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  • 'We saved the ship': WWII vets gather, likely for last time
    MT. PLEASANT, S.C. -- Two dozen surviving veterans from the World War II aircraft carrier USS Franklin gathered on Friday, probably for the last time, to honor and remember one of the most remarkable naval episodes of the war.It was before dawn on a late winter morning in 1945 when a Japanese dive bomber dropped two 500 pound bombs on the Franklin. The year-old carrier nicknamed “Big Ben” was serv...
        


  • Former lawyer contradicts O.J. Simpson, says he knew guns were involved
    A former attorney for O.J. Simpson took the stand Friday and said the former football player knew two companions would be armed with guns when they went to a Las Vegas hotel room to retrieve memorabilia that he claims was stolen from him.Simpson, 65, is serving nine to 33 years after being convicted of armed robbery and kidnapping for the 2007 confrontation. In seeking a new trial, Simpson's cl...
        


  • Bigger than an ocean liner, asteroid 1998 QE2 will zip by Earth this month
    By Mike WallSpace.comA big asteroid will cruise by Earth at the end of the month, making its closest approach to our planet for at least the next two centuries.The May 31 flyby of asteroid 1998 QE2, which is about 1.7 miles (2.7 kilometers) long, poses no threat to Earth. The space rock will come within 3.6 million miles (5.8 million km) of our planet — about 15 times the distance separating Earth...
        


  • Banks to porn stars: Your money's not welcome
    Chanel Preston knows not everyone approves of her chosen profession. That's one of the risks that go with being one of the biggest stars in porn. But she never thought it would affect her ability to open a bank account. Preston recently opened a business account with City National Bank in Los Angeles. When she went to deposit checks into the account days later, however, she was told it had bee...
        


  • Facebook shutters page that taunted lawmaker's push to curb military rape
    A "direct threat" against a U.S. congresswoman — posted on a military-oriented Facebook page that graphically belittled her and her efforts to stem sexual misconduct within the branches — has been referred to U.S. Capitol Police for investigation. The threat was made last week against Rep. Jackie Speier, D-Calif., and her husband shortly after Speier sent a letter May 8 to Defense Secretary Chuck ...
        


 
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Local News Archives
    Sunday, September 28, 2003
  • Absentee Voting
    The campaign for Jasper County Sheriff is down to the wire as people head to the polls tomorrow to cast their votes. The special election...
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  • Bomb Scare
    A bomb scare closes a four state roadway for several hours. Police received a call this morning just after 8 from a military reservist saying...
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  • Thursday, September 25, 2003
  • Archie Dunn Press Conference
    More changes are in store for an area Sheriff`s Department. Jasper County Sheriff Archie Dunn held a news conference late today to announce a change...
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  • Tony Coleman Speaks Out
    A former sheriff`s captain who was acquitted of stealing money speaks out. Tony Coleman was acquitted last Friday of stealing money that was donated...
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  • Parsons Ammo Grant
    A local ammunition plant will benefit from a national grant. The Kansas Army Ammunition plant in Parsons will receive over 1-hundred and million dollars from...
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  • Manhunt Continues
    Four state police continue to search for a wanted felon. Police conducted a manunt last night in parts of South Joplin advising residents to lock...
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  • Flu Shots
    As temperatures start to fall, the need for a flu shot rises. If you are wanting to get your shot early this season, some four...
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  • Bypass Open
    Area drivers can now take advantage of a new stretch of road. The newest section of the Rangeline bypass has now opened just east of...
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  • Cherokee County Drug Bust
    Southeast Kansas police make an arrest in connection to another area meth lab.44-year old david wammack is facing numerous drug related charges after cherokee county...
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  • Miami Meth Explosion
    The incident happened at 2258th avenue in Miami when officers were executing a search warrant. While officers were inside the home the lab exploded which...
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  • Wednesday, September 24, 2003
  • Pittsburg Porn Indictment
    A Southeast Kansas man is facing prison time for possession of child pornography. 25-year-old Itobore Oshobe of Pittsburg has been indicted on one count of...
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  • Cockfighting Followup
    A McDonald County man says he is guilty of operating an illegal cockfighting ring. Dana Waddle was arrested after McDonald County authorities discovered items relating...
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  • Monday, September 22, 2003
  • Tribal Casino Plans
    Another Northeast Oklahoma Indian tribe is planning to build a five-million dollar casino in the four-state area. The Peoria tribe of Oklahoma is planning to...
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  • C.J. Graduation
    The school year calendar continues to change for one area school district. The Carl Junction School board has voted to change the date of next...
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  • West Nile Death
    The west nile virus may be to blame for the death of a Missouri woman. An 83-year old St. Louis County woman died September 14th...
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  • Cockfighting Bust
    A four-state man is in jail tonight after authorities bust a local cockfighting operation. The Missouri Humane Society and the McDonald County Sheriff`s Department this...
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  • Domestic Shooting
    A Joplin man is in the hospital after his wife allegedly shoots him. The Joplin Police Department is currently investigating a shooting early this afternoon in...
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  • Sunday, September 21, 2003
  • I-44 Fatal Accident
    Wet weather is to blame for a traffic accident that claimed the lives of two men. The accident happened yesterday on I-44 near Mount Vernon. The...
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  • Commissioner Conference
    Area county Commissioners are asking the federal government to help keep you safe. Newton County Commissioners spoke with Homeland Security officials and Governor Bob Holden...
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  • Frisco Preview
    A 90-year old building will soon see new life as it re-opens to the public. The Frisco building has been under construction since last summer...
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