Heat wave breaks with cooler air on the way
After nearly two weeks of brutal heat the region expects relief as temperatures dip to the low to mid 90s with a 40 percent chance of afternoon storms. Heat deaths rise, mainly among seniors in Philadelphia and others across the East Coast, while beaches fill and air conditioners fly off shelves.
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Floods Knock Out Water and Power in Des Moines
Mississippi floodwaters crippled Des Moines water supply and left thousands without electricity as the city faced a monthlong wait for service restoration. Seven substations were flooded, 30,000 people affected, and pumps trucks and guard relief organized while authorities warned floods could continue into August.
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Mob kills journalists after U N attack in Mogadishu
In Mogadishu a mob killed AP photographer Hansi Krauss of Germany and Reuters photographer Dan Eldon of Britain after U.N. helicopters blasted targets. Reports say up to 73 Somalis died in the bombardment and two other Reuters staff remain missing.
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Germany
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Africa
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Eldon
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Anthony Macharia
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Pakistan
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Ali Ibrahim Marsal
Jean- Claude Jumel
France
TF1
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Berlin Wall
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Mohamed Farrah Aidid
Planning meetings on Frederick's future plan schedule
Frederick Planning Commission and public meetings set by City Planning Director James Schmersahl to discuss the Staff Draft Comprehensive Plan for the city. Four Monday evening sessions at 7 p.m. in City Hall Board Room will cover goals concepts context and forecasts of plan elements.
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Frederick
City Hall
Inside The Frederick News Post recycled edition note
A brief item notes that parts of The Frederick News Post are printed on 100 percent recycled paper and that the newspaper itself is recyclable. The statement emphasizes environmental sustainability for the publication.
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Flood disaster tally across Midwest storms
Illinois reports 1 death with over 500000 acres flooded and 260 million in crop losses. Iowa faces about 1 billion in damages and 6000 evacuations while Minnesota records 3 deaths and 2.6 million acres flooded. Missouri shows up to 1 billion in losses with over 14000 homes damaged and many levee breaks. Nebraska and South Dakota log millions in damage and thousands of homes affected. Wisconsin reports 258 million in damages and 1500 homes damaged with broad disaster eligibility.
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Cruisin' Back to Simpler Times At Local Car Meet
Randy Garlock of Myersville recalls 1955s era as enthusiasts gather with bumpers, tailfins and flame-painted cars. He notes the difference today as crowds admire vintage autos while nearby loitering would get you kicked out in the past.
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Myersville
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