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Exonerated NC man seeks pardon from governor - The Sun News

RALEIGH, N.C. -- A North Carolina man exonerated after serving more than 16 years in prison for murder is seeking an official pardon from the governor, which could bring him cash. Forty-seven-year-old Greg Taylor went to Gov. Beverly Perdue's office ...

Fatal car crash has Russians seething - The Sun News

MOSCOW -- A fatal car crash in downtown Moscow has exposed growing public anger at officials who seem to live above the law, as they flout the rules of the road and endanger the lives of ordinary Russians. A black Mercedes with a flashing blue light ...

30 North Carolina Coast Condos to be Auctioned Regardless of Price - Forbes

ATLANTIC BEACH, N.C., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualified buyers will have the opportunity to purchase income producing condotel units on North Carolina's Crystal Coast this month. United Country - The Redfield Group [ www.redfieldgroup.com ] is ...

Patient deals with snow storm to receive liver transplant - WABC

ATLANTIC BEACH, Long Island (WABC) -- Last week's snow storm almost caused one person not to receive a liver transplant. Mak Steinbock has a new lease on life thanks to the coordinated efforts of police in New York City and Nassau County. Early ...

Tasty libations lurk at Jellies Bar in Delray Beach - Pbpulse

This week’s bar: Jellies Bar at The Atlantic Grille The scene: Part of The Seagate Hotel & Spa, a luxury boutique hotel that opened last November in Delray Beach, the Atlantic Grille’s Jellies Bar boasts a block-long terrace on Atlantic Avenue ...

Delray CRA considering nonprofit for spot on West Atlantic - Fort Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel

The 2.3-acre lot on West Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach is thought to be a prime piece of real estate ideal for retail, office and residential space that can bring tax revenue to the cash-strapped city. But the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment ...

Myrtle Beach business leaders to meet with Canadian tourism officials - Greenville News

Following on the heels of the inaugural Porter Airlines flight from Toronto, about 30 Grand Strand business leaders will fly to Canada on Thursday to attend a series of tourism events, with some continuing to London and Berlin. The group, led by the ...

Officers whisk LI woman through storm to lifesaving surgery - Newsday

It was a race for Mak Steinbock's life. Amid a raging snowstorm, Nassau County and New York City police on Friday rushed the Atlantic Beach woman from Long Island to Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx for an emergency liver transplant. Mother ...

Officers whisked woman through storm to lifesaving surgery - Newsday

It was a race for Maryann Steinbock's life. Amid a raging snowstorm, Nassau County and New York City police on Friday rushed the Atlantic Beach woman from Long Island to Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx for an emergency liver transplant. Mother ...

Make My Day - American Reporter

If People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) had their way you would. They've launched a campaign to show the world how stupid they can be - I mean, to rename fish as "sea kittens." Those crazy kids over at PETA want to improve the fish's ...

Open Question: Is this good for a 6th Grader?

My little sister is in 6th grade and I found a piece of her writing. We both love to write together, and so i'm asking if the 1st paragraph to a little book she's been writing is good: I sat by my bedroom window and let the gentle wind from the Atlantic Ocean fill my bedroom & mind. It was never often I got to do this, for I was almost always busy doing homework, chores, or off doing something else. From my bedroom window, I could see the oceans and the sailboats that glided across the ocean's mighty blue surface. White, puffy clouds that sat in the blue sky were like the seagulls- just waiting for something to come along on the beach and harm that being that came onto your beach; whether it be a real seagull ready to take your sandwich away, or if it was the white puffy cloud, ready to turn into a raincloud, and make you pack your bags and go home- soaked. Yes, a Seagull has once stolen my Sandwich, but when I was much younger. It seems like today, that Puffy White Raincloud has turned into a raincloud....My life was once lived as a Happy-Go-Lucky teenage girl, who had great parents, great friends, and a great boyfriend. But it almost seems like all of those things have snapped into a million pieces. I become focused once again, as I hear my Father call me from downstairs-His voice like a Lion-Ready to yell. --------- That was the 1st paragraph, please let me know what you think of my Sister's story so far. Thanks! more

Open Question: Where should I take my kids for summer vacation?

I live in Ottawa Canada, so would like something on east coast, willing to go to US, no more than 2 days drive or major city that would have cheap air fare. Like the idea of a beach (Ocean) vacation. Would like to go for 1 week, maybe 10 days. Looking to spend around $2000 total. Any ideas? In the past we've gone to Sesame Place/Philadelphia/Atlantic City, Mt Tremblant, Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls more

Open Question: information about daytona beach?

i am going on vacation with my parents and myself who is 20 and am trying to find a good vacation spot on the beach. We have been looking into daytona beach but have read mixed reviews with a lot of ppl saying its run down....We prefer the atlantic coast but are open to the west coast of florida. We don't want to pay anymore then $130 a night. Something that has at least convenience stores or restraunts withing walking distance. A place where there is stuff for all of us to do but also still stuff that i can go off on my own and do, in the area(doesn`t have to be walking distance). Also if u can recommend hotels or attractions that would be great! Any suggestions would be much appreciated. more

Voting Question: Palm Beach Atlantic University?

