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Obama says voters may blame him for economy Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:57AM(AP:WASHINGTON) President Barack Obama insisted Friday that the U.S. economy is digging itself out of the deepest recession in decades but conceded that "progress has been painfully slow" and many voters in November's elections may blame him.
A Mint.com for business owners Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:55AMManaging financial data is often a nightmare for small business owners. Most can't afford pricey accountants, and few have the bookkeeping and organizational skills to do the job well themselves.
Obama Meets The Press In White House East Room Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:54AMPresident Barack Obama held his first news conference since May and was peppered with questions on topics ranging from the economy to Osama bin Laden. Obama insisted the economy is improving, but said he understands why some voters may blame the weak recovery on him
Obama says voters may blame him for economy Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:49AMWASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama insisted Friday that the U.S. economy is showing improvement from the deepest recession in decades but conceded the “progress has been painfully slow.” He said he understands that many voters in November’s elections may blame the weak recovery on him.
Obama says Republicans holding country's economic recovery hostage Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:46AMREUTERS WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama accused Republicans on Friday of holding the middle class hostage as he pushed new ideas to stimulate the sluggish U.S. economy and try to reverse Democrats' grim election prospects. With opinion polls showing more Americans questioning his economic leadership, the president used a rare news conference at the White House to hammer home a message that ...
Obama pushes for small-business incentives Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:39AMAt press conference to introduce new economic adviser, president faults opponents of proposed small-business tax breaks that GOP once backed. Small business - Tax break - Business - United States - Barack Obama
Sound at its best Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:36AMTom Dowding and Jenny Garden are planning their annual meet and greet for The Music Room on September 11 and 12. This year’s event will be in a new location, 7020 Massett Street, at the intersection of Selkirk Avenue.
Obama says voters may blame him for economy Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:34AMPresident Barack Obama insisted Friday that the U.S. economy is showing improvement from the deepest recession in decades but conceded the "progress has been painfully slow." He said he understands that many voters in...
Obama says Republicans holding recovery hostage Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:34AMSource: Reuters * Obama defends economic plan in campaign-style comments * President calls on Republicans to back jobs bill * Goolsbee to become top economic adviser to Obama (Adds fresh quotes and details) By ...
Obama says Republicans holding recovery hostage Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 9:27AMWASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama accused Republicans on Friday of holding the middle class hostage as he pushed new ideas to stimulate the sluggish U.S. economy and try to reverse Democrats' grim election prospects.
Jobs report may ease pressure on US Fed Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 7:35PMHigher-than-forecast US private job gains may reduce pressure on Federal Reserve policy makers to add monetary stimulus this month without closing the door to a move later this year, economists said.
Motorists are using parking ramp more than initially expected Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:08PMThe expectations weren't set high, but the city's new parking ramp is exceeding them.
Governor Sanford Tours Small Business Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:56PMFairfield County, SC (WLTX) - On Wednesday Governor Mark Sanford visited a small business in Winnsboro in order to get a better handle on how the economy is affecting their operations.
Similarities abound between Dist. 9 hopefuls Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:27PMConsidering it’s the most Republican of New Hampshire’s 24 Senate districts, it may not be a stretch to say that David Danielson and Raymond White, in facing off for the District 9 Republican nomination in next month’s primary, are battling for outright victory.
Candidates spar for 45th District Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:15PMThe five candidates for the 45th Assembly District shared their views on job creation, education, the state’s budget deficit and how to lower healthcare costs at a candidates’ forum Tuesday evening.
Obama family vacationing in the Gulf Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 6:43AMWASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama is taking his family to the Florida Panhandle this weekend. The trip is billed as part family vacation, part presidential sales pitch, as Obama looks to boost the region's sagging tourism industry in the wake of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Containing costs is focus of Long Hill school board committee Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 5:08AMLONG HILL TWP. – The Board of Education has formed a Cost Containment Committee, a special committee composed of three board members, Brendan P. Rae, who will be chair, Robert Blocker, and Victor Verlezza, according to Board President Lisa Scanlon.
