Gunmen Ambush Bus Full Of Iraqis Near Tikrit Killing 17
Gunmen ambushed a bus carrying unarmed Iraqis to a U.S. ammo dump near Tikrit, killing 17 and wounding 13. Attacks across Baghdad and northern cities raised Iraqi dead to at least 70 as insurgents targeted those cooperating with coalition forces. A second blast at a Beiji Iraqi National Guard checkpoint killed three guardsmen and wounded 18.
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Gunmen open fire on bus in Iraq near Tikrit
Gunmen shot at a bus carrying unarmed Iraqi workers heading to a U.S. public safety site near Tikrit on Sunday. The attack raises the three day insurgent toll to at least 70.
Christmas Overseas Gifts Prepared for Area Troops
More than 20 people at Friendship Industries stuff candy and food into Christmas stockings along with cards to be boxed and sent to soldiers overseas this Christmas. Corey Shifflett, 19, of Grottoes serves in Afghanistan with the National Guard’s 3d Battalion 116th Infantry, based in Winchester, after enlisting following September 11. His mother Andria Shifflett says he is the regiment’s youngest. His family, including Aaron Shifflett in the Air Force, brace for another holiday without him as they stay connected by letters and broadcasts.
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Outback fundraiser backs families of soldiers abroad
Har risonburg restaurant Outback hosted a fillet for a soldier lunch to support troops overseas. Wait staff donated time to serve 103 meals, raising over 2000 dollars for Charlie Company C Army National Guard members in Afghanistan. Funds fund phone cards and hand warmers for more than a dozen area soldiers.
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Economists Optimistic Despite Lower Job Gains
Economists remained hopeful despite weak November payrolls of 112,000, well below forecasts of 200,000. The government also revised down gains for prior months, highlighting continued labor-market weakness three years after the early 2000s recession.
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Murder trial of Robert Blake faces opening statements today
Opening statements begin today in the Robert Blake murder case with a possible further delay. The page notes the Harrisonburg residents listed and provides a main switchboard number and contact details for Miss Your Paper.
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Vote Looms To Overhaul Intelligence
Washington lawmakers foresee quick passage if House GOP allows a vote on post Sept. 11 changes to create a national intelligence director and tighten anti-terror powers. Debates center on Pentagon control. leaders warn national security surpasses turf battles. Key Republicans warn against preserving too much Pentagon authority.
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Congress Pushes Lock on Steroids in Baseball Rules
Senate leaders McCain and other lawmakers urged stronger anti steroid rules in baseball and said Congress may require law if voluntary actions fail. McCain believes President Bush would sign a bill, but would prefer action via collective bargaining and owner labor agreement. The players union executive board convenes Monday for its annual meeting.
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