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Deals of the Hour / September 9, 2010, 11:40 pm

'Feeling Badly', James Otto Cancels Two Gigs

Country music singer James Otto has ... the excitement of baby Ava's arrival". As a result of his illness, Otto has scrapped his weekend gigs on September 11-12 in Clarksville, Tennessee and Berea, Ohio. Otto says he ... (Source: AceShowbiz 2010-09-09T06:41:15Z)

Suspect in custody in strip club shooting

... robbery in the shooting death of Terry Stephenson, DeKalb police spokeswoman Mekka Parish said Wednesday. Stephenson, 49, was shot repeatedly outside the entrance of Pin Up's, located just east of Decatur on E. (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-09-09T04:10:55Z)

Man who fought for Destin strip club found dead outside Atlanta club

DeKalb County police spokeswoman Mekka Parish says 49-year-old Terry Stephenson was shot repeatedly outside the entrance of Pin Up's, located just east of Decatur. Stephenson, who fought for more than a year to have ... (Source: Destin Log 2010-09-08T14:42:02Z)

BIEBER COLLAPSED FROM FATIGUE - REPORT

JUSTIN BIEBER's hectic tour schedule left him so exhausted last ... The Baby hitmaker had to pull out of his planned appearance at the New York State Fair in Syracuse on 29 August (10) due to a mystery illness. (Source: PR Inside 2010-09-08T18:38:15Z)

Man held in fatal shooting at Ga. strip club

Police say 49-year-old Terry Stephenson was shot to death on Tuesday outside his club, Pin Up's, just east of Decatur. DeKalb police spokeswoman Mekka Parish says Stephenson was on his way to deposit the club's ... (Source: Washington Examiner 2010-09-09T15:09:29Z)

Justin Bieber Collapsed From Fatigue?

Justin Bieber's hectic tour schedule left him so exhausted last ... The Baby hitmaker had to pull out of his planned appearance at the New York State Fair in Syracuse on 29 August (10) due to a mystery illness. (Source: Post Chronicle 2010-09-09T14:12:13Z)

Country singer James Otto hospitalized in Tennessee

... James Otto is hospitalized in Nashville. He was admitted to an area hospital Tuesday for an abdominal illness and is canceling his weekend shows in Clarksville, Tenn., and Berea, Ohio ... excitement of baby Ava' (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-09-09T05:29:40Z)

The Eurozone pact with the Devil and its risks

... made a Faustian pact with the Devil foregoing their economic freedom in exchange rates and monetary policy tempted by easy credit and EU transfer ... several EZ members like Greece, Ireland and Portugal are ... (Source: Gerson Lehrman Group 2010-09-09T20:53:05Z)

Justin Bieber Collapsed Before Canceling Syracuse Concert

A source claims that Justin Bieber was 'super sick' on the night he was ... The "Baby" hitmaker had to pull out of his planned appearance at the New York State Fair in Syracuse on August 29 due to a mystery illness. (Source: AceShowbiz 2010-09-09T04:53:52Z)

Homes on fire after explosion in San Bruno, Calif.

SAN BRUNO, Calif. (AP) — A massive fire burned homes as it roared through a mostly residential neighborhood in the hills south of San Francisco following a loud explosion ... down a hill away from the flames ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-09-10T04:59:51Z)

Gov. Chris Christie will attend Iowa event for gubernatorial candidate Terry Branstad

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Republican New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie will campaign for Iowa gubernatorial candidate Terry Branstad in October. Christie is a former federal prosecutor who became one of the ... (Source: Morris County Daily Record 2010-09-08T14:13:24Z)

NJ Gov. Christie plans to campaign in Iowa

Chris Christie ... Iowa, the state with the nation's first presidential caucus that makes it a destination for those with big political aspirations. Christie is headlining an Oct. 4 event to raise money for Terry ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-08T22:13:00Z)

Guard Ohioans' Right to Privacy

Ohioan Crystal Bowersox made quite a splash on the "American Idol" television show ... Joseph Wurtzelbacher) gained prominence when he questioned then-candidate Barack Obama. Several state employees used confidential ... (Source: Wheeling News-Register 2010-09-10T05:14:09Z)

Pastor Terry Jones Calls Off Koran(Quran) Burning Event-Iman Muslim Group to Move ...

In a surprise move, a once-defiant Pastor Terry Jones of the Dove World Outreach Center in Gainesville, Florida, has called off his plans of a Koran (Quran) burning event. Jones says he had been in prayer ... (Source: Gather.com 2010-09-09T22:33:18Z)

Emmis Backs Out of Deal

... Emmis Communications Corp. (Nasdaq: EMMS) Chief Executive Officer Jeff Smulyan will not be taking the company ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. At the special meeting of Emmis shareholders ... (Source: Inside Indiana Business 2010-09-09T13:36:25Z)

Pastor Terry Jones Cancels Koran Burning; Claims Deal Reached to Move Ground Zero ...

