Man dies helping crash victim on icy I-80 near Victor
Lonnie Burk 45 of St. Francisville Mo died after stopping to aid a trapped 75 year old woman in a crash on I-80 near Victor The driver of a westbound car struck Burk as traffic slowed near mile marker 205 He was pronounced dead at the scene Family and friends describe him as a generous man who helped others and lived for family and community events A memorial celebration with fish fry and karaoke is planned in Dallas City Ill next month.
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Death of former Burlington man ruled homicide in Ohio
Family mourns Travis Newsom known as Tre, 33, found shot to death in a Columbus apartment. Relatives reported bloody footprints leading to a locked door before emergency workers entered, as Ohio investigators probe the homicide. Newsom was described by relatives as a kind, helpful man.
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Tipton explores preservation of old water tower tank
Kris Clark, spokesman for a preservation group, told the Tipton City Council that the city does not own the old water tower because Iseler Demolition of Romeo Michigan holds salvage rights. City officials said contract terms could be adjusted but costs are unknown. The group proposes storing tank parts and reassembling the structure on the ground as a welcome center, with Boldt to discuss options with engineer Mark Fincel and Iseler.
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Wright College Players Probe In Ottumwa Rape Case
Ottumwa police investigate whether Wright College basketball players raped an Indian Hills Community College student during a December hotel stay. Police took DNA from Wright players and await results before charging decisions. no arrests have been made amid high homicide case priorities.
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Fire destroys pigs hay and equipment in Farmersburg
A shed fire west of Farmersburg killed three pigs and destroyed more than 100 bales of hay a hay baler and a riding lawn mower. Fire officials suspect an electrical cause as snow hindered response with mutual aid from St Olaf Elkader and Monona departments.
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Lottery results and jackpot redraws from Iowa Illinois
Sunday results show Pick 3 9 7 0 and Pick 4 2 8 4 9 for Iowa Illinois. Powerball 8 13 23 29 47 with 32, no winner. Jackpot 117.8 million, Power Play 3. Wednesday jackpot 133 million. Illinois Little Lotto 7 16 20 32 35. Hot Lotto 5 24 29 32 33 with Hot Ball 7.
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