Is this a good school? How likely are my friend and I to get accepted to this school? My GPA is around a 3.2 and my SAT score is around a 1700 and hers is around a 3.2 also and her SAT score is around a 1500. Also, how strict is this school? Is it very religious? Thanks. more

Resolved Question: njpw ajpw wwf wcw wwe japan wrestling dvds?

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Voting Question: Random survey?? Easy?

Soda or beer? New York City or Chicago? Las Vegas or Atlantic City? Beach or resort? The All-American Rejects or Owl City? Lady Gaga or Ke$sha? On your birthday...Surprise party with ALL your friends or the whole day to yourself with ur bf or gf? iPod nano or touch? wii or xbox? dolls or stuffed animals? more

Resolved Question: which beaches are better in florida? gulf or atlantic?

Voting Question: What motels in Myrtle Beach let you be 18 and rent a room?

Hi, thanks for answering my question! My friend and I are doing our own personal graduation trip to Myrtle Beach in the summer, and I wanted to know what motels/hotels let you be 18 an rent a room? I will be 17 and my friend will be 18 at that time. The Sea Mist resort recommended me to the motel Atlantic Paradise, but I wanted to see if their were other options we could consider. Thanks for answering my question! more

Voting Question: Best beach in Florida for spring break?

My friends and I are planning on going to Florida for spring break. We want to go for a little less than a week, and don't have a lot of money, so we are looking for a fun beach that's fairly inexpensive. What are the best warm beaches for Spring Break? Also, is there a difference between the Gulf beaches and the Atlantic beaches? thanks! more

Resolved Question: New York City vs Los Angeles, am I right?

Okay so I just want to see what people think of my perceptions of these cities. To give some background, I grew up in Northern New Jersey very close to New York City and am currently living in Chicago for school. I have been to LA maybe a dozen times to visit family. From these experiences I have found that people in LA love to rave about the "great" weather, but I personally enjoy the changing of the seasons. I have found LA to be polluted, to have very poor urban planning with no central downtown and terrible traffic, but I will admit the beaches are nice. As an east coaster I have noticed that people in other parts of the country view us as mean and standoffish. From an outsiders perspective I can understand that, but this is just the language of the people. People in every region of the U.S. have different characteristics. East Coasters are fast paced, Midwesterners are extremely nice, Southerners have a psuedo-niceness about them and West Coasters are airheads. Knowing NYC pretty well, I would honestly have to say that NYC beats out all other cities in the U.S. in nearly every category, with the exception of weather. Plus if you are a career oriented person looking to attain success, LA is not the place to be. As they say if you can "make it" in New York, you can make it anywhere. Many people tend to forget that they call it the east coast because we also live on an ocean! The Atlantic is beautiful and has a unique feel in every state from Maine to Florida. So my final verdict is that LA has nice weather, but its infrastructure and people are turn offs. NYC on the other hand provides the full alpha world city experience, is where people go to become successful, but is expensive. I know this may seem offensive to West Coasters, but its more ridiculous to even debate which city is better. New York City is the reason why people visit America, its history and culture represent the roots of this country. So just be proud that you live in a country with such a city. more

Resolved Question: What is the best hotel to stay at in Atlantic City for a single woman?

I'll be there on business/pleasure for a couple of days in late June. I'd like nice cocktail lounges, close to beach, but nothing loud. more

Resolved Question: Where should I visit in Central America for rain forest and beaches?

also pacific or atlantic side? central america or caribbean? more

Resolved Question: Teen romance excerpt...what do you think?

