Trump and DeSantis trade barbs on Iowa NH campaign trail
In Grimes Iowa and New Hampshire Trump hardens attacks on DeSantis while DeSantis defends his approach and targets Biden. Both campaigns push contrasts with Trump taking questions and DeSantis skipping Qs amid a growing GOP field including Chris Christie planning a launch.
Biden falls on stage at Air Force Academy graduation
President Biden tripped over a sandbag on stage in Colorado Springs as he greeted graduates. The White House said he was fine, aided by an Air Force officer and two Secret Service members, and returned to his seat to finish the ceremony.
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Capito hails permitting reform as MVP project advances
Senator Capito calls the permitting reform a first step and a win for West Virginia as the Mountain Valley Pipeline faces delays and cost increases. She notes a 303 mile pipeline from north central West Virginia to Chatham Virginia with an estimated $6.5 billion price and ongoing federal court challenges. Capito urges broader reform than the bill offers and cites potential amendments while acknowledging financing and environmental hurdles.
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Mercer County Shelter Offers Beach Theme Adoption Events
The Mercer County Animal Shelter at 961 Shelter Road near Princeton hosts beach themed activities Tuesday through Friday and Saturdays with face painting popsicles and popcorn. Dogs can join outside photo moments splash pads and play areas while adoptions run noon to six p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordan bottonline.com.
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West Virginia cuts taxes as economy strengthens
Justice touted higher revenue estimates across personal income tax, sales tax, corporation net income tax and severance tax. The state reports record-low unemployment at 3.3 percent in April 2023 and welcomes Omnis Building Technologies new $40 million facility in Bluefield set to create 150 to 300 jobs with online applications at obtbluefield.com.
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Sheriff Arrest and DUI Plea In West Virginia 2021
In October 2021 Jones faced a misdemeanor DUI charge after a crash on Rt. 219 in Camp Creek. Mercer County prosecutor Brian Cochran served as special prosecutor to avoid conflict, a Summers County magistrate heard the case, and Jones entered a no contest plea with a $100 fine. State Trooper L A Evans logged impairment and a breath test exceeded the legal limit. Cochran noted the fine could reach $500 but highlighted this was a first offense with no prior record. Jones, elected in 2020 for a term through 2024, took responsibility and officials called the penalty fair.
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