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Rodger A. Young, 64
Rodger Allan Young left this earth for Heaven on Sunday, March 31, 2013, at the age of 64.5 years, after a courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). His passing was peaceful at home, surrounded by family and friends. Rodger was born June 24,...
Tags: Lou Gehrig's Disease, Gainesville, Ocala, Christianity, Religion and Belief
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$312 million jackpot causes residents to line up for Mega Millions tickets
dan.dearth@herald-mail.comThe chance of winning is less than the odds of getting struck by lightning or attacked by a shark, but that didn't stop Tri-State area residents from lining up Friday to buy Mega Millions tickets for a chance to win the $312 million jackpot. Hagerstown...Tags: Homes, Tickets, Diabetes, Vehicles, Powerball Lottery
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Tech High programs:
Automotive Technology This program is designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive field by following National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) training guidelines in a state of the art facility. It has articulation...Tags: Animation (genre), Manufacturing and Engineering, Science and Technology, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Automotive Equipment
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Chambers recognize owners, businesses
Sun SentinelAn air, refrigeration service firm was recognized for its best practices. Lauderdale Lakes – based Precision Refrigeration was among many small businesses and non-profit organizations that were nominated in recognition for their leadership,...Tags: Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Business, Small Businesses
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BBHS student wins $1,000 Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award
This is a story about Boynton Beach High School student Gloria Roker, winner of the Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year award and a $1,000 college scholarship. But, more importantly, it is the story of her sister as well – JayVonna - two...Tags: Education, Florida Atlantic University, Zoe Saldana, Florida State University, Students
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A license plate for every cause, but how much is raised?
Do you care about the survival of sea turtles? Dolphins? Do you ride horses, watch whales or fish for large-mouth bass? Did you serve as a paratrooper — or care for someone who did? If so, you can tell the world — with your license tag....
Tags: Clearwater (Pinellas, Florida), American Legion, University of Central Florida, Orlando Predators, Palm Beach County
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UCF Medical School graduated its first class Friday
And they're doctors. The first class of medical students to come out of the University of Central Florida College of Medicine graduated Friday morning during a ceremony on the UCF campus. The charter class of 36 graduates also was the first class of...
Tags: Lake Nona, University of Central Florida, Graduation, Colleges and Universities, Awards and Prizes
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Rein in outsized perks given Florida's college presidents
Start with a six-figure base salary for state college presidents. Add five figures for a retirement package, another five for deferred compensation and another five for a housing allowance. In some cases, add another five figures for a vehicle and...
Tags: Education, Florida Legislature, Florida Atlantic University, Rick Scott, James H. Ammons
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A Florida first: UF offering cheaper online degrees
If you're a student, established professional or business owner, an initiative recently approved by the Florida Legislature may change how you pursue a college degree, advance your career or locate your company. All you need is a computer, time and the...Tags: Florida Legislature, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach County, Miramar, Science and Technology
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Weekend Preview: Models, mutts, Harold Lloyd and a monkey
For the second straight year, a group of dedicated South Floridians will harness the region’s greatest natural resource for a cause dear to the hearts of most of us. By which I mean pinups promoting dog adoption. From 7 to 10 p.m. Friday at...
Tags: Television Industry, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Entertainment Events, Ceremonies
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Eric Barron: Education bill puts FSU, UF near top
Gov. Rick Scott's signing of the Career and Professional Education Act effectively positions Florida State University and the University of Florida for pre-eminent status, and puts FSU on the fast track to move into the top 25 in the national rankings...Tags: Conservation, Education, Florida Legislature, Government, Rick Scott
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Are college presidents worth their eye-popping salaries?
Change of SubjectEvidently not. The Chronicle of HIgher Education has posted a list of the top 100 salaries of public-university presidents (by total compensation package: Graham B. Spanier Pennsylvania State University at University Park $2,906,721 (1st) Jay Gogue Auburn...
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