Cars for Mark Martin, Jimmie Johnson pass 2nd NASCAR inspectionOctober 6th, 2009 Hendrick cars pass 2nd inspectionCHARLOTTE, N.C. — NASCAR found no problems with the cars of championship leaders Mark Martin and Jimmie Johnson on Tuesday following a second, more thorough inspection.
NASCAR tells Johnson and Martin their cars nearly failed post-race inspectionOctober 2nd, 2009 NASCAR warns Hendrick teams about carsKANSAS CITY, Kan. — NASCAR has warned Hendrick Motorsports that the cars of Jimmie Johnson and Mark Martin came very close to failing post-race inspection following their 1-2 finish at Dover last week.
Palmer headed to the White House for another awardSeptember 30th, 2009 Palmer to receive Congressional Gold MedalORLANDO, Fla. — Arnold Palmer says he has been selected to receive a Congressional Gold Medal, which honors a person for his distinguished achievements and contributions.
White House scouts possible Obama Copenhagen visit to pitch Chicago for OlympicsSeptember 19th, 2009 White House scouts possible Obama Copenhagen visitWASHINGTON — The White House says it is sending an advance team to Copenhagen to check out the possibility of a personal appearance by President Barack Obama before the Olympic committee. A senior adviser to Obama confirmed Saturday night to The Associated Press that the advance team would only be making sure Obama has the option of going to appeal for Chicago, which is bidding to host the Olympics in 2016.
Obama honors 2009 Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins, salutes team's 'spirit of service'September 10th, 2009 Obama honors 2009 Stanley Cup champion PenguinsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama welcomed the 2009 Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins to the White House on Thursday and celebrated the hockey team for its performance on and off the ice. The Penguins won the best-of-seven series in June, defeating the defending champion Detroit Red Wings.
Obama, adviser do what they can to bring 2016 Summer Olympics to ChicagoSeptember 10th, 2009 Obama pushes for Chicago's 2016 Olympic bidWASHINGTON — Aiming to boost his hometown of Chicago's bid to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, President Barack Obama is bringing Olympic athletes to the White House next week and sending a senior adviser to Denmark to lobby Olympic officials, White House officials said Wednesday. Valerie Jarrett, one of Obama's top advisers, will attend an Oct.
NASCAR champion Johnson gives local schools $150,000 in education grantsAugust 24th, 2009 Johnson gives local schools $150,000 in grantsCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Three-time reigning NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson has donated $150,000 in grants to four Charlotte-area school systems.
White House greeting for NASCAR champs, Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson moved to Aug. 19August 3rd, 2009 Rain delays Monday's White House event for NASCARWASHINGTON — The White House meeting between No. 44 and No. 48 will have to wait a few weeks, thanks to turf problems elsewhere.
Lawmakers urge Obama to pardon Jack Johnson, first black boxing championAugust 3rd, 2009 Lawmakers urge pardon for first black boxing champWASHINGTON — Two Republican lawmakers are urging President Barack Obama to issue a posthumous pardon for boxer Jack Johnson, the black heavyweight champion who was imprisoned because of his romantic ties with a white woman. Arizona Sen.
Rain washes out Cup race at Pocono Raceway, green flag scheduled to drop MondayAugust 2nd, 2009 Rain washes out Pocono raceLONG POND, Pa. — Jimmie Johnson's White House visit will have to wait.
Hail to the champ: Obama set to greet 3-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson at White HouseAugust 1st, 2009 Obama to greet Johnson, NASCAR champsWASHINGTON — No. 44, meet No.
Obama hints that he will attend World Cup 2010July 10th, 2009 L'AQUILA, Italy — President Barack Obama is hinting he'll attend next year's World Cup soccer championship in South Africa. After a photograph with South African President Jacob Zuma on Friday, a reporter asked Obama if he'll attend the matches.
Lee Petty, Cale Yarborough among 25 nominees for NASCAR's first Hall of Fame classJuly 2nd, 2009 Lee Petty, Yarborough among 1st nominees for HallNEW YORK — Lee Petty and Cale Yarborough are among the 25 nominees for NASCAR's first Hall of Fame class. NASCAR released the two names ahead of the announcement of all nominees on Thursday night.
Nationwide series goes to double-file restarts, emulating Sprint CupJune 27th, 2009 Nationwide series goes to double-file restartsDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — The Nationwide series will emulate the top NASCAR circuit by using double-file restarts with the leaders at the front throughout races, beginning with the event at Daytona International Speedway on July 3.
White House: Obama has not made decision on attending World Cup soccer in South AfricaJune 22nd, 2009 White House: Obama not committed to World CupWASHINGTON — The White House says President Barack Obama has not made a decision yet on whether to attend next year's World Cup soccer championship in South Africa. Presidential spokesman Robert Gibbs was asked about the matter on Monday after at least one published report said Obama had accepted an invitation.
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