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Deals of the Hour / September 1, 2010, 11:40 am

States grapple with exotic — and dangerous — pets

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The bear that recently killed a caretaker in a Cleveland suburb was the latest example of animal violence in a state that has some of the nation's weakest restrictions on exotic pets and ... (Source: New Haven Register 2010-09-01T05:10:31Z)

No deal: Discounts on cars hit brakes

For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that offered employee ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-09-01T12:41:29Z)

White Sox nearing deal with Dodgers for Manny Ramirez

The White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers may be closing in on a deal to send Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez to the South Side in exchange for minor league prospects. The deal appeared to be close Wednesday when ... (Source: Chicago Sun-Times 2010-08-25T20:49:24Z)

Dodgers' web musings: Manny Ramirez, and Frank and Jamie McCourts' trial are all the ...

Manny Ramirez did speak to the Chicago media when he joined the White Sox Tuesday … in Spanish. Manny was born in the Dominican Republic, but grew up in the Bronx, has been in the major leagues for 17 years ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-09-01T03:51:46Z)

Missing Boy Found at Family Friend's Home

GAINESVILLE, GA -- After a long night of searching, police found 10-year-old Mario Taddeo safe at the home of a family friend in Gainesville on Tuesday. At least, 29-year-old C hristopher Ray had been ... (Source: WXIA 11 Alive 2010-09-01T05:24:50Z)

Eagles trade Charles Scott for CB Jorrick Calvin

The Eagles traded sixth round draft pick Charles Scott to the Cardinals for cornerback Jorrick Calvin, who was taken one spot later in April's draft. Calvin, 5-foot-11, 184 pounds, had 76 tackles, two interceptions and ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-08-30T20:21:59Z)

No deal: Buyers will see fewer discounts for cars

DETROIT -- For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that ... (Source: Vacaville Reporter 2010-09-01T12:34:20Z)

Eagles deal FB Charles Scott to Cardinals for CB Jorrick Calvin

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles have traded fullback Charles Scott to the Arizona Cardinals for cornerback Jorrick Calvin in a swap of rookie draft picks. Calvin was selected one pick behind Scott ... (Source: Republic 2010-08-31T12:06:53Z)

Missing kid found in Hall Co.

LAWRENCEVILLE — The saga of one Gwinnett County fourth-grader's disappearance and subsequent emergence in Hall County resulted Tuesday in charges against a family friend, a shaken mother who still remains without her ... (Source: Gwinnett Daily Post 2010-09-01T02:33:02Z)

Irving Place To Pay $260M For Alpha

Irving Place Capital will acquire St. Louis-based Alpha Packaging , Business Journal reports. The New York-based private equity firm, which seeks to close the deal this month, will buy the plastic bottles and jar maker ... (Source: Emii.com 2010-08-31T12:14:02Z)

Big auto discounts ending

DETROIT — For years, Americans shopping for cars were treated to all sorts of deals and incentives, especially at the end of summer. Think Cash for Clunkers, which paid up to $4,500, or promotions that ... (Source: NorthJersey.com 2010-09-01T15:04:39Z)

Rams, Redskins trade 2010 picks in conditional deal

The Washington Redskins have sent sixth-round draft pick Dennis Morris to the St. Louis Rams in a conditional trade. In exchange, the Rams have sent fifth-round selection Hall Davis to Washington. Davis, from ... (Source: Peoria Journal Star 2010-08-30T19:53:21Z)

Open competitors deal with fierce New York heat

NEW YORK — Nothing shady was going on at the U.S. Open. The temperature was rising on both sides of the court, the sun boring down on contenders and unseeded hopefuls alike. But while the 109-degree on-court ... (Source: Eagle-Tribune 2010-09-01T04:41:53Z)

Humane society threatens ballot issue if Ohio animal cruelty deal fails

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) -- The Humane Society is threatening to revive a planned Ohio ballot issue against animal cruelty if a deal with farmers fails to win final state approval. Humane Society of the United ... (Source: WHIO.com 2010-08-26T03:44:34Z)

Seeking Alpha: Irving Place To Buy Another Packaging Co.

