Former Tampa Bay Rays pitching coach Chuck Hernandez joins USF's staff

By Greg Auman, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, September 7, 2010 TAMPA — For the second time this summer, USF baseball coach Lelo Prado is filling a spot on his staff with a familiar name with major-league experience. Prado announced Tuesday that former Rays, Angels and Tigers pitching coach Chuck Hernandez has been hired to coach the Bulls' pitchers. "(Hernandez is) the final piece of the puzzle ...

Former Armwood star Ryne Gidins chose USF over Florida, who the Bulls play this week

By Greg Auman, Times Staff Writer Tuesday, September 7, 2010 TAMPA — USF and Florida have never met on a football field, so with a meeting in Gainesville coming Saturday, the closest thing the Bulls can claim to a victory against the Gators came Jan. 10, 2009, just two days after Florida won its second national championship. In the middle of a key recruiting weekend, Armwood defensive end Ryne ...

Family Mourns Loss Of Son In Wyoming Crash

A former Chaminade-Madonna high school football player was killed in a crash in Colorado over the weekend. Ruben Narcisse, 19, who was on the University of Wyoming's football team, was a passenger in a truck with three other people when the driver reportedly fell asleep at the wheel and careened off the highway about six miles south of the Wyoming-Colorado state line.

Mistaken Identity Leads To Orlando Woman's Arrest

The family of an Orlando woman who was wrongfully arrested over the weekend in a case of mistaken identity in Broward County say something has to be done to prevent something like this from every happening again.

Florida football news: Gators' WRs disappoint in week one

Florida's unproven wide receivers failed to shed that label in their season opener Saturday.

Florida football news: Gators' WRs disappoint in week one

Florida's unproven wide receivers failed to shed that label in their season opener Saturday.

Florida football news: Gators' WRs disappoint in week one

Florida's unproven wide receivers failed to shed that label in their season opener Saturday.

Tuesday's International Football Results

(Home teams listed first) 2012 European Championship Qualifying Group A Austria 2, Kazakhstan 0 Germany 6, Azerbaijan 1 Turkey 3, Belgium 2 Group B Ireland 3, Andorra 1 Macedonia 2, Armenia 2 Russia 0, Slovakia 1 Group C Italy 5, Faeroe Islands 0 Serbia 1, Slovenia 1 Group D Albania 1, Luxembourg 0 Bosnia-Herzegovina 0, France 2 Belarus 0, Romania 0 Group E Hungary 2, Moldova 1 Netherlands 2 ...

Miami Dolphins: Parcells Stepping Aside, Injuries and Moves Suggest Trouble

Miami Dolphin fans, the team from South Florida, the team with so many lofty expectations, your team and mine, is in trouble. I know that many of you will pass this article off as another "doom and gloom" prophecy, but if you take a good hard look at the troubling news that has surrounded the Dolphins, especially in the last week, there are precious few positive conclusions you can draw with ...

Florida Investor Drops Suit Over Losses on Lehman-Backed Gas Supply Bonds

A Florida investor dropped a lawsuit claiming he lost $150,000 on tax-exempt bonds guaranteed by Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. for a gas-supply contract after his broker said the bonds were backed by the state of Georgia.

Florida Investor Drops Suit Over Losses on Lehman-Backed Gas Supply Bonds

A Florida investor dropped a lawsuit claiming he lost $150,000 on tax-exempt bonds guaranteed by Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. for a gas-supply contract after his broker said the bonds were backed by the state of Georgia.

Lauderdale job fair Sept. 14

Job fair: AARP teams up with The Employment Guide for a job fair 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, at The African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

Golf View Penthouse Condo Rental now available through Fort Myers Beach Vacation Rental Company

Lahaina Island Accommodations, a Fort Myers Beach, FL vacation rental company, announced today that they have added a new golf view penthouse condo rental with panoramic Gulf views to their properties.Located in a luxury complex on the south side of Fort Myers Beach, FL, the three-bedroom, two-bath bay front condominium features high ceilings, a spacious floor plan, oversized terrace...

USF Bulls go from I-AA opponent Stony Brook to No. 8 Florida in one week

After a 59-14 win over Stony Brook to kick off the Skip Holtz era at USF, the Bulls travel to Gainesville in Week Two to face arguably the most daunting challenge in program history, as No. 8 UF and USF collide for the first time on the football field Saturday at 12:21 p.m. Florida overcame a lackluster performance over the weekend to defeat Miami (OH) 34-12.

