Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / September 21, 2010, 2:41 pm

Spartan Motors sells South Carolina assets

CHARLOTTE - Spartan Motors Inc. sold off the assets of its Road Rescue subsidiary in Marion ... Crimson Fire and Spartan Chassis," President and CEO John Sztykiel said in a statement. Spartan lost $2.6 million, (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-09-21T08:00:04Z)

Pandora Holding Owners Said to Seek $1.6 Billion in IPO of Danish Jeweler

Pandora is owned by private-equity company Axcel A/S, the company's founders, and management members. A $1.7 billion share sale would make Pandora Denmark's biggest IPO since the Danish government in 1994 sold a ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-09-07T13:45:57Z)

Congressman Jesse Jackson, Jr. denies Blagojevich allegations

... Jesse Jackson Jr. denies a report that he told a businessman to offer Rod Blagojevich millions of dollars in exchange for ... Chicago Alderman Sandi Jackson. Sandi Jackson has said both she and her husband are ... (Source: KTNV 2010-09-21T19:48:44Z)

Report: Pandora launches IPO, up to $2.16B in stock

... Pandora set a preliminary 175 to 225 Danish kroners-per-share range ... Axcel, and Pandora's founding family. The JA New York jewelry shows are the premier international jewelry events that bring exhibitors and ... (Source: National Jeweler 2010-09-20T19:14:08Z)

ENERGY STAR Rebate Program to Return Later this Month

... Pat Quinn announced Thursday, September 9, that Illinois residents now have a second chance to receive a discount on their purchase of ENERGY STAR-qualified ... and appliances," said Illinois Department of ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-09T19:55:49Z)

Illinois residents: Receive discount on Energy Star purchase

Pat Quinn announced recently that Illinois residents ... Energy Star rebate program helped people save money on nearly 47,000 energy-efficient water heaters, HVAC systems and appliances," said Illinois Department ... (Source: Tribune-Star 2010-09-19T09:28:20Z)

Art Horizons cited, fined by OSHA

BATESVILLE — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is proposing $228,320 in penalties for 34 safety and health violations found at Art Horizons Inc. in Batesville. In March, OSHA ... (Source: Mississippi Business Journal 2010-09-20T14:49:17Z)

Pirates' bye week comes at perfect time

GREENVILLE — After starting out the season right off the bat with two ... first road game of year against an angry Virginia Tech team, East Carolina ... drastic as the unit abandoned the zone schemes that made the ECU ... (Source: Washington Daily News 2010-09-21T06:12:42Z)

OSHA Nails Picture Frame Maker for Combustible Dust Hazards, More

OSHA is proposing $228,320 in penalties for 34 safety and health violations found at Art Horizons Inc. in Batesville, Miss. In March, OSHA initiated a follow-up to a 2008 inspection at Framed Picture ... (Source: Occupational Health Safety 2010-09-21T07:02:48Z)

Americans want deficit cut even in tough economy

The sour public mood and low approval ratings for Obama have helped move Republicans into position to make big gains in Congress, where they are threatening to gain control of the House of Representatives ... (Source: Town Hall 2010-09-21T17:04:06Z)

Former Hearst-Davies mansion for sale at $95 million

the onetime Beverly Hills home of publishing magnate William Randolph Hearst and actress Marion Davies, which ... acres on a hilltop above the Beverly Hills Hotel. Built by banking executive Milton Getz, the H-shaped ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-21T07:24:17Z)

Sun-Times report spells big trouble for Jesse Jackson, Jr.

Sandi Jackson: Rep. Jesse Jackson, Jr. and I are Talking About Running for Mayor of Chicago * Sneed: New gig for Rod Blagojevich : Blago — who is desperate to support his family and fund additional lawyers for his ... (Source: The Capitol Fax Blog 2010-09-21T16:13:59Z)

Pandora Owners Said to Seek $1.6 Billion From Jeweler's IPO

Pandora is owned by private-equity company Axcel A/S, the company's founders, and management members. A $1.7 billion share sale would make Pandora Denmark's biggest IPO since the Danish government in 1994 sold a ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-07T13:45:57Z)

Savvy Senior: Federal task force recommends health screenings for seniors

... LDL "bad" cholesterol, HDL "good" cholesterol and triglycerides. It should be more frequently if you smoke, have diabetes or a family history. • Colorectal cancer: Begin regular screening at age 50. Your ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-09-21T08:07:14Z)

Factbox: Obama, Republican offer competing economic plans

President Barack Obama and House of Representatives Republican Leader John Boehner on Wednesday offered competing plans to boost the lackluster economy, setting the stage for an intense debate over tax and spending ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-08T16:36:34Z)

CUB Applauds Appliance Rebate Program, Tells Illinois Consumers To Get to Stores ...

