Seo4anyone, Inc. Expands Beyond Search Engine Optimization Services to Include Social Media Marketing Services in ...

In order to better service their existing clients and to ensure new clients benefit from social media marketing campaigns, seo4anyone, Inc. has added social media marketing experts to their Miami, Florida office. This move expands their core search engine optimization services by adding Facebook and Twitter experts, landing page optimization testing, and pay per click advertising management ...

Broward County DUI Attorney Contends that Proposed Legislation Could Have a Major Impact in DUI Cases Across the State ...

Broward County DUI defense attorney Michael Dye contends that Florida Senate Bill 1810 would drastically redefine the criminal offense of DUI and would lead to convictions of people who were not impaired by drugs or alcohol while driving.Fort Lauderdale, Florida (PRWEB) February 07, 2012 On January 7, 2012, Florida Senate Bill 1810 was filed by Senator Stephen Wise. The bill is intended to amend ...

Jack Myers Resigns From USF Polytechnic to Campaign For State Senate

Jack Myers has resigned from his part-time consulting job at the University of South Florida Polytechnic to actively campaign for a state senate seat.

FSU men's basketball team winning with great offensive balance

By Ira Schoffel Democrat sports editor -- Leonard Hamilton's "Junkyard D" defense has been as nasty as ever, but one of the keys to the Florida State men's basketball team's impressive first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference schedule has been an extremely efficient and balanced offense.

Franco irks USC with show Miami rejected

Miami University administrators can breathe a sigh of relief over the decision to reject actor James Franco and his company's proposal to film a "documentary" at Miami, but attendees of the University of Southern California (USC) are not so lucky.

Nationals may hit Fort Myers for spring training

The Washington Nationals talk to Lee County officials looking possibly to move their spring training site from Brevard County.

Partner benefits on city agenda

Key West city commissioners are expected to decide today whether city contracts should require that vendors provide the same medical benefits options to qualified same-sex couples that are offered to... read more

Today In History

20 YEARS AGO A group of local volunteers planted 152 green Malaysian trees on the bridle path in Key West and planned to plant an additional 152 trees. The Florida Department of Natural... read more

Obituaries

KIM S. WILLIS Kim Sikes Willis, 53, passed away peacefully Thursday night, Feb. 2, 2012, at her home, 1111 Grinnell St., Key West, Fla. Kim was a teacher for 18 years in Key West, at Sigsbee... read more

Mile Markers

KEY WEST CPAs offer information The Florida Institute of CPAs' Florida Keys chapter will present an update on accounting and auditing issues for condominium and homeowners... read more

University Senate votes for changes to Miami Plan revision process

At the Miami University Senate meeting Monday, the senate voted once again on a proposal to reform the Miami Plan for Liberal Education, the establishment of a university multicultural council.

Children of Uganda to perform on campus during their ‘Tour of Light’

Sixteen Ugandan children will be arriving at Miami University this week as part of their Tour of Light. The Tour of Light showcases Ugandan dancing and musical culture to raise money for the non-profit organization Children of Uganda.

That win is why Larranaga came to Miami

CORAL GABLES — When Jim Larranaga considered the University of Miami basketball job last spring, his two grown sons encouraged him by saying, "You deserve a chance to take an ACC team into the likes of the Dean Dome and Cameron Indoor Stadium."

South Fort Myers woman pleads guilty to hiring hitman to kill husband

A south Fort Myers woman pleaded guilty Monday to accusations that she wanted to trade her husband's motorcycle in exchange for his death, according...

Eli Manning Makes Return Trip to Disney World

The day after winning his second Super Bowl, New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning made a familiar stop Monday afternoon: Disney World.

Sweeping health dept overhaul advances

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Miami drops to 4th in CCHA after sweep by Michigan

The Miami University hockey team was swept by the University of Michigan this weekend, falling 4-1 Friday and 3-0 Saturday. The team was never able to muster enough offense, as only junior forward Reilly Smith was able to score for the Red and White.

Biden in Florida: Keep tuition low

The vice president spoke at Florida State University, pushing the president’s college affordability plan.

