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Deals of the Hour / August 14, 2010, 10:40 pm

Neumann Paints Walker As 'Career Politician' During Debate

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Neumann painted primary rival Scott Walker as a career politician Saturday who is part of a broken system of government. Neumann, a businessman and former congressman, told Walker ... (Source: WISN.com 2010-08-15T03:36:09Z)

WisPolitics.com: Neumann, Walker debate experience before Tea Party crowd

OCONOMOWOC--GOP gubernatorial candidates Scott Walker and Mark Neumann sharply contrasted their experience during a debate before several hundred Tea Party activists today. Neumann repeatedly railed on career politicians ... (Source: WisPolitics.com 2010-08-15T05:02:03Z)

Mudcats' Matt Klinker locks up Suns

Suns pitcher Jose Rosario puts down a sacrifice bunt in the 3rd inning to advance John Otness to third. Otness would score on a sacrifice fly from Lorenzo Scott. The Jacksonville Suns' potent bats were ... (Source: Florida Times-Union 2010-08-15T03:21:50Z)

Worth watching as 'Scott Pilgrim' takes on the world

"Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" director Edgar Wright's adaptation of Bryan Lee O'Malley's graphic novels goes that one better: You will believe that Michael Cera can kick some serious ass. Seriously. The wispy ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-08-13T15:41:30Z)

Suns 7, Mudcats 2

Lorenzo Scott went 3-for-5 with four RBIs, including a two-run homer, to lead the host Jacksonville Suns to a 7-2 victory over the Carolina Mudcats on Friday night. Vinny Rottino added three hits, including an ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-14T08:45:08Z)

Political newcomer Rick Scott intent on looking forward, not back

Growing up in Missouri, Scott learned a grocery store was having a contest involving animal tricks. Only one problem: The contest was the next day. Scott ran home and worked feverishly to teach his mongrel dog, Duke, to ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-15T05:16:22Z)

The Expendables Blow Up Scott Pilgrim At The US Box Office

Sylvester Stallone and his merry bunch of killing machines made an explosive debut at the US box office this weekend, taking an estimated $35 million and leaving poor old Scott Pilgrim for dead. According to Exhibitor ... (Source: The Celebrity Truth 2010-08-15T00:01:24Z)

Rick Scott Talks With Voters At Sanford Park

WESH.com SANFORD, Fla. -- It's about a week and a half away from Florida's Primary Election Day, and the candidates kicked their campaigns into high gear this week. Both men running for governor in the Republican primary ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-14T23:39:55Z)

Scott Rolen, Cincinnati Reds snap slumps; Volquez quiets Florida

CINCINNATI -- Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with three hits against an ineffective Josh Johnson, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 on Friday night. Jay Bruce ... (Source: Lancaster Eagle Gazette.com 2010-08-14T10:39:40Z)

Metro East family hopes TV show helps teen with weight problems

Even though one in every three American children is overweight, it's not easy when you're one of those kids, especially in front of a nationwide audience. Scott Basso, 14, of Athens, and his family are a ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-08-15T05:09:12Z)

Recap: Tampa Bay vs. Baltimore

St. Petersburg, FL (Sports Network) - Jeremy Guthrie allowed two hits in six innings and Luke Scott went 3-for-3 with a home run, as Baltimore continued to shine in the Buck Showalter era with a thorough 5-0 ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-08-14T02:18:35Z)

Bill McCollum leads Rick Scott in tight GOP race for governor of Florida

TALLAHASSEE -- A new poll shows the Republican race for governor is tight and will turn on still-undecided voters. A Mason Dixon Florida Poll released today has Attorney General Bill McCollum ahead, chosen by ... (Source: Florida Today 2010-08-12T23:20:49Z)

Scott Pilgrim Vs. the World: Review By Yentz

"... I enjoyed my time with it, but much like Inception--I've seen it, and now, I can't imagine investing in it anytime soon..." - Yentz Not having read Bryan lee O'Malley's graphic novelization of the Scott Pilgrim ... (Source: MovieWeb 2010-08-15T02:17:24Z)

Cincinnati Reds rebound behind Scott Rolen

Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with 3 hits, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 on Friday. Jay Bruce homered and drove in 3 runs, and Joey Votto drove in 2 runs as ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-08-14T04:56:04Z)

Rick Scott leads Bill McCollum by 10 points in new Times/Herald/Bay News 9 poll

TALLAHASSEE — Rick Scott leads the Republican primary for governor in a new statewide poll thanks to his massive TV ad buys and the old maxim: It's the economy, stupid. Despite lingering questions about his ... (Source: St. Petersburg Times 2010-08-15T03:14:40Z)

Rick Scott skips Naples tea party event, goes to Sean Hannity concert instead

The Daily News was on the road this week shadowing the Rick Scott campaign and also began shadowing the Bill McCollum campaign for a week as of Thursday. Watch naplesnews.com and the Daily News for daily ... (Source: Naples Daily News 2010-08-15T02:10:15Z)

