Anthrax scare reaches Capitol Hill after Daschle letter
A letter opened in Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle's office tested positive for anthrax. Capitol Police and authorities launched a criminal bioterrorism investigation. Two field tests were positive. the letter was sent to Fort Detrick for further analysis. Exposed aides were treated with Cipro.
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MCNB to Break Ground in Princeton Soon
MCNB plans groundbreaking in Princeton soon for a new development project. The announcement indicates construction start expected shortly with local officials and the bank's leadership signaling economic growth and job creation for the area.
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Abbs Valley Boissevain PTA Fall Festival Set Saturday
The Abbs Valley Boissevain Elementary PTA hosts a fall festival Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. Activities include a costume contest without masks, a football throw, haunted house, country store, face painting, door prizes, and more. Admission is 50 cents for adults and 25 cents for students under 12.
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West Virginia Daily Lottery Draw Summary
West Virginia Daily reports a Pick 3 result of 4 1 2 and a Pick 4 result of 4 8 8. No additional context or drawings provided.
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Cipro usage warned by health officials over anthrax fears
Area health officials urge restraint in antibiotic use especially Ciprofloxacin as fear of anthrax grows. Deborah Griffith from Princeton Community Hospital reports doctors have not seen increased Ciprio requests with local practices and clinics replying they advise only taking antibiotics when necessary.
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Sentencing hearing set for Keystone Bank officials and physician
Bluefield sentencing hearings were continued for four former Keystone Bank officials and a local physician who pleaded guilty to federal charges. Melissa Quizenbeury 39 Maybeury pleaded guilty to insider trading and Barbara Nunn 53 Virgilina Virginia pleaded guilty to income tax evasion. Both testified for the government in the Billie Cherry Terry Church trial and agreed to assist as part of their plea deals.
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Terry L. Church
Common Sense For Suspicious Packages At Your Door
Barbara Hawkins advises readers to remain calm and avoid handling unlabeled items. If a package or letter seems suspicious call 911, avoid moving or shaking it, and retreat to a safe room while authorities assess potential danger.
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Officials closing inquiry into mysterious envelopes in Mercer County
Bluefield reports health officials will wrap up investigations into two suspicious envelopes mailed to Mercer County residences. Tests by the state health department lab in Charleston found no harmful agents including anthrax. Dr. Kathy Wides, Mercer County public health officer, said further testing is unlikely.
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Man charged in beating death of horse pleads not guilty
Nemours man Kenneth Alan Roberts, 38, faced a felony animal cruelty charge after witnesses saw him beating a horse. The injured animal was found at the base of a 15 foot embankment and had a crushed skull. a veterinarian euthanized it at the scene.
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Classified Comics and Mini Page Highlights
A compact section recaps classified notices, comics, Dear Abby guidance, horoscope, mini-page items, obituaries, sports picks, TV listings, Viewpoint column, and weather outlook in brief teaser form for readers.
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Noon to 4 PM meetings at local groups
Today at Noon the Glen Wood Park Retirement Village Auxiliary holds a meeting and at 4 PM the Mercer County Chapter of the Bluefield State College Alumni Association meets in the student center private dining room.
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