A suspected suicide car bombing in north-west Pakistan has killed at least six people, officials say. The explosion took place at a police station in the town of Lakki Marwat in the Khyber region south of Peshawar.

Tour of Central Florida roller coasters has dizzying results

My mission: To size up Central Florida's coasters, pick the best and survive the rest.

Martin County opting to put lines in place

On Florida's East Coast, Martin County already is doing what Sarasota County is considering.The

Sarasota County projects pared

The lingering economic downturn has prompted the county to postpone or scale back a number of

Business people

Sherri Johnson, attorney at Dent & Johnson, has been selected for inclusion in Florida Trend

Region's office vacancy rates vary widely

OFFICE VACANCIES IN SARASOTA County fell during the first half of 2010 as landlords offered

County faces a fiber-optic opportunity

Forget Google Fiber. For the bargain-basement price of $1,000 per mile, Sarasota County could build

Employees trained at ‘camp Disney’

SARASOTA — Voalté recently sent two of its employees to the Disney Institute for an intensive, three-day training where they received a behind-the-scenes look into the theme park’s culture-building and people-management magic.

Employees trained at ‘camp Disney’

SARASOTA — Voalté recently sent two of its employees to the Disney Institute for an intensive, three-day training where they received a behind-the-scenes look into the theme park’s culture-building and people-management magic.

9/6 NAMES & FACES

Gary Coker and Jackie Robertson of Prudential Palms Realty have earned the GRI designation from the Graduate Realtor Institute. The designation is earned by completing a national program of specialized and advanced education. Coker joined Prudential Palms in January following a career in resort management, vacation rentals and vacation ownership. Robertson is an agent in the firm’s Palmer Ranch ...

Florida teams flex their muscle

TURTLE CREEK, Pa. — Florida 2, Pennsylvania 0.

Legislators want to ban synthetic pot

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- The sign outside Key West Tanning & Video calls the stuff "herbal incense." But the product, called K2, isnt really meant make your house smell good. People smoke it to get high. After reports of dangerous side eff...

Talking With ... Dick Larsen: Growth is on the table for Orlando-based eatery

Dick Larsen, president and founder of Orlando-based Nature's Table. His company hopes to expand rapidly in the next few years and is working with a franchise development company called Fransmart. Larsen recently spoke with Sentinel staff writer Sandra Pedicini.

Fla. Road Ranger, Trooper Injured in I-95 Crash

Five people were injured Saturday morning when a car slammed into the back of a Road Ranger truck that stopped to help a Highway Patrol trooper's disabled car.

USF Bulls try to treat Gator week like any other week

By Greg Auman, Times Staff Writer Sunday, September 5, 2010 TAMPA — Saturday's game at No. 4 Florida is a huge opportunity for USF — a game fans have been awaiting for years. But the Bulls hope to improve their chances of playing well by treating the trip as they would any other game. "It'll be exciting," QB B.J. Dan iels said. "I was looking forward to going to Florida State (last season), and ...

Report: Darrelle Revis and Rex Ryan meet in Florida about stalled contract negotiations

Rex Ryan traveled to South Florida this weekend to meet with All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis, who has been holding out for a new contract since Aug. 1, according to a report in the Daily News.

Tampa police arrest man in fatal stabbing of friend

By Shelley Rossetter, Times Staff Writer Sunday, September 5, 2010 Shivers TAMPA — Gina Wanda Smith and Kenneth Leroy Shivers had been friends for years. At one point they had dated. They seemed to get along well, Smith's family said. Now they are wondering what went wrong. On Saturday night, police say, Shivers stabbed Smith, 48, in the chest, neck and arms. Paramedics brought her to Tampa ...

UF Muslims fear Koran burning may spark violence

Before she left her Miami home to return to the University of Florida this fall, Wajiha Akhtar's parents gave her some unusual advice: stay indoors as much as possible and, whatever happens, don't go near the Koran burners.

Jacksonville man accused of flashing child in Tampa bookstore

Times staff Sunday, September 5, 2010 Hall TAMPA Man accused of flashing child in bookstore A Jacksonville man is accused of exposing himself to a girl in a Tampa bookstore Saturday. Tampa police said Timmothy Isaiah Hall, 41, flashed a 7-year-old girl in the children's section of the Barnes & Noble at 213 N Dale Mabry Highway. He then left the store. A customer, Bryan Alder, later observed Hall ...

Soares, District Attorney, Criticized in Steroid Case

A judge in Florida has allowed the operators of Signature Pharmacy to proceed with a lawsuit that accuses P. David Soares, Albany’s district attorney, of violations.

Race offers fun in bed

Perhaps no moment in Miami sports boasts odder rivalries than the contests that unfolded Sunday on Grand Avenue in Coconut Grove. At the revived Grove bed race, pairs of teams raced homemade beds with four wheels and four people pushing for two city blocks.

N.J. woman who disappeared in Florida found safe

Emily Grace turned up in New York City. A missing New Jersey woman whose belongings were found in Celebration is safe in New York City, the Osceola County Sheriff's Office said Sunday.

Florida, Stony Brook: Same approach for Bulls

TAMPA -- Saturday's game at No. 4 Florida is a huge opportunity for USF football, a game fans have been waiting years for, but the Bulls hope to improve their chances at playing well by treating the trip the same as they would any other game. "It'll be exciting," quarterback B.J. Daniels said. "I was looking forward to going to Florida State (last year) and I'm definitely looking forward to ...

Homecoming for North Fort Myers soldier

It was an emotional homecoming for a North Fort Myers family. After months overseas, a father and husband gets 2 weeks home.

