Baffa resigns as Garden City zoo director in surprise move
Garden City's zoo chief Patrick Baffa resigns citing funding limits and criticism of priorities. Mayor Janie Perkins calls it a surprise and praises his 20 year impact including the Finnup Center and the otter exhibit. Interim director Sexson will lead as the city weighs pool versus zoo needs. The master plan seeks 1.5 million from the city and 3 million private funds amid a 2006 budget of 1.05 million for the zoo.
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Bush vow to restore order after New Orleans disaster
After Katrina, residents wake to fires and a smoke filled sky as looting and anger rise in a ruined city. Lt general Blum says 7000 National Guardsmen arrive to restore order, with troops trained for lethal force. Bush orders 600 military police to secure the convention center and speed aid while officials accuse FEMA of slow response.
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Community donation drive aids Red Cross amid scams warned
Garden City leaders and local businesses unite to collect monetary donations through September for the American Red Cross while warning residents about charity scams. Officials urge verification, mail-based letters, and avoiding cash payments to prevent fraud. Local banks, stores, and nonprofits host donation cans and list confirmed donation channels. Local figures cite Tyson, Wal-Mart, and SBC giving up to 15 million, 1 million, and more respectively.
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Grief and Loot Spread as Houston Bus Lines Collapse
Thousands waited in misery to board buses for the Astrodome while corpses lay exposed in wheelchairs and bedsheets. Looting continued, signaling breakdown of order and emergency displacement in the aftermath.
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Major Katrina Developments Prompt Troop Buildup and Relief Efforts
AP reports Gulf states plan to raise National Guard to 30 000 as security and aid demands grow. Refugees at the Astrodome hit 11 000 when capacity was 23 000, sending people to a nearby hall after hours. Bush tours Gulf Coast amid criticism of a slow response as Congress pushes a 10.5 billion recovery bill. Oil reserves plan to release 2 million barrels daily. crude prices ease. Explosions hit a New Orleans chemical storage plant near the French Quarter with no injuries. Asia-Pacific nations pledge aid while lawmakers probe gasoline price gouging amidst complaints.
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