Veterans offered free instruction on starting business in Madison Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 4:39AMMADISON – For veterans who have wanted to start their own business, or already own a small business, Fairleigh Dickinson University’s nationally ranked Rothman Institute of Entrepreneurship will offer a “Veterans Launching Ventures” class.
Lt. Gov. Bolling talks jobs in Henry Co. Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 8:25PMTechnology fund to attract companies, help small businesses grow, expand tourism, and more job training part of 'phase 2'
Coming Events Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 7:30PMDoes your son or daughter have a favourite stuffed animal? Have your child bring "Teddy" or "Fuzzy" to your local Delta library to register for the Stuffed Animal Pet Parade happening at Storytime on Aug. 12 at both Ladner Pioneer Library (2 to 3 p.m.) and Tsawwassen Library (11 a.m. to noon).
Obama's 'View' Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 6:44PMBarack Obama has given a rare daytime TV interview, reflecting on a number of national crises.
Small-town life gets a new 'Vantage Point' Tuesday, August 10, 2010 @ 6:16PMLAKE ELMO - "Write what you know about," says local author Paul Miller. "I knew about growing up in a small town."
Obama Weekly Address: President Rips Republicans For Blocking Small Business Lending Bill (VIDEO) Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 7:36AMWhat's Your Reaction? WASHINGTON - President Barack Obama is going after Senate Republicans who have stymied his proposal to create a $30 billion fund to help unfreeze lending for credit-starved small businesses.
Ex-boss: Hendersonville native William Dathan Holbert had 'Tony Soprano mindset' Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 7:25AMMarie Hoover knew Dathan Holbert as an intelligent, fun-loving guy who always had ideas for new businesses.
U.S. House of Representatives, 5th District Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 7:03AMFour candidates are in the running for a seat with the U.S. House of Representatives, 5th District, Republicans John Kupiec, Rick Wilson and Democrats Dale Kildee and Scott Withers.
Obama Slams GOP's "Do-Nothing Policies" Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 7:01AMAccuses Republicans of "Partisan Maneuvering" to Hold Hostage Lending Bill Directed to Small Businesses
Obama's 'View' Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:41AMBarack Obama has given a rare daytime TV interview, reflecting on a number of national crises.
Local Entrepreneurs in the Running for Pepsi Refresh Grant Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:30AMThe idea of raising fish and growing produce together in an environmentally friendly facility might be a new one, but East Aurorans John Carducci and Garrett Eimiller think it is an idea whose time has come. Now they are hoping other people will see the idea’s potential and support Let-us Fish Eco Farms in the Pepsi Refresh Project.
Business Expo featured 'eco' component this year Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 11:20PMThe folks at Daylight Donuts touted their new store on Cleveland Highway. The city of Dalton showed off ideas for the revitalization of different parts of town. North Georgia Toyota displayed two hybrid cars.
Piedmont postpones filling vacancies Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 1:13PMPIEDMONT — Although they already have two letters from town residents expressing interest in serving on the Piedmont Town Council, the four remaining council members have postponed the appointment of a mayor and council members until their next meeting.
Custer Co. Fair performer touring now, but won't if he's elected Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 1:02PMLAFAYETTE, La. — Between his responsibilities of running for lieutenant governor of Louisiana, preparing for the release of his latest album Aug. 31 and being a spokesperson for protectourcoastline.
Debunking 5 Myths of Entrepreneurial Journalism Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 12:17PMEntrepreneurial journalists spot the seeds of start-ups where others see remnants of the news industry's retreat. Earlier this month, I worked with 19 forward-looking journos who convened at Poynter to get a jumpstart on their new micro-businesses.
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale Chancellor Rita Cheng and her husband, Tom, discuss southeastern Illinois ... Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 12:07PMSouthern Illinois University-Carbondale Chancellor Rita Cheng visited Saline County Wednesday to learn about the region and its issues.
