James tops list of NBA jersey sales
BY TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer MIAMI – Reigning NBA MVP LeBron James was relaxing with his wife not long ago when he looked around and was stunned to see someone wearing his Miami Heat No. 6 jersey. They were on their honeymoon in Venice. “It’s kind of crazy, honestly,’’ James said. “There’s a `wow’ […]
Shaq and Shaunie head to court over family reality show
FROM WIRE REPORTS Former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal is saying “no way” to his ex-wife Shaunie’s plans for a new reality TV show. Shaunie, who is currently the executive producer of VH1’s “Basketball Wives,” has received a deal from the network for a new reality bit, titled “The Shaunie Project.” The show is to follow […]
Another loss for B-CU’s basketball team
Men defeated 68-64 by North Florida JACKSONVILLE – Travis Elliott scored a career-high 14 points in Bethune-Cookman’s 68-64 loss to the University of North Florida (UNF) Saturday night. The Wildcats (2-13) tied it at 64 on Clemmye Owens’s three-pointer with 10.6 seconds to play. UNF’s Beau Beech and Jalen Nesbitt each hit two free throws […]
‘Another opportunity for me to serve’
Local public defender Regina Nunnally tells why she’d like to be next circuit judge BY ASHLEY THOMAS DAYTONA TIMES Regina Nunnally is one of two Black women to be considered by Gov. Rick Scott for the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court judgeship. Nunnally and Alicia Washington are seeking the seat being vacated next month by retiring […]
THE GIFT OF GRADUATION
Fourth member of family gets degree from Bethune-Cookman FROM STAFF REPORTS When Deon Wilkins and his brother, Devon, were boys, their parents would take them to every Bethune-Cookman home football game. “We would sit next to the band and cheer,” Deon said. “It was a part of our family tradition since both my parents had […]
Police chief urges residents to be proactive during holidays
BY ASHLEY THOMAS DAYTONA TIMES Law enforcement authorities are urging Daytona Beach residents to be vigilant of crime activity during the holiday season. Crowded shopping malls, wrapped presents and people in a generous spirit are attractive targets for criminals. While this might be the most joyous time of year for many residents, nothing could ruin the […]
1,200 pairs of shoes given away
BY ASHLEY THOMAS DAYTONA TIMES Ministries for Christ Outreach held its end-of-the year Unity in the Community event Saturday in conjunction with Kicks for Christmas. The event held at the Masonova Plaza in Daytona Beach had a record-breaking crowd of more than 1,500 people in attendance. Attendees came from Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Orlando and Palm […]
New hepatitis drug could save millions of lives
BY MICHAEL MCGEE NNPA NEWS SERVICE A new drug is on the horizon that scientists say will save millions of lives. If approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration, it may be here before 2013 comes to a close. Dr. Parvez Mantry, medical director of the Hepatobiliary Tumor Program at Methodist Dallas Medical, […]
Postal deadline is quickly approaching
BY ASHLEY THOMAS DAYTONA TIMES Post offices nationwide will be open Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve this holiday season, but be sure to pack your patience along with your packages before heading to your local office. United States Postal Service (USPS) officials say it takes extra hours and staffing to make sure everything is […]
Hairstylists discuss weaves, locks with students at Flagler school
Shampoo bowls and styling stations added a unique flair to the portable that was brought in for the cosmetology students. Yet, the setup was neither alien to Cathy Heighter Moore or Latosha Fowler. The two had visited Flagler Technical Institute on the campus of Flagler Palm Coast High School at the hair salon modular. Master stylist Moore, responding to […]
