Pentagon slows pace of defense revolution under Bush
Washington AR The Pentagon backs away from dramatic change in defense policy as the Bush administration tries to rebuild the military. Defense officials say expectations for quick, sweeping reforms are unrealistic amid ongoing reviews and disputed funding. Generals and lawmakers warn against abrupt troop cuts or base closures while the Quadrennial Defense Review is finalized.
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Thurmond a statistical anomaly in aging West Virginia town
In Thurmond West Virginia population seven sits among the state s oldest, with a median age around 55 5 despite a nearby river drawn rafters and hikers Local residents describe the town as active and resilient amid limited services a single one lane road access and a dwindling storefront district The town s future hinges on restoration plans with CSX National Park Service and private owners aiming to revive businesses and a tourist train
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Virginia Governor Seeks Joint Ownership of Wilson Bridge
Virginia Governor Jim Gilmore proposed joint ownership and maintenance of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge with Maryland to ensure on time construction and cost inflation is factored. He wrote to Maryland Governor Parris Glendening and said Annapolis is warming to the plan. The 40 year old federally owned draw bridge links Alexandria Virginia and Oxon Hill Maryland on I 95 and I 495 as part of the north south route. Gilmore aims to finish a cost estimate by week’s end to address federal inflation concerns.
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Biden to chair Foreign Relations as Senate leadership shifts
Senate Democrats pick Joseph Biden to lead the Foreign Relations Committee when the chamber shifts next week, while Patrick Leahy takes over Judiciary. Biden says he sought both posts to influence foreign policy and crime policy, with Leahy vowing to guide a centrist judiciary.
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