Florida Republican Party Chairman Jim Greer announced his resignation today, saying his critics would “burn down the house” if he didn’t quit. Former House Speaker John Thrasher, a state senator from Duval County, is expected to be elected chairman …

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Faced with an angry revolt over his handling of party finances and his endorsements in Republican primaries, Florida GOP chairman Jim Greer is set to announce his resignation today. The party won’t say anything officially until Greer holds a 12:30 p …

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FORT PIERCE, FL — Two handguns, two shotguns and three airsoft pistols were recovered in a home’s backyard after an officer heard several shots on New Year’s Eve, according to a police report released Monday. An officer driving west on Avenue E …

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Blair Gavin M 20 Louisville, KY U. of Akron/ Sereno Soccer Club US U-20, U-18 Gavin scored five goals, earning First Team All-MAC honors in 2009 and helping to lead his team to the 2009 NCAA Championship final. Zac Herold D 17 Port St.

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NEW YORK — Major League Soccer and adidas announced on Monday the complete 2010 Generation adidas class and two additional collegiate senior signings that will enter the professional ranks for the 2010 Major League Soccer season. Highlighting this …

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Today is one of those rare ones in South Florida when we can say the high temperatures are expected in the lower 60s – and they’re going to stay there most of the week.

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Merced, Calif., is a quiet, residential city an easy drive from Yosemite National Park and Pacific Coast beaches. It’s also a perfect case study for the aftermath of the housing crisis. Homes at the median level in Merced have lost 62 percent of …

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Sallyann Mohler, winner of The Gardens Mall’s Breast Cancer Survivor Story Contest PALM BEACH GARDENS — The Gardens Mall, a premier sponsor of the 19th annual Susan G. Komen South Florida Race for the Cure, today announced the winner of its contest …

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