Kerry Eyes Wisconsin As Clark Withdraws From Race
Kerry extended his front runner status after Virginia and Tennessee wins sending Wesley Clark out of the race. Edwards vows to stay, Dean presses Wisconsin, Kucinich and Sharpton indicate they will continue. Kerry sets upcoming Wisconsin primary and Nevada caucuses as he pivots to Bush critique.
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Battle looms over Sebelius expanded state gambling plan
Senate committee opens review of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius proposed gambling expansion. Plan calls for up to five state owned casinos, up to 2500 video lottery machines at five pari mutuel tracks, and up to five VLTs at 240 fraternal halls. A seven member commission would select proposals with governor appointing three members and chair. Local control touted to fit communities.
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Bombing at Iraqi recruitment center spurs injuries and fears
In Baghdad a car bombing at a guarded Iraqi army recruitment center wounded many while about 300 people waited outside the locked gates. Some planned to join the army or depart for a Jordan training camp as U S forces push Iraqi security forces to lead operations. A Ramadi roadside blast wounded four in a U S convoy, and gunmen hit a Mosul office of the Democratic Assyrian Party. Defense Secretary Rumsfeld said recruitment continues despite attacks.
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Oil prices rise as OPEC push faces limits
Oil markets extend gains on word that OPEC may curb over production. North Sea Brent for March closed at 30.04 dollars, U.S. light crude at 33.87, as analysts warn higher prices could prompt Norway and Mexico to boost output. Experts from Wood Mackenzie and Merrill Lynch say April production cuts could raise costs for consumers.
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Ottawa tourism official eyeing antiques bikes and festivals
Camis envisions promoting antiques and a dedicated festival to showcase them in Ottawa. He cites a potential bicycle supplies market along the Prairie Spirit trail and attracting a specialty bike shop with chamber cooperation. He aims to draw college students and visiting parents with more dining options and to use the Visitor Information Center as a springboard for longer visits by adding public research access.
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Disappearance rattles Ottawa community as search continues
In Ottawa, friends recall Lesley as a cheerful presence after her disappearance. Wiggins and family express shock and hope for the best while awaiting updates. Condolences pour in, with candlelight vigil ideas floated but no plans set. Aunt Cheryl Ward stresses the pain of not knowing until closure. Vickie Moss at vmoss ottawaherald.com.
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