Five die in Christmas Day house fire in Columbus
A Christmas Day blaze in a 24 story brick home in Columbus killed five people including two children. Police said findings point to an accidental fire likely sparked by a smoldering cigarette. Arson experts assisted as investigators collected samples for lab analysis. A visitor, Todd Allen, escaped with minor injuries after breaking through a window. The victims named were India Hamrick Nina Hamrick Gerald Givens Rashawn Hamrick and Natasha Hamrick.
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Christmas duty for state troopers in Frederickburg
AP reports Christmas for state troopers brings long hours heavy traffic and more tickets as drivers contend with drunken driving and local road dangers. Trooper J C Fox, with 30 years on duty, works Christmas Eve and Christmas Day then seeks sleep before gifts with family. Local roads cited as greater risk than interstates.
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Holidays bring rise in violence against women in holidays
Martinsburg experts warn abuse rises during holidays as many women face intensified violence and psychological pressure. Two Eastern Panhandle murders involve spouses. cases show self defense claims common in family violence, with women often at highest risk when leaving abusers.
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Joseph Nazelrod
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Sara Jean Stotler
Holiday drinking linked to more accidents and mood issues
Dr. David A. Kappel of Ohio Valley Medical Center warned that excessive holiday drinking increases risk on foot and on the road, causing falls and fights and worsening depression. He notes many injuries involve unbelted drivers and urges awareness of icy sidewalks and roads.
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