President Abraham Lincoln, just prior to his upcoming birthday, made a brief visit to the Tuesday Douglas Unified School District Governing Board meeting.

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Border Patrol criticized during council meet-Water rates increase April 1
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Arrests of illegal immigrants dipping along Mexican border
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) - Border Patrol apprehensions are continuing to drop along the Mexican border, a sign that changes in policy and increased resources are paying off, U.S. Border Patrol officials say.

Border Patrol union: Probe into fatal shooting being mishandled
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) - A probe into last month's fatal shooting of a Mexican man by a Border Patrol agent near Douglas has been mishandled, according to the agency's union.

Airstrip in Portal approved by county
BISBEE - The appeal of a planning and zoning decision to approve a controversial private airstrip south of Portal was denied by the Cochise County Board of Supervisors during Tuesday's meeting.

Police Report
February 5, 2007

County Planning: Upcoming joint meeting
could set course for the future

New fund supports community needs-Fund raising efforts officially underway to build charitable endowment
DOUGLAS, Ariz.-Douglas-area residents are being asked to support a new, permanent charitable fund aimed at developing and supporting leadership, youth and entrepreneurial programs in the Douglas area.

Proposed minimum wage increase divides business over tax breaks, executive pay
WASHINGTON (AP)- America's businesses are at odds over minimum wage legislation, but the rift has little to do with a $2.10 hourly raise.

How accurate are the data?
When speaking on the accuracy of data, I often quote statistics professor George Box, who taught us that statistics are based on models, and "all models are wrong, but some are useful."

Bisbee Community Chorus Joins Tucson Symphony Orchestra in Concert
The Tucson Symphony Orchestra will travel to Bisbee to perform "Enchanting Russia" on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 7:00 pm. The Bisbee Community Chorus, under the direction of Lori Keyne, will join the orchestra for selections from John Rutter's "Requiem." The concert will be held at Bisbee High School, 675 School Terrace Road in Bisbee, Arizona.

Portal Rescue Soup kitchen set for Feb. 5, 6, 7
The eleventh annual Portal Rescue Soup Kitchen Fund-raiser will be held next Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (February 5, 6, and 7) from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Portal Rescue Classroom in Portal. The $5.00 meal includes two savory soups, two delectable breads, a dessert, and a beverage. All proceeds go to Portal Rescue, the area's volunteer fire and rescue service.

15th annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering this weekend
SIERRA VISTA - "It's kind of like a reunion," said Steve Conroy, co-chair of the 15th annual Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Gathering. "We're bringing back some favorite people we haven't seen in awhile, but, as always, we're introducing the community to some great new talent."

Cowboy poetry performers, groups
Who's new, who's not

Chocolate with a kick for Valentine's Day
The late Ogden Nash wrote in a poem titled "Reflections on Ice-Breaking," the following immortal words: "Candy/Is dandy/But liquor/Is quicker." A combination of candy and liquor might be considered to not just break the ice but to melt it entirely. Perfect for Valentine's Day.

Healthy food claims - believe them or not?
I believe most people make an effort to eat healthy food, at least some of the time. Some shoppers are vigilant about making the healthiest food choices and carefully read the nutrition information of every food label. Others take a more casual approach to healthy eating simply by adding vegetables, fruits and lean protein to their diet. Even people who overindulge on less healthy "junk food" generally report that they would like to start eating a healthier diet.

Wayside homilies abundant at America's churches
Donald Seitz had suffered through a long day during a bad week at his office on Nashville's famous Music Row.

Priest suspected of assaulting parish worker arrested in Arizona
PHOENIX (AP) - A Roman Catholic priest accused of beating and sexually assaulting a female employee at his Las Vegas parish and fleeing to Arizona could soon be extradited to Nevada to face charges, an FBI official said.

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Religious leaders meet with Secretary of State to seek end to Mideast violence

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