California Court Ruling Orders End To Property Tax School Financing
California’s top court ruled the current property tax based system violates equal protection for 4.5 million public school students and must be replaced by 1980 with a funding plan ensuring equal educational opportunities. The decision, 4 to 3, cites Serrano v Priest and notes wealthier districts spend far more per pupil than poorer ones even after laws passed since 1975.
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Burglar Killed in Gun Shop Gunfire in Christiansburg
Police report one man died this morning after a burglary at Custom Gun Shop in downtown Christiansburg. An intruder escaped as the scene drew in multiple law enforcement agencies with dogs and tear gas. The victim’s identity was not released.
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Hooker Chemical and Plastics Corp
Estimated 350 to 430 die in New Year traffic
National Safety Council projects 350 to 430 deaths on the long New Year travel weekend as vacationers head out for winter fun. The three day period runs from 6 p.m Thursday to midnight Sunday, with 1965 the deadliest prior holiday at 564.
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School committee and board meet scheduling notice
Jan 3 3 p.m. Special Education Placement Committee and Task Force will meet at the Improvement Center. Frederick County School Board will meet at Apple Pie Ridge Jan 2 8 a.m. Inmrectional Council meeting Clarke County Public Schools Jan 3 All schools reopen on regular schedule.
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Pets of the Week at Warren County Humane Society
The shelter seeks new homes for mixed and purebred dogs and cats including two beagle like dogs and a black and white fox terrier type. A male and female pair cuddle in a corner awaiting adoption. Cat donations are $1 and dog adoption is aided by a $5 war plus shots requirement.
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Warren County Humane Society
Front Royal
Bitterly cold weather and gusty winds forecast for valley
The Northern Valley area is listed to see bitterly cold conditions with strong gusty winds tonight and Saturday. Lows near zero to 20 degrees and highs in the teens to 20s, with clear skies tonight and variable clouds Saturday. Extended outlook through Monday stays cold with a chance of snow Tuesday and 30s for highs.
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Circulation Office Hours and Delivery Support
The Star announces circulation department hours Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Readers with delivery issues should notify the circulation manager promptly at 667 3200.
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