Donkeys Turned Shield Against Coyotes in West Virginia Flocks
Donkeys used by West Virginia farmers to protect flocks from predators, especially coyotes, are proving highly effective. Joe Harper of Mouth of Seneca, a major sheep producer with 800 plus sheep across six farms, reports 11 donkeys guarding his sheep and reducing killings. Donkeys cost less than guard dogs, forage the same feed, and bond with the flock. They guard against bears and mountain lions as well, with predator deaths dropping since their use. Harper notes coyotes are increasing in range and may be aided by government releases.
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Memorial to fallen firefighters unveiled at Bluefield station
A memorial honoring fallen firefighters including Sam W. Davidson who died in a January 1926 fire will be dedicated at the Bluefield Fire Department on Bluefield Avenue this Wednesday. James Turner and Prentice Salley present the tribute in a photo with coverage on page B-1.
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Fairfax officers form rotating shift union Local 5000
Fairfax County police adopt rotating weekly shifts prompting the formation of Fairfax COPS Local 5000, an alternative to the Fairfax County Police Association. The new union aims to empower street officers with a voice on shift changes and offers 24 hour attorney representation, separating from management officials including Col. John E. Granfield.
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Virginia Beach Hotels Have Plenty of Rooms for Labor Day
Virginia Beach sees about one third of hotel rooms booked for Labor Day weekend, fewer than last year’s Greekfest level. City officials, a special committee, and Norfolk State University are revamping the event as Laborfest ’90. Some hoteliers expect students to arrive late, awaiting Norfolk State’s entertainment plans.
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Two men sanctioned for filing meritless motions
CHARLESTON AP A federal judge fined Donald Carman and Willard Sullivan 72844 for filing meritless motions in a credit case against United Carolina Bank. Carman a former state tax commissioner is under North Carolina federal indictment for deceiving the bank.
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Donald Carman
Willard Sullivan
United Carolina Bank
Carman
Oceana Corp
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