Florida State looks ahead to playing No. 7 Oklahoma

FSU looks ahead to playing OU Florida State University - Florida State - United States - NCAA Division I - Florida

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, creating a limited impact on the state's job market.

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, creating a limited impact on the state's job market.

Fort Myers' Page Field sees .51 of an inch of rain in 1 hour

A line of thunderstorms extending from Fort Myers through Venice is moving north at 20 mph.

Disney picks up NZ wines

Winemaker Steve Bird has had his wish upon a star granted with two wines selected by Walt Disney World for its 2011 core wine list.The two signature wines - 2008 Bird Sauvignon Blanc and 2008 Bird Big Barrel Pinot Noir - are to...

NL West-leading Padres lose 10th straight

No matter what they try, the San Diego Padres just keep losing. The NL West-leading Padres lost their 10th straight game Sunday as Melvin Mora hit a go-ahead single that sent the Colorado Rockies to a 4-2 win. "We have a sense of urgency right now," Padres pitcher Clayton Richard said. "We have a special opportunity and we are going to do every thing in our control to take advantage...

Miami Dolphins Place Will Allen On I.R., Claim Four Off Waivers

Final cuts may have been made yesterday, but that doesn't mean the Miami Dolphins are finished shaping their roster before the regular season begins next week. The Dolphins made eight roster moves in all Sunday, including placing cornerback Will Allen on injured reserve and terminating the contracts of veteran guard Cory Procter and defensive ends Marques Douglas and Charles Grant. Additionally ...

Florida Gators receivers must improve

Amid all the offensive problems Florida Gators fans are currently concerned about — the bad snaps, stagnant passing game, conservative play-calling — there is one glaring problem that seems to be flying a bit under the radar.

Florida Gators receivers must improve

Amid all the offensive problems Florida Gators fans are currently concerned about — the bad snaps, stagnant passing game, conservative play-calling — there is one glaring problem that seems to be flying a bit under the radar.

Florida running backs Mike Gillislee, Jeff Demps live up to hype

Total Florida Travel For Labor Day Is Projected To Increase 3.9%

AAA officials say Labor Day travel in the state of Florida is projected to increase 3.9 percent from last year with an estimated 1.5 million people traveling by automobile.

Citrus Bowl to keep MEAC-SWAC Challenge through 2013

The MEAC/SWAC Challenge will remain in Orlando through 2013.

Florida Marlins elect not to celebrate Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox

Florida's three-game weekend series against NL East rival Atlanta ended Sunday without any ceremony for departing Braves manager Bobby Cox, who criticized Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria earlier this season.

Florida Marlins elect not to celebrate Atlanta Braves manager Bobby Cox

Florida's three-game weekend series against NL East rival Atlanta ended Sunday without any ceremony for departing Braves manager Bobby Cox, who criticized Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria earlier this season.

Report: Florida unemployment crisis won't end until 2014

A brand new report on the state of Florida's unemployed released Sunday shows the future is bleak for at least another four years.

High tech ways to bag a bargain

Local eateries, stores and retailers across Florida advertise deals on mobile apps and location-based Web sites Want to go bowling in Boca Raton on the cheap? Get a free cup of coffee in Orlando? Cop a free meal in Fort Lauderdale?

High tech ways to bag a bargain

Local eateries, stores and retailers across Florida advertise deals on mobile apps and location-based Web sites Want to go bowling in Boca Raton on the cheap? Get a free cup of coffee in Orlando? Cop a free meal in Fort Lauderdale?

Showdowns with meaningful Michigan-ND

Ohio State-Miami is a grudge match. Penn State visits champion Alabama. Then there's Michigan-Notre Dame, which should be even more fun to watch without having to worry about Rich Rodriguez's job, Dennis Dodd says. Rich Rodriguez - Alabama - Michigan - Ohio State University - Pennsylvania State University

MLB: Florida 7, Atlanta 6 (10 innings)

MIAMI, Sept. 5 (UPI) -- Scott Cousins delivered a pinch-hit RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning Sunday, handing the Florida Marlins a 7-6 decision over Atlanta. Florida Marlins - Scott Cousins - Major League Baseball - Pinch hitter - sport

Good news for Labor Day: Crandon Beach south clean for swimming

Good news for Labor Day beachgoers. The southern stretch of Crandon Beach has been deemed safe for swimming again. Sunday afternoon, the Miami-Dade County Health Department lifted the swimming advisory for Crandon Park South.

Fort Myers Romps St. Lucie 12-2 in Final Game of Season

FORT MYERS, FL (September 5th, 2010) - The Miracle scored seven runs in a wild fourth innings by the Mets, and added five more in the eighth, as they cruised to a 12-2 victory in the final game of the 2010 season. Fort Myers finished with an overall record of 64-74, and 36-32 in the second half.

Florida Gators CB Moses Jenkins injures elbow in opener

No. 4 Florida could be without starting cornerback Moses Jenkins next week against South Florida.

USF crowd was actually up from '09 opener

USF's season opener Saturday night against Stony Brook drew an announced crowd of 40,201, and while that was down slightly from the announced crowd of 40,360 from last year's opener against Wofford, there were actually more fans in the seats. The actual attendance -- literally the fans in the stands -- was 32,870, according to the Tampa Sports Authority (the announced figure is for tickets ...

Wednesday: Florida-USF chat

Want to talk about the upcoming Florida-USF game? Join Times college football writers Antonya English and Greg Auman for a live chat Wednesday, Sept. 8 from noon to 1 p.m. Can't make it? Leave a question in the "Comments'' area below, then check back later to replay the chat. Florida-USF chat