Aug 31 2010

 

It was the Monkey’s Fault!

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 2:29 pm

 

Tiger’s weekend escape isn’t first time wild animal has gotten loose at S. Florida zoos
By Sally Kestin, Sun Sentinel
August 30, 2010

Bengal tiger weighing in excess of 500 pounds, managed to jump over a 12′ fence because of an escaped gibbon near his cage – all to the amazement and alarm of visitors Saturday afternoon.

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Aug 24 2010

 

Vote Today!

Tag: Government,NEWSWebmaster @ 9:23 am

 

Today is our Primary, so make every effort to find time to vote.

If you need to know who is on the ballot:

Find your Precinct:
http://www.browardsoe.org/PrecinctFinder.aspx

Sample: The Current People in Office for Precinct T011
http://www.browardsoe.org/ElectedOfficials.aspx?PrecinctID=2234

Sample Ballot for Precinct T011
http://www.browardsoe.org/SampleBallot.aspx?eid=113&PrecinctID=2234

Still undecided – or you have no clue who to vote for?

First it is important to know your candidates, but for those that need some “guidance”:

SunSentinel:
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/opinion/sfl-newmezzpost-statewideprimaryraces,0,7758121.storygallery?track=ss-mark-admail-august10-endorsements

Broward Teacher’s Union endorses school board candidates

http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/educationblog/2010/07/broward_teachers_union_endorses_school_board_candidates.html
(Be sure to read the comments)

T.J Reddick Bar Association Endorses Judicial Candidates for August 2010 Election
http://browardsblog.blogspot.com/2010/08/tj-reddick-bar-association-endorses.html

I am only providing information for people to see what others are recommending. I do not support or condone the recommendations or views of these articles. It is your right to understand what you want and whom you feel best represents your views in office.

Today is the day to exercise your right to vote.



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Aug 21 2010

 

New AC System Rebates for Florida

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 11:32 am

 

Going Green in Florida Cash for clunker AC systems details announced

August 20, 2010 By Diane C. Lade, Sun Sentinel

State officials, announcing long-awaited details of its latest “cash for clunker” program Friday, said Floridians could snare a $1,500 flat fee rebate for replacing their central air conditioning systems with more energy efficient units starting this month.

The program opens Aug. 30, and will run through the end of the year or until the $15 million the Governor’s Energy Office set aside for it runs out.

Read more…

There is a catch..
The Energy Star air-conditioning program is tied to duct system inspections – so you may need to contact a Florida Class 1 rated, a Florida licensed mechanical contractor, or a recognized test and balance agent. This could cost a few hundred dollars out of your pocket.

Plus you could still qualify for an FP&L rebate.

FP&L AC Buying Guide…

I am not sure if this would be a valid Duct Inspection for the rebate, but FP&L offers a Duct inspection service:

http://www.fpl.com/residential/savings/energy_advisor/cooling_heating/ducttest.shtml

Rebates are on a first come, first served basis and applications must be postmarked by Dec. 31.



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Aug 20 2010

 

What’s Going On in the Atlantic?

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 12:47 pm

 

Not Much – from what I can see.

This Hurricane Season has been a bit quiet for all the predictions.

StormPulse.com

They say the possibility of a Hurricane may increase over the next two months, but the StormPulse Weather maps look pretty quiet at this time.

I, for one, would enjoy the rest of theĀ  summer without any drama.



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Aug 17 2010

 

Red Light Cameras – an Update

Tag: Government,NEWSWebmaster @ 12:56 pm

 

Red-light camera tickets drop with new law
Looser enforcement triggers 77 percent decline in right-turn violations
Michael Mayo – Sun Sentinel Columnist
August 16, 2010

Mercifully, at least one South Florida city has stepped on the brakes when it comes to overzealous enforcement at red-light camera intersections.

Hallandale Beach’s lone red-light camera has generated more than $1.3 million in fines since it went live in January, but there has been a huge decrease in right-turn violations since a new state law took effect on July 1.

Must Read Article…

The new Florida State law:
The law says cities are no longer supposed to cite offenders who make slow-rolling right turns “in a careful and prudent manner.”

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Aug 12 2010

 

Perseid Meteor Shower Tonight

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 3:55 pm

 

Moon over South FloridaPlanets, moon, meteors to grace night sky
By Robert Nolin, Sun Sentinel
August 11, 2010

A heavenly threesome will appear after dusk, when a trio of planets glides above a fragile crescent moon. Later, the fabled Perseid meteor shower will adorn the night with up to 50 shooting stars an hour.

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Aug 10 2010

 

Broward Schools getting a slice of Federal Funds

Tag: Government,NEWSWebmaster @ 1:02 pm

 

Broward TeachersBroward rehires many laid-off teachers, thanks to federal stimulus money
U.S. House poised to pass education stimulus
By Rafael A. Olmeda, Sun Sentinel
August 9, 2010

Hundreds of Broward CountyĀ  teachers who thought they’d lost their jobs this summer are getting phone calls and letters telling them to report back to work next week, thanks to an expected influx of federal money coming to Florida.

Read more…

Read the comments – they range from the left to the right



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Aug 07 2010

 

Need a Little Tax Break?

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 11:30 am

 

August Tax Break in FloridaSales tax holiday is back, Aug. 13-15

Clothing, supplies purchased Aug. 13-15 are tax free
By Diane C. Lade, Sun Sentinel
August 5, 2010

Florida’s sales tax holiday, coming up next weekend after a two-year hiatus, is promoted as a chance for parents to stock up on back-to-school attire and supplies. But the tax break isn’t just for kids. It’s for anyone who wants to buy a skirt, a pencil, a raincoat or any of the dozens of items on the state-approved tax-exempt list.

Read more…

For a complete list of exempt items:
http://dor.myflorida.com

Here is the PDF short version:
http://dor.myflorida.com/dor/pdf/tax_relief_poster.pdf



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Aug 05 2010

 

Florida’s New Gun Law – Stand Your Ground

Tag: NEWSWebmaster @ 9:35 am

 

Florida Hand Gun Law`Stand Your Ground’ works — for criminals
By FRED GRIMM – MiamiHerald.com

Someone claiming to feel “threatened” no longer has an obligation to retreat, call police or avoid the use of deadly force. “What this means, as illustrated by this case, is that two individuals, or even groups, can square off in the middle of a public street, exchange gunfire, and both be absolved from criminal liability if they were reasonably acting in self-defense,” wrote Circuit Judge Terry Lewis.

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Aug 03 2010

 

Protect Yourself Against the Sun

Tag: Environment,NEWSWebmaster @ 2:04 pm

 

Protect Yourself from the Sun

Beyond sunscreen: Extra, easy protection against harmful rays
BY LAURA STAMPLER – Miami Herald

You need only take a short walk through South Beach to observe physical evidence of the relationship between clothing and heat: As the temperature rises, articles are shed. But according to polls conducted by Consumer Report’s National Resource Center, 31 percent of Americans never use sunscreen.

  • UV PROTECTED CLOTHING
  • SUN-PROOF YOUR OWN CLOTHING
  • WEAR A HAT
  • ACCESSORIZE WITH PURPOSE
  • TAKE A PILL

Read more…

I found thisĀ  company when searching for SunScreen Clothing and Hats:
http://www.sungrubbies.com/



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