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New Rockville Bank CEO Installs Management Team Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:09AMGet Business Mobile Text Alerts The new chief executive of the parent of Rockville Bank has installed his five-member, executive management team, including the creation of a chief risk officer and the naming of a chief operating officer, a vacant position.
Report: Woman shot in Brevard, suspect on the loose Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:07AMFlorida Today is reporting that a woman was shot this morning, and authorities are looking for a suspect in north Brevard County.
'I couldn't sleep': Grandmother reveals how she survived four-day ordeal buried up to her neck in croc-infested swamp Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:06AMA grandmother who spent four days stuck in a crocodile-infested swamp while out walking near her home, has admitted that she feared for her life after her cries for help went unheard.
Judge Orders 10 Commandments Removed Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:04AMA federal judge says Dixie County officials must remove a granite monument of the 10 Commandments from the front of their courthouse.
Mortgage document 'robo-signing' continues, officials say Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:03AMMortgage industry employees are still signing documents they haven't read and using fake signatures more than eight months after big banks and mortgage companies promised to stop the illegal practices that led to a nationwide halt of home foreclosures.
Florida teen allegedly kills parents then hosts a party Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:03AMWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A Florida teen is accused of posting a Facebook invite for a house party, killing his parents with a hammer and then hosting dozens of people while the adults' bludgeoned bodies were locked in the master bedroom.
Time to prepare for tropical weather is now Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:54AMLess than three months ago, Alabama was dealt a crushing blow by a series of twisters that killed people in multiple communities and left lasting images of destruction that we will never forget.
Ellis Co. remains among least stressed Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:54AMWASHINGTON (AP) -- Western states hit hardest by the housing crisis are feeling the greatest economic stress two years after the recession ended, according to the Associated Press's monthly analysis.
Woman Indicted for Using Credit Cards of Deceased to Order Goods, Gift Cards Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:53AMA Montrose woman, Sharonda Miller, also known as Sharonda Simpson, is one of three defendants facing one charge of conspiracy and 48 counts of mail fraud in a federal indictment.
Police: Florida teen killed parents with hammer, hosted house party Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:52AMA Florida teen bludgeoned his parents to death with a hammer, stashed their bodies in a bedroom, then hosted dozens of people for a house party, police said Monday.
Kissimmee 18-year-old killed after car strikes tree in Hunter's Creek Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:16AMAn 18-year-old Kissimmee woman was killed last night when the car in which she was riding crashed into a tree near the Orange-Osceola county line.
PRAYERS ANSWERED: Emerald Coast gets soaked (FORECAST) Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:15AMCRESTVIEW — The drenching rain over the weekend came none too soon, as drought conditions have continued to create problems for farmers and dramatically lower water levels in some creeks and rivers. In fact, the Emerald Coast saw enough rain...
7th Annual Opening of School Checklist for School Administrators Published Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:09AMSchool principals and assistant principals may now download their free go-to-guide as they open their schools for the 2011-2012 school year. The Opening of School Checklist is available at http://www.justaskpublications.com (PRWeb July 18, 2011) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2011/7/prweb8647612.htm
Is Casey Anthony now in California? Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:07AMCasey Anthony boarded a plane that landed in Orange County and then San Carlos Sunday night.
Highly skilled workers hard to find, South Florida recruiters say Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:01AMHighly skilled workers hard to find, South Florida recruiters say
Manufacturing Awards 2011: Innovation — Technology: Raydiance taking precision fast-pulse laser to new frontiers Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:58AMPETALUMA -- Raydiance was named winner in the Innovation--Technology category for its unique, multi-application product and for the wide and rapid dissemination of its technology.
Vigil honors Caylee Anthony after mom goes free Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:57AMHours after Casey Anthony was released from jail Sunday, a fundraiser was presented in honor of the 2-year-old daughter Anthony was exonerated of...
Two arrested in robbery of Love Boat Ice Cream Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:57AMThe two suspects have been identified and are in custody at this time facing charges of robbery with a firearm. They are identified as Seth Foster, age 18 (d-o-b 3-30-93) of Fort Myers and Christopher Foster, age 24 (d-o-b 5-14-87) of Cape Coral.
