Edwards withdraws from presidential race in New Orleans
Former senator John Edwards ends his bid saying history must blaze its path with Clinton and Obama as frontrunners. He vows to engage in poverty relief while his family stands with him in New Orleans where his campaign began amid hurricane recovery.
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Herrin Sees Major Tax Savings If Sales Tax Passes
Herrin property owners could cut annual property taxes significantly if a new sales tax referendum passes. A $50 000 home would save about 217, a $100 000 home about 433, with savings immediate and a share of school districts’ bond debt addressed. Marion Unit 2 and Crab Orchard districts project abatements and new construction tied to the measure.
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Taxable items and district tax abatement notes
The text lists taxable items such as gasoline appliances clothing and hotel stays and notes exemptions for food drugs and registered tangible personal property. It mentions Johnston City and Carterville districts delaying property tax abatement due to construction projects including new classrooms and a high school.
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Marshall recounts Clinton introduction and backstage buzz
Marshall describes Cas Clinton's introduction as amazing at a Edwardsville event. He details backstage chaos with students, Secret Service, and donors, a pep rally crowd, and a quick chat with Clinton after his speech. He gave Clinton a resume and recalls Clinton thanking him.
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