Rock Blasting Starts on Drought Hit Mississippi River
Barge operators brace for months of restricted shipping as Iowa and Ohio crews begin drilling and blasting rock formations south of St. Louis to deepen the river. The project closes a six mile stretch 6 am to 10 pm with eight hour passage windows guided by the Coast Guard.
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Marine veteran jailed in Mexico over heirloom shotgun
Jon Hammar, a 27 year old Marine veteran, remains in a Matamoros prison for illegal possession of a family heirloom shotgun. He has spent over four months awaiting resolution as U.S. officials pressed Mexico over treatment including restraints. His case has drawn Senate and House attention amid ongoing diplomatic discussions.
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