Surviving Anaconda: US troops in Afghan valley combat
Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division endured intense fire with RPGs mortars and machine guns as al Qaida and Taliban fighters attacked from snow crowned ridges. Healy, a 17 year Army veteran, was wounded in leg shoulder and behind the ear amid attempts to encircle insurgents in a 60 to 70 square mile mountainous area. Command Sgt Maj Grippe said about 125 men arrived on three CH-47 Chinooks while hunter killer teams and the 101st Airborne were deployed to secure the eastern and northern valley sectors.
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Jump ball at 71 NIT final defines Dedmon era
Dedmon recalls the fateful 1971 NIT final jump ball that sent South Carolina past North Carolina. Smith reflects on coaching mistake and the strong field, noting UNC's rebound to the 1971 NIT title and Dedmon's lasting pride in the MVP award amid a challenging season.
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NC leaders weigh court ruling on primaries and redraws
Dedmon questions the court authority to redraw districts and hopes the maps are legal. Ballantine says the ruling hints at new maps, while Baddour argues the court aims to delay primaries. Proposals to postpone May 7 primaries are discussed, with costs estimated at 3.5 to 4.5 million. Officials urge patience as election preparations continue awaiting further action.
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Suspect Mallard in Texas case of concealment and cruelty
The tipster led police to Mallard who drove home and had sex with her boyfriend before seeking Biggs, then searched the garage for him while he was alive. Over two days she apologized to the victim but did not call for help as he pleaded. A burned seat and blood evidence were found in a damaged car. Mallard feared capture and concealed evidence.
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