ST. PAUL, MN-Much of the fund's money would likely come from sale of County assets.

SAN ANTONIO-Cullen/Frost Bank is rewarding its stockholders with a nominal cash dividend from its third-quarter earnings. Net interest income is up 9% and non-interest revenue is up 12.8% for the state's largest independent bank.

CHARLOTTE-Although it has stalled planned openings in Pittsburgh, Cincinnati and Orlando, the Seattle-based retailer is expected to open its doors here as scheduled next year, along with new units in north Raleigh, NC and south Durham, NC in 2003. (Please see related story on Orlando city page.)

ORLANDO-The family-operated, Seattle-based retailer won't arrive at the 1.1 million-sf Florida Mall until 2003, a year after its previously scheduled debut. The delay may hurt the south Orlando retail center as it competes with newer malls opening earlier, some analysts say. (Please see related story on Charlotte city page.)