Greenfield saves baseball with community drive
In Greenfield Ohio a town of 5000 rallied over Memorial Day weekend to save youth baseball after auto industry losses reduced city funds. Volunteers fixed fields bought equipment and signed up 450 children while cutting costs with used equipment and minimal facilities. The opening day is set for Tuesday as residents seek hope and normalcy amid unemployment.
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Las Vegas casinos turn to bargains to lure visitors
Casinos on the Las Vegas Strip push value to lure recession-weary gamblers. At O’Sheas, Harrah’s overseer Don Marrandino touts $45 liquor promos as occupancy drops to about 72 percent in January. Industry executives say the shift to bargains aims to fill rooms, meals, drinks, and entertainment amid tighter budgets.
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Zookeeper bitten by Bengal tiger at Memphis Zoo
Memphis Zoo spokesman said a zookeeper was in stable condition after a Bengal tiger named Kumari bit him in the lower calf on Sunday morning. The attack occurred in a secure area away from visitors as officials opened an investigation into the incident.
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Adviser says overturn of gay ban not high priority
President Obama’s top military adviser, Admiral Michael Mullen, said the Pentagon faces major challenges with two wars and should not rush to overturn the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy. He noted an assessment of potential effects but for now the policy remains in place.
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