Bush moves to restore confidence in U S beef supply
The Bush administration acts to restore trust in American beef at home and abroad after more than 30 countries banned products since mad cow disease emerged in Washington state. It bans meat from non ambulatory cows and speeds up building a nationwide animal tracking system. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman says prices should not rise.
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Beef confidence, trade borders and safety measures discussed
Producers back government steps to restore consumer confidence as beef supply and trade face import bans. Terry Ryan of HRC Feed Yards cites six months to a year to rebuild trust and reopen borders, noting beef prices could rise pennies per pound. Colin Scott and Maynard Burl push for ban on down cattle to protect the food chain amid safety concerns. Ed monton rendering plant linked to infected Holstein. investigators probe possible material links to mills.
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Gunfire kills protesters in Kirkuk
Hundreds of protesters in Kirkuk demand the city stay under central Iraqi control as gunfire erupts, killing two. In Basra a South Korean was killed in an ambush amid fighting between Iranian soldiers and Iraqi insurgents per Yonhap. In Baghdad a car bomb wounded 21 including five Americans. a US soldier was later killed in an accidental discharge near Tanf. Authorities warn of New Year attacks. security tightened across the capital.
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High alert level raises awareness not costs in region
Finney County officials say elevating the terror-threat level to high would not raise costs unless a specific threat is identified. Undersheriff John Andrews notes only increased awareness and potential costs if a designated risk area exists. Emergency Management director Dave Jones cites costs would fall to police, fire, and local businesses for added security.
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Finney County
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Security tightened for New Year’s Eve across major cities
Hovering helicopters and bomb-sniffing dogs accompany champagne celebrations as New York Las Vegas and California prepare for unprecedented New Year’s security after orange terrorism alert. In New York, manhole covers sealed and mailboxes removed while counter-sniper teams and seven police helicopters patrol Times Square. Mayor Bloomberg says the city is well protected.
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Ramp gift eases couple’s emergency exits
A Shields couple, Jim and Pat Eaton, received a back door handicap ramp and deck built by volunteers, enabling easier EMS access for Jim who uses a wheelchair and faces heart aneurysm and degenerative illness. Neighbors arrived with labor and materials, lifting a heavy worry for the family.
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