9-03-04 - BESLAN, Russia (AP) There are reports of more than 100 dead after commandos stormed a school in southern Russia. Russian forces raided the school to free hundreds of hostages being held by separatist rebels.
The Interfax news agency says the bodies of more than 100 hostages have been found in the school gym. A cameraman for the British network ITN also reported seeing about 100 bodies.
Earlier, Interfax reported that dozens were killed when the school's roof collapsed amid explosions.
It's not clear how many hostages escaped. Many were wounded. Crying children were seen fleeing through explosions and gunfire.
Some of the hostage-takers were killed, but about a dozen apparently escaped.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
