Wall Street slips as Dow drops below 10000 on debt concerns
The Dow Jones fell 104 points to 9908 as fears about mounting European debt weighed on markets. The S&P 500 eased 9 to 1057 and the Nasdaq declined 15 to 2126. St Luke's Marion Campus to open an urgent care clinic March 1 at 2996 Seventh Ave Marion.
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Airline to charge for pillow and blanket in coach
American Airlines will charge eight dollars for a pillow and blanket in coach on domestic trips and some international flights longer than two hours starting May 1. Spokeswoman Andrea Huguely called it an economic decision.
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Connecticut gas blast spurs scrutiny of line clearing method
A deadly Middle town explosion linked to purging gas lines raises safety concerns and delays in natural gas plant development. Investigations continue as prices rise on crude and heating oil ahead of more winter weather on the East Coast.
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MidWestOne returns to profitability in 2009
MidWestOne Financial Group reports a 2009 net income of 4.4 million or 42 cents per share, reversing a 24.6 million loss in 2008 as assets rise to 1.53 billion. Fourth quarter net income available to common shareholders was 1.4 million, 16 cents per share, down from a 31.5 million loss a year earlier.
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Antiques Resale Restores Roots After 2008 Flood
Bob Jacoby reopened 3rd Street Resale in a new location at 1121 Third St SE after the June 2008 flood damaged his inventory at 1107 Third St SE. He plans to expand, sourcing items from Goodwill and estate sales, and credits mentors and neighbors for helping revive the business in New Bohemia.
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Hollywood Video in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City to close
Cedar Rapids and Iowa City locations of Hollywood Video will close as part of Movie Gallery Inc. bankruptcy liquidation. The chain plans to shut about 760 U.S. stores, with Gordon Brothers handling assets. After closings the company will operate 1,111 Movie Gallery, 545 Hollywood Video and 250 Game Crazy stores.
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Toyota resale values slip as recalls dent reputation
Kelley Blue Book cuts recalled Toyota resale values for the second time in four days, with drops up to 4 percent ($300 to $750). Edmunds.com estimates short term declines up to 10 percent as recalls and slow response erode Toyota’s trusted value. Dealers note weaker trade offers while Prius brake recall looms and Toyotas face growing defect concerns.
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