Orlando's gay community center open to all, director says

Randy Stephens took over as executive director of the Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Community Center of Central Florida in May. A former attorney and lobbyist, Stephens moved to Orlando in 1999 and became politically active in the Human Rights Campaign.

Last Tuesday, The Miami Student reported that the Farmer School of Business (FSB) is using half of the energy of comparable buildings on campus.

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

WASHINGTON — Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, a slow flow of funds that has made a limited impact on the state's dire job market.

TV producers bringing firm, 117 jobs to Lakewood Ranch

LAKEWOOD RANCH — The Sarasota County Film Commission laid the foundation some time ago.

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

WASHINGTON — Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, a slow flow of funds that has made a limited impact on the state's dire job market.

Florida slow to spend federal stimulus cash

WASHINGTON — Florida agencies have spent only about 40 percent of their share of federal stimulus money, a slow flow of funds that has made a limited impact on the state's dire job market.

For-profit schools grow -- as do complaints

The advertisements are everywhere -- on local television stations it's Everest Institute, or Brown Mackie College. On South Florida highway billboards, it's the University of Phoenix. All are selling a quick, convenient college education, and the dream of a better life.

Sarasota and Manatee fall behind in fiber race

They say speed kills. But on the Internet, speed innovates, speed enables and speed creates jobs.

Sarasota and Manatee fall behind in fiber race

They say speed kills. But on the Internet, speed innovates, speed enables and speed creates jobs.

Hidden gem

Old U.S. 301 at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport may not be top-of-mind when it comes

Crew caught more than 100 redfish

GO FISHING is a look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Bill Miller.

Florida fests offer vacation fun close by

Summer is over but there's nothing to keep you home this month. Check out some of the events around the state and plan a mini-vacation.

Many minorities, women helped build Orlando Magic's Amway Center

Orlando and Magic officials say NBA arena's construction brought jobs, contracts to minority community, women When Eugene Roberson Jr. buys a ticket to an Orlando Magic game in the soon-to-open Amway Center, there may be no one better at picking the best seat.

South Florida Bulls coach Skip Holtz debuts with win

By John Romano, Times Sports Columnist Saturday, September 4, 2010 TAMPA — The program has had bigger days. For that matter, the coach has, too. Still, you have to admit they looked good together Saturday night, the football team in search of a new direction and its hot new coach pointed on the rise. The Skip Holtz era has begun at South Florida, and even if the game was insignificant, the ...

Florida's offense has little bite in season opener

Florida struggles against Miami of Ohio until the fourth quarter. Florida struggles against Miami of Ohio until the fourth quarter.

Florida's offense has little bite in season opener

Florida struggles against Miami of Ohio until the fourth quarter. Florida struggles against Miami of Ohio until the fourth quarter.

KC priest finishes bike tour that raised awareness about poverty

KEY WEST, Fla. | A Jesuit priest from Kansas City arrived in Key West on Saturday after a 5,000-mile bike ride to raise awareness about poverty. The Rev. Matt Ruhl of St. Francis Xavier Church touched his bike’s front tire to a Florida Keys icon — the marker for the Southernmost Point in the continental U.S. Ruhl and 11 others made the trek from Cape Flattery, Wash. The tour lasted 99 days and ...

KC priest finishes bike tour that raised awareness about poverty

KEY WEST, Fla. | A Jesuit priest from Kansas City arrived in Key West on Saturday after a 5,000-mile bike ride to raise awareness about poverty. The Rev. Matt Ruhl of St. Francis Xavier Church touched his bike’s front tire to a Florida Keys icon — the marker for the Southernmost Point in the continental U.S. Ruhl and 11 others made the trek from Cape Flattery, Wash. The tour lasted 99 days and ...

Miami Hurricanes looking for redemption against Ohio State

The memories are still painful for Ken Dorsey and his former UM teammates who played in the 2003 Fiesta Bowl. They're hoping for a different outcome when the teams meet again Saturday.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut ties with receiver Michael Clayton, get roster down to 53 players

By Rick Stroud, Times Staff Writer Saturday, September 4, 2010 TAMPA — Here's how far and fast Michael Clayton has fallen. The Bucs kept seven — count them — seven receivers when they reached the NFL's 53-player roster limit Saturday. Clayton wasn't one of them. The Bucs ended the relationship with their enigmatic receiver by releasing Clayton, whom they will pay not to play this season. It was ...

Daniels leads South Florida past Stony Brook 59-14

South Florida launched the Skip Holtz era with an unexpected star sharing the spotlight. Joel Miller, the reserve who was involved in a locker room incident that led to the firing of former coach Jim Leavitt after last season, scored the first touchdown of his college career in Saturday night's 59-14 season-opening rout of Stony Brook.

USF Alzheimer's center rising above shortcomings in research

A panel found results disappointing nationwide but recommended a course USF already follows.

Jesuit priest finishes bike tour for poverty

Key West, Fla. (AP) -- A Kansas City Jesuit priest has arrived in Key West after his 5,000-mile bike ride to raise awareness about poverty. The Rev. Matthew Ruhl touched his bike's front tire Saturday to a Florida Keys icon -- the Southernmost Point in the continental United States.

Jesuit priest finishes bike tour for poverty

Key West, Fla. (AP) -- A Kansas City Jesuit priest has arrived in Key West after his 5,000-mile bike ride to raise awareness about poverty. The Rev. Matthew Ruhl touched his bike's front tire Saturday to a Florida Keys icon -- the Southernmost Point in the continental United States.