Jose Baez on Casey Anthony case: ‘We need to start respecting the jury verdict’ Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:52AMTheCelebrityCafe.com Staff Anthony’s lead attorney took part in an interview on Fox News’ ‘Geraldo at Large’ on Sunday Casey Anthony (left) walks out of the the Orange County Jail with her attorney Jose Baez (left) after being released at 12:08 am July 17, 2011 in Orlando, Florida. Anthony was acquitted in the death of her daughter, Caylee. (UPI/Red Huber, Pool) read more
Speculation rampant over Casey Anthony's whereabouts Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:23PMHundreds in Florida hold 'peace walk' for dead daughter Caylee With the exception of a few frenetic moments when she was released from Florida's Orange County Jail early Sunday, the public has not laid eyes on Casey Anthony as a free woman.
Prayers answered: Emerald Coast gets soaked (FORECAST) Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:20PMCRESTVIEW - The drenching rain over the weekend came none too soon, as drought conditions have continued to create problems for farmers and dramatically lower water levels in some creeks and rivers.In fact, the Emerald Coast saw enough rain Sunday morning for the National Weather Service to issue...
Construction decline hits St. Lucie County revenues hard Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:20PMST. LUCIE COUNTY — Construction activity is down substantially in St. Lucie County, as it is across the Treasure Coast and the state, and there is no sign the industry will rebound in the next year or two, community and business leaders said.
Casey Anthony Released from Jail Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:15PMCasey Anthony is a free woman Sunday as cameras followed her out of the Orange County Jail in Orlando, Florida just 12 days after she was acquitted of murder for the death of her 2-year-old daughter, Caylee.
Drop in construction, development hits Indian River County revenues hard Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:14PMINDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Construction activity is down substantially in Indian River County, as it is across the Treasure Coast and the state, and there is no sign the industry will rebound in the next year or two, community and business leaders said.
Manieri expected in Miss. on Wednesday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:59PMThe man accused of killing a Catholic priest and stealing his car for a Disney vacation is expected back in Mississippi next week where he could have a first appearance in court Thursday.
Silent Walk for Caylee Adds Closure for Some Residents Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 7:28PMNow that Casey Anthony is out of jail, some Central Floridians want to shift the focus to her daughter, Caylee. A group participated in a “peace walk” Sunday afternoon at the site on Suburban Drive where 2-year-old Caylee's remains were found in 2008.
Feds, states in dispute over court interpreters Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:41AMState court officials across the country are taking issue with a U.S. Justice Department directive that they provide language interpreters free of charge to people with limited English skills -- not only in courtrooms but in all court-related programs.
Storm system off Cape Canaveral may bring heavy rain to South Florida Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:40AMStorm system off Cape Canaveral may bring heavy rain to South Florida
Man charged in shooting of 6-year-old in North Port Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:35AMA 23-year-old man has been arrested after a 6-year-old boy was shot Saturday.
Mother in toddler's murder freed Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:34AMCasey Anthony, acquitted earlier this month of murdering her toddler daughter in a high profile case that riveted the US public, walked out of a Florida jail early Sunday under tight security.
One generation ruined Anheuser-Busch's legacy Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:31AMThe red, white, and blue Budweiser can is practically synonymous with America itself. But at a crucial time, the company failed to adapt, leaving it vulnerable to a foreign takeover.
SLIDESHOW: Casey Anthony walks out of jail a free woman Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:22AMORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Casey Anthony was freed from a Florida jail early Sunday, 12 days after she was acquitted of murder in the death of her two-year-old daughter Caylee in a verdict that drew furious responses and even threats from people across the U.S. who had followed the case with rapt attention. Wearing a pink Polo T-shirt, blue jeans and sneakers, Anthony left the jail at 12:14 a.m. with ...
Polk home values expected to surge Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:15AMOne rating system projects a 10.3 percent increase in the value of Polk County homes over the next five years.
