Bush demands Iraqi disarmament under new UN resolution
PresidentBush warned Saddam Hussein must disclose and destroy all weapons of mass destruction or face force. He cited intelligence of UAVs capable of delivering chemical or biological weapons and urged unfettered access for inspectors. He warned Iraqi commanders could face war crimes charges if ordered to attack.
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McDowell School Plan Faces State Takeover Questions
In Grafton on Oct 17 Manchin outlines CEFP amendments aimed at improving education under state oversight. Board members challenge rules, warn against losing $40 million from the Army Corps of Engineers while noting bus stop consolidations may shorten rides amid a declared state of emergency in McDowell County schools.
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On-call crisis threatens Mercer County ER coverage
Mercer County hospitals face an ER on-call crisis due to medical malpractice insurance pressures. Bluefield Regional Medical Center reports 67 percent ER on-call coverage and nine uncovered specialties, risking transfers for broken arms and other urgent care. Officials propose a county-wide cooperative on-call schedule to ensure patient access.
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Mysterious death case unfolds in Whitt trial
Anthony Whitt, 22, is on trial for the death of Dortha Mitchell after an argument turned lethal. Day, Lorie Day, 27, of War, was acquitted of first-degree murder. defense contends she was involved. Whitt confessed on video but defense argues the cause of death was misstated and questions his motive. The trial, led by Judge Rick Marensky, resumed with testimony from Brooks and the videotaped interview.
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West Virginia official blasts drug pricing gaps with Canada compare
Governor Wise decries higher U S prices for Prilosec and Claritin at U S pharmacies, noting Canadians pay 60 and 82 dollars less respectively. A survey of 10 drugs at major chains and DrugStore com shows average U S costs 55 percent above Canadian prices. Wise demands discounts and mails letters to major drug companies from Charleston.
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Pepsi Plant Move Prompts Princeton Area Jobs Debate
PepsiCo plans a Wytheville bottling plant costing 60 to 65 million dollars with 220 to 235 jobs, potentially consolidating Princeton and Marion sites. Local officials urge keeping the Princeton plant, citing water supply concerns and workers’ compensation costs as factors in the relocation discussion.
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Mountaineer Fanfare Set for 7 P.M. at Local High Field
The Q Mountaineer Fanfare will be held this evening at 7 p.m. on the Woodrow Wilson High School football field. A separate correction notes County Commission President Joe Coburn was omitted from a prior Democratic Bean Dinner story.
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