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McCulloch, Johnson in close secretary race

Democrat Linda McCulloch, a former school librarian first elected to statewide office eight years ago, and Republican incumbent Brad Johnson were in a close race for Montana secretary of state early Wednesday, with McCulloch holding 49 percent of the vote to Johnson's 48 percent.

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Statewide survey shows "ball tapping" problem widespread
Source: wthr.com

It's a disturbing game with devastating consequences, and a new WTHR survey suggests it is rampant in Indiana schools. "Ball tapping" is the act of intentionally hitting or kicking a male in the genitals.

Kentucky could get $860 million through federal stimulus
Source: Kentucky.com: Homepage

to create eco-friendly schools, shore up the state's budget deficit and preserve jobs if an Obama administration-backed economic stimulus package passes Congress, members of the state's congressional delegation and the National Conference of State Legislatures said Friday........ …

Obama's Lowest Job Approval Rating Comes From Louisville Area
Source: beloblog.com

This poll completely surprised me. Click on the survey link to view by regions, etc.

Judge rules state road plan invalid
Source: Bluegrass Politics

"The judge said Gov. Steve Beshear must follow the road construction plan he submitted to lawmakers in last year's session and cannot make any changes to it."

Amber Alert issued for four-year-old girl!
Source: The Nashville Tennessean

State and federal authorities are looking for a 4-year-old girl who is believed to have been abducted by her father, whose bond on child molestation charges was recently revoked. A statewide AMBER alert was issued for Madison Kerr, 4, who authorities believe was taken from her h …

Colorado Statewide ban on smoking
Source: The Buffalo News

It's hard to believe we can't see the benefits to our overall health in a ban on smoking. Let us not forget the other upside, not smelling like crap every time we leave a restaurant or bar in Colorado.

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