The following is an excerpt from a short piece I have casually been working on: My question is: Does the dialogue sound like teen dialogue and does the general feel of the passage sound friendly and casual? Also, does it sound like there is, perhaps, a crush between the two? The following morning, Jake went for a jog on the beach. There, he came across Emily. She was sitting alone on the sands, watching the sun rise over the calm waters of the Atlantic as its rays cast a gorgeous golden sheen on the surface. She was a pretty girl, her eyes a beautiful shade of dark green, and her hair was a rich and radiant golden blonde reaching down to her chest. She sat with her knees bent, clutched to her chest. “Hey, Em,” he said, sitting down in the sand next to her, “you're lookin' cute today.” She smiled, always finding it difficult to be in a bad mood around him. “You too,” she said, looking up at him, “what's up?” “Not much,” he replied, sifting the sand through his fingers, “how's your summer been?” “It's been okay,” she answered, “but it would be a lot better if I hadn't torn my Achilles tendon.” She adjusted the bandage wrapped around tightly around her thin ankle. “How'd that happen?” “You don't wanna know. The point is that I've been stuck in the house for the past month,” she whined. “Well, at least your party was a success last week,” he reminded her. “Yeah,” she agreed, “it all went pretty well. I missed seeing you there, though since you didn't show up.” He laughed. “Emily, I'm sorry,” he said lightheartedly, “but I got tied up that night doing homework.” She cast him a slightly put-off look. “You missed my party because you were doing homework? On a Friday night?” she asked indignantly. “Well — yeah, but...I--” he stumbled over his words, afraid that he had upset her. “Relax, I'm just kidding,” she said, smiling, “but seriously, Jake, you need to learn to have a little fun. It seems like you're always working!” “Oh, believe me, I heard plenty of that from Alexa before we broke up a few weeks ago,” he replied. (End of excerpt) more

Voting Question: when will florida get hotter?

i live in atlantic beach (near jacksonville) florida, and i wanted to know when it will get hotter, like hot enough to swim and wear tank tops and stuff more

Voting Question: Does it sound like there is an attraction between the two in this excerpt?

Voting Question: Does it seem like there is an attraction between the two in this excerpt?

Voting Question: Does the language in this excerpt sound casual?

Resolved Question: cheap ocean front cities in florida?

My finance and I are going to be moving to the east coast of florida soon and we are trying to find a city comparable to Daytona Beach. We liked it there cause of how beautiful the city was at night off south atlantic street in daytona beach shores area. But it was also cheap. We also liked the fact you could live on the ocean for a fair price. Anyone have any recommendations for somewhere similar to go? more

Resolved Question: Does anyone know what this is that I found washed up on shore?

I found it washed up on the beach one day on the Atlantic coast. Does anyone know what it could be? Its very smooth and just a little heavier than it looks. Here is a picture of it: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v695/JynxedWings/Mobile%20Uploads/downsized_0211002206.jpg Any ideas? more

Resolved Question: What would it mean in a dream to see a bird die?

I had a dream an hour ago during the day that I was looking out the window, (it was a rainy North Atlantic beach that I saw) and all of a sudden a grey/white bird flew into the window and died. (it had flown right into the window in front of me) I went outside and saw some sort of animal carry it away, off into the water.. (I have no memory of what exactly the animal looked like, other than it was black and furry, and seemed to be wild; like the fur was ruffled up. I wasn't sure how many legs it had or any other details though.) Then I woke up. What would be an interpretation of this dream? Would it even mean anything other than "I shouldn't have had Taco Bell for lunch"? more

Resolved Question: Does the writing in this excerpt sound casual?

The following is an excerpt from a short piece I have casually been working on: My question is: Does the dialogue sound like teen dialogue and does the general feel of the passage sound friendly and casual? Also, does it sound like there is, perhaps, a crush between the two? The following morning, Jake went for a jog on the beach. There, he came across Emily. She was sitting alone on the sand, watching the sun rise over the calm waters of the Atlantic. She sat with her knees bent, clutched to her chest. She wore a dark blue hoodie, skinny jeans, and flip-flops. “Hey, girl,” he said, sitting down in the sand next to her. “Hey,” she said, looking up at him, “what's up?” “Not much,” he replied, sifting the sand through his fingers, “how have Alex's friends been treating you?” “They've all been so nice to me,” she remarked, “especially Corinne.” There was a silence for a moment, filled only by the cries of the Laughing Gulls and the crashing of the waves along the shore. “I get the feeling that you two were pretty close at one time,” she added, perhaps as an off-hand remark, but it was clear she wanted to know more. “Yeah...” Jake replied awkwardly, “we were. Well, not really. She and I went out on a couple of dates a few years back when I was staying here in New Jersey for the summer. It didn't work out.” “Why not?” “She and I just didn't have enough in common,” he answered, continuing to pick up and drop the bits of sand between his fingers. “Oh,” Emily responded, effectively ending the discussion there. “So what do you think of Alex?” “Aw, she's great,” she said, smiling, and showing off her perfectly white teeth, “and she's really cute when she's with Eric.” more

Resolved Question: HELP!!! Difficult Question!?

On Florida's Atlantic beaches during the summer, winds tend to blow from the ocean during the day and from the land at night. Which of the following statements explains the patterns of theses Florida wind? a. The tides alter the wind direction patterns. b. The land heats up more slowly than the water. c. The land heats up more rapidly than the water. d. The water evaporates more rapidly from the ocean. more

Resolved Question: Can I have some help with my character?

