Massacre in eastern Congo leaves 34 dead at church
Armed fighters attacked Mutarule late Friday, killing at least 34 people including women and children at a local church and wounding 27. Officials blamed cattle theft and noted unknown attackers, with survivors pointing to Burundian rebel group FNL. The government warned disarmament steps for FDLR and referenced regional militia clashes amid Congo’s unstable security scene.
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Bluefield State College students run Science Friday at Whitethorn Primary
Bluefield State College education students attend two Science Friday events at Whitethorn Primary School to plan and teach interactive first grade science lessons aligned with state standards. Terene Stiltner notes the program strengthens content understanding and provides additional classroom teaching time for teacher education students.
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Dogs bathed and vaccinated at outdoor pose line event
Dogs of all sizes lined up for vaccination and washing as Mercer County firefighters hosted an outdoor dog wash to raise funds. More than 60 dogs attended. the event offered rabies and other vaccines while allowing the public to meet crews and learn about fire safety and equipment costs.
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Fayette County
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Mercer County Animal Shelter
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McDowell County Flood Recalls 2001 and 2013 Devastations
WV WOAD state chair Jenny Gannaway says volunteers stay to help before during and after floods. The county suffered widespread damage in the July 8 2001 flood with over 1500 structures affected and another major flood in May 2 2013. Assistant editor Charlies Owens contributed.
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Budget gridlock fuels calls to urge budget passage
The piece notes ongoing budget gridlock in Virginia with Morefield urging Southwest Virginia residents to contact Gov. Terry McAuliffe before July 1 to push for a state budget. Sen. Phillip Puckett echoes hope for a quick agreement as state funding remains in holding, with caution that local governments must operate essential services amid the stalemate. The article also references partisan divides over Medicaid expansion and the looming July 1 shutdown.
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