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Coast Guard: BP's 'Top Kill' Effort Blocking Oil Leak
BP has apparently succeeded in blocking the flow of oil into the Gulf of Mexico by pumping mud into its failed well at the seabed, the Coast Guard said today, while cautioning that the operation is not complete.
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Des Moines teacher who showed video won't be charged
A Wright Elementary School teacher accused of showing an inappropriate video to students will not face criminal charges, Polk County Attorney John Sarcone decided Wednesday.
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Belzer: County’s roads need time to heal
During Tuesday’s scheduled weekly meeting with the Henry County Board of Supervisors, County Engineer, Bill Belzer, said the county roads are in need of repair, and it could take years to fix them.
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School District offers lunches again this summer
For the second year in a row, the tab for lunch at Lincoln Elementary this summer is being picked up by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Fort Madison Main Street director resigns
With her one-year anniversary just two months away, Fort Madison Main Street Director Mindy Kraus has resigned.
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Former Novelty Feed and Seed manager accused of stealing
Michael D. Combs of Atlanta is charged with one count of theft/stealing more than $25,000. That's a class B felony.
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Arrests made in connection with Hardee's shooting
The U.S. Marshal’s Fugitive Task Force has made two arrests in connection with the pursuit of First Degree Murder suspect Phillip Diaz.
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Margaret Romph improves, raises awareness
The six-year-old Jefferson City girl who broke her neck in a bad car accident early last year continues to improve.
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