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'Mad Dads' Seeks Answers in Toddler Shooting Case Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:19PMJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A northwest Jacksonville neighborhood is on edge after a child was shot in what police say may have been a drive-by shooting.
Collier superintendent calls state bill requiring merit pay for teachers a disaster Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:15PMSenate Bill 6, which is co-sponsored by Sen. Garrett Richter, R-Naples, would require school districts to adopt performance pay models for their teachers.
MTUC Calls For Tax Incentive To Reduce Foreign Labour Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:14PMPETALING JAYA, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) on Tuesday called on the government to provide tax incentives to cofee shop and restaurant owners to encourage them to employ locals.
Pengrowth Energy Trust Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Year End 2009 Results Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:09PMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - March 8, 2010) - Pengrowth Corporation, administrator of Pengrowth Energy Trust (collectively "Pengrowth") (TSX:PGF.UN) (NYSE:PGH), is pleased to report Pengrowth's full year audited operating and financial results for the year ended December 31, 2009. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. P
HSE teachers to forgo raises for 2010-11 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:04PMOne-year agreement designed to save classroom jobs from budget cuts.
Pengrowth Energy Trust Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Year End 2009 Results Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:59PMCALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - 03/08/10) - Pengrowth Corporation, administrator of Pengrowth Energy Trust (collectively "Pengrowth") (TSX: PGF.UN - News ) (NYSE: PGH - News ), is pleased to report Pengrowth's full year audited operating and financial results for the year ended December 31, 2009. All figures are in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. Pengrowth's audited consolidated ...
Water plant complete after delays Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:46PMTIPTON — More than a year after work on a wastewater facility at the vacant Getrag site was supposed to be completed, the treatment plant is now operational.
Wichita school board reviews layoff guidelines Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:43PMWichita school board members Monday night reviewed the processes for laying off teachers, administrators and staff as they braced for an estimated $25 million budget shortfall next school year.
Angels pitcher Scott Kazmir tries to turn negative into positive Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:40PMAngels starting pitcher Scott Kazmir works against the Yankees in Game 4 of the ALCS last fall. ( Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times )
Angels pitcher Scott Kazmir tries to turn negative into positive Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 9:39PMAfter the disappointment of last postseason, he holds himself to a strict off-season regimen to better position himself, and the Angels. After the disappointment of last postseason, he holds himself to a strict off-season regimen to better position himself, and the Angels.
Yorkville contest asks residents for cost-saving ideas Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 4:02AMYORKVILLE -- Save money, make money.That's the purpose -- and incentive -- of a new contest the city of Yorkville is holding to find cost savings. And the whole town is invited.Aldermen this week wholeheartedly endorsed the contest, suggested last week at an administration committee meeting by Alderman Gary Golinski, 2nd Ward. City Administrator Bart Olson put together contest details based on ...
Will viewers tune in for new Oscars format? Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:55AMDuring the opening credits of the 2009 superhero blockbuster "Watchmen," Bob Dylan poetically sings, "For the times, they are a-changin'." Though "Watchmen" was forgotten come this year's awards season, the times are changing for the Oscars.
Catholic schools work to boost enrollment Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:51AMWhile the region's public school districts struggle with cuts in state aid that could affect programs and property taxes, the Camden Diocese has been changing how its schools operate to retain current students and attract new ones despite a bleak...
New battle at home for returning GIs Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:51AMStaff Sgt. Jorge Marin didn’t have much time to worry about the recession back home while he was helping manage the defenses at Camp Bucca in southern Iraq.
Verizon will donate to nonprofit groups Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:48AMIn the ongoing battle between Verizon and Comcast for customers, Verizon rolled out a new incentive Monday that trades qualified orders for cash gifts to nonprofit organizations.
Real Madrid battle from two-goal deficit to top Spanish league Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:48AMReal Madrid battled back from 2-0 down to beat Sevilla 3-2 on Saturday and go top of the Spanish first division with Rafael Van der Vaart grabbing a dramatic stoppage time winner.
Jeffrey Scharf, Everybody's Business, March 7, 2010: Government fails to enact financial reforms Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:45AMThis month will mark the second anniversary of the demise of Bear Stearns. The collapse of Bear and its subsequent "takeunder" by J.
Two candidates for Conservation District Board of Supervisors; election March 16 Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:24AMThere are two candidates for one position on the San Juan Islands Conservation District Board of Supervisors:
Defaults on student loans rising Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 3:15AMAdvocates cite tuition, loose lending, low wages.
Real go top over Barca in La Liga Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:39PMMADRID -Real Madrid battled back from 2-0 down to beat Sevilla 3-2 on Saturday and go top of the Spanish first division with Rafael Van der Vaart grabbing a dramatic stoppage time winner.
The sad story of Malaysia's 'other' films Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:31PMBy Meor Shariman
300 volunteers pick up trash and a free Disney ticket Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:30PMHundreds of people showed up to Polk County from all over the state to pick up trash -- picking up a ticket to Disney in the process.
Gatling misses February paymentCurrent bill for theater: $196,406.98 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:25PMROANOKE RAPIDS — Entrepreneur Lafayette Gatling and his company, L&M Hospitality RR LLC, are late in making the February payment to the city for the purchase of The Roanoke Rapid Theatre.
Men's Basketball: Panthers finish second in Big East after closing out regular season with big win against Rutgers Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:02PMWith the clock winding down on the last regular season game of the year, the sold out crowd at the Petersen Events Center gave a standing ovation to the Pitt men’s basketball team for a season that defied expectations.
Shatel: Bigger NCAAs may help Jays, NU Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:56PMSomebody asked the other day about Creighton’s RPI. I had no idea. I haven’t looked at an RPI in months. With CU and Husker Hoops this year, it’s been more like RIP. But college basketball fans in Nebraska might...
