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It was record profits again for Exxon Mobil. The company reported the largest quarterly profit in U.S. history posting a net income of $11.68 billion on revenue of $138 billion in the second quarter. More...
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State budget cuts included the popular back-to-school sales tax holiday that both parents and retailers look forward to each summer. Floridians have become accustomed to a 10-day sales tax holiday on back-to-school supplies as have retailers looking for that usual boost in summer sales.
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The man believed to be involved in the murder of Trudy Michelle Taylor Sarman of Macclenny was shot and killed Tuesday when he ran from police. Brian Brock, 29, was under surveillance in Mayport just after 4:00 am Tuesday morning when he jumped from the vehicle he was riding in and led officers on a foot pursuit. More...
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Andy
At the risk of sounding like a "pave the world" moron who could care less about anything but the bottom line, I will state clearly and for the record: Conservation is only a small part of a sound energy policy. If all we do to supposedly lower the price of gasoline, electric power, and other consumable energy is conserve, we are going to only make the situation worse.
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Wachovia Corporation announced today that William "Bill" Bourbeau has been named wealth management director for Wachovia Wealth Management in Florida. A 20-year financial services industry veteran, Bourbeau will lead the Florida wealth markets group serving clients with $10 million in net worth and/or $5 million to $50 million in investable assets.
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Act Will Help, But How Much?
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, passed by the house and expected to be approved by the Senate and signed by the president, is designed to stimulate the housing market by providing first time homebuyers with a $7,500 tax credit. More...
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Over the next several weeks I have decided to chronicle my experiences with my testing, diagnosis, and ultimate treatment of this particular sleep disorder. If you are not familiar with this condition, there are a multitude of web sites dedicated to the study, and better understanding of this illness. More...
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Business briefs reports what’s happening to local and area businesses. Items can include mergers, relocations, office and store openings, honor and awards, promotions, classes, personnel changes, or business events. More...
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Join Monarch Realty for their first caravan of homes this Saturday from 9:00 to 2:00. They will be showcasing 10 of our local listings and will meet August 2nd at 9:00 a.m. at Monarch Realty 9217 South SR 228, located across the street from Wal-Mart in Macclenny.
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Jaguars breaking back in the pads
The Jacksonville Jaguars are now back into practice mode following the start of training camp. However, there's one big time player that has yet to show up for training camp. The Jaguars are seriously missing the presence of Derrick Harvey.
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The Jaguars signed veteran free agent guard Chris Liwienski today and waived quarterback Paul Smith, who had signed with the team as an undrafted rookie free agent in April. More...
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The 2008 JU women’s soccer team will boast one of its most experienced squads when it takes the field for the season opener against College of Charleston on Aug. 22, as the Dolphins announce their 2008 schedule. More...
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Fishing has been good from the inshore fishing to near shore. Inshore fishing has been good throwing rapala skitter walks top water baits early and late in the day. Later in the morning we have been catching reds and flounder on berkley gulp new penny. We have been rigging the gulp on 1/4 ounce sure catch jigs.
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Stephen Combs and Justin Case Band to perform
If you’ve already made plans for this weekend and they don’t include a trip to the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, cancel them! Country music will abound this weekend, August 1-2 at the SOSMP with North Florida’s own country singer Stephen Combs on Friday night, a HUGE garage sale Saturday and Live Oak country band Justin Case Saturday night.
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The Limelight Theatre is presenting the hilarious farce, "Perfect Wedding," a comedy by Robin Hawdon, July 25th through August 17th on the Matuza Main Stage Theatre. This is an all Flagler College associated cast and crew. More...
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Flying Saucer Presents Wilco
With Special Guest Bon Iver
Wilco's sophomore effort, 1996's two-disc set Being There, marked a radical transformation in the group's sound; while remaining steeped in the style that earned Tweedy his reputation, the songs took unexpected detours into psychedelia, power pop, and soul, complete with orchestral touches and R&B horn flourishes. Critics judged Being There to be among the year's best releases. More...
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Nintendo fans, sad that you don’t have GTA IV to play on the Wii? Well, get over it because this is what you’ve been waiting for... for your handheld at least.
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Fine Dining by the Campfire
Imagine waking to the sound of birds singing just outside the tent. You step out into the sunshine, breathe in the glorious fresh air, then sit down to a campfire breakfast of banana stuffed French toast.
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The summer heat has arrived and so has the tubing season at Ichetucknee Springs! A trip down the river is an ideal activity for the whole family. The trip down river is a very beautiful one, with great shade trees and cool, clear water that remains a constant 72°-73°F all year round.
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America loves big, bold flavors. What's more, we love choices. Traditional ingredients like salt and pepper once made up what people considered a well-stocked cupboard. These "basic" kitchen staples aren't so basic anymore as we make room on the shelf for sea salts, Tellicherry black pepper, and peppercorn medleys. In fact, our love of pepper has resulted in a remarkable 60 percent increase in pepper imports over the last 20 years alone .
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Rip Currents... Don't Panic!