Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News articles from September 15 2004

Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News archives from September 15 2004

Bushkill Creek work begins in Pennsylvania.
September 15, 2004

Augusta, Ga.-based bank prepares to move into branch in old cotton exchange.
September 15, 2004

Financial planner receives North Augusta, Ga., chamber's small business award.
September 15, 2004

Giant Eagle grocery chain changes sales cycle to begin on Thursdays.
September 15, 2004

Bridgeport, Conn., suit over ferry fees redirected.
September 15, 2004

SBC battery change a draining process in Bridgeport, Conn.
September 15, 2004

Bakersfield, Calif., home prices appear to be stabilizing.
September 15, 2004

California program to plug deserted gas, oil wells to continue.
September 15, 2004

Babies 'R' Us plans October due date in Fairview Heights, Ill.
September 15, 2004

Hotel plan denied once in Fairview Heights, Ill., is refiled by developer.
September 15, 2004

Boulder, Colo., shop thrives keeping high-end bikes pedaling.
September 15, 2004

Builders to break ground on Bradenton, Fla., housing project.
September 15, 2004

Manatee County, Fla., grants permit for phosphate mine.
September 15, 2004

Brownsville, Texas, children's specialty clinic to hold grand opening.
September 15, 2004

Maryland's small employers pay less for health plans than nearby states.
September 15, 2004

Maryland-based Jos. A. Bank Clothiers to pay fine for fake 'sale' suit prices.
September 15, 2004

Maryland malpractice insurer gets approval to increase rates 33 percent.
September 15, 2004

Hospital chain is accused of overcharging uninsured in California.
September 15, 2004

Pleasanton, Calif., couple is indicted for SBA loan scam.
September 15, 2004

North Carolina's Blue Cross offers copay holiday to boost use of generic drugs.
September 15, 2004

The Charlotte Observer, N.C., Carolinas column.
September 15, 2004... The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--MOORE NAMES NEW STATE PENSION FUND MANAGER: N.C. State Treasurer Richard Moore has named Patricia Gerrick chief investment officer for the state's $60 billion...

The Charlotte Observer, N.C., Doug Smith column.
September 15, 2004... By Doug Smith, The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--KB HOME PLANS SUBDIVISIONS IN FORT MILL: Los Angeles-based KB Home is making a major thrust into York County, one of the region's hot spots for...

The Charlotte Observer, N.C., US Airways column.
September 15, 2004... The Charlotte Observer, N.C. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--A regular feature on US Airways as the airline struggles to survive. STOCK WATCH: $1.08 close +.06 5.88 percent 52-week high: $15.25 ...

North Carolina economic prospects dimmer in 2005.
September 15, 2004

Charlotte, N.C., could see lower fares, fewer flights if US Airways goes.
September 15, 2004

Pension agency decries trend of missed payments by US Airways, other firms.
September 15, 2004

Wachovia repairs faulty brokerage computer system.
September 15, 2004

Prolonged bankruptcy threatens Fraser, Mich., auto-plastics supplier.
September 15, 2004

Michigan auto supplier to skip bond payment, lay off 200 workers.
September 15, 2004

Eight development projects in Michigan to get tax incentives.
September 15, 2004

Advice for Hurricane Ivan-wary travelers: Keep plans flexible.
September 15, 2004

Oprah Winfrey Show giveaway gives Pontiac G6 instant stardom.
September 15, 2004

Detroit Free Press Tom Walsh column.
September 15, 2004

Wells Fargo officer to laud Duluth, Minn.-area economy.
September 15, 2004

Some South Florida workers won't see pay for time off during storm.
September 15, 2004

Hurricanes prompt home buyers to have second thoughts about South Florida.
September 15, 2004

Nurses at Fresno, Calif., hospital protest alleged staffing shortages.
September 15, 2004

TV's Star Jones talks priorities during Fresno, Calif., women's conference.
September 15, 2004

Lockheed Martin unveils $51 million plant.
September 15, 2004

Team IDs 2,700 pounds to be reduced from Lockheed Martin fighter jet.
September 15, 2004

