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Salem Seeks to Re-Brand a Spooky Image

Salem, Mass., is looking for a new image beyond witches that will attract tourists beyond Halloween. Many business people are hoping to re-brand Salem for year-round appeal, with upscale restaurants, galleries and museums. But resident witches are among those who say the city shouldn't mess with success, NPR's Tovia Smith reports.

Salem Seeks to Re-Brand a Spooky Image

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Ohio Braces for Vote Challenge

GOP leaders in Ohio are trying to challenge the validity of some voters' registration. Democrats say the challenge is unconstitutional. Several lawsuits remain unresolved. Janet Babin of member station WCPN in Cleveland reports.

Ohio Braces for Voter Challenges at Polls

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Books

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

After horror writer H.P. Lovecraft died in 1937, his friends founded a publishing house to preserve his legacy. Obscure but influential, Arkham House gave sci-fi writer Ray Bradbury and others their first big break. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Arkham House: Home to Horror, Sci-Fi Writers

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Media

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

Former Marine Capt. Josh Rushing served in the Central Command media office early in the Iraq war. His work with journalists at the al Jazeera network was featured in the documentary Control Room, making him an unwitting film star. Rushing speaks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden.

Josh Rushing's Surprise Role in 'Control Room'

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Native American Voters Draw More Attention

This year's tight presidential race has contributed to strong efforts to encourage Native Americans to vote -- and to make sure their voting rights are protected. Wisconsin Public Radio's Brian Bull reports.

Native American Voters Draw More Attention

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'Hell House' in Hollywood

For a decade, Christian fundamentalist groups have used a kit designed by a Colorado pastor to battle sin with performances of "Hell House." Now a Hollywood producer is using the script in a satirical show. Alex Cohen of member station KQED reports.

'Hell House' in Hollywood

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America Grapples with Flu Vaccine Shortage

Group Gets Flu Shots in Canada

Because of the shortage of flu vaccine in the United States, 260 people from northern New York crossed the border into Canada and paid $25 each to get their shots at a private clinic. North Country Public Radio's Brian Mann reports.

U.S. Group Heads to Canada for Flu Shots

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Birdwatching and Blogging in Iraq

NPR's Scott Simon speaks with "John," a soldier with the U.S. National Guard in Iraq, who keeps track of the birds and other creatures he has seen while on duty, and posts his observations on an internet "blog."

Birdwatching and Blogging in Iraq

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