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Duke outlasts Indiana in Pinstripe Bowl

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For those expecting the New Era Pinstripe Bowl to produce a lot of points, they were not disappointed. In the end, Duke came away with a 44-41 victory over Indiana on Saturday at Yankee Stadium in New York. It was the Blue Devils’ first bowl victory since 1961. “We’ve been hearing 1961 since my freshman year,” said Duke center Matt Skura. “It’s been a goal for a long time. It’s not just our senior class that’s been a part of…

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Matt Kenseth wins at Richmond; Chase field set

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Matt Kenseth won the Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond, Virginia,Ā  Saturday night. Teammate Kyle Busch was second and Joey Logano third. Kenseth dominated the field leading 352 of the raceā€™s 400 laps. The victory was Kensethā€™s fourth of the season tying Jimmie Johnson and Busch for the most. Kenseth took the checkered flag, but five other drivers earned their own victories. By finishing seventh, Jeff Gordon earned a spot in the Chase for the Sprint Cup Championship. Gordon is…

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Jeff Gordon, others look for strong finish to make NASCAR Chase

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During the 36-race season, just a few on the NASCAR schedule arguably stand out as races more important than others. These are races where even the casual fan pays some attention. There is no doubt the Daytona 500 in February is the sportā€™s signature event. Few sports begin a season with their marquee event, but stock car racing has done that for more than half a century. Other tradition-rich races include the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, both races in Talladega,…

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Bragan family era comes to an end in pro baseball

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Labor Day marked the end of an era in professional baseball. When the Jacksonville Sunsā€™ final game was rained out, the season and the career of Sunsā€™ owner Peter Bragan, Jr. came to an end. Bragan is relinquishing control of the team, a Miami Marlinsā€™ affiliate, after 31 years to Ken Babby, who purchased the Suns earlier this year. It also marks the first time since 1936 that the Bragan family is not directly involved in professional baseball. Bragan, known…

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Jeb Bush’s “Mission: NEXT” bundler program lands in Miami Sept. 24

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Mission: NEXT, Jeb Bushā€™s NASA-inspired bundler program for young Republicans, lands in Miami next month for a fundraising reception hosted by Jeb Bush, Jr. The event, which focuses on donors under 40, begins 7:30 p.m. Thursday, September 24 at American Social, 690 SW 1st Court in Miami. Evening reception tickets start at $250 ā€“ with a special $100 reception ticket for individuals under 30. A spot as co-chair costs $1,000 and includes a pre-reception for two and entry to the…

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Gov. Scott signs bill for law officers to improve response to those suffering a diabetic emergency

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Gov. Rick Scott has signedĀ HB 201,Ā a bill sponsored by Tampa DemocraticĀ state Rep.Ā Ed Narain thatĀ extends education to law enforcement officers and improve response to those suffering a diabetic emergency. Also known as the “Arthur Green Jr. Act,” the law is named after the late Arthur Green Jr., a longtime Tampa resident and community activist who was stopped by Tampa PoliceĀ after driving erratically on North Central Avenue in Seminole Heights on the afternoon of April 16, 2014. Ā Green had swerved into oncoming…

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Andy Haggard named new chairman of FSU Board of Trustees

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Wm. Andrew Haggard, an attorney from Coral Gables and Florida State University alumnus, is the new chairman of the FSU Board of Trustees. Haggard succeeds former Florida Attorney General Jim Smith, whose term ended earlier this year. The board elected Susie Busch-Transou vice chair. ā€œAndy truly loves Florida State and brings a great deal of energy and enthusiasm to his role as chairman,ā€ said FSU President Eric J. Barron. ā€œHe will provide excellent leadership to the board as it guides…

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