Iran curbs supply of deadly EFPs in Iraq says U.S. general
U.S. and Iraqi officials report Iran has scaled back the use of explosively formed penetrators in Iraq. Lt. Gen. Thomas Metz says 12 to 20 EFPs are found monthly now, down from 60 to 80 earlier. Iraqi spokesman Ali al Dabbagh notes Iran may fear the U.S. Iraq security pact. Iran denies supplying arms, but analysts cite Iranian markings and captured militants as evidence.
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Remains Found In Case Tocusing on Casey Anthony
Crowds gathered in the rain as Caylee Anthony's remains were found near her Florida home. Police said her grandmother alerted authorities last July and the mother Casey Anthony faced scrutiny over inconsistent statements and a non existent babysitter. Investigators noted online searches related to harm and decomposers while prosecutors dropped the death penalty option.
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Obama taps Daschle to lead health reform push
President elect Barack Obama announced that former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle will head the new White House Office of Health Reform and oversee a broad health care overhaul. Jeanie Lambrew named as No 2 in the office, while Obama pressed Congress for a quick auto industry loan package amid Illinois corruption inquiries surrounding Gov. Blagojevich.
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Lunches face budget strain as lunch reimbursements lag
School nutrition directors urge Congress to raise the $2.57 per free lunch reimbursement. Prices for food and energy have fluctuated, and directors like Dr. Katie Wilson of Onalaska Wisconsin warn current funding does not cover actual meal costs.
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West Virginia's Food Stamp Growth Trails Region
West Virginia shows a 4 percent rise in food stamp use since September 2007, lagging Maryland's 16 percent Virginia's 9 percent and Kentucky's 7 percent gains. Since 2003 participation has risen despite regional declines in Alabama Florida Mississippi and Tennessee, with spikes tied to economic downturns in prior eras. Alderson Muncy headed the first postwar food stamp issuance in Paynesville, reflecting the program's long history since 1961.
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Kentucky district trims costs on school meals
Thornton, Kentucky school nutrition director, says districts cut corners by returning to milk cartons while facing the dilemma that cheaper foods often rival nutritious options. An Agriculture Department report argues nutrition and costs can align, as the Senate Agriculture Committee reexamines child nutrition programs amid looming expirations. Sen. Tom Harkin aims to help low income children avoid diet related diseases.
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Festival of Carols brings community voices together
A Bluefield Christmas carol sing titled Festival of Carols will unite choirs and musicians on Tuesday December 16 at 7 p m to support the Bible in the Schools program. First Presbyterian and First Christian churches lead with Westminster Brass Ensemble, featuring Donald Kensinger and Jim Bartlett directing. Tickets cost 5 and donors may give at the event or in advance at area churches by calling 304 324 2203 or 304 327 5633.
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Daschle health care reform push weighs on politics
Ex senator from South Dakota face of reform Paul Daschle, 61, urges fixing health care by expanding coverage improving quality and slowing costs. Supporters say his new cabinet role centralizes reform while critics point to White House control. Analysts note the novelty of a cabinet figure holding dual responsibilities.
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White House West Wing Workers Put In Long Days
Report notes staffers in the West Wing devote about 15 hours daily to governance as the core of decision making. Describes intense schedule shaping policy and messaging in the executive office.
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Quote on player’s role in action by Miller
Miller says the situation is structurally difficult and notes the player is trying to ensure he is not cut out of the action.
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