New Zealand region grappling to recover from powerful quake New Zealand's Christchurch and the surrounding Canterbury region continued to grapple Monday with the effects of a powerful earthquake that left buildings in ruins and people scrambling for shelter two days earlier. REGION Local talent in the spotlight at Crosswire Homer endorsed by state law enforcement org. The Texas Municipal Police Association Political Action Committee has endorsed state Rep. Mark Homer, D-Paris, in the District 3 race for the Texas House. Quake-stricken Canterbury region could be hit by floods Quake-stricken Canterbury region in New Zealand's South Island could be hit by floods from rising rivers. Severe weather warnings were issued to the region in wake of Saturday's 7.1 magnitude earthquake. Region 8 library receives grant One Region 8 community library is taking advantage of thousands of dollars awarded by the government. Several region schools above the state average for free and reduced lunch Several region schools are well above the national and stateaverage for the number of students who receive free and reducedlunch.
