News 2008-08-16 Andanh.com

Fresh Paint Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:12:37 -0400
Charlie Doerner, Alligator Feature photo

Gator Ride offers students free rides home for fall Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:21 -0400
Members of UF’s Student Senate promoted an effort Tuesday to help students at the nation’s No.1 party school get home safe.

Cornelius Ingram done for season with torn ACL Thu, 7 Aug 2008 22:26:47 -0400
This isn't what Cornelius Ingram had in his mind when he decided to return for his senior year.

Kind of a big deal: Local agent creates two–day music festival Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:10:37 -0400
Pat Lavery has done it all. He has played a prominent role in Gainesville’s music scene since the late ‘90s, working his way up from going to shows and meeting bands to working at a local radio station to starting his own booking agency called Glory Days Booking.

‘Swing Vote’ fails to win over audience with hazy plot Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:51 -0400
Just in time for our own election season, “Swing Vote” enters theaters and, like most politicians, tries hard to reflect the thoughts and feelings of the average American.

Lollapalooza ‘08: Music and mayhem in the windy city Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:13:25 -0400
“We’re from Oakland, Calif., but we love Chicago,” was the sentiment echoed by Zach Rogue after his band, Rogue Wave, ended their first song for Lollapalooza 2008. As tens of thousands descended upon Grant Park, it was hard to imagine anyone disagreeing with the statement. Lines were long and seat–saving situations grew tense, even downright nasty as the Chicago sun began to set. But these moments couldn’t ruin the eventful and eclectic weekend of music.

Reznor extends hand that feeds with new album release Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:13:52 -0400
Feeling the pinch yet? Getting squeezed at the pump? Gouged at the grocery store? Not to worry. While Congress waffles over another round of stimulus checks and Sen. John McCain whets the collective petroleum appetite by dangling a gas tax holiday just out of reach of this nation’s penny–pinching fingertips, Nine Inch Nails is actually offering a whiff of wallet–sparing practicality.

Codependency doesn’t make couples cute Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:14:31 -0400
As part of the follow–up to my first article, I thought I would continue to talk about codependency because if you have full love for yourself, you won’t be codependent.

Juicy Campus through the ages Wed, 6 Aug 2008 23:19:25 -0400

Bush, Cheney deserve impeachment Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:11:26 -0400
Given their Nixon–esque polling numbers, it’s safe to say that President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney are not exactly the most popular pair to grace 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. In fact, only about 25 percent of people think our feckless leader is doing a good job. Incidentally, the same percentage of people predicted that the second coming of Jesus would occur in 2007. I’ve got a hunch that there’s a lot of overlap in those two groups.

Darts & Laurels Thu, 7 Aug 2008 02:12:18 -0400
You could best describe the current mood at the Department of Darts and Laurels as ambivalent. Summer classes have finally come to an end, and we’re stuck somewhere in between nostalgia and euphoria.

Correction: New Gainesville Resort to Pamper Pets Thu, 7 Aug 2008 20:54:57 -0400
Pet Paradise does not offer veterinary services. The Alligator reported otherwise on July 31.

Updated: Dix wins bronze medal in Beijing Sat, 16 Aug 2008 16:10:00 EST
Jamaica's Usain Bolt set a world record, but the Florida State All American wasn't far behind him.

Posey, Giants agree to deal just before deadline Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:36:00 EST
Buster Posey had a way of delivering late-inning drama during his Florida State and he was at again late Friday night.

Malfunctioning elevator belt prompts evacuation of FAMU building Sat, 16 Aug 2008 20:56:00 EST
The Tallahassee Fire Department was called to Florida A&M University's science and research center at Pershing Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Saturday night because of a smell of something burning.

FSU football update: Carr has big day Sat, 16 Aug 2008 20:04:00 EST
No jump balls.

Police say man stole items by tricking Tallahassee convenience-store clerk Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:54:00 EST
A man was arrested this morning after police say he stole items from a Tallahassee convenience store by pretending that a Winn Dixie card was a credit card and then fled in a stolen car.

Man chased 15-year-old boy with knife, Tallahassee police say Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:11:00 EST
Tallahassee police say a 15-year-old boy tried to break up a fight between two men Friday night only to have one of them come after him with a knife.

GOP leaders tell party faithful to ignore Democrat party's registration numbers Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:49:00 EST
ORLANDO -- Florida Republican Party Chairman Jim Greer told GOP activists Saturday not to worry about voter-registration trends favoring the Democrats or claims that Sen. John McCain represents "a third term" for President Bush.

TPD cuts nine crossing guard sites due to overlap, budget cuts Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:06:00 EST
The Tallahassee Police Department has eliminated nine crossing guard positions, citing budget concerns, as public schools open Monday.

