U S rejects Iraqi proposal amid mounting Gulf tensions
In Washington the White House rejected Iraq’s bid to resume weapons inspections as U S warplanes moved toward the Persian Gulf. President Clinton signaled readiness for military action while Iraq sent a letter to the U N Secretary General and the Security Council debated the response.
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SVCC president enters Senate race in 38th district
Dr. Charles R. King president of Southwest Virginia Community College announces his candidacy for the Democratic Party nomination for Virginia's 38th state senatorial district. He made six press conferences across the district saying he wants to be "the people's senator" and challenges resignation vacancy of Sen. Jack Reasor Jr. King, who has spent 32 years in the area, says he is not a political man but wishes to run despite roadblocks.
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Grundy businessman enters race for 38th Virginia Senate seat
Dennis Ramey of Grundy owner of Shortridge Ramey Funeral Home and other enterprises filed as a Democrat for Virginia's 38th Senate seat vacated by Sen. Jack Reasor. Ramey, Buchanan County native, waits for SVCC president Dr. Charles King to announce, and notes his local ties and board service with Grundy National Bank and Buchanan General Hospital.
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Fund-raisers Aid Cancer Victims Facing Medical Bills
Greg Jordan reports on concerts and drives supporting families hit by chemotherapy, radiation, and costly meds. Insurance often covers 80 percent, but bone marrow and experimental treatments may be excluded. Duke visits can cost 350 dollars weekly beyond motel discounts, fueling community fund drives that enable ongoing care for patients like Sgt. Clifford Mitchem and Charles Cole Bailey.
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Cost Breakdown Of A Duke Cancer Hospital Stay
In a typical case five hospital days at Duke University cost $16,000 for one cancer patient. Insurance covered 80 percent of the bill at $12,800, leaving $3,200 unpaid. The uncovered portion includes the surgeon's bill, chemotherapy, meals, and transportation.
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