Future of Democratic election bill hinges on Manchin stance
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia says he will not vote for the landmark overhaul of US election law, signaling little chance of passage. The bill, touted by Democrats and the White House, would curb partisan gerrymandering, ease voting barriers and increase campaign finance transparency, with early voting provisions among its many elements.
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Saunders House Reopens to Spotlight Railroad Museum
Bluefield Virginia residents learn the Saunders House complex now hosts a Norfolk and Western Railway Museum next door. A new sign is being installed after a bucket truck proved too short, with Bluefield Metal Art and Powder Coating crafting and painting the sign under the guidance of Gail Cook and Josh Boyd.
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States pass record budgets with ARP funds in hand
AP reports that after a year of recession scare states now post record budgets funded by the American Rescue Plan. Florida Maryland Colorado Utah and Washington raise spending 10 percent or more for schools social programs and infrastructure while building savings shrinks. Oklahoma cuts reversed with an 18 percent rise including class size reductions and a new behavioral health center. Republican leaders tout a shift from shaky to solid foundations.
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