Boomerang: The Mosque Controversy And Other Immigration Excesses
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:51:19 -0700
There is growing Islamophobia engulfing the country combined with a rise in xenophobia, http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,2011798,00.html . The Islamophobia has been unleashed as a result of the unfortunate controversy over the Islamic center and mosque that will be built within two blocks of Ground Zero. Much has been written about this controversy, but ...
Local, State Briefs
Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:34:24 -0700
Steve Gallo has ended his court challenge of the results of the July 27 Democratic primary for the Tulsa County Commission District 1 seat.
Arson suspect headed back to B’ville
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 22:42:36 -0700
Former restaurant owner and arson suspect Robert Boyce will soon be on his way back to Washington County to face charges stemming from a fire that destroyed the historic former May Brothers building in downtown Bartlesville last year.
Missing woman found dead in domestic violence case
Mon, 30 Aug 2010 18:00:03 -0700
Police say it appears Loni "Amber" Turner's ex-boyfriend shot and killed her before turning the gun on himself.
Four get second interviews in Sturgeon Bay police chief search
Sat, 28 Aug 2010 02:22:07 -0700
To prepare this overview of the four finalists for Sturgeon Bay police chief, the Door County Advocate asked Jennifer Moeller, chairwoman of the Fire and Police Commission, for the application materials submitted by the candidates. Moeller denied the request.
State Rep candidates talk Destin, fishing closure (MUGS and ELECTION GUIDE)
Sat, 21 Aug 2010 09:05:05 -0700
With Tuesday’s Primary Election just days away, The Log asked the candidates running for U.S. Representative, 2nd Congressional District to share their thoughts on some Destin related issues. Here are the candidates voters will find on the ballot:...
FWC Report - August 21, 2010
Fri, 20 Aug 2010 11:12:48 -0700
This report represents some events the Northwest Region of FWC handled from Aug. 6 to Aug. 12; however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. ESCAMBIA COUNTY Four officers worked a detail targeting drugs and...
City goes with Cape Air
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:38:06 -0700
AUGUSTA — A new airline, Cape Air, is the city’s choice to take over commercial flights at the Augusta State Airport. City councilors voted unanimously late Thursday night in favor of switching to Cape Air, dropping long time carrier Colgan Air.
MEXIDATA . INFO
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:04:41 -0700
Democratic and constitutional order continues to elude many Latin American nations, and difficulty remains in finding governments of national unity. Much of the chaos and disarray attributed to asymmetric threats continuing to be imposed by non-state actors challenging government’s vulnerabilities.
Health Events 0819
Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:00:00 -0700
Healthy happenings
Obama mosque remarks cheered, jeered
Sat, 14 Aug 2010 21:14:54 -0700
The president insists that he supports religious freedom, not necessarily the controversial mosque.
Clearwater woman charged with DUI manslaughter in July accident
Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:07:13 -0700
Times staff Friday, August 13, 2010 CLEARWATER Woman faces DUI charge in fatal accident A 28-year-old Clearwater woman is accused of driving drunk when she turned in front of a motorcyclist, causing an accident that killed the man in July, authorities said. Lacy Smithson of 2275 Beverly Lane was arrested Thursday on a charge of DUI manslaughter. Clearwater police said toxicology tests revealed ...
Past arrest on molestation trips up 'Wheelie King' in Safety Harbor
Thu, 12 Aug 2010 18:06:59 -0700
By Rodney Thrash, Times Staff Writer Thursday, August 12, 2010 SAFETY HARBOR — Thomas Edward Lynch, a registered sex offender and former star wheelchair athlete who didn't disclose his past with supporters of an upcoming world record-setting feat in Safety Harbor, swore on Wednesday that he was innocent. He said his accuser was a marijuana dealer and extortionist who preyed on him. He said he ...
Pasco Crime Tracker
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:08:55 -0700
CRIME TRACKER This crime index is published in an effort to help residents keep track of crime in their neighborhood and to promote public safety. Below is a listing of crimes handled by the Pasco County Sheriff's Office from July 18 through 24 arranged by ZIP code. These are crimes that have been investigated by deputies and don't reflect unfounded calls for service.
Attempt in Safety Harbor to break Guinness World Record draws sex offender
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:07:52 -0700
By Rodney Thrash, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, August 11, 2010 SAFETY HARBOR — Late Wednesday, Rodger Baker had to sit down with children as young as 8 years old and tell them the New Port Richey man they know as the "Wheelie King" is a registered sex offender. WKID-FM 96.7, a Clearwater radio station owned and operated by kids, is scheduled to do a live broadcast Saturday of Thomas Edward ...
DCF officials changing the way they assess "failure to protect" cases
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:01:43 -0700
Advocates for battered women praise new direction child welfare agency is taking Valerie Rodriguez told police her husband has choked her unconscious, rammed a gun into her eye, pointed a pistol at her, struck her in the head with the weapon, and most recently, shot their teenage son in the head.
Clearwater man charged after raid on Conn. grow house
Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:05:01 -0700
Times staff Tuesday, August 10, 2010 Canterbury, Conn. Clearwater man charged after drug raid A Clearwater man and three others were arrested in Connecticut on Monday, accused of operating an elaborate marijuana grow house, authorities say. Arrested were Sisouk Phravixay, 56, of Clearwater; Thomas Phravixay, 40, of Canterbury, Conn.; Richard Houghtaling, 47, of Danbury, Conn.; and William Eichin ...
Where St. Lucie candidates stand on the issues
Sat, 07 Aug 2010 16:40:00 -0700
Where St. Lucie County candidates stand on the issues.
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