113th Congress Ends in Fights Over Few Laws Passed
The 113th Congress ends amid partisan clashes and a record low number of laws, with more than 200 bills enacted over two years. Key fights over immigration, gun background checks and the Keystone XL pipeline stalled in the split chambers, while a 16 day shutdown marked the period.
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Army’s JLENS airships begin East Coast test campaign
The Army unveils two unmanned blimp like aerostats for a three year test at Aberdeen Proving Ground to detect and destroy cruise missiles threatening the Northeast. Floating at 10,060 feet, 80 yard long balloons sweep from upstate New York to the Carolinas with radar to guide ground and air defenses.
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Coal layoffs strike Deep Christmas pain in McDowell County
Senator Cole noted 58 more coal miners are to receive layoff notices in his sixth district centering on McDowell County where ArcelorMittal operates. He cited market and policy challenges plus EPA and national economy pressures affecting the coal and steel industries. ArcelorMittal runs mines in West Virginia and Virginia and elsewhere.
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Bluewell man faces multiple counts in wife and friend shooting
Neel is charged with three counts of wanton endangerment with a firearm and two counts of malicious wounding after allegedly shooting his wife Kayla Neel and Dakota Walls in a truck on Mya Road. Walls remains critical but stable. Kayla Neel underwent surgery. Neel surrendered after the incident and was arraigned with a $350,000 bond.
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Little Jimmie fund campaign nears goal in Bluefield
Campaign update reports 2375 raised toward a 40000 goal for the Little Jimmie program serving 800 area children at Christmas. Bluefield Daily Telegraph notes 38393.90 still needed as of today with minutes to go. Donations from Bluefield Glass & Interiors and many individuals are listed along with the week’s total and prior total.
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