Arctic cold tightens grip across U.S. with gas shortages
The Winter of 77 tightens its grip as arctic air drives temperatures down across the East Midwest and South. Gas shortages force school and factory closures, with Pennsylvania moving to shift gas to industry and affecting millions of students. The storm brings high winds, wrecks on Interstates 57, and two fatalities in Illinois as politicians seek emergency gas authority and Congress may act soon.
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Illinois Senate makes 94 ballots in deadlocked president vote
The Illinois Senate set a record with 94 roll calls in a stalled bid to elect Senate president. A shoving incident occurred on the floor as tensions rose. three Democrats led the field while Republicans, outnumbered, stayed out of the vote. The forecasted end remains unseen.
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Distorted winds drive unusually cold US winter pattern
The pattern of upper atmosphere distortion since September pulls Arctic air south, with two more years of cold likely. Two thirds of the nation face a cold winter as Alaska and northern regions enjoy milder conditions while southern states endure the chill.
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Weather outlook shifts to milder temperatures Friday
The threat of heavy snow and sub zero weather faded as warm air from the south moves into Southern Illinois. Friday highs are forecast in the low 50s with mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies and only a 10 percent precipitation chance.
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Weekend Snow Possibility With Mild Evenings Ahead
The forecast calls for mild evenings and Friday with highs in the upper 40s and lows in the 20s. Saturday could reach about 50 degrees, with a chance of snow possible over the weekend.
Demolition delay possible with 200000 bond for Willard House
The Willard House in Anna-Jonesboro could be spared from demolition if a 200000 bond is posted to permit a court appeal. The note appears among other items in the Southern Illinois Calendar and local state government updates.
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Salt Shortage Strains Southern Illinois Snow Cleanup
State and county highway departments face salt shortages as a winter storm threat looms. Carbondale maintenance chief Carl DeWitt reports about 700 tons left from a 3500 ton stockpile, with Jackson Williamson Perry and Franklin counties scrambling to cope. Some counties rely on calcium chloride and cinders while others rely on sun and old methods.
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Moyers Seen as Possible CIA Nominee for Carter
Bill Moyers, longtime Johnson aide and CBS Reports chief, is viewed as a premier candidate for CIA director under President Carter. Moyers travels abroad amid speculation, while White House aides caution against naming a frontrunner and others like Warnke and Gen. Gavin are also mentioned.
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CIPS Says It Is In Better Shape for New Cold Spell
Darrel Smits of Central Illinois Public Service Southern Division says no curtailment is expected as a new cold spell hits. The utility has 15 million cubic feet daily in gas from Northern Illinois Electric Co and notes higher synthetic gas costs. The Marion gas plant runs at capacity while the De Soto plant is down after an air compressor failure. overall supply is sufficient for a few cold days. Electric supervisor William Neuman adds no problems anticipated but “holding our breath.”
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Illinois winter strains fuel supplies raise curtailment risk
The harsh winter strains fuel stocks as utility firms warn of possible gas curtailments if demand surges beyond supply. State energy coordinator Michael Adsit cautions frigid weather could push natural gas need higher than reserves. Utilities report variable readiness with some firms insulated by storage and alternate fuels.
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