Miami's Ireland takes on more duties

MIAMI, Sept. 7 (UPI) -- Miami Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland has taken on responsibility for all aspects of the NFL team and support staff, the Dolphins said Tuesday. Miami Dolphins - NFL - Jeff Ireland - National Football League - sport

Prudential Florida Realty Hosts Florida Social Media Summit Presented by Allan Dalton

RISMEDIA, September 8, 2010—Prudential Florida Realty, Florida Real Estate Services is hosting the upcoming Florida Social Media Summit, taking place on September 14th and 15th, 2010. The highly anticipated event will be presented by RISMedia’s Chief Marketing Officer and…

Trata Greek Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Great Food, No Gimmicks

To see more photos from Trata Greek Taverna, click here . You know that old saying from the Reese's peanut butter cup commercial: Peanut butter and chocolate...

South Florida-Florida Preview

After watching Tim Tebow successfully lead his offense for three seasons, Florida coach Urban Meyer was far from pleased after his first game without his Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback. The eighth-ranked Gators will try to move past a mistake-filled opener as it welcomes South Florida to Ben Hill Griffin Stadium for the first time Saturday.

Florida Dog Loves Motorcycles and Water Skiing

A man and his best friend are turning heads in a Florida beach community. You might see them cruising on a motorcycle, or even out water-skiing.

Rex, Woody Visit Sealed Revis Deal For Jets

Darrelle Revis and Rex Ryan looked at each other, huddled in a conference room in Florida, and immediately knew they had the same game plan. The New York Jets' star cornerback wanted to get back on the football field.

Controversial high school diplomas create turmoil at Keiser University

Keiser University in Fort Lauderdale enrolled 74 students since 2009 whose high school diplomas come from a controversial Texas online school.

Florida Senate Race: On Charlie Crist and Flip-Flopping

Florida Senate candidate Charlie Crist fights flip-flopping charges as the GOP's Marco Rubio surges ahead in some polls and the Democrats' Kendrick Meek appeals to the left

Florida Senate Race: On Charlie Crist and Flip-Flopping

Florida Senate candidate Charlie Crist fights flip-flopping charges as the GOP's Marco Rubio surges ahead in some polls and the Democrats' Kendrick Meek appeals to the left

Cason Hopes to Bolster Tuskers Running Attack

ORLANDO, FL - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2010- The Florida Tuskers running back position has been a hot topic in training camp ever since Head Coach Jay Gruden brought in four legitimate National Football League veterans to battle for the starting job.

Florida Senate Candidates Turn Positive In Ads

After months of negative campaigning, the three major U.S. Senate candidates are focusing on positive messages instead of attacking each other. At least for now.

Guest editorial: It’s no movie: city’s officials, residents, paper misled about film school plans

On Sept. 10, 2009, Eve Samples, a columnist for this newspaper, wrote: “After scouting Sarasota, Palm Beach County and other locales, (Textor and his team) ultimately committed to St. Lucie County, where they are trying to finalize a deal to bring the new studio and a branch of Florida State University’s Film School to town.”

Orlando mom mistaken for suspected prostitute, jailed after cruise

CIMAS, NOAA research conduct innovative investigations to study Hurricane Earl

( University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science ) As Hurricane Earl threatened the east coast of the US, hurricane scientists from NOAA Research's Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory and colleagues from the University of Miami's Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies conducted 18 hurricane hunter research flights, including the first ...

4 Arrests In South Florida Prostitution Ring Bust

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Boca Raton Police Department have arrested four Broward residents for allegedly running a prostitution ring.

West Bank settlements loom as Mideast peace talks head for Jerusalem

Adding a day of talks in Jerusalem is thought to demonstrate the seriousness of the Mideast peace talks between Hillary Clinton, Benjamin Netanyahu, and Mahmoud Abbas. A moratorium on West Bank settlement construction expires Sept. 26.

News by location

Get local and national news updates via E-mail. More AP Top 25 voters are buying into Boise State as the No. 1 team in the country.

