Waterfowl boom drives near record counts in 1997 survey
The annual U S Fish and Wildlife Service survey shows breeding ducks at 42.5 million, a 2113 percent rise since 1955 and 31 percent above the long term average. Habitat conditions and rainfall boosted populations, though pintails, scaup, and canvasbacks trail targets. Maryland DNR outlines tentative 1997 98 seasons with meetings and public comments.
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Mize takes early edge at Sprint International golf event
Larry Mize led the rain delayed first round at Castle Pines Golf Club with eight birdies using a new putter, posting 16 points through 17 holes before a bogey. Lightning and rain halted play. crews expected to resume at 7 a.m. Friday as course waterlogged. Phil Mickelson stood second with 14 points, Dave Stockton Jr. had 12, and Brad Faxon among a group of 10.
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Kramer Seeks Starting Role Amid Bears Quarterback Shuffle
Erik Kramer expresses belief he is a key part of the Bears plan despite Chicago trading for Rick Mirer. He notes his health and West Coast offense experience, while Mirer struggles to adapt. The piece also covers Ortardo Pace holdout talks and injuries to Giants center Brian Williams and Broncos defender Jumpy Geathers, with Shanahan commenting on Geathers’ career-threatening Achilles tear.
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Spurrier may land $2 million contract at Florida
Steve Spurrier, top college coach after guiding Florida to a national title, could soon earn about $2 million per year under an extension reported by The Florida Times Union. Athletic director Jeremy Foley said talks are ongoing with hopes to finalize before the season.
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Elway and Marino Forge Friendship Through Time
Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway says Dan Marino is now a friend after fierce early NFL rivalry. He credits time, shared off season activities, and golf outings for the shift. The two veterans, 37 and 35, prepare for an exhibition in Mexico City.
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Alabama announcer John Forney dies at 70 in Birmingham
John Forney longtime Alabama football broadcaster died at Baptist Medical Center Montclair in Birmingham at age 70 from cardiac arrest. He was in town for SEC Media Days and collapsed after working out, leaving colleagues and fans mourning his work behind the Crimson Tide. He was known as the voice of the Crimson Tide during Bryant and post Bryant eras.
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Cowboys lose cornerback Davis in knee injury
Dallas Cowboys cornerback Wendell Davis will miss four to seven weeks with a torn cartilage in his left knee. The injury raises the stake for Deion Sanders to return early from his stint with the Cincinnati Reds. Davis started in Sanders absence and would back him up upon Sanders’ return. Davis described a knee buckle after planting his left foot during drills. The season opener is August 31 at Pittsburgh.
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