Study: Waiting lists for child care assistance nearly doubled
Photo courtesy of the National Women’s Law Center The National Women’s Law Center released its annual State Child Care Assistance Policies report, finding that the …
What to know about the World Cup Somalia referee who was denied entry to the U.S.
Omar Artan, 34, is the first from Somalia to officiate in a World Cup (Photo courtesy of Wikipedia) BY OMAjR FARUK and EVELYNE MUSAMBI Somalia …
Health and Wellness
Leon on Madonna, Tupac, co-parenting with Cynthia
Actor Leon cuts a slim and regal frame. Once upon a time, his soulful eyes, defined facial structure and silken voice compelled Madonna to cast …
‘Snake Eyes’ stellar artistry impressive on many levels
“Snake Eyes” is a welcomed opportunity to see a cast of talented Asian actors dazzle. Even in an action franchise film built around a Hasbro …
Business
Dollar General will add 10,000 jobs and 1,000 stores
Associated Press WASHINGTON – Dollar General Corp. says it plans to create 10,000 jobs this year tied to the opening of 1,000 stores and two …
Dancer marathon raises nearly $2.6M for children’s hospital
IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) – Marathon dancers have raised nearly $2.6 million for the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. The Iowa City Press-Citizen reports (http://icp-c.com/2kEAcvI …
Why it’s a good idea to file your taxes early
By SARAH SKIDMORE SELL AP Personal Finance Writer Tax season is here, and while you have until April 18 to file your return, you may …
Technology
International scientists converge on School of Mines campus
RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP) _ More than 100 physicists, chemists and other scientists from around the world will converge on Rapid City Monday to discuss …
Marketing Amish-made furniture online
By MICHAEL POLLICK Sarasota Herald-Tribune SARASOTA, Fla. (AP) _ Jim Miller and his wife, Linse, have found a unique business niche, one that makes perfect …
Education
Distinguished Broward alumni inducted into Hall of Fame
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The Broward Education Foundation inducted its newest members to the Hall of Fame of Distinguished Alumni, which honors and recognizes alumni …
Gallon sworn-in as Miami-Dade County school board member
Staff Report Courtesy of Blogging Black Miami MIAMI-DADE – Veteran educator Dr. Steve Gallon III was sworn-in as Miami-Dade County School Board Member for District …
Elementary school principal reaches out to Polk families
By MADISON FANTOZZI The Ledger LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) – When Principal Badonna Dardis sent fliers home with Carlton Palmore Elementary students offering to visit one …
Sports
Marlins lose to Nationals 1-0, then trade Morse and Latos
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports Writer MIAMI (AP) _ Michael Morse swung and missed, ending the game and his time with the Miami Marlins. Morse …
Ross gives his Dolphins a simple start-of-camp message: Win
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Sports Writer DAVIE, Fla. (AP) _ About a half-hour into the Miami Dolphins’ first practice of the season, owner Stephen Ross …
Bills coach Kromer pleads not guilty to battery
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. (AP) _ Buffalo Bills offensive line coach Aaron Kromer has pleaded not guilty to a charge that he punched a boy …