I need a city/town for my characters to live in. The story is about an underwater city. The city is located between North America, and the bottom of Europe and top of Africa. So it's in the Atlantic ocean. I need my character to live in the USA, and close to where the underwater city is. Like a state that is next to the Atlantic ocean, something like North Carolina or something. The city/town has to be right on the beach, and I'd prefer it if it weren't a really small town (like Forks in Twilight). It has to have a university/college. I don't live in the US, so it's a bit harder for me. I know it's best to write about a place you know or make up your own, but I need the place to be where I described. The story will mostly be set in the underwater city, anyways. Any ideas? more

Resolved Question: Where in Florida can I find the best beach/water?

Ok, so I am moving to Florida in the next year. I go about twice a year and search different beaches but am never going to have time to search them all. I am looking for a place among the warmest cities through winter because I hate the cold, so from Sarasota south bound, with beautiful sand (like the white sand found on Miami or Siesta Key) and definitely that beautiful aqua colored water. I don't like the Atlantic because the water is too dark. Miami beach is the only acception on the Atlantic side because it is aqua colored for some reason. I love Key West but the beaches suck so if there is anyone who lives in Florida that could give me a list of the best beaches that match this criteria it'd be great. Thanks so much! more

Voting Question: Kind of a different question for this section, but does this sound like casual, teen relationship chat?

The following is an excerpt from a short piece I have casually been working on: My question is: Does the dialogue sound like teen dialogue and does the general feel of the passage sound friendly and casual? The following morning, Jake went for a jog on the beach. There, he came across Emily. She was sitting alone on the sand, watching the sun rise over the calm waters of the Atlantic. She sat with her knees bent, clutched to her chest. She wore a dark blue hoodie, skinny jeans, and flip-flops. “Hey, girl,” he said, sitting down in the sand next to her. “Hey,” she said, looking up at him, “what's up?” “Not much,” he replied, sifting the sand through his fingers, “how have Alex's friends been treating you?” “They've all been so nice to me,” she remarked, “especially Corinne.” There was a silence for a moment, filled only by the cries of the Laughing Gulls and the crashing of the waves along the shore. “I get the feeling that you two were pretty close at one time,” she added, perhaps as an off-hand remark, but it was clear she wanted to know more. “Yeah...” Jake replied awkwardly, “we were. Well, not really. She and I went out on a couple of dates a few years back when I was staying here in New Jersey for the summer. It didn't work out.” “Why not?” “She and I just didn't have enough in common,” he answered, continuing to pick up and drop the bits of sand between his fingers. “Oh,” Emily responded, effectively ending the discussion there. “So what do you think of Alex?” “Aw, she's great,” she said, smiling, and showing off her perfectly white teeth, “and she's really cute when she's with Eric.” more

Voting Question: Does this sound casual?

The following is an excerpt from a short piece I have casually been working on: My question is: Does the dialogue sound like teen dialogue and does the general feel of the passage sound friendly and casual? The following morning, Jake went for a jog on the beach. There, he came across Emily. She was sitting alone on the sand, watching the sun rise over the calm waters of the Atlantic. She sat with her knees bent, clutched to her chest. She wore a dark blue hoodie, skinny jeans, and flip-flops. “Hey, girl,” he said, sitting down in the sand next to her. “Hey,” she said, looking up at him, “what's up?” “Not much,” he replied, sifting the sand through his fingers, “how have Alex's friends been treating you?” “They've all been so nice to me,” she remarked, “especially Corinne.” There was a silence for a moment, filled only by the cries of the Laughing Gulls and the crashing of the waves along the shore. “I get the feeling that you two were pretty close at one time,” she added, perhaps as an off-hand remark, but it was clear she wanted to know more. “Yeah...” Jake replied awkwardly, “we were. Well, not really. She and I went out on a couple of dates a few years back when I was staying here in New Jersey for the summer. It didn't work out.” “Why not?” “She and I just didn't have enough in common,” he answered, continuing to pick up and drop the bits of sand between his fingers. “Oh,” Emily responded, effectively ending the discussion there. “So what do you think of Alex?” “Aw, she's great,” she said, smiling, and showing off her perfectly white teeth, “and she's really cute when she's with Eric.” more

Resolved Question: Does the writing sound casual?

