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Tuesday, 04/10/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Hometown Hero: Mitch Paige
Intersection upgrades will take 2 years
Radar 'busts' speeding drivers
Status of manatee likely to change
Schools' woes not unique
Takei treks to KSC, promotes diversity
Condo controversy could reach its height tonight
Melbourne to vote on a 'town' within the city
Holy Trinity senior earns coveted honor
Fishermen spend 30 hours in life raft | video
Civilian safely aboard space station

SPORTS
Hot-shooting Magic blast Bucks
Spikes hopes to make instant impact for UF
Missing their shot
East Coast's best surfers prep for championships

BUSINESS
South Brevard hotels team up
Roadhouse Grill chain sold for $29 million
Orlando firm buys theme parks
Ship sinking brings out varying views on safety

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: An economic engine
Our view: It's turtle time
Your views: Residential round-up
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
Tuesday’s winning Lottery numbers
School board chooses western site
School board terminates
Explorer's charter contract

Officer charged with vehicular homicide
Power restored to 2,200 in Suntree area
Cocoa man indicted in wife’s death
Judge rejects bid to delay Posada bond
Judge on leave after marijuana citation
Art league show runs through April 17
FlaBlaBla: Latin night on 'American Idol'
Cops seek name of pharmacy bandit
Commissioners OK Mims study
Deputies still search for courthouse escapee
Four hurt in crash with school bus
DNA shows Birkhead is baby's dad
3 turned over to Border Patrol after traffic stop
Photographs of evidence released in Nowak case
Many I-95 drivers a fast-paced lot
10 get rabies shots after exposure to bat
Northrop bids on $40B Air Force contract
Girls Gone Wild video founder goes to jail
Police probe carjacking claim at mall
Election-reform plan scraps touch screens
30 arrested in cockfighting sting
Lawmakers ready to deliver stem-cell act
Police: Man took explicit photos of girl
3 robbery suspects caught; one in trash
Panel picks Brevard parks director
Hunt goes on for 2 in Mims slaying
Fans seek pardon for Jim Morrison

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Dear Abby: When dining alone, newspaper a good conversation starter
D.L. Stewart: 'Schmucks!' fires missiles at celebrity targets, specialty coffee
Field narrowed
to 20 singers

Board game makers revamp classics
Florida Tech flaunts feast of French films
Shoot digital video on a budget


Monday, 04/09/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Easter celebrations abound
Old plaza may be site for condos
West site has edge for school
Need for speed a deadly habit
Researcher finds lost records
Schools expand to 7 periods
Tax reform plan could put library in limbo

BUSINESS
Apple Inc. objects to low 'green' rank
Japan gobbles Krispy Kremes
Cell phone TV beginning to catch interested glances
Workplace challenges coming

SPORTS
Schedule now favors Magic
Door is open in UF backfield
'Normal guy' Zach Johnson crashes Masters party
Silvagni wins main event as Easter surf fest closes
Bradley shakes things up
Melbourne Beach surfer defeats Ron Jon teammate
Satellite Beach surfer takes a swing at Australia trip
Boys winner enjoys Cocoa Beach scene
Ron Jon 43rd Easter Surfing Festival
San Diego's Smith defeats an icon

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: No time to waste
Our view: Restoring rights
Your views: Battle lines drawn
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
Warrants issued for 2 in Mims slaying
3 safe after wave sinks boat | video
Radar gun-toting patrol tags speed demons
Tainted food hurt or killed 39,000 pets
Study: Cigarettes, coffee have benefit
Martha Stewart's guy pal aboard ISS
Nelson: Gulf War is hurting
Florida's hurricane readiness

Plane from Orlando crashes in N.C.
Cranky shock jock Don Imus suspended
Brevard to host Olympic boxing trials
Coast Guard intercepts 78 Haitians
City's population growth rate slows
Driver gets in 3 crashes, one fatality
Soldier from Fla. killed in Iraq
Gainesville-Atlanta flight evacuated
Daughter of ex-Miami official shot, killed
Man shot by tot in stable condition
Ex-treasurer's case continued until July
Publix worker killed at loading dock
Feds may downlist manatee protection
Leadership conference planned
Fla. agency to move imperiled tortoises
Hearing in Lisa Nowak case delayed
Miami Heat player charged with DUI
S. Fla. firm to buy Roadhouse Grills
Dozens of animals die in N. Florida fire
Fla. man involved in 3 crashes; 1 fatal
2 Fantasy 5 tickets worth $89,494 each
Weather: Showers, warming trend

