Rusted Root returns with new tunes
By Pitt News Staff
published: Fri, 29 Feb, 2008
It was a visit to Nicaragua in 1998 that sparked the formation of Pittsburgh band Rusted Root. In preparation for the release of its first studio album since 2002, Rusted Root will play a "Special Hometown Show" this Saturday at Mr.
Featured Photo: Ol' Faithful
By Pitt News Staff
published: Fri, 29 Feb, 2008
A watermain break spouts skyward at the corner of Centre Avenue and Dithridge Street last night. As of press time, workers were still attempting to repair the leak. This same area has seen several watermain breaks in recent years.
Culture and dance on display at coffeehouse
By Pitt News Staff
published: Fri, 29 Feb, 2008
RJalsah VII Your Inner Vagabond Coffeehouse ' World Lounge 4130 Butler St., Lawrenceville 412-683-1623 $7 advance/$10 at the doorGrab your drum, do a few extra crunches and hop to Lawrenceville for "Jalsah VII," hosted at the brand new Your Inner Vagabond Coffeehouse ' World Lounge March 1.
Fashion On The Street
By Pitt News Staff
published: Fri, 29 Feb, 2008
Who: Emily Strausbaugh Wearing: American Apparel jeans, shirt and mittens, sweater from Express, Burberry coat and black flats from "a little store in Philadelphia." Why: This undeclared sophomore said, "I work at American Apparel, so I was supposed to be wearing all AA, but I was cold so I put o
Pitt ready to squeeze Orange
By Pitt News Staff
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
After finally breaking out of a three-game skid and escaping with a 73-67 win against Cincinnati Wednesday, the Panthers hit the road to face Syracuse Saturday at noon with one thing in mind - another win. "Our guys are excited," Pitt coach Jamie Dixon said.
Lamott to lecture on faith with a side of humor
By Pitt News Staff
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
Anne Lamott March 1, 7 p.m. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall 412-394-3353 $10 for studentsPittsburgh's Community of Reconciliation Church is celebrating its 40th anniversary with the help of best-selling writer Anne Lamott.
Even with snow, think about suits
By Pitt News Staff
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
As I sit here writing this, it is currently 12 degrees outside and snowing, exactly the kind of weather I associate with swimsuits. Not. Because we live in Pittsburgh, and it will probably still be snowing in April, I know what you're probably thinking - swimsuits in February? Well, yes.
Myron Cope, 1929-2008
By Pitt News Staff
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
Eric Vdnek and Lisa Luca raise their Terrible Towels in memory of Pittsburgh's most famous sportscaster Myron Cope at Pitt's men's basketball game last night. See page two for a tribute to Cope, a former Pitt News sports editor.
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By Pitt News Staff
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
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Feature: Can HD save Radio?
By Tony Jovenitti / Staff Writer
published: Thu, 28 Feb, 2008
On Election Day in 1920, in a small studio in the Pittsburgh suburb of Allison Park, Pitt alumnus Frank Conrad transmitted the world's first commercial radio broadcast under the call name KDKA. Conrad played music and announced Warren G. Harding's presidential victory to local listeners.
