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Utah foreclosures soar Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:46PM The pace of foreclosure-related filing nationally may finally be slowing down, but in Utah the rate continues to increase dramatically. RealtyTrac Inc.
Strategic Storage Trust, Inc. Expands in Florida Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:46PMGULF BREEZE, FL--(Marketwire - 03/10/10) - In an all-cash transaction, Strategic Storage Trust, Inc. (SSTI) -- a publicly registered non-traded REIT targeting the self storage market -- recently acquired an approximately 280-unit self storage facility located in Gulf Breeze, Fla. "This acquisition is an opportunity to complement our existing nearby facility with the addition of large drive-up ...
Stamper preparing for NFL Draft Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:45PMUF’s leading tackler in ‘09 has not received much attention GAINESVILLE — While Joe Haden, Brandon Spikes and Carlos Dunlap have been in the NFL Draft spotlight since the end of the season, the Florida Gators' leading tackler last year has been waiting for his chance to shine.
Crude Oil Trades Near $82 After Rising on Fuel Supply Decline Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:45PMMarch 11 (Bloomberg) -- Crude oil traded near $82 a barrel after rising as an Energy Department report showed U.S. fuel supplies declined as demand climbed, adding to signs of recovery in the biggest energy-consuming nation.
Bill to ban texting while driving moves forward Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:44PMHere's a new reason to keep your thumbs on the wheel and your eyes on the road: Action to outlaw texting while driving is off to a speedy start in...
FBI, Italian Police Take Down International Mafia Ring Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:43PMWhat's Your Reaction?
Business Highlights Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:41PMSpike in Prius complaints may not be all it seems
Alabama's Torrance makes All-SEC second team Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:40PMSenior guard Mikhail Torrance of Alabama was selected to the coaches’ All-SEC men’s basketball second team for the 2009-10 season. The coaches released their selections Tuesday.
Future Stars: Cheerleading Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 6:38PMThe Outlaws are headed to Orlando
Photos about Cecil Burgess Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:04PMMoving Marilyn A gallery employee moves a portrait of Marilyn Monroe by Cecil Beaton on Thursday ahead of a retrospective at the Chris Beetles gallery in London.
Wakefield helps Red Sox beat Marlins 9-0 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:04PMPublished: Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 4:45 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 4:45 p.m. JUPITER, Fla. - Tim Wakefield spent a lot more time on the road than on the mound Tuesday, which was fine with him.
Governor candidate wants to open Mich. state bank Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:04PMLansing Mayor Virg Bernero today proposed having Michigan follow the lead of North Dakota and open a state-owned bank that could make low-interest loans to businesses and college students.
Jones leads South Florida past DePaul in Big East Tournament Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:04PMNEW YORK - Dominique Jones had 20 points and nine rebounds, and South Florida beat DePaul 58-49 in the Big East tournament opener Tuesday for its fourth straight victory.
Softball. California Dreamin' Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:03PMThe Boilermaker softball team kicks off its 10-day spring break swing through California at the Long Beach Invitational this weekend. Purdue will face No. 1 Washington and No. 8 Arizona State at the Judi Garman Classic in Fullerton next weekend to wrap up the trip.
St. Johns’ Eliminates a Fading UConn Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:02PMSt. John’s buried the Huskies’ last hopes for reaching the N.C.A.A. tournament by winning the first round matchup in the Big East Tournament.
4 O'Clock Fodder: Alabama's more popular than Auburn, or so says U.S. News & World Report Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:02PMWhich is more popular among students, the University of Alabama or Auburn University? U.S. News & World report has crunched the numbers and says ...
Future of whale that killed trainer unknown Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:02PMORLANDO — SeaWorld has not decided whether a whale that killed its trainer by dragging her into the water will keep performing, an official said Tuesday.
LA police seek man who robbed Florida sugar baron Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:02PMPolice are looking for a man they say posed as a hotel worker and made off with thousands of dollars in jewelry belonging to a wealthy Florida businessman and his wife who were in town to see the Academy Awards.
