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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Fulton County in week ending Oct. 28?

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 31, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Fulton County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Congress Has Opportunity To Address Growing Nat’l Security Threats At Home And Abroad

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 31, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered a speech on the Senate floor addressing the growing national security threats facing the United States and its allies. McConnell began by highlighting the recent terrorist attacks on October 7th, which intensified anti-Semitic hatred worldwide. He specifically mentioned alarming reports from Russia, a country with a troubled history of anti-Semitism.Describing a disturbing incident, McConnell stated, "After weeks of pro-Hamas propaganda, an angry mob in Russia overran a provincial airport and targeted...

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McConnell: College Radicals Entitled To Opinions, Not Donors

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 31, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed his concerns today about the rise of anti-Semitism on college campuses. McConnell highlighted alarming reactions from top universities and criticized the response from student radicals and campus leaders.McConnell specifically mentioned a student group at Columbia University that described Hamas' attacks as the "struggle for freedom" and the faculty members who signed a letter supporting this viewpoint. He emphasized the importance of different opinions but stated that people are not...

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McConnell Welcomes Ukrainian Amb. Markarova to University of Louisville

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 30, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) welcomed the Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States, Oksana Markarova, to the University of Louisville. McConnell emphasized the critical moment in the history of both countries and the inspiring resistance of the Ukrainian people against Vladimir Putin's brutal escalation.McConnell highlighted the importance of supporting Ukraine in its fight for sovereignty and the basic right to live in peace. He also drew attention to the global threat of Russian aggression and Iran-backed terrorism. McConnell acknowledged...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Livingston County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 28

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 30, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Fulton County in week ending Oct. 28?

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 29, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Fulton County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30?

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 28, 2023

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Terrorist Threats Demand American Leadership, Not Naïveté

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 26, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate regarding the ongoing issue of terrorist threats and the need for strong American leadership. McConnell highlighted the role of Iran in aiding and abetting terror, emphasizing that Iran is the world's leading state sponsor of terror. He pointed out that Iran supports proxy terrorists who share their hatred for Israel and the United States, allowing Tehran to maintain plausible deniability.McConnell warned that terrorist attacks will continue to target the United States and its allies, regardless of...

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McConnell Speaks Out on Lewiston Shooting

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 26, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed his distress over the recent shooting incident in Lewiston, Maine during his remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell conveyed his condolences and support to his colleagues, Senator Collins and Senator King, as they assist their state in managing the aftermath of the tragic event.McConnell offered his prayers for the victims of the shooting, their families, and the law enforcement officials who are diligently working to save lives and apprehend the suspect. He described the act of violence as senseless and...

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Senate Taking Important Step Toward Full-Year Appropriations

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 25, 2023

The U.S. Senate is making progress towards ensuring the government remains funded and avoiding a potential shutdown. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell emphasized the importance of this issue in his recent remarks on the Senate floor.McConnell acknowledged that government funding is set to run out in just 23 days, and it is crucial to prevent the disastrous effects of a shutdown. He also emphasized the need to make significant progress towards the full-year funding process that the nation deserves.The Senate has been working hard on appropriations, and McConnell...

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McConnell: ‘Terror And Self-Defense Are Not The Same Thing’

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 25, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered a passionate speech on the Senate floor today, addressing the issue of anti-Semitism and the war on Israel. McConnell began by highlighting the brutal terrorist attacks that occurred on October 7th, emphasizing that the world was confronted with the depths of human depravity and the persistence threat of radical Islamic terrorists.McConnell expressed his disappointment in the West's response to the attacks, stating, "In the last eighteen days, silence, amnesia, cowardice, and outright hate have begun to take...

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McConnell Recognizes Kentuckian as ‘Angel in Adoption’

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 24, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) recently honored Tasha Uland of Bowling Green, Kentucky, for her outstanding work in the field of adoption. McConnell welcomed Tasha and her husband, Will Uland, to his office in the U.S. Capitol to personally congratulate her on being recognized as an Angel in Adoption for 2023. Senator McConnell had nominated Tasha for this prestigious honor.Tasha and Will Uland began their adoption journey almost twenty years ago, driven by their deep desire to grow their family through adoption. During this...

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Admin. Response To Border Crisis Failing To ‘Historic And Catastrophic Degree’

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) expressed grave concern over the southern border crisis, stating that the response from the administration has failed to an "historic and catastrophic degree." McConnell highlighted the alarming statistics, stating that "CBP conducted more border apprehensions than in any year on record," with over 2.4 million apprehensions since last October alone.McConnell pointed out that this issue is not new, as last year marked the third consecutive year of setting an all-time record for border apprehensions. He emphasized that...

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McConnell Urges Support For Israel, Cautions Against Terrorist Claims

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 24, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell has called on the United States to stand with Israel and support its efforts to restore security amidst the recent terrorist attacks. McConnell addressed the Senate, emphasizing the importance of not turning a blind eye to the brutality and inhumanity inflicted upon innocent Israeli citizens.McConnell expressed his concern over the skepticism shown by some in the Western media regarding the accounts of eyewitnesses who reported on the heinous acts committed by terrorists. He criticized the media for giving credibility to the...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Marshall County in week ending Oct. 21?

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 23, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Marshall County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Livingston County in week ending Oct. 21

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 22, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senate Republican Leader McConnell Discusses Border Security, Iran, and Ukraine Aid on Sunday News Shows

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 22, 2023

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell recently appeared on two Sunday news shows, Fox's 'Fox News Sunday' and CBS' 'Face The Nation', where he discussed various topics including President Biden's supplemental request, freezing funds to Iran, and aid to Ukraine.Regarding President Biden's supplemental request, McConnell stated, "We're going to take a good hard look at it and I and most of my members believe we need something credible on the border, as well. I mean, if we're going to challenge accepting financial responsibility to helping our allies, we certainly...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23?

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 21, 2023

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Oct 21, 2023

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.