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Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Springs could close July 1

NORTH PORT — If no agreement is reached today by the North Port City Commission, the gates at Warm Mineral Springs Day Spa likely will close temporarily, the electric will be shut off and the overnight guard will go home. The city and Springs joint owner Sarasota County would have … Find out how to read more online.

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History, beauty all in one
Mon Jun 17 2013 08:01AM

BOCA GRANDE — I’d forgotten how the brilliant, Crayola-colored waters could instantly slow my heart rate like a vacation on a Caribbean island. When I first moved here in 2000, … Find out how to read more online.

Yusko retires after two decades
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:12PM

Stephen Yusko, 81, sat surrounded at the Arcadia Police Department last week; the occasion was one of celebration. After 20 years of service assisting students safely across the road, Yusko … Find out how to read more online.

Chamber’s Leadership program graduates 20
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:02PM

On May 30, Leadership DeSoto graduated its fourth class. Leadership DeSoto County is a program through the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce. Each year, individuals are selected to participate in the … Find out how to read more online.

More questions, bickering at School Board meeting
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:02PM

ARCADIA — Once again, Tuesday night’s School Board meeting became contentious as Board Member Ronny Allen questioned a lack of communication between school district administration and School Board members. Calling … Find out how to read more online.

State, National and World News

US, Taliban to start talks
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

KABUL, Afghanistan — The Taliban and the U.S. said Tuesday they will hold talks on finding a political solution to ending nearly 12 years of war in Afghanistan, as the international coalition formally handed over control of the country’s security … read more.

Chrysler agrees to recall of 2.7M Jeeps
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

DETROIT — Chrysler abruptly agreed to recall 2.7 million older model Jeeps Tuesday, reversing a defiant stance and avoiding a possible public relations nightmare over fuel tanks that can rupture and cause fires in rear-end collisions. In deciding on the … read more.

NSA: Plot against Wall Street foiled
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON — The U.S. foiled a plot to bomb the New York Stock Exchange because of the sweeping surveillance programs at the heart of a debate over national security and personal privacy, officials said Tuesday at a rare open hearing … read more.

House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican-led House on Tuesday passed a far-reaching anti-abortion bill that conservatives saw as a milestone in their 40-year campaign against legalized abortion and Democrats condemned as yet another example of the GOP war on women. The … read more.

Lost city found in Cambodia
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

SYDNEY — Airborne laser technology has uncovered a network of roadways and canals, illustrating a bustling ancient city linking Cambodia’s famed Angkor Wat temples complex. The discovery was announced late Monday in a peer-reviewed paper released early by the journal … read more.

Zimmerman trial attorneys pick 40 potential jurors
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

G-8 advances on Syrian peace talks, tax evasion
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

ENNISKILLEN, Northern Ireland (AP) — President Barack Obama, Russian President Vladimir Putin and other G-8 leaders took a united stance Tuesday on seeking a negotiated Syrian peace settlement to forge a “united, inclusive and democratic” government — but couldn’t agree … read more.

Turkey’s ‘standing man’ launches new protest wave
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

ISTANBUL (AP) — After weeks of sometimes violent confrontation with police, protesters in Turkey have found what could be a more potent form of resistance: standing still. The trend was launched by performance artist Erdem Gunduz, who stood silently for … read more.

Governor Scott’s job approval up to 43 percent
Wed Jun 19 2013 01:19AM

TALLAHASSEE (AP) — Florida Gov. Rick Scott’s approval rating is improving, a poll released Tuesday shows, though not to the point that it’s likely to deter any potential challengers in 2014. The Quinnipiac University poll shows 43 percent of voters … read more.

Citizenship proof law illegal
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruled Monday that states cannot on their own require would-be voters to prove they are U.S. citizens before using a federal registration system designed to make signing up easier. The justices voted 7-2 to throw … read more.

Food companies work to make it look natural
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s the latest goal for food makers: Perfect the art of imperfection. When stretching out the dough for its premium “Artisan Pizzas,” Domino’s workers are instructed not to worry about making the rectangles too perfect: The … read more.

EU, US agree to start free-trade talks at G-8
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

ENNISKILLEN, Northern Ireland — The European Union and the United States will open negotiations next month on a long-sought deal to create free trade between the world’s two mightiest economic regions — an effort that could create millions of jobs … read more.

Women get combat-ready
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON — Women may be able to start training as Army Rangers by mid-2015 and as Navy SEALs a year later under plans set to be announced by the Pentagon that would slowly bring women into thousands of combat jobs, … read more.

Growing human organs
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

NEW YORK — By the time 10-year-old Sarah Murnaghan finally got a lung transplant last week, she’d been waiting for months, and her parents had sued to give her a better shot at surgery. Her cystic fibrosis was threatening her … read more.

Rowhani’s ‘path of moderation’ also shows limits
Tue Jun 18 2013 01:19AM

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s newly elected president showcased his reform-leaning image Monday by promising a “path of moderation” that includes greater openness on Tehran’s nuclear program and overtures to Washington. He also made clear where he draws the line: … read more.

Iraq no-fly zone viewed as symbol for one in Syria
Mon Jun 17 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration, trying to avoid getting drawn deeper into Syria’s civil war, has pointed to the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003 as a symbol of what can go wrong when America’s military wades into Middle … read more.

