Beck rally on National Mall draws thousands in Washington
Conservative commentator Glenn Beck and Sarah Palin led a large mostly white crowd on the National Mall to honor Martin Luther King Jr and push a restoration of traditional American values. Civil rights leaders organized a counter rally as both sides debated King’s legacy and political impact.
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Manchin, Raese Win WV GOP and Dem Primaries in 2006
West Virginia primary results show Governor Joe Manchin winning the Democratic nomination over Hechler and Fletcher, while real estate developer John Raese takes the Republican nod in Mercer and Monroe counties. Manchin touted unity and national service as he targets the U.S. Senate race, with Raese promising an aggressive campaign and a conservative business platform. Secretary of State Natalie Tennant reported no major issues and a turnout around 20 percent.
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Orioles End Longstanding Bluefield Farm Club Ties
Baltimore Orioles will end their farm relationship with Bluefield after this season, reducing short-season affiliates from three to two and keeping Aberdeen Maryland and Sarasota Florida as rookie league teams. Local fan Heber Stafford recalls the long history since 1957 with players like Boog Powell Eddie Murray and Cal Ripken Jr and shares memories of Bowen Field and Rail Bird seating.
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Orioles end affiliation with Bluefield after 53 seasons
Orioles president of baseball operations Andy McPhail announces ending the minor league link with Bluefield after 53 seasons. Aberdeen Maryland and Sarasota Florida will remain as the franchise’s only U S affiliates, with plans for a $33 million complex renovation in Sarasota. Bluefield officials call the move a loss but vow to pursue a new beginning.
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