Alito Confirmed as 110th Supreme Court Justice
Washington AP reports Samuel Alito Jr was confirmed by a 58 to 42 Senate vote as the 110th Supreme Court justice. The former federal appellate judge and Reagan-era conservative replaces retiring Justice Sandra Day OConnor amid a partisan clash over the court’s direction.
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Bush speech nears final State of the Union prep
President Bush puts finishing touches on his State of the Union address at the White House after more than 30 drafts. The speech aims to restore faith among Americans who disapprove of his leadership or doubt the nation is on the right track.
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Airport aid to boost Syracuse economy eyed by official
Hamilton County Airport manager Steve Phillips said the final payment of a $1 million state grant, including $543,390 from Kansas Department of Transportation, will fund safer facilities for pilots and spur economic activity in Syracuse. The grant supports airport construction work outlined by state authorities.
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North South Runway Grant Boosts Syracuse Airport
The new north-south runway at Hamilton County Airport in Syracuse is funded by a 10 percent local match of 60 376 dollars toward a 603 767 dollar project. Kansas DOT Aviation Director Ed Young notes grant decisions weigh safety, facility enhancement and remoteness, with community matching set by population.
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Coretta Scott King dies at 78 in Atlanta
Coretta Scott King, widow of Martin Luther King Jr., dies at 78. Flags at the King Center were lowered to half staff as tributes pour in from Maya Angelou and public figures. The family confirmed she died overnight following a 2005 stroke and heart attack, with details not disclosed.
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Jobless rate hits 2003 low in Finney County
The Finney County Garden City area unemployment fell to 3.8 percent in December 2005, the lowest since May 2003, with total nonfarm jobs rising by 103 to 17,786. Officials caution the figures are estimates and may be affected by seasonal hiring and weather.
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