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Deals of the Hour / August 7, 2010, 7:40 pm

Smith Micro Software Adds to Board of Directors Former Verizon Wireless Senior Vice President James ...

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Smith Micro Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMSI ), a leading developer and marketer of software solutions for the mobility market, today announced the appointment of James Straight to its ... (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-08-03T09:55:27Z)

A text to Red Wings general manager Ken Holland got ball rolling on Mike Modano deal

That's when Holland heard a ping that made his day. A little over a week had passed since the Wings had treated Modano to an all-out recruitment visit on July 6, flying him in from Dallas and taking him to ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-08-08T01:42:45Z)

Google, Verizon Close To Net Neutrality Deal

According to various media reports, Google and Verizon are closing on in a deal which would determine how Internet traffic moves across land lines and to wireless devices. According to Josh Halliday of the UK ... (Source: Redorbit.com 2010-08-05T16:48:15Z)

Kansas expects a second NASCAR event

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 2011 NASCAR schedule is expected to include a second race at Kansas Speedway. A public schedule released Friday for Kansas Lt. Gov. Troy Findley notes that he plans to give remarks ... (Source: Denver Post 2010-08-07T07:20:23Z)

Papa John's Announces Appointment of Tom Sterrett to Senior Vice President ...

BusinessWire - Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) today announced the appointment of Tom Sterrett to Senior Vice President, International. Sterrett will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-06T15:14:01Z)

Landlord paints 'deadbeat tenants' on home

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina landlord fed up with tenants who didn't pay their rent painted her criticism on the garage for all to see. Vanessa McCants spray painted the words "deadbeat tenants" on a Charlotte ... (Source: Waterbury Republican-American 2010-08-06T07:07:15Z)

RIM, Saudi Arabia Reach BlackBerry Deal

Saudi officials disclosed the agreement Saturday, according to The Associated Press . It likely will require the placement of a BlackBerry server inside Saudi Arabia that will allow the government to monitor messages ... (Source: Inside Fidelity 2010-08-07T21:46:32Z)

Irish's Texas deal could signal change

The university perhaps most responsible for Notre Dame retaining its treasured football independence is reportedly the latest program to agree to take on the Fighting Irish. Texas and Notre Dame agreed to a four-game ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-05T22:17:32Z)

Chelios set to retire, join Red Wings' front office

DETROIT (AP) -- Red Wings general manager Ken Holland says Chris Chelios is going to work for the team. Holland said Saturday night that Chelios' new job doesn't have a title yet and his specific ... (Source: CNN Sports Illustrated 2010-08-07T23:55:23Z)

Governor hopeful about budget deal

SANTA CLARA - Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said Friday he is guardedly optimistic that he and lawmakers can reach a budget compromise in the weeks ahead. During a business round table in Santa Clara ... (Source: Long Beach Press-Telegram 2010-08-07T08:03:20Z)

Lions great Dick LeBeau calls Hall of Fame induction his 'highest moment'

Canton, Ohio -- After a 32-year wait, Dick LeBeau finally was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday night. "Man, this really is a great day to be alive," said LeBeau, elected by the senior ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-08-08T01:42:45Z)

Advocates: Deal prolongs housing crisis for NYers

NEW YORK -- Buckling floors. Collapsing ceilings. Leaking pipes. In buildings around the country where landlords found themselves owing more than their properties were worth - the mistakes of the housing ... (Source: The Sun News 2010-08-03T23:52:58Z)

Sources: AJ Allmendinger gets new deal

AJ Allmendinger has signed a multiyear contract extension with Richard Petty Motorsports to drive the No. 43 Ford, sources close to the team confirmed to ESPN.com Wednesday. An announcement is planned for this ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-08-04T15:16:23Z)

RIM May Have Cut Deal With Saudi Arabia, Say Reports

Research in Motion (RIM) and Saudi Arabia have arrived at a preliminary agreement that will involve the company setting up its server there and providing the government access to the data, according to media ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-08-07T18:47:34Z)

Landlord spray paints 'deadbeat tenants' on home

C HARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina landlord fed up with tenants who didn't pay their rent painted her criticism on the garage for all to see. WBTV reports that landlord Vanessa McCants spray painted the ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-08-06T00:55:01Z)