Southern Family Markets stores in Huntsville and Madison closing Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:00PMSouthern Family Markets stores in Huntsville and Madison are closing on or by April 3 because of "disappointing financial performance," said a company spokeswoman.
Orlando Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:28PMFlorida companies in today’s rebounding business environment need to stay focused on innovation, efficiency and strong customer relationships. Equally as important is a sound IT infrastructure to ensure sensitive data remains safe and secure.
Past Statements May Haunt a Psychic Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:26PMThe Securities and Exchange Commission ’s lawsuit against Sean David Morton for securities fraud highlighted the fact that he proclaimed himself as “America’s Prophet” while touting his ability to foresee the direction of the markets to attract investors.
Central Bank expands as other banks struggle Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:26PMBad news for banking has good news for Central Bank of Stillwater.
The March Group: CoreTech Consulting Group Acquires U.S. Staffing Services Company Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:26PMCORAL SPRINGS, Fla.----The March Group , a leading, private mergers and acquisitions advisory firm specializing in the sale of middle-market businesses, announced today that CoreTech Consulting Group LLC acquired the assets of a March Group client.
Stewart leads NHL's Three Stars Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:24PMColorado Avalanche right wing Chris Stewart, Tampa Bay Lightning center Steven Stamkos and Florida Panthers defenseman Bryan McCabe have been named the NHL's 'Three Stars' for the week ending March...
Maybin, Ross hobbled by injuries Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:24PMMaybin, Ross hobbled by injuries
Vasquez, Scheyer, Delaney lead All-ACC 1st team Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:24PMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Maryland's Greivis Vasquez, Duke's Jon Scheyer and Virginia Tech 's Malcolm Delaney — the top three scorers in the Atlantic Coast Conference — are unanimous All- ACC picks.
Limited Seats Available for Exclusive One-Day Seminar With Master Trader & Technical Analyst, Daniel Zanger of The ... Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:24PMMIAMI, FL--(Marketwire - March 8, 2010) - Limited seating available for exclusive one-day seminar with Master Trader & Technical Analyst Daniel Zanger at the Miami, Florida-based Marriot Biscayne Bay Hotel on April 24 th , 2010.
Buffalo Chips co-owner hoping liquor license is restored by St. Patty's Day Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:22PMOne of the owners of Buffalo Chips is hoping to have the restaurant's beverage license back before St. Patrick's Day.
Making cargo containers into homes Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:02AMJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- If people can live in trailers, why not converted cargo containers?The movement is apparently gaining steam.Jacksonville-based Conglobal Industries says sales have picked up in ...
Obama to host Florida space conference in April Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:00AMPresident Barack Obama, along with other lawmakers and space industry leaders, will meet April 15 to talk about his plans for NASA and human spaceflight.
UMaine Softball Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:00AMThe University of Maine softball team picked up some hardware in Florida this weekend. The Black Bears won the Stetson Invitational Championship by a 3-2 score over the host school. Hermon's Ashley Kelly got the win in the circle, the bears are now 8 and 13 this season. The baseball team . . .
RF Micro Devices(R) Updates Financial Outlook Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:00AMGREENSBORO, N.C. -- RF Micro Devices, Inc. , a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance radio frequency components and compound semiconductor technologies, today provided updated financial information for RFMD's fiscal 2010 fourth quarter, ending April 3, 2010.
President Obama to Clarify Future Plans for NASA Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:59AMThe U.S. space agency continues to struggle as President Obama receives even harsher criticism...
Heavy fires in DeSoto, Highlands causing smoky conditions in Lee Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:59AMAccording to a Florida Highway Patrol release, State Road 70 is closed from three miles west of US 27 to two miles east of the Desoto/Highlands...
'Clickers' Bring Game Show To Classroom Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:57AMClickers -- not unlike gadgets used on television game shows -- first appeared in college classrooms over a decade ago, but do they really help kids learn?
Obama Looks to Rally Public in ‘Uphill Battle’ on Health Bill Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:57AMMarch 8 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama this week kicks off a final push to salvage a health-care overhaul plan that faces opposition from the public and resistance from members of his own Democratic Party.
