Rine and Gault win debate contest
Are Americans safer from terrorist acts due to the measures taken after Sept. 11, 2001? High school students presented arguments on both sides of the issue during the Knox County Debate Contest, held Nov. 20.
Pamela Schehl
Thanks to local woman, 5 people no longer homeless
Five young people and a dog named Duke Ellington can sleep indoors under their very own roofs tonight, thanks to the efforts of a local woman who not only wanted to help, but knew just what to do.
Kimberly Orsborn
Legislation designed to prevent identity theft
Although the city of Mount Vernon would hardly be thought of in the same category as an automobile dealer or mortgage broker, the three do have something in common: All three are subject to new legislation under the Federal Trade Commission. Called “Red Flag” legislation, it is designed to prevent identity theft.
Cheryl S. Splain