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Honduras trip haunts Goodin

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:36 Last Updated on Saturday, 04 September 2010 17:28 Written by Ken Garner

Gordon Goodin said Tuesday that a 2005 trip to Honduras weighed heavily against him in last week’s universal primary.

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Clinic provides a hand up, not a hand out

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:34 Written by Jennifer Hensley

Ten years ago, Fred Cornett and his wife Shirley set out to make a difference in their community.

One clinic, a clothing store and a network of services later, it’s safe to say they have.

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Lamar embarks on energy-saving endeavor

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:32 Written by Sandi Kemp

Lamar Advertising Co. billboards from Pensacola through Destin are sporting new solar panels as part of a $12.5-million project that will place solar or wind power on 1,370 Lamar billboards throughout the state of Florida.

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Pensacola man sentenced to 60 years

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:32 Written by Jennifer Hensley

A Pensacola man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for crimes he committed in Santa Rosa County.

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Duck, duck derby

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:31 Written by Jennifer Hensley

The Navarre Krewe of Jesters organization is gearing up for its third annual Rubber Duck Derby to be held at Juana’s Pagodas on Sept. 6.

According to organizer Wayne Hall, the event isn’t just a fun way to spend a sunny afternoon – though he promises it will be – it is a vital means for raising much-needed funds for the well-known philanthropic organization.

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Raiders edge Pace in KO classic

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:30 Written by Jim Miller

Winning a Kickoff Classic doesn’t count toward a team’s overall won-and-lost record, but when Navarre held on to beat visiting Pace 22-19 Aug. 27, it had special meaning. It marked the first time that the Raiders have ever beaten the Patriots on the gridiron.

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Science teacher makes the grade

Wednesday, 01 September 2010 11:28 Written by Jennifer Hensley

When it comes to science, Kathy Moore knows her stuff.

This decorated teacher and one-time administrator considers herself a life-long learner and now, thanks to a prestigious fellowship program, Moore is on the forefront of an initiative designed to recruit students into a field that she worries may soon be desperate for help.

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