GOP Seeks Year End Plan Without Shutdown Fight
Washington Republicans grappled to unite behind a plan to avoid a government shutdown next week while challenging President Obama's decision to spare millions of immigrants from deportation. A separate bipartisan bill to extend expiring tax breaks moved toward approval, despite adding about 44 billion dollars in red ink over ten years. The White House signaled Obama would sign the one year measure after threatening a veto of a longer term version.
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Stronger Cigarette Licensing Sought in Virginia
Virginia lawmakers were urged by the State Crime Commission to license cigarette retailers to curb cross state smuggling amid Virginia's low tobacco tax. The panel backed AB C enforcement and proposed boosting search and rescue efficacy after UVA student Hannah Graham's disappearance and death. Texting of explicit photos by teens was postponed to next year.
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ArtWorks exhibit opens at Blue Ridge Community College
Students and faculty gathered for the Student ArtWorks opening reception at the Fine Arts Center in Weyers Cave. The exhibit runs through Monday and is open to the public, featuring works by Michael Hiles of Dreamland Tattoo and April Joseph of Staunton, including charcoal drawings and ceramics.
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Harrisonburg weighs cost of six school projects
City Council and School Board in Harrisonburg debated six VMDO designed projects to expand capacity. Proposed by VMDO are a new elementary school two pre K facilities a new middle school renovations to Thomas Harrison Middle and additions to Harrisonburg High School. Estimated cost near 95 million for all but the high school addition and second pre K facility.
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Judge Denies Bond For Truck Driver In Manslaughter Case
James H. Patterson, 44, of Jacksonville, Fla., appeared in Rockingham County Circuit Court after a judge refused to grant bond on charges including involuntary manslaughter. The Tuesday ruling keeps Patterson behind bars as the case proceeds.
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Organic Grower Details Challenges Organic Transition
Philip Witmer shifted from grass fed dairy to organic production facing grain and forage sourcing hurdles. The piece notes his market uncertainties and ongoing effort to align with organic standards. Also mentions a Nourishing Healthy People and Communities session tied to the conference.
Push For Wage Hike Faces Long Odds In Virginia General Assembly
A Democratic state senator and advocates for low income workers push to raise Virginia minimum wage, but the measure likely faces tough odds in a GDP influenced General Assembly.
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