Lincoln County Historical Society Board meets today
Lincoln County Historical Society board meets at 10 a.m. at The Watson House in Lincoln to discuss events for 2014 and invites input. A Dutch treat lunch at The Dolan House follows, with Lincoln Historic Site buildings open and volunteers urged to participate.
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Could those shedding trees be infested with twig girdler beetles
Patricia McE asks about two seven year old Leland Cypress shedding only the tips. Curtis W. Smith explains twig girdler beetles may cause flagging by feeding under bark, with other pests like cypress bark beetles or scale possible. Stress from dry weather increases susceptibility. Diagnosis should be confirmed with local Extension Service. treatment includes labeled insecticides and cultural practices such as proper irrigation.
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War of viruses and humanity underscored by research need
Dr. Komaroff weighs the viral arms race highlighting rapid mutation and resistance, global travel spreading infections, and the partial gains from vaccines and antivirals. He argues for increased medical research funding to tilt the balance in humanity’s favor.
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Prosecutor seeks death penalty factor for human smuggling
Pinal County Attorney Lando Voyles urged adding past human smuggling convictions to the list of aggravating factors for murder cases. He argues this could deter smuggling across the U S Mexican border, while opponents warn the change may risk constitutional challenges under Supreme Court precedent.
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Feulner argues for school choice amid DC strike over reforms
Ed Feulner of the Heritage Foundation urges expanding private options like education savings accounts while criticizing teachers unions for resisting reforms. He notes DC’s public schools struggle with violence and poor performance and cites the 2004 DC Opportunity Scholarship Program as a cost effective alternative. He warns American education faces a crossroads between centralized government control and expanded parental authority.
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