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Field narrowed
down to 20

Focus on Seniors: VA offers help for nonservice connected disabilities
Dear Abby: Woman's feelings for shallow man border on obsession
Banana biscotti dog treats
Boo's biscuits
Chicken liver cookies
Veggie bones an alternative dog snack
Correspondent's widow passes on risks of DVT
What's the best food for pets?
'King of Queens' to end its reign


Sunday, 04/08/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Melbourne officer's heroics earn him top cop honor
Surf festival draws huge crowds
Youths go wild for eggs
Fla. not alone in dilemma
Senate gears up for tax talk
Family seeks help from Texas doctor
This food is for the dogs
Sea turtle nesting season begins
Package sparks bomb search
Billionaire's journey begins with a bang

BUSINESS
Real estate: Island living has its challenges
Real estate: 'Like nowhere else'
Experts: Avoid eating at your desk, if possible
Online data targets theft
Business trips now include children
Union label

SPORTS
Building a dynasty
Merritt Island's Haupt playing through pain
'Canes defense shines
Tiger joins the hunt
Magic breeze to win
Atkins would relish return to Orlando
Cubs top Manatees
04/07 softball
Follow the 'N' rule for Stick Marsh bass
Giant bonefish possible record for hemisphere
Local teen wins big at Easter surf fest
Locals stoke shortboard event
Aussie boy wonder dominates paddlers
Domke rules pro skim division
Quintal familiar at home
Bowman becomes showman
O'Shaughnessy owns a record
Ron Jon 43rd Easter Surfing Festival
Spencer grabs air -- and cash

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: A gift of life
Your views: The raging storm
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
One dies after Mims shooting
Motorcycle dust causes fire report
Firefighters snuff barbecue brush fire
Brush fire under control on Merritt Island
Off-duty sheriff's officer thwarts theft
Man faces court in bar break-in
Red flag warning in effect for Brevard
Faithful rise early for Easter
Group plans '50s fundraiser in May
Fla. students on sinking ship tell tales
Hurricane-damaged highway to reopen
N. Fla. shelter fire kills dozens of animals
Rollover means next Lotto jackpot $33M
3 players split Fantasy 5 jackpot
Weather: Partly cloudy, high 68
Satellite Beach boy wins Fee Ave tourney

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Pop princess all grown up
Dear Abby: Only time will tell if husband returns to family
Carolyn Hax: Make your needs clear to anti-social boyfriend
Cyber Trips :Get away to small Connecticut towns
Travel: Virginia center celebrates Civil War naval icon
Holy day in Germany an extravagant experience
Vote for your Brevard Idol favorite
Spotlight: Indialantic celebrates its 55th anniversary
Travel: Big-cat adventure
Easter is all around us
Books: Veteran novelist's new book delves into Civil War
Booknotes: Author shares how children sometimes misinterpret world


Saturday, 04/07/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Purchase of drone hinges on federal OK
Police don't fret over beach-festival crowds
Explorer's time may be up
Conditions favorable for wildfire flare-ups
Osprey zapped on power pole
Bus driver could face trial in May
Judge says documents available
Florida's precious resource -- water
Billionaire space buff hitching ride to station
Fuel tank arrives at KSC

BUSINESS
Real estate: With nature in mind
Alternative stock goes higher in public debut
New tools move runners online
Northrop's mine pods set for test

SPORTS
UF assistant confirms he's joining the Herd
Gators celebrate another title
Nelson's consistency suspect
Manatees rally in 11th to hand Cubs 3-2 loss
Mustangs score big in fifth
High School happenings
Bohne gives Raiders a complete effort
Legend Mimi Munro steals Surf Fest show
43rd Ron Jon Easter Surfing Festival
Moreno, Kelly put on a show | video
Mitchell highlights paddleboard event
Hall of Fame party draws quite a crowd

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: Weekend wrap-up
Our view: Time for fun
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
Cows make mess in Tampa subdivision
Computer accessory sparks bomb search
Cruise executive found dead in hotel
New crew headed to space station
Man walks away from I-95 rollover
Brevard residents hunt for eggs
Fishing pier committee to meet
Bowl-A-Thon raises youth softball funds
Homicide probe under way in Brevard
Beach cleanup geared for turtle nesting
Patrick AFB recognizes volunteers
Carwash raises funds for child cancer care
Today's a day for whale watchers

