Panera Bread
Listen to WKSU Online choose to listen in realplayer or windows media (more choices)
Search WKSU
Site Features
Programs ScheduleMake A PledgeMember BenefitsFAQ/HelpContact Us
nowplaying
May 16, 2008
What’s On Now?

Classical Music
With Ward Jacobson

1:41
Antonin Reicha: 18 Variations on "Se vuol ballare" from The Marriage of Figaro

2:01
Antonin Dvorak: Slavonic Dance #6 (Genevieve Chinn, piano)

2:06
Ottorino Respighi: Church Windows (Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra)

Also Playing Now:

 WKSU 2 News:
BBC World Service
 WKSU 3 Classical:
Classical Music with Ward Jacobson


Later Today On WKSU

5:00
Morning Edition®


9:00
Classical Music with Mark Pennell
Join WKSU’s Mark Pennell for the best in classical music.

1:00
Classical Music with Sylvia Docking
Join WKSU’s Sylvia Docking for the best in classical music.

3:00
Fresh Air® with Terry Gross


What’s On Now?

BBC World Service


For over 70 years, BBC World Service has been the globe's most comprehensive source for news. When news breaks — anywhere, anytime — BBC is there.


Also Playing Now:

 WKSU On Air:
Classical Music with Ward Jacobson
 WKSU 3 Classical:
Classical Music with Ward Jacobson


Later Today On WKSU's News Channel

5:00
Morning Edition®


9:00
BBC Newshour
Newshour is the BBC's flagship news program, specializing in bringing listeners not only the facts, but also the in-depth analysis and commentary behind the headlines.

10:00
On Point
On Point unites distinct and provocative voices with passionate discussion as it confronts the stories that are at the center of what is important in the world today.

12:00
Day To Day®


What’s Playing Now?

Classical Music
With Ward Jacobson

1:41
Antonin Reicha: 18 Variations on "Se vuol ballare" from The Marriage of Figaro

2:01
Antonin Dvorak: Slavonic Dance #6 (Genevieve Chinn, piano)

2:06
Ottorino Respighi: Church Windows (Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra)

Also Playing Now:

 WKSU On Air:
Classical Music with Ward Jacobson
 WKSU 2 News:
BBC World Service


Later Today On WKSU's Classical Channel

5:00
Classical Music with Ward Jacobson


6:00
Classical Music with John Zech


9:00
Classical Music with Mark Pennell
Join WKSU’s Mark Pennell for the best in classical music.

1:00
Classical Music with Sylvia Docking
Join WKSU’s Sylvia Docking for the best in classical music.

WKSU Support
Funding for WKSU is made possible in part through support from the following businesses and organizations.

Stanek Windows

Emeritus At Stow

KeyBank

For more information on how your company or organization can support WKSU, download the WKSU Media Kit.

(WKSU Media Kit PDF icon )

Donate Your Vehicle to WKSU

WKSU News
Search WKSU News
Sports

News Director
M.L. Schultze
Change is mostly in a name for the Indians

Sunday, March 30, 2008

For the first time since 2001, the Indians home opener is the team's season opener. And for the first time in 14 years, the Indians will play that home opener in a place NOT known as Jacob's Field.

WKSU's M.L. Schultze reports:

Other options:
Realplayer / Windows Media / MP3 Download (4:32)

(Click image for larger view.)

The Indians prepare for batting practice on the eve of the season opener
The trip from Spring training in Florida up to Cleveland for the regular season means hauling up entire households, complete with Big Wheels and exercise balls.
Victor Martinez practices fielding at third base at Progressive Field
What closed out last season as Jacobs Field opened up this season as Progressive Field. The insurance company paid more than $50 million for the naming rights
Victor Martinez was fired up during batting and fielding practice on the eve of the Indians season opener
Players stretch in left field on the eve of the Indians season opener vs. the White Sox
The new Party Deck in right field seats 400 and features a buffet and full-service bar. To make room the Indians ripped out 400 seats and relocated the kids' play area.
The new Party Deck above right field is for parties of as many as 400
The Progressive Field grounds crew worked out beside the Indians on Sunday
The new Party Deck replaced 400 seats at Progressive Field and includes room for food and a full-service bar.
Manager Eric Wedge says there's something really special about the season opener being at home.
Victor Martinez joined Casey Blake in fielding practice at third base.
The view from behind home plate of the newly named Progressive Field. VP for public relations, Bob DiBiasio, says most fans have adjusted to the change, and a great performance on the field will bring around the rest.
Batting practice at Progressive Field Sunday was the first taste most players had of playing conditions this season.




Add Your Comment
Name:

Location:


Comments:
Page Options

Print this page

E-Mail this page / Send mp3

More Sports

King James Classic attracts the nation's rising basketball stars

KSU men's basketball team enters MAC tournament with record-breaking season

Indoor park is a mecca for mountain bikers

OSU president criticizes disconnect between athletics and academics

No more Jake

The Browns could win a playoff spot this weekend

Northeast Ohio's mountain biking enthusiasts hack their way through brambles, brush, and red tape to build their trails in public parks

College Football Bowl Pick Controversy Continues

Willis dead at 86; was Jackie Robinson of pro football

Case spotlights athletic hazing

More by WKSU's M.L. Schultze

Governor and Democratic lawmakers push for impeachment

Even the little guy's gotta adjust

Battle over art is battle over history

Clinton beat Obama in Ohio but ...

Pushing for blood

Impeachment is an Ohio rarity

Dann will not go

Judge clears Taser, orders autopsy changes

NPR commentator says Jeremiah Wright's damage reaches beyond Obama

Farmers wanted for Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Stories with Recent Comments

Digital technology revolution impacting more than business world
I want to get involve.

Fuel cell industry poised for growth

will there be a conversion available for gasoline cars

Dann Resigns

Bring back Betty Montgomery!

Canton teen gets special invite to Pope's welcome party

This is a great interview I hope I gave soem insight on the Holy Fathers trip to America.

Ohio public schools round up nonresident students

That is very good. In Granville a few people got through the tax system and went to Granville free.

Cleveland Fashion Week showcases Kent State graduate's new line

Did you know that one of our local girls from kent / Brimfield, Andrea Reshonsky is one of the models that will be participating in this event?

Army Opens Ravenna Arsenal for Tours

I remeber our family moving to Ravenna during WW II. We lived in an abandoned service station. I also remember that there was a train track behind the place we ...

Ohio prisons are overcrowded

we should release frist time non violent offenders.

NPR commentator says Jeremiah Wright's damage reaches beyond Obama

Is it me are is there something wrong in why no one is reporting on the out and out racist comments by Pat Bucannon. Is he getting a free pass since he is on MS...

Catalytic converter thefts on the rise again

Just thought I would drop a line to let you know the problem of catalytic converter thefts is ever increasing in our city. The problem we see is there is no wa...

Copyright © 2008 WKSU Public Radio, All Rights Reserved.

  
In Partnership With:

NPR PRI Kent State University
Support provided by:

Kent State University College of Continuing Studies
listen in windows media format listen in realplayer format Car Talk Hosts: Tom & Ray Magliozzi Fresh Air Host: Terry Gross A Service of Kent State University 89.7 WKSU | NPR.Classical.Other smart stuff. NPR Senior Correspondent: Noah Adams Living on Earth Host: Steve Curwood 89.7 WKSU | NPR.Classical.Other smart stuff. A Service of Kent State University