The following is an excerpt from a short piece I have casually been working on: My question is: Does the dialogue sound like teen dialogue and does the general feel of the passage sound friendly and casual? The following morning, Jake went for a jog on the beach. There, he came across Emily. She was sitting alone on the sand, watching the sun rise over the calm waters of the Atlantic. She sat with her knees bent, clutched to her chest. She wore a dark blue hoodie, skinny jeans, and flip-flops. “Hey, girl,” he said, sitting down in the sand next to her. “Hey,” she said, looking up at him, “what's up?” “Not much,” he replied, sifting the sand through his fingers, “how have Alex's friends been treating you?” “They've all been so nice to me,” she remarked, “especially Corinne.” There was a silence for a moment, filled only by the cries of the Laughing Gulls and the crashing of the waves along the shore. “I get the feeling that you two were pretty close at one time,” she added, perhaps as an off-hand remark, but it was clear she wanted to know more. “Yeah...” Jake replied awkwardly, “we were. Well, not really. She and I went out on a couple of dates a few years back when I was staying here in New Jersey for the summer. It didn't work out.” “Why not?” “She and I just didn't have enough in common,” he answered, continuing to pick up and drop the bits of sand between his fingers. “Oh,” Emily responded, effectively ending the discussion there. “So what do you think of Alex?” “Aw, she's great,” she said, smiling, and showing off her perfectly white teeth, “and she's really cute when she's with Eric.” more

Resolved Question: Which beaches are close to Orlando?

I would like to visit a really nice beach and I have already been to Cocoa Beach and want to try something new. What beaches are within and hour or so? Either Atlantic and Gulf are fine. more

Resolved Question: How long does it take to drive from Toronto to New Jersey Shore?

To be more exact, Atlantic City: http://www.shore-guide.com/beaches/beach-map-1a.jpg more

Resolved Question: Vacation Rentals in Daytona Beach?

I am going on a trip with 10 others to Daytona Beach Florida and I am looking for places.We are a group of 11 and are 22y/o. We can split into two groups but it would be nice if we could stay together. We are looking for a place within walking distance to 100 Atlantic Ave. Does not have to be ocean front but we want to be close to the beach. Anyone know of any places, or good spots on the web to look. I have been looking on google, but having a hard time finding a place. more

Resolved Question: Does anyone live near Virginia Beach who lived there around 1947?

I lived on Atlantic or Pacific Ave. I had a friend named Lloyd who was Black. His mother invited me over to play with her son Lloyd. Later I was told that the White Woman said I could not come back. I am white. I still remember him, he should be about my age 69 or 70. I would like to contact him. My email is: edwardevoe@yahoo. com / I do not remember his last name. Thank you. more

Resolved Question: Need Help Vacation Planning- Kids, Beach, East Coast, Night Life?

We are planning our family vacation this year and need some advice. We would like to have the following: 1. East Coast Beach that is good for a family (have a one and two year old) but.... 2. We want a night life (We are going with Grandma and Grandpap who want to babysit at night and Mommy and Daddy want to go out with their Aunts and Uncles) 3. A casino for a few fun nights of gambling Please don't recommend Atlantic City. The M-I-L would cringe if she even thought we were going out to gamble, if you were to recommend AC, please tell me somewhere we could stay close to there that is nice, but far enough away! Thanks! more

Resolved Question: Affordable vacation beach house for rent near Orlando?

Looking for a beach house to rent near Orlando- about an hour away on the Atlantic side. Looking for 4 beds 3 baths since there will be 6 adults and 5 children. Hoping for under 2500 a week. There's so many listings online I'm hoping someone can provide me will a good rental website that can allow me to put in my price to narrow the search listings, or someone who has contact info for somewhere they have stayed before. Thanks :) more

Resolved Question: Beach with calm waters about an hour away from Orlando on Atlantic side?

I'm trying to pick the best spot to vacation on the beach in FL that's close to Orlando. I did a lot of research and it sounds like the calmer better beaches are on the Gulf side, but 2 hours is just too far away when traveling with a child about a year old. However, it sounds like the Atlantic side beaches like cocoa and daytona are kind of unsafe for children. Is there ANY beach that's family friendly/ calm waters about an hour from Orlando? Or am I out of luck?Is new smynra any good? more

Resolved Question: Cape Verde or Israel?

I'm thinking of taking a 3 week holiday the last few weeks of March and was thinking of Cape Verde Islands or Israel. Are either of these two destinations good place to visit weather wise at this time? I was thinking of getting flights only for Cape Verde and doing a mix of backpacking, car hire and also traditional holiday stuff as well staying in hotels some nights on the beach and chilling. I was planning on hopping around a whole bunch of the islands and exploring, possible also taking tent with me... but I've heard that the Atlantic wind can be quite strong and I'm not sure on the camping rules there? Any advice from people who have been to Cape Verde, national, or Cape Verdean or Brits who have lived or do live there would be very much appreciated. I wanted to opt for Cape Verde because it seems a lot less spoilt than the Canaries and there's more of them do with a wide range of scenery and culture. As for Israel, getting there's not the problem I believe accommodation can be quite expensive? Any advice on cheaper priced accommodation would be great. I was probably looking at Tel Aviv as the base, maybe Eilat, and then doing a few excursion to Jerusalem, The Dead Sea and other historic and holy sites etc. Thanks for any recommendation, advice, and sharing any of your experiences in these countries. Thanks very much, John more

Resolved Question: The Queen Mary was one of the larges ocean liners of the mid-twentieth century, crossing the Atlantic Ocean?