Sept. 21 -- /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Tuesday joined Illinois Governor Pat Quinn in reminding Land of Lincoln residents ... Illinois residents used $5 million in rebate funds in ... (Source: Biloxi Sun Herald 2010-09-21T15:38:12Z)

Poll: Americans want deficit cut despite tough economy

... sour public mood and low approval ratings for Obama have helped move Republicans into position to make big gains in Congress, where they are threatening to gain control of the House of Representatives and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-21T17:18:25Z)

Spartan Motors Sells Road Rescue Assets to a Subsidiary of Allied Specialty ...

... Spartan Motors, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPAR) today announced the sale of the assets of its Road Rescue ambulance business for $8 million ... Crimson Fire and Spartan Chassis." Spartan Motors expects to record the sale in ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-20T12:40:26Z)

Calcium report causes controversy

I had what my doctor called a mild heart attack ... LDL and HDL numbers. I am slim, I eat right, and I exercise. Why did I have this heart episode? Could it have been a result of my calcium supplements? A. (Source: The Spokesman-Review 2010-09-21T06:55:39Z)

NorthWestern, Consumer Counsel offer settlement for rate case

NorthWestern Energy, the ... NorthWestern lawyer Jason Williams asked to delay them until Tuesday afternoon, giving commissioners a chance to review the proposed settlement. PSC Chairman Greg Jergeson, D-Chinook, (Source: Independent Record 2010-09-21T06:41:20Z)

Hearst-Davies estate in Beverly Hills is for sale, much cheaper

... Hearst and actress Marion Davies ... Beverly Hills Hotel and comes with staff accommodations, a security cottage, a separate two-bedroom apartment and a two-story, four-bedroom gatehouse. Built by banker Milton ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-09-21T19:34:25Z)

Shaker pitcher commits to East Carolina

... Clippers into a scholarship offer from the Pirates at East Carolina University. Hoffman, a pitcher, confirmed Monday that he had accepted an offer from ECU after visiting the campus in Greenville, N.C. over the ... (Source: Troy Record 2010-09-21T08:14:23Z)

Spartan Motors sells ambulance business for $8M

... Spartan Motors Inc. said Monday it sold its ambulance business to a subsidiary of Allied Specialty Vehicles Inc. for $8 million. Spartan Motors said the sale of Road Rescue ... Crimson Fire and Spartan Chassis ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-20T17:33:55Z)

Storied Beverly Hills Mansion for Sale

... Hearst and his lover, actress Marion Davies – is now on the market for $95 million ... Built in the 1920s by banking executive Milton Getz, Davies purchased the Mediterranean mansion in 1946 for $120,000. (Source: Wall Street Journal 2010-09-20T16:15:11Z)

Feds: Jesse Jackson Jr. asked fund-raiser to help Blagojevich, pay for ...

Jesse Jackson Jr. directed a major political fund-raiser to offer former Gov. Rod Blagojevich millions of dollars in campaign cash in ... Sandi Jackson (7th), also has been mentioned as a possible mayoral candidate, (Source: Chicago Sun-Times (blog) 2010-09-21T16:06:50Z)

NWE, Counsel to settle rate case

HELENA — NorthWestern Energy ... NorthWestern lawyer Jason Williams asked to delay them until Tuesday afternoon,  giving commissioners a chance to review the proposed   settlement. PSC Chairman Greg Jergeson, (Source: Montana Standard 2010-09-21T08:50:11Z)

NorthWestern, Montana Consumer Counsel seek settlement on energy rates

HELENA - NorthWestern Energy ... NorthWestern lawyer Jason Williams asked to delay them until Tuesday afternoon, giving commissioners a chance to review the proposed settlement. PSC Chairman Greg Jergeson, (Source: Missoulian 2010-09-21T05:01:07Z)

Hoffman headed to ECU

... Clippers into a scholarship offer from the Pirates at East Carolina University. Hoffman, a pitcher, confirmed Monday that he had accepted an offer from ECU after visiting the campus in Greenville, N.C. over the ... (Source: Troy Record 2010-09-21T10:44:43Z)

OSHA fines Art Horizons Inc. for alleged violations

BATESVILLE — The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed penalties of $228,320 for Art Horizons Inc. in Batesville for 34 alleged safety and health violations. OSHA said in a news ... (Source: Jackson Clarion-Ledger 2010-09-20T18:16:52Z)

Medical outreach van to offer free screenings in September

A lipid profile including the breakdown of cholesterol into HDL, LDL and triglycerides is offered ... Patients should take all of their regular medicines as directed by their doctor. The schedule for September is as ... (Source: Anderson Independent-Mail 2010-09-07T20:48:18Z)

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