Mud Lake Couple Seeks Name Change to Golden Pond
In NATION COTTON Minn AP Larry and Jane Ringhoffer petition to rename their Mud Lake home to Golden Pond. They cite nostalgia and own all land around the 25 acre lake. A public hearing is set Sept 15 in Duluth. Golden Pond would be unique in Minnesota.
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Cyclist Fails to Clear Roadblock in Rally
A cyclist faced an impassable roadblock during a local ride as attempts to circumvent it were unsuccessful, forcing the rider to pause and reroute. Authorities advised caution and planned detour signage for the route.
Cypert a Paralympian races toward world elite cycling
Richard Cypert, a cerebral palsy survivor from New Tam, began bike racing in 1990 and rose to international level. He set an American record in the 5000 meter time trial in Barcelona in 1992 and has since competed nationally and abroad, overcoming severe early physical challenges to become one of the fastest disabled cyclists.
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Plane crash near Quito kills 78 in Andes
A Cuban Tupolev 154 crashed after takeoff from Mariscal Sucre Quito, slamming into a shop and a residential area at 9,300 feet. At least 78 killed, 15-19 foreigners among victims, 19 workers rescued, survivors pulled from wreckage as firefighters battled flames.
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Northwest pilots strike stalls travel and flights canceled
Travelers faced hours of delays and car rentals as Northwest Airlines pilots began a strike after negotiations broke down hours before the deadline. The union rejected a last minute offer and Northwest canceled all 1,700 daily flights through Tuesday, with international European flights also halted for Wednesday. Airports in Detroit, Memphis, and Minneapolis saw little activity as disruption spread.
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Historic Del Rio plaza rebuilt after devastating floods
Four months after a civic remodeling, Del Rio's San Felipe plaza suffered flood damage destroying bricks, fountains, and railings. Residents recall happier Cinco de Mayo celebrations as they assess the wreckage and plan repairs. One resident laments the loss of past street dances.
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Patton accused of using agenda for personal gain in bid for job
County Commissioner Tom Todd accuses fellow Commissioner Mike Patton of stalling budget and tax decisions to create a job for himself. Todd cites a plan by Judge Jim Bobo to form a county fines and costs collection agency, which Patton denies, saying his aims are personal business and tax relief agendas.
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