1000 times. The ship is now a tourist attraction at Long Beach, California. Given that the mass of the Queen Mary is 7.5X10^7 kg and her maximum cruising speed was 57 km/h, what would be the kinetic energy of the ship at maximum speed? more

Resolved Question: Crescent Beach Condo on Atlantic Ave in Cocoa Beach Florida?

Has anyone ever stayed at the Crescent Beach Condos that are on atlantic ave in cocoa beach? Just wondering how nice they are. We are planning on vacationing there next month. We are renting this from a friends of friends family.. so just trying to know what to expect. Thanks for you help. more

Resolved Question: Atlantic ave in cocoa beach florida?

We are going to Cocoa Beach Florida in a few months and are staying on Atlantic Ave in a Condo. I was wanting to know if there is much to do on Atlantic ave. Restaurants, anything for kids-- or is it a street full of condo and hotels? more

Voting Question: Palm Beach Atlantic University's Pharmacy School?

Hi guys, I would like to know if anyone attends this university (it's in west palm beach, FL by the way) and whether they offer quality education. I would also like to know whether they have a good pharmacy school. Thanx.... more

Resolved Question: Atlantic Beach,NC....what to do?

Family of 4 here.... two girls ages 9 and 1. Anything you can recommend doing in Atlantic Beach, NC? I have never been there but I was told there was an amusement park with rides? Is that true? Is this a family town? Would be 9 year old daughter be bored without a friend to bring along? more

Resolved Question: Do you think a criminal justice,public administration,or sociology degree will enhance a paralegal degree?

I have my AS in paralegal studies and I'm looking to complete a bachelors which one do you think will implement the degree I already have?I live in Miramar,FL I'm thinking about attending Barry Uni., St.Thomas Uni.,FAU,Nova Southeastern Uni.,or Palm Beach Atlantic University. Thanks! more

Voting Question: Spanish speaking people please help me translate this correctly!!!!!!!?

I am doing a Spanish project and I just read the top of the page and it says it has to be written in Spanish and not in English. I just wrote the whole thing in English because that is what we usually do for culture projects. I would use a translator but they are never accurate. Please please please help! Thank you!! Here is what needs to be translated from English to Spanish: Uruguay is surrounded on three sides by water. To the west is the Uruguay River. To the southwest is the Rio de la Plata. The Atlantic Ocean is in the southeast. Brazil lies to the north of Uruguay. Capital The capital of Uruguay is called Montevideo. Montevideo is a port and is Uruguay’s largest city consisting of over 1,000,000 people. It was established in 1726 originally as a military base and is located in the south part of the country. Population Uruguay’s population is about 3.5 million people. 8810 are of European descent. President Dr. Tabare Vazquez is the current president, elected October 31st, 2004. The climate is mild. Uruguay has warm to hot summers and cool to cold winters. During the winter, Uruguay sometimes gets polar air because of its latitude. In the summer, however, it gets tropical air from Brazil. History Uruguay was originally settled by the Spanish and Portugese in the 1600’s. The Spanish used cattle. They became a factor in the increase of wealth of the country. The capital, Montevideo was founded mostly because of its natural harbor. Culture Because of the different conquerors and immigrants, Uruguay has a diverse culture. The architecture varies from Colonial fortresses to modern urban areas. There are many writers, artists, and musicians. Carlos Vilaro is one of the well known sculptors of Uruguay. There is even a carnival similar to Mardi Gras. Tourist Attractions There are modern skyscrapers, cathedrals, and historic areas in Montevideo, the capital. The historic district called “Old Town” is a popular attration. In the summer, there are beaches and resorts. The beautiful Punta del Diablo is also popular with the tourists. Thank you so much!!!! 10 points for best answer!!Thank you!!!! did you use a translator?Thank you rokerita too!! more

Resolved Question: How's Palm Beach Atlantic University?

I'm going to apply there. and i was wondering... how's the campus life and how's the school's system? is that a good school?? more

Resolved Question: What is your favorite vacation spot? What sets it apart from others ?

My favorite vacation spot is Punta Del Este, Uruguay (South America). Some of the best landscape and beaches in the world (off the coast of the Atlantic Ocean). Beautiful women everywhere; great restaurants, you can walk around anywhere while drinking alcohol, great nightlife, elegant and luxurious etc. The best place in the world! more

Resolved Question: Where do you think me and my fiance should honeymoon at, and what can we do there?

I'm getting married, and I would like your opinion on where you think a 20 and 19 year old would have fun and what can we do there besides shopping and sight seeing. The places are...Fort Lauderdale,Miami, Daytona Beach,Orlando, Las Vegas, San Diego,Palm Springs, New Orleans. Nashville,Puerto Vallarta,Mazatlan, Acapulco,Cancun, Puerto RicoSt. Maarten Atlantic City, and Myrtle Beach more

Resolved Question: Was I caught in a rip tide? Was I in danger?

