Blood shortage forces elective surgeries in Lynchburg area
An emergency blood shortage at the Appalachian Regional Blood Center in Roanoke prompted temporary cancellations of elective procedures at Lynchburg General and Virginia Baptist hospitals. Weather cut 10 bloodmobile runs, with 190 units needed daily. officials hope resuming by week’s end if donors rise.
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Lechner Ends Phase of 280 Mile Anti Crime Walkathon
Democratic Del. Ira M. Lechner wrapped up the first phase of his 280 mile trek to drum up support for a mandatory sentencing law. He braved sub freezing weather and plans a 20 mile return leg from Richmond to Arlington regardless of legislative outcome.
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Salem Woman Perishes In Fire While Retrieving Purse
A Roanoke woman died early Wednesday after running back into a burning King George Apartments unit to retrieve her purse. Deanna Sturgill Spriges, 32, attempted to exit through a bedroom window but was overcome by heat and smoke as the first floor wing burned. Police noted the blaze began in living room area and investigators cited possible causes including a cigarette fall on a couch or faulty wiring. Three residents fled to warn others, while Spriggs returned inside to recover her bag, sustaining fatal injuries.
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Antique Auto Restorer Injured In Maryland Fire
In Jarrettsville Maryland AP reports veteran vintage car restorer Dave English suffered second and third degree burns while pouring gasoline into a car at his workshop. The blaze destroyed 12 cars and damaged the building with estimates above 200000 dollars. He is listed in serious condition at Baltimore City Hospitals.
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Vepco Warns Electric Bills Will Be Higher
Virginia Electric and Power Co warns higher January bills due to cold weather, a state rate increase, and fuel costs. The company notes increased demand, maintenance outages at Surry, and urges 68 degree daytime thermostats, better insulation, and safety checks on holiday decorations to prevent hazards.
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