Archive for April, 2011

The WWE’s move toward family friendly films - smart or stumbling?

I’ve been following with some interest the evolution of WWE Studios f rom a blood and guts R-rated action operation that turns the stars of World Wrestling Entertainment into action heroes, into a studio that shows them family friendly films, putting wrestlers in a more warm and fuzzy light.

World Wrestling Entertainment Shares Plunged: What You Need to Know

What: Shares of World Wrestling Entertainment fell 10% today after the company announced a revised dividend policy.

Glassport’s Lord Zoltan, friends aid school with Deaf WrestleFest

By Michael DiVittorio , MCKEESPORT DAILY NEWS Friday, April 29, 2011 Last updated: 10:36 am A professional wrestling legend is bringing together local talent and a Hall of Famer for an extravaganza at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf.

WWE Raw slams Resch Center in Green Bay July 18

World Wrestling Entertainment just can’t stay away from the Resch Center. On Monday, July 18, WWE Raw returns to the Resch in Ashwaubenon for another night of mayhem with planned appearances by WWE superstars The Miz, John Cena, Big Show, Rey Mysterio, John Morrison, Kelly Kelly and more.

Several people sent to prison this week, others get probation, plead guilty

A man who ripped off his girlfriend’s disabled son was sent to prison Tuesday. David Joseph Catalani, 32, was sentenced Tuesday to 12 to 32 months in prison on a charge grand larceny.

WWE Hall of Fame great coming to Capt. Brien’s Off the Hook Comedy Club this weekend

He’s wild, he’s brash, he’s witty, he is Roderick George Toombs, better known as Rowdy Roddy Piper, and he is coming to the Off the Hook Comedy Club here on Marco Island.

UCF student competes to become professional wrestler for WWE

University of Central Florida student Christina Crawford survived another round of elimination during last night’s episode of “WWE Tough Enough” - a reality TV show that pitsA aspiring wrestlers against each other to see who will become World Wrestling Entertainment’s next “Superstar” or “Diva.” The show, hosted by WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” …

Exclusive Deadline List: Media Moguls With Pay Compensation not Out-Of-Whack

MyA previous post A showed that a lot of media company bogwigs have pay that’s out of whack with the other 4 top executives whom the SEC requires these corps to list.A Now I want to show the flip side — CEOs that don’t set offA alarm bells with corporate governance experts.

WWE Announces Theme For Next Week’s Raw

WWE Announces Theme For Next Week’s Raw Posted by Jeremy Thomas on 04.25.2011 Happy birthday… - WWE and USA have issued the following press release: Come Celebrate The Rock’s Birthday STAMFORD, Conn.– –Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, The Most Electrifying Man In All of Entertainment, finally returns to his hometown of Miami.

Pro Wrestling Comes to St. Francis Xavier

Tickets are selling fast for a much anticipated wrestling event at St. Francis Xavier.

Blumenthal to discuss worker misclassification

U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal says he’s supporting legislation in Washington that would curb the practice of worker misclassification in hopes of creating a level playing field for workers and businesses.

‘Burke Will Always be Home’ for Wrestler Byron Saxton

At 6′1″ and 230 pounds of muscle, Byron Saxton is making his mark on the world as a wrestler.

Bret Hart Says WWE Is Wrestling

Bret Hart Says WWE Is Wrestling Posted by Larry Csonka on 04.20.2011 The Hitman speaks… - Bret Hart was recently interviewed by the UK Sun, and when asked about WWE’s latest move away from wrestling, Hart had the following to say… “I’m kind of scratching my head about that.

Wrestling enters the world of role-playing with Wild World Wrestling

Do you like this Review? Wrestling has been the subject of games for at least the past thirty years.

The Pro Wrestling Business and My Introduction

Hello. My name is Steve Hammond. This is my short introduction. I’ve been in the professional wrestling business for over 18 years, in many aspects and roles.

Ex-wrestler familiar with rigors of the ring

“Stone Cold” Steve Austin gave up wrestling eight years ago after injuring his neck in the ring.

Connecticut women share success stories in Danbury

Women’s Business Council presentedInspirations: Conversations with Extraordinary Women Thursday evening at the Matrix Center in Danbury.

WWE’s Dividend: About to Get Clotheslined

All News and Columns >>>> World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. announced plans to expand beyond wrestling and rebrand itself simply as “WWE” this morning.

WWE Issues List of Banned Terms to International Voice-Over Workers

How long will this logo be acceptable? Thanks to LordsofPain.net for the following.

Study: Young children may make parents less fit

Amy Dellisanti commented on the post Lorain man arrested after stealing car, fleeing officers, police say 3 minutes ago Les, I live on your street and sorry to here about your car.