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Martha Stewart: Know best way to tackle spring tasks
The Super Handyman: Bleach wipes out A/C drain-pan fungus
Keith Winsten: Anything can be considered cute, cuddly in right context
Antiques & Collecting: Some collectibles made for special needs
Project of the Week: Wishing well can refresh backyard retreat
Vote for your Brevard Idol favorite
Dear Abby: Depression, not infidelity likely link to suicide
Billy Graham: Faith helps us to believe Christ rose from the dead
Epcot's fabulous flowers
Backup singers never miss a beat on 'American Idol'


Friday, 04/06/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Palm Bay postpones adult entertainment vote
Courthouse security in question
City eases rules for alcohol establishments
Charter chief says she got the boot
Housing ordinance delayed
Stevenson school expands
1 brother dies; the other is arrested
Scrubs policy raises concerns
Surf Gallery new kid on block
Shuttle tank arrives in Florida
Judge seals Nowak case documents

BUSINESS
Eggs not golden -- yet
Mall curfews limit teen cruising
Mummy ride stopped after passenger discovers bolt; no problems found

SPORTS
Turnovers, inconsistency undermine Magic
Donovan stays, juniors go
Cubs rain on Manatees' opener
Rose, rookie grab first- round lead
Earnhardt Jr. thinks Gordon-Johnson tussle was clean
04/05 softball
04/05 baseball
04/05 boys tennis
04/05 girls tennis
Satellite, Astronaut take titles
'Insane' offshore trip punishing for anglers
Weekend best bets
Wilson soars, but air show grounded | video
Surfer has sax appeal
Kirschenbaum back home -- for a change
Party opens 'new' facility

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: Ravaging our wetlands
Our view: The green light
Your views: Taking to the sky
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
One dead in shooting near Cocoa
Girl survives five-deck fall inside ship
Friday’s winning Lottery numbers
Brevard to hunt Easter eggs Saturday
Palm Bay puts drone on hold
Three arrested in Palm Bay drug raid
Williams applies for NFL reinstatement
Wildlife officials issue alligator warning
Disney opens wedding service to gays
Judge reverses his Nowak ruling
Police seek would-be bank bandits
Titusville Fire Department promotes 8
Police: Man flees business, tries to cash stolen checks
Wildfire threat increases this weekend
Car hits trees, pole, killing man in Micco
Easter services abound in Palm Bay
How will property tax reforms affect you?
Palm Bay officer injured in crash
Titusville escapee still at large
3 Brevard residents hurt in crash
Polo player trampled to death in Fla.
Fugitive believed to be in Palm Bay
Teenage visitor hit by car in Cocoa Beach
Grease fire causes $15,000 in damage
What's opened, closed for Easter
Rockledge receives nature trail grant
Cocoa Beach nixes spending moratorium
Parking fees raised at Shepard Park
Palm Bay OKs parking ticket process
Palm Bay plans drain pipe upgrades

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Dear Abby: Alert parents about sibling assault
Uncle Matty: Diet, exercise best medicine for pets
Scholarships target students into jazz
Vote for your Brevard Idol favorite
Funding a hall of fame
Missing Pinky at home up North
Artist blends realism, abstraction
Renowned guitarist performs then teaches
Brevard's One Street Over pumps up acoustic sound
Jamie Rickett ranks among Brevard's best guitarists
Community centers open doors to teens
Satellite High's jazz band to play at park


Thursday, 04/05/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
West Mel. man charged in brother's death
KSC virtual shuttle ride nears liftoff
Cocoa plans DUI check Friday night
Courts closed Friday for holiday
Palm Bay may ramp up parking enforcement
Security door halts bank robbery
Pineda boat ramp reopening set
Police ID Melbourne drowning victim
Play area planned at Rockledge park
Melbourne planning board meets
Spaceport's fate in voters' hands

BUSINESS
AutoNation CEO receives $4.7 million
WCI board rejects takeover bid
Universal will spend $120M on attractions
Millionaire shares secrets to success
Newspaper honored for business coverage
Spring brings beach business
Best Buy's profits climb; Circuit City falls into red

SPORTS
Masters slow going on first day
Baseball package returns to local cable
UF football player accused of firing rifle
Donovan stays; 4 star players go
Howard, Milicic may face NBA discipline
Masters domination brings Woods, Mickelson together
Manatees open with Cubs tonight
Howard stunned by Garnett's remarks
Magic can't finish off Raptors
Ranked and dangerous
High school happenings
0405baseball
0405 softball
04/06 girls tennis
04/05 boys tennis
Flat seas put end to surf fest event
New events energize Easter Surfing Festival | video

