Debates Fail to Spark Clear Shift in Virginia Race
In Harrisonburg voters offer mixed views after a Republican Bush and Democrat Gore clash. Local professors say the debate yielded little new information and likely won’t alter the race. undecided voters cite education and health care as key issues while most who watched felt Bush avoided major mistakes and Gore impressed some with details, but reactions split.
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James Madison University
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al Gore
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Bush and Gore Debate Shapes Electoral Edge and Perceptions
Analysts say Bush held an edge in the state by state race as Gore kept a cautious line. Gore was widely seen as the better debater, signaling experience gaps for Bush. Voters may digest post debate coverage before forming firm opinions on leadership and accountability.
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Court overturns parole rules for sex offenders
Salazar seeks another hearing after a Sept. 18 ruling that struck mandatory five year parole for rapists and child molesters. Corrections officials briefed victims fearing attackers may be freed while 9 inmates were released and 84 paroled offenders notified they no longer need therapy or parole visits. If upheld, 112 in prison could be freed for parole violations and 170 more released from parole.
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Lottery Winners Report Unofficial Virginia Verification Note
The Associated Press lists latest lottery results for Virginia and other regions. Unofficial numbers are provided for Wednesday and midday drawings across multiple games with Powerball included. Verify Virginia Lottery numbers by calling 438-5825.
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Ortiz pleads in Shenandoah court won’t be charged in Rockingham
Ortiz appeared in Shenandoah County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in Woodstock for an unscheduled hearing. Mitchell served as special prosecutor to avoid conflicts with Rockingham County officials. The deferred sentence for a first offense was approved with support from Ortiz and his wife Caron, who filed the initial complaint after an alleged drunken assault and choking at a party drive-by.
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Shenandoah County
Caron
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