Russians push toward Kosovo in Belgrade convoy
An armored Russian column rolled through Belgrade heading toward Kosovo as NATO prepared to deploy peacekeepers. The move prompted alerts by British troops and raised questions about whether the convoy would halt before the border. Serbia eased pressure as NATO suspended its air campaign and ethnic Albanian refugees began to return.
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U.S. skepticism on NATO peace pact with Serbia grows
Early AP poll results show Americans skeptical about NATO Serbia peace pact yet supportive of U S participation in a Kosovo peacekeeping force. Bombing of Yugoslavia halted as Serbian troops begin withdrawals in prep for 50 000 NATO peacekeepers.
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SpanDeck to Build Crane Plant in Richlands Virginia
SpanDeck, a Tennessee based crane maker, will invest 3 million in a Richlands plant on the old casket factory site. It will employ up to 100, mostly from Tazewell County, with managers, welders, machinists and drivers. The project, tied to a 3.5 million bond, aims to generate about 7 million in wages and tax revenue within three years.
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U.S. imposes tariffs on Japanese steel
The U S International Trade Commission approved tariffs from 18 to 67 percent on Japanese hot rolled carbon steel. The Clinton administration will implement measures retroactive to February, lasting an estimated five years, with industry leaders warning the move alone cannot end the crisis.
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Virginia Supreme Court expands parent notice in juvenile arrests
The Virginia Supreme Court ruled that authorities must notify both parents when a minor is arrested, potentially allowing thousands of juvenile convictions to be challenged. Jeramie Baker, convicted at 17, had only his mother notified, prompting the ruling and debates over parental responsibility.
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Princeton studies hospital help for health board
Princeton seeks a study to determine if local hospitals can supplement Mercer County Board of Health work. Princeton has contributed 30 000 dollars annually, Bluefield about 32 000 dollars, with concerns that their citizens pay more per capita than county residents.
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Man completes 5100 mile lawn mower journey to Santa Monica
Brad Hunter finished a two month cross country trek on a lawn mower in Santa Monica California. The trip began as a joke and grew into a fundraising event sponsored by MTD Products Inc after a friend's email idea.
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