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Thursday, August 9, 2007
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Whites make up minority in 1 of 10 counties, census says
August 9, 2007 in City on Page A1 WASHINGTON – Whites are now in the minority in nearly one in 10 U.S. counties. And that increased diversity, fueled by immigration and higher birth rates among blacks and Hispanics, …
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School board passes budget
August 9, 2007 in City on Page A1 Seemingly as controversial and inevitable as Barry Bonds’ home-run record breaker the previous night, Spokane’s school board unanimously approved its 2007-08 budget Wednesday evening amid a slew of murmurs and …
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Jail recycle center proposed
August 9, 2007 in Idaho on Page A1 Recycling could solve Kootenai County’s critical crowded jail problem, extend the life of the county landfill and perhaps save taxpayer money. Sheriff Rocky Watson and Solid Waste Director Roger Saterfiel …
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Residents consider catch, release for deer chomping their gardens
August 9, 2007 in Idaho on Page A1 Fernan Village has become prime real estate for whitetail deer: no wolves, no hunters, easy access to the forest and loads of tasty landscaping. But the ravenous and increasingly bold …
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One giant leap for an Idaho teacher
August 9, 2007 in City on Page A1 CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – It took 21 years, but NASA finally redeemed the promise of shuttle Challenger and its lost crew Wednesday evening. Teacher Barbara Morgan accompanied six astronauts on …
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Lottery numbers
August 9, 2007 in City on Page A2 Wednesday’s Washington Daily Game: 0-9-5. Wednesday’s Washington Lotto: 17-25-30-39-42-47. No winner. Next jackpot: $8.8 million.
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A healthier way to deep-fry a Twinkie
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A2 INDIANAPOLIS – No one would ever confuse the deep-fried Twinkies or corn fritters served at the Indiana State Fair with health food. But at least this year they won’t be …
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Farm of Woodstock fame can be yours for $8 million
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A2 BETHEL, N.Y. – The famous farm near the alfalfa field that drew 400,000 people to Woodstock for three days of sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll is up for sale. …
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South Carolina bumps up primary
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A3 WASHINGTON – South Carolina’s Republican Party will move its presidential primary forward to Jan. 19, sources said Wednesday, a decision almost certain to spark a cascade of calendar changes that …
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Rain, flooding cripple New York City transit
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A3 NEW YORK – A torrential downpour sent water surging through New York’s subway system and highway tunnels and across airport runways Wednesday, leaving thousands of commuters stranded and one big …
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Connecting plates may have played role in bridge collapse
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A3 MINNEAPOLIS – Overburdened steel support plates may have played a role in the collapse of a highway bridge laden with tons of construction equipment, prompting the nation’s transportation chief to …
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Romney defends sons’ decision not to enlist
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A4 BETTENDORF, Iowa – Republican presidential hopeful Mitt Romney on Wednesday defended his five sons’ decision not to enlist in the military, saying they’re showing their support for the country by …
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U.S. attacks Sadr City militia
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A4 BAGHDAD – U.S. forces staged a major two-pronged attack on a neighborhood controlled by Shiite militia groups Wednesday morning, killing at least 17 people, according to the military and Iraqi …
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Pakistan considers state of emergency
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A7 ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – The government of embattled Pakistani President Gen. Pervez Musharraf said today it may impose a state of emergency because of “external and internal threats” and deteriorating law …
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7.5 earthquake shakes Indonesia
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A7 A powerful earthquake under the Java Sea rattled Indonesia’s capital early today, violently shaking tall buildings and sending panicked residents into the streets. There were no immediate reports of damage, …
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Bush treated for Lyme disease
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A8 WASHINGTON – President Bush was treated for Lyme disease a year ago after he developed the characteristic “bull’s-eye” rash that often marks the onset of the tick-borne disease, the White …
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Bush weighing tax cut for U.S. corporations
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A8 WASHINGTON – President Bush said Wednesday that he is considering a fresh plan to cut tax rates for U.S. corporations to make them more competitive around the world, an initiative …
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Epoxy firm blamed in Big Dig death
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A10 The company that provided the epoxy blamed in the fatal Big Dig tunnel collapse was indicted Wednesday in the death of a motorist crushed by ceiling panels. Powers Fasteners Inc., …
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Mine spokesman draws ire
August 9, 2007 in Nation/World on Page A10 As he keeps watch outside the Utah coal mine where six of his employees have been trapped since Monday, Robert Murray angrily fends off suggestions that it was his company’s …
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Higher incomes are vital statistics indeed
August 9, 2007 in Business on Page A12 Back in the day when the closing of The Davenport Hotel was the big economic news, and it went down from there, Spokane leaders fretted about the flight of their …
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Tech firms tout green, but progress elusive
August 9, 2007 in Business on Page A12 The extremely air-conditioned computer farms known as data centers are the gas-guzzling jalopies of the technology world. Some require 40 or 50 times more power than comparably sized office space. …
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Lead, zinc help boost bottom line at Hecla
August 9, 2007 in Business on Page A12 Silver isn’t all that’s sparkling at local mining firms these days. Higher prices for base metals contributed to Hecla Mining Co.’s second quarter earnings of $24.3 million — the second …
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Ford CEO: CAFE distorts market
August 9, 2007 in Business on Page A12 Ford Motor Co. President and Chief Executive Officer Alan Mulally said Wednesday that federal regulations to improve fuel economy will cut into automakers’ profits by pushing them to build more …
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Virgin America takes flight
August 9, 2007 in Business on Page A12 NEW YORK – Just as major airlines are beginning to return to profitability after cutting capacity to lower costs and boost profits, Virgin America entered the fray Wednesday. Virgin America’s …
