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  • Streets of Speed - Police ticket lawbreakers in San Benito Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:58PMJust like his tall grass, Mark Foster wants the problem with speeders mowed down outside his San Benito.
  • City Council Sets Aside $75,000 For Minority Business Development Taylor Says Things Are In Order At The Multi ... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:11PMThe City Council voted Tuesday night to set aside $75,000 for minority business development, but did not designate it for any one group at this time.
  • Citizen concerned with recreational opportunities for low-income families Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 1:53PMAt Monday night’s Greenville City Council meeting Mary Thompson voiced concerns about recreational opportunities for children from low-income families.
  • Simple life, hard work got Blyleven to the Hall Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 12:08AMSANTA ANA, Calif. -- He won nine games before he turned 20. He won eight games after he turned 40.
  • Despite high unemployment, FL companies hiring foreign workers Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:56PMFlorida's unemployment rate sits at 10 percent; the fourth highest in the country. So, why did the NBC2 Investigators find Florida businesses hiring thousands of workers from other countries? NBC2 Investigator Andy Pierrotti explains.
  • Downpour floods West Bank homes; water levels slowly receding Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:08PMAreas east of the Harvey Canal got up to 8 inches of rain
  • Pennsylvania Homeowner and Indiana Golf Course Company File Class Action Lawsuit Alleging DuPont's New Herbicide ... Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:11AMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Property owners today filed a nationwide class action lawsuit against DuPont charging that its herbicide Imprelis is causing widespread death among trees.
  • Weslaco introduces downtown street jazz Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:00AMWESLACO — As a next step in the ongoing effort to bolster downtown, Weslaco will be shutting down one block of Texas Boulevard for “Al Fresco Weslaco” on Thursday. The city of Weslaco and the Economic Development Corp. are bringing in...
  • Stuff I Like (Right Now) | Potty chairs, ‘Dead Nation’ and bootleg mashups Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:19PMGraphic artist and page designer Neil Nakahodo spends his spare time potty-training his young son, catching up with a bad girl named Goldilocks, and, of course, battling zombies.
  • Upland candidates give views on Beck case Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:24AMCandidates running for a vacant seat on the City Council were given a chance to share their thoughts on the Kenneth Beck vs. city of Upland case during a forum on Wednesday at El Dorado Mobile Home Park.
  • Blyleven method: work hard, laugh harder Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:57PMHe won nine games before he turned 20. He won eight games after he turned 40.What Bert Blyleven did, in between, is what makes him the fourth Hall of Famer from an Orange County high school.But maybe that's the best way to commemorate him next weekend when he gets his plaque in...
  • Obituaries for July 17, 2011 Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:00PMMETRO
  • Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz uses her resolve to fight cancer, lead DNC. Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 3:39AM“Tenacity is a word that is more appropriate for her than anyone I’ve served with,” said Tom Feeney, former Republican counterpart of Debbie Wasserman Schultz.
  • What's going on in Lane County? A lot Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:45PMEvents in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region for July 16-31.
  • Nineteen Appanoose County organizations receive grants Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:47AMRepresentatives from the organizations that received money from Appanoose County Community Fund pose for a photo Wednesday afternoon outside the Centerville Community School District Administration building after the checks were handed out.
  • Would you feel OK living in an HOA? Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:15AMHomeowners associations aren't for everyone. You might be suited to living within a homeowners association if you prefer the company of like-minded neighbors.
  • MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:30AMThe filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.
  • Would you feel OK living with an HOA? Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:00AMSome like living with a homeowners association and some don't. Discover where you fit in.
  • Man dies while trimming tree Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:23AMA Carson City man who reportedly had infiltrated outlaw motorcycle gangs for the feds collapsed and died while trimming trees for his lawn care business Monday morning.
  • Beck's old home under construction Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:00PMThe transformation of Culpeper entrepreneur Ruby Beck’s old home on Sunset Lane is well underway.
