Lewis and Clark Journal Excerpt 1804 1806
A daily excerpt from the Corps of Discovery journals covering May 1804 to Sept 1806. Observations note the Osage River flood and timber, with two land travelers reporting timber quality and species. Latitudinal observations were as close as 2.5 miles, sometimes off by 62 miles. Edited by Gary Moulton.
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Corps of Discovery
Lewis and Clark
Gary Moulton
The
University of Nebraska
Ken Burns
Utilities ready for summer power demands in Illinois
Illinois Power and Southern Illinois Power Co op stress readiness for summer peak. IP serves over 650,000 customers statewide, anticipates 4 112 megawatts within its control area. Officials cite improving economy, higher AC use, and more homes as drivers of demand. experts warn transmission reliability hinges on tree trimming and system monitoring to prevent cascades.
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Morris
Illinois Power
Shirley Swarthout
Reeves
Southern Illinois Power Co-op
Tom Overbye
University of Illinois
U.S. Department of Energy
Overbye
Illinois
U.S
David Lee Murphy Energizes Crowd at HerrinFesta
We revisit D-Day and its fateful events with a focused look at the anniversary and memories surrounding the pivotal day.
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David Lee Murphy
Family summer activities mix with chores and learning
Benton area families balance camps and self guided projects to keep children busy. George and Melissa Workman use rewards, reading lists, and online resources while exploring music, crafts, and local trips. Community programs offer libraries, colleges, and parks camps as alternatives.
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Bend Lake College
George
Workman
Melissa
Benton
Workmans
Shawnee
Southern Illinois Earth Science Club
Steve Workman
Benton High School
Kathy Shurtz
Shurtz
Lesser Public Library
Marion Recreation Department
Marion Marlins
Swamp Fox
Marion Park District
Illinois Senate debates medical malpractice plan and caps
Lawmakers debate a malpractice reform package with provisions to expand insurer information, require board certified expert witnesses, and study cases via a blue ribbon panel. A House cap on non economic damages faces delayed votes as leaders clash over protections for victims and doctors.
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Terry Lavin
Bar Association
Illinois
Lavin
Senate
Frank Watson
Greenville
House
Michael Madigan
Chicago
Dave Winters
Rshirland
Steve Davis
Dbethalto
Mike
Finois
Lang
Illinois Supreme Court
Winters
Madigan
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