Tech considers restructuring Virginia Tech athletics
Virginia Tech President William E. Lavery discussed a plan to dismantle the private Virginia Tech Athletic Association and place the Hokies program under the university’s administrative structure. He proposed moving governance toward an advisory council model similar to other colleges, in a wide-ranging interview in Lynchburg.
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Virginia Tech PR chief resigning to join Host Communications
Robert Lewis Jr., Virginia Tech public relations director since 1983, will resign to become president of operations at Host Communications Inc. in Lexington, Kentucky. The move, effective August 1, follows a tenure overseeing Tech's public affairs and the SRC in a period of athletic program scrutiny and debt, as Baliles urged boards to prioritize academics over sports.
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Four aviators beat Hughes round-the-world record in revival flight
The quartet completed a Hughes-replica 88 hour 48 minute journey landing at Le Bourget Paris early Sunday amid crowds and champagne after departing from Paris Air Show host field on Wednesday. Arthur Powell 36 who led restoration called it over and a happy man,Powell hails from New Westminster BC and Detroit residence.
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Afternoon Storm Threat, Warm Highs Across Counties
An afternoon thunderstorm could disturb this summer day while sunshine remains possible and humidity stays high. Bluefield may reach 78, with towns like Tazewell Richlands Welch and Grundy seeing highs above 80. Partly cloudy tonight with a low around 64. Details A-8.
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Tornado sweeps Mercer County cities in 1944 history
The sole recorded Mercer County tornado traveled from Narrows through Oakvale Athens and Camp Creek on June 22, 1944. It left four inch hail, wrecked barns and shattered 21 Concord College windows in its path.
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Arms sales hearings resume in Iran-Contra probe
Congressional hearings resume Tuesday focusing on the Iran-Contra arms sales to Iran. Witnesses include Stanley Sporkin, former CIA general counsel, who drafted the Reagan signature enabling the NSC covert operation, and Michael Ledeen, former NSC consultant who traveled to Israel. The panel weighs how the arms deal tied to hostage negotiations in Lebanon began.
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PTL Founder Bakkers Favorable Odds For Return To Ministry
PTL founders Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, amid bankruptcy proceedings and leadership changes, are reportedly favored to resume the television ministry. Attorney Melvin Belli says the odds are very much in their favor after a four hour meeting at their Tega Cay home. Jerry Falwell urges caution, noting the case rests with the bankruptcy court while criticizing Bakker’s leadership.
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Tax lawsuits expose Swaggart ministry finances in court
In Dallas a court fight over a radio station’s tax exemption forces Jimmy Swaggart Ministries to disclose financial details amid claims the evangelist used contributions personally. The Baton Rouge ministry and its lawyer deny withholding records and reject the skimmed profits charges, per Texas Lawyer.
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TV preacher accuses evil forces amid staff firings
Garden Grove California AP Television evangelist Robert Schuller says forces of evil are trying to destroy his Crystal Cathedral ministry from within and has fired several employees. He notes the threat in a church letter after a former aide criticized fundraising methods. The Hour of Power host preaches to about 3 million weekly.
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Iranian naval commander threatens to blockade Kuwaiti ports
Iran accuses Kuwait of aiding Iraq and says its naval forces are prepared to block Kuwaiti ports. Kuwait denies backing Iraqi attacks on Iranian oil targets in the Persian Gulf as tensions rise after Iraq’s strike on Kharg Island and a tanker bound for the loading terminal.
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Security Council peace plan in works
A top U S official said the United States is coordinating with the United Nations Security Council to press for a cease fire between Iran and Iraq and a return to boundaries, with prisoners exchanged and mandatory sanctions. He noted broad support among permanent members and discussions on enforcing sanctions. The plan involves engaging the Soviet Union and other permanent members including Britain, France and China.
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