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South Florida News from The Sun-Sentinel

Should teachers, students 'friend' each other?

Sep 6, 2010 4:00 am

Florida schools districts are considering guidelines for teacher-student interaction on the Web as the popularity of social media sites such as Facebook grows.

Powerball, Florida Lotto jackpots roll over

Sep 5, 2010 12:34 pm

College football may have begun in earnest but no one tackled the top lottery prizes: Powerball and Florida Lotto both rolled over Saturday night.

Most Broward cities planning to jack up property tax rates

Sep 5, 2010 3:11 am

South Florida property values took another dive this year. And despite the desperate times many homeowners are facing, that is forcing cities to raise rates just to bring in the same money as last yea...

Investors could recoup $9 million from Delray broker

Sep 4, 2010 9:04 pm

More than a thousand people who lost $9 million with a once-popular Delray Beach securities broker who hosted his own investment talk-radio show will soon be getting some of their money back.

Profitable airline fees only going to increase

Sep 3, 2010 4:00 am

Over the next 18 months, airline consultants say carriers are likely to start selling new conveniences and comforts to passengers.

News from Jacksonville and Northern Florida from WLTV

Evening Thunderstorms Likely; Strong Storm Possible

Sep 5, 2010 7:33 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A weakening frontal system has stalled across the area and while most of us remained dry today as expected it does look like better chances of scattered showers and thu...

Church Mourns Founder "He's Still Here Spiritually For Us"

Sep 5, 2010 7:01 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Amidst the singing and music, one big part of the church was missing.  Clarence Baker, Jr., 51, the man who established the church, died this week.

One Injured in Early Morning Motorcycle Accident in St. Johns County

Sep 5, 2010 1:52 pm

ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH, Fla.--One person has been airlifted to Shands Jacksonville with injuries after a motorcycle crash in St. Augustine Beach.

Jaguars Trim Roster and Trade Nelson

Sep 5, 2010 1:53 am

Jacksonville, FL ---  The Jacksonville Jaguars waived 21 players and placed one on injured reserve to reduce the team's 75-man roster to the NFL-mandated limit of 53.

Jaguars get to 53; Williamson and Alexander among cuts

Sep 5, 2010 1:53 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Wide receiver Troy Williamson and safety Gerald Alexander were among the notable players cut by the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday, as the team reduced its roster to 53 players...

Rounds at the Grounds Baseball Game

Sep 4, 2010 5:26 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Sunday at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville you can watch two games for the price of one, and catch the Jacksonville Suns in late-season action.

Funeral Services Set for Fallen Jacksonville Firefighter

Sep 4, 2010 3:50 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A firefighter who died in his sleep this week will be laid to rest next week.

Pilot Who Landed Plane on I-10 Says There Was No Other Option

Sep 4, 2010 3:33 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. --  A First Coast pilot is describing the moments just after the failure of not one, but two engines, on a 1957 Aero Commander Tuesday morning.

Woman Crashes Car into JTA Security Gate

Sep 4, 2010 3:09 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A woman went to the hospital after crashing her car into the Jacksonville Transit Authority (JTA) security gate Friday night. 

S.C. Man Charged with Sexual Battery in St. Johns County

Sep 4, 2010 2:31 am

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. -- A South Carolina man is facing seven counts of sexual battery on a child, after St. Johns County Sheriff's deputies said he came to Florida to have sex with an underage girl.

Tallahassee and Panhandle News from The Tallahassee Democrat

Veterans Affairs seeking land for cemetery in Tallahassee area

Sep 5, 2010 8:18 pm

The Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for land to develop two national cemeteries in Florida ? one in Tallahassee.

Seminoles' attention turns to Oklahoma

Sep 5, 2010 8:09 pm

After a season-opening blowout, Florida State immediately started looking to Saturday's game at No. 8 Oklahoma.

Update: Tallahassee job market recovery could outpace state

Sep 5, 2010 6:21 pm

Floridians once again celebrate Labor Day with a dose of worry over the continued slow recovery of the job market.

FSU volleyball team splits in Houston Invite

Sep 5, 2010 5:15 am

It was a tale of two matches for the 13th-ranked Florida State women's volleyball team on Saturday at the Houston Invitational in the Houston, Texas.

Rolle cut, Parker and Blount survive

Sep 5, 2010 5:15 am

The Tennessee Titans released former Florida State safety Myron Rolle, a Rhodes Scholar who took a year off from football to study at Oxford.