Well this happened like a few months ago but i've been wondering about it so I figured I'd ask. I was at the beach during a cloudy day in August ( I think the news said a storm or something was developing in the Atlantic Ocean). The waves were hitting the beach pretty hard and at one beach the waves were creating a tide or something that was reaching all the way to where cars were parked on the beach, forcing the officials to close that particular beach down. So anyway me and my friends went to another beach that was still open we had our body boards and decided to get in the water. We was having fun and I one point I decided to go a little further out to where the water was up to my chest (I'm 6'2 so i guess the water was +5ft deep or something.) So then A rather large swell was coming but I didn't want to ride it so I jumped over it and when the came back down the water was to my chest but I didn't feel no land under my feet! So I tried to use my swimming skills to get back to beach but it felt like I was getting sucked in. So then I don't know what happen ( I can't remember whether I was panicking yet or not) but i accidentally let go of my board which was tied to my wrist and somehow a wave came which took me back to shore and I tumbled back onto the beach. I went to tell my friends what happened but they just said "o rly" and I stopped caring and went to go body board again ( i didn't go as far, but that may have been because I lost my string). Then I remembered this guy at a local school getting killed at the beach by something called riptide. Was what I experienced riptide or was that me just being stupid in the ocean?I think you should be able to get your points back if no one answers your question more

Resolved Question: does this make sense? 10 points best answer!?

i am doing this project, but i am not sure if this paragraph makes sense, if not can u help me? the bahamas a beautiful place and the best vacation spot ever. You can find miles of beaches combined with caves, rain forest, and hills, and you have never seen such an exiting sunset until you have seen it set over the Atlantic Ocean. The Bahamas is such a favorite vacation destination because of its beaches and entertainment. does it make sense? btw this in the introduction paragraph more

Resolved Question: does this sound right? 10 easy points!!!!!!!!?

how do i make this soiund right? 10 points to best answer (i think i should order the sentences a different way. can you help me?) The Bahamas is a stunning place, and it’s the best vacation spot ever. You can find miles of beaches combined with caves and rainforest, hills and mountains, and you have never seen such an exciting sun set until you have seen it set over the Atlantic Ocean. The Bahamas is the number one vacation destination for everybody. The Bahamas is such a favorite vacation destination because of its beaches and entertainment.this is actually only a piece of the paper i have 2 other short paragraphs more

Resolved Question: Would you like to know about the Florida Crazy Law?

Florida Crazy Law Penalty for horse theft is death by hanging. It is considered an offense to shower naked. Looking for more dumb laws? Check out DumbLaws.com! You are not allowed to break more than three dishes per day, or chip the edges of more than four cups and/or saucers. It is illegal to block any traveled wagon road. Women may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer, as can the salon owner. If an elephant is left tied to a parking meter, the parking fee has to be paid just as it would for a vehicle. It is illegal to sing in a public place while attired in a swimsuit. You may not fart in a public place after 6 P.M. on Thursdays. Men may not be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown. It is illegal to skateboard without a license. A special law prohibits unmarried women from parachuting on Sunday or she shall risk arrest, fine, and/or jailing. Having sexual relations with a porcupine is illegal. Big Pine Key It is illegal to molest a Key deer. If caught one will be fined or will have to go to jail. Cape Coral It is against the city ordinance to hang your clothes outside on a clothesline. It it illegal to park a pick-up truck in your driveway or in front of your house on the street. This law is limited to only those who do not own the house. (Repealed 2000) Daytona Beach Sec. 10-56. While intoxicated, under influence of narcotics, prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to swim or bathe in that portion of the Atlantic Ocean within the corporate limits of the city when under the influence of intoxicating liquor or narcotic drugs to the extent that his or her normal faculties are impaired. (Code 1955, § 28-64) Sec. 18-2. Weeds, trash, etc., as a public nuisance; removal by property owner or by city at owner's expense; notice and hearing; lien for expenses. (a) The existence of weeds, trash, undergrowth, brush, filth, garbage or other refuse on any lot, tract or parcel of land within the city which has caused the property to become, or which may reasonably cause the property to become infested, or inhabited by rodents, vermin or wild animals, or may furnish a breeding place for mosquitoes or threatens the public health, safety or welfare, or may reasonably cause disease or adversely affects and impairs the economic welfare of the adjacent property, is declared to constitute a public nuisance and is hereby prohibited. Sec. 22-44. Storage, depositing prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person, either as owner, occupant, lessee, agent, tenant, or otherwise, to store or deposit, or cause or permit to be stored or deposited, any abandoned, junked or discarded motor vehicle or motor vehicles upon any public or private property within the city. (Code 1955, § 20-11) The molestation of trash cans is banned. Hialeah Ambling and strolling is a misdemeanor. Sec. 3-1. Bird sanctuary declared. (a) It is hereby declared that all territory embraced within the corporate limits of the municipality shall be a bird sanctuary. (b) It shall be unlawful for any person within the municipality to shoot, trap or in any manner kill, wound or maim any bird of any kind, or at any time to throw at any birds of any kind any missile with slingshots or any other weapon, or to disturb their eggs or their young or their nests. (Ord. No. 8-59, §§ 1, 2, 8-10-59) Jupiter Inlet Colony Inlet Key West Chickens are considered a 'protected species'. Miami Sec. 8-3. Bell or other warning device. No person shall operate a bicycle unless it is equipped with a bell or device capable of giving a signal audible for a distance of at least 100 feet, but no bicycle shall be equipped with, nor shall any person use upon a bicycle, any siren or whistle. (Code 1967, § 8-3; Code 1980, § 8-3) It is illegal for men to be seen publicly in any kind of strapless gown. Pensacola A women can be fined (only after death), for being electrocuted in a bath-tub because of using self-beautification utensils. It is illegal to roll a barrel on any street, fines go up according to the contents of the barrel. Citizens may not be caught downtown without at least 10 dollars on their person. Pinecrest In order to operate a burglar alarm, a permit must be obtained. Sec. 12-23. Registration required; application; transferability; false statements. (a)All persons must complete and submit to the village an emergency contact registration form for their alarm if they operate or cause to be operated an alarm system in the village. A separate registration is required for each alarm system. Upon receipt of a completed registration form, the police department shall issue a numbered alarm sticker to the applicant to facilitate retrieval of registration information. (Ord. No. 97-17, § 1, 10-14-97) Sanford Stage nudity is banned, with the exception of "bona fide" theatrical performances. Violating this ordinance results in a more

