Flu vaccine shortage strains nationwide as demand soars
Amid a severe early flu outbreak, 300 people queued for shots at a pediatric office while others faced three hour lines. Schools shut down and ERs filled as doctors turn away patients. At least 20 children have died. officials report widespread activity across the western half and vow rapid vaccine distribution nationwide.
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State tally vague on total flu cases since first arrival
Kansas officials cannot provide an exact count of flu or flu like illness since the first case, calling the figure “a lot.” The KDHE urges targeting vaccines to seniors 65 plus, young children, pregnant women beyond three months, and high risk adults.
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Ottawa planning panel weighs long term growth and new developments
Lee outlined East 15th Street flood risk and a northern area near Ottawa's industrial park as long term growth zones. Plans include rebuilding US 59 into a four lane expressway linking with I 35, and a US 59 Montana Road interchange impacting city development. A new school east of Davis Road Wilson Street could shift growth patterns. a draft plan aims for January with February public hearings. Developers may seek final plats December 29, including Westwood Addition housing over 120 homes requiring a homeowners association and storm water basins.
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Halliburton faces scrutiny over Iraq contract deals
Halliburton says it supports a thorough review of government contracts amid debate on no bid awards. The controversy ties to Pentagon audits finding issues in KBR driven Iraq reconstruction contracts, with up to 15.6 billion awarded without competition and U.S. limits on bidders triggering international backlash.
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