Friday, August 29, 2008
Duluth News Tribune


Family of girl who died in fire thank community

Charlene and Jeff Johnson thanked community members for their support since their daughter died in a house fire Tuesday, and they asked that contributions be diverted to people whose financial need is greater.

Man dies after fall from moving RV in Superior

A 29-year old man who was riding on top of a moving motorhome in Superior died from injuries suffered when he fell off the roof and was run over by the RV.
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McCain chooses Alaska gov as running mate

Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty will not be John McCain's running mate, but today highly praised the woman who will be.

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College students return to area schools

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McCain invites Duluthian and former Hanoi Hilton POW to convention

David Wheat, John McCain communicated with sign language in a North Vietnamese prison camp.

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Duluth may get to weigh in on school district's building plans

Community members still might have a chance to vote on the long-range building plan for the Duluth school district — but the results won’t be binding.

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Silver 1000 postponed by rain

AUTO RACING: Silver 1000 rained out for only third time in its 36-year history; will be held Oct. 3-4

Poplar man threatens judge

FOX 21 WEATHER UPDATE for August 29: Partly cloudy; HI: 76; LO: 51

There may be a few spotty showers in northern Minnesota this afternoon, but most areas should stay dry.

Duluth mayor: Branch libraries to stay open part-time; 4 layoffs averted

The branch libraries in the West Duluth and Woodland neighborhoods will stay open part time after Tuesday, while four library employees who were going to be laid off will be retained, the city announced today.

Large schools prep football preview: Rails won’t play for late coach

Proctor players plan to honor deceased coach Dave Hylla by playing for themselves and dedicating the season to how they play.

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