Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News articles from September 1 2004

Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News archives from September 1 2004

Desktop tools, research supplier settles in at Norwalk, Conn., headquarters.
September 1, 2004

Electrolux lays off 50 office workers in Augusta, Ga., headquarters.
September 1, 2004

Wachovia-SouthTrust bank merger changes personnel at top.
September 1, 2004

Georgia is well represented in wave of acquisitions.
September 1, 2004

Fast-food giant AFC sues former accounting firm.
September 1, 2004

AirTran flight attendants to picket outside Atlanta terminal.
September 1, 2004

Home Depot in flap over pet insurance.
September 1, 2004

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Wall Street column.
September 1, 2004

Addition of plants on tap for Shelton, Conn., foam firm.
September 1, 2004

Subway toy set to help with brand recognition.
September 1, 2004

Mississippi high-tech company incubator celebrates 10 years with trade show.
September 1, 2004

Kern County, Calif., group seeks applicants for 'economic gardening'.
September 1, 2004

Operator won't face fine for oil well eruption in Buttonwillow, Calif., area.
September 1, 2004

Directors approve share increase at Bakersfield, Calif.-based petroleum firm.
September 1, 2004

Pests leaves Bakersfield, Calif., shrubs with bearded appearance.
September 1, 2004

750 steel workers will get training in Granite City, Ill.
September 1, 2004

Broomfield, Colo., firm focuses on rural health-care market.
September 1, 2004

AirTran eyes Bradenton, Fla.-area airport for low-fare flights.
September 1, 2004

Hockey arena construction remains on schedule in Lakewood Ranch, Fla.
September 1, 2004

Manatee County, Fla., building permits exceed 2003 number.
September 1, 2004

Interest in Palmetto, Fla., plaza is growing.
September 1, 2004

Rebuilding after hurricane makes materials costlier, drives up home prices.
September 1, 2004

Jury rejects product lawsuit against former Brownsville, Texas, tire maker.
September 1, 2004

Texas' reorganization of agencies that help needy takes effect.
September 1, 2004

FAA extends airport grant for North Carolina consortium.
September 1, 2004

Fayetteville, N.C., chamber reissues goals it made for 2003.
September 1, 2004

Fayetteville, N.C., merchant offers an equitable solution to clothing needs.
September 1, 2004

Centennial Bank to buy Denver-based Guaranty Bank & Trust.
September 1, 2004

Amtrak seeks to cut costs at Harrisburg, Pa., airport station.
September 1, 2004

Investors of Harrisburg, Pa.-based pasta maker appeal bankruptcy allocation.
September 1, 2004

The Record, Hackensack, N.J., openings and expansions column.
September 1, 2004

Many are deciding when they should insure for elder care.
September 1, 2004

Fair Lawn, N.J., unveils emergency operations center.
September 1, 2004

Visalia, Calif., Holiday Inn to get new ownership.
September 1, 2004

Pest that poses danger to grapevines moves into Fresno County, Calif.
September 1, 2004

Investors in Florida-based viatical settlement firm must wait to gain funds.
September 1, 2004

Hollywood, Fla., opens four proposals for beach development.
September 1, 2004

Oil's high price may mean money for holdouts in Pennsylvania oil patch.
September 1, 2004

Campaign urges Minnesotans to file for share of Microsoft settlement.
September 1, 2004

East Fishkill, N.Y.'s semiconductor fabrication plant gets new boss.
September 1, 2004

Independence Air takes off at Stewart Airport in Orange County, N.Y.
September 1, 2004

Durham, N.C.-area nonprofit loses contract to operate STD hotlines.
September 1, 2004

Visteon to grow in China with two new parts plants.
September 1, 2004

Detroit Free Press Susan Tompor column.
September 1, 2004

Rochester, Mich., gets luxury as Royal Park Hotel opens.
September 1, 2004

Automakers, suppliers urged to end hostility to rein in health-care costs.
September 1, 2004

Potential Texas gubernatorial candidates jockey for favor.
September 1, 2004

More restaurants are on the way to Columbus, Ga., area.
September 1, 2004

Charlotte, N.C., contest awards makeover to worst business Web site.
September 1, 2004

The Charlotte Observer, N.C., US Airways column.
September 1, 2004... The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 1--STILL HIRING: For those still keen on working for an airline, www.AVjobs.com has good news: The Web site catering to the airline industry has more than 3,900 jobs...

The Charlotte Observer, N.C., Doug Smith column.
September 1, 2004... By Doug Smith, The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 1--PROJECT NOW WELCOMES ALL AGES: The Sedgefield Parc townhome development in south Charlotte has become an "overnight" success -- only five years after...

Alameda County, Calif., delays hearing on wind turbines.
September 1, 2004

Central Garden & Pet Co. buys specialty lighting company.
September 1, 2004

Chiron to develop new screening test with purchase of La Jolla, Calif., firm.
September 1, 2004

Orleans, Mass., shopping center gets new mix of stores.
September 1, 2004

Environmental group petitions for relief on Cape Cod, Mass., bass disposal.
September 1, 2004

Economy sends mixed signals, shaking consumer confidence.
September 1, 2004

Wrigley renews patent challenge with Hackensack, N.J., gum maker.
September 1, 2004

New outdoor store in Myrtle Beach, S.C., gets general manager with local roots.
September 1, 2004

South Carolina technology and tourism center to start up in 2005.
September 1, 2004

Tough finances bash Middletown, Ohio, steel company's Labor Day party.
September 1, 2004

Firewood production firm finds its niche in Oregon.
September 1, 2004

Miami-area hotel, resort closes.
September 1, 2004

Miami-area health care providers fear aliens may be avoiding treatment.
September 1, 2004

Univision, Telemundo to launch wireless, Spanish-language services.
September 1, 2004

University of Miami makes computer-purchasing deal with Dell.
September 1, 2004

The Miami Herald Balancing Act column.
September 1, 2004... By Cindy Krischer Goodman, The Miami Herald Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 1--WATER-COOLER POLITICS AND HOW TO STAY COOL: With the political campaigns and the Republican convention underway, many South Floridians find...

New leader at weather center takes charge in Monterey, Calif.
September 1, 2004

East Chicago, Ind., casino is on the market.
September 1, 2004

Talks between steelmaker and East Chicago, Ind., union reach 10th week.
September 1, 2004

Airline industry embraces twisted logic: Punish your customers.
September 1, 2004

Former Enron Broadband official pleads guilty to conspiracy to commit fraud.
September 1, 2004

Iraqi work profitable but also difficult for new KBR employees.
September 1, 2004

Houston Chronicle Moneymakers column.
September 1, 2004

Chocolate factory to close; 45 jobs will be cut in St. Augustine, Fla.
September 1, 2004

Jacksonville, Fla.-based health insurer's doctors to treat patients online.
September 1, 2004

The Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville, Mathis network column.
September 1, 2004

Jacksonville, Fla., locals plan to restore former theater.
September 1, 2004

North Topsail Beach, N.C., seeks millions to fund beach restoration.
September 1, 2004

North Carolina's 22 oceanfront fishing piers take a licking, keep ticking.
September 1, 2004

Jacksonville, N.C., hospital's profits shrink from uncollected bills.
September 1, 2004

Employers at Onslow County, N.C., job fair happy with large crowd.
September 1, 2004

Environmental officials praise Somerset County, Pa., wind-farm energy success.
September 1, 2004

Johnstown, Pa., hospital sends linen operations to DuBois, Pa., firm.
September 1, 2004