Oil Spill Seen In Gulf Platform Explosion HOUSTON (Reuters) - An oil and gas platform in the Gulf of Mexico exploded on Thursday, setting off a blaze and a small oil spill, but the accident does not appear to be as serious as BP's deadly rig explosion  and oil spill in April. Wet Summer The summer of 2010 will enter the record books as the second wettest in Iowa history. Gov Stands By His Letter Governor Dave Heineman indicates to us that he disagrees with criticism over his letter to education leaders urging them to call for repeal of federal health care reform. No Combat, but Still Jobs for Troops Despite a significant troop drawdown a number of Nebraska Natonal Guard soldiers continue to be engaged in Iraq, as well as Afghanistan. Dems Fires Salvo at Pawlenty Camp Not surprised but disappointed. DWI Does Not Halt Mayor Candidate The mayor of Mankato will not resign over his recent D-W-I arrest in the Twin Cities.

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