Weather forecast signals a cold West and warm Midwest this winter
The National Weather Service issued a widely watched forecast predicting warmer conditions in the Midwest, South, and Southwest and colder readings for the West Coast and Northern Great Plains. East Coast and Central Great Plains were seen as mixed. The agency cautioned it is highly speculative.
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Deadly department store fire in Kyushu shocks Japan
A massive eight story blaze at an eight story Kyushu department store in Kumamoto City killed more than 99 people and injured 78 as shoppers packed an after Christmas sale. Firefighters battled the flames for hours and rescued dozens from the roof by helicopter. The cause was not known but decorations and merchandise fed the fire.
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Kyushu
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Great Demand Bicycle Shortage Hits Plano
Kenneth Gurney of Plano Cyclery reports a shortage of Schwinn bicycles despite the energy crisis. Dealers are allotted 950 Schwinns yearly, with popular models like the 10 speed Varsity at about 104 dollars and the Paramount at 452 dollars. Accessories and lower priced bikes are available as well. Gurney notes rising interest in biking for fitness and pollution reduction. He observes few take the energy crisis seriously and highlights the practicality of bicycles for short trips.
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Disaster Could Form From Crisis In Energy Shortage
Dr. Richard I. Evans of the University of Houston warned that while the energy crisis itself may not cause a mood dip, public reaction to the shortage could trigger an economic disaster if pessimism grows from sensing no end in sight to the crisis.
Judge Eyes New Facilities for Collin County
County Judge W G Proctor, a McKinney dealer for 45 years, signals support for a new courthouse and jail after condemning the current 100 year old facilities. He warns of rising costs if elections are delayed and notes his role overseeing courts, civil duties, and county governance.
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Bill) Proctor
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Editorial Observation on the American Dream Slipping Away
Nelda Whitehead laments that the traditional American Dream has faded. She recalls childhood dreams of presidency, space, and education, contrasting past simplicity with a modern world overwhelmed by technology, pollution, and rapid change. The piece questions whether future generations can still envision grand futures or must focus on survival tasks.
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Mark Twain
Weather Forecast for North Central and Northeastern Texas
United Press International reports a fair sky with a hint of unsettled air. Low temperatures tonight likely in the 40s and a high near 70s Friday for the region.
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