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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 2001
Page
1
A NASA photo captures coronal loops arching up to 300000 miles above active sunspots. The image suggests solar activity zones are more complex than earlier scientists believed.
A 100 year old architect Harold Fisher credits his long work life to loving his job. He began as a 15 year old apprentice in Uniontown Pennsylvania earning $2 a day and now runs Harold H. Fisher & Associates in Harper Woods Michigan designing religious buildings. Fisher says he remains active, working six to eight hours daily and enjoys the creative, faith, and family aspects of his career.
Mostly sunny today with a high in the lower 50s. Tonight a 50 percent rain chance with a low in the lower 40s. Wednesday brings a 90 percent rain chance. Details on page 8A. Subscribe at 800 228-0429 option 2 or online at www.thesouthern.com 24/7.
Preliminary autopsy finds Shelley Davis died from a broken neck after falling from a railroad overpass near Akin. Sheriff Bill Wilson said no foul play is suspected though investigation continues as party exposure and underage witnesses are noted. A train crew found her beside tracks after 2 a.m.
Hamid Karzai, heading a U N backed transitional government, says Afghanistan must destroy extremist networks before building a functioning state. He urges U S support, seeks Osama bin Laden and Omar, and orders the release of about 1600 prisoners from Taliban jails as Kandahar cites fragile peace.
Randy Hall, Democrat from West Frankfort, filed petitions for the March 2002 Franklin County primary. Hall, 32, faces trial February 26 on two counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault and one count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse involving a 13-year-old girl. He was arrested September 30, 2000, at the American Classic Inn. He pleads innocent.
In a nationwide radio effort, Democratic strategists attack Illinois Rep. John Shimkus and two other House Republicans over a vote on the GOP sponsored economic stimulus package. The spots cite the recession and 300000 unemployed Illinoisans to rebuke Shimkus for backing the measure approved 216 214 in the House.
In Springfield the morning air was a chill around 25 degrees as hundreds queued before doors opened. Politicians and aides gathered for filing nominating petitions to secure spots on the ballot for next year’s primary, for 324 offices listed under candidates.
Health experts share practical tips to resist overeating during festive seasons. Strategies include mindful eating, portion control, balanced meals, regular exercise, hydration, and sleep routines to reduce cravings and support long term weight management.
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