Robo-Bug Scorpion book ties students to robotics project
Lincoln Elementary fifth graders helped author Lou Ann Thomas adapt Robo-Bug Scorpion The Many Faces of Robots for young readers and showcased their input at book fairs nationwide The project featured a robotic scorpion and includes Zach George now a middle school student whose testimonial appears on the back of each copy The author visited the class via teacher Janet Huddlestun and Becker Meyer interactive book creators to refine the kid friendly narrative.
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Fossett's GlobalFlyer completes solo circumnavigation attempt
Steve Fossett guided GlobalFlyer by autopilot high above Lake Huron before instruments failed. He landed at Salina Municipal Airport two miles from the runway after twilight, seeking the first nonstop solo around the world. About 10,000 spectators watched the historic moment.
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GOP leaders back Bush Social Security plan but doubt passage
Washington Republican leaders say they support President Bush's plan to remake Social Security but concede they may not win congressional approval this year. House Majority Leader Tom DeLay calls it the mother of all issues while noting opponents are better organized. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist and others add caution as Bush presses the case.
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Voters Turnout Edges Forecast in Franklin County Primary
A slightly larger turnout than expected attended the Franklin County city and school board primaries. In Richmond, Stan Milliken and Roger Mills Sr. lead the mayoral race with 26 and 23 votes respectively, while Rollie Harris has 17. County Clerk Shaun Perry notes Richmond turnout near 10 percent, up from predictions. A candidates forum is planned for questions before the primary.
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Supreme Court weighs Ten Commandments displays today
The Supreme Court considers if government displays of the Ten Commandments violate the First Amendment. Arguments focus on cases from Texas and Kentucky amid a long running public clash over church state separation. Demonstrators gathered outside the court, with over 50 groups filing friend of the court briefs.
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Bush presses faith based charity funding via orders
President Bush reaffirmed support for religious groups competing for government money as long as services are available to all. He urges Congress to codify executive orders into law, while opponents warn of government funding religion. A high court ruling on Ten Commandments displays looms with broad implications.
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