Experts say Reno air crash left pilot unconscious before impact
Investigators and aviation experts say Jimmy Leeward likely lost consciousness from extreme acceleration as his modified P-51 Mustang barreled toward spectators at Reno's National Championship Air Races. The crash, the deadliest in U S air racing, killed 11 and injured many as debris struck the crowd. officials search for a cause amid focus on elevator trim tab failure and pilot condition.
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Elvin family tragedy at Reno air races and reunion
In Reno Nev Cherie Elvin 71 died in the Reno Stead crash during the National Air Race Championships a weekly reunion for the Elvin family traveling from Kansas City area Tennessee Atlanta and beyond. Eleven killed 70 hospitalized include Cherie s husband Chuck 73 and two sons. Family members stressed Cherie died doing what she loved and urged continuing the tradition.
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Sergeant who was discharged for being lesbian seeks reenlistment
Harrisburg based sergeant Jene Newsome, discharged last year after Rapid City police cited a same sex marriage, says she supports the repeal of don't ask don’t tell and plans to reenlist Oct. 1. She hopes to serve openly with her wife while pursuing new duties she previously held. Newsome expressed love for the Air Force and a desire to restart her career despite past treatment.
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Knee Pain Relief Without Surgery At SIMPLE Medical Center
Patient testimonial from Donald Barrett praising SIMPLE Medical Center for its Knee Program. He says a prior doctor dismissed symptoms as age, but the Knee Program offered painless, non surgical options that eased discomfort and helped him resume an active life.
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Dialysis Schedule Under Scrutiny After Heart Risks
A major federally funded study found deaths heart attacks and hospitalizations spiked on the day after the two day gap between three weekly dialysis sessions. The findings challenge long standing treatment for kidney failure and prompted concern from the National Kidney Foundation president and kidney specialist Dr Lynda Szczech of Duke University.
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House kills disaster aid bill in government funding vote
The House defeated a 3.7 billion disaster relief measure 230 to 195 in a bid to fund government operations through November. Democrats opposed the aid due to 1.5 billion in loan program cuts benefiting car makers, while some GOP conservatives argued spending was excessive.
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