Robb rallying coalfield voters in Grundy Va for historic election
Democratic Gov. Charles S. Robb urged coalfield supporters in Grundy to vote on Tuesday, saying Virginians will make history by electing qualified candidates. Gerald Baliles echoed the sentiment as Virginia preparations span southwest coal counties. Republicans Wart Durrette and allies campaigned through the 9th District amid concerns Wilder’s role in the Democratic slate could influence outcomes.
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Virginia Governor Race Leads Poll as Campaign Focuses
The Washington Post poll shows Democratic Gerald Baliles ahead of Republican Wyatt Durrette by 19 points among 1570 registered voters. L. Douglas Wilder and Mary Sue Terry lead their GOP rivals in lieutenant governor and attorney general races, while Democrats are expected to dominate the House of Delegates. The ballot features six open seats and several incumbents facing challengers. Dem leaders describe this as a watershed election with historic implications for Virginia politics.
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Republicans Clash Over Abortion Stance In Virginia Campaign
John Chichester accused Wilder of voting record criticisms as mudslinging while a Grundy rally drew about 150 people. The Virginia Society for Human Life Political Action Committee funded a leaflet urging a pro life governor, showing Durrette with his wife and seven children. It claimed the Republican opposed bills to ease abortion access.
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Superpowers balanced as summit nears in 1980s
AP interviews in Washington and Moscow explore hope for easing tensions between the United States and Soviet Union as leaders prepare for a Switzerland summit. People like Private Chris Guard at Checkpoint Charlie reflect a long history of standoff, while historians note the paradox of nuclear balance and cautious optimism.
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U S arms proposal seeks bomber and missile limits
Helsinki AP reports the United States proposes ceilings on coed and Soviet strategic bombers and a freeze on nuclear missiles in Europe as part of a Geneva process. Key items include a 3,000 warhead ceiling on long range weapons and no limits on submarine launched cruise missiles, with compromise on some points. Negotiations remain distant as Moscow demands a total space ban amid debate over SDI plans.
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Mercer elementary attendance policy aims to boost school success
Mercer County school officials develop an attendance policy to involve staff and parents before final action. The plan endorses compulsory attendance enforcement, due process protections, and the 180 instructional days rule. It sets thresholds for grade retention after 20 absences and triggers interventions after five consecutive days or eight total days, with truancy actions starting at 10 days.
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Monday Highs in the 50s With Rain Forecast
The weatherman warns of heavy rain today with highs in the mid to upper 50s and occasional downpours. Lows dip to the low to mid 50s as a soaking week continues. Weather A-12
Lawmakers to Attend Bluefield Chamber Forum in November
More than a dozen legislators from West Virginia and Virginia will gather for the Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce annual legislative forum on November 14 at The Sheraton Inn Bluefield. The West Virginia lineup includes Gov Arch Moore and several state and house leaders. Virginia attendees feature U S Rep Frederick Boucher and state and house officials. The session will tackle liability reform, malpractice limits, and a proposed tourist and visitors board. A 12 point plan is being developed by Charleston business leaders and insurers to overhaul current insurance structures, aiming to curb costs for manufacturers and medical professionals.
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