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Monday, January 16, 2006

Execution Nears for Aging California Inmate

By DON THOMPSON, AP SAN FRANCISCO (Jan. 15) - Clarence Ray Allen moved a step closer to death late Sunday when a federal appeals court here dismissed one of his final appeals. The 75-year-old Clarence Allen has been on San Quentin's death row for 23 years. He is diabetic, legally blind, and, after... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, January 15, 2006

Community Remembers 12 Sago Mine Victims

By VICKI SMITH, AP BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (Jan. 15) - The 12 miners who died together beneath the West Virginia hills were remembered Sunday as men who loved their families, God, NASCAR, and a good laugh. "I'm sure there was a prayer meeting goin' on in that ol' coal mine the other evening like we've... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, January 11, 2006

School Chief Says Book OK For High Schools

AP BALTIMORE (Jan. 11) - A county school chief who banned a popular novel for young people because of profane language and sexual content said he will allow it in high school libraries, but not middle schools. Carroll County Superintendent Charles I. Ecker, had "The Earth, My Butt and Other Big... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, December 29, 2005

He Was Only 17

This morning, my Mom received some sad news. A former student in her fourth grade class fell in a pond while ice skating last week. He was pulled out, but never regained consciousness. He was only 17. Please remember to tell people you love them, you may never get another chance. Please keep J’s... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, December 23, 2005

What Is Christmas, Anyway?

What is Christmas, anyway? Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Jesus, who came to Earth to save us from our sins. Through Him, we can now live without our sins separating us from God. I am so thankful for Jesus’ wonderful gift of love. Thanks for visiting! The Lord loves you. Have a... Sign in to see full entry.

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