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Flu season presents dangers
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
Although many people are concerned about the H1N1 flu virus, also known as swine flu, the regular seasonal flu can also be dangerous to many people. According to the Arkansas Department of Health, flu can cause serious illness in any age group, but particularly the very old, the very young and those will health issues...
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Weekend accidents deadly for two
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
Two pedestrians were struck and killed in separate accidents over the holiday weekend, according to reports from both the Arkansas State Police and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Sunday at 4:21 p.m., a Black Oak woman was apparently struck on Highway 18, a mile west of Black Oak in Craighead County. ...
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DTF raids four local homes
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
The Second Judicial Drug Task Force, Mississippi County Unit, served search warrants on four houses in Mississippi County Friday, according to DTF reports. Officers started their day with an early morning search of an Osceola residence that produced drugs and drug paraphernalia, and also resulted in a black male being taken into custody, police said...
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Free quake workshop set
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
Northeast Arkansas and Southeast Missouri residents know they live with the threat of an earthquake along the New Madrid Seismic Zone. While residents are aware of the threat, they may not be aware of simple do-it-yourself projects, which could protect their homes...
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5 Questions about: Blytheville millage proposal
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
1. Why is the school district asking patrons for more money? Because our facilities need work to make sure our students stay warm, safe and dry. Enrollment is growing in our district, which is a good problem to have. But we are outgrowing our facilities...
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5 Questions about: Blytheville millage proposal
(Local News ~ 09/08/09)
1. Why is the school district asking patrons for more money? Because our facilities need work to make sure our students stay warm, safe and dry. Enrollment is growing in our district, which is a good problem to have. But we are outgrowing our facilities...
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