Iraqi sovereignty test under US handover near June 30
Residents fear democracy in Iraq amid insurgent attacks as the United States prepares to transfer sovereignty to a new Iraqi government on June 30. Clerks, professors, and locals cite lasting occupation concerns and regional instability while supporting the move as necessary to end direct rule.
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Italy
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Ottawa man to work on Oman air base project
Albert Fritts of Ottawan chats about a one year contract with DynCorp International LLC to help build a U S Air Force base in Thumrait Oman near Saudi Arabia. He cites ten years in the Marines and prison guard work as confidence as he faces regional terrorism.
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Iraq
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Local man takes assignment to build air base in Oman
Ottawa resident Albert Fritts, a DynCorp International contractor, will lead a one year project to construct an air force base in Thumra il Oman for the U S and British air forces. With 14 years in construction he will supervise 150 to 500 local workers and manage safety programs.
GDP growth slows in first quarter 2004 economy report
Washington AP reports GDP rose at 3.9 percent annual rate in Q1 2004, down from 4.4 percent earlier, marking the slowest pace since mid-2003. Commerce Department cited a swollen trade deficit and softer consumer spending, with energy prices and outlook for Q2 shaping growth forecasts for 2004. Analysts note potential for 3.5 to 4.5 percent Q2 growth and a full-year GDP around 4.7 percent, the strongest in 20 years if met.
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Commerce Department
United States
Franklin County eyeing Early Head Start expansion
Franklin County leaders say Head Start improvements are notable but gaps remain. The Kansas Kids Count Data Book calls Early Head Start availability an area of concern, with grants sought to fund free birth to age three child care for low income families.
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