Critics target Fla adoption law
West Palm Beach AP Critics challenge Florida's adoption law that requires a mother who does not know the child’s father to publish her sexual history in a newspaper ad. The rule aims to locate possible fathers but can harm a mother’s privacy and affect adoptions, drawing opposition from advocates who call it invasive.
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West Palm Beach, Fla
Rodger
Dawn Schneider
Neena
Mickey Mouse
Disney World
Schneiders
Florida
Bob Tuke
American Academy of Adoption Attorneys
Newsday
New York
Long Island
Bishops Debate Reform as Abuse Crisis Tests Guidance
As Catholic bishops pause for prayer and penance over clergy abuse, debate sharpens over reform efficacy. Victims groups say enforcement is lax, while some church voices argue abusers are scapegoated and review boards face criticism. Potential plenary council discussed. eight bishops pushed idea July 18 with support from others.
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Dallas
U.S
Medicaid funding crisis in West Virginia nursing homes
Farley warns facilities face 60 to 90 day payment delays as Medicaid reliance keeps 80 percent of nursing home income. He notes funding strains from aging Baby Boomers, fewer younger contributors, and looming cuts. Long term care insurance is urged as a solution and Glen Wood Retirement Village promotes benefits for policy holders.
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GWP
West Virginia
Glen Wood
Farley
Barbara Hawkins
Bhawkins
Bottonline.com
Dogs Return to Owner After Abandoned Episode
A local resident recounts dogs abandoned at her home and the ensuing rescue by Tazewell County Animal Control. She condemns the act as breaking and entering and warns of potential danger to pets. The sheriff emphasizes the crime and reiterates that abandonment constitutes a felony. Pet Haven remains at capacity for cats.
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Smith
Pet Haven
Taze
Harry Cundiff
Tazewell County
Hidden 10 Foot Arch Opens From Mountain in Kimball
Residents report a 10 foot tall arched entrance in the mountain near Kimball. Mayor Jack Premo backs safe development by the McDowell County Museum Committee to create a visitor attraction at the War Memorial, the only U S memorial for African American WWI soldiers. The old restaurant site was torn down for a parking area serving memorial visitors.
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Kimball
Jack Premo
McDowell County Museum Committee
Joe Lombardo
Museum Commission
United States
Commission
U.S
Robert C. Byrd
McDowell County 911
Jimmy Joe Gianato
Paul Katrona
Keystone
Tidewater
Bottom Creek
Lombardos
Randy Delpatch
Anthony Gianato
Gianato
Pocahontas
Beckley
Premo
Bill Archer
Barcher
Bottonline
Court fines rise with speeding penalties
A person caught nine miles over the speed limit would face an $18 fine plus court costs and state fees. Offenses at higher levels carry larger fines, which city official Clay says will boost revenue and deter repeat offenses. Contact Mark Blevins at mblevins bdtonline.com.
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Clay
Mark Blevins
Bdtonline
Wythe center plans three box community complex
Wytheville leaders outline a three box concept with linked facilities. The recreation and convention box, an aquatic center, and a wellness center will be connected in one building. Wythe County Community Hospital and Wytheville Community College back the project with possible day care and auditorium elements. Charles Owens at cowensbottonline.com for details.
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Wythe County Community Hospital
Wytheville Community College
Moore
Community College
Charles Owens
Cowens
Bottonline.com
Notice of Trustee's Sale of Real Estate in Tazewell County
Trustee will sell at public auction August 30 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the front door of the Tazewell County Courthouse Virginia a parcel in Lot 14 15 and 16 Section 1 Addition to the Town of Flat Top Yards described in plat filed May 17 1907 and recorded Deed Book 130 page 117. Sale subject to easements and liens with cash in hand and conveyance by special warranty deed. Announcements at sale take precedence.
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Tazewell County
Donald W. Lawson
Drema D. Lawson
James W. Dudley
C. William Davis
Circuit Court
Virginia
Tazewell
Flat Top Yards
J.W. Wilson
Bluefield
West Virginia
Stephen H. Warden
First Community Bank
N.A
Rabies Barrier Maps Include McDowell and Fayette Areas
The 30 mile rabies barrier includes McDowell, Wyoming, Fayette and Raleigh. Funding for bait drops comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Drops are conducted by the state Department of Agriculture, WV Board of Public Health, and local health departments. Residents should vaccinate pets, avoid stray dogs or cats, avoid wild animals, and contact animal control for stray sightings. For more information, Mercer County Health Dept and WV Bureau of Public Health contacts provided.
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McDowell
Wyoming
Fayette
Raleigh
U.S. Department of Agriculture
State Department of Agriculture
West Virginia Board of Public Health
Sale
Animal Control Agency
Mercer County Health Department
West Virginia Bureau of Public Health
Mark Blevins
Mblevins
Bottonline.com
Notice of Application and Forfeiture Petition in Virginia Court
Notice of application for CBM PGP BD105 gas and oil operation in Gent Enterprises and Pocahontas Gas parcels in Russell County Virginia with 15 day objection window. Also a Mercer County West Virginia circuit court notice seeking forfeiture of 780 dollars, a cashier's check, a digital scales set, and related property seized July 23, 2002, Princeton.
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Code of Virginia
Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy
Division of Gas and Oil
Gent Enterprises
LLP
Ira Lowe, Etux
Buckhorn Coal Mining
Hurricane District
Russell County
Virginia
P.O. Box
Abingdon
Pocahontas Gas Partnership
Bluefield
Linda Gail Fether
New Garden District
Merce County
West Virginia
William J. Sadler
Mercer County
Merci County
Sheriff’s Department
United States
Princeton
Michael P. Dempsey
Clair
Brenda Davis
Blaine Pedneau
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First Things Magazine
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Wythe Center
West Virginia Legislature
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Bluefield State College
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Paul Rutherford
Rock Street
BSC
State OF West Virginia
Mercer
Ford Ltd
Princeton Public Works
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Courthouse Rd
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