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: Cleaning up charters
Our view: Give them shelter
Your views: The firing range
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
Power outages in Melbourne
Girls Gone Wild takes on judge
Bill would give prostitutes 'rewards'
Man convicted of sex tourism
Sex offenders live under bridge
Bicyclist hurt in Wickham Road crash
Dunes violators elude Brevard deputies
Naked sex offender gets stun-gun zap
How will property tax reform affect you?
Police praise killed officer, an FSU fan
Single ticket takes Fantasy 5 jackpot
Orlando crime crackdown nets 25
Florida Lotto jackpot continues to grow
Bolt halts 'Mummy' ride at Universal
Fla. Cabinet tackles felons' rights today
Activist arrested while feeding homeless
5 arrested in shooting of runaway girls
Weather: Low in 40s this weekend

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Vote for your Brevard Idol favorite
Hollywood hails Halle with star
Dear Abby: Funeral salesman was out of line in soliciting future business
Gory 'Grindhouse' delivers a bloody good time
'Reaping' sows hokey seeds of discontent
Richard Gere charms his way through 'Hoax'
Why blacken fish when broiled fillet is sublime?
Professional wrestler takes turn as smoothie operator
Overwhelmed by oils
Harvest some vibrant Argentinean malbec
We're big on brunch
Crustless Crab Quiche
Mom's Buttermilk Pancakes
Poached Pears with Cranberry Sauce


Wednesday, 04/04/2007

LOCAL NEWS & SPACE
Murder trial stalls as lawyer resigns
Fugitive sex offender sees photo in newspaper, surrenders
School mired in cash crisis
Hurricane expert now anticipates more storms
Leaders ponder short-term rental ban
Students get dose of pirates
Officials: Teacher involved with pupil
Engineer vies for seat on Palm Bay council
Akita is likely to be euthanized
City manager search narrows
Something's cooking in space
Gigantic NASA logo at KSC gets makeover

BUSINESS
Boeing 787 orders soar past 500
EU probes online sales by iTunes
Attendance down, profits up at Universal Orlando
War protesters target Weldon
Weldon seeks support for housing legislation

SPORTS
A Gator Nation celebration
Where do they rank?
A leader off the field
Manatees down Florida Tech, 6-4 | video
Gators shoot way to another NCAA title
UF shut down Buckeyes
Plenty of interest in Gators' coaching staff
Ariza raising his game
Speights plays big role for UF
Horford steps up
04/04 girls tennis
04/04 boys tennis
04/04 softball
04/04 baseball
Satellite's Dariel Jackson is the Female Athlete of the Week
Melbourne's Jae Hasselberger is the Male Athlete of the Week
Baseball statistics
Softball statistics
Two is better

EDITORIAL & OPINIONS
Our view: Truth in voting
Our view: In and out
Your views: Roadway run-down
Your views: Letters to the editor

BREAKING NEWS
Brother faces domestic violence charges
Convicted pastor denied leadership post
Girls Gone Wild founder ordered to jail
Man charged with raping 9-year-old boy
Wednesday’s winning Lottery numbers
Rats invade South Shores
Motorcyclist hurt in Palm Bay
Suspect sought in Cocoa Beach death
Donovan confesses UK may interest him
Grant Hill disses national champs
Adviser on mentally ill inmates named
Fla. murder suspect captured in Vermont
Brevard teacher resigns amid allegations
Man found dead in community pool
Man held on 44 child porn counts
Question for ISS crew? We'll ask it
Cop hurt during UF celebration dies
Police find missing boy riding bike
Long-lost pink elephant may be in Mass.
Juvenile justice boss outlines plans
'Band-Aid Bandit' trial under way
Cops Taser naked sex offender
1 doctor OK'd 11 drugs for Anna Nicole
FAU fundraiser gets $500K severance
Orange Co., Puerto Rico discuss crime
Paramedics armed with new tool
Melbourne art gallery to close
Teen drowns near St. Augustine
Hurricane director sees busy season
Bush-Gore battle used in slaying trial

LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT
Ex-Miss USA gets boot from 'Dancing'
Hollywood hails Halle with a star
Some see red in hunt for pink elephant
Rustic cabin houses history of Civil War
Spotlight: Golden Steppers' donation helps club get a new floor
Dear Abby: Warning signs of abuse apply to both sexes
Miss Manners: Donations to charity should be private matter
Vote for your Brevard Idol favorite
Bunny business: Fluffy critters don't make good gifts
'Are We Done Yet?' Let's hope so

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