Kerry to meet with veterans at Marshall University
Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry will be joined by seven Vietnam War veterans including one he saved when he meets Tuesday at Marshall University in Huntington. He will discuss foreign policy and patriotism through how veterans are treated, then host an Illinois primary election night party at the Charleston Civic Center. West Virginia has 203000 veterans.
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Monroe woman pleads guilty in larceny case
Angela K. Dunn, 25, confessed to grand larceny burglary and obtaining money by a fraudulent scheme after allegedly stealing cash from residents who were helping her. Original charges included three second offense petit larceny and one grand larceny. Restitution agreed. other charges dropped. Sentencing set for April 19 by Judge Robert Irons.
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Bluefield State College eyes comeback as bill lingers
BSC officials say hope remains as SB448 waits Gov Wise signature raising concerns over loss of associate degree programs. Jim Nelson notes community and local legislative backing have grown, while college weighs shift to more baccalaureate programs and New River campus accreditation.
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Princeton council backs Bluefield State in veto plea
Princeton City Council approved a resolution urging Governor Wise to veto SB448 to protect Bluefield State College as a vital Mercer County educational resource. The body also authorized action to aid development of the Virginian Railway Yard Historic District with tax credits totaling 69 percent, supporting Norfolk Southern and local economic growth while preserving the area's historic value.
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Alderson man sentenced to five years on arson charges
Alderson man Jerry Reed received a five year prison term on two arson counts for setting fires to a house in Alderson and a mobile home in Glen Bay on the night of October 31, 2002. He already serves a five year sentence for a third fire in Greenbrier County.
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Budget talks stall as Virginia lawmakers clash on plan
In Richmond the House and Senate offered no budget compromise as a three day session extension loomed. House leaders gave an 11 page proposal that echoed longer term gaps, triggering fiery floor remarks in the Senate. Sen Saslaw blasted what he called a mob like House majority. Kaine urged restraint while Sen Bolling warned such rhetoric could sink any accord.
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Hanover
Navy: Human error caused sailor death on carrier
In Norfolk the Navy concluded airman David M. Wilson died from a massive head injury after striking the bottom of a fuel tank in the George Washington hangar bay on November 20. Investigators blamed human error, noting Wilson was a skilled operator who made a mistake while preparing to move the aircraft. Wilson, 21, from Red Oak Texas, joined the Navy in 2001.
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Trial continues in Pocahontas triple murder case
US District Judge James P Jones instructed jurors to disregard Arlen Breeden testimony as prosecutors read Nichols testimony from 2002. The trial features Walter Lesight Church and former Pocahontas Mayor Charles Gilmore charged with capital murder. witnesses include FBI agent Burke and Gina Church as defense questions strain the proceedings.
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Bobby” Hopewell Jr
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Tazewell County
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Bluefield
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