USF home opener

Saturday marked a new era for the U.S.F. Bulls. They kicked off the first game under their new coach and fans couldn't be more excited.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers news and notes

By Rick Stroud, Times Staff Writer Saturday, September 4, 2010 The brownout? Although the news is good for WR Reggie Brown , one of seven receivers on the roster, he has work to do. The six-year veteran isn't a big special teams contributor and likely will have to improve that part of his game or be one of the team's top three wideouts to be active on Sundays. "Reggie is going to have to have a ...

B.J. Daniels shines, South Florida begins Skip Holtz era with 59-14 victory over Stony Brook

TAMPA, Fla. - B.J. Daniels threw for 264 yards and two touchdowns Saturday night, helping South Florida launch the Skip Holtz era with a 59-14 rout of Stony Brook in the season opener for both teams.

Florida Gators have unpromising start to season

Florida began the post-Tim Tebow era unimpressively, committing mistakes galore in a much-too close victory over heavy underdog Miami (Ohio).

Florida Gators have unpromising start to season

Florida began the post-Tim Tebow era unimpressively, committing mistakes galore in a much-too close victory over heavy underdog Miami (Ohio).

USF Bulls 59, Stony Brook 14

USF quarterback B.J. Daniels flips into the end zone for a 4-yard touchdown to tie the score at 14 in the first quarter.

Central Florida downs Coyotes, 38-7

ORLANDO, Fla. -- As expected, Central Florida did just aboutwhat it wanted to offensively against the University of SouthDakota in a 38-7 victory in the football season opener for bothteams in front of 34,373 at Brighthouse Networks Stadium hereSaturday.

Florida panel takes aim at legal injustices

QB Rob Calabrese early strong start leads Central Florida in a 38-7 win against South Dakota

ORLANDO, Fla. - Rob Calabrese strengthened his hold on Central Florida's starting quarterback job, completing his first nine passes and throwing for 176 yards and a touchdown in a 38-7 over South Dakota on Saturday.

Florida St. barely challenged in Fisher's debut

TALLAHASSEE -- For the first time in 34 years, a Florida State football season started without Bobby Bowden on the sideline. It's Jimbo Fisher's team now, though against Samford it hardly mattered who was coaching the Seminoles. Fisher began his career as Florida State coach with the easiest of victories as Christian Ponder threw four touchdown passes and the 20th-ranked Seminoles celebrated the ...

Florida Man Killed In UPS Crash In Dubai

Crew members from Kentucky and Florida were identified Saturday as the two people killed when a UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff outside Dubai.

Dogs get their day at fairgrounds event

The Florida Kennel Club's Tampa Bay and Pasco chapters marked AKC Responsible Dog Owner Day at the Florida State Fairgrounds on Saturday with a festival.

FSU's speedy returner Greg Reid makes Samford pay for kicking to him

Florida vs. Miami (Ohio): final 34-12

FSU pounds Samford 59-6 to win Jimbo Fisher's debut

Live blog: USF football opener vs. Stony Brook

Greetings from Raymond James Stadium, where the Skip Holtz era of USF football kicks off tonight against I-AA Stony Brook. We'll be live-blogging throughout the game, so join in on the conversation and send us your questions and comments. ... USF football vs. Stony Brook

Florida 'Bad News' Gators stumble to win over Miami

GAINESVILLE — It's a new era of Florida football: The Bad News Gators.

20th-ranked FSU routs Samford

Florida begins life after Tebow with win over Miami-Ohio

Investigative reporter Chuck Hendrick exposed Florida drug trade, fraud

By Andrew Meacham, Times Staff Writer Saturday, September 4, 2010 TAMPA — Investigative reporter Chuck Hendrick met police on undercover drug busts, a gun in the glove box. He untangled the mechanics of the international drug trade, from their point of shipment to the laundering of profits. He treated mobsters, physicians, police officers and elected officials with equal distrust and made ...

Florida CB Jenkins injures elbow in opener

No. 4 Florida could be without starting cornerback Moses Jenkins next week against South Florida. Jenkins injured his left elbow in Saturday's season opener against Miami (Ohio), and coach Urban Meyer says he's not sure how long the senior will be sidelined. Jenkins missed most of last season because of post-concussion symptoms.

Florida CB Jenkins injures elbow in opener

No. 4 Florida could be without starting cornerback Moses Jenkins next week against South Florida. Jenkins injured his left elbow in Saturday's season opener against Miami (Ohio), and coach Urban Meyer says he's not sure how long the senior will be sidelined. Jenkins missed most of last season because of post-concussion symptoms.

Florida beats Miami (Ohio) 34-12

Update: The Florida Gators’ offense was out of synch today in a sluggish 34-12 victory over Miami of Ohio in Gainesville. Miami took an early 3-0 lead before the Gators’ Janoris Jenkins intercepted a Zac Dysert pass and returned it 70 yards to help Florida take the lead for good at 7-0. Bad snaps and turnovers plagued the Gators throughout the game, negating much of their offensive output. John ...

Florida beats Miami (Ohio) 34-12

Update: The Florida Gators’ offense was out of synch today in a sluggish 34-12 victory over Miami of Ohio in Gainesville. Miami took an early 3-0 lead before the Gators’ Janoris Jenkins intercepted a Zac Dysert pass and returned it 70 yards to help Florida take the lead for good at 7-0. Bad snaps and turnovers plagued the Gators throughout the game, negating much of their offensive output. John ...