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Deals of the Hour / October 21, 2010, 8:40 pm

Real estate firm to buy Orange County Fairgrounds

A real estate management firm will buy the Orange County Fairgrounds for $100 million as part of an effort to sell off state-owned properties to address California's budget woes, officials said Wednesday, prompting a state lawmaker to announce plans to ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-21T14:48:18Z)

Crabtree: Restore indemnity fund

FARGO, N.D. — Brad Crabtree, the Democratic nominee for the North Dakota Public Service Commission, says, if elected, he'd push to restore the original level of a self-funded indemnity fund that protects farmers from elevator insolvencies if they have ... (Source: AG Week 2010-10-12T15:49:05Z)

The Hobbit Gets Its Bilbo—and Many Dwarfs!

Peter Jackson has his fearless burglar in the bag. Or should we say, the Baggins? The studios behind The Hobbit officially confirmed Thursday that British actor Martin Freeman will be playing the titular Shire hero, Bilbo Baggins, in Jackson's two-part ... (Source: Entertainment Online 2010-10-22T01:46:52Z)

Real estate firm to buy Orange County Fairgrounds for $100M

LOS ANGELES ---- A real estate management firm will buy the Orange County Fairgrounds for $100 million as part of an effort to sell off state-owned properties to address California's budget woes, officials said Wednesday, prompting a state lawmaker to ... (Source: North County Times 2010-10-21T06:12:54Z)

Locals object to fairgrounds sale

A number of local agencies and individuals are speaking out against the state's decision to sell the O.C. fairgrounds to a private real estate firm – and one representative even plans to introduce new legislation to stop the deal. The Department of ... (Source: OC Metro 2010-10-21T21:50:39Z)

Delta, AMR, US Airways post biggest profits in three years

DALLAS — Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than-expected ... (Source: Jackson Clarion-Ledger 2010-10-21T06:55:51Z)

Lockheed reports drop in third-quarter profit despite increase in sales

Despite an increase in sales, Lockheed Martin reported Tuesday that its third-quarter profit fell 28 percent, due in part to the cost of an early-exit program for executives. The Bethesda defense contractor reported earnings of $571 million ($1.57 a share ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-20T11:36:13Z)

British actor Freeman leads cast of troubled "Hobbit" film

LOS ANGELES (Reuters Life!) - English actor Martin Freeman, best known from British comedy series "The Office," will play the heroic Bilbo Baggins in Hollywood's version of "The Hobbit," the producers of the troubled project said on Thursday. The ... (Source: CNBC 2010-10-22T03:05:36Z)

US GAS: Futures Rise On Cool-Weather View, Bargain Interest

NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--Natural-gas futures rose Wednesday on bargain buying and speculation that expected cooler temperatures in parts of the U.S. would boost gas-heating demand. Natural gas for November delivery rose 2.6 cents, or 0.7%, to $3.539 a million ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-20T19:50:08Z)

Saskatchewan mulls special tax on BHP

REGINA/TORONTO (Reuters) - Saskatchewan may consider imposing a resource transfer tax on BHP Billiton ( BHP.AX ) if Ottawa approves its proposed takeover of provincial crown jewel Potash Corp ( POT.TO ), Saskatchewan's Premier Brad Wall said on Thursday ... (Source: Reuters 2010-10-21T22:33:36Z)

Saskatchewan premer urges Canada to reject bid

REGINA, Saskatchewan -- Saskatchewan's premier urged Canada's federal government on Thursday to reject BHP Billiton 's bid for Potash Corp., saying it's not in the strategic interest of Saskatchewan or Canada. Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall formally ... (Source: Forbes 2010-10-21T23:23:42Z)

Delta, AMR, US Airways post profit

DALLAS -- Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale, they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than-expected ... (Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010-10-21T05:08:29Z)

iHome iA100 iPad Speaker System Now Available For $100

SoftSailor is Giving Away a 32GB iPad and a 32GB iPhone. Click here to grab yours now ! As you already know iHome is a leading supplier and pioneer of innovative iPhone / iPod speaker solutions. The great news is that today announced the availability of ... (Source: Soft Sailor 2010-10-20T15:03:48Z)

US GAS: Futures Rise From 13-Month Lows On Bargain Buying

NEW YORK (Dow Jones)--Natural gas futures rose Tuesday on bargain buying as market participants took the opportunity to buy after prices plunged to 13-month lows. Natural gas for November delivery settled up 8.2 cents, or 2.4%, to $3.513 a million British ... (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-10-19T19:51:19Z)

Delta, American, US Airways post profits for 3Q

Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than-expected earnings for ... (Source: Los Angeles Daily News 2010-10-21T07:03:01Z)

