Catalytic Converters, Changing Counties, Faculty Fleeing and more for August 7, 2008

“Since January there have been 15 cases, with a total of 28 missing converters — some cars have more than one — the Orlando Police Department said. Between January and July 2007, there were just two cases.” — Thieves want your catalytic converter

“Like countless other Central Floridians, Stofko is hunkering down to ride out the economic crisis rather than taking a risk looking for work elsewhere. Similar decisions to stay put have led to a slowdown in Orange County’s growth, even as Central Florida’s largest county continued to change its complexion and inch toward becoming an area where minorities are the majority.” — Counties’ complexions change with economy

“Florida’s public universities are seeking $65 million from the Legislature to stop the exodus of talented faculty members who are drawn to better opportunities in more financially stable regions.” — Faculty Losses Hurting Florida’s Universities

Bonus:

Value Of Property In State Drops $153 Billion In Year

Lynx needs more money, not misplaced morality

Voters to Decide Tax Break Plan

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