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March expected to remain wetter and colder than normal Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 8:02PMWintry temperatures are largely past, however
Special Opportunities That Can Double Your Money Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 3:40PMWhy one investor is looking where nobody else is.
Kansas City International Airport Passenger Traffic Up 1.3 Percent in January Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 7:41AMAir cargo tonnages, down 15.1 percent.
Clark County firefighters profit from sick leave policy Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 4:13AMClark County’s firefighters call in sick almost twice as often as rank-and-file county employees and at about four times the rate of management. The numbers have a commissioner claiming they are gaming the system to get more overtime.
Events include Grammy winners, AIDS fundraiser Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 11:24PMAssociated Press - March 5, 2010 12:15 AM ET OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Here is a roundup of weekend activities throughout the state of Oklahoma. Because of weather conditions, call ahead:
N.O. airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:36PMAccording to a survey by J.D. Power and Associates, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport slid behind numerous peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010.
Market Commentary and Intraday News Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:23PM(AP:NEW ORLEANS) Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport _ a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and conventions _ slid behind its peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010, according to a survey by J.D. Power & Associates.
New Orleans airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:18PMLouis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -- a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and conventions -- slid behind its peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010, according to a survey by J.D.
NO airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 3:13PMNEW ORLEANS (AP) - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and business conventions - slid behind numerous peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010.
New Orleans airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:25PMNEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport — a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and conventions — slid behind its peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010, according to a survey by J.D. Power & Associates.
NO airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:43PMAssociated Press - March 3, 2010 2:34 PM ET NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport - a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and business...
Armstrong airport sees traveler rankings drop Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:39PMNEW ORLEANS -- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -- a gateway for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, major sporting events and business conventions -- slid behind numerous peers in traveler satisfaction between 2008 and 2010. That's according to a survey by J.D. Power & Associates. Two years ago, the Kenner airport was ranked fourth among 20 small airports -- those handling fewer than 10 ...
Beautiful Savannah & Its Great Courses Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 10:53AMScenic Savannah, Ga., has had many nicknames in its long and notable history. Among others, it's been known as "Georgia's First City," and has occasionally been referred to as "The Beautiful Lady with the Dirty Face," owing to urban blight that has thankfully been rectified in recent decades.
Sacramento man on trial for taking pot on airplane Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:49AMMatthew Zugsberger checked his luggage at Sacramento International Airport in December 2008, with marijuana bags concealed in a metal dominoes case and duct-taped inside a wetsuit.
County Council votes to help Trident Tech Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 11:29PMCharleston County Council has agreed, against the advice of the county's administrator, to help Trident Technical College fund a new, $30 million building for nursing and science classes.
West Jefferson orthopedic surgeon headed to Haiti Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 4:17PMDr. Daniel Gallagher, an orthopedic surgeon at West Jefferson Medical Center, is scheduled to leave Friday for an eight-day medical mission in Haiti as the Caribbean island nation continues to recover from a Jan. 12 earthquake and scores of aftershocks....
Investing in Investigative Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:18PM2010 duPont winners say strong investigative reporting is smart strategy for...
Weed Wars: Trial for medical pot user begins Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 12:31PMWas Matthew Zugsberger illegally transporting marijuana for sale with his luggage - and pants - stuffed with three pounds pot as he passed through Sacramento International Airport?
OU-Union Reach New Contract Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:13AMOhio University's largest union has a new three year contract.
Were the Olympics worth it for Vancouver? Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:58AMVANCOUVER, Canada — Despite the golden glow of the hockey finale, despite the rousing closing ceremonies farewell, there is an ineffable sadness in the streets of Vancouver. And the airport is jammed with tens of thousands of weary people, seemingly desperate to get out of town.
U.S. 23 Traffic Stops End With Six Drug Arrests; Four from Cabell County Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:43AMThe flow of illegal drugs down U.S. 23 into the Huntington area took another hit the past few days.
Boil Water Advisory on for Parts of Dunbar Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:13PMSome West Virginia American Water customers in Dunbar will need to boil their water for at least one minute before using.
Can United weather Delta threat in Duluth? Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:27AMDelta Air Lines' plans to add more Duluth-Twin Cities flights and bring back big jets seemed like good news last month.
The Big Easy Prepares to Welcome Aviation Leaders for the 15th Annual Boyd Group International Aviation Forecast ... Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:00AMNEW ORLEANS -- The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is proud to announce that Boyd Group International has selected New Orleans as the site of their 15th Annual International Aviation Forecast Summit -- the #1 aviation forecast conference.
What's happening in and around New Orleans: Monday, March 1, 2010 Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 2:14AMMONDAY'S CALENDAR LITERARY EVENTS Love Jane Austen? Take part in the annual Jane Austen Festival. For more info, go to www.janeaustenfestival.orgJane Austen Festival Competition Entries for the "Perfect Love Letter" Contest will be accepted through Wed. The letter must be...
