News 2008-08-07 Andanh.com

SG, Naval ROTC to offer partner program for runners Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:32:47 -0400
UF’s Student Government and the UF Naval ROTC are working together to help students feel safe enough to run after dark.

Gateway of Champions opens at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:32:56 -0400
It was a humble debut for the gateway that will welcome 92,000 rowdy fans in just a few weeks.

Local businesses, residents jump on green bandwagon Tue, 5 Aug 2008 03:01:52 -0400
This story is the second in a three-part series on the trend of "going green."

UF in India program gives UF students rural experience Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:36:36 -0400
Sitting outside of a coffee shop, Hanna Moerland sipped from a cup of tea and reflected on her state of reverse culture shock.

Getting to know Gators Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:42:35 -0400
Erin Green, Alligator Feature photo

Faculty and union file grievances Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:41:53 -0400
Eight UF faculty members have filed grievances against the UF administration concerning faculty layoffs and program mergers.

Machen accepts invitation to serve as a delegate in Iran for the fall Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:43:24 -0400
UF President Bernie Machen might be among many Gators packing their bags for a study abroad stint this fall.

The Righteous Kind: Professor and band balance work and rock Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:02:56 -0400
For quite some time, Charles Ray Martin’s life equation was out of balance. Somewhere along the line, he had lost touch with his passion for music, and he became more focused on his career in the chemistry field.

“X–Files” movie will leave you wanting to forget Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:05:37 -0400
Don’t expect awards for “X–Files: I Want to Believe.” This extremely disappointing thriller lacks the sense of urgency and the satisfying, yet open–ended, conclusions that made the TV show a hit.

Accepting yourself the first step to great sex Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:03:15 -0400
I thought very long and hard about what I could write to my fellow Gainesvillians about sex. What could I write on this highly charged, controversial topic?

Bernie & Iran: Best Friends Mon, 4 Aug 2008 20:26:16 -0400

Guns on campus would prevent tragedies Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:49:23 -0400
About a month ago, Florida’s new “guns–at–work” law went into effect. The law allows employees with valid concealed weapons licenses to keep their guns in their cars while at work.

For God’s Sake: UF shouldn’t recognize discriminatory fraternity Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:57:23 -0400
Last week, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued an injunction compelling UF administrators to officially recognize an organization that openly discriminates against people based on their religion or irreligion, as the case may be, as well as on the basis of gender.

Misplaced Priorities: Fla. universities should shun political hires Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:58:07 -0400
In the July 29 editorial entitled “Misplaced Priorities: Fla. universities should shun political hires,” we erroneously stated that Florida House Speaker Marco Rubio does not hold an advanced degree. He holds a juris doctor degree from the University of Miami.

RattlerNews Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:13:00 EST
FAMU football starts workouts

SciGirls approach is diverse, practical Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:58:00 EST
The SciGirls are young, intelligent and love science just as much as any boy.

LCSO: Fleeing man leaves behind pound of marijuana Wed, 06 Aug 2008 10:44:00 EST
A pound of marijuana was discovered in someone's car, after the driver crashed the car and ran away from a deputy, according to the Leon County Sheriff's Office.

Updated: Florida attorney general files lawsuit against Quincy-based company Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:54:00 EST
Florida's attorney general, Bill McCollum, today filed a lawsuit against a Quincy-based Internet advertising company that on Tuesday was raided by the U.S. Secret Service and called a "massive Internet-based wire-fraud scheme" by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia.

local news Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:41:00 EST
Did we see you at TPD's National Night Out?

Fiscal eclipse? Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
On the bright side of a gloomy economic picture, one might posit that the Sunshine State has been through ups and downs before and emerged with steady, sometimes robust revenue streams to support an array of public services.

Seminoles report for preseason Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:54:00 EST
With a setting sun as their backdrop, a trio of Seminoles squeezed what was left of their summer preparation on Tuesday. This would be a last opportunity to hone their skills in the tranquility of a Tallahassee evening that will be replaced by the din of preseason practice that begins on Thursday.

FAMU names Carrington new swim coach Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:06:00 EST
Douglas Carrington, the assistant swim coach at Florida A&M for the past four years, has been named the head coach.

We want to know: Share with us your Olympics excitement Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:16:00 EST
The Tallahassee Democrat is working on a story about the Summer Olympics in Beijing, which kick off Friday night (Eastern time).

Have you or your child suffered from stuttering? Wed, 06 Aug 2008 13:26:00 EST
We are looking to hear from Tallahassee residents who have suffered from stuttering as a child . We also want to hear from residents who may have a child, espcially a young child, who is suffering stuttering. K-12 Education Reporter TaMaryn Waters would like to hear from readers for an upcoming story. Please contact her at 850-599-2162 or tlwaters@tallahassee.com.

Bob Gabordi's Blog: Singling out reporter at McCain stop was mistake Wed, 06 Aug 2008 10:10:00 EST

cakes Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:37:00 EST
Check out reader-created cakes

McCain campaign apologizes to reporter Wed, 06 Aug 2008 07:19:00 EST
John McCain's presidential campaign has apologized for a Friday incident that denied access to a Tallahassee Democrat reporter.

Five TPD officers in Hoffman case on leave with pay Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:54:00 EST
The supervisors and lead officer in the botched drug sting that ended in informant Rachel Hoffman's death have been placed on administrative leave with pay by the Tallahassee Police Department.

Tallahassee native seeks elusive medal in judo Tue, 05 Aug 2008 23:54:00 EST
BEIJING — There is no truth to rumors that Brian Olson eats strained peas at the Olympic Village or that he reserved a walker for Opening Ceremonies.

To grandmother's house we went Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:02:00 EST
This past weekend I went to my Grandma's house for a short trip. My uncle was there, too, and one thing I like the most about having my uncle around us is the stories he tells.

The joys of finding home and the treasures of the past Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:01:00 EST
Last issue, I wrote about looking for a new rental house after learning I need to move out of my current home by the end of the month. No, I am not being evicted. Our lease is up and our landlord is letting a relative move in.

Local white squirrels are not albinos Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:57:00 EST
The first time I saw a white squirrel sprinting across the Tallahassee Museum's deer habitat, Alice's White Rabbit came to mind. But unlike Alice's dream, this vision was real.

Give up the bottled-water habit to help the environment Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:44:00 EST
Over the past few years, I've been jolted into changing my lifestyle in small ways. Maybe Al Gore's "An Inconvenient Truth" kicked me in the behind and said, "What are you waiting for?" Or maybe the changes began when my daughter laid a beautiful red-haired grandson in my arms and my connection to the future of a burned-up planet became less abstract. Whatever the reason, I finally started to consider the impact of my habits on the environment.

More retail development set for SouthWood Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:45:00 EST
Another proposed retail development is slated to open in eastern Tallahassee in 2010.

TMH: Woman dragged by garbage truck still in fair condition Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:01:00 EST
The 59-year-old woman who was dragged about 40 feet by a garbage truck Tuesday is still in fair condition, according to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

TPD: Convenience store robbed early this morning Wed, 06 Aug 2008 09:22:00 EST
A man robbed the Circle K at 1900 Capital Circle N.E. early this morning, according to the Tallahassee Police Department.

Lincoln High's Byrd commits to Nebraska Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:00:00 EST
DeAndre Byrd became the first of what is expected to be a host of Lincoln High football players to announce his college decision when he opted for Nebraska.

FAMU football opens camp with speed drills Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:49:00 EST
The Rattlers had their first team meeting Monday evening. They will spend this week easing into the preseason in anticipation of the Aug. 30 season opener, at home against Alabama State.

Garbage truck drags pedestrian Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:48:00 EST
A woman was dragged in the street about 40 feet by a city of Tallahassee garbage truck Tuesday morning after a bag she was carrying got caught on the front bumper.

Letters to the Editor Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
Where's Mr. Mahoney's sense of humor?

School board candidates race toward District 1 and District 2 seats Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:44:00 EST
Candidates vying for Leon County School Board seats in Districts 1 and 2 will have to grapple with a number of issues if they're elected, from budget cuts and under-enrolled schools to the need for more parental involvement.

Freshman Clayton looking to add spark to 'Noles Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:11:00 EST
"Why not?" Chasity Clayton figured.

Zing! Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
If I get pulled over for speeding in Tallahassee, maybe I can talk the police into letting me go if I help them catch other speeders.

2 Bakers concoct homegrown granola Tue, 05 Aug 2008 16:37:00 EST
Diana Padgett is a self-confessed cereal fanatic. It must run in the family — her sister is crazy about the stuff, too.

Tour-hardened soldier opens up to fellow passenger Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:11:00 EST
On a recent flight from Tallahassee to Charlotte, I ended up sitting next to someone I immediately identified as either a Marine or airborne/ranger even though he was in civilian clothes.

Tour Magical Oxford: From Narnia to Harry Potter Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:10:00 EST
Augie Soder experienced a magical two weeks in Oxford, England, this summer with his grandmother (me) through an international Elderhostel Programme.

NFC senior chosen to participate in summer 'Broadway Boot Camp' Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:10:00 EST
Katelyn Fiorini , who is entering her senior year at North Florida Christian School, was chosen to attend Broadway Theatre Project this summer at the University of South Florida in Tampa.

FSU grad student receives $15K scholarship from P.E.O Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:10:00 EST
Kimberly Van Orden , a Florida State University graduate student, has received a scholar award for $15,000 from P.E.O., a philanthropic education organization devoted to the education of women.

Party performers study advanced techniques Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:10:00 EST
BJ's Party House performers have completed their fourth year of professional international study with the best face, body and hair artists in the world at the recent conference in Orlando.

PACT performers on the move Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:09:00 EST
The Performing Arts Center of Tallahassee will reopen at its new location, 2028 North Point Blvd., in September. Classes at begin on Sept. 2, and registration is going on now. The grand opening will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 23.

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