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Irene on list of 2011 billion dollar disasters
Source: National Climatic Data CenterBefore Hurricane Irene hit the east coast, the United States had already seen nine weather disasters this year that have caused $1 billion or more in damage. This ties the record set in 2008 for largest number of costly disasters. This year, we've seen...Tags: North Dakota, Bodies of Water, Tornadoes, Arkansas, New Mexico
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Former delegate from Franklin County remembered
Assignment ManagerWillard Finney, a former delegate from Franklin County died Monday. A Franklin County native, Finney represented the 9th District in the House of Delegates for more than a decade. It was the same seat his father and grandfather held. He also practiced...Tags: University of Richmond, Franklin County (Virginia), Armed Forces, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Politics
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From the archives: Fleet Maryland receiver Torrey Smith ready for draft, challenges
So much of Torrey Smith's life has been defined by his ability to stay calm in moments of chaos. It was true when he was growing up in Colonial Beach, Va., as he helped raise his younger siblings by cooking microwave meals and changing the newborns'...Tags: Drew Stanton, NFL Draft, Maryland Terrapins, Michael Oher, Miami Hurricanes
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Tennessee man confesses to killing Balto. Co. doctor in 1998
The 13-year-old case of a missing Baltimore County doctor was solved Tuesday, with a surprise murder confession announced in a federal courtroom nearly a thousand miles away.
Dr. Henry Peter Ackerman was a 48-year-old widower and recent transplant to the...Tags: Punishment, Lawyers, FBI, Human Interest, Justice System
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Bel Air festival fills air with barbecue scents for 10th year
More than 60 chefs arrived in Bel Air pulling trailers loaded with grills, seasonings, marinades, rubs, injectors, utensils and — of course — meat.
Downtown Bel Air will be sizzling during the 10th annual Maryland BBQ Bash, the annual...Tags: Bel Air (Allegany, Maryland), Food Network (tv network), Justice System, Human Interest, Festive Events
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Edith V. Hawker, 69
OCT. 13, 1941-AUG. 14, 2011 Mrs. Edith Virginia "Edie" Hawker, 69, of Frederick, Md., died Sunday, Aug. 14, 2011, at her home. She was the loving wife of Joseph E. "Joe" Hawker. Edie was born Oct. 13, 1941, in Harrisonburg, Va. She was a daughter of...Tags: University of Maryland, College Park, Funeral Parlor and Crematorium, Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, Virginia), Human Interest, Frederick County (Maryland)
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Today in history: Aug. 16
1861: President Abraham Lincoln issued Proclamation 86, which prohibited the states of the Union from engaging in commercial trade with states that were in rebellion - i.e., the Confederacy. 1923: A dozen eggs were 23 cents and a crate of peaches $1....Tags: Abraham Lincoln, Diana, Princess of Wales, Sports Illustrated, Elvis Presley, Human Interest
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Elvis fans pay tribute on 34th anniversary of death
WGN NewsOn this day 34-years ago, the world was shocked by the sudden death of Rock and Roll pioneer, Elvis Presley. The 42 -year-old King of Rock & Roll's official cause of death was a heart attack. But post-autopsy reports show there were as many as 14 drugs...Tags: Health, Elvis Presley, Lisa Marie Presley, WGN, Human Interest
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Elvis Fans Mark Singer's Death at Graceland
KTLA NewsMEMPHIS, TN -- Their candles flickering in the warm Tennessee night, fans quietly stood vigil over Elvis Presley's grave early Tuesday to mark the 34th anniversary of the singer's death. "Thank you so much for being here and continuing to honor the...Tags: Elvis Presley, Human Interest, Lisa Marie Presley, KTLA, Tennessee
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Fire Department workers to undergo health screenings
For the first time, all 1,800 Baltimore fire personnel will undergo departmentwide health tests during a wellness project that officials hope will become a yearly event.
Next week, Professional Health Services vans will begin conducting screenings &#...Tags: Health, Medical Services, Medical Procedures and Tests, Fires, Physical Fitness and Exercise
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"Blessing of the Schools" prayer breakfast Aug. 20 in Laurel
Prayer breakfast — Side by Side, a nonprofit group that works to strengthen local public schools will hold Blessing of the Schools, Sat., Aug. 20, 9:30 a.m., in the Laurel High School cafeteria, 8000 Cherry Lane. Scheduled for just two days before...Tags: Concordia University Chicago, Child Development, Prince George's County
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Open Arms Child Development Center welcomes new staff members
The Open Arms Child Development Center at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 13611 Laurel Bowie Road, is excited to welcome a new director and assistant director. The new director, Rachel Clark, comes to the center from Atwood, Ala., where she was the lead...Tags: Esther Williams, Child Development, Human Body, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Passenger Cars
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