Let the community decide on taxes, Pasco School Board candidate Armstrong says Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 12:03PMPasco School Board candidate Cynthia Armstrong was not among those supporting the board's decision to increase the local property tax rate by 25 cents per $1,000 of assessed value. Without clear public backing, she said, the board should not impose such a tax. "I think it should definitely go on the ballot," Armstrong told the Gradebook. "By having it on the ballot, that will give the School ...
HuffPost Innovators Series: Shutterstock, Mobius Technologies, KOR Water Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 11:52AMIn our latest edition of the HuffPost Innovators series, we're highlighting companies that have some creative solutions to problems big and small. One firm is dedicated to offering literally trillions of shopping options to buyers of men's shirts, and two of the firms are hoping that BP and the U.S. government will use their products to clean up the Gulf oil spill.
Alexander Howard: Will Social Security Get Social Media in the Government 2.0 Age? Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 9:42AMIn 2010, whether Social Security can better deliver on its mission through adopting social media, more data, better e-services and mobile technologies is an open question.
NYSE Readies Floor For 'Next Generation' Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 6:35PMA push to modernize the floor of the New York Stock Exchange by providing a few creature comforts is expected to attract a whole new generation of traders.
New Poll Puts Beebe Just Nine Points Ahead Of GOP Challenger Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:22PMA new Talk Business poll released today, shows November's Arkansas governor race may be tighter than first thought.
Bernanke Dodging Lawmaker Jabs on Rates Holds Back Treasuries Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 12:21AMIt’s an election year and unemployment is high. Congress’s response? Give the Federal Reserve a break.
Despite Adversity San Diego Is an Economic Success Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 12:08AMIt is my contention that the San Diego economy will economically recover faster and stronger than most other regions in the U.S., once the recovery cycle establishes a foothold.
Betting on the Future Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 7:10AMVenture capitalist Ahmad Gomaa talks about the country’s blossoming tech sector and where you should put your money.
Pair mix ingredients of success Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:43AMKrishna and Shiba Bhattarai are striving to bring the flavors of Nepal, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka to store shelves and food service companies. In a building that was once an auto shop, the Salem couple has established their food processing business: Katmandu Foods.
Starting a business from personal basics Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:40AMTHE business started out as Gigie Agtay, Joselle Badilla and Jen Limjuco started purchasing organic spa essentials for their own personal use from another friend based in Manila, Lian dela Cruz-Busto. read more
Charter school serves behavioral, academic needs Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:13AMMANITOWOC - If Angela Beeman realized one thing as her son went through his first years of school, it was that the traditional school setting just wasnt working for him.
District 7 Cuyahoga County Council Democratic primary focusing on crime, jobs, poor neighborhoods Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:13AMThe district includes University Circle, Tremont and Ohio City, but Hough, Glenville and Slavic Village make it the poorerst in the county.
Hot And Fast Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:09AMJuly 18, 2010: The U.S. Department of Defense recently ordered modification kits (for $5,700 each) for M2 12.7mm (.50 caliber) machine-guns. These kits upgrade existing weapons to the M2E2 standard and allow for quick barrel changes. Each barrel weighs 10.9 kg/24 pounds.
GOP candidates for Larimer sheriff share a calling; both men eager to do job Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:00AMJustin Smith has worked in every capacity at the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office except as the head guy himself. The law enforcement major wants to change that this November.
around canton Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 5:00AM“Around Canton” is designed to announce upcoming events taking place in the community. Items will run on a space-available basis. Send details to bkadrich@hometownlife.com
Experts Confirm Favorable Benefit-risk Profile Of Combined Oral Contraceptives Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 4:11AMLeading experts in the fields of gynecology, reproductive endocrinology, hematology and epidemiology have affirmed that for most women the low absolute risks of combined oral contraceptives (COCs) are outweighed by the well-established benefits of hormonal contraception. Their consensus opinion has just been published in the Journal for Family Planning and Reproductive Health (J Fam Plann Reprod ...
Business in brief Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 3:26AM• The Jewett City Savings Bank Foundation is accepting 2010 grant applications from local 501(c)(3), 170(c)(1) organizations and other qualified nonprofits whose work benefits the population served by the Jewett City Savings Bank.