King Day Celebrations Highlight King's Legacy and Desegregation Fight
The piece recalls the long push to King Day with NAACP leaders praising his justice work. It notes the 1983 tax law battles, 1986 state acknowledgments, and 2000 full federal holiday status. King’s vision of equality and tolerance remains central as community figures recount rallies in Kingstree and the ongoing relevance of his ballot rights message.
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Hill who backed Obama ally Keyes joins clean power, protests
Hill, once an Obama supporter who helped shut two Chicago coal plants, recounts meeting Obama in Washington and throwing a Topless America button into his elevator. Now executive creative director of Topless America, he organizes the Shenandoah Valley Unity March slated for Friday during Trump's inauguration, urging diverse turnout and unity.
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Pedestrian struck on John Marshall Highway with internal injuries
A pedestrian was hit by a eastbound vehicle on John Marshall Highway as Green stepped into the road. Mallow was not ticketed or charged. police are gathering evidence and witness statements. Speed was not a factor. Contact Master Police Officer Steve Mauck or Officer David Leonard at 540 635 2111 with further information.
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