... Barack Obama (who called the proposed Koran-burning a "stunt") to Sarah Palin (who condemned the book-burning as "Un-American") and was put under extraordinary ... The Federal Bureau of Investigation, (Source: Associated Content 2010-09-10T00:20:40Z)

Pastor Terry Jones says Quran-burning suspended, not canceled

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The anti-Muslim leader of a tiny Florida church says he was lied to and is rethinking his decision to cancel burning Qurans to mark 9/11. Pastor Terry Jones earlier Thursday had ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-09-10T04:59:51Z)

Sideshow: So long, Larry. Hello, Piers.

... James Otto , 37, was admitted to a Nashville hospital Tuesday for what has been described only as "an abdominal illness." The "Soldiers & Jesus" singer has canceled his weekend concerts in Clarksville, Tenn ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-09-09T17:25:29Z)

JS Acquisition Announces Termination of Acquisition Deal with Emmis ...

... Emmis Communications (Nasdaq: EMMS ). The purchase price proposed by JS was $2.40 per Emmis common share ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. At the special meeting held at 8:30 a.m., local time, (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-09-09T12:46:19Z)

When Irish Bonds Are Crying

... Greece looked like it hit the skids and it appeared they were headed for default! And worries surrounded countries with the acronym PIIGS (Portugal ... Ireland may be the next PIIG to dip in the trough of the EU' (Source: FXStreet.com 2010-09-09T03:56:36Z)

Otto hospitalized, cancels shows

... James Otto is hospitalized in Nashville. He was admitted to an area hospital Tuesday for an abdominal illness and is canceling his weekend shows in Clarksville, Tenn., and Berea, Ohio ... excitement of baby Ava' (Source: News-Leader.com 2010-09-09T11:41:53Z)

Several homes on fire after massive explosion in San Bruno, Calif.

SAN BRUNO, Calif. (AP) -- A massive fire burned homes as it roared through a mostly residential neighborhood in the hills south of San Francisco following an explosion ... with flames reaching as high as 60 feet in ... (Source: Lowell Sun 2010-09-10T03:05:19Z)

(Video) Pastor Terry Jones Says Quran Burning Planned, Even Hero Pres. George W ...

... Chris Matthews on 'Hardball,' Pastor Terry Jones Said Request to Desist from Burning Quran Would Go Unheeded Pastor Terry Jones of the Dove World Outreach Center in Gainesville, Florida, talked with Chris ... (Source: Associated Content 2010-09-09T20:10:08Z)

NJ governor is heading to Iowa — but not because he wants to be president ...

Chris Christie ... Iowa, the state with the nation's first presidential caucus that makes it a destination for those with big political aspirations. Christie is headlining an Oct. 4 event to raise money for Terry ... (Source: San Francisco Examiner 2010-09-08T22:20:10Z)

James Otto hospitalized

... James Otto ... Clarksville, Tenn. and 9/11 in Berea, Ohio. I have been feeling badly on and off for a while now but didn't think it was serious. Plus, I may have been a bit distracted by all the excitement of ... (Source: Country Standard Time 2010-09-08T22:20:10Z)

Greek Deals Hidden From EU Probed as Bonds Show Doubt

... Ireland ... Portugal, because of higher yields and as those governments push to reduce their deficits. The fiscal crisis turned attention to currency swaps arranged by Goldman Sachs Group Inc. that helped Greece (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-08T11:14:27Z)

Austan Goolsbee gets top White House econ job

a research associate for the National Bureau of Economic Research, a research fellow for the American Bar Foundation, a columnist for the New York Times, and an economic advisor to Barack Obama. … "Goolsbee spent ... (Source: Politico.com 2010-09-10T04:52:41Z)

Hot M&A Stock Deals of the Day (STN, SNY, EMMS, MMM)

Emmis Communications (Nasdaq: EMMS). The purchase price proposed by JS was $2.40 per Emmis common share ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. To Subscribe to daily free stock newsletter visit: http://www. (Source: Transworld News 2010-09-09T16:21:04Z)

San Bruno Fire Leaves Many Critically Injured, Homes Destroyed

... suspected Pacific Gas and Electric gas line explosion that occurred at about 6 p.m. on Sept. 9 in San Bruno, Calif ... close to the San Francisco International Airport south of San Francisco. Flames were said to ... (Source: Insurance Journal 2010-09-10T05:42:47Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 9, 2010, 10:40 pm

