Michael Jackson retrial ends in jurors' long deliberation
In a tense courthouse scene Jackson, 46, faced final arguments as jurors began deliberations after a 14 week trial. Mesereau urged acquittal saying the system must be honored while prosecutors countered with persistent accusations and witnesses. Jackson appeared gaunt yet resolute as his family watched and he left with his entourage after the session.
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Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
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Tito
Randy
Michael
Michael Jackson
Mesereau
Rodney S. Melville
Neverland
Macaulay Culkin
Zenen
LaToya Jackson
Let Freedom Ride III Kicks Off With Motorcycle Rally
Let Freedom Ride III closes the week with a motorcycle rally from June 9 to 12 to honor Iraq war victims and their families. Proceeds benefit military families, sponsored by Cole Harley-Davidson of Bluefield and Wytheville. The event features a Bikes & Babes contest, Battle of the Bands, a Bluefield to Tazewell parade with Gov. Joe Manchin as grand marshal, Aaron Tippin concert, and a Park of Fallen Soldiers tour. Proceeds aid veterans families.
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Cole Harley-Davidson
Bluefield
Wytheville
Melanie Kitts
Abbing
Tar
Eric Turley
Tazewell
Aerosmith
Dave Matthews Band
Lynard Skynyrd
Pink Floyd
Derek Bell
Joe Manchin
Aaron Tippin
Lotto Park
Bluefield hospital chief faced federal indictment disclosure
AHS chief Caywood faced scrutiny over failing to disclose a 2002 federal mail fraud indictment while steering BRMC’s turn around. Reports say Caywood admitted to the past charge, completed restitution, and serves under federal supervision. Bluefield boards say they were not notified by AHS before Caywood’s disclosure.
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Bluefield Health Systems
BRMC
Wilkinson
Caywood
Jennings
American Healthcare Solutions Board
North Carolina
Wichita
Kansas
ERISA
Pittsburgh
American HealthCare Solutions
Steve Caywood
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
Bluefield
Paul DeSantis
AHS
Pump failure spills black water at Keystone plant
An early morning pump failure at the Keystone Preparation Plant in McDowell County caused a black water spill in Elkhorn Creek. Environmental inspectors reported more than a mile of creek discolored but controlled, with the plant shut down for pump repairs and added sediment controls. No public water impact or fish deaths observed. assessment conference planned and penalties possible.
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Keystone
McDowell County
Elkhorn Creek
Environmental Protection
Arnold Fortner
West Virginia Department of
Fortner
Adria Hairston
Ahairston
Bottonline.com
Rural West Virginia target obesity study visits Gilmer Clarksburg
In April and May three weeks of visits to Gilmer County and Clarksburg examined access to healthy food and exercise. The study, presented by CDC and local health officials, found high obesity and overweight rates among children and noted limited physical activity options and rural barriers. Schools, businesses, groceries, and parks were evaluated for healthier offerings and opportunities, including curbside policies and recreational infrastructure. Local educators suggested promoting vegetables and fruits over sugary treats, and the overall aim was to gauge how environment affects obesity risk in rural areas.
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Gilmer County
Clarksburg
Rose Clark
United Hospital Center
Clark
West Virginia
CDC
Llelwyn Grant
Tim Butler
Normantown
Butler
Michael Meit
Center For Rural Health Practice
University of Pittsburgh At
Bradford
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