Resolved Question: can you please check my English essay and correct it.?

“ Hurry up Katie, we are getting late. Are you in your room?” mom yelled from the kitchen downstairs. “Yes, mom I will be there in a minute” I yelled back from my room, while packing all the stuffs we might need at the beach. “Yes, finally we are going to the beach” I said to myself. Looking forward to this day since the beginning of my Summer vacation. The beach is one of my favorite place to go during the summer. In a rush picking up my bag went downstairs in a hasty that I almost tripped down the stairs . Upon arriving downstairs I could see all my family members were ready and enthusiastic for our day at the beach. We packed up our bags in my dad’s car and headed for the Virginia beach, located in the South Hampton Roads area of Virginia, on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. While, sitting in the car in order to not bore myself took my iPod out of my bag and started listening to some cool songs. Knowing that the trip would take approximately 3-4 hours downloaded some new songs as well. Singing along the beat of “Taking Back My Love” by Enrique Iglesias my brother asked if he could borrow my iPod for his enjoyable purpose. After handing the iPod to him, filled with tiredness decided to look out the car’s window. Through the window I happen to gaze my eyes upon the green forests along the road and promptly fell back asleep. Suddenly,the screeching noise of the car woke me up and finally realized our arrival at the beach. I don’t know how long I had fallen asleep for.When I asked my mom she told me I took an hour long nap. Without the waste of any more time I rushed out of the car quickly taking my belongings and strolled towards the beach with my family. Walking through the sand I could feel the hot sand squishing between my toes. The wind blew softly and tousling my hair away from my face. The smell of sun block, salty sea breeze and plastic floaters woke my mind. The sun was shining in my skin. The feeling of relaxation, serene and comfortableness rushed through me after a long time. Oh wow, I could sit here forever and forget about the rest of the world. Surfers in their suits were enjoying surfing at the same speed as the wave. Everyone looked pleased to be here especially my younger brother.He asked me to come with him so I went with him to play with the waves. At first the waves were small but later they were big and amusing. In a little while, my parents joined us too and we enjoyed ourselves keeping up with the waves. Later, we looked for shells, took few photos ,built sand castles. I love making sand castles.It is one of my favorite thing to do at the beach. I even wrote my name on the sea shore but it was gone in no time as the water washed it away. Guess it is a part of life old memories being replaced by the new ones. By the end of the day, I was extremely tired and starving to death. I had way too much fun that day. Finally, we changed and ate delicious food at this pretty restaurant on our way back. I wanted stay at the hotel by the beach but since my parents were busy with their work we couldn’t do so. “We can come to the beach sometime next month again and stay over there for few days” my dad told me in exciting voice. “ Really dad?” I replied back anxiously. I couldn't believe that I am coming to the beach again. The beauty of the ocean is irreplaceable by any other object of the world.I could live there forever and never get tired staring at the deepest blue ocean. more