Utah lawmakers reject expanded unemployment stimulus funds
Utah lawmakers decided not to change state law to accept more than 61 million in federal unemployment stimulus, risking higher unemployment taxes for employers and limiting benefits for about 4,200 jobless residents. Across the nation, states weigh similar rejections as the Fed pledges a 1.2 trillion stimulus to spur the economy. In other news, AmeriCorps and national service programs move toward a 175,000-person expansion, while San Diego’s Union-Tribune sale to Platinum Equity marks a major shift in the newspaper industry.
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Study finds young blacks face higher heart failure risk
A study shows one in 100 black men and women under 50 develop heart failure, about 20 times the rate among whites. Authors caution the small case count. experts urge aggressive screening and treatment for at risk young blacks.
On This Day in History March 19 1979 Congress TV Debut
Highlights include the U S House beginning daily television coverage on March 19 1979. Other noted events span 1917 Supreme Court ruling eight hour railroad day 1918 daylight saving time 1920 Versailles treaty rejection 1953 Oscar telecast The Greatest Show on Earth best picture 1976 Buckingham Palace split of Princess Margaret and the Earl of Snowdon 2003 Bush orders Iraq war start.
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Migration slows as U S moves to Sun Belt amid recession
Census data show 2008 population growth buoyed by pockets near metro areas but restrained by housing downturn and credit freezes. Growth weak in Phoenix, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Tampa while rust belt cities stanch losses and exurbs like Dallas Fort Worth and Houston post gains. Washington region gains aided by federal jobs. D C exurbs suffer from high costs and gasoline prices.
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Swedish countess seeks more than $53K weekly alimony in US divorce
Marie Douglas-David, a 36yearold Swedish countess and former investment banker, divorcing United Technologies Corp. chairman George David, argues $43 million from a 2005 postnuptial agreement is insufficient. She seeks about $100 million in cash and stock plus $130,000 a month in alimony as their divorce trial opens in Hartford.
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Journal-World Contacts and Subscriptions Information
The Lawrence Journal-World provides contact details for editors and departments including Dennis Anderson managing editor Caroline Trowbridge assignment director Ann Gardner editorial page editor Tom Keegan sports editor Jon Niccum entertainment editor Terry Rombeck features editor Jonathan Kealing online editor plus news partners 6News Mediaphormedia and subscription line with daily and weekend hours and redelivery guarantee.
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Wednesday poll prompts KU- North Dakota State game plan
Today's online poll asks how many social networks you use with options from none to four or more. A second question asks where you will watch the KU NDSU game Friday morning with at home the leading choice. Visit LJWorld.com to vote and see results.
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