Pier 1 Imports posts 43 percent drop in profit.
September 15, 2004

Hurricane Ivan sends Louisiana residents fleeing toward Texas.
September 15, 2004

One-man piano business in Hope Mills, N.C., strikes right note.
September 15, 2004

Fayetteville, N.C., commission seeks judge's decision about pole contract.
September 15, 2004

Colorado economist forecasts strong year in 2005 amid U.S. slowdown.
September 15, 2004

Colorado Springs, Colo., shop owner doesn't benefit from organic sales growth.
September 15, 2004

Commerce Bancorp economist expects steady growth.
September 15, 2004

Connecticut governor taps insurance official to lead economic development.
September 15, 2004

The Hartford Courant, Conn., Dan Haar column.
September 15, 2004

Health Net to expand Medicare HMOs in Connecticut.
September 15, 2004

CIGNA to sell part of TimesSquare Capital Management unit.
September 15, 2004

United Technologies gives upbeat forecast, affirms 2004 earnings.
September 15, 2004

Continental raises frequent flier upgrade fees.
September 15, 2004

Westwood, N.J., low-carb retailer hopes to branch out.
September 15, 2004

Sussex County, N.J., mortgage firm must give workers $514,000 in back pay.
September 15, 2004

The Record, Hackensack, N.J., personal finance column.
September 15, 2004

U.S., state agencies investigate bankrupt Newark, N.J., phone firm.
September 15, 2004

Funding is sought for more preschools in New Jersey.
September 15, 2004

Bogota, N.J., mayor blames slow construction on schools' delayed opening.
September 15, 2004

Toys "R" Us sells Montvale, N.J., property for $15.4 million.
September 15, 2004

Houston Chronicle Moneymakers column.
September 15, 2004

OPEC delegation talks quota, price.
September 15, 2004

Houston Chronicle Loren Steffy column.
September 15, 2004

The Florida Times-Union, Jacksonville, Mathis network column.
September 15, 2004

Economic development workshop takes place in Carteret County, N.C.
September 15, 2004

The Kansas City Star, Mo., commodities column.
September 15, 2004... By Victoria Sizemore Long, The Kansas City Star, Mo. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- GRAINS, BEANS CLOSE LOWER: Kansas City wheat and Chicago wheat, corn and soybean futures prices closed lower Tuesday in...

Restaurant sues owner of Kansas City, Mo., plaza.
September 15, 2004

The Kansas City Star, Mo., Jerry Heaster column.
September 15, 2004... By Jerry Heaster, The Kansas City Star, Mo. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- HEALTH-CARE SYSTEM HAS NO CURE-ALL: A recent criticism of the consumer-directed health-care insurance concept gets at the heart...

U.S. Labor Department emphasizes overtimes rules are in effect.
September 15, 2004

Missouri fiscal woes focus of think tank's study.
September 15, 2004

Salina, Kan., downtown revitalization board to keep service fees stable.
September 15, 2004

Salina, Kan., YWCA board wants city commission to buy building.
September 15, 2004

After approval of gay marriage in Massachusetts, some company benefits change.
September 15, 2004

Rich's-Macy's to change its name.
September 15, 2004

Perdue Farms plant in Perry, Ga., increases production by 15 percent.
September 15, 2004

BellSouth expects to incur major costs due to Hurricane Ivan.
September 15, 2004

Small-business owners to gather at Miami-area development conference.
September 15, 2004

Cayman Islands' offshore banking industry still in business despite storm.
September 15, 2004

Seniors' medications from Canada seized in Miami.
September 15, 2004

Florida developer teams with Trump to build luxury condos.
September 15, 2004

The Miami Herald Balancing Act column.
September 15, 2004... By Cindy Krischer Goodman, The Miami Herald Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News Sep. 15--RELOCATING IN THE MIDST OF HURRICANES: With watercooler talk in many offices centering on the latest hurricane coordinates, managers across Florida...

Prices for building materials soar thanks to storms, trade dispute.
September 15, 2004

Kerry assails Bush's record on health care.
September 15, 2004

Firm to install pollution controls at Kenosha County, Wis., power plant.
September 15, 2004