Gators get good, bad news on personnel front

Would you rather hear the good news or the bad news regarding several members of the Florida football program? The bad? Good, that's what we thought, so we'll lead with that.Head coach Urban Meyer announced Monday that cornerback Moses Jenkins...

Rains randomly swamp or avoid some areas

There's been so little rain this summer in parts of Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, homeowners are battling brown lawns. Yet in nearby West Boca and Miramar, heavy rains have flooded streets and swales.

Missing Hoboken mom reported found, safe in New York City

FacebookHoboken mom Emily Grace, 45, has been found and returned to New York City, according to a report by the Orlando Sentinel.The search for Emily Grace of Hoboken, missing since August 1, has come to an end.The Sheriff's Office of...

Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe to Acquire Majority Position in Peak 10

South Florida - FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Peak 10 Inc., a managed services company with world-class data centers, and Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (“Welsh Carson”), a leading private equity firm, have entered into a transaction in which Welsh Carson and Peak 10’s executive management will acquire a majority shareholder interest in Peak 10. Selling shareholders include majority owner Seaport ...

Tampa Web Development Firm Bayshore Solutions Launches the Flatwoods Consulting Group Inc. Website

Bayshore Solutions is proud to announce the launch of the Flatwoods Consulting Group Inc. (Flatwoods) website. The Tampa Web design for the ecology and environmental consulting firm website is based on natural photo images and colors portraying a modern look and consistent branding message.

Miami Dolphins: Six Re-Signed, One New Face Added to Practice Squad

The Miami Dolphins have announced seven additions to their practice squad, today including six familiar faces in safety Jonathon Amaya, defensive end Ryan Baker, guard Ray Feinga, outside linebacker Chris McCoy, wide receiver Julius Pruitt, and inside linebacker Austin Spitler. Also signed to the practice squad is tight end Nathan Overbay, who went undrafted out of Eastern Washington in 2010 and ...

Key Will Visit Quake-Ravaged Christchurch as New Zealand Starts Cleanup

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key will today start a two-day visit to Christchurch and surrounding areas hit by a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that cut power, damaged hundreds of buildings and closed the central business district.

Hope fades for missing Fort Myers woman

Three weeks after a Fort Myers woman disappeared without warning, those closest to her are fearing the worst.

US investors seeking millions of dollars in legal battle over pre-World War II German bonds

MIAMI - More than 80 years ago, Germany sold tens of thousands of bonds to American investors in an effort to recover financially from World War I. Later, Adolf Hitler used some of the money raised by those bonds to build the powerful Nazi war machine that would ravage Europe during World War II.

Some fear violence at Koran burning

GAINESVILLE, Fla., Sept. 6 (UPI) -- A Florida church's planned burning of the Koran, the Muslim holy book, could result in violence, a student at the University of Florida says. Florida - University of Florida - Qur'an - United States - Muslim

Segafredo Heads South

Celebrations at the new Segafredo location in South Miami. Photos by Jipsy United States - Florida - Metro Areas - Miami-Fort Lauderdale - Miami-Dade

FSU Prepares for OU

Noles' move from Samford win to test at Oklahoma

(WWE) Jim Neidhart's Bail Set At Over Six Figures

Former WWE performer Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart made his first appearance in court this morning in Tampa, Florida to face two counts of possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute, two counts of trafficking illegal drugs, one count of burglary of an unoccupied dwelling, and one count of third degree grand theft for property stolen between $300 and $5,000. His bond was set at $138 ...

NHL: Around the League in 30 Days, Day Six– Tampa Bay Lightning

Day Six: Tampa Bay Lightning 2010 Record: 34-36-12 (80 Points) finished fourth in the Southeast Division Roster Changes 2010-2011 Notable Arrivals : Pavel Kubina (ATL), Simon Gagne (PHI), Dominic Moore (MTL), Dan Ellis (NSH), Randy Jones (LA), Brett Clark (COL), Marc-Andre Pouliot (EDM), Sean Bergenheim (NYI) 2010-2011 Notable Departures : Antero Niittymaki (SJ), Andrej Meszaros (PHI), Alex ...

