Newton Citizen

How many wins for Tiger Woods so far? A lot

BETHESDA, Md. -- In a rush to announce a milestone for Tiger Woods -- not that his record needs any embellishment -- the PGA Tour revealed that the AT&T National was the 100th professional win of his career.

Braves' Chipper Jones added to NL All-Star roster

ATLANTA -- Braves third baseman Chipper Jones on Tuesday was named to replace Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp on the NL All-Star roster.

Austin promoted to Tampa

Tyler Austin is off to Tampa. The former Heritage standout, who has shined in his third season in the New York Yankees organization, was promoted from low-Single-A Charleston to high-Single-A Tampa on Tuesday.. It's a well-deserved promotion for Austin. The 20-year- old, who

Williams ousts defending champ in quarterfinals

WIMBLEDON, England -- Thanks to a bit of advice from her big sister and a bunch of aces from her big serve, Serena Williams is back in the Wimbledon semifinals. With two more victories, Williams will be holding a Grand Slam trophy for the first time in two years.

Chambers on Britain's team for Olympics

LONDON -- London-born sprinter Dwain Chambers was selected for the British Olympic team on Tuesday, three months after his lifetime ban from the games as a doping offender was overturned.

Darrell Huckaby: A few powerful words that changed the whole world

The revolution began with words. Words put together in such a way as to cause people to think about things in an entirely different light.

Reflections on America's 236th birthday

Today America celebrates its 236th birthday. As you enjoy this national holiday, with your family and friends, I ask you to think about the following "cost of freedom," as freedom is not free.

Jeff Meadors: The value of the written word survives generations

College students often complain about teachers asking them to write. "When will I ever use this?" they ask.

Austin promoted to Tampa

Tyler Austin is off to Tampa. The former Heritage stand out, who has shined in his third season in the New York Yankees organization, was promoted from low-Single A Charleston to high-Single-A Tampa Tuesday.