Winter storm snarls Rock River Valley area
Strong winds and heavy snow brought widespread chaos across the Rock River Valley. Schools closed, power outages and multi car crashes surged as a southwest low pressure system moved through Illinois. Ogle County advised exchanging insurance at scenes while officials monitored road conditions and forecast another few inches of snow before tapering off tonight.
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Bush to propose over 1 billion aid for Panama recovery
President Bush plans to propose more than 1 billion dollars in aid to Panama to rebuild after the U S military invasion and years of corrupt rule. The package includes cash and credits, development aid, loan guarantees, and investment incentives. Vice President Quayle will outline specifics during talks with Panama's new government.
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Dixon school board adopts tobacco ban with outdoor exception
The Dixon School Board tentatively approved a policy banning tobacco on school grounds including cigarettes cigars and smokeless forms. Smoking outside during indoor scholastic or athletic events remains allowed with a new ban on bleacher areas during outside events. The board also reviewed an applied economics course and pledged minority recruitment.
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Illinois House tackles optometrist scope bill 2211
Illinois lawmakers prepare to hear House Bill 2211 sponsored by E J Giorgi to let optometrists treat select eye conditions now reserved for ophthalmologists. The measure, labeled emotional by opponents, faces committee scrutiny in March with a June outcome hoped for by Giorgi while Myron Olson remains undecided.
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Illinois optometrists seek ability to treat eye conditions
Optometrists in Illinois push HB2211 to authorize treating certain eye problems with pharmaceuticals rather than only diagnosing. Dr Thomas Lawless cites weekly cases where treatment could avoid referrals to ophthalmologists, noting long drives in underserved counties and potential two visit savings.
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Polo teachers file intent to strike over contract delay
Polo teachers, without a new contract since August 1, filed an Intent to Strike. The district and teachers will meet with a federal mediator at 3 30 p m Friday at Polo Community High School. Deb Cheek, chief negotiator, says five days notice is required and Friday’s session may yield a settlement. The teachers will wait at the high school for the outcome.
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