Top 10 rides and attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood

In compiling my top 10 list for Universal Studios Hollywood, I tried to combine must-see attractions with one-of-a-kind rides. As the pioneer of the movie-studio-turned-theme-park concept, Universal Studios Hollywood relies heavily on films and shows to augment the original back-lot tour. Confined by limited real estate, Universal Studios Hollywood lacks the depth and breadth of rides and [...]

Judge Sets Jim Neidhart’s Bail At Over $100,000

Former WWE performer James Henry Neidhart, 55, (a/k/a Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart) made his first appearance in court this morning in Tampa, Florida to face two counts of possession of... Continue reading...

Southwest Florida beach conditions report

Get the latest information on Southwest Florida beach conditions courtesy of Mote Marine Lab.

Florida State 59, Samford 6: Best and worst of the Seminoles victory

NOTE: The content below originally appeared on our Florida State blog -- the Chopping Block. Please visit Www.orlandosentinel.com/choppingblock for news and analysis about the Seminoles from beat reporter Andrew Carter.

Showdowns with meaningful Michigan-ND

Ohio State-Miami is a grudge match. Penn State visits champion Alabama. Then there's Michigan-Notre Dame, which should be even more fun to watch without having to worry about Rich Rodriguez's job, Dennis Dodd says. Rich Rodriguez - Alabama - Michigan - Ohio State University - Pennsylvania State University

USF gets shot at Florida

USF has had a year to think about playing Florida. Well, lets get it on!

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

Florida pastor blasts Muslims, Mormons, Hindus, pro-choice supporters gays

New York, Sept.6 : A Florida pastor, Bill Keller, has come to New York and criticized Muslims, Mormons, Hindus, pro-choice supporters gays.

FSU Seminoles' Zone Dominant, Real Test Will Come Against Oklahoma

As a preface to this article and as a bit of a way to cover my ass. I know that the 59-6 win was against Samford, a FCS school, and to quote the great Alan Greenspan I shouldn't be "irrationally exuberant" about Saturday's result only because it came against Samford. But damn it, I want to write this article today when FSU is 1-0 and not after the very scary Oklahoma game in a few days time. So ...

Florida Gators Fans Should Have Concerns, Addazio Should Not Be One of Them

First, I intend to make no effort to defend Florida Gators offensive coordinator Steve Addazio. I also intend to spend no time blaming Steve Addazio for the Florida Gators struggles with the Miami Redhawks. Saturday’s game caused a panic among the Gator faithful. If you’ve ever had any emergency training, you’ve been told panic makes things worse. Now we see why, as the Gator Nation implodes ...

Tampa woman's search for a home chronicled on HGTV's ' House Hunters '

Tina James said the depressed housing market presented a lot of bargains.

Braves roar back; Marlins win in 10th

MIAMI - Florida Marlins pinch-hitter Scott Cousins delivered a game-winning single in the 10th inning Sunday for his first big-league hit, earning a 7-6 win over the Atlanta Braves, who earlier had overcome a 6-0 deficit.

Missing Professor Found Safe In NY

A New Jersey woman who disappeared more than a month ago and left traces in Central Florida has been found safe in New York.

Tuskers Make Roster Moves

ORLANDO, FL - MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2010In what promises to be just the beginning of flurry of roster moves in the next 48 hours, the Florida Tuskers released nine players over the weekend, while adding a pair of offensive lineman.

Miami's Homeless Coalition passes on Cleveland's LeBron James jerseys

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Missing woman from N.J. found safe

A missing New Jersey woman who had been seen in Central Florida is safe in New York City, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said Sunday.

VA seeks land in Central Florida for national cemetery

TALLAHASSEE (AP) — The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking land to develop two national cemeteries, one in Central Florida, the other in Tallahassee.

FSU officials bolstering efforts to educate students about alcohol abuse dangers

The real estate agent handed Frostburg State University student Phillip Blackwood a “Reality Check” brochure when he moved into off-campus housing last week.

