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This is the continuation of an interview with retired MLB umpire, Dave Phillips.  This is 30 entertaining minutes of Dave's recounts of the ecapades of Billy Martin & Earl Weaver. We'll be back with one final morsel from Dave in a subsequent episode, so keep tuned in for more fun stories.   Special thanks to Dave Baker for assisting with this series.

In an earlier podcast, Dave Phillips began his story of becoming a MLB umpire.  This is the continuation of that story.  He quickly worked his way through the minor leagues to become one of the youngest MLB umpires with a long and story-filled career. He eventually earned four World Series rings (had he not been injured one season, it would've been five rings). Dave has an entertaining way of tell...

Here is a short eight minute story about retired MLB umpire Dave Phillips' first ejection and the unusual rule that led up to the ejection of a now famous player.

Dave has an expression.  "Here's another cute story".  These are the cute stories that I excerpted from the original interview, but were such enjoyable stories that I had to make sure you can listen to them too!

Dave Phillips was a MLB umpire in the American League for 32 years.  He was one of the youngest umpires in Major League history.  He umpired for four World Series. He has many stories of his encounters with Billy Martin, Earl Weaver and his friend, George Brett.  He presided over four World Series, including the 1982 Cardinal/Brewers series and the 1987 Twins/Cardinals series. This episode feature...

Miss Kentucky 1961 was Marcia Crumbler. She resides in our community and shares her stories with Neighborly News. An entertaining listen for your 30 minute walk.

This is a story about someone who is unrelated donating an organ to someone in need. It occured back in 2006, but it gives you insight into some of the wonderful people we have in our community. If you would like to view videos of news reports go to YouTube and MrDabake73. If you or someone you know has an interesting story, please contact Randy at randystary@yahoo.com.