Jury Deliberations Continue in Thompson Murder Case
In Princeton, after over two hours of deliberations without a verdict, Judge David Knight sent jurors home and will resume at 9:30 a.m. Defense argues Shannon Thompson acted in self defense citing domestic abuse, while Prosecutor William Sadler contends she intentionally killed Larry Thompson while he lay asleep, questioning her honesty and intent. The defense describes a history of abuse including hits and burns.
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Mercer School Holds Last Kindergarten Graduation
In Rinceton Mercer Elementary marked its final kindergarten graduation as the building will transition to a grades 3 through 5 facility next year. Sixty three students participated with families capturing the moment while Principal Mary Alice Kaufman called the class of 2000 historic.
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B'nai B'rith honors Gilbert with City of Peace award
In Luefield Virginia region the State of Israel Bonds Tribute Dinner at Fincastle Country Club highlighted Dr. Ralph Nurnberger's analysis of recent Middle East peace process developments. Fred Gilbert, a prominent local businessman, was the focus of lifelong service to family, community and faith.
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Wellness center to close July 1 in Bluefield
Bluefield Regional Wellness Center will shut its doors on July 1 after losing 3.2 million since opening in 1986. BRMC subsidized the facility. sub 32 Budget cuts tied to the 1997 Balanced Budget Act prompted the closure decision. Saint Halsey, BRMC spokesman, said staff and members have been notified.
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Mountain Festival Opens With Concert and Pageant
By Jody Neal the Daily Telegraph reports the Comcast Mountain Festival has drawn crowds Tuesday to Thursday with long rides and abundant food. The week’s precipitation pleases farmers as Festivities begin to peak this weekend with a noon kickoff at Chicory Square for the concert series and the first look at 2000 Miss Mountain Festival Allison Spadaro, with Bluefield High School Stage Band to perform.
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