Shannon Lucid returns from space to Earth set for long recovery
Astronaut Shannon Lucid lands at Kennedy Space Center after 188 days aboard Mir and space shuttle Atlantis. She stories of recovery include weeks of medical tests for heart and bones, while basking in home comforts, welcomed by President Clinton and family. NASA notes her stamina, dedication, and hero status as they study effects of long-duration spaceflight on mind and body.
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Farmland Protection Program advances in 18 states
The Agriculture Department announced a Farmland Protection Program to preserve about 50 000 acres near cities at a cost of 14.5 million dollars. Agreements with states tribes and local governments cover 18 states including California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Kentucky Maryland Massachusetts Michigan New Jersey New York North Carolina Pennsylvania Rhode Island Virginia Vermont Washington and Wisconsin. Funds cover roughly one fourth of costs with potential to reach half.
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