Updated: Dix wins bronze medal at Summer Olympics Sat, 16 Aug 2008 08:36:00 EST
Coach Bob Braman watched Walter Dix excel on collegiate track's biggest stage year after year. Although his eight-time NCAA champion had never competed in a world championship before, Braman was confident that Dix could do something big at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games. The FSU graduate did just that in the event that is not his strongest. Dix ran a personal best of 9.91 today to earn a bronze medal in the 100 meters at the Olympics. "One could make the case that Walt's the most clutch performer on the U.S. squad," said Braman, whose FSU men's teams have won three consecutive NCAA outdoor titles. "He runs his best on the biggest stage. He always has. "It's pretty amazing." Dix became just the second former FSU male track athlete to win a medal at the Olympics. Walter McCoy was a member of the winning 4x400 relay in the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles. Three former FSU women have won medals in track and field at previous Olympic Games -- Marita Payne, representing Canada in 1984, Michelle Finn in 1992 and Kim Batter in 1996. "I couldn't be more satisfied," Dix said after the race. "I came there and medaled. I didn't start the way I wanted to but I came on strong at the end." Dix was the lone American among the medalists — joining winner Usain Bolt of Jamaica and runner up Richard Thompson of Trinidad and Tobago. Bolt broke his own world record in the event with a stunning 9.69 that probably could have been even better if he had not started celebrating during the final 20 meters. "Fantastic for Walt," said Braman, "and good for Florida State. "Not a horrible start but a fantastic finish. He caught everybody except Bolt who was gone. He almost caught Thompson (the NCAA 2008 champ from LSU) at the wire and beat Asafa Powell." Braman was forced along with other track and field fans to turn to the Internet to watch the 100 meter finals live. NBC and its related-networks chose to televise the Olympic tennis, the Argentina-Netherlands soccer game, the USA in basketball and an info-commercial. Even before that, Braman didn't believe Dix was receiving enough love from the network of the Olympic Games. "Bob Costas didn't mention his name one time," Braman said. "It was the two Jamaicans against Tyson Gay." But it was Dix who won a medal. Gay, who injured his hamstring in the 200 meters at the Olympic Trials, did not reach the finals on Saturday. Next up for Dix is the 200 meters, which gets under way on Monday. He also has a good shot at being named to the 4x100 relay team.

Updated: Tropical Storm Fay weaker but still projected to strengthen Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:02:00 EST
Tropical Storm Fay is expected to stregthen and possibly make landfall as a hurricane Tuesday in Florida.

Scrimmage sparks FSU's fire Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:37:00 EST
Christian Ponder knows what's at stake.

Chiles grad dies at Fort Hood Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:36:00 EST
Tallahassee resident Debbie Dowd had only been home from work a short time Tuesday evening when two Army officers rang her doorbell.

Teacher-contract negotiations to begin Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:51:00 EST
The Leon Classroom Teachers Association is beginning its negotiations with district officials regarding teacher contracts.

Police say 9 reports of broken car windows in northwest Tallahassee may be related Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:39:00 EST
Police today received nine reports of broken car windows in northwest Tallahassee.

FSU coaches, admins thrilled by Dix's medal Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:33:00 EST
It was when the competition was at its fastest and the stakes were the highest that Florida State track and field coach Bob Braman knew he could count on Walter Dix to find that extra gear the elite sprinters possess.

Tallahassee police cite woman after car crash into building Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:31:00 EST
A 20-year-old woman was cited on a charge of careless driving when police say she crashed into a Tallahassee apartment building early this morning.

Tallahassee ice cream store clerk robbed overnight Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:16:00 EST
A clerk at Bruster's Real Ice Cream was robbed Friday night after closing up, Tallahassee police said.

Tallahassee police say man grabbed officer in groin area Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:02:00 EST
A 50-year-old man was arrested early this morning when Tallahassee police say he grabbed a male officer's groin to evade arrest.

FSU harnesses creative research into jobs Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:45:00 EST
Florida State University's Office of Research and Economic Development is using such tools as a high-powered microscope and classroom training research to turn study into jobs.

FSU professor offers advice on treating students who stutter Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:37:00 EST
The first week of school can be extra tough for people who stutter, as some Tallahassee children and parents know — and as some former stutterers remember from their classroom days.

Hoffman evidence sealed for 45 days Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:37:00 EST
A Leon circuit judge ruled Friday to keep evidence in Rachel Hoffman's murder closed to the public for 45 days.

Plans previewed to reinvigorate St. Marks Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:50:00 EST
Plans for the redevelopment of St. Marks are going full steam ahead.

