Debates Spark Shifts In Electoral Map As Campaigns Rally
Four states with 62 electoral votes lean toward Dole, including Texas and Virginia, while 13 tossups totaling 113 votes threaten to swing the race. Clinton leads in New England and the Pacific West, with campaign depictions stressing late battle in Ohio, Michigan, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Republican skeptics warn of a tough path to 270, urging progress before the debates.
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Oklahoma
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Skydiver crashes during game day sky dive in Spearman
Rich Yanke of Star Light Sky Sport spun out of control while delivering the game ball at a Spearman Texas high school football warm up. Ground crew member Lang Pillon died of a head injury about 15 minutes later. her husband Pierce Pillon injured his elbow. Yanke suffered a pelvic fracture. The second parachutist landed safely. Spearman is 77 miles northeast of Amarillo.
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South Carolina SOVNET volunteers aid school networking push
Volunteers from across the state help build a SOVNET and SCINET network for South Carolina schools. Officials say phased wiring will connect schools to libraries and agencies, enabling information sharing and online access with state entities.
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S.C. Department of Education
Scinet
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Marcia Purday
BellSouth
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Delays noted as students adjust to new Greendale facility
Parents and staff discuss early rising and disrupted routines at Greendale while the middle school prepares to reopen. Melinda Brinkley and Vernon Osteen praise the new building and patience of teachers and students. Dr. Gallman commends staff, students, and parents for maintaining quality instruction amid ongoing disruptions.
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Melinda Brinkley
Vernon Osteen
the Midle School
Cookies and casseroles fuel fundraiser for local schools
Ja Sue Cardosi of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary reports strong sales as kids buy many chocolate chip cookies. Nearby at Aiken Prep, homemade fare including a casserole sale supports school fundraising with all proceeds staying local.
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Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary
Aiken Prep
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