Saints' Reggie Bush refutes report about giving back Heisman Trophy

METAIRIE, La. — Saints running back Reggie Bush was a sought-after interview today after Yahoo! Sports reported Tuesday the Heisman Trophy Trust was "expected" to strip the former Southern California ... (Source: Pioneer Press 2010-09-08T17:40:59Z)

Wind-fed fires besiege Detroit

Detroit Mayor Dave Bing defended a stretched Fire Department on Wednesday and its response to what he termed "a natural disaster," after wind-whipped flames destroyed dozens of occupied and abandoned ... (Source: Arkansas Online 2010-09-09T10:51:47Z)

Body of missing swimmer found in Guadalupe River

New Braunfels Fire Marshal Patrick O'Connell said Thursday that the 23-year-old man's body was found in the swollen Guadalupe River in New Braunfels ... and many Texas residents said they felt unprepared for ... (Source: News On 6 2010-09-09T23:09:05Z)

Reggie Bush to be stripped of Heisman, report says

Sunnyvale, CA (Sports Network) - Former Southern California star Reggie Bush will reportedly be stripped of the Heisman Trophy he won in 2005. According to Yahoo! Sports, the Heisman Trophy Trust is close to ... (Source: KSDK 2010-09-07T14:43:13Z)

Saints' defense rises to the occasion on opening night

... first Super Bowl ... Saints coach Sean Payton said in an even, passionless tone when it was over. "We'll take it, and move on to the next one." The Saints led the NFL with 510 points last year, with Drew Brees ... (Source: Victoria Advocate 2010-09-10T04:52:41Z)

Gas Line Explosion Cause Massive California Fire

San Bruno Fire Chief Dennis Haag tells KPIX-TV that he believes a high-pressure gas line blew just after 6 p.m. Thursday ... Live television footage showed more than a dozen homes destroyed, with flames reaching as ... (Source: KTVN.com 2010-09-10T05:07:00Z)

California judge says 'don't ask, don't tell' is unconstitutional

District Judge Virginia Phillips granted a request for an injunction ... Phillips said the policy doesn't help military readiness and instead has a "direct and deleterious effect" on the armed services. The lawsuit ... (Source: Long Beach Press-Telegram 2010-09-10T05:07:00Z)

Homes on fire after explosion reported in San Bruno, California

... San Bruno is burning in a hillside area a few miles from San Francisco International Airport, prompting speculation that the blaze was sparked by a plane crash. But ... Witnesses say a loud explosion was felt ... (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-09-10T03:26:47Z)

Heisman Trophy Trust says no decision has been made regarding Reggie Bush

Earlier today, Charles Robinson and Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports reported that the Heisman Trophy Trust will eventually conclude that Saints running back Reggie Bush should give up the 2005 version of the ... (Source: NBC Sports 2010-09-07T21:24:05Z)

Morning Sickness Won't Go Away

so this review was meant to find at least one efficient method of getting rid of morning sickness. Lead researcher Dr Anne Matthews, of the School of Nursing at Dublin City University in Dublin Ireland, said that ... (Source: Softpedia 2010-09-08T07:32:32Z)

Breaking News: Gas Line Explosion Blamed for Fire in San Bruno Neighborhood

SAN BRUNO ... Witnesses say a loud explosion was felt just before the flames erupted around 6 p.m. Thursday. The fire is burning in a hillside area a few miles from San Francisco International Airport, sparking ... (Source: San Diego 6 2010-09-10T04:31:13Z)

Detroit mayor calls fires 'natural disaster'

DETROIT (AP) - Detroit Mayor Dave Bing praised the fire department for responding to what he termed "a natural disaster" as wind-whipped flames destroyed dozens of homes across the city. Bing says ... (Source: WLAJ 2010-09-09T16:42:32Z)

Gas line fire rages in San Francisco suburb

engulfing at least a dozen homes Thursday evening and forcing the evacuations of families, state and local officials said. San Bruno Fire Chief Dennis Haag told KPIX-TV that he believes a high-pressure gas line blew ... (Source: Statesman Journal 2010-09-10T04:38:22Z)

Saints 'D' Shuts Down Favre, Vikings in Win

NEW ORLEANS | Drew Brees and the Saints extended ... in which the Saints took an overtime win to advance to their first Super Bowl. It was the lowest-scoring victory of the Sean Payton era, which began in 2006. (Source: The Ledger 2010-09-10T04:24:03Z)

