Jeff Hardy's Drug Possession Case Has Been Continued...Again

TNA Wrestling star Jeff Hardy was scheduled to appear in court to face charges stemming from his September 2009 arrest, however the case was once again continued.

The case was continued because the defense attorney had been trying to get in contact with the county's Sentencing Services Program. The Sentencing Services Program reviews cases and makes a recommendation of rehab instead of jail time if appropriate. It appears as though he'll either face limited jail time or probation/rehab no matter what.

The case has been continued until June 27th

Kurt Angle Sentenced For Recent Reckless Driving Arrest

The pro wrestler found apparently intoxicated behind the wheel of his vehicle in a ditch south of Grand Forks last month has been sentenced for reckless driving. Angle didn't appear in the courtroom before the judge who sentenced him Friday to a year of probation and fines and 10 days, all suspended, in jail...More?

source: twincities.com

Bret Hart: WWE Will Always Be About Wrestling

WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart has admitted he is confused at the company's decision to distance themselves from the term 'wrestling'.

Last week WWE chairman Vince McMahon ruled that the group's name no longer stands for World Wrestling Entertainment and instructed all employees not to use the W word again.

However, in the second part of SunSport's world exclusive interview with Hart, The Hitman says he can't see why the change has been made.

Hart told us: "I'm kind of scratching my head about that. I don't know that it makes any difference. Wrestling is wrestling. Call it whatever name you want, it's still wrestling.

"I think WWE is synonymous with wrestling. If WWE doesn't stand for World Wrestling Entertainment then what does it stand for? It may be a case of Vince trying to monopolise wrestling even more than he has...More?

And that's a bad thing? I don't understand the logic of criticizing someone for trying to expand their business.

I also don't see what the big deal is about this "re-branding". Vince McMahon has been saying since 1988 that he is in the entertainment business. That's how he responded to Ted Turner when Turner informed him that he was getting in to the wrestling business. This is simply an attempt at adding revenue streams. WWE has added the Talent Development department so they are obviously aware that wrestling is their core business.

This Day in Wrestling History - Rick Rude Passes Away

Rick Rude of dies of a heart attack at age 40.
April 20, 1999



Richard Erwin Rood
December 7, 1958 – April 20, 1999

This Day in Wrestling History

Triple H defeated Taz in the first match between a WWF(E) heavyweight Champion and an ECW Heavyweight Champion
April 20, 2000

WWE Magazine Offered in Digital Format

"WWE Magazine” enters the digital age. Get exclusive wallpapers, vintage vignettes, an interactive quiz and a real-time fan poll! Be a part of history and download "WWE Magazine's" first-ever digital issue today for only 99 cents! Click here.

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Anti-Smoking Advocate Demands Apology From R-Truth; WWE Responds

The executive director of TobaccoFree.org is demanding an apology from R-Truth after the angle on Monday's WWE Raw episode where Truth lit up a cigarette, according to a report by TMZ.

Executive director Patrick Reynolds told TMZ: "For him to smoke in front of (children) is irresponsible. At best, it's thoughtless, and at worst, if he calculated appealing to kids by posing as a bad-boy outlaw, it's evil."

WWE issued a statement to TMZ in response: "The negative effect smoking has on one’s health and physical performance was a part of a storyline on last night’s Monday Night Raw. Negative depictions of tobacco use on television are not unusual and can be seen on other TV-PG shows."

source: pwtorch.com

This is beyond ridiculous.

Video: Second Promo for Awesome Kong's WWE Debut

WWE Tough Enough 04/18/11 Recap

This Day in Wrestling History

The first Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup tag team tournament is held. The Road Warriors win the one million dollar prize.
April 19, 1986

Rumor Mill - Awesome Kong's WWE Persona

According to a report by PWInsider.com, former TNA Knockouts Champion Awesome Kong will go under the name "Kharma" when she officially debuts for WWE. The company filed a trademark for the name last week on April 12.

Japanese Promotions Team Up for Earthquake Fund

New Japan, All Japan, and NOAH to host their first ever joint show on August 27th at Tokyo Nippon Budokan called "ALL TOGETHER"! All proceeds from the event will go to the Japan earthquake fund, and we will see wrestlers from the top three promotions of Japan together, reports Stuart Marshall.