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          A few weeks ago I asked my readers to start talking about their gifts and talents. I wanted to get a sense for how God was working through us to share his love and his peace. And, I wanted people to be honest about what made them hide their gifts. Thankfully, several people opened their […]
        • Sports briefs Jun. 17, 2013
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        • Newton drops one-run games to Valley Center Jun. 17, 2013
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        • Parel pulls away for win Jun. 17, 2013
          Newton KansanWICHITA — With a one-hole lead and nine holes to play, Scott Parel was able to pull away to win the Air Capital Classic Sunday at the Crestview Country Club in Wichita.Parel shot a 64 on his final round for a four-day total of 266, 18-under par.In the final round, Parel fired a birdie on 13 and hit a 45-foot eagle putt on 14. He finished with a birdie on 15.“All week long over longer putts I felt like I could make them,” Parel...
          Scott Parel of Augusta, Ga., takes a shot off the 16th fairway at the Crestview Country Club Sunday during the final round of the Air Capital Classic. Parel shot a seven-under par 64 Sunday and finished the tournament with an 18-under 266 to claim the title. MARK SCHNABEL/NEWTON KANSAN
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        • Surprise: Murders in Chicago at lowest level in nearly 50 years! Jun. 17, 2013
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