RIM, Saudi Arabia Reach Deal on BlackBerry, AP Says

(Adds analyst comments from third paragraph.) Aug. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Research In Motion Ltd. and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement that will allow BlackBerry services to continue in the country after the ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-08-07T17:21:41Z)

Governor sizes up the state's problems

Without a budget resolution in sight, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger hinted Monday that he might not sign a budget before he leaves office next January unless he gets the reforms he wants. California faces a $19 ... (Source: Fresno Bee 2010-08-08T01:42:45Z)

Rush into the Hall: record-setting RB Emmitt Smith is inducted

Holding back tears after a minute-long standing ovation, NFL career rushing leader Emmitt Smith has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Finishing off a hat trick for the "Triplets," Smith joined ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-08T02:25:42Z)

Emmitt Smith enters Hall of Fame

CANTON, Ohio -- Holding back tears after a minute-long standing ovation, NFL career rushing leader Emmitt Smith has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Finishing off a hat trick for the "Triplets ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-08T02:18:33Z)

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: Longhorns to take on Fighting Irish in 2015

AUSTIN — Texas and Notre Dame have agreed to a four-game series starting in 2015 that brings together two of the most successful and storied programs in college football. The Longhorns are scheduled to play ... (Source: Standard-Times 2010-08-06T02:13:46Z)

Red Wings introduce No. 90

Mike Modano stands with Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland (left) and owner Mike Ilitch after being introduced as a Red Wing during a news conference Friday in Detroit. Modano inked a one-year deal ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-08-08T00:24:01Z)

Cowboys weekend: Emmitt Smith to cap Hall of Fame inductions

How 'bout them Cowboys? With apologies to such NFL greats as Jerry Rice, John Randle and the rest of the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2010, this sure seems like America's Team's weekend. Not only was ... (Source: FOX News 2010-08-07T18:40:25Z)

Schwarzenegger has hopes for budget deal

SANTA CLARA — Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said Friday he is guardedly optimistic that he and lawmakers can reach a budget compromise in the weeks ahead. During a business round table in Santa Clara ... (Source: Monterey County Herald 2010-08-07T09:14:55Z)

Google and Verizon denies the web deal to threaten Net Neutrality

Google and Verizon are in talks or inching towards making a deal where Verizon could be charging the Internet users to pay more for better-quality access to certain web content. This is totally against the Net Neutrality ... (Source: Entertainment and Showbiz! 2010-08-07T04:50:03Z)

Google, Verizon close to deal to end 'net neutrality'

LONDON - Search engine giant Google and US broadband and telecom company Verizon are said to be close to making a deal that could bring an end to 'net neutrality'. The new agreement between the internet giants, if it ... (Source: Khaleej Times 2010-08-07T05:04:22Z)

RPM inks Allmendinger to multi-year contract

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. -- Richard Petty Motorsports has signed AJ Allmendinger to a multi-year contract extension. Allmendinger said he talked to several teams before deciding to stay put because he likes the ... (Source: Delaware Online 2010-08-07T14:29:53Z)

Russ Grimm Enters Hall Of Fame

CANTON, Ohio -- Russ Grimm has become the first member of Washington's renowned "Hogs" offensive line inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The outstanding guard from 1981-91 won three Super Bowls with ... (Source: WPXI 2010-08-08T00:38:20Z)

Papa John's Announces Appointment of Tom Sterrett to Senior Vice President ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - (Business Wire) Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) today announced the appointment of Tom Sterrett to Senior Vice President, International. Sterrett will be responsible for ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-08-06T14:45:23Z)

Emmitt Smith talks about teammates, family at Hall of Fame speech

CANTON, Ohio – Holding back tears after a minute-long standing ovation, NFL career rushing leader Emmitt Smith has been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Finishing off a hat trick for the ... (Source: Dallas Morning News 2010-08-08T02:25:42Z)

Texas to play Notre Dame in 2015

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas and Notre Dame have agreed to a four-game series starting in 2015 that brings together two of the most successful and storied programs in college football. The Longhorns are scheduled to play ... (Source: wnewsj.com 2010-08-08T00:31:10Z)

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