Sept 11 memory from Rep Costello on Washington events
U S Representative Jerry Costello recalls his 9 11 experience from his Washington office. He watched live coverage of the first and second World Trade Center attacks and the Pentagon strike. He narrates evacuations at the Capitol and thanks United Flight 93 passengers for their bravery.
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Evelyn Love and hospital test case shocks Carbondale
Evelyn Love of Carbondale waited at the hospital as her 1-year-old daughter underwent tests. She said she was in complete shock when told about the incident around 2 p.m., while others reportedly knew earlier.
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Harrisburg Commander recalls 9 11 events at Grand Forks AFB
Cmdr Bill Wise of American Legion George Hart Post 167 recalls the morning briefing at Grand Forks Air Force Base North Dakota when the World Trade Center was struck. He describes the disbelief after the first hit and the certainty after the second. The crew prepared fueling for F16s to transport officials including FEMA director and senators. Wise notes his Desert Storm experience and the focus on duty.
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Carbondale 9/11 tribute honors fallen firefighters with stage revival
The Stage Co presented The Guys by Anne Nelson directed by Sarah Dubach in Carbondale to honor 343 firefighters who died at the Twin Towers. Kim Curlee and Jane Klucker-Boyle delivered emotional exchanges as two onstage figures paid tribute to heroes. The program featured Bethel AME Church Choirs performances of I Will Remember You and Tears in Heaven, closing with God Bless America. Ted Lomax recalled the NYC scenes and gratitude from New Yorkers.
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Dave “Rainmaker” Dardis
Interfaith night in Carbondale fuels healing and unity
Carbondale hosts an interfaith service with fifteen faith groups represented. Speakers and musical guests from many traditions gathered to honor victims of recent terrorist attacks and promote common values of justice and peace. The event also marks the start of 11 Days for Peace with related programs including nonviolent communication discussions and an interfaith dialogue featuring Osama Bahloul.
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Bill Sasso
Unitarian Fellowship
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Shawnee Dharma Group
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Carbondale
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Quinn outlines plan to close facilities and cut workforce
Gov. Quinn defends a $34.6 billion budget and insists spending must be approved by the General Assembly. Critics argue he arrived late to the process and rely on line item budgeting, while lawmakers say past transfers masked deficits. The General Assembly resumes Oct 25 as talks continue on closures and layoffs.
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