Affirmative action ruling contest: race vs. class
Mon Jun 17 2013 01:19AM

(AP) — In post-Great Recession America, which is the bigger barrier to opportunity — race or class? A decade ago, the U.S. Supreme Court kept the focus on race as a barrier, upholding the right of colleges to make limited … read more.

Beyond NYC: Other places adapting to climate, too
Mon Jun 17 2013 01:19AM

BONN, Germany (AP) — From Bangkok to Miami, cities and coastal areas across the globe are already building or planning defenses to protect millions of people and key infrastructure from more powerful storm surges and other effects of global warming. … read more.

Glasnost on the Potomac under Obama? Not quite
Mon Jun 17 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s as if the United States has two governments, one open and one very much not. President Barack Obama leads both, trying not to butt heads with himself. Since becoming president, Obama has churned out an impressive … read more.

IRS supervisor in DC scrutinized tea party cases
Mon Jun 17 2013 01:19AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — An Internal Revenue Service supervisor in Washington says she was personally involved in scrutinizing some of the earliest applications from tea party groups seeking tax-exempt status, including some requests that languished for more than a year without … read more.

SW Florida home to many young farmers
Sun Jun 16 2013 09:28PM

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Some mornings, Lara Collier dons rubber boots to walk the farm, snapping pictures of vegetables to share on social media and bundling bunches of leeks, strawberries and watermelon for customers. The 24-year old helped Collier … read more.

G8 faces uncertain recoveries, turbulent markets
Sun Jun 16 2013 09:28PM

ENNISKILLEN, Northern Ireland (AP) — Europe is mired in debt and recession. Financial markets have hit violent ups and downs on fears that U.S. stimulus efforts may soon be scaled back. Japan is finally looking up after years of stagnation … read more.

‘Man of Steel’ takes flight with $125M debut
Sun Jun 16 2013 09:28PM

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Man of Steel” leaped over box office expectations in a single weekend. The Warner Bros. superhero film earned $113 million in its opening weekend at the box office, according to studio estimates Sunday. The retelling of … read more.

Egypt seen to give nod toward jihadis on Syria
Sun Jun 16 2013 09:28PM

CAIRO (AP) — Under Hosni Mubarak’s rule, Egypt’s authorities took a tough line on Egyptians coming home after waging “jihad” in places like Afghanistan, Chechnya or the Balkans, fearing they would bring back extremist ideology, combat experience and a thirst … read more.

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More Local News

Habitat for Humanity seeks to help veterans
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:02PM

A new program by the Arcadia-DeSoto County Habitat for Humanity is providing home repairs for veterans in need. The “Legacy of Valor” home repair program offers critical home repairs for any veterans, active service members or their spouses, on items … Find out how to read more online.

City moves office staff
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

The City of Arcadia will be moving staff from City Hall to the Way Building on Monday. If you prefer to pay your utility bill in person, please come to the new utility collection office at 23 N. Polk Ave. … Find out how to read more online.

Coffee comrades bring the party to the park
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

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DCI opens faith-based dorm program
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

DeSoto Correctional Institution recently celebrated the official opening of the Faith and Character Based Dorm program. Chaplain Glau began the ceremony with a warm welcome and opening prayer. After an informative PowerPoint presentation outlining the benefits of faith and character … Find out how to read more online.

The Knapp family:
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

Editor’s note: For Father’s Day last year, Arcadian Sports Director Steve “Big Daddy” Knapp wrote a touching series about his own father, and received a lot of positive comments. This year, the tables are turned as Steve shares the decision … Find out how to read more online.

Congratulations, DCHS Seniors!
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

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DeSoto County library lists summer reading program
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:16PM

The DeSoto County Library has released details of its Summer Reading Program 2013 called “Dig Into Reading.” June 22 – Registration 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., pass out reading logs June 25 – 3 p.m. Just Dig It, Story and … Find out how to read more online.

County mulls Nocatee utility expansion
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:02PM

During Tuesday’s Board of County Commissioners workshop, members debated the merits of spending $3 million to expand county water and wastewater service to Nocatee during the U.S. Highway 17 road expansion. The board had previously voted to approve engineering plans … Find out how to read more online.

Hurricane seminar preps DeSoto residents
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:02PM

DeSoto County residents received a double dose of hurricane awareness June 5 at the Turner Center. Besides learning valuable information on emergency services and hurricane preparedness from local authorities at the DeSoto County Hurricane Seminar, attendees were also alerted to … Find out how to read more online.

County rejects hospital tax
Thu Jun 13 2013 04:08PM

In a unanimous vote, the DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners rejected DeSoto Memorial Hospital’s request to discuss a taxing unit ordinance at a public hearing. The hospital has been operating at a loss since 2007, and is projecting fiscal … Find out how to read more online.

Hospital seeks taxpayer help
Thu Jun 6 2013 08:00AM

After years of operating in the red, DeSoto Memorial Hospital administration is asking county taxpayers to help the facility turn a profit. The move comes as DMH’s board of directors, acting under a state mandate, voted unanimously Thursday to keep … Find out how to read more online.

FWC changes tarpon rules
Thu Jun 13 2013 08:00AM

LAKELAND — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted 4-3 to move forward with new rules that would change the definition of snagging as it relates to tarpon and would limit a specific type of fishing gear in Boca … Find out how to read more online.

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