News Archive for December 8, 2011
Pro: In time of crisis, Hillary Clinton’s the one person with the needed experience and judgment
By BOGDAN KIPLING - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WASHINGTON --
There’s no doubt that Hillary Clinton’s tireless and often effective performance as secretary of state demonstrates she would bring more seasoned judgment to the Oval Office than its current resident.
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Con: Democrats must unite behind Obama to thwart a takeover by right-wing extremists
By REP. LYNN WOOLSEY - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WASHINGTON --
A primary challenge would be a lose-lose—it would be hugely unsuccessful but would leave President Barack Obama bruised and weakened for a tough general election campaign against the Republican nominee.
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Tommies, Warhawks use similar scripts
By TOM MILLER - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WHITEWATER --
The Tommies and the Warhawks have used that offensive philosophy to run up 13-0 records going into Saturday’s 2:30 p.m. game at Perkins Stadium.
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Milton schools consider late start
By NEIL JOHNSON - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
MILTON --
Milton students could see a late start one day a month if a district plan gains traction.
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La Crosse prevails over Whitewater in OT
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
LA CROSSE --
UW-Whitewater lost to UW-La Crosse, 71-68, in overtime Wednesday in WIAC women’s basketball.
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Illinois again denies Mercy project
By JIM LEUTE - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
BOLINGBROOK, ILL --
For the second time in six months, the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board riddled Mercy Health System and its plan to build a hospital and clinic in Crystal Lake, Ill.
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Davis keys Whitewater men’s win
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
The beat goes on for UW-Whitewater’s men’s basketball team.
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Janesville pair invited to White House reception
By GINA DUWE - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
JANESVILLE --
Cathy Myers and Roger Merry were invited to the event because of their volunteer work for Organizing for America, Obama’s grassroots campaign organization.
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UW-Rock County women win, men lose
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
MARSHFIELD --
UW-Rock County used 14 three-point baskets to knock UW-Marshfield from the ranks of the undefeated Wednesday in Wisconsin Collegiate Conference women’s basketball.
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Court denies award in Lake Geneva fire
By KEVIN MURPHY - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
MADISON --
The ruling by the District 2 Court of Appeals overturns a $3 million award from Walworth County Court.
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Christmas light tour for seniors is Dec. 12
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
Van Galder Bus Co. will run a its annual Christmas light tour Monday, Dec. 12, for area adults and senior citizens who are unable to drive.
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Volunteering for Agrace HospiceCare provides meaningful opportunities
By SHELLY BIRKELO - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
JANESVILLE --
Len Gersmehl and Evie Miller sat close together at a round table, looking through and discussing a copy of Gersmehl's life in review.
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Parker snaps Middleton’s 26-game Big Eight winning streak
By JOHN BARRY - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
JANESVILLE --
Julia Dement scored 17 points, and Ashley Hartwig added 16 as Parker pulled away in overtime for a 67-62 victory.
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Public record for Dec. 8, 2011
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
Residents concerned about Turtle Lake’s future
By KEVIN HOFFMAN - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
RICHMOND TOWNSHIP --
Homeowners along the north channel are calling on the town to take action, claiming part of the problem is a breach along Turtle Creek that’s sucking water out of the lake.
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Meet the suppress: The GOP ‘confidence’ game
By RICK HOROWITZ - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
The more people they can keep from registering, the more people they can keep from voting, the more they like it.
They’re trying to protect the “integrity” of the voting process, you see.
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Unemployment aid applications drop to 9-month low
By CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WASHINGTON --
The number of people applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in nine months, evidence that the job market is improving.
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Death notices for Dec. 8, 2011
By GAZETTE STAFF - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
Taylor, Badgers recover against Green Bay
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
MADISON --
The preseason All-America had 15 points and 10 assists without a turnover to lead the No. 14 Badgers to a 70-42 victory over Wisconsin-Green Bay on Wednesday night.
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Brewers can’t wait much longer to make offer to Fielder
By TOM HAUDRICOURT, MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
DALLAS --
The Milwaukee Brewers’ strange dance this off-season with free agent Prince Fielder appears to be winding down.
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Vonn wins first WC race in US
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
BEAVER CREEK, COLO. --
Standing in the start gate, Lindsey Vonn experienced something she typically doesn’t— pressure.
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Let them clean toilets
By KATHLEEN PARKER - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WASHINGTON --
Newt Gingrich's fumble is precisely what some Republicans have feared and others have breathlessly anticipated.
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Institutionalized stupidity
By ESTHER CEPEDA - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
CHICAGO --
When students, regardless of their age, come to the attention of a school's administration, you expect a full and thorough accounting of what happened. But it's ridiculous for adults to slap a contentious label like "sexual harassment" on incidents involving young children while still investigating what actually happened. In fact, it's just plain crazy.
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Troubling pattern bedevils Gingrich
By MICHAEL GERSON - Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011
WASHINGTON --
The idea of conversion as a political qualification represents a confusion about the purpose of politics. In a presidential race, the main concern is not private conduct but public character. The two are related, but not identical.
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