Ottawa man joins airlift to Russia on European trip
Tim O’Keefe reports Ottawa pharmacist George Kramer and his wife Jacquelyn joined the Heart to Heart Airlift in Moscow during a 22 day Europe tour. About 80 tons of medical goods were delivered to Russian hospitals with four Moscow sites visited. The group met native Ottawan Gary Hart in Red Square during the trip.
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Retiring shelter manager recalls 25 years of service
Ita Cruces will retire Friday after more than 25 years as manager of the Franklin County Humane Society Animal Shelter. Garry Abbott will become manager. Built in 1948 by Bea Peck, the shelter faces crowding and a low adoption rate, with euthanasia used for unadopted pets. Cruces cites emotional strain and ongoing controversy over the practice, hoping fewer dogs are bred.
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Bosnia crisis deepens as Sarajevo endures new fighting
In Belgrade and Sarajevo strong explosions and heavy clashes persist as Alija Izetbegovic calls for uprising against Serb led forces. The EC moves to sanction Serbia with oil embargo and asset freezes while UN and Red Cross withdraw staff amid worsening violence and hijackings. The Serbian Orthodox Church distances itself from the ruling Socialist Party and urges no punishment of ordinary citizens.
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Court hears challenge to Kansas redistricting plan
Former legislator David Miller told the Kansas Supreme Court that the redistricting plan was flawed and lacked sufficient public involvement. Attorneys for the state urged approval, arguing the maps meet constitutional standards, while questions focused on the accuracy of 1990 census figures as the court weighs House and Senate district plans.
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