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June 2, 2008  RSS feed
Giant pythons could be headed to north Florida

You’ve probably seen the pictures. Giant pythons capable of swallowing an alligator that are now living in the marshes and canals of south Florida. But did you know a new study finds that those same pythons could be heading north? More...

Annual Tax Watch Report finds over $100 million in budget turkeys
Report includes more than a million for local projects
By MELISSA BURNSED

Despite deep and widespread cuts to core government functions in the Fiscal Year 2009 Budget, the annual Turkey Watch Report, released today by the non-partisan government watchdog Florida TaxWatch, identifies 133 projects worth $110.5 million that circumvented the normal budget process and were funded in a lean budget year. More...

Baker County considers special assessment increases
By MELISSA BURNSED

Faced with mounting costs to provide essential services, the Baker County Board of County Commissioners reviewed options during a workshop Tuesday afternoon on the prospect of increasing or enacting special assessment fees. More...

 Crime and Punishment
• article has image Lake City bank robbed
Lake City police responded to the third bank robbery in two months on Tuesday, June 3 when an armed man held up the First Federal Bank at 2572 U.S. 90 West. More...
• "Funny Money" lands teen in jail
• article has image Arson suspect caught in Orange Park
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 Business News
• Jobless rate rises in May
The nation’s unemployment rate jumped to 5.5 percent in May. That is the biggest one-month jump in unemployment since February 1986 say economists. More...
• Synovus Bank ribbon-cutting for new branch
• Fidelity announces the sale of approximately 20 percent of Sedgwick CMS
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 The Mortgage Report
• The Mortgage Report
Should You Prepay Your Mortgage?
I get a lot of questions from customers about the benefits and drawbacks of prepaying their mortgage. I define prepaying as paying any additional monies over and above the normally scheduled payment. More...
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 Business Briefs
• Business Briefs
Business briefs reports what’s happening to local and area businesses. Items can include mergers, relocations, office and store openings, honor and awards, promotions, personnel changes, or business events. More...
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 Real Estate
• article has image This Season, the Outdoors are 'In'
Outdoor living spaces are quickly becoming the favorite upgrade for homeowners around the country. Outdoor improvements are gaining ground on the perennial favorites -kitchen and bath renovations - because of the added value and comfort they add to a home. More...
• article has image Secrets of the Home Sale
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 Sports News
• article has image From the Sideline
Griffey Jr. joining elite group
The moment is here staring Ken Griffey Jr. right in the face. It's a moment that many believed would have come some years ago. It's a moment that almost seemed destined for Jr. as he broke onto the national scene nearly twenty years ago. Now Griffey Jr. stands on the edge of breaking into a club of only five other men. More...
• Sports Shorts
• 5th Annual Tropicana 'Got Skills?' Rookie Day
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 Pros
• article has image Where's Natalie?
Gulbis back, on the Ginn
Our very own Natalie proves what a week off can do to get your thoughts together and work on the swing, all in an effort to prove to herself that she can compete at this level. More...
• Turn back the NBA clock
• article has image Suns return for homestand
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 College
• FSU captures fourth straight Regional Outdoor Track and Field Title
Led by the legs of senior Walter Dix and sophomore Charles Clark, Florida State was able to obtain its fourth straight NCAA East Regional title Saturday at Mike Long Track in Tallahassee, Florida. More...
• Gators land two big commitments to next years' class
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 Outdoors
• Want to brag?
Have you just caught that trophy bass or killed that huge buck? Have you returned from the hunting, fishing, or outdoors trip of a lifetime or the trip from you know where? Share your photos and stories with our readers. More...
• NOAA outlines annual catch limits to end overfishing
• Alligator hunt permits selling quickly despite problems
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 Events
• article has image Fourth Annual Putt N’ Crawl June 7th
It’s time again for the ANNUAL PUTT N' CRAWL, which for those who don't know, it's miniature golf Jaxbars.com style! Last year, over 1200 partiers drank and putted their way through Jax Beach for a shot at hundreds of dollars in prizes. More...
• Amelia Island Museum of History will offer Free Children’s Craft Program
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 Movies/Books
• article has image Classic movies under the stars
For a great time, head to Jacksonville Beach for classic movies under the stars at the Sea Walk Pavilion. Two classics will show during the month of June for Moonlight Movies. More...
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 Theater
• Theatre Happenings
Amelia Community Theatre will hold a voice class for actors 18 and older on June 5 at the theater, 209 Cedar St. The registration fee is $15 and participants may attend a session from 10:00 a.m. until noon or 2:00-4:00 p.m. More...
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 Music
• article has image Beach gets ready for Summer Jazz Series
Summer Jazz Series promises hot performers with cool sounds
The City of Jacksonville Beach is proud to announce the lineup for its 7th Summer Jazz Series. The three-concert series is scheduled for Sunday evenings from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Sea Walk Pavilion on June 8, July 13, and August 17. More...
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 Gamer
• The Gamer
Ah, they’re back again. That Elite army that is swarming around my house led by the Master Chief. I guess they figured out that I disposed of their hired assassin. Maybe Altair will have better luck next time. These hallucinations are getting a little too real... More...
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 Dining
• article has image Mi Apá Latin Café
Mi Apá is a small Latin café in the Westgate Shopping Center off of 34th Street in Gainesville. Though apparently considered overall as a "Cuban" restaurant, they have expanded into pan-Latin food with great results. More...
• article has image Dining With Dave
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 Travel
• article has image Visiting Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach is, to some of us, as much metaphor as a real place: we associate it with auto racing, spring break, surfing, aviation, colleges, and most of all the beach itself. A popular vacation spot for college kids and families from around Florida and beyond alike, Daytona is in a sense the essence of the Floridian beach experience. More...
• article has image Technology that travels
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 Home & Family
• article has image Zesty Meals In Minutes - Spice It Up In Seconds
It's no secret that convenience is king when it comes to food shopping and meal preparation. Today's busy home cooks are looking for short cuts that deliver great-tasting food for their on-the-go families. More...
• article has image Ride the Heat Wave for Beautiful Summer Gardens
• article has image Summer Parties With Flair: Make It Memorable
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