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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 2001
Page
1
In Kuala Lumpur, during a practice jump for the Malaysia International Extreme Skydiving Championship, a skydiver leaves the Petronas Twin Towers as 51 competitors from 16 countries watch. Each tower stands 1,483 feet tall in the event atmosphere.
Great Falls area tale notes Benton Lake School has no students for the new year after a single second grader left for Fort Benton. District official warns several Montana schools plan to cancel classes as teacher shortages loom nationwide.
AP photo shows Spc Don Boyle patrolling in the Army Land Warrior System. The M-4 carbine carries a thermal sight and daylight video sight with GPS and embedded computers. Instant satellite battlefield imagery aids combat.
Partly cloudy with a risk of showers and a high near 90. Tonight stays partly cloudy with a mid 60s low. Wednesday brings mostly sunny skies and a high between 85 and 90. Details on 8A and 24/7 online service at southernillinoisan.com.
A federal court denied dismissal allowing the federal suit over the new map to proceed while a Saline County judge moved the case to Sangamon County. Attorney Howerton criticized the state board of elections and warned of broader partisan fallout as the 2002 election map takes effect. Primary petitions open Sept. 18, 2001.
The Amateur Trapshooting Association plans to relocate its world headquarters to a 1,300 acre site north of Sparta Illinois near the Illinois border with Ohio. The Grand American will have a permanent home in Randolph County under a move approved at an August board meeting. The change keeps the ATA in its historical base as Gov. Ryan prepares a formal announcement.
Wendy Horton trains Wildlife Wendy Tropical Bird show acts that thrill visitors with dancing, basketball style tricks and scooter speed. The LA based trainer rose from Moorpark College to television credit on Leno and national pet programs as she tours the fair performing for live crowds.
Southern Illinois Healthcare announces plans to sell Ferrell Hospital Doctor's Clinic and Pine Street Pharmacy in Eldorado as it refocuses investments and service mix after closing Union Hospital in West Frankfort and pending use agreement at Franklin Hospital. Officials say current facilities will remain open during any transition.
Cobden woman shines at state fairs with award winning cookies and candy entries. Local exhibitor demonstrates skill in baking, presenting a variety of treats judged for flavor appearance and originality.
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