Cattle disease study flawed prompts fencing debate over labs
Congressional investigators say a Homeland Security assessment on moving foot-and-mouth disease research from Plum Island to the U.S. mainland relies on a flawed study. GAO officials cite lack of evidence that safety measures can prevent an outbreak, risking an economic catastrophe for livestock. Finalist sites include Athens Georgia Flora Mississippi Manhattan Kansas Butner North Carolina and San Antonio with county livestock figures cited.
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Quake death toll climbs as China seeks tents
China reported the May 12 Sichuan quake left 51,151 dead and 29,328 missing with nearly 300,000 injured. About 5 million homeless and 80 percent of buildings collapsed in epicentral towns. Beijing urged international aid and mobilized 3.3 million tents, with 400,000 delivered. President Hu urged factories to boost output.
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Happy Homemakers FCE Meeting Highlights May 13
MeO La Frances Gillan hosted the May 13 Happy Homemakers FCE meeting with roll call by naming a mentor. Norma Olomon gave devotions, won hostess gift, and the unit reported a Gold Seal for 2007 at the Spring Fling April 24. Clara Faye Schweer attended District Recognition Day April 29. Gwyneth Frack also attended. Schweer received a 70 year recognition certificate. Elnora Butler presented Mentors Make a Difference and quoted mentors in many settings. The group plans a donation for Finney County Fair and donated to Emmaus House. Next meeting is June 10 at Golden Corral. Senior Center pitch winners: Neva Maxfield first, June Kaiser second, Juanita Crotty third.
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