exceptions can be made if the building principal determines an animal meets a curriculum objective and doesn’t pose a threat to student safety.
  • Let Freedom Ring Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 6:56AMCrowds Pack Parades, Balloon Fiesta Park
  • The people come out in force for Independence Day Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 6:30AMKINDERHOOK — The annual Peoples’ Parade in Kinderhook included various residents dressed in red, white and blue who either walked down Broad Street or rode in patriotic decorated vehicles, including cars, wagons, tractors, and bicycles.
  • Red, White & Blue meets Red & Green at 66th Annual Celebration Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:14AMTen-year-old Hallie Baker dressed in a bright red and green outfit as one of Santa’s elves, while her horse, “Girl,” wore green bell boots, Christmas garland and a candy-cane bow on her tail.  
  • What's Happening in Oroville Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 1:00AM* Wildlife Education at the Butte County Library Learn about the diversity of life on the planet at 2:30 p.
  • Large red, white and blue crowd takes in Spirit of Watsonville parade Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 8:28PMWATSONVILLE - The practice of passing down traditions was evident everywhere along the Spirit of Watsonville parade route Monday.
  • Muscatine parade-goers get into the spirit ... of '76 Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 7:17PMMUSCATINE, Iowa — From a group of dancing, singing Liberians clad in their native garb and glad to call Muscatine home to the pest-control service right next door, Monday’s Fourth of July parade downtown celebrated all things American.