Florida-Kentucky Preview

The way No. 8 Florida sees it, all the pressure is on top-ranked Kentucky. The Wildcats have a 15-game winning streak, have won a nation-best 48 in a row at home and hold the top spot in the Southeastern Conference. They have five players averaging double figures, including freshman phenom Anthony Davis, and have allowed only three opponents to top 65 points all season.

Florida welcomes pressure-free test at Kentucky

The way No. 8 Florida sees it, all the pressure is on top-ranked Kentucky. The Wildcats have a 15-game winning streak, have won a nation-best 48 in a row at home and hold the top spot in the Southeastern Conference. They have five players averaging double figures, including freshman phenom Anthony Davis, and have allowed only three opponents to top 65 points all season.

Which way the Hispanic vote?

In a recent ABC News/Univision News survey the Hispanic/Latino vote in Florida favors President Obama 50 percent, over Mitt Romney’s 40 percent and 52 percent for Obama, over Newt Gingrich’s 38 percent. That is not significantly different from the 57 percent of the Florida Hispanic vote that Obama took in 2008 race.

Eli Manning Heads to Disney World, Spends Day Hanging Out With Mickey Mouse (Photos)

The New York Giants returned home on Monday to receive a hero's welcome as the newly crowned Super Bowl champions. There was at least one noticeable absentee -- quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning. That's because Manning was in Florida on Monday where he spent the day with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Disney World. It's become tradition for the game's MVP to spend a day at Disney, and the ...

DEA raids 2 CVS pharmacies in drug abuse probe

ORLANDO, Florida (Reuters) - The Drug Enforcement Administration said on Monday it raided two CVS pharmacies over the weekend as part of an effort to curb the abuse of prescription painkillers and other potentially addictive substances. The action, which occurred on Saturday, came one day after the agency suspended the license of drug distributor Cardinal Health Inc, prohibiting it from shipping ...

Keon Daniel returns to Philadelphia Union, Thomas Brandt and Brandon Zimmerman depart

The Union made a number of announcements Monday afternoon as they began their preseason training camp near Orlando, Florida.

South Florida can still claim priciest Super Bowl

As the last Super Bowl before the recession, South Florida’s 07 game continues out-pricing other Super Bowls. Little cities don’t help: prices down 15 percent from last year’s game in Dallas.

Super Bowl winner Eli Manning going to Disney World today

The Super Bowl winner Eli Manning is going to Disney World.

Philadelphia Union Travel to Florida for Second Leg of Preseason

Chester, Pa. (February 6, 2012) - Philadelphia Union began their second leg of preseason today, after traveling to Orlando, Florida yesterday.

NHC says system has 0 percent chance of developing; bringing needed rain

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of disturbed weather that is drifting towards the Florida Keys for signs of development.

Protocol Global Solutions Adding 400 Positions to Sarasota, Florida Customer Care Contact Center

HORSHAM, Pa., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NCO Group, Inc. ("NCO" or the "Company"), a leading provider of business process outsourcing services, announced today that it will hire approximately ...

Florida still not finished

While to the casual eye it may seem that the Gators put their finishing touches on this year s recruiting class...

Expanding businesses means new jobs in Fort Myers

From flowers to chocolate, it's no doubt Valentine's Day is one of the busiest times of the year for sweet gifts. One Ft Myers favorite is gearing up for the holiday hustle while expanding and bringing jobs at the same time.

FSU 'forced' to sue WVU?

08:18 AM ET 02.06 | West Virginia, already with a pending lawsuit against the Big East, may have more litigation on its hands.

Athletics: Fitness Fans to Compete in Sixth Annual Sombrero Beach Run March 3

MARATHON, Florida Keys -- More than 700 runners and walkers from across the globe are expected to "come for the run and stay for the sun" during the sixth annual Sombrero Beach Run set for Saturday, March 3.

South Fort Myers man accused of peeping into woman's window, struggling with deputy

A south Fort Myers man is facing charges of loitering, resisting an officer without violence and carrying a concealed weapon after deputies say he...

