Alito Named to Supreme Court by Bush After Miers
President Bush nominated conservative judge Samuel Alito to replace Justice Sandra Day O Connor, aiming to reshape the court and appease his base. Democrats oppose, with Senate leaders weighing confirmation and party lines likely to spark a fight.
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Military Deaths Mark Deadliest October for U.S. Troops in Iraq
Six American soldiers were killed in two bombings in Iraq, one near Youssifiyah and another near Balad, raising October 2005 toll to over 90 and total U.S. deaths since 2003 to 2,024. U.S. jets then bombed two insurgent safe houses near the Syrian border.
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ORC Interi Board Reviews Interim Director Applicants
Fourteen people have applied for Ottawa Recreation Commission interim director, with more possible today. A 4:30 p.m. meeting at Don Woodward Center will review applications and set a time to discuss candidates. Deadline to submit is 5 p.m. today. The director position opened after September resignations of Jane Morton and two ORC board members amid scrutiny. Representatives from the school district and city are involved in the review process.
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Randy Vance
Peg McFadden
Bill Wright
Wright
Dog club races showcase four legged prowess
Brady, a Jack Russell Terrier owned by Karen McAlister of Iowa City, leads the pack over a hurdle at the Franklin County Fairgrounds during adult races. The Heartland Working Jack Russell Terrier Club hosted the weekend event, drawing participants from across the United States for show and skill competitions. Okey Dokey, a 9 year old Jack Russell rescue, barks at passing dogs as Deb Shanahan holds her in Omaha Nebraska.
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Deb Shanahan
Omaha
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Support group helps Ottawans cope with pet loss
Ottawa woman Lora Reiter formed the Thousand Kisses Circle grief support group after the death of her Doberman Tausend Kusse. The group aims to validate pet grief, aid recovery, and show that animal bonds can be as meaningful as human ones.
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Vickie Moss
Ottawa
Thousand Kisses Circle
Reiter
Tausend
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