Developers body seeks RM20,000 incentive to first-time home buyers Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:43PMKOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (Shareda) has called on the federal government to promote home ownership by giving a RM20,000 one-off grant incentive to eligible first-time house buyer.
ABC boards defend their existence Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:42PMLocal Alcoholic Beverage Control boards are defending their agencies in the wake of calls by some to abolish the boards and privatize the system. The state has hired a Chicago firm, Valuation Research Corp., to determine the value of the 415 locally run liquor stores across the state.
Recycling routine for some Garland residents, for a few others, not so much Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:40PMGARLAND — With a state law pushing for more municipal assistance to encourage the recycling of plastics and other materials, many residents of the southern Sampson town are following suit by adhering to the earth-friendly practice.
Amid cost cutting, county struggles to find revenue Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:54AMSpartanburg County Council was presented a list of ideas to cut costs and increase revenue Friday to mull over as administrators begin drafting the spending plan that will go into effect July 1 -- including a slate of new fees.
Amid cost cutting, county struggles to find revenue Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:53AMSpartanburg County Council was presented a list of ideas to cut costs and increase revenue Friday to mull over as administrators begin drafting the spending plan that will go into effect July 1 -- including a slate of new fees.
New parish insurance contract saves Iberia money Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:44AMThe Iberia Parish Council could save more than $25,000 on its insurance coverage for the year, thanks in part to its decision to place the policies out for public bid, said former state Sen. Craig Romero.
It's time to reform unemployment benefits Out of work, out of luck Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:41AMJust when we need it the most, thousands of Mississippi workers are being denied unemployment benefits because of a broken, outdated system.
Anxious time for Walsall players Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:36AMAlex Nicholls today admitted Walsall’s players are braced for an anxious few months as they wait to discover whether they have earned a new contract.
It's time to reform unemployment benefits Out of work, out of luck Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:35AMJust when we need it the most, thousands of Mississippi workers are being denied unemployment benefits because of a broken, outdated system.
Large agribusiness hurting small landholders: expert Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:34AMNew York, Mar 6 : In an increasingly globalized food sector dominated by large transnational corporations, small landowners are getting a smaller portion of the food dollar, the independent United Nations expert on the right to food warned.
North gets dibs on doctor recruiting Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:29AMWhen it came to physician recruitment, Northern Ontario long complained about having to compete with the south for smaller and smaller pieces of the pie. Now, the pie's all ours. Sault Ste.[...]
Large agribusiness hurting small landholders: expert Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:27AMNew York, Mar 6 : In an increasingly globalized food sector dominated by large transnational corporations, small landowners are getting a smaller portion of the food dollar, the independent United Nations expert on the right to food warned.
Anxious time for Walsall players Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:26AMAlex Nicholls today admitted Walsall’s players are braced for an anxious few months as they wait to discover whether they have earned a new contract.
North gets dibs on doctor recruiting Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:23AMWhen it came to physician recruitment, Northern Ontario long complained about having to compete with the south for smaller and smaller pieces of the pie. Now, the pie's all ours. Sault Ste.[...]
Cat product trends for 2010 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:20AMThe pet industry's largest trade show takes place later this month. We've got a sneak peek at some of this year's hottest cat toys and other products.
Cat product trends for 2010 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:17AMFat cats now have a new incentive to exercise: They can work for their kibble. Talk to Me Pet Products has developed the new Talk to Me Rubber Treatball, which owners can use to entice their pets to bat around the ball and chase it for dry food.
Cat product trends for 2010 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:15AMThe pet industry's largest trade show takes place later this month. We've got a sneak peek at some of this year's hottest cat toys and other products.
University offers free energy efficiency workshop Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:14AMThe Business Environmental Program is presenting a free March 18 seminar to Northern Nevada businesses to explain how to reduce energy use and lower operating costs. Business owners, managers, and leaseholders will appreciate the hands-on advice and money-saving approach presented in these workshops. The presenter is an award winning consultant and contractor and has been in the energy use ...
Increased enrollment at College of the Sequoias bucks statewide trend Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:12AMCollege of the Sequoias' enrollment has increased by 8 percent over last year, despite having course cutbacks the past two semesters.
Increased enrollment at College of the Sequoias bucks statewide trend Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:12AMCollege of the Sequoias' enrollment has increased by 8 percent over last year, despite having course cutbacks the past two semesters.
Cat product trends for 2010 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:09AMFat cats now have a new incentive to exercise: They can work for their kibble. Talk to Me Pet Products has developed the new Talk to Me Rubber Treatball, which owners can use to entice their pets to bat around the ball and chase it for dry food.
University offers free energy efficiency workshop Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:04AMThe Business Environmental Program is presenting a free March 18 seminar to Northern Nevada businesses to explain how to reduce energy use and lower operating costs. Business owners, managers, and leaseholders will appreciate the hands-on advice and money-saving approach presented in these workshops. The presenter is an award winning consultant and contractor and has been in the energy use ...
Defending champs in way Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:59AMTo reach its first state tournament, Clarksville High will first have to beat the defending state champions.
Northrop Grumman Team Awarded CANES Development Contract Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:18PMSAN DIEGO -- The U.S. Navy has selected Northrop Grumman Corporation for the development phase of the U.S. Navy's Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services program. CANES will streamline and update shipboard network systems to improve interoperability and affordability across the fleet.
Former alpine ski racer to appear at library Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:16PMIn January of 1955, Jill Kinmont was the top alpine ski racing protege of Mammoth Mountain founder Dave McCoy and preparing to compete in the 1956 Olympic Games, following the example of Andrea Mead Lawrence in 1952.