Iran Quake Toll Rises to 199 as Aid Rushed In
The Tehran based Red Lion and Sun reports 199 bodies recovered in Bazanabad Khor ramabad and Ebrahimabad with about 1 000 homes destroyed in the quake hit eastern Iran. Emergency aid including tents blankets and heaters is en route from Mashhad to Quaen.
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Pro Shah Soldiers Open Fire in Ahwaz Clash
Pro Shah troops clashed with anti Shah demonstrators in Ahwaz amid the monarch’s departure from Iran. An army spokesman said frantic officers attacked a crowd near a mosque, with initial reports claiming hundreds of casualties.
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Overrunning Weather Threat to Washington Area
A Star staff report describes an overrunning situation in the Washington Virginia Maryland region as warm air moves over cold air, raising ice and freezing rain risks. Schools in Winchester Clarke County consider closures while Front Royal delays kindergarten and Frederick County schools plan to stay open. temperatures in the low 30s with a warming trend expected to the 40s later today.
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Sunday Racing Measure Sparks West Virginia Debate
Speaker Clyde Lee Ir predicts the closure of two Cantera Penbe tracks will push the Legislature to allow county option Sunday racing. A House Judiciary hearing eyed to decide the issue, with possible floor action next week if approved. The measure follows two Jefferson County track closures and a drop in parimutuel betting revenue.
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Senate approves FOI amendment amid political maneuvering
A Virginia Senate vote edged approval for amendments to the state FOI Act aimed at speeding access to government records. Senator Truban led a narrow Republican push while Senator Miller shifted to support after removing objections tied to board actions and fundraising. House moves to revive the measure were anticipated, with sponsor Giesen buoyed by the tally and Lt. Gov. Robb ready to back the bill.
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Chuck) Robb
Assembly Highlights the Virginia General Assembly
Senate passes 2019 bill to require college governing boards to meet in public session. Public hