Small Plane Crashes Into Florida Home Apr 19, 2009
Twin-Engine Cessna Splits House In Two; Pilot Feared Dead. OAKLAND PARK, Florida, April 17, 2009. (CBS News -- US)
Plane Crashes into Florida Home (2:00 p.m.) Apr 18, 2009
(AP) - A small plane crashed into a house shortly after taking off from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport Friday morning, slicing the home down the middle into two charred pieces. The plane, believed to be a twin-engine Cessna 421, crashed around 11:20 a.m., and the house burst into flames, authorities said. (WTVR.com, VA)
Florida DB an OSU target Apr 17, 2009
Simply put, with Robert Gillespie coming onboard this season the Cowboy recruiting reach now extends into Florida and one of several prospects on OSU's radar from the Sunshine state is Hollywood native Tony Grimes. The 6-foot, 173-pound defensive back prospect recently talked with OSI about recruiting and any interest he might have in the Cowboy program. (Oklahoma State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Canada is Floridas top economic partner Apr 15, 2009
The scope of Canada s total investment into Florida enhances our stature in the world marketplace. Nearly 300 Canadian businesses operate in Florida. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Chizik building Auburn for the long haul Apr 14, 2009
Then dip into Florida for some real difference makers. We have a great tradition of success at Auburn and so we have a great product to sell, Chizik said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Why Did Congressional Black Caucus Overlook Racism in Cuba? Apr 10, 2009
Why Did Congressional Black Caucus Overlook Racism in Cuba. Why Did Congressional Black Caucus Overlook Racism in Cuba. (Human Events Online)
Flint River No. 2 on endangered list Apr 8, 2009
The water was needed to meet a minimum flow into Florida. If we have any intention of ever being able to give any relief to the Chattahoochee River basin in a time of drought in particular, there has to be some holding capacity on the Flint, Deal said Tuesday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Fuse 5 expands into Florida Apr 7, 2009
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Bank chief accepts challenge Apr 4, 2009
Kelley replaced Fred Coble, who took on the role when CapitalSouth made its first move into Florida through the Monticello acquisition. Coble resigned in January. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Hearst-Argyle Television Receives Peabody Award for Political Journalism Apr 2, 2009
Last year, Hearst-Argyle's WTAE-TV, Pittsburgh, was honored for its investigation into Pennsylvania's state-run student loan agency; in 2005, WBAL-TV, Baltimore, was recognized for its investigation of pollution in Maryland's Chesapeake Bay; in 2004, WISN-TV, Milwaukee, was recognized for its investigation of home smoke detectors; and in 2003, WESH-TV, Orlando, was honored for its investigation into Florida homebuilding practices. In making today's announcement, Horace Newcomb, Director of the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
CapitalSouth names Kelley city president Mar 27, 2009
The company expanded into Florida in 2007 by merging with Monticello Bancshares Inc. Monticello was under a cease-and-desist order well before the purchase and CapitalSouth Bancorp was issued its own cease-and-desist order by regulators late last year. On March 10, the company s board of directors approved to voluntarily delisted CapitalSouth Bancorp from the Nasdaq Capital Market effective at the end of March. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Your Street TIGRcub(TM) Funds Emerging to Focus Capital into Florida Companies Mar 24, 2009
As Entrex's lead on the Florida series of Your Street TIGRcub(TM) Funds, he'll utilize his vast domestic and international relationships to select, structure and develop third-party fund managers while also working with institutional and retail investors to align capital investments into Florida companies. Entrex CEO, Stephen H. Watkins, comments on Mr. Ashley's addition to the team; "Ashley brings strong relationships, solid background and intelligence to this Florida Your Street development;... (PR Newswire)
Flowers might bloom on time Mar 20, 2009
During El Nino, warmer-than-usual surface water in the eastern Pacific Ocean near the equator drives strong trade winds and heavy rains into Florida. La Nina's cooler Pacific waters tend to force those trade winds to shift farther north, so most winter storms from the Pacific track in over the Pacific Northwest and rarely reach Florida. (Florida Today)
Observing Florida Shorebirds in the... Mar 8, 2009
These bright colors begin to develop as these late migrating species move into Florida. Thus, an observer can sometimes see winter and breeding plumages on birds in the same flocks. (Suite101.com)
PostOnPolitics blog Mar 8, 2009
William Snyder, R-Stuart, would make it a 3rd-degree felony to transport an illegal immigrant into Florida. Snyder, who had a similar bill last year stall in committee, said his measure would allow local and state officials to investigate human smuggling along with federal authorities. (The Palm Beach Post)
USC has late push for tight end sought by Dogs Mar 6, 2009
He does not currently have the GPA or the entrance assessment scores to get into Florida, or Georgia for that matter. USC is a private school and they can make exceptions for athletes who underachieved academically in HS (they have done it with many of their past stars, including O.J. Simpson and many others. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Nelson addresses economy Mar 2, 2009
2 billion into Florida. He said officials in Washington estimate the package will create more than 206,000 jobs to help offset the 250,000 that have been lost since the beginning of the recession. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Q: The Florida Politics Blog Feb 28, 2009
Palm Beach Post: Palm Beach ure Coast news, sports, entertainment, jobs, cars, homes. Palm Beach Post reporters. (The Palm Beach Post)
UPDATE:Ole Miss coach Nutt honored by Miss. Senate Feb 21, 2009
"You can't sneak into Florida and win because you're on the radar now. It will be a bit harder.". Ole Miss defensive coordinator Tyrone Nix, who was also at the Capitol, said the team is in offseason workouts, waking at 5:30 a.m. a few times a week. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Crist's budget boosts schools Feb 21, 2009
Crist called money from the recently approved federal-stimulus package a "bridge to a better future," as the troubled economy continues to reduce the tax dollars flowing into Florida. "This (federal) package is good news for our state," Crist said during a news conference in the Capitol. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Gov. Crist outlines $66.5B budget Feb 21, 2009
2 billion pumped into Florida s economy by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 over three state fiscal years. $5. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Fewer outsiders apply for driver's licenses since '03 Feb 20, 2009
As recently as 2003, the moving company reported it hauled three shipments into Florida for every two that left. Population increases traditionally have been the economic engine in this state of almost 19 million residents. (Florida Today)
Southwest to serve Logan by fall Feb 19, 2009
"They've jumped pretty strong into Florida out of the Northeast," Kasper said. A spokesman for , the carrier with the most daily departures between Boston and Florida, declined to comment. (Boston Globe)
Georgia Aquarium to display invasive lionfish Feb 14, 2009
Researchers believe the lionfish were in aquariums before being released into Florida waters. They were first seen in the late 1990s, but some speculate they could have been introduced through damage from Hurricane Andrew years earlier, Carlson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
GOP Governors: Split over Obama's Stimulus Plan Feb 11, 2009
When President Barack Obama took his stimulus road show into Florida on Tuesday, Governor was waiting, tapping his foot. Crist, a Republican, is actually six months ahead of Washington in the stimulus game: in August, in response to his state's economic implosion, he launched Accelerate Florida, which is pouring out more than $28 billion in stored-up state funds for the kind of infrastructure and school-construction projects that are still being debated inside the Beltway. (Time.com)
Real Estate - Real Time Feb 11, 2009
Our decision to expand into Florida was in response to the states growing biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry, said Greg Novak, managing partner and CEO of Novak Druce + Quigg, in a statement. We studied the market carefully and wanted a central, convenient, first-class location for our Florida office. (The Palm Beach Post)
Rivals recaps the SEC Feb 8, 2009
Headliner: It's always big when Vanderbilt can dip into Florida and land one of the state's top prospects as the Commodores did with , an athletic pass-catching tight end who received interest from all over the country. Sleeper: ' recruitment never really got going after an early commitment to the Commodores, but there may not be a player in Vanderbilt's class with more potential as an athlete. (Vanderbilt Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tallahassee again provides raw material Feb 8, 2009
In 2008, it was QB B.J. Daniels and WR Daniel Bryant, and for the fourth straight year, USF has traveled into Florida State's backyard and come away with a pair of Tallahassee's top high school prospects. This time around it's offensive lineman John McGhin (pictured) and linebacker Chase Griffiths. (USF Sports -- Rivals.com)
Dennis DiFlorio Apr 1, 2008
The Commerce name will be used in the footprints of both banks, which extend from TD Banknorth's home state of Maine to Commerce's new expansion into Florida. TD Bank said the deal will make it the seventh-largest North American bank by branches with 2,100 -- almost 1,100 which are located in the United States. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Carter's goal: Be the best Mar 29, 2008
"The mental part of the game is getting so much easier, year-by-year, understanding the concepts of other teams - just the little things I never thought about coming into Florida State.". One thing Carter did think about upon his arrival at FSU was staking a claim to be the next great Seminoles cornerback - something he realized wouldn't come easy. (Florida Times-Union)
Astronauts Ready Spaceship for Ride Home Mar 26, 2008
"We're certainly not scared about it. But yeah, a little bit nervous about wanting to do it just right, and just like you've been training for. "But the Endeavour's in great shape, and we're looking forward to getting back into Florida right before sunset," he said in an interview with The Associated Press. Related Stories Video Photo Essays As has become customary during their 16-day flight, Gorie and his crew got an early start Tuesday on Endeavour's flight systems checkout. Everything tested... (Fox News)
Shuttle gears up for return Mar 26, 2008
But the Endeavour's in great shape, and we're looking forward to getting back into Florida right before sunset,'' he said in an interview with The Associated Press. As has become customary during their 16-day flight, Gorie and his crew got an early start Tuesday on Endeavour's flight systems checkout. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Mission walk to take Sontag man across USA Mar 26, 2008
then dip down into Florida before turning North on his way to Boston, Mass. If possible, he will continue on to Chicago, Ill. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
ASU falls to Florida in NIT Mar 26, 2008
Against the Gators, he was called for jumping into Florida Marreese Speights on a fast-break layup that would have put the Sun Devils within one with 9:04 left. "That was a big play," said Sendek, who walked on the floor and questioned the call. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Water spurs heated words Mar 22, 2008
Martin said, "The ag portion of the water dispute has been huge because the argument from Florida is that irrigation is taking water out of the aquifer, [that] impacts the surface water of the Flint River and therefore how much flows into the Chattahoochee and then the Apalachicola into Florida. The argument from the Chattahoochee side is, when farmers impact the aquifer and the Flint, then the Chattahoochee, which is the regulated [with dams] part of the water system, is obligated to deliver... (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Burnham, Florida's Blood Centers ring Nasdaq opening bell Mar 21, 2008
The event commemorates Burnham's one-year anniversary of its expansion into Florida. Florida's Blood Center's is providing temporary space for Burnham until its new facility in Lake Nona is completed. (Orlando Business Journal)
Cadence raises reinvestment efforts Mar 21, 2008
The position Stemmler fills is new for Cadence and was necessitated primarily by the company's move into Florida and Georgia in 2006, Stemmler says. In his role, Stemmler will work with each market president and management group to evaluate the bank's lending investment and services and identify potential problems, he says. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
TD Banknorth, Commerce deal to produce new name Mar 20, 2008
The name will be used in the footprints of both banks, which extends from TD Banknorth's home state of Maine to Commerce's new expansion into Florida. Currently, Commerce Bank has one location in the Baltimore region in Glen Burnie. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Joe Francis a Free Man in Florida After Plea Deal Mar 18, 2008
Francis flew into Florida on Tuesday from Reno, Nevada, where he has spent the last 12 months behind bars on federal tax evasion charges. But his legal troubles are far from over--Francis must return to Reno to stand trial in August, when he faces a maximum fine of $500,000 and a 10-year prison sentence if convicted. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The Columbia County School District must cut $850,000 from its general fund budget by June 30. The cut means the districts overall budget has been reduced to less than $70 million. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter Mar 2, 2008
coming into Florida being down nearly $2 billion. . (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Gators grasping for NCAA hope Mar 2, 2008
"Any time you can come into Florida and get a win, it's a big, big win for your team," Varnado said. It's not as big as he might imagine, according to Donovan. (Florida Times-Union)
Hoops: Jackson finally gets going for UGA Feb 27, 2008
By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 02/27/08. Athens No, that was not trick photography being used in the Vanderbilt game. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Firefighters battle the Bugaboo wildfire in May 2007 while trying to establish a fire line to contain the blaze that tore through South Georgia and North Florida, including portions of the Osceola National Forest in Columbia County near Lake City. FILE PHOTO Feb 24, 2008
This spring is shaing up to be similar to last year, where, during the month of May, the Bugaboo wildfire tore across South Georgia and across the state line into Florida and rolled through northern Columbia County toward Lake City. We are probably in the same shape, I would say, said Nynah Billingsley, Florida Division of Forestry Wildfire Mitigation Specialist. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Shuttle Atlantis Streaks Back To Earth Feb 21, 2008
The re-entry path took Atlantis across the South Pacific, over El Salvador and Honduras and then the western tip of Cuba, and up into Florida. Atlantis circled Earth 202 times during its mission, which began Feb. 7. (CBS News)
Citibank retail branches pulling out of Bay area Feb 21, 2008
Part of the bank's statewide expansion into Florida, the first of the four offices opened in Valrico in January 2007. Openings at the other three branches shortly followed. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Challenger Powerboats hits record shipments in January Feb 21, 2008
CEO Laurie Phillips said in a statement that the company is experiencing record demand, production and shipments despite not yet penetrating into Florida, the number one recreational boating market in the U.S.. She said Challenger has set up a strategy to establish distribution channels within the Florida marketplace, which the company believes should add significantly to its current growth. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Religious bigotry factor in politics Feb 18, 2008
Giuliani, who expected to come into Florida as the press's favorite child, had now been eclipsed by McCain. He was now "the loser," who miscalculated. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Clinton aide argues for seating Michigan, Florida delegates Feb 18, 2008
Ms. Clinton, who flew into Florida on primary eve but did not hold a public rally, tried to argue that Illinois Senator Barack Obama had violated the pledge by airing a national ad campaign that also showed on Florida television stations. Mr. Ickes's dual positions on the issue illustrate some of the internal division within the party as Ms. Clinton and Mr. Obama run neck in neck in the Democratic presidential race. (Globe and Mail)
McCain gains Michigan, Louisiana delegates Feb 17, 2008
Clinton, who flew into Florida in the night of the primary, tried to argue that Senator Barack Obama of Illinois had violated the pledge by airing a national ad campaign that also showed on Florida television stations. ASSOCIATED PRESS. (Boston Globe)
Minor League Update Feb 16, 2008
While Major Leaguers start rolling into Florida and Arizona, Minor League teams are also preparing for the upcoming season. Lehigh Valley IronPigs. (Philadelphia, TheInsiders.com)
PROMISES NO NEW SCANDALS INVOLVING HER HUSBAND... Feb 12, 2008
Clinton was the only major Democratic candidate on the ballot in Michigan, and she was the only candidate to fly into Florida the night of the election. I think that both Michigan and Florida should count, because these are two states we have to carry, she said. (The Drudge Report)
Workers with Speedway ties indicted with crime families Feb 9, 2008
Bob Nardozza, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney in Brooklyn, would not comment on whether the investigation is extending into Florida. ISC officials distanced the company from former employees, saying both men had left its construction and design subsidiary in December 2006 for "other employment," ISC spokesman Wes Harris said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Panera Bread Announces Plans for Growth in Florida Feb 8, 2008
