Local group pushes city to prepare for Peak Oil era
Lawrence resident Tim Hjersted joined a local committee urging city leaders to plan for a potential global oil shortage. The Portland plan envisions higher gasoline prices, more taxes on driving, toll roads, extra parking meters, emergency food warehouses and broader energy contingency measures. The concept of Peak Oil defines a world wide oil shortage and the day it arrives.
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Airlines enforce carry-on size and new bag fees
US Airways American Airlines and United Airlines begin charging for a single checked bag and tighten on carry on sizes. They will add staff at peak times to enforce rules, with fees of 15 dollars per bag on qualifying tickets and fines for oversized baggage amid rising fuel costs and industry losses.
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Liquor Store Robberies Spark Local Concerns
A wave of liquor store robberies and attempts since New Year alarms merchants in the city. Owner Christian Walter of Glass House Liquor outlines a phone-tree security plan, aiming to trigger quick alerts and deter losses. The suspect is described as a tall Black man in a black hooded outfit. Merchants report heightened precautions, from extra staff to ID checks.
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Christian Walter
Glass House Liquor
Walter
Chinese shipping woes threaten U S fireworks profits
Chinese shipping problems curtail Pyrotechnics from China, the source of 98 percent of U S fireworks supply. Port closures worsen shortages, risking an estimated 25 to 30 million dollars in U S sales this year.
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Eugene Hoshiko
Southern Fireworks Manufacture Co
Liuyang
China
U.S
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July Fourth Weather and Activities Overview
A brief July 4 forecast with a few clouds and a quick rundown of planned activities. The notice highlights outdoor events, expected temperatures, and safety tips, urging readers to check local schedules and arrive early for parades and fireworks displays.
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