SEC releases spring practice dates Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:57AMThe Southeastern Conference has released starting and ending spring practice dates for its 12 member football teams. Alabama will begin March 12 and conclude April 17.
The Page That Is Fit And Proper Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 6:56AMZing Usually Mediawatch isn't a fan of childish pranks. Actually, who are we kidding - we're big fans of childish pranks. And this one friends, involving John Terry, an autograph hunter and a good amount of chutzpah, is right up there.
Science lab helps make learning fun Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:08PMSamantha Martin and three fourth-grade classmates pondered the challenge before them.
RNC Chairman Steele: GOP should focus on issues Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:08PMRepublican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele says the GOP should focus on issues like jobs and education and not on scare tactics.
National Basketball Association Game Capsules Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMNational Basketball Association Game Capsules
Water sources Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMWASHINGTON -- Sixty years ago, the late Atlanta Mayor William Hartsfield resisted helping to pay for Lake Lanier, a new federal reservoir being built north of town. Atlanta had plenty of water, he wrote Congress. Thanks, but no thanks. Those words came back to haunt Atlanta last year.
Seminoles edge Hurricanes Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMCORAL GABLES, Fla.—Luke Loucks and Deividas Dulkys each scored 13 points to lead Florida State to a 61-60 victory over Miami yesterday. Loucks’ 3-pointer with 1:52 left put the Seminoles (10-6 ACC, 22-8), who went 10 of 18 behind the arc, ahead 61-60 and ended a scoring drought of 3:40. The Hurricanes had three opportunities to retake the lead, including Durand Scott’s (14 points) missed jumper ...
Jacqueline Combine, Daniel Marks Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:07PMJacqueline Marie Combine and Daniel Michael Marks exchanged wedding vows Dec. 19, 2009, at the Empire Hotel ballroom in New York City. The Hon. William Corbitt officiated at the 6:30 p.m. ceremony. The reception was held at The Boathouse in Central Park.
K-State sports notebook Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:06PMK-STATE BASEBALL WINS: The Kansas State baseball team rode the right arms of Evan Marshall and James Allen to a 5-2 victory Saturday against Notre Dame in the Bright House Invitational at DeLand, Fla. Kansas State improved to 8-2 with the victory, while Notre Dame, which lost a game earlier in the day to Harvard, fell to 4-4. Marshall (2-0) was solid in his second-straight Florida start, wor ...
Hockey scoreboard Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:06PMBuffalo 3, Philadelphia 2 (OT) Detroit 5, Nashville 2 Chicago 6, Vancouver 3 Calgary 5, New Jersey 3 YESTERDAY’S GAMESPittsburgh 6, Dallas 3 Boston 3, N.Y. Islanders 2 Toronto at Ottawa, late N.Y. Rangers at Washington, late Carolina at Florida, late Atlanta at Tampa Bay, late
Exhibition schedule Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:05PMToronto 14, Philadelphia 9 Atlanta 11, Washington 8 N.Y. Mets (ss) 7, St. Louis 3 Detroit 17, Houston 7 Tampa Bay 12, N.Y. Yankees 7 Florida 4, N.Y. Mets (ss) 3 (10) Colorado (ss) 7, L.A. Angels 5 Oakland 8, Milwaukee 7 Cleveland 9, Cincinnati 2 Kansas City 4, Texas 2 Chicago Cubs 8, Arizona 7
FBI formally closes protracted anthrax case Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:09AM** FILE ** This is a file photo of Ottilie Lundgren, from Oxford CT, the fifth person to die of anthrax in 2001. Federal prosecutors were planning to indict a government scientist in connection with the anthrax deaths, but the man, Bruce E. Ivins, 62, apparently committed suicide.
Friars aren't half bad Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:07AMPROVIDENCE - No surprise, at least in the final score - No. 4 ranked Syracuse 99, Providence College 85.
Springville police: Man shook 1-month-old baby Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:07AMA 25-year-old Springville man was arrested Thursday after police say he shook his 1-month-old baby boy.