Bush Signs Record Military Budget Amid Iraqi War Fears
President Bush signed into law the largest peacetime military spending increase in 20 years, a 355.5 billion package funding Pentagon needs with 4.1 percent military pay raise, 72 billion for new weapons, 7.4 billion for missile defense, and total Pentagon budget up over 34 billion for the year starting Oct 1. The measure, passed by Congress, backs a wartime push as U.S. troops fight terror and prepare for potential conflict in Iraq. He also signed a separate 10.5 billion bill to fund building programs.
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U S Submits Iraq Plan To U N Security Council
United States publicly presented a draft resolution to the U N Security Council that links weapons inspections in Iraq to a threat of military action. Washington seeks backing from all 15 members while pressing France Russia and China to avoid a veto and present a united stance.
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Arrest Warrant Issued As Sniper Case Widens
Police in Montgomery County issued an arrest warrant for 42 year old John Allen Muhammad in connection with a string of Washington area shootings that have left 10 dead. Muhammad is described as armed and dangerous and tied to a federal weapons charge. A juvenile companion is suspected, identified by sources as 17 year old Lee Malvo. An alert sought a 1990 blue or burgundy Chevrolet Caprice with New Jersey plate NDA 217.
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Halloween Amid Sniper Fear Pressures Valley
Communities from Maryland to Richmond curb outdoor activities as a mysterious sniper spree unsettles Halloween plans. Harrisonburg and Rockingham County aim to keep trick or treat, with families like the Hedingers planning normal outings despite heightened caution.
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Federal Reserve notes sluggish economy in two months
The United States has been struggling with a sluggish economy over the past two months, according to the Federal Reserve Board. Also listed are obituary notices for Dorothy A. Crites, 47, of Moorefield. Blanche P. Downs, 98, of Front Royal. Elizabeth M. Harris, 73, of Dooms. Velma V. Kite, 87, of Shenandoah. Madelyn S. Mohar, 93, of Elkton. Beverly E. Ritchie, 56, of Criders. A. Lincoln Sites, 82, of Dorcas. Herman B. Turner, 88, of Folks Run. and Ulysses P. Wade, 80, of Brooksville.
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Dooms
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Elkton
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Dorcas
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Folks Run
Ulysses P. Wade
Brooksville
Fla
Real Good Program for Farmers Boosts Livestock Subsidies
Greg Spitler, Shenandoah Valley area FSA director, announces the Livestock Compensation Program for drought areas in Rockingham and Page counties. Veneman designated 49 Virginia counties as disaster areas, expanding aid. LCP pays subsidies per head as of June 1 with restrictions while others receive low-interest loans.
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The Art Of Communication Attracts Interpersonal Skills Study
College graduates are tech savvy yet employers flag a lack of people skills. Dr. Suzanne de Janusz of James Madison University advocates strong interpersonal abilities as essential for business success. She helped create a course on workplace communication since 1998.
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