Populations surge as Fort Riley area leads Kansas growth
Geary County home to Fort Riley and the Army's 1st Infantry Division posted a 23 percent rise to 34,362, while Pottawatomie and Riley counties grew 19 and 13 percent. Officials credit military expansion, university growth, and regional economic activity for a higher economic floor and renewed development in Junction City and surrounding communities.
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Tornado hits Rayne Louisiana leaving mother dead
A tornado swept through Rayne Louisiana injuring one and killing 21 year old Julisa Granger who sheltered her child as a tree crushed their home. More than 100 homes were damaged and about 1,500 residents evacuated due to gas leaks. Debris filled streets near Route 10, power lines were down, and a Postal Service truck was flipped. A curfew and temporary shelter were established as crews assessed the damage.
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