NRA seeks stay of court ruling on campaign finance
The NRA asks the Supreme Court for a emergency stay blocking part of the campaign finance law that restricts issue ads. It wants faster action from the lower court as it seeks to air ads urging McCain and criticizing Schumer. The case centers on whether the law’s advertising limits and soft money ban infringe constitutional rights while timing provisions could trigger if stay is granted.
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Graduation remarks at Ottawa University highlight diversity and next steps
Martin Luther King Jr is cited on service and diversity as assets at Ottawa University. John E Neal urges graduates to savor the moment, then plan the next ambitious act. Kimberly D Jones presents the Senior Class gift a television for the Student Union with a new remote.
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Ottawa tourism boosts economy and attracts visitors
McGee cites tourism contributing about 3.4 billion dollars nationally with over 225 million in state and local taxes. Franklin County saw 6.5 million in domestic travel spending in 2001 and ranks 24th in the state for tourism impact. The CVB move to the Visitors Information Center raises Ottawa’s visibility and leaves a memorable impression.
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Six new names added to Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Colleen Joyce Pontes, eight months pregnant, plans to tell her child about her grandfather Army Spc. Kevin John Joyce who volunteered for Vietnam service and died after injuries. His name, along with five others, was added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, bringing the total to 58,245. The six newly inscribed names include Don ald Scott Carson, Frank Luther Huddleston, Dwaine Usry McGriff, James Mark Rogers, William Joseph Scannel, and Joyce’s.
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