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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 2001
Page
1
In Tokyo a robber grabbed 13274 dollars from a post office and fled on a bicycle. He dropped most of the cash along the street. police recovered 11614 dollars in bills. Authorities say deposit habits at post offices are similar to banks.
In Aspen, bears scrounge for sweets after late frosts and dry weather cut natural food. Former Olympic skier Andy Mill and wife Chris Evert were startled by a bear in their home. Colorado wildlife officials warn of increased encounters amid population growth and scarce food.
The forecast contains a 50 percent chance of rain today with a high near 80 to 85 degrees. Tonight the chance rises to 60 percent with a low around the same range. Sunday should be partly sunny with a high again near 80 to 85.
The Southern Illinoisan notes the Union County Fair opens Saturday with a Junior Horse Show at 1 p.m and closes with a demolition derby at 8 p.m on Aug 25. Queen pageant starts 8 p.m. Monday with a 1000 scholarship from Veterans of Foreign Wars plus 300 from the fair board. Various events include rides, livestock shows, mule and draft horse contests, pet parade, gospel sing, and free veterans day admission.
Energy police officer injured when suspect Jeffery Borders 36 fled in an ATV after a domestic dispute call. Borders allegedly struck the officer and a Herrin squad car before his arrest. Authorities from Herrin Energy Johnston City and Williamson County deputies pursued him.
West Frankfort park board seeks funds to finish the Community Park aquatic center. At Monday’s meeting officials weigh grants bond issues community fund raising corporate sponsors and advertising as options. Board members remain unified on the project.
CARTERVILLE The Tri C Elementary School board weighs legal action against Korte Luitjohan Construction Co over unresolved roof problems from the new building. Superintendent Tim Bleyer cited sections needing removal due to weather or installation issues and said the district hired attorney Merry Rhoades to ensure proper representation while seeking a fast resolution.
Harold Gammon approached a cabin window in Wayne County to propose with a diamond ring but deputies arrived after a drug lab was traced by a dog. He and his girlfriend were arrested. the ring moment occurred as law enforcement moved in at the Geff cabin northeast of McLeansboro.
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