Gas supplies cut again as Priority II customers face 27 percent curtailment
Terre Haute gas officials confirmed a further 10 percent cut for Priority II users, bringing total curtailment to 27 percent due to record cold. CF Industries ammonia plant may shut in a week, with other plants like Midland Glass, Straw Steel and Bemis Corp facing shutdowns or layoffs. schools seek alternative heating sources to weather the shortage.
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Carter and congressional leaders push ahead on government reorganization plan
President Carter meets with congressional leaders to push his federal agency reorganization plan amid bipartisan doubt. Chairman Brooks, Senate and House leaders discuss votes and speed of action as Sen Byrd forecasts quick Senate hearings led by Ribicoff. The White House also coordinates with China's Huang Chen amid broader foreign policy talks.
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Terre Haute council set to discuss park funds and sewer rate rise
The Terre Haute City Council will meet to consider a $489 297 Park and Recreation Department appropriation for Hulman Links at Lost Creek with a $430 047 compromise after a $60 000 cut. A 13 cent per unit sewer rate hike is also on the agenda with a 6 30 p.m. hearing Tuesday.
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Merchants to Meet on Gas Shortage Actions in Terre Haute
The Retail Merchants Division of the Terre Haute Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a February 9 meeting at 3 30 p m in the Pine Room at the ISU Conference Center to discuss possible energy conservation steps for local retailers amid new Priority II natural gas curtailments by Terre Haute Gas Corp. Ralph Tucker said the discussion will cover actions merchants might take while the industry faces reduced supply. Chamber head is Bob Rouse.
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Weather overview for Terre Haute region brief outlook
Fair and cold tonight with lows in the mid teens to low 20s. Sunny and mild Wednesday with highs in the mid 30s to low 40s. Extended outlook shows mild Thursday through Saturday with a chance of showers Friday. Lows in the 20s and highs in the 40s.
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Panel backs partial resume of flu shots for high risk
Washington advisory panel urges partial flu shot resumption for elderly and ill after weighing deaths from A Victoria flu and Guillain Barre risks from vaccination. HEW and CDC officials discuss potential immunization moves and leadership changes in the swine flu program.
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Public Hearing Tonight On Sewer Rate Increase In Terre Haute
The Terre Haute City Council schedules a public hearing for 6 30 pm Tuesday in City Hall Courtroom on a 13 cent per 100 cubic foot rise, moving sewage rates from 56 24 to 69 3 cents. The council will vote at the February meeting.
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Indiana warmups mix relief with flood risk
United Press International reports a warming trend arrives in Indiana bringing flood risk as temperatures near 50 by Thursday While Hoosiers enjoyed relief from bitter cold readings the warm spell raises the potential for flooding The National Weather Service forecasts highs in the 30s to mid 40s tonight with teens and 20s before a climb to 40s and near 50 by Thursday then holding in the 40s with lows in the 20s through week’s end
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Snow, Ice Breaking Up Threaten Indiana Bridges and Rivers
Flooding from melting snow poses danger as ice breaks on Hoosier rivers and lakes. Northern Indiana is most at risk with deep snow, while upper Wabash and Kankakee rivers draw special attention. Central and southern Indiana see relief from lower snow and river levels. Main roads clear. many secondary roads remain snow covered or one lane.
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