75-Year-Old Pilot Intercepted by F-16s Over Chicago
Myrtle Rose, 75, piloted a Piper J-3 Cub near Chicago when two F-16s scrambled during President Obama’s visit. She believed the jets were admiring her plane, not realizing they were enforcing airspace restrictions. Authorities may fine or suspend her license. FAA investigation to take weeks.
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Return of implements boosts Illinois State Fair crowd pull
Springfield reports the Illinois State Fair runs August 12 to 21 with restored farm implements on display after years away. Riverton farmer Allen Entwistle helped lure implement dealers back, while State officials highlight the Heartland exhibit, Conservation World, and new chef demonstrations using local produce. Admission is five dollars for adults, two for seniors and children, with seven dollars parking.
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Five New Orleans officers convicted in Katrina bridge shootings
A federal jury convicted five current or former New Orleans police officers of civil rights violations tied to the Danziger Bridge shootings in the chaotic Katrina aftermath. The verdicts cover the deaths of 17 year old James Brissette and Ronald Madison, plus injuries to four others, with convictions also for a cover up including a planted gun and falsified reports.
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Villavaso
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Certified: Board of Review Appeals Hear Challenges
Members finalize state exam Vallino declares readiness to return to work. The Jackson County three member board of review handles appeals from residents and businesses over assessed property values amid Republican criticism of appointment rules and the absence of a certified member.
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Peaches festival thrives despite rainstorm
A Flamm's Orchard truck delivered 312 half peck baskets of peaches to the spin and win booth as attendees gathered. Heil said the aim is for people to get peaches for the community, while Ron Moutardier, event chair, expected good turnout despite cooler weather after a hot week.
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Former deputy’s trial set for Sept 19 in Saline Co
Todd Fort, owner of Civil Process Service, is accused of billing Federal Express shipping accounts from his private business to the Saline County Sheriff's Department. A pre-trial for theft charges was postponed as the state focuses on criminal sexual assault case. The offenses span June 2 2008 to March 8 2010.
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