Fans adjusting to Bowden's absence

Sep 5, 2010 5:10 am

For long-time Seminoles fan Chris Clark, Florida State University's first game of the season was a bit of an adjustment.

Coaching is a family matter for Stoops brothers, dad

Sep 5, 2010 5:09 am

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – It is late July, and a warm breeze rattles the leaves of a large green ash tree.

Coaching is a family matter for Stoops brothers, dad

Sep 5, 2010 5:09 am

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – It is late July, and a warm breeze rattles the leaves of a large green ash tree.

Brett Clark's 'Toekicker89 Tailgate' kicks off seventh season

Sep 5, 2010 5:09 am

Brett Clark knows how to tailgate.

Florida A&M remembers "The Maestro" Dr. William Foster

Sep 5, 2010 5:08 am

Julian White has directed Florida A&M University bands numerous times. But he admitted that no time was more difficult than when he took the podium Saturday morning to direct the favorite song of ...

News from Tampa Bay from The Tampa Tribune

Infamous JetBlue flight attendant resigned, attorney says

Sep 5, 2010 7:52 pm

A lawyer says a JetBlue flight attendant infamous for jumping down a plane's emergency chute in New York City resigned from his job and wasn't fired by the airline.

US officials: Mideast talks to resume in Jerusalem

Sep 5, 2010 7:40 pm

Israeli and Palestinian leaders plan talks with Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton in Jerusalem this month. The setting is a symbolic move to show the seriousness of peace negotiations.

Ground zero: Place of mourning, sign of resilience

Sep 5, 2010 7:38 pm

The site of the attack on Sept. 11, 2001, holds a variety of meanings to the people who live around it.

5 injured when car slams into Road Ranger truck on I-95

Sep 5, 2010 6:30 pm

Authorities are investigating the cause of a crash that injured five people when a car slammed into a Road Ranger truck that was helping a Florida Highway Patrol trooper's disabled car.

In-game updates: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Baltimore Orioles

Sep 5, 2010 5:45 pm

The Rays play the last of a three-game series against the Orioles in Baltimore.

Jungle Island owner charged in June tiger escape

Sep 5, 2010 4:52 pm

The president of Miami's Jungle Island has been charged with two misdemeanors following the brief escape of a gibbon and a tiger.

Lifeguards rescue 200 swimmers from rip currents off Daytona

Sep 5, 2010 4:34 pm

Strong rip currents are keeping lifeguards busy in Daytona Beach.

Official: Obama to extend research tax credits for businesses

Sep 5, 2010 4:30 pm

Seeking ways to spur economic growth ahead of the November elections, President Barack Obama will ask Congress to increase and permanently extend research and development tax credits for businesses, a...

Bucs Beat Video Blog: Graham's increased role

Sep 5, 2010 4:00 pm

Roy Cummings and Anwar Richardson discuss the role that the versatile Earnest Graham will fill in 2010.

Some clouds, rain expected later today

Sep 5, 2010 3:40 pm

The precipitation should stay away until this evening so it's a nice day for the beach or the boat.

Local News from Gainesville Sun via Yahoo! News

Rough start for Gators

Sep 5, 2010 10:04 am

Call it The Scare at The Swamp. There were some anxious moments Saturday before No. 4 Florida pulled away for a season-opening 34-12 win over Miami (Ohio) University at Florida Field.

County wants to change how we live, get around

Sep 5, 2010 10:04 am

In Florida, living in a residential subdivision and getting around by automobile are a part of the state's identity - like college football and the palm tree.

Plan calls for transit-oriented development near Archer Road

Sep 5, 2010 10:04 am

A transit-oriented development of more than 2,000 residences has been proposed for nearly 226 acres near the Archer Road corridor.

Rally for kids will be held at Santa Fe

Sep 5, 2010 10:04 am

The Children's Movement of Florida Milk Rally, a statewide initiative to make the state's smallest residents - children - a priority, will stop in Gainesville on Wednesday.

Foundation holds summit to teach girls about leadership, networking

Sep 5, 2010 10:04 am

It's bright and early on a Saturday, and Whitney Harrington is busy practicing the proper way to hold a knife and a fork. It's not the typical way a 13-year-old spends her weekend morning.

Around the Region for Sept. 5, 2010

Sep 5, 2010 10:03 am

Gainesville police and community briefs for Sept. 5, 2010.

