Bush plan to loosen endangered species reviews
The Bush administration proposes rules allowing federal agencies to judge potential harm to endangered species from projects without Congress approval. The draft would curb independent reviews, set a 60 day evaluation limit, and avoid considering greenhouse gas emissions. Critics warn it weakens habitat protections and delays science-based safeguards.
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Bush calls for Russia to honor Georgia peace plan
In the Rose Garden Bush condemned Russia for moving beyond the Georgia conflict zone attacking Gori and threatening Tbilisi. He warned actions would escalate the crisis, urged withdrawal to Aug 6 status quo, and backed a peace plan requiring cease fire and respect for Georgia's sovereignty. European leaders urgedRussia to accept terms.
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Talent Solution Network to offer regional workforce training
Tazewell County launches a 24-7 training channel on Comcast 240 and Time Warner 58 to deliver workforce development programs for residents. Local officials say the effort reduces travel costs, supports Bluestone Regional Business and Technology Park, and will feature input from area colleges. Officials seek satellite distribution and partner with local agencies to inform viewers about aid options and eligibility.
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Mercer County Jail Bills Cut By Court Actions
The Mercer County jail debt to the Southern Regional Jail and other facilities totals about 8.5 million as of July 31 with Mercer Berkeley and Kanawha counties each owing over 1 million. County official Coburn says progress is made, bills have fallen from 1.6 million to 825 thousand, aided by timely case handling and programs like home confinement and the Mercer County Day Report Center.
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Bear shooting case adds charges and DNA link
Additional charges are pending in the bear shooting case tied to DNA evidence. The incident, illegal out of season, is described as a crime. Officials Keffer Wood and Trooper Pack did not comment, and further details were not immediately available. Contact Charles Owens at cowensbottonline.com.
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