McDonnell appeals tornado aid denial in Virginia
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell presses federal disaster assistance after FEMA refused help for April tornadoes that killed ten and injured many. He cites extensive damage in Pulaski Halifax and Washington counties while local and private aid continues, seeking more resources. Also notes rise in Mei Xiang panda hormone suggesting possible birth or false pregnancy by early July at National Zoo.
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Local Briefs Highlight Blood Drive and Community Events
Red Cross plans a blood drive at Sandy Valley Masonic Lodge in Grundy to honor deputies Stiltner Justice Rasnake and Charles. Bluefield hosts after hours at Mountaineer Bowling Lanes with ERA Advantage Realty and MDA Bowlathon. Bark for Life returns in Tazewell County with dog show contests and activities at Tazewell High School stadium. Wellness day at Wade Center Bluefield offers free food prizes and activities. Concerts and fundraisers include Shaun Groves at Wade Center and Montcalm area gospel singing at Montcalm Fire Department. Eastern Coal Council conference May 23-24 in Richlands Meadowview. McDowell County Aging centers host Country Western Day in Welch. Virginia Coal Festival slated May 20-21 in Castlewood.
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