General warns against cutting U S forces in Afghanistan
Maj. Gen. Eric Olson tells The Associated Press that a 17 000 strong U S force should not be reduced as insurgents remain a grave threat and Afghan and NATO forces are not ready to fill the gap. He cautions against a spring lull and notes Kabul’s dependence on coalition support.
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Richmond mayoral race centers on youth recreation plan
Three candidates vie in Richmond for mayor focusing on creating a downtown youth recreation area. Mills advocates a donated space for a center and notes regional water plans, plus city water system upgrades without plant shutdown. Mills, a former worker with disability, has studied local issues including zoning. Rollie Harris, long-time resident, is also in the field.
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Three Way Contest for Central Heights USD 288 Position 6 Board
The Ottawa Herald reports three candidates for Position 6 on the Central Heights USD 288 Board. Incumbent Ron Sluder faces challengers Scott Turley and Jon Johnson as primaries narrow to two for the April 5 general election. Polling runs 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Richmond Township fire station, Rantoul Community Center, and Pottawatomie Township Hall in Lane.
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Mixed economy results lift Dow. manufacturing losses persist
U.S. stock averages rose as the Dow Jones gained 75 points to close at 10,748.79 amid lingering manufacturing weakness from the last recession. January orders fell $2.17 billion for aircraft and parts to $5.84 billion, with autos down 3.8 percent to $38.15 billion, while nondefense capital goods edged up 0.2 percent.
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Judge upholds school consolidation ruling in Thayer case
Pittsburg attorney Kurt Loy says the board voted to close Thayer High School and end the Thayer Flyers, while Lyle cites state law allowing consolidation and finds no merit in the suit. District residents opposed to consolidation can seek change through the Legislature or by electing a new school board.
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Courts wrestle with same sex marriage and procreation
The debate centers on whether banning same sex marriage serves any state interest in promoting procreation. Courts in Massachusetts New York and Washington state have rejected procreation as a justification, while Indiana and Arizona courts sided differently. Voters in 11 states approved bans. courts scrutinize precedents as national rulings remain unsettled.
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Martin honored for 55 years of service at American Royal
Gilbert Martin received a formal tribute at the American Royal in October 2004 after a five and half decade career as livestock contest foreman and official timer. He recalled starting in 1950 and joining the Royal board in 1984. The event, Kansas City’s longest running show, attracts hundreds of thousands for the parade, livestock judging, and related events. The scholarship in his name awaits its final amount.
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