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Plan to Extend FAMU Way Delayed

By Tom Flanigan

Tallahassee, FL – Budget cuts have claimed a major Tallahassee street project, at least for now. Tom Flanigan has the story.

Road Projects on Fast Track

By James Call

Tallahassee, Florida – Governor Charlie Crist says road projects will stimulate Florida's economy. James Call has the story.

McCollum Tackles Malarkey

By James Call

Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum is launching a statewide investigation into companies offering credit-repair and debt-relief services.

Tallahassee, FL – AG says: Be suspicious of someone offering to fix your credit. James Call explains.

Local Gang Members Sentenced

By Nada Herbly

Tallahassee, FL – Two Gadsden County gang members were sentenced today. Nada Herbly has the story.

Teaching Our Children Money Management

By Gina Jordan

TALLAHASSEE, FL – With all the dismal news about the economy, WFSU has been airing a series of reports on financial advice. Gina Jordan offers some tips on what parents should teach their children about money.

Dealing With Debt

By Margie Menzel

Tallahassee, FL – This is Financial Planning Week in the state of Florida...and given the steady barrage of bad economic news, consumers need sound advice about money. Margie Menzel asked two of the most knowledgeable men in the state.

Alert System for Missing Elderly Instituted

By Tom Flanigan

Tallahassee, FL – Florida now has a statewide alert system to help find elderly folks who wind up missing. Tom Flanigan has the story.

Gadsden County Hospital to Reopen in 2009

By Lynn Hatter

Quincy, FL – The reopening of Gadsden County's hospital moved a step closer to reality this week. Lynn Hatter has more.

Local Hotel Robbed

By Nada Herbly

Tallahassee, FL – A Tallahassee hotel was robbed on Wednesday morning. Nada Herbly reports.

Local Man Shot

By Nada Herbly

Tallahassee, FL – A Tallahassee man was shot early Wednesday morning. Nada Herbly spoke with a representative from the Police Department.

Gas Returns to the Southeast

By Trimmel Gomes

Tallahassee, FL – Fuel shortages in parts of the Southeast could persist for days as refiners continue to recover after Hurricanes Ike and Gustav. But some hard hit areas that have seen long lines and empty pumps are slowly recovering. Florida Public Radio's Trimmel Gomes reports.

Local Animal Shelter in Need

By Nada Herbly

Monticello, FL – Monticello's animal shelter is facing a funding crisis. Nada Herbly spoke with the Humane Society of Jefferson County's Sheila Gailey, who heads the shelter.

Jefferson County Humane Society
1250 Mamie Scott Dr.
Monticello, FL 32345

(850)342-0244

High Court Denies Gambling Compact Rehearing

By James Call

Tallahassee, FL – The Florida Supreme Court, Thursday, denied Gov. Charlie Crist's request for a rehearing on the Seminole tribal case. James Call reports, the ruling makes final the high court's July decision invalidating a compact between the Governor's office and the tribe.

Land Deal to Preserve Everglades

By James Call

Tallahassee, FL – A giant land deal intended to help preserve the everglades is taking longer than expected. James Call reports, Negotiations for the state to buy U.S. Sugar Corporations property in south Florida will continue past the November 30th deadline set by Governor Charlie Crist.

Dealing With Economic Downturn

By Gina Jordan

Tallahassee – How is the economy affecting businesses in North Florida? That was the focus of the 7th annual community poll conducted by the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce. Gina Jordan spoke with one businessman who found a way to make things better for his employees.

Circle K Employee Arrested

By Tom Flanigan

Tallahassee, FL – Another convenience store robbery in Tallahassee. But, as Tom Flanigan reports, this one appears to be an inside job.

Crist Approves Budget Transfer

By James Call

Tallahassee, FL – A special panel of Florida lawmakers today approved Gov. Charlie Crist's request to transfer $672.4 million from a budget stabilization fund to fill a hole in the state budget. James Call reports that transfer covers less than half of a projected deficit.

Legislative Budget Commission to Convene

By James Call

Tallahassee, FL – The Legislative Budget Commission convenes Wednesday to authorize the transfer of $672 million from cash in the state's savings account to its checking account. James Call reports the money is needed to fill a gap created by a downturn in the collection of taxes.

Tropical Storm Hanna to Bring Rain

By Trimmel Gomes

Tallahassee, FL – Tropical Storm Hanna is not expected to make a direct hit on Florida but officials are concerned about the potential rainfall it will bring to areas already drenched by Tropical Storm Fay. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Florida Focuses on Ike

By Trimmel Gomes

Tallahassee, FL – Florida is starting to shift its focus from Tropical storm Hanna to Ike, a dangerous category four hurricane further out in the Atlantic. Florida public Radio's Trimmel Gomes reports.

"Stay Vigilant" Urges Governor Crist

By Trimmel Gomes

Tallahassee, FL – Governor Charlie Crist says he knows people are weary of the storms but he is urging Floridians to stay vigilant. Trimmel Gomes has more.

Amendments Five, Seven and Nine Off Ballot

By James Call

Tallahassee, FL – Florida educators are celebrating a Supreme Court decision throwing off the November ballots amendments 5, 7 and 9. Florida Education Association President Andy Ford released a statement within minutes of the court decision calling the ruling a victory for everyone in the state. James Call reports.

Three Tropical Storms

By Trimmel Gomes

Tallahassee, FL – As the state of Louisiana cleans up from hurricane Gustav, Floridians are being advised to keep their eyes on three tropical storms in the Atlantic. Trimmel Gomes reports.

Homeland Security Prepared for Gustav

By Tom Flanigan

Tallahassee – Three years ago this week, Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and the surrounding Gulf Coast. Lack of planning and a disorganized response made the disaster even worse. Now federal officials say they're ready as Hurricane Gustav draws a bead on the same area. Tom Flanigan reports

FHP Promotes "Hands Across the Border"

By Tom Flanigan

Tallahassee, Fl – The Labor Day weekend is one of the deadliest holidays when it comes to traffic crashes. Twenty-three people died on Florida's roads last Labor Day and about a third of the deaths were alcohol related. Florida Highway Patrol Major Tim Ashley says there will be no mercy for impaired drivers this weekend.

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