Third US Cruise Ship Sails After Virus Outbreak

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (AP) - A third U.S.-based cruise ship with an outbreak of stomach illness has sailed again after being decontaminated in Florida.

71 Percent of Florida Voters Oppose Medicaid Reimbursement Cuts to Hospitals, New Poll Shows

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Seventy-one percent of Florida voters say Medicaid is an important program that should be maintained and oppose the deep reimbursement cuts to Florida's ...

Virus strikes cruise ship out of New Orleans

Virus strikes cruise ship out of New Orleans Associated Press Copyright 2012 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 07:10 p.m., Sunday, February 5, 2012 NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A stomach virus has stricken people on a third U.S. cruise ship, with a vessel sailing from New Orleans delayed by norovirus. Port of New ...

Brother of NBA star Stoudemire dies in Lake Wales wreck

The older brother of New York Knicks forward Amar'e Stoudemire died early today when his car rear-ended a tractor-trailer on U.S. 27 in Lake Wales, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Florida Foreclosures Best Buy for Average Homebuyers

Florida is one of the prime locations for tourists, business men or simply those looking for a new place to call a home. It is also known as the Sunshine State of Florida, this region hosts popular cities such as Miami, Miami Beach, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Sunny Isles Beach and more.

Third cruise ship decontaminated, sets sail from Fort Lauderdale

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A third U.S.-based cruise ship with an outbreak of stomach illness has sailed again after being decontaminated in South Florida. The vessel Ruby Princess sailed Sunday from Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades. It was one of...

Miracle Ready to Deliver Love Like a Four-Seam Fastball

FORT MYERS, FL (February 5, 2012) Are you looking for that special something for a special someone this Valentine's Day? Want to be unique and memorable? Why not give the gift of Miracle Baseball!

This week: Eli Manning, Mardi Gras, Foreigner, Tuskegee Airmen

There’s something fresh to do every day this week at Central Florida’s theme parks and attractions. + MONDAY: New York Giants quarterback and Super Bowl MPV Eli Manning will be going to Disney World. He’ll be honored in a parade down Magic Kingdom’s Main Street just before 1:30 p.m. Park admission is required to see it, [...]

Florida lawmakers end expanded gambling push

MIAMI, Florida -- Lawmakers ended an effort to build three Las Vegas-style hotel-casinos in the southern part of state Friday, dashing the hopes of major Nevada gaming companies that saw Florida as a potentially lucrative casino market.

3rd US cruise ship sails after virus outbreak

A third U.S.-based cruise ship with an outbreak of stomach illness has sailed again after being decontaminated in South Florida.

Gaming N ews

MIAMI, Florida -- Lawmakers ended an effort to build three Las Vegas-style hotel-casinos in the southern part of state Friday, dashing the hopes of major Nevada gaming companies that saw Florida as a potentially lucrative casino market.

Canes Shock The Devils At Duke

The University of Miami’s basketball season hasn’t been especially great, but Sunday, the Hurricanes stormed Cameron Indoor Stadium at Duke and silenced the Cameron Crazies, 78-74 in overtime.

USF and Saneron researchers find additional benefits of cord blood cells in mice modeling ALS

( University of South Florida (USF Health) ) Repeated, low-dose injections of mononuclear cells derived from human umbilical cord blood were effective in protecting motor neuron cells, delaying disease progression and increasing lifespan for mice modeling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, also referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease. The findings are reported in the online journal PLoS ONE.

3rd US-based cruise ship sails after cleanup following reported outbreak of stomach illness

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - A third U.S.-based cruise ship with an outbreak of stomach illness has sailed again after being decontaminated in South Florida.

How dream to turn Florida into `Vegas of the East' fell apart

Megacasino plan stirred up powerful foes, from South Florida racetracks to Disney TALLAHASSEE ¿ It could be said the destination casino bill was doomed from the start.

Eli Manning Is Coming To Disney World

The quarterback will celebrate the Giants' big Super Bowl win over the Patriots in Central Florida on Monday.