Dragons Snap 7-Game Losing Streak

EASTLAKE, Ohio -- Henry Rodriguez went 4 for 4 with a home run and three runs batted in to lead the Dayton Dragons to a 4-2 victory over the Lake County Captains on Saturday night at Classic Park. The win snapped the ... (Source: WHIO TV 2010-08-15T05:23:31Z)

Scott Carries Suns Past Mudcats on Friday

Jacksonville, Fla. - Lorenzo Scott finished three-for-five with a home run and four RBI leading the Jacksonville Suns (69-49, 29-19) to a 7-2 win over the Carolina Mudcats (51-66, 21-27) in front of 6,165 Friday night at ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-08-14T02:40:04Z)

Surging Orioles Limit Rays to Just Three Hits

The surging Orioles (41-75) went on to a 5-0 victory before 24,277 at Tropicana Field, handing the Rays their seventh loss in nine games. Jeremy Guthrie (7-11) won his third straight start, teaming with two relievers to ... (Source: The Ledger 2010-08-14T23:47:05Z)

Illinois teen shares weight struggle on N.C.-based TV series

ATHENS, Ill. — Even though one in every three American children is overweight, it's not easy when you're one of those kids, especially in front of a nationwide audience. Scott Basso, 14, and his family are a little ... (Source: WRAL 2010-08-12T10:49:12Z)

Illinois teen shares weight struggle on TV

ATHENS, Ill. | Even though one in every three American children is overweight, it's not easy when you're one of those kids, especially in front of a nationwide audience. Scott Basso, 14, and his family are a ... (Source: NWI.com 2010-08-13T06:23:09Z)

Republican Gubernatorial Candidates Face Off in Debate #2

Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Neumann is painting his rival Scott Walker as a career politician who is part of a broken governing system. OCONOMOWOC, Wis. (AP) -- Republican gubernatorial candidate Mark Neumann ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-08-14T23:11:17Z)

Scott Barnes allows just two hits in Akron Aeros' win: Minor League Report

Aeros 2, Rock Cats 1 LHP Scott Barnes (6-8, 4.83) allowed two hits and one walk in seven scoreless innings, and Akron won an Eastern League game in New Britain, Conn. Barnes struck out eight. RHP Connor Graham ... (Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer 2010-08-07T16:02:56Z)

'Expendables' and 'Eat Pray Love' score while 'Scott Pilgrim' loses a turn

Image Credit: Karen Ballard Hollywood's battle of the sexes seems to be working out well for the studios and their male- and female-focused movies. The testosterone-fueled Expendables bowed to an impressive ... (Source: Entertainment Weekly Online 2010-08-14T17:06:13Z)

Scott Rolen snaps out of slump as Reds beat Marlins 7-2

CINCINNATI — Scott Rolen snapped out of a slump with three hits against an ineffective Josh Johnson, helping Edinson Volquez and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Florida Marlins 7-2 Friday night. Jay Bruce ... (Source: Courier-Journal 2010-08-14T04:05:58Z)

Sound Off: Scott Pilgrim vs the World - What Did You Think?

Now that you've seen it, what did you think? It's here, it's finally here, after so many years of waiting! Edgar Wright's epicly epic adaptation of Bryan Lee O'Malley's beloved comic book series Scott Pilgrim ... (Source: First Showing 2010-08-14T09:06:37Z)

Rick Scott makes another Sarasota-area stop

Hampton, a Parrish resident, was one of nearly 300 people who packed a rally and free barbecue put on by Scott near Sarasota on Saturday as part of a final push for votes, with Election Day just 10 days away. "I'm still ... (Source: Herald Tribune 2010-08-15T05:16:22Z)

Guthrie, Orioles continue winning ways in blanking of Rays

St. Petersburg, FL (Sports Network) - Jeremy Guthrie allowed two hits in six innings and Luke Scott went 3-for-3 with a home run, as Baltimore continued to shine in the Buck Showalter era with a thorough 5-0 ... (Source: Seattle Post Intelligencer 2010-08-14T02:04:16Z)

Eat Pray Love, Scott Pilgrim vs The World and The Expendables hit theaters this ...

Based on the memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert , Julia Roberts is a happily married woman who realizes that her life is not going in the right direction and vows to change it at all cost. Her adventure takes her around the ... (Source: WUSA 2010-08-13T11:02:20Z)

Rodriguez Lifts Dragons to Win in Lake County

Eastlake, Ohio-Henry Rodriguez went 4 for 4 with a home run and three runs batted in to lead the Dayton Dragons to a 4-2 victory over the Lake County Captains on Saturday night at Classic Park. The win snapped the ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-08-15T03:43:18Z)

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