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Flu Shot Clinics To Begin Across Louisville
September 2, 2010 | WFPL - Medical Director Dr. Matt Zahn says for the first time the CDC is recommending a combined seasonal and H1N1 flu shot for everyone over six months old.

Bridges Authority Remains Dedicated To Two Bridges
| WFPL - The bi-state authority overseeing the Ohio River Bridges Project has reinforced its dedication to the project as it's planned. The authority clarified its position in a meeting Thursday by passing what it calls its strategic objectives.

New Season for Orchestra
| WFPL - The Louisville Orchestra opens its 2010-2011 season at Whitney Hall with world-renowned violinist Sarah Chang.

Transplant Recipient Talks About New Hands
| WFPL - Sitting next to his wife, Cindy, Rich Edwards was upbeat and positive just over a week after undergoing a 17-and-a-half hour surgery to replace both of his hands.

Friday A Furlough Day For Many State Workers In Kentucky
| WFPL - Friday is the first of six days state workers will have to take off through the end of the fiscal year. Some, such as corrections employees and mental hospital workers, are exempt from the furloughs.

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There’s a new duo in the race for Kentucky Governor/Lt. Governor as of this week. Furloughs are happening even as state workers file challenges in court. There was another meeting of the bridges coalition this week and the economy still seems to be stalled. It’s a big news week so join us on Friday for State of News to catch-up. (more)

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