  • Betty Ford procession: Why public turned out to watch motorcade Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 7:41PMThe motorcade made its way from Ford Airport to Ford Museum on Wednesday.
  • JEDCO director optimistic for future of Jasper County Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:16AMCraig Hamilton, executive director of the Jasper County Economic Development Corp., presented his annual report to the county Board of Supervisors on Tuesday morning, and while he acknowledged some lean years recently, Hamilton said he saw signs of optimism.
  • MP calls for cull as foxes eat family's guinea pigs Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:05AMA mother told today how 'fearless and vicious' foxes killed her daughter's two pet rabbits and two guinea pigs and even snatched and ate goldfish from the garden pond.
  • Signatures for school unification referendum turned in Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:28AMThe Community Unification for Educational Excellence (CUEE) team turned in 10,090 signatures to the city clerk Monday. The petition is an effort to place the school unification referendum on the Nov. 8 general election ballot. “Two months ago, many people doubted CUEE would accomplish this goal, but the response from the community has been phenomenal and clearly shows people want an opportunity ...
  • For the record Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 6:00AMMarriage licensesBusiness licensesReal Estate transfers
  • Gas prices on the rise statewide Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 5:05AMCaption1 Caption1 Caption1 Caption1By KYLE KENNEDYNYT Regional Media GroupLAKELAND -- Gas prices jumped in Florida last week, rising an average 12 cents per gallon, according to AAA.
  • Ellison attend leadership seminar Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 1:21AMTanner Dewey Ellison, 17, of Silver City, attended the June 4 to 10 Summer Leadership Seminar at the United States Military at West Point, N.Y. The program is designed for potential cadets.
  • Minnesota government shutdown: What could end it? Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:46AMRepublican lawmakers last week rejected the proposals offered by Gov. Mark Dayton (D). The Minnesota government shutdown is now in its 10th day.
  • SPORTS CAR IN SEDAN CLOTHING Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:20AMCombine clean diesel power with the best sedan chassis on the planet and the result is the BMW 320d Text and photos by Brian Afuang Motoring Editor “THE Ultimate Driving Machine,” BMW’s sales pitches used to claim its cars are—a tad arrogantly, too. But then I got to drive the first 3 Series and suddenly [...]
  • Dealing with Uptowns problems takes thoughtful work Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:16AMRecently, there’s been a good community discussion going on primarily about late night noise in residential neighborhoods. Brought on by concerns by constituents to City Council Member Meg Tuthill, there was a proposal to modify regulations of outdoor patios at restaurants that serve alcohol.
  • 'World Is Flat' helps CEO group grow amid crash Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 9:53PMVistage Michigan. Remember the name. It is an exclusive (by invitation only) but diverse club for about 150 CEOs and business owners in Michigan and affiliated with Vistage International and its 5,800 members. One qualification: your business must have annual revenues between $3 million and $500 million annually.
  • Speak Out Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 12:01PMYour browser does not support iframes. The following Speak Out messages appear in June 29-July 4 editions of the Journal & Topics Newspapers.. Lane blocked for months...why?
  • Program seeks to boost Detroit creativity corridor Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 8:16AMA group of 17 business owners has been selected for a pilot program seeking to boost a creative business corridor in Detroit.
  • CALENDAR: Around Town Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 3:34AMPublished: Sunday, July 10, 2011 at 3:30 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 11:49 p.m. Bama Art House Series: "Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives," 7:30 p.m. at the Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave. Discounted complete series subscription tickets will be available at www.brownpapertickets.com ($35 adults/$30 students and seniors) and individual ...
  • A mother vanishes overnight Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 3:14AMRegina Brown timeline March 26, 1987: Regina Brown last seen at LaGuardia Airport in New York City March 27, 1987: Newtown police receive barking dog complaint from Brown's neighbor April 2, 1987: Linda Van Horn receives call from Texas, checks Brown's house April 6, 1987: Brown's car found in New York City May 7, 1987: State police search Newtown house of Regina and Willis Brown Sept. 28, 1987 ...
