Rock River residents oppose lake dam plan
Mercer County residents protest a proposed recreational lake and dam that could force several families from their homes. The project promises regional economic benefits, but critics fear loss of property and disruption to longtime residents, especially the elderly, who feel blindsided by the news. Local organizers cite support from U.S. Rep Nick Rahall as they push forward.
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Mercer County
Rock
Jim Osborne
Osborne
Ronald Bailey
Bailey
Goldie O'Donnell
U.S
Nick Rahall
D-Wva
Mercer man found guilty in horse beating trial
A Mercer County Circuit Court jury convict Kenneth Robert of Nemours Road of malicious killing of an animal after a horse on his property suffered severe skull injuries and died. Witnesses said Roberts beat the animal with a hammer and a stick, with ownership disputed between Roberts and his former girlfriend Beverly Vaughn.
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Mal
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Teresa Dobbins
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Senators seek middle ground in welfare reform push
Senators led by Jay Rockefeller back a bipartisan plan to renew welfare with more work requirements, expanded child care and vocational education funding. They urge state flexibility and funding to ease teen pregnancy prevention, while House panels move welfare measures along party lines.
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Breaux
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Evan Bayh
Dind
Tom Carper
D-Del
Bush
Finance Committee
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