What kind of influence does rap music have? Is it just entertainment, politically driven or negative motivation? The Yard Talk panel discussed these … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2015
Hot August Nights and the Hottest People We Can’t Forget
The month of August is the fifth of seven months with 31 days. A full moon is expected on Saturday, Aug. 29. For Christians, the solemnity of the … [Read more...]
Department of Justice Probes Florida Prison Deaths in 2014
After a series of inmate deaths, the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the Florida prison system. With 320 inmate deaths for 2014 as of Dec. … [Read more...]
August 2015 News Briefs
San Quentin — Death of condemned inmate Michael Lamont Jones, 44, is being investigated as a possible suicide, prison officials said. He was … [Read more...]
Williams, ‘ATL’ MVPs of All-Star Game
By Rahsaan Thomas Sports Editor Allan McIntosh and Oris “Pep” Williams out-shined the All-Star competition while leading the East to an 82-76 victory … [Read more...]
A’s Game Ends in 2-2 Tie With Muscle Milk
Tough defense and a pitching duel left the San Quentin A’s and the Benicia Muscle Milk tied, 2-2. The A’s found themselves in a battle with some … [Read more...]
Bench Players Roll Over Lincoln Hill Team, 69-47
San Quentin Warriors role and bench players showed their talents in a 69-47 rout of the Lincoln Hill Community Church basketball team. Warrior Head … [Read more...]
Hart Highlights Record-Breaking Track Meet
Olympic Gold Medalist Eddie Hart recently gave running advice on the San Quentin Lower Yard where several 1000 Mile Club members broke records. “It’s … [Read more...]
Hardtimers Take Down Diego Brothers, 18-15
The San Quentin Hardtimers and the Diego Brothers softball game resembled a homerun derby as the Hardtimers edged the Diego Brothers 18-15. The Diego … [Read more...]
Don Smith Aids in Green Team 93-81 Win Over Kings
The visiting Green Team’s oldest player, Don Smith, helped his squad rally from a 17-point deficient to defeat the San Quentin Kings, 93-81. “It was a … [Read more...]