Federal judge orders release of 277 Alabama prisoners
Federal Judge Robert Varner ordered the release of 277 inmates from overcrowded county jails in Alabama. The decision, upheld by U.S. Supreme Court Justice Lewis Powell, triggers debate over jail capacity and safety, with implications raised for Lawrence County where 44 inmates are housed and double-banking is debated to expand capacity.
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Robert Varner
Alabama
Charles Graddick
Varner
U.S. Supreme Court
Lewis Powell
Lawrence County
Pennsylvania
Joseph Gregg
United Press International
UPI
Unguarded waters unsafe risk warns amid tragedy
A 28 year old Youngstown man drowned at Hillsville Quarry during a raft ride with friends. The quarry’s unguarded waters pose hidden hazards and lifeguards may not always be available. The piece urges avoiding unguarded swim areas this summer.
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Youngstown
Hillsville
Service to community Samuel A Mooney
Samuel A Mooney devoted life to community service and mentoring youth. His steadfast determination earned him success and inspired others to imitate his good works. He was humble, remarkable, and admired by all he touched.
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Samuel A. Mooney
Mooney
Pentagon shifts to 9mm sidearm over .45 auto
The Pentagon plans a decade long phase out of the .45 caliber sidearm in favor of a 9mm semi-automatic. The 9mm is described as lighter, safer, more reliable and with a higher hit probability. Existing inventories include 418,000 .45s and 136,000 .38s, with actions yet to be announced.
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Pentagon
NATO
Birmingham
Ala
Off the Road and in the Fight for Local Environment
A local writer reflects on balancing jobs and environmental activism, praising cooperation between conservationists, lawmakers, and industry to solve issues without penalties. He cites case studies, lists regional groups like the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and Trout Unlimited, and envisions a future bus trip highlighting Lawrence County’s natural areas.
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Mayen
Nables Inc
W. Main St
Wecosville
oPlvania
Sierra Enasy Club
Pittsburgh Road
Brownsville
Ivania Trout Unlimited
Box
Imler 1
Pennsylvania
the Wildlife Society
Grove City College
Grove City
Lawrence
Mercer Counties
Lawrence County
McConnell’s Mill
Snap college courses out for this student
A nameless college freshman defends taking hard subjects like biology and chemistry to gain a well rounded education, rejecting the Dean’s List as a goal. The writer reflects on educators' views, the value of cross disciplinary knowledge, and personal regrets over a lopsided education. The student expresses commitment to learning over easy A grades despite tuition costs.
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Bob Hutchins
University of Chicago
Yale
A Christian Guide to Mastering Temper Through Faith
The letter advises that anger is common and destructive and cites Proverbs 22 24 25 and Galatians 5 19 21. It urges surrender to Jesus Christ, prayer, and reliance on the Holy Spirit to conquer temper. Colossians 3 5 12 is presented as the pattern of putting to death earthly anger and clothing oneself with compassion and patience.
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P.L.A
Jesus Christ
Christ
God
God the Holy Spirit
What exactly can you ask a Supreme Court nominee
A transcript style dialogue explores what questions are proper when probing a nominee. It contrasts historical and modern standards, noting that personal views on controversial issues may not determine judicial decisions. The interchange emphasizes constitutional responsibilities over anticipated rulings and highlights the limits of inquiry into a nominee’s future votes.
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Shy di
Great Britain
Silicon Valley
Supreme Court
Senator Jones
O’connor
O.C
D.C
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