Feb 29, 2008 | Canadian Business Magazine
Medtronic Inc. President and Chief Executive William Hawkins Buys 3,060 Shares of Common Stock
The president and chief executive of medical device maker Medtronic Inc. bought 3,060 shares of common stock, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. via Canadian Business Magazine
Rep. Jack Kingston on Attitude! Radio
We had a special Attitude! Radio show just minutes ago with guest Congressman Jack Kingston , , regarding his appearance on Bill Maher's Real Time show and the comments he made about Barack Obama have caused ... via PoliPundit.com
McCain, Obama, The Times and A Civilized Election
When John McCain received the typical media treatment that conservatives receive, the conservatives responded with typical conservative outrage, John Hawkins among them. via Right Wing News
Senate Agrees To Payday Lending Limits
The Senate has agreed to tougher restrictions on payday loans. The bill requires lenders to check a borrower database and places a $500 limit on loans. via WHNS
What This Election Is About By Patterico
“I hope the terrorists don't attack us!”
The Democrat party is the party of hope . The Republican party is the party of fear . via Right Wing News
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The Associated Press
Medtronic Profit Plunges on Charges
Third-quarter earnings at medical device maker Medtronic Inc. tumbled 89 percent from a year ago due to charges from lawsuit settlements and acquisition costs, but the adjusted profit still beat Wall Street expectations.
Medtronic said Tuesday that it earned $77 million, or 7 cents per share, in the quarter that ended Jan. 25, compared with $710 million, or 61 cents per share, a year earlier.
Revenue rose 12 percent to $3.41 billion from $3.05 billion in the same quarter a year ago, thanks to a sharp rise in international sales, the Fridley-based company said. Read more
Vote In The Golden Dots Awards
If you're so inclined, head on over and vote for your favorite online websites in the Golden Dot awards. via Right Wing News
“As a countywide average, 196 (bushels per acre) is fantastic”
' McLean County corn yields set a record in 2007. The county produced an average of 196 bushels of corn per acre last year, according to the Illinois Agricultural Statistics Service preliminary county yield ... via Pantagraph
Valentine, Hawkins join talents for 'Pippin'
KEYSER, W.Va. - Tickets are now on sale for "Pippin," the musical hit of the 1970s, selected as the next offering by Potomac State College of West Virginia, located in Keyser. via Cumberland Times-News
A Valentine for Every Politico
A Valentine for Every Politico It's Valentine's Day and I hope all of you find some warm companionship, whether that's with a willing other, a beloved friend, or your loving family. via The Sundries Shack
“Do you understand what that means?”
' The Ferriday teen accused of killing three people in March 2007 will go to trial April 14. via Natchez Democrat
90 Cent Expanded Limits for KC and Minneapolis Wheat Wednesday
Kansas City Board of Trade and Minneapolis Grain Exchange wheat futures markets will trade Wednesday with expanded 90-cent per bushel price limits, but trading limits for Chicago Board of Trade wheat will not ... via Illinois Farm Bureau
A Mash-Up Of George Bush At CPAC 2008
PS: The video seems to be loading VERY slowly as of 10:16 AM. I believe that is a MySpace problem that will hopefully clear up very soon. via Right Wing News
“I just can't believe how much we're getting pounded by the snow and wind over these last few weeks. It's unbelievable.”
For the people who had to travel to work - or the few brave souls who ventured out onto the roads for other reasons - Sunday's storm packed quite a punch for drivers. via Battle Creek Enquirer
Hawkins, Inc. Reports Third Quarter, Nine Months Fiscal 2008 Results
For the quarter ended December 31, 2007, Hawkins reported sales increased 30.9% to $48.5 million versus $37.0 million for the same period a year ago. via Earth Times
Idea Of The Day: Is There Still Time For A Late Entry Into The Democratic Race?
Instead of running Barack, the Democrats should just run "The Rock," He's young, good looking, black, funny, charismatic, and has a great voice -- and let's honest, that encompasses about 95% of Obama's appeal, ... via Right Wing News
Chip In A Few Bucks To Your Favorite 2008 Contender
In the spirit of bipartisanship and perhaps more importantly because Duncan Hunter and Fred Thompson are out of it, I have added Mitt Romney, Mike Huckabee, John McCain, and Ron Paul to the Right Wing News ... via Right Wing News
Kathleen Pepski Made CFO at Hawkins
Hawkins Inc appointed Kathleen Pepski Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. via News On Women
Thomas Sowell on Economic Facts and Fallacies
John Hawkins interviews Thomas Sowell on his new book, Economic Facts and Fallacies. via Dr. Helen
Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal - by Carissa Wyant Staff Writer Hawkins Inc. via Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
John Hawkins: You'll vote for McCain and like it
When the pope becomes a Protestant, bud . Hawkins' best argument is that the new president will probably make at least two Supreme Court appointments: That means a number of important cases, including Roe v. ... via Right Side of the Rainbow
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