Airlines soar with surprisingly strong 3Q profit reports from Delta, AMR, US Airways

DALLAS (AP) — Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-10-20T18:45:43Z)

Lockheed Martin Corp. 3Q Earnings

Lockheed Martin Corp. Tuesday reported that net income declined 28 percent in the third quarter of 2010 compared with the year-ago period as the Bethesda-based defense contractor took charges for the sale of a unit and the costs a voluntary executive ... (Source: Birmingham Business Journal 2010-10-19T12:27:31Z)

iHome's iA100 iPad stereo speaker system now on sale for $199

Took 'em long enough, huh? iHome's iA100 was actually introduced way back in July, and at the time, it was essentially the only iPad-friendly home stereo system on the planet. Now, iHome has a bit of friendly competition out there, but at least it's ... (Source: engadget 2010-10-20T08:37:16Z)

Delta, AMR, US Airways report 3Q profits

DALLAS -- Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than-expected ... (Source: Miami Herald 2010-10-21T05:01:20Z)

Lockheed reports drop in profit despite sales bump

Despite an increase in sales, Lockheed Martin reported Tuesday that its third-quarter profit fell 28 percent, due in part to the cost of an early-exit program for executives. The Bethesda defense contractor reported earnings of $571 million ($1.57 a share ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-10-20T11:29:04Z)

Forum editorial: Re-elect Cramer to the ND PSC

Kevin Cramer's tenure at the North Dakota Public Service Commission has been an education for the commissioner. Kevin Cramer's tenure at the North Dakota Public Service Commission has been an education for the commissioner. He's learned well. He's ... (Source: INFORUM 2010-10-20T06:35:34Z)

Bombardier Announces Cash Tender Offers for its Floating Rate Senior Notes Due 2013 and 8 ...

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO ANY PERSON LOCATED OR RESIDENT IN THE REPUBLIC OF ITALY Bombardier Inc. (TSX: BBD.A) (TSX: BBD.B) today announced the commencement of two separate cash tender offers (each a "Tender Offer" and collectively the "Tender Offers") to ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-10-21T05:44:17Z)

iHome Shipping the iA100 iPad Bluetooth Docking Station

Bluetooth was a rare commodity at Apple a while ago, but now, just about all of the iDevices offer, to various degrees, access to this technology, and for this reason, iHome, a traditional manufacturer of audio accessories for Apple products , has launched ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-10-20T11:36:13Z)

Ciena Completes Sale of $350 Million in 3.75% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2018

Ciena : ® Corporation (NASDAQ: CIEN) today announced the successful closing of its offering of $350 million aggregate principal amount of Convertible Senior Notes due 2018 (the "Notes") sold to qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A ... (Source: PR Inside 2010-10-18T19:23:53Z)

Rivals offer stark contrast for North Dakota PSC

Republican Public Service Commissioner Kevin Cramer and Democratic rival Brad Crabtree agree on one thing: Their ideas on regulating utilities, one of the most important tasks of the North Dakota PSC, couldn't be more starkly opposite. Crabtree favors ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-20T18:52:52Z)

'Hobbit' cast announced by Peter Jackson

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Amid disputes over where The Hobbit movies will be shot, Peter Jackson and the executives behind film have announced the cast for the anticipated two-picture tale. They say Martin Freeman will play hero Bilbo Baggins and Richard ... (Source: USA Today 2010-10-22T03:05:36Z)

Delta, AMR, US Airways post 3Q profits

Airlines can't control the economy, but by limiting the number of seats for sale they are pushing up fares and earning their biggest profits in three years. Delta, US Airways and the parent of American Airlines all posted higher-than-expected earnings for ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-10-20T21:51:50Z)

Change in Directors or Principal Officers, Other Events, Financia

ITEM 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On October 21, 2010, Global Geophysical Services, Inc. (the "Company") announced that Christopher P ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-10-21T23:09:23Z)

Euro higher as German forecasts stronger growth

LONDON (AFP) – The euro rose against the dollar here on Thursday as Germany said that its economy, the biggest in Europe, would grow far faster than expected in 2010, while sterling slumped on weak retail sales data. The European single currency climbed ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-10-21T10:59:14Z)

Saskatchewan rejects BHP takeover of Potash Corp

OTTAWA - Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall on Thursday recommended that Ottawa reject BHP Billiton proposed takeover of Potash Corp, saying it does not provide a "net benefit" to Canadians. "The province of Saskatchewan cannot support the current takeover bid ... (Source: AsiaOne 2010-10-22T01:54:01Z)

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