U S spends billions to cope with drug abuse
A study by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse finds states spend 81.3 billion dollars yearly on the indirect effects of drug and alcohol abuse, totaling about 12 percent of budgets. West Virginia spends 10.5 percent, New York 18 percent, and South Carolina seven percent, with per person costs around 187 dollars in 1998.
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Virginia residents face high drug program costs per report
The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia estimates states spent 81.3 billion dollars on substance abuse programs. Virginia residents paid 267 dollars per person. Local colleges pursue prevention initiatives amid funding challenges.
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Princeton dentist tries out for Australian adventure
Dr. Paul Gilley of Princeton sought a spot on Survivor The Australian Outback after applying to CBS. He missed a passport window but notes 49,000 others sought inclusion, with 10,000 more not opened. He and his wife, daughter, and Speedway home watched the premiere, believing he could compete with the best.
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Tazewell videos reach Tellie Awards final cut
A Smith Ridge water project video and a Tazewell County video postcard were named finalists in the Tellie Awards, honoring non-broadcast TV productions. The shorts trace volunteer efforts along the Tazewell Buchanan border and highlight self help water system work.
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Wise Warns on gray machines regulation in 2001 WV session
Gov. Bob Wise tells West Virginia AP editors the forthcoming 2001 legislative session will feature strong debate over gray machines. He proposes regulating and taxing the gambling devices to fund programs, or removing them if unregulated. He notes a survey found about 9,000 machines in the state.
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