Additional H1N1 flu vaccination clinics have been scheduled in the area. Additional clinics are set for Bethel Grade School from 12:30 to 23:30 p.m. on Nov. 23; Woodlawn Grade School from 4 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 24; at Webber High School from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Nov. 30; Bluford Grade School from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 30; and at Southtown Youth Center from 4 to 6 p.m. on Dec. 7. Additional information about clinics is available by contacting the Jefferson County Health Department at 244-7134.
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November 20, 2009
Swine flu vaccination clinics scheduled
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- County Board approves appointments MT. VERNON — The Jefferson County Board approved five appointments to various county entities.
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Road work suspensions for weekend
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City plans additional leg of bike trail
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County unemployment rate drops
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Pool safety reminders for the start of summer
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