Giants down Padres to being key series

Aubrey Huff went 3-for-4 with a two-run shot, while Buster Posey also hit a two-run homer. Juan Uribe and Pat Burrell added solo blasts for San Francisco, which has won five of six. PARMA -- A man pursued by local ... (Source: WKYC 2010-09-10T05:14:09Z)

Judge Says "Don't Ask Don't Tell" Policy Unconstitutional

District Judge Virginia Phillips said Thursday she will issue ... Phillips says the policy doesn't help military readiness and instead has a "direct and deleterious effect." The Log Cabin Republicans filed the ... (Source: WNCT 2010-09-10T04:38:22Z)

MLB: San Francisco 7, San Diego 3

Aubrey Huff went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run for the Giants, who won for the fifth time in their last six games. Buster Posey hit a two-run home run and Juan Uribe and Pat Burrell each had a solo shot for San ... (Source: United Press International 2010-09-10T05:07:00Z)

Winds push fire through 2 dozen homes

... fires were scattered through at least three neighborhoods, including along several blocks on the east side. The National Weather Service reports wind gusts of up to 50 mph. Detroit Fire Department ... a blaze at ... (Source: Traverse City Record-Eagle 2010-09-08T11:21:36Z)

Saints Beat Vikings 14-9 In Tough NFL Opener

NEW ORLEANS (AP) ― Drew Brees completed 27 of 36 ... in which the Saints took an overtime win to advance to their first Super Bowl. It was the lowest-scoring victory of the Sean Payton era, which began in 2006. (Source: WCCO 2010-09-10T04:38:22Z)

National League Game Summary - San Francisco at San Diego

Aubrey Huff went 3-for-4 with a two-run shot, while Buster Posey also hit a two-run homer. Juan Uribe and Pat Burrell added solo blasts for San Francisco, which has won five of six. (Source: WKYC 2010-09-10T04:59:51Z)

Treatments don't pan out for morning sickness

LOS ANGELES -- New research reported yesterday suggests that women can do little about morning sickness other than ... Anne Matthews of the School of Nursing at Ireland's Dublin City University reported yesterday in ... (Source: Columbus Dispatch 2010-09-09T11:49:03Z)

Study: No safe remedy for morning sickness

Morning sickness can be one of the most miserable parts of pregnancy ... Anne Matthews of the School of Nursing at Ireland's Dublin City University reported in the Cochrane Library, a prestigious source of research ... (Source: Lexington Herald-Leader 2010-09-09T12:10:31Z)

Detroit: Downed power wires blamed for dozens of fires

according to Detroit Fire Department Capt. Steve Varnas. "There's no fire bug here," Varnas said, surveying the damage from a blaze on the city's east side that had claimed at least 17 structures. " (Source: Reno Gazette 2010-09-08T05:38:00Z)

Downed Power Wires Blamed In Some Detroit Fires

said Detroit Fire Department Capt. Steve Varnas surveying the damage from a blaze in the area of Van Dyke and 7 Mile that had claimed at least 17 structures. "Throughout the whole city, the same thing is happening ... (Source: FireFighting News.com 2010-09-08T12:11:43Z)

Bing says fires burning in Detroit a 'natural disaster'

DETROIT - Detroit Mayor Dave Bing and Fire Commissioner James Mack on Wednesday defended the handling of a rash of fires that swept through dozens of city neighborhoods. Bing said the combination of 50 mph ... (Source: Lansing State Journal 2010-09-09T17:04:01Z)

Expanded Web Coverage of Neighborhood on Fire Near San Francisco

... San Bruno Fire Chief Dennis Haag tells KPIX-TV that he believes a high-pressure gas line blew just after 6 p.m. Thursday ... Live television footage showed more than a dozen homes destroyed, with flames reaching ... (Source: WGRZ TV 2010-09-10T04:45:32Z)

Judge: U.S. military's ban on openly gay members is unconstitutional

District Judge Virginia Phillips said today she will issue ... Phillips says the policy doesn't help military readiness and instead has a "direct and deleterious effect." The Log Cabin Republicans filed the ... (Source: Argus Leader 2010-09-10T03:05:19Z)

Update: Witnesses say missing swimmers were swept over dam

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas -- Officials say the search for two men who went missing while swimming in the Guadalupe River is now considered a recovery operation. New Braunfels Police and Fire Departments were called the ... (Source: WOAI 2010-09-09T16:49:42Z)

Fire roars through San Bruno neighborhood south of San Francisco after massive ...

