Raleigh mom loses 37 pounds on McDonalds diet in 90 days
Merab Morgan from Raleigh, a construction worker and mother of two, ate only at McDonalds for 90 days and shed 37 pounds, contrasting with the filmaker Spurlock who gained weight on similar fare. Morgan pursued 1400-calorie plans and limited fries while choosing burgers and salads, crediting responsibility for diet to individuals.
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Bluefield executives jailed for MDA fundraiser at Holiday Inn
The Muscular Dystrophy Association staged a playful jail appeal at the Bluefield Holiday Inn with local leaders posing in striped uniforms to raise funds for Jerry's Kids. Top donor Steve Hopta of Pocahontas Land Co. contributed 2,671 dollars. Sandy Baxter, Melrose Enterprise, 2,600. Michelle Walker and Brett Stiteler of EchoStar 2,445. The event netted 47,000 dollars, with most proceeds aiding MDA programs for families in West Virginia.
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Defective mower shortage narrows West Virginia highway mowing
West Virginia officials attributed reduced roadside mowing on expressways and medians to 60 defective mowers purchased in 2002 and 2003. Transportation Secretary Danny Ellis said negotiations with the dealer and manufacturer are underway while remaining functioning mowers are used to finish essential cutting.
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Falls Mills Fishing Club Appreciation Day Set Aug 27
Falls Mills Virginia residents are invited to the Falls Mills Club second annual Appreciation Day at Falls Mills Dam on August 27. The event runs 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. with free fishing, food, entertainment, and a flea market open to all. Local artists perform at noon, plaques will honor Volunteer of the Year and Citizenship Award recipients, and the flea market accepts community setup slots. For details, contact Doug Riffe at 276-326-1804.
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