Judge Doane Links Cockfighting Case to Public Corruption Probe
In Page County U.S. District Court Harrisonburg federal judge Conrad told prospective jurors the cockfighting and gambling case may relate to a broader corruption probe and recent FBI IRS raids on local businesses and homes as the trial of 60 year old Charles Leo Kingrea of Gordonsville proceeds.
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Cockfight Case Presented in Harrisonburg Court
Federal prosecutors wrapped up their case in U S District Court Harrisonburg against Gordonsville man Charles Leo Kingrea 60 for conspiring to operate a cockfighting and gambling ring Kingrea ran a supply stand near Stanley selling gaffs knives medicines used in cockfights as prosecutors argued this enabled the operation He was indicted September 18 on four counts including conspiracy to engage in an animal fighting venture gambling related cockfighting and to sell buy transport or deliver knives Kingrea’s case heads to further proceedings on Page A3.
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30 Year Passion To Help Students Endures For Bridgewater Fin Aid Chief
Vern Fairchilds, longtime Bridgewater College financial aid director, retired after 39 years with 30 years as head of aid. He loves helping students navigate FAFSA PLUS loans and Pell grants, earning praise as Virginia’s financial aid expert. Born in Staunton, he grew up in the Richmond area, funded college while working and married Cheryl Lackey after meeting her in the bridgewater dining hall.
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High Court Rules Detainees Can Appeal Guantanamo Case
The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that foreign detainees at Guantanamo Bay may appeal in U.S. civilian courts to challenge indefinite detention without charges. Justice Kennedy wrote for the majority noting laws endure in extraordinary times, while Justice Scalia dissented warning the decision will make the war harder and could cost American lives. President Bush criticized the ruling as deeply divided.
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Hoax drill tugs at El Camino High tears
In Oceanside California on a Monday a schoolwide notice claimed several students died in weekend crashes. Students wept and raged as a hoax told by officials to show consequences of drinking and driving. Seniors faced graduation parties amid defense of the event.
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el Camino High School
San Diego
Bush Rome visit promises cordial talks with Berlusconi and pope
President Bush meets Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi and Pope Benedict XVI in Rome with expectations of friendly exchanges while street scenes in the capital reveal contrasting public sentiment and activity.
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Cedar Rapids Flood Submerges 100 Blocks After Cedar River Floods
Cedar Rapids suffers extensive flooding with over 100 blocks submerged as the Cedar River swells beyond its banks. Across Iowa nine rivers reach historic flood levels, prompting state wide flood warnings and relief efforts. Communities brace for continued high water and damage assessments.
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Weather contact lines and toll free notice
Inside weather page contact details list several names with ages and towns including Albert J. Beverage 86 Monterey R, Jason Breeden 38 Shenandoah, Elizabeth Ford 80 Luray, Ellen M. George 80 Stratford NY, Stanley E. Smith Sr. 78 Elkton, George L. Sprinkel 51 Bridgewater and a notice for paper delivery assistance with a phone number and delivery hours 6 9 a.m.
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Monterey
R. Jason Breeden
Shenandoah
Elizabeth R. Ford
Luray
Ellen M. George
Stratford
Stanley E. Smith Sr
Elkton
George L. Sprinkel
Bridgewater
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