On economy, who is best: Scott or Sink?

Sep 5, 2010 10:03 am

With the state's jobless rate at a historic high and one million Floridians unemployed, the biggest question in this year's governor's race is: Which candidate can get Florida back to work?

Tailgating toned down

Sep 5, 2010 10:02 am

It's the first game of the season and you want to get your party on. But it's 10 a.m. The solution? "Bloody Marys," said Tina Markese of Clermont, tilting her plastic cup to reveal the red l...

Mebane's new principal took long road

Sep 5, 2010 10:02 am

It's likely those who knew Manda Bessner in high school would be surprised she became a teacher, let alone a principal.

Companies making news with medical advances

Sep 5, 2010 10:02 am

University of Florida spinoff companies and local biotechnology and medical device companies have made several announcements about significant developments in recent weeks, including finance deals, pr...

Local News from FOX 30 Jacksonville via Yahoo! News

Woman ejected from pickup truck

Sep 5, 2010 6:09 pm

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. -- A woman was airlifted to the hospital after being thrown from her pickup truck and crushed.

One person injured in golf cart accident

Sep 5, 2010 1:39 pm

Vilano Beach, Fla. -- One man was air-lifted after a golf cart accident.

Law enforcement across Southeast targeting DUIs

Sep 5, 2010 12:54 pm

ATLANTA (AP) Motorists on Georgia roads this weekend may see more law enforcement than usual, particularly at state borders.

Bacteria closes South Florida beaches

Sep 5, 2010 12:54 pm

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (AP) Bacteria found in some beaches in South Florida has forced health officials to warn the public about bacteria in the water.

Bengals acquire Reggie Nelson from Jaguars

Sep 5, 2010 3:39 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Cincinnati Bengals got former first-round pick Reggie Nelson from Jacksonville in a trade involving defensive backs.

Police find $9 million in buried cash

Sep 5, 2010 3:39 am

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador -- Police find oil drums stuffed with cash buried at a ranch.

Jaguars trim roster to 53

Sep 5, 2010 1:39 am

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars waived 21 players and placed one on injured reserve to reduce the teams 75-man roster to the NFL-mandated limit of 53.

Florida State Dominates In Fisher's First Game

Sep 5, 2010 12:09 am

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Christian Ponder threw for four touchdowns. John McSweeney was there.

A few showers, otherwise comfortable afternoons

Sep 4, 2010 10:39 pm

JACKSONVILLE, Fla -- Winds will turn onshore on Sunday bringing us a few coastal showers throughout the morning and afternoon.

Sexual battery suspect faces judge

Sep 4, 2010 10:09 pm

ST. JOHNS, Fla. -- 56-year-old Raymond Delgado is in the St. Johns County Detention Center with a seven-million dollar bond.

Local News from Bay News 9 Tampa Bay via Yahoo! News

'Scallop season a good one,' businesses say

Sep 5, 2010 7:02 pm

Scallop season is ending, and some Citrus County businesses say it was a good season for them economically

Polk County's Fantasy of Flight has an app too

Sep 5, 2010 6:30 pm

There's a new mobile app inspired by the aviation wonderland Fantasy of Flight in Polk City.

Bear scare in Altamonte Springs

Sep 5, 2010 6:17 pm

Police in Altamonte Springs were called to the Country Creek subdivision Sunday morning after getting a report of a bear trapping a person in their car.

Hillsborough County man missing

Sep 5, 2010 3:32 pm

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a missing man.

Budget cuts affect Hillsborough County, Palmetto employees

Sep 5, 2010 1:47 pm

Budget cuts are affecting employees in Manatee and Hillsborough Counties.

Changes in works for beach trail on Treasure Island

Sep 5, 2010 1:17 pm

The city is considering improvements to the beach trail.

Man facing aggravated child abuse charges

Sep 5, 2010 1:17 pm

Shane Adams Jr. is accused of shaking a baby.

Exclusive: Man accused of flashing girl in bookstore

Sep 5, 2010 1:02 pm

A Jacksonville man is accused of flashing a girl in a Tampa bookstore.

Water skier refuses to quit after accident

Sep 5, 2010 1:02 am

Atherton is back on the water.

Debate on what has been attacking animals in Myakka City

Sep 4, 2010 10:32 pm

A man in Myakka City says a wild animal has been attacking his pets, but he's unsure of what exactly it is.