Johnnie Johnson Receives Honorary Degree at Fairmont State
FAIRMONT AP Johnnie Johnson earned an honorary doctor of music degree during Fairmont State College commencement and spoke of being at a loss for words. Born in 1924, Johnson co created famous tunes with Chuck Berry and mentored bands before Berry wrote Johnnie B Goode in tribute. The piece notes his Rock Hall of Fame induction in 2001 and his later role as artist in residence at Fairmont State.
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West Virginia voters face new twists in Tuesday's primary
Voters in West Virginia will encounter changes from new voting machines and redistricting to no excuse early voting and potential metal detectors at polling places. Officials say 30 election law changes aim to boost turnout and curb fraud, with counties adopting optical scanning, paper, lever, and electronic touch screen systems.
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Sunday hunting on private land at stake in WV referendums
West Virginia voters in at least 35 counties decide whether to allow Sunday hunting on private property with public land banned. If rejected, it cannot return for two years. if approved, not again for five years. Farmers oppose safety concerns while hunters push to keep a limited hunting day.
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