  • Cast your homeland security greenback vote for local Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 11:51PMLast week I tried giving someone directions in my hometown. I realized while giving the route that no one who had moved to Homer since 1985 would know where to go. It wasn't to show off my localness; I can still talk to Doc Eneboe -- he delivered me -- for that.
  • 3 homes for elderlyordered shut down Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 11:36PMshare: digg facebook twitter Owner Linda Leal has been lumped in with the others due to an overzealous family member, his defunct website and confused state officials, attorney Justin Coquat said. The confusing legal situation came to light as caseworkers with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, the agency that administers services for the aging, began relocating residents ...
  • Canaries began Stellar title defense with a heavy heart Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 10:39PMAllen hoops program lost one of its unsung heroes last week Doug Snyder always describes his Allen boys basketball program as a family.
  • Nursery, lawn care businesses wilting during ongoing drought Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 9:18PMThis is usually a busy time of year for nurseries and lawn care companies. And while it hasn't helped business, the lack of rain has created demand for one type of lawn equipment.
  • State shutters three assisted living centers Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 8:21PMshare: digg facebook twitter Owner Linda Leal has been lumped in with the others due to an overzealous family member, his defunct website and confused state officials, attorney Justin Coquat says. The confusing legal situation came to light as caseworkers with the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, the agency that administers services for the aging, began relocating residents ...
  • Bill to soften insurance costs for sole proprietors Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:16AMThe Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce is campaigning to pass a bill that would allow sole proprietorships and small businesses to join alliance groups that would make them eligible for discounted health insurance premiums.
  • Five years after shooting, arrest made in case of slain Lauderdale Lakes teen Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 9:27PMFor five years the unsolved murder of 14-year-old Markese Wiggan haunted the dreams of his family and friends.
  • Arrest made in 2006 slaying of Lauderdale Lakes teenager Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 5:27PMFor five years the unsolved murder of 14-year-old Markese Wiggan in Lauderdale Lakes haunted the dreams of his family and friends.
  • Columbus police: Man tries to entice 14-year-old girl into his vehicle Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:37AMColumbus police are investigating a report that someone tried to entice a 14-year-old girl into his vehicle Wednesday afternoon.
  • BJ’s Wholesale Club Reports June Sales Results Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:14AMWESTBOROUGH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc. (NYSE: BJ) today reported that sales for June 2011 increased by 10.3% to $1.18 billion from $1.07 billion in June 2010. Comparable club sales for June 2011 increased by 7.3%, including a contribution from sales of gasoline of 3.8%. Excluding the impact of gasoline, merchandise comparable club sales increased by approximately 3.5%. In ...
  • TIF talks ongoing with WP School District Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 6:44AMColchester Mayor Danny Bice said Monday that he will continue negotiations with the West Prairie School District before the city council defines the boundaries of a proposed tax increment financing (TIF) district. At past meetings, West Prairie School Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Heerboth has expressed concerns that the district would funnel too much property tax revenue away from local schools.
  • Preliminary hearing postponed on couple accused of killing their newborn in Wayne County Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 5:33AMPreliminary hearings in the cases against a couple accused of murdering their infant daughter the day she was born have been postponed until Aug. 1.
  • THURSDAY'S COMMUNITY CALENDAR Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 3:36AMSummer Concert Dennis Brennan, 6:30 p.m. July 7. Free. Bring your lawn chairs or blanket. Elm Park, Highland Street to Park Avenue, Worcester.
  • Some Cat Named Ian Mahinmi Thinks Kobe is More Arrogant Than LeBron Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:55PMI love it when the media asks complete non-entities like Ian Mahinmi for their thoughts on NBA stars. I wonder how much interaction Mahinmi has had with Kobe and LeBron in the three years he's played in the NBA.
  • Nutley closer to buying out homes prone to flooding Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:45PMThe Nutley Board of Commissioners on Tuesday authorized using FEMA funding to buy two Donna Court houses for flood mediation.