Audio slideshow! USF prepares for Gators

It's back!! We have our first audio slideshow of the new season, as Times online sports editor Frank Pastor and I talk about USF's season-opening win against Stony Brook and look ahead to Saturday's trip up to Gainesville to play the No. 8 Gators. Lots of great pics from the Times' Scott McIntyre, so please check it out. ...

Florida plummets, Boise State gains ground in Top 25

Florida dropped four spots to No. 8 after a sloppy 34-12 victory against Miami (Ohio).

Death row inmate sues victims' family

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 7 (UPI) -- A Florida death row inmate lost his lawsuit claiming the pickup truck for which he killed his victims is rightfully his. Death row - Florida - Crime and Justice - Death Penalty - Opposing Views

FSU School of Hospitality Celebrates 2nd Annual Wine and Food Festival

The Second Annual North Florida Wine and Food Festival, a five-day series of events featuring fine wines and tantalizing foods, will take place this week, Sept. 8-12, in Tallahassee.

Miami-Ohio St. Preview

Ohio State's stunning upset of Miami in the 2003 Fiesta Bowl didn't just give the Buckeyes their first national title in 32 years, it helped one of college football's flagship programs return to perennial powerhouse status. The Hurricanes are hoping a win in Columbus can have the same effect.

Florida plummets, Boise State gains ground in Top 25

No. 8 Florida dropped four spots after a sloppy 34-12 victory against Miami (Ohio) and Boise State has gained seven first-place votes to close in on No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 Ohio State as the top three in the first regular season Associated Press football poll.

Fort Myers school earns accreditation

Father Anglim Academy is pleased to announce that the school is now accredited through the Florida Catholic Conference.

USF baseball adds former big-league pitching coach Hernandez

TAMPA The University of South Florida baseball team hired former Major League pitching coach Chuck Hernandez to be its pitching coach, head coach Lelo Prado announced Tuesday.

Two in a Row for Townsend

Frederick, MD - Frederick Keys first baseman Tyler Townsend has been named Carolina League Player of the Week for games played between August 30th and September 5th.

University of Miami's party school rep drops

"I know a girl everyone calls Firecrotch," drawls Alex, a blond, 21-year-old surfer chick wearing flip-flops and a loosely braided side ponytail. "And it's not because she's a redhead." "She was at a house party, was really tanked, and about to piss her pants. The line for the bathroom wa...

Four Roads Announces New Calendar and Event Management Application to Extend Telligent Platform

TAMPA, FLORIDA--(Marketwire - 09/07/10) - Four Roads , a technology consultancy and professional services firm, announced today the release of Chronos, a new calendar and event management application to extend the Telligent Evolution social platform. Launched in 2007, Four Roads is dedicated to helping customers build a dynamic online presence through social media. With customers ranging from ...

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.

Miami-Born Football Player Dies In Colorado Crash

A Miami-born football player who played for the University of Wyoming died in car accident Monday when the pick up truck he was riding in careened off a Colorado highway, officials with the university said in a statement.

West County booters poised for strong soccer season

The West County has long been a hot-bed for boys high school soccer, thanks in large part to the strong El Mo teams of the early 90’s, and the nearly two decades of dominance enjoyed by Analy.

FHP: Custody Battle Ends In Disney Parking Lot

Troopers said they were called to the Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World on Tuesday morning for a custody fight that ended in the theme park's parking lot.

Deputies: North Fort Myers man pulls gun on woman who refused kiss

A North Fort Myers man was arrested Monday on a charge of assault with a deadly weapon without intent to kill after deputies say he pulled a gun on a...

UTEP Named Tops for Hispanic MBAs

HispanicBusiness Magazine has named the University of Texas at El Paso the top graduate business school for Hispanics in the nation, ahead of New York University, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Miami and the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Florida comes to town; check tax records

The Arkansas Republican Party is bringing in a Florida resident for a GOP campaign fund-raiser Sept. 19. Maybe they could sit him down for a round of tax-related questions along with gubernatorial nominee Jim Keet. We're talking, of course, about Mike Huckabee. The county assessor's records currently show that the Huckabee manse on Silverwood Trail in North Little Rock carries a homestead ...

New link on USF Bulls page

You might have noticed a new feature on Tampabay.com's USF Bulls page . We've added a widget from APtop25.com, which will show Bulls coverage from papers near and far. It also links into the APtop25.com site, which has interactive polls and other content, including pages devoted to every school in Division I-A.