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Thursday, July 3, 2008

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Today's national news New York Times: Committee Questions State Dept. Role in Iraq Oil Deal
Wall Street Journal: Republicans Find Fund Loophole
Washington Post: McCain Puts New Strategist Atop Campaign
Los Angeles Times: Big Sur blaze worsens; Goleta homes threatened
Houston Chronicle: U.S. hostages freed in Colombia arrive in San Antonio
Chicago Tribune: Monkey ad parody of Obama campaign sparks outrage
Reuters: Global shares tumble worldwide on "Super Thursday"

Today's Arkansas news Arkansas Democrat Gazette: Adoption petition drive expects shortfall
Arkansas Democrat Gazette: State ’08 surplus: $176 million
Ark Democrat Gazette: State’s unemployment reserves wouldn't last long
Ark. News Bureau: Farmers file class-action lawsuit against Riceland Foods
Ark. News Bureau: McGehee provider shuts doors after state pulls Medicaid
Ark. News Bureau: National Symphony Orchestra to be in state next year
Associated Press: 2 Ark. ballot measure backers to submit signatures
Associated Press: Hardin says board should say more about raise
Associated Press: Report calls for more training for poll workers
Northwest Arkansas Times: Highway dept budget tight because of gas prices

Today's Arkansas commentary John Brummett: How Lu Hardin didn't get a raise
Arkansas Democrat Gazette: Almost a miracle?
Texarkana Gazette: Retired general's potshot at candidate was a misfire
NWA Morning News: Patriotism And Politics Don't Mix
Brenda Blagg: Lottery Measure On Move
Kane Webb: Just like a writer
Mike Masterson: Schools feeling oil squeeze
Vic Harville cartoon