‘The Breach’ Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 9:05PMRhodessa, dressed in an orange prison jumper from South Africa (orange the universal prison attire, like a brand), appears with a whip. All the sensations: cold, hard, eerie darkness, unfamiliar sounds, smells, give the audience plenty to contemplate, especially those in the first two rows where the whip spinning in Rhodessa’s hand over our heads, which she then flicks, we feel, too close to our ...
Airport Check-in: Free Wi-Fi on the rise, but it still isn't common Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:16PMTravelers want free Wi-Fi, but some airports are hesitant to shoulder the costs.
Mexico holds potential for rebuilding Arizona economy Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:19AMArizona has to look beyond Sonora, change its attitude toward visitors and find new strengths to take advantage of Mexican border.
Ohio Leaders Want Money to Fight Foreclosures Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:08PMOhio leaders say the state was unfairly omitted from a new $1.5 billion federal program to fight mortgage foreclosures.
Iraqi Students Head to WVU Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:08PMAn initiative to educate young Iraqis in America has already produced 13 applications and two engineering school acceptances at West Virginia University.
Doctor Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Medicare Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:07PMA doctor at a southern West Virginia pain clinic has pleaded guilty to allowing staff members to use his federal drug registration number to issue prescriptions.
A "Thrilling" Night at the Apollo Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:53PMOrganizers say since Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5 got their start at the original Apollo, it only made sense to pay tribute to the King of Pop.
Huntington Budget Talks Begin Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:52PMOn the chopping block this week: revenue, contingencies, the Police Department, City Council, city clerk, human resources, and the legal department.
A rolling Saints tribute Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:13PML’Observateur LAPLACE – Anyone can try to call themselves the number one New Orleans Saints fan, but few devoted “Who Dats” can say they are willing to do what Daniel “Hollywood” Richardson did to his truck.
Barboursville Couple Honeymooning in Tsunami Zone, Relieved Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:08PMJoseph and City Jefferson are on the island of Maui for a little R&R, but now they are moving to higher ground hoping to stay safe during the storm.
Super Tax Site Saturday Provides Free Tax Help Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:07PMThere is still more than a month until your taxes are due, but the stress of getting the task accomplished still weighs heavily on the minds of many.
Marshall Alumni Center Opens Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 3:22PMNine million dollars later, the Marshall University's Alumni Center has a new home in Foundation Hall.
Where are you going? Breaking the airport codes Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 2:06PMWe've all heard tales of passengers en route to Boston (BOS) having their suitcase end up in Bogota (BOG), or sunning on the sands of Daytona Beach (DAB) while their swimsuit and flip-flops languish in Dayton, Ohio (DAY). Is there a method to this three-letter madness? Yes - sort of, and, in some cases, not really.
Families Trying to Adjust After Devastating Fire Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 12:22AMLosing everything is never easy, and starting over is even harder for one family preparing for a new addition.
Two Shootings Have Mason County Deputies Searching for Answers Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:23PMOne person is serious condition after being shot three times.
Small Towns Dealing with Another Round of Snow Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 10:07PMThe town of Sutton, nestled between the mountains of Braxton County, has seen its fair share of snow through the years, but still there's no getting used to this winter.
Friday Marked the 38th Anniversary of the Buffalo Creek Disaster Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 9:52PMWhile our region dealt with snow Friday, 38 years ago on Feb. 26 a devastating flood killed 125 people.
Long-Running Wrestling Rivalry Continues Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:23PMOne long-running rivalry at the West Virginia State High School Wrestling Tournament in Huntington has a "coming and going" sort of connection this year.
Breathing Device for Coal Miners Recalled Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:37PMA belt-worn breathing device that coal miners count on to save their lives during fires and other accidents is being recalled because of a problem with the oxygen starter.
ACT Test Canceled in South Charleston Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:38PMThe ACT Test scheduled on Saturday, Feb. 27, in South Charleston has been canceled, organizers say.
YouthBuild Program Building Bright Futures Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:23PMYou've heard the saying -- "If you build it, they will come." A local organization is hoping young high school dropouts will come in order to rebuild their lives.
Ohio Extends Temporary Health Insurance Program Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 5:52PMOhio Gov. Ted Strickland has signed a bill extending health insurance to jobless Ohioans for three additional months under the state's mini-COBRA law.
Kentucky Kids Alert Program Sends Recall Notices Statewide Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 5:37PMThousands of Kentucky child care facilities will receive information about children's products that have been recalled as part of a new state program.
W.Va. Agency Issues Permit for Coal-to-Gas Plant Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:58PMWest Virginia regulators have approved an air pollution permit for a proposed coal-to-gasoline plant in Mingo County. The facility is expected to turn 3 million tons of coal a year into methanol that would then be converted into as many as 756,000 gallons of gasoline a day.
Bunning Criticized for Stand on Jobless Benefits Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:28PMKentucky Democrats are criticizing Republican U.S. Sen. Jim Bunning for blocking an extension of unemployment benefits for workers who lost jobs in the economic recession.