In the afternoon, the President will sign a proclamation to designate federal lands within the former Fort Ord as a national monument under the Antiquities Act.

WHITEHOUSE: President's Schedule

We portaged on herd paths a quarter-mile around Long Rapids and a half-mile around Ord Falls, where guide Dave Olbert said he'd fallen out a few days earlier.

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"The primary concern is Greece and the instability in the euro zone, " says Greg Petska, a fur buyer in Ord, Neb.

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More than a half-century later, a Stillwater resident, Ord.

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Today, I designated Fort Ord as a National Monument that will not only protect one of the crown jewels of California's coast a world class destination for hikers, mountain bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts but also honor the heroism and dedication of men and women who served our Nation during the major conflicts of the 20th century.

WHITEHOUSE: Presidential Proclamation -- National Park Week, 2012

Drinks giant Diageo has announced plans for a major expansion of its Glen Ord distillery in Ross-shire.

BBC: Diageo plans Glen Ord distillery expansion

Ord is still suffering a net population loss.

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Ord might make it, because despite its relative isolation and small size, it's a regional center for government, banking, shopping, entertainment and health care.

NPR: The New Homestead Act