Irving Place Capital plans to buy another packaging company. The firm, already an investor in Chesapeake Corp. and Multi Packaging Solutions Inc., announced a deal earlier this month for Mold-Rite Plastics Inc ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-08-30T22:30:50Z)

Nathan Deal to speak at CSU forum on Thursday

Nathan Deal, the Republican candidate for Governor of Georgia, has been confirmed as a speaker for the Columbus State University 2010 Candidate Forum. The 90-minute free forum will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the ... (Source: Ledger-Enquirer 2010-08-24T19:53:19Z)

New York equity firm acquires Overland manufacturer

Irving Place Capital, a private equity firm in New York, said Tuesday that it will acquire Overland-based Alpha Packaging, a maker of plastic bottles and jars for the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and personal ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-09-01T04:56:12Z)

Federer's shot a YouTube sensation

NEW YORK - Roger Federer has become a YouTube sensation for a trick shot he makes on a razor commercial. Late Monday night on center court at the U.S. Open, he made another one, and there was no debate whether this one ... (Source: Herald & Review 2010-09-01T14:07:23Z)

Cardinals obtain FB Scott from Eagles for CB Calvin

PHILADELPHIA -- The Philadelphia Eagles have traded fullback Charles Scott to the Arizona Cardinals for cornerback Jorrick Calvin in a swap of rookie draft picks. Watching football on Sundays will be a whole new ... (Source: NFL 2010-08-31T14:01:25Z)

Polls shows Barnes, Deal statistically tied in Georgia govenor's race

ATLANTA — Republican Nathan Deal and Democrat Roy Barnes are statistically tied in the governor's race, according to a poll released late Thursday. The poll also shows incumbent Republican Johnny Isakson ... (Source: Florida Times-Union 2010-08-20T18:17:50Z)

Eagles notes: Eagles swap rookies with Cards

PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles shipped fullback Charles Scott to the Arizona Cardinals Monday for cornerback Jorrick Calvin. The deal of rookie sixth-round picks is contingent on the players passing their ... (Source: Reporter 2010-09-01T10:46:57Z)

Redskins-Rams Swap 2010 Picks in Conditional Deals

ASHBURN, Va. - The Washington Redskins and St. Louis Rams have swapped 2010 draft picks in a pair of trades. The Redskins sent sixth-round selection Dennis Morris to the Rams for a conditional, undisclosed ... (Source: Myfoxdc.com 2010-08-30T23:35:16Z)

Latest Pennsylvania sports:, PA

The Panthers are going into Thursday night's game at Utah with a first-time starting quarterback in Tino Sunseri, a center who went on scholarship only last week (Alex Karabin), two new starting cornerbacks (Ricky ... (Source: FOX43.com 2010-08-31T17:43:19Z)

U.S. OPEN NOTEBOOK: Federer is nothing short of sensational

NEW YORK - Roger Federer has become a YouTube sensation for a trick shot he makes on a razor commercial. Late Monday on center court at the U.S. Open, he made another one, and there was no debate whether ... (Source: San Gabriel Valley Tribune 2010-09-01T05:17:40Z)

Redskins-Rams swap 2010 picks in conditional deals; TE-FB Morris to St. Louis, LB ...

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Redskins and St. Louis Rams have swapped 2010 draft picks in a pair of trades. The Redskins sent sixth-round selection Dennis Morris to the Rams for a conditional ... (Source: Daily Press 2010-08-30T19:39:02Z)

White Sox awarded claim waiver claim on Dodgers star Manny Ramirez

CHICAGO - The Manny Watch is on for Chicago's South Side. Manny Ramirez was placed on waivers by the Dodgers, and the White Sox were awarded the claim that gives them exclusive bargaining rights for the ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-08-28T06:26:51Z)

Eagles, Cardinals swap 6th-round picks

PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles shipped fullback Charles Scott to the Arizona Cardinals Monday for cornerback Jorrick Calvin. The deal of rookie sixth-round picks is contingent on the players passing their ... (Source: Daily Local News 2010-08-31T10:55:18Z)

Missing boy found safe; police deal with conflicting accounts

A 10-year-old Gwinnett County boy reported missing on Monday was found safe at a family friend's house in Hall County Tuesday morning, police said. The boy and his mother were to be re-united at Gwinnett ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-08-31T17:36:10Z)

Animal group wants all veal farms banned

COLUMBUS -- The animal welfare group that released a hidden video of an Apple Creek farm said it would like to see all veal operations banned, not just those using the crate systems currently allowed in Ohio. "We're ... (Source: Daily Record 2010-09-01T08:16:38Z)

Georgia Republican Deal Gives In To Pressure On Gambling Issue

Georgia gubernatorial candidate Nathan Deal has shown this week just how far politicians will go to secure votes in upcoming elections. Deal, who originally voiced his willingness to consider casino gambling expansion in ... (Source: Casino Gambling Web 2010-08-27T22:48:43Z)

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