Best Public Pools For Kids Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:10AMSummer in South Florida is all about keeping cool. The sweltering heat often keeps kids in the water at public pools and parks and we've got some of the best including Venetian Pool, Pembroke Falls Aquatics Center, Castaway Island Water Playground at T.Y. Park, Paradise Cove at C.B. Smith Park and Normandy Isle Park and Pool.
San Jose man faces life sentence for attacking man suspected of molesting his stepdaughter Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:22AMThe stiff penalty the stepfather faces for his allegedly violent reaction to what many would consider extreme provocation has lawyers debating whether he deserves leniency.
A tale of two Michaels: One was elected Denver's mayor and the other founded a violent gang Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:21AMThe Rev. Leon Kelly often tells a cautionary tale of two Michaels who grew up in Denver in the 1980s — one ended up in an early grave and the other will be sworn in Monday as Denver's 45th mayor.
Anthony released Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:16AMCasey Anthony was released from a Florida jail in the United States early on Sunday, 12 days after she was acquitted of murder in the death of her two-year-old daughter.
Announced investment plans Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:15AMSince Jan. 1, at least 45 companies have announced investment plans with projections of adding a minimum of nearly 2,100 jobs over the next several years in northeast Indiana.
Kin mark 15 years since jet explosion Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:14AMFamilies and friends of some of the 230 people killed when a Paris-bound jumbo jet exploded in the sky off the Long Island coast are planning to mark the early evening moment with a quiet beach gathering today.
No Jail Underwear for Inmates Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:12AMSome Florida inmates won't be given free underwear anymore.
Telescope chief, astronaut have strong links to Space Shuttle Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:09AMJuly 12—A Woodbridge man who once managed the Hubble space telescope program was in Florida last week to see the final Space Shuttle liftoff before the program heads into retirement.
New county manager ready for challenges Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:08AMBEN HOGWOOD BEAUFORT — Russell Overman, the new county manager, almost didn’t go into the field of local government.
Casey Anthony freed from Fla. jail early Sunday Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:06AMCasey Anthony, front right, walks out of the Orange County Jail with her attorney Jose Baez, left, during her release in Orlando, Fla., early Sunday, July 17, 2011. Anthony was acquitted last week of murder in the death of her daughter, Caylee.
Casey Anthony freed from jail, slips from view Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:06AMCasey Anthony was freed from a Florida jail early Sunday, 12 days after she was acquitted of murder in the death of her 2-year-old daughter Caylee in a verdict that drew furious responses and even threats from people across the U.S. who had followed the case with rapt attention.
U.S. marshals arrest two fugitives, find two missing children in Tallahassee Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:41AMThe U.S. Marshals Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force arrested two South Florida fugitives early this morning in Tallahassee and recovered two abducted children.
Incumbent Wood challenged by Lindsey Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:16AMLAKELAND -- One of Polk County's five state House districts already has a competitive race well over a year before the elections in November 2012.
Judge rules against veterinarian over dog's death Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:15AMTideland News Writer Former Swansboro resident Shawna Zimmerman last week won a $5,000 Craven County Small Claims Court judgment against a local veterinarian she holds responsible for the death last year of her 7-year-old Bichon Frise dog, Baylee.
Florida fugitive caught in Fairmont Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:05AMFAIRMONT — A man accused in the shooting of woman in Florida was captured by Fairmont police recently and is facing attempted murder charges. Thomas Terranne Gavin Jr., 23, of St. Petersburg, Fl...
Boy Scouts get lost on canoe trip Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 6:00AM A Boy Scout canoe trip at Camp LaNoChe in Paisley got a bit scary when the troop got lost on Alexander Spring Creek, dailycommercial.com reports. A Lake County sheriff’s helicopter spotted the eight canoes through a heavy tree canopy after 11 p.m. because the Scouts were waving light sticks. Deputies used squad cars to clear a path through heavy brush to get the troop to a road.
Sade Performs In South Florida Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 5:38AMSade and John Legend performed at the BankAtlantic Center Friday night.