"They are valued members of the Panera team, and it's wonderful to see their business expand into new markets." "We are excited about our expansion into Florida," said Sam Covelli. "We have enjoyed tremendous success in our current markets and look forward to the opportunity to broaden our reach and bring Panera to even more communities." With its identity rooted in handcrafted, fresh-baked, artisan bread, Panera Bread is committed to providing great tasting, quality food that people can trust. (PR Newswire)
Recruiting Drama Revisited Feb 6, 2008
However, academics forced him to sit out the 2007 season and he just recently was granted admission into Florida State where he will play tight end for the Seminoles. He has two years of eligibility remaining but thus far has just one college reception. (StateFans.com)
States: Deadline on water war is doable Feb 3, 2008
The three states reached a tentative compromise in November when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which operates Lanier, reduced the flow into Florida by about 5 percent ... The three states have feuded since 1989 over how to divide the water in the Chattahoochee River, which feeds Lanier and flows downstream into Florida's Apalachicola River. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Giuliani to bow out of presidential race Jan 31, 2008
Giuliani figured that he'd have a strong shot to win the nomination if different candidates won in the early states, making for a fractured contest and no one candidate riding a wave of momentum into Florida. That's exactly what occurred; three candidates won in the first six states to vote. (KRNV.com, NV)
Rudy Exits With Temper, Mean Streak in Check Jan 31, 2008
Listen as she breaks her word to her fellow candidates, describing her foray into Florida as an act of political daring undertaken to protect the rights of the good citizens there. That's a prelude to a self-righteous crusade to turn the zero delegates she won there into 210 delegates seated at the convention. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
* Presidential campaign rumbles into Florida Jan 30, 2008
Presidential campaign rumbles into Florida. LIBERAL ANSWERS': Acrimony replaced civility in the Republican race as negative radio ads and bitter exchanges took over center stage in the latest state primary AP, TAMPA, FLORIDA Wednesday, Jan 30, 2008, Page 7. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Republican right is coming around to Arizonan Jan 30, 2008
More than 400 Arizona volunteers helped crucial get-out-the-vote telephone calls into Florida, Cole said. Starting tonight, they are redirecting their efforts into Arizona, he added. (AZCentral -- News)
Ascendant McCain leaves rivals trailing Jan 30, 2008
Mr Giuliani, who began the presidential race as favourite because of his high profile as mayor of New York during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, had adopted the risky tactic of sitting out the early primary races, in favour of pouring all his resources into Florida. It did not work. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Giuliani expected to back Florida winner McCain Jan 30, 2008
Last night was a humiliation for Giuliani, who invested all his time and effort into Florida and ignored the other early contests. He is scheduled to take part in a Republican televised debate in California tonight and his campaign manager, Mike Duhaime, insisted he still intended to participate. (Guardian Unlimited)
German grocer plans stores in Brevard Jan 30, 2008
The Aldi discount supermarket chain plans to start opening stores in Brevard County in the fall as part of the Germany-based companys move into Florida. The company has bought land in Titusville and has lease agreements on buildings on Merritt Island and in Palm Bay to open its first three local stores late this year, David Behm, vice president of Aldis Florida division, said Monday. (Florida Today)
Class of 2008 Big Ten recruiting overview, part two Jan 29, 2008
They did dip into Florida though to land safety (Naples, Fla. Golden Gate), a potential sleeper in this class among the safeties. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Primaries fall to parties but tax issue open to all voters Jan 29, 2008
Also, it has meant the leading Democratic candidates have stayed away from the state (though Clinton swooped into Florida this weekend to raise money). State Democratic leaders say they are confident Florida's delegates ultimately will be seated at the convention. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
STAPLES: Top recruit Jones keeping everyone in the dark Jan 29, 2008
Watson bumped into Florida co-defensive coordinator Charlie Strong last week at a coaches' conference, and Watson said Strong was equally upset at the report. Eyewitnesses have provided news of Jones' whereabouts. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)