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Strength with a smile
Benton woman continues work with Relay for Life as she battles cancer herself

By Tara Fasol, The Southern

Monday, May 12, 2008 10:13 AM

EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the first in an occasional series of stories on one woman's battle with breast cancer.

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10:51AM Marion City Council expected to appoint two commissioners tonight No comments posted.

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09:52AM Vandals strike Franklin Co. Country Club No comments posted.

10:28AM Firestone to step down as SIH president No comments posted.

09:48AM Hospital Week recognized at Franklin Hospital this week No comments posted.

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