Deadly Ivan floods sweep Appalachians and threaten communities
Hurricanes Ivan drops heavy rain and tornadoes from Georgia to Maryland. Floods swamp homes, strand students at schools, and force evacuations across North Carolina Georgia Tennessee Ohio and West Virginia as crews race to rescue people amid widespread damage.
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Family greets returning soldiers with surprise race car gift
More than 50 people gathered at the armory as Ken King surprised his son Josh King, a 324th non commissioned officer, with a 1968 Chevy Chevelle suited for the drag strip. Miller and King had served as gunners on convoys through Iraq and Kuwait including Baghdad, facing insurgent threats.
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Miami receives $10 million gift to create John T. Petters Center
The John T. Petters Center will memorialize John Petters and support international business studies. Thomas Petters and family fund the center to broaden college access and diversity, with John’s sister Jennifer Petters chairing the foundation. Miami University officials express gratitude and commitment to honoring his memory.
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Cleanup efforts surge as Ivan devastates Alabama coast
Coastline in Gulf Shores lies littered with air conditioning units and debris after Ivan, with 660000 Alabama power outages, while Gov. Riley vows swift cleanup. Florida endures Charley Frances damage with billions in insured loss. National Guard deployed and President Bush to survey recovery.
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Gun law blamed as series of shootings rock Middletown
Police investigate three related shootings in Middletown starting with a bartender shot at a club. A second shooting at Edwards Brothers Reception Hall left two cars hit by bullets, followed by a shot fired from a white SUV on Hill Avenue. Detectives pursue possible retaliation links.
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