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Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 2012

Page

3

West Frankfort officials seek to keep Sears and Kmart open

West Frankfort Mayor Tom Jordan says the Kmart store is vital to the community as city leaders explore all options to influence Sears Holdings to keep the store open. He notes the town lacks another large department store and emphasizes the retailer's significant local investment.

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Iowa caucus shows Santorum Romney near tie and Bachmann lag

Returns from most precincts place Santorum at 24.6 percent, Romney 24.5, and Paul 21.3 with Gingrich at 13 and Perry 10 while Bachmann trails at 5. No recount planned. Party spokesman says ballots were counted under campaign supervision and totals double checked before state officials.

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Electability Seen as Key in Voters Exit Polls

Voters say electability matters most, with Romney Santorum and Paul leading in Iowa results. Santorum praised for old fashioned campaigning, while Perry Huntsman Gingrich show weak showings that may hinder a comeback. Yepsen notes Santorum could win in a one on one race and faces a choice between New Hampshire or South Carolina.

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No foul play suspected in Pope County mobile home fire

A Sunday fire in a Pope County mobile home killed three adults or teens. Fire crews from multiple agencies fought the blaze for over seven hours. Coroner Mark Aly said the victims were found at the scene and two nearby vehicles, grain bins, and a propane tank were affected. Investigators conducted interviews in Hamletsburg as residents remain in shock.

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