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Note 10 - Acquisitions (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014
Note 10 - Acquisitions (Details) [Line Items] |
Business Combination, Pro Forma Information, Revenue of Acquiree since Acquisition Date, Actual | $ 9.6
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] |
Note 10 - Acquisitions (Details) [Line Items] |
Loss on Contract Termination | $ 1.4

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