Regions Financial to offer insurance in state next year

REGIONS FINANCIAL PLANS TO expand its personal insurance lines to Florida next year.Regions now

No Surrender: Angle and Hardy steal the show

TNA’s No Surrender comes to you live from The Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida. There is a duel theme to this evening’s pay-per-view focusing on the world title tournament and EV2 taking on Fortune.

The Dash Between: Bob Emery transformed his dream into reality

In a Disney-like moment in the mid-1950s, Bob Emery looked at a plot of seemingly unusable swampland in rural Summit County and envisioned a family-friendly recreation area with a lake at its center. Legendary filmmaker Walt Disney had a similar experience in the 1960s, when he began purchasing Florida swampland on which to build his Disney [...]

State News: Ohio, Florida Take Advantage Of Federal Health Funds; Mass. Psychiatrists Win Court Case

The Columbus Dispatch: "Gov. Ted Strickland's administration announced today that nearly $200 million in recently freed up state funds will go to Ohio hospitals, community mental health services, and a program which provides medication to low-income residents with HIV/AIDS. ... The state money became available after Congress agreed to continue paying a higher share of the cost of state Medicaid ...

On Labor Day, a million unemployed in FL wish for work

New numbers are out showing Florida's unemployment pain, while the state tries a new technique to turn that around.

Florida mosques call for nonviolent response to Dove Center's 9-11 Koran burning

Before she left her Miami home to return to the University of Florida this fall, Wajiha Akhtar's parents gave her some unusual advice: stay indoors as much as possible and, whatever happens, don't go near the Koran burners.

Florida mosques call for nonviolent response to Dove Center's 9-11 Koran burning

Before she left her Miami home to return to the University of Florida this fall, Wajiha Akhtar's parents gave her some unusual advice: stay indoors as much as possible and, whatever happens, don't go near the Koran burners.

Labor Day travel on the rise

With the end of summer approaching, Florida residents are gearing up for the holiday weekend. According to a report by Triple A, Labor day travel in the state of Florida is projected to increase by 3.9 percent, with more than 1.6 million Floridians taking a trip.

Florida realtors eligible for BP claims

Florida Realtors are the beneficiary of $25 million of a $60 million emergency fund approved in late August for real estate claims by Kenneth Feinberg, claims administrator for the BP Oil Spill Fund. Real estate licensees can file claims against loss...

Key: 100,000 homes damaged in quake

Prime Minister John Key today said an estimated 100,000 homes were damaged by Saturday's 7.1-magnitude earthquake - nearly half of all dwellings in the Canterbury region.Mr Key made the announcement at a press conference this...

S. Florida districts weigh policy for teachers using social media

Online networking has uses in schools as long as it's not personal, some say After people meet in the real world, their next step is often a visit to the virtual one, where they'll make a "friend" request on Facebook or MySpace.

Key West flavor comes to Tallahassee

Key West is famous for its laidback, informal atmosphere where anything goes and having fun doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

FSU volleyball goes two-for-three

The No. 13 Florida State volleyball team managed to win two of their three matches last weekend at the Houston Invitational at the Athletic/Alumni center in Houston, Texas.

Florida's mistakes irk Meyer

Midway through preseason, Florida coach Urban Meyer confessed he was starting to panic a little bit over the way his team was coming together after...

Miami ready for Ohio State showdown

CORAL GABLES — Ohio State and Miami no longer need to pretend otherwise. Marshall and Florida A&M, they were merely warmup acts.

LAWRENCE: Local teens have an âAmerican Idol Experienceâ

A trip to Disney World is a dream come true for many young persons. For Avery Epstein of Princeton and her friend Taylor Blanton of Lawrenceville, the dream came true, along with an unexpected role in the park’s “American Idol Experience” and a chance to audition for the hit television show.

Parents turn to 'digital' grounding

Not so long ago, teenagers in trouble lost their evenings out, maybe the keys to the family car. Punishment has taken a new turn. United States - Florida - Florida Keys - Corporal punishment - Children Youth and Family