Odd News Reports . . . .

"The accident occurred at Hillcrest Drive and Santa Barbara Avenue as the dead man was crossing the intersection."
"Dr. Benjamin Porter visited the school yesterday and lectured on 'Destructive Pests.' A large number were present."
"The sewer expansion project is nearing completion but city officials are holding their breath until it is officially finished."
"The ladies of the county medical society auxiliary plan to publish a cookbook. Part of the money will go to the Samaritan Hospital to purchase a stomach pump."
Originally published January 30, 2003.