Nuns Denied at Indiana Poll Without Photo ID
About a dozen Saint Marys Convent nuns in South Bend aged 80 to 98 were turned away from a polling place by Sister Juke McGuire for lacking state or federal photo ID. Secretary Rokita and others defended Indiana's strict voter ID law as the rest of the state conducted elections with reported voter hotline calls and ongoing ballot printing adjustments.
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Presidential primary vote splits in Indiana and North Carolina
Voters cited economy as the top issue in Indiana and North Carolina as Obama and Clinton traded leads in key states. Obama trailed slightly in overall delegates but narrowed the gap with superdelegates, while Wright’s controversy affected some voters. A photo ID law led to nun voting restrictions in South Bend.
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Bluefield Virginia council eyes fresh appointee after mayor oath
Mayora says good things ahead for Bluefield with a strong team and shared commitment. Harris will be sworn in as mayor July 1, leaving his seat vacant and prompting council to appoint a successor through consensus after discussions. Contact Charles Owens at cowens bottonline.com.
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Tazewell Votes Fill Town Board and Mayor Seats
In unofficial returns six candidates sought three town council seats with winners Trent 171 votes Sayers 54 Cantrell 165. Incumbents McCall 127 McGhee 134 Shepard 86. Mayor Harry re-elected unopposed with 244 votes. Council winners Blankenship 217 Fox 198 Willis 256. incumbent Doake 193. Contact info provided.
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WVU president under fire over Bresch degree saga
WVU faces campus turmoil as critics demand accountability after a panel found pressure from senior staff in the Bresch degree incident. Faculty demand action while enrollment and donor giving rise despite controversy, and a special University Assembly meeting is set for May 14 to address governance and transparency concerns.
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