Robb Attacks Allen at Virginia Democratic Convention
U S Senator Charles S. Robb assailed Governor George Allen at the Virginia Democratic Convention accusing him of blocking federal school funding hindering classroom relief and suing the federal government over clean air laws Robb argued Allen padding his image with ads to claim a tougher, more pro education record.
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U.S
Chuck Robb
D-Va
Norfolk
Orfolk
Charles S. Robb
George Allen
Robb
Allen
Virginia
Allen proposes town hall debates in Virginia
Republican U S Senate candidate George Allen challenged incumbent Democrat Charles Robb to at least five televised town hall style debates. He spoke to about 2,000 Virginia GOP delegates, urging meetings in five regions and letting citizens ask questions to test candidates’ trustworthiness and values.
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Irginia Beach
U.S. Senate
George Allen
Charles Robb
Allen
Chuck
Robb
Norfolk
Drought Eases in Mercer County With More Rainfall
Officials report rainfall has reduced drought in Mercer County as forecasts call for near normal moisture. NWS in Blacksburg notes area is slightly drier than normal but expects additional rain in 6 to 10 days. Local officials warn about brush fires and urge caution with burning, especially in the evenings.
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Princeton
Mercer County
National Weather Service
Blacksburg
NWS
William Perry
Division of Forestry Representa
Ed Bowling
Perry
Bluefield
Tazewell
Blackwood
Glenwood Park
Greg Pruett
Green Valley
Glenwood
Pruett
Division of Forestry
Chris White
White
Union Farmer’s Day Parade Highlights County History and Family Ties
Thousands lined Main Street in Union for the 46th Farmer’s Day parade as Sheriff Gerald Crosier led the procession with his son and son-in-law. King and Queen John and Marguerite Fullen rode in style. John, a lifelong farmer, reflected on decades in farming and shopkeeping.
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Monroe
Union
Main
Gerald Crosier
Kanawha County
John
Marguerite Fullen
John Fullen
Fullens
From pills to snakebites the Poison Center aid story
A West Virginia Poison Center call records a 14 year old boy who took a prescription painkiller. Counselor and nurse trace symptoms, time of ingestion, and how the drug was obtained. The operator notes focus on sleepiness speech and pupil response as they assess danger.
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Charleston
Amy Stierwalt
West Virginia
Stierwalt
Poison Center services and information overview
West Virginia Poison Center outlines its offerings including poisoning treatment prevention guidance overdose assistance bites and stings drug interactions and abuse toxicity spider and snake bites animal poisoning hazardous spill and occupational exposures chronic lead poisoning and plant information plus educational programs for schools and organizations.
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West Virginia Poison Center
Richlands High School graduates look to future beyond ceremony
In Richlands Virginia 177 seniors received diplomas marking the end of years of study. Several plan to attend colleges such as Virginia Tech SVCC and UVa Wise while others enter the military or take a break. Valedictorian Michelle Patel intends to attend the University of Virginia.
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Ichlands
Richlands High School
Clay Smith
RHS
Virginia Tech
Smith
Tech
Erin Ashworth
SVCC
Amber Miller
Miller
Kecia Altizer
University of Virginia At Wise
Altizer
Lady Blues
Michelle Patel
University of Virginia
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