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Tony Orlando says 2013 will be his last season in Branson
mlandis@ky3.comBRANSON, Mo. -- His name and talent have helped draw big crowds to Branson. Now, Tony Orlando says it's time to retire. The Welk Theater has announced 2013 will be Orlando's last. "I think that gives Branson a lot credibility that he moved his...Tags: Arts and Culture, Andy Williams, Yakov Smirnoff, Tony Orlando
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African-American veteran remembers harsh words after his service in World War 2
sgrant@ky3.comWASHINGTON, D.C. -- More than 1.2 million African-Americans saw combat during World War 2. Around the same number were drafted or enlisted for non-combat jobs to support the U.S. military around the globe during that war. The latest Ozarks Honor...Tags: Washington, DC, Defense, Memorial Day, Armed Forces, Minority Groups
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Memorial Day ceremony extra-special for one local family
Even though John Eckel won't be able to attend this year's Orland Park's Memorial Day ceremony, Monday's event is going to be extremely important to him. The 78-year-old Orland Township resident can't attend because of an illness, but more than a...
Tags: American Legion, Holidays, Memorial Day, Human Interest, Korean War (1950-1953)
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Memorial Day discounts for military
In Honor of Those Who Serve, local businesses would like to say "Thank You" for your service by offering special discounts for Memorial Day. (This list is ongoing, please check back for updates and additions.) Some discounts are offered all year long....Tags: Labor Day, Physical Disabilities, Family, Museums, Orange County (Florida)
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Local Voices: Naperville and Plainfield
Letters to the editor from Naperville and Plainfield residents. Adult texters As I drive both in the suburbs and city, I am absolutely stunned at how many people, adults, not kids, are texting while driving. I have a son who is 16 and is out there...
Tags: Highway Transportation, Memorial Day, Human Interest, Christianity, U.S. Congress
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Why did you serve?
The Daily Star, Oneonta, N.Y.Numerous local residents have spent time in service to our country in the military. Some joined out of a duty to our county, others were pressed into service through the draft, still others wanted to take advantage of the G.I. Bill. In honor of their...Tags: France, Sears, Lakes and Ponds, Entertainment, Yale University
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Patriotic themes in Sacramento, Folsom concerts
The Sacramento BeeOn or near national holidays such as Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Armed Forces Day, orchestras and choral groups program concerts to include decidedly patriotic music to honor sacrifices made by veterans and current military personnel. For better or...Tags: Music Industry, Platoon (movie), Music, Memorial Day, Entertainment
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Anonymous donor offers money for Spalding Point improvements, memorial
Spalding Point may soon be beautified with a memorial to veterans, thanks to an offer from an anonymous donor. If approved by school board officials, a longtime Glen Ellyn resident will donate up to $95,000 for landscaping on a stretch of land, just...Tags: Labor Day, Holidays, Memorial Day, Human Interest, Flag Day (United States)
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Vigo has 1,900 property tax appeals waiting to be resolved
The Tribune-Star, Terre Haute, Ind.With a new Property Tax Assessment board of appeals in place, Vigo County's assessor is starting to schedule informal hearings on nearly 1,200 appeals for 2012 property taxes. However, the county still has about 700 appeals for 2011 property taxes...Tags: Taxation, Politics
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Students show off leadership skills
The Hawk Eye, Burlington, IowaWhile some high school students shy away from leadership positions, others take advantage of the opportunity. Asked how they demonstrated leadership ability during their time in high school, members of The Hawk Eye's 2013 All-Area Citizen Scholars --...Tags: Sports, Teaching and Learning, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Schools, Religion and Belief
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News & Record, Greensboro, N.C., Jeri Rowe column
News & Record, Greensboro, N.C.It's Mother's Day. A big red sign reminds me of that. The sign is 10 steps from North Holden Road, right across from Starmount Country Club. It's made out of plywood no thicker than the first section of my pinky and anchored to the ground with rebar and...Tags: Statue of Liberty, Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Lifestyle and Leisure, Potatoes
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Ladysmith Marine's name being added to Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Milwaukee Journal SentinelA Marine from Ladysmith who was wounded by a sniper in Vietnam and died in 1976 will be added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., on Mother's Day. Sgt. Dennis R. Siverling enlisted in the Marines six days after his 17th birthday in...Tags: Washington, DC, U.S. Army, Armed Forces, Mother's Day, Human Interest
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