Christopher town marks 100th birthday celebration
Christopher town celebrates its 100th birthday with community events and local pride as residents reflect on a century of growth. The observance highlights town history and future plans for the community.
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Shooting Suspect Arrested After Statewide Manhunt
Ricky A. Dunning of Johnston City was arrested at his parents' Cambria home after a lengthy search that included a Colp area manhunt, a state police plane, and about 40 officers. He is jailed in Marion awaiting court, with Jeralds injured but stable.
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Seventh annual festival honors America's birthday at Bend Lake
On July Fourth at Bend Lake the seventh Taste of Freedom Festival offered food music and animals with skydivers from Parachutes Over Carmi. Co coordinator Pat Bauer noted expanded children's area a petting zoo art pavilion and castle bounce while a modest afternoon crowd anticipated bigger evening attendance. Darren Fletcher and wife Tracy contributed animals for display.
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Alleged Saddam voice vows more attacks on Americans
A taped message aired on Al Jazeera purported to be Saddam Hussein calling Iraqis to unite against U.S. forces and promising hard days ahead for Americans. The report notes ongoing fighting with Iraqi casualties, a base mortar strike injuring 18 U.S. troops, and a sniper death in Baghdad.
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Illinois to tax towns via wastewater permit fees, $23 million expected
IEPA officials say new wastewater treatment permit fees will raise about $23 million this year, with about $6.4 million returning to the agency. Critics call the plan a back door tax as costs may be passed to the public. State Rep. Mike Best and others debate the impact and structure of the NPDES fee package.
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