Don Bell

1 month ago | oakridger.com | Don Bell

Don BellGuest columnI think there are times when we become so fascinated with elite sports stars that we overlook our own local heroes who made an impact on our own unique and great city of Oak Ridge. Danny Sanders is one of those individuals who deserves to have his story written, not only to revisit forgotten memories, but to enlighten the young people of our community. Last year, Danny and I became reacquainted at the Oak Ridge High School Class of 1974's 50th Reunion.

Feb 11, 2025 | ualberta.ca | Don Bell

New research at the University of Alberta may make it easier to diagnose serious diseases that disrupt the body’s energy supply. In a recently published study, researchers looked at 297 people with suspected primary mitochondrial disorders to get an understanding of their causes and improve diagnosis and treatment. An estimated one in 5,000 people has a genetic mitochondrial disease. Mitochondria are an essential part of our cells, and when something goes wrong with them, it’s a big problem.

Jan 14, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Don Bell |Andrew Greth

Is Eric Dixon destined for the NBA? Villanova basketball coach Kyle Neptune believes so Eric Dixon is 6 feet 8 inches tall, 265 pounds and has the green light to shoot the ball. The Villanova graduate student forward is the nation's leading scorer in men's college hoops and he's working to become one of the all-time great Wildcats. "I try not to think about it," Dixon said. "Obviously, you see it everywhere, I try to ignore it.

Dec 24, 2024 | cbsnews.com | Don Bell

When times get tough, Mountain MacGillivray leans on his faith and his family. For the La Salle women's basketball coach, the past few years have certainly been tough, but he doesn't stop counting his blessings. "I know, in no way was this a test from God, but I wanted to make sure he knew he could intervene because I wasn't going to lose my faith either way," MacGillivray said.

Dec 6, 2024 | cbsnews.com | Andrew Greth |Don Bell

It's like planes, trains and automobiles — except for college football. As No. 3 Penn State readies for the Big Ten Championship Game Saturday against No. 1 Oregon at Lucas Oil Stadium, fans are doing whatever they can to get to Indianapolis, Indiana. For some fans, a trip to Indy for the Big Ten title game is a chance to reignite family traditions. Philadelphia International Airport looks more like Happy Valley as fans take to the air.