... San Bruno a few miles from San Francisco International Airport, prompting speculation the blaze was sparked by a plane crash. Federal Aviation Administration ... Witnesses say a loud explosion was felt just ... (Source: Thecalifornian.com 2010-09-10T03:12:28Z)

Baldwin man drowns trying to save friend in Texas

Derek Clemens drowned in the Guadalupe River near San Antonio ... Authorities in New Braunfels, Texas recovered his body Thursday afternoon. Derek Clemens moved to Texas three weeks ago for an apprentice job as a ... (Source: WZZM 13 2010-09-10T04:09:44Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 9, 2010, 9:41 pm

Halozyme to offer 8.3 million shares

... is offering 8.3 million shares of its common stock and will use the proceeds for general corporate needs and to support further research and development of its product candidates. San Diego-based Halozyme is ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-08T21:58:41Z)

Youzhny survives Wawrinka to advance in U. S. Open

NEW YORK — It would have been easy for Mikhail Youzhny to give in to distraction during Thursday ... but it paid off as Youzhny outlasted Stanislas Wawrinka , 3-6, 7-6 (9-7), 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, at Arthur Ashe Stadium. (Source: Stamford Advocate 2010-09-10T04:09:44Z)

When Irish Bonds Are Crying

... Greece looked like it hit the skids and it appeared they were headed for default! And worries surrounded countries with the acronym PIIGS (Portugal ... Ireland may be the next PIIG to dip in the trough of the EU' (Source: FXStreet.com 2010-09-09T03:56:36Z)

Zombies to fill brains at University of Baltimore

... back and offer up a new course that will be available at the University of Baltimore: Zombies 101. As part of the advanced English course, students will learn about zombies from Arnold Blumberg , a renaissance ... (Source: CNET News 2010-09-07T23:54:24Z)

SunTrust Announces Patricia Frist to Retire From Board of Directors

... FirstCall/ -- SunTrust Banks, Inc. (NYSE: STI - News) announced today that Patricia C. Frist has decided to retire from the company's Board of Directors effective ... and so many dedicated and talented executives. I wish ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-09-09T21:00:14Z)

Texas and Big 12 Capsules: Pass-happy Big 12 boasts nation's top 3 rushers

Kansas State's Daniel Thomas and Oklahoma's DeMarco Murray pulled off a rare trifecta in the opening weekend of the season, becoming only the fifth trio in conference history to rush for 200 yards apiece on the same ... (Source: Brownsville Herald 2010-09-09T08:07:09Z)

Vikings, Saints will kick-off the NFL season

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints' first Super Bowl title was so big in New Orleans that Mardi Gras, a revered local institution dating back well more than a century, became popularly known as, "Lombardi ... (Source: Cedartown Standard 2010-09-09T22:33:18Z)

Saints Top Vikings In NFL Opener

NEW ORLEANS (Indiana's NewsCenter) - Drew Brees threw for 237 yards and a touchdown in leading the Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints to their season opening 14-9 win over the Minnesota Vikings ... (Source: Indiana's News Center 2010-09-10T03:55:25Z)

Casey's Confirms Discussions with 7-Eleven

... BUSINESS WIRE)--Casey's General Stores, Inc. ("Casey's") (NASDAQ: CASY - News ) today ... communication will be reached on terms that the Casey's Board of Directors (the "Board") will determine are ... (Source: Yahoo Finance 2010-09-09T23:37:43Z)

Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. Investigates WPCS International Incorporated Going Private Offer

BusinessWire - Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. announces that it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of WPCS International Incorporated ("WPCS" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:WPCS ... (Source: Forbes 2010-08-27T18:52:29Z)

Obama vs. who? President picks a foil

W ASHINGTON — John Boehner ... President Barack Obama seems set on making him one. Obama gave Boehner a major cameo in his speech outside Cleveland on Wednesday, attaching a name and a face to the Republican ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-09T23:37:43Z)

Greek Deals Hidden From EU Probed as Bonds Show Doubt

... Ireland ... Portugal, because of higher yields and as those governments push to reduce their deficits. The fiscal crisis turned attention to currency swaps arranged by Goldman Sachs Group Inc. that helped Greece (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-08T11:14:27Z)

Halozyme Therapeutics Announces Public Offering of Common Stock

SAN DIEGO , Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: HALO) today announced that it is offering to sell 8.3 million shares of its common stock pursuant to an effective shelf registration ... (Source: SmartBrief 2010-09-09T15:16:38Z)

Pass-happy Big 12 boasts nation's top three rushers

Kansas State's Daniel Thomas and Oklahoma's DeMarco Murray pulled off a rare trifecta in the opening weekend of the season, becoming only the fifth trio in conference history to rush for 200 yards apiece on the ... (Source: The Oakland Press 2010-09-09T05:29:40Z)

Youzhny, Nadal reach U.S. Open semis

Mikhail Youzhny and eight-time major titlist Rafael Nadal won their quarterfinal matches on Thursday at the 2010 U.S. Open. Nadal, the world No. 1, handled eighth-seeded Fernando Verdasco ... seeded Stanislas Wawrinka (Source: KSN.com 2010-09-10T03:12:28Z)

Emmis Backs Out of Deal

... Emmis Communications Corp. (Nasdaq: EMMS) Chief Executive Officer Jeff Smulyan will not be taking the company ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. At the special meeting of Emmis shareholders ... (Source: Inside Indiana Business 2010-09-09T13:36:25Z)

Thomas & Betts Corporation Board of Directors Authorizes Stock Repurchase Program

Thomas & Betts Corporation (NYSE:TNB) today announced that the company's board of directors ... dilution from employee stock compensation plans," said Dominic J. Pileggi, chairman and chief executive officer. " (Source: PR Inside 2010-09-01T22:49:56Z)

The Eurozone pact with the Devil and its risks

... made a Faustian pact with the Devil foregoing their economic freedom in exchange rates and monetary policy tempted by easy credit and EU transfer ... several EZ members like Greece, Ireland and Portugal are ... (Source: Gerson Lehrman Group 2010-09-09T20:53:05Z)

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)

New Orleans Saints defeat Minnesota Vikings in NFL season opener

NEW ORLEANS - Drew Brees and the Saints extended New Orleans' post-Super Bowl euphoria for at least another week and handed Brett Favre a second straight loss in the Louisiana Superdome. Brees completed 27 ... (Source: AZCentral.com 2010-09-10T04:09:44Z)

White House Makes Boehner A Household Name

If you haven't heard of House Minority Leader John Boehner before, President Barack Obama is trying to change that. The Ohio Republican could take over the speakership if the GOP succeeds in winning a majority of ... (Source: Vermont Public Radio 2010-09-09T20:45:55Z)

JS Acquisition Announces Termination of Acquisition Deal with Emmis ...

... Emmis Communications (Nasdaq: EMMS ). The purchase price proposed by JS was $2.40 per Emmis common share ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. At the special meeting held at 8:30 a.m., local time, (Source: StreetInsider.com 2010-09-09T12:46:19Z)

Youzhny Overcomes Wawrinka In Epic Clash At U.S. Open

... Mikhail Youzhny reached his second U.S. Open semi-final Thursday with a grueling 3-6 7-6 (9-7) 3-6 6-3 6-3 quarter-final win over Swiss No.2 Stanislas Wawrinka ... and eighth seed Fernando Verdasco on 'Super ... (Source: RTT News 2010-09-10T03:41:06Z)

Exploring the undead: University of Baltimore to offer English class on zombies

Those questions and others will be laid to rest -- and then gruesomely revivified -- in a new 300-level course at the University of Baltimore titled "Media Genres: Zombies." Arnold Blumberg , a lifelong ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-09-08T20:47:06Z)

Hot M&A Stock Deals of the Day (STN, SNY, EMMS, MMM)

Emmis Communications (Nasdaq: EMMS). The purchase price proposed by JS was $2.40 per Emmis common share ... 40 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. To Subscribe to daily free stock newsletter visit: http://www. (Source: Transworld News 2010-09-09T16:21:04Z)

Empire Resorts Announces Changes to Its Board of Directors

MONTICELLO, N.Y. - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Empire Resorts, Inc., (NASDAQ: NYNY) today announced that G. Michael Brown has resigned as Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors effective immediately due to ... (Source: Newsblaze.com 2010-09-09T15:02:19Z)

Hazolyme hopes to raise more than $60 million in stock sale

Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. San Diego biotechnology firm Halozyme said Thursday that it will sell 8.3 million shares of common stock to the public for $7.50 a share, a 6-percent discount off the ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2010-09-09T21:00:14Z)

Latest Mid-America sports:, KSM

Pass-happy Big 12 boasts nation's top 3 rushers STILLWATER ... Kansas State's Daniel Thomas and Oklahoma's DeMarco Murray pulled off a rare trifecta in the opening weekend of the season. They're only the fifth trio ... (Source: KSPR.com 2010-09-09T09:33:03Z)

Brains in the classroom: University of Baltimore offers course about zombies

The University of Baltimore is offering a new class on the undead. The course is being taught by Arnold Blumberg, the author of a book on zombie movies, "Zombiemania," and the curator of Geppi's ... (Source: York Daily Record 2010-09-09T08:50:06Z)

Community Bankers Trust Corporation Announces Management Changes and Expense ...

... Bank (the "Company") (NYSE ... Chief Executive Officer of the Company and Essex Bank, has stepped down from those positions, effective immediately.  The Company announced further that the Board of Directors has ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-09-09T23:52:02Z)

Deals of the Hour / September 9, 2010, 8:41 pm

Halozyme Therapeutics Announces Public Offering of Common Stock

SAN DIEGO , Sept. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: HALO) today announced that it is offering to sell 8.3 million shares of its common stock pursuant to an effective shelf registration ... (Source: SmartBrief 2010-09-09T15:16:38Z)

Gov. Rounds requests flags at half staff Thursday in honor of fallen soldier

... all flags in the state be flown at half staff on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, in honor of U.S. Army Capt. Dale Goetz. Goetz, of the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo., was one ... (Source: Mitchellrepublic.com 2010-09-08T22:27:19Z)

New York Senate leader John Sampson backs Ed Koch reforms agenda

Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch said Wednesday that state Senate leader John Sampson has joined ... But he told Koch in May the Democrat-led Assembly already passed many of the reforms his organization seeks and ... (Source: Syracuse Post-Standard 2010-09-08T23:31:45Z)

GOP calls on Conway to return state salary while fund-raising outside Ky. [The Lexington Herald ...

... Kentucky Republican Party Chairman Steve Robertson called on Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Jack Conway on Tuesday to reimburse the state ... Senate nominee Rand Paul "is trying to distract from the fact that he ... (Source: Insurance News Net 2010-09-01T08:30:57Z)

White gives Perry grief over budget management

... the approach taken by Rick Perry," White said. This latest spat in the gubernatorial race began when Democratic state Sen. Kirk Watson asked state Comptroller Susan Combs to provide a revenue update soon for ... (Source: MySanAntonio 2010-09-09T04:53:52Z)

NY Senate leader backs Koch reforms

AP) - Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch said Wednesday that state Senate leader John Sampson has ... But he told Koch in May the Democrat-led Assembly already passed many of the reforms his organization seeks and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-08T19:14:03Z)

Hazolyme hopes to raise more than $60 million in stock sale

Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 2 p.m. San Diego biotechnology firm Halozyme said Thursday that it will sell 8.3 million shares of common stock to the public for $7.50 a share, a 6-percent discount off the ... (Source: San Diego Union-Tribune 2010-09-09T21:00:14Z)

4 Ohio State Starters Return To Face Tough Schedule

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Coming off a season in which they shared the Big Ten's regular-season title and won the tournament championship, and had the national player of the year, the Ohio State Buckeyes face a challenging men's ... (Source: WHIO TV 2010-08-27T14:49:06Z)

Cruise passengers stranded in Newfoundland

Cruise West says on its website that it will continue to operate its U.S. ships through October. That includes sailings from Seattle and Portland, as well as tours already underway in Alaska. No word yet on what will ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-09T18:44:14Z)

NY Senate leader Sampson backs Koch reforms agenda

AP) — Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch said Wednesday that state Senate leader John Sampson has ... But he told Koch in May the Democrat-led Assembly already passed many of the reforms his organization seeks and ... (Source: Post-Journal 2010-09-09T15:09:29Z)

Oakland added to Ohio State hoops schedule

COLUMBUS -- Ohio ... Buckeyes previously had released their schedule, but then added Oakland, a record 20th game at home. It will tip off at 8 p.m. Ohio State will play 31 regular-season games before the 2011 Big Ten (Source: Zanesville Times Recorder 2010-09-09T10:51:47Z)

Poll: Rand Paul Pulls Ahead Of Kentucky Attorney General

Frankfort, KY, United States (AHN) - GOP Senate candidate Rand Paul has pulled ahead of Kentucky Attorney General Jack Conway, according to a new poll. SurveyUSA's latest poll has Paul ahead 55 percent to 40 percent ... (Source: All Headline News 2010-09-06T22:36:51Z)

Battle Over Sunken Schooner Back in Court

... of water about 20 miles off the western New York coast. Northeast Research of Massachusetts laid claim to the vessel in 2004, hoping to raise it and preserve it in a giant display tank on Buffalo's waterfront. (Source: WGRZ TV 2010-09-09T14:26:32Z)

Mass. higher ed commissioner critical of cuts

B OSTON - The state's higher education commissioner says continued cuts to public colleges and universities ... Commissioner Richard Freeland criticized state legislators on Wednesday for cutting funds to the state ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-09T10:37:28Z)

Traffic stop leads to arrest on drug charges

... State Police spokesman says a state trooper found 104 pounds of marijuana when he made a traffic stop south of Klamath Falls. Lt. Gregg Hastings says a Ford Explorer driven by 29-year-old Oscar Cruz of Yakima, (Source: Statesman Journal 2010-09-09T02:45:01Z)

Yakima man caught with 104 pounds of marijuana during traffic stop

... State Police spokesman says a state trooper found 104 pounds of marijuana when he made a traffic stop south of Klamath Falls. Lt. Gregg Hastings says a Ford Explorer driven by 29-year-old Oscar Cruz of Yakima, (Source: Olympian 2010-09-09T13:57:54Z)

White promises monthly state budget updates

... the approach taken by Rick Perry," White said. This latest spat in the gubernatorial race began when Democratic state Sen. Kirk Watson asked state Comptroller Susan Combs to provide a revenue update soon for the ... (Source: Herald Democrat 2010-09-08T21:08:35Z)

White promising monthly state budget updates

... the approach taken by Rick Perry," White said. This latest spat in the gubernatorial race began when Democratic state Sen. Kirk Watson asked state Comptroller Susan Combs to provide a revenue update soon for the ... (Source: El Paso Times 2010-09-08T18:52:34Z)

Cruisewest begins restructuring, selling assets

Cruise West, a small-ship cruise line founded in Alaska, announced Wednesday it is selling off assets and taking other steps to restructure the company. The Seattle-based company said earlier this week it ... (Source: Anchorage Daily News 2010-09-09T03:49:27Z)

GOP calls on Conway to return state salary while fund-raising outside Ky.

... Kentucky Republican Party Chairman Steve Robertson called on Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Jack Conway on Tuesday to reimburse the state ... Senate nominee Rand Paul "is trying to distract from the fact that he ... (Source: Lexington Herald-Leader 2010-09-01T07:55:09Z)

Halozyme to offer 8.3 million shares

... is offering 8.3 million shares of its common stock and will use the proceeds for general corporate needs and to support further research and development of its product candidates. San Diego-based Halozyme is ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-09-08T21:58:41Z)

Ore. traffic stop yields 104 pounds of marijuana

... State Police spokesman says a state trooper found 104 pounds of marijuana when he made a traffic stop south of Klamath Falls. Lt. Gregg Hastings says a Ford Explorer driven by 29-year-old Oscar Cruz of Yakima, (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-09T21:21:43Z)

Flags At Half Staff For Fallen Soldier

... asks that all flags in the state be flown at half staff today (Thursday) from 8 a.m. until sunset, in honor of U.S. Army Capt. Dale Goetz. Goetz, of the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colo., was one of ... (Source: Yankton Daily Press 2010-09-09T06:19:46Z)

Higher ed commissioner critical of cuts

com) - The state's higher education commissioner says continued cuts to public colleges and universities ... Commissioner Richard Freeland criticized state legislators on Wednesday for cutting funds to the state's 15 ... (Source: My Fox Boston 2010-09-09T11:13:15Z)

State judge considers fate of Lake Erie shipwreck

... about 20 miles off the western New York coast. There was no immediate action from the judge. Northeast Research of Massachusetts found the schooner and wants to raise and preserve it for display on Buffalo's ... (Source: Observer Today 2010-09-09T21:36:02Z)

NY judge considers fate of Lake Erie shipwreck

... of water about 20 miles off the western New York coast. Northeast Research of Massachusetts laid claim to the vessel in 2004, hoping to raise it and preserve it in a giant display tank on Buffalo's waterfront. (Source: msnbc.com 2010-09-09T13:22:06Z)

Massachusetts higher ed commissioner Richard Freeland critical of cuts to ...

BOSTON (AP) — The state's higher education commissioner says continued cuts to public colleges and universities are forcing institutions to choose between affordability and quality while "placing the future of the ... (Source: Union-News & Sunday Republican 2010-09-09T12:03:22Z)

With 5 starters returning, Ohio State opens play Nov. 12, starts Big Ten action ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Seeking a seventh consecutive Big Ten title, the Ohio State women's basketball team opens conference play on Dec. 30 at rival Michigan. The Buckeyes host games against 2010 NCAA tournament ... (Source: Cleveland News - Fox 8 2010-09-08T21:22:54Z)

Washington State at 1 A.M.,

CRUISE WEST Seattle-based Cruise West, known for Alaska voyages, says it's getting new owners. MAN PINNED Man rescued after head pinned between wheel, frame of front-end loader in Sunnyside. SUNCADIA RESORT REMAINS ... (Source: WNCT 2010-09-08T13:08:59Z)

Flags at half-staff today

All flags in the state will be flown at half-staff today from 8 a.m. to sunset in honor of U.S. Army Capt. Dale Goetz, formerly of South Dakota. Goetz, a member of the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson ... (Source: Aberdeen News 2010-09-09T09:47:22Z)

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