Residents, businesses on St. George Island told to conserve power Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:50:00 EST
Residents, renters and merchants on St. George Island are being asked to conserve power as much as possible until the four power poles that were knocked down in Apalachicola Bay by a waterspout Wednesday are replaced by next week.

City budget could cut 24.5 positions Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:50:00 EST
The city of Tallahassee released a proposed budget Friday that contains $3.3 million in cuts and eliminates 24.5 positions, 14.5 of which are filled.

Updated: Back-to-school event attracts thousands Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:48:00 EST
A massive school-supplies giveaway today at the Jake Gaither Community Center attrached thousands of people. Getting pens, paper, crayons and binders for free in time for the start of the school year was the highlight, but that was not all there was to it. Families were treated to free food and live entertainment from the Rickards High School marching band and the Boys' Choir of Tallahassee. "In the midst of the rain, it's working out really well," said Ramon Alexander, regional co-chair of the Big Bend Region Mentoring Initiative, which put on the event in partnership with the city of Tallahassee. The center's main entrance was converted into a mini barber shop, where children could get their hair cut at no cost. Another room was reserved for doing braids. "Being that haircuts for kids are now $10 a piece, I took advantage of it," said Ericka Law, who brought her three children to the event. The center's gym was a madhouse, packed with families waiting in line for school supplies. But to get the freebies, families had to get vouchers signed by visiting at least eight of the informational booths, said organizer Melinda Harris. The booths were outside under blue-striped tents and featured information about local colleges, non-profit organizations and businesses. "We want them to know what is available to them," Harris said. The organization also had a booth set up to recruit mentors. The goal of the iniative is to recruit 4,000 black mentors by 2010. The organization advertised for the event with public-service announcements and fliers and by visiting open houses at local schools, but many people heard about the event by word of mouth, Harris said. "Our goal hear is to serve," she said. Janice Iverson heard about the event from her neighbor. She stood in the gym, her arms weighed down by plastic bags filled with school supplies, while her two children waited in line to have their faces painted by a woman dressed as a clown. She said: "It's just a great event for those who are unfortunate and can't get all this stuff."

Local Briefs Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:29:00 EST
Tallahassee

FAMU QB Lee has big upside Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:33:00 EST
There's inexperienced. And then there's inexperienced.

FSU cornerback Carter hopes for healthy year Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:38:00 EST
The cornerback not only could afford to put on a few pounds, he needed to for his final season. Injuries kept him from starting just two of the past 39 games, but impact with bigger wide receivers has left Carter nicked up throughout his FSU career.

Foreclosure pinching Tallahassee Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:46:00 EST
Foreclosure. It's the word no one wants to utter these days. The process — or the possibility of it — has become a reality for many Big Bend residents in the wake of last year's credit crunch.

Florida CFO seeks relief from foreclosures Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:46:00 EST
Florida Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink created a 12-organization action team Friday to ensure Floridians get all the foreclosure assistance available through recent passage of the federal Housing and Economic Recovery Act.

Small Business Association rolls out resources for business education Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:47:00 EST
With school starting Monday, the academic pursuits of our youngsters are beginning anew. Hopefully, they exhausted their activity lists for the summer, are fighting off boredom and find themselves ready for a return to the classroom.

Go back in time to the groovy old days of 1968 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:38:00 EST
Scholars have called 1968 the year that rocked the world. But it was also the year the world rocked.

Here's what's happening this weekend Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
The Tallahassee Rollergirls fierce Capital Punishment roller-derby squad takes on The Hustlers (from Texas) when the "Scar Wars: Episode 1" bout gets rolling at 7 p.m. Saturday at the North Florida Fairgrounds. There will be live music by Knock Galley West during halftime. Tickets are $11 advance and $13 at the doors, which open at 6 p.m. For more, visit www.tallahasseerollergirls.com.

FAMU kickers under microscope Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:30:00 EST
Head coach Joe Taylor was only joking when he suggested to special-teams coach Juan Vasquez that he might have to make arrangements for three kickers to travel with the FAMU football team this season.

FSU soccer in top form early Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:42:00 EST
Sure, it might be early.

FSU's Stidham wins Cape Cod MVP Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:41:00 EST
Florida State second baseman Jason Stidham had a break-out performance in the Cape Cod League championship series, and was named the MVP on Thursday.

Fla. GOP warned public opinion low Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:47:00 EST
ORLANDO — A national Republican pollster warned Florida GOP activists that public sentiment is running against their party on key economic issues Friday and said the presidential race is going to be incredibly close.

Supporters of Amendment 5 say they'll appeal ruling to remove measure from ballot Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:48:00 EST
Supporters of Amendment 5, the $8 billion property tax-swap proposal, said they will file notice Friday that they intend to appeal a Leon circuit judge's ruling that stripped the measure from the Nov. 4 ballot.

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