Iran deploys Hawk missiles on Gulf islands at Hormuz entrance
General John Shalikashvili says Iran has placed Hawk anti aircraft missiles on Gulf islands and moved artillery to forward positions in the Straits of Hormuz. He warns Iran could become a major threat if it develops weapons of mass destruction. President Clinton declines comment.
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New England Storm Leaves Cars Crashing and Slowing Travel
An ice storm glazed New England causing school closures and transport disruption. Police report skidding vehicles during the morning commute and a Cranston officer killed when his car struck a pole, with four other traffic deaths in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Logan International Airport closed briefly as conditions persisted.
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Lawrence five day outlook shows extreme temperatures and snow
National temperature extremes list a high of 86 at Laredo Texas and a low of minus 17 at Grand Forks North Dakota. Lawrence readings include a high of 46 and a low of 31 with overnight 23. Lake levels and road condition numbers are provided along with moon phases and a brief five day forecast indicating continued cold, snow, and cold highs in Kansas.
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Access to the information highway elusive for rural residents
In Wapakoneta Ohio and towns like Chillicothe small-city computer enthusiasts face high long distance costs and blocked on ramps to the Internet. Bob Althoff, a stockbroker, illustrates how access lags in rural areas despite a national online audience of about 13.5 million. Beginning next week efforts aim to bring service to smaller communities.
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Rural Ohio gets local dial up via ComNet network
ComNet Inc will launch local dial up Internet access starting in Chillicothe with plans for Akron Canton and several small Ohio towns. Fees range from 9.95 to 19.95 for up to 20 hours, and larger carriers remain barred from local boundary connections. The move follows 1984 AT&T breakup constraints and mirrors nationwide efforts to extend access to rural areas.
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Olney pancake race winner slows from last year pace
Jackie Bowden, 33, a bank employee, won the Olney Shrove Tuesday pancake race beating 13 rivals with a 64.5 second run on the 415 yard course from market square to the Church of St Peter and Paul. The time was 2.5 seconds slower than last year. Liberal and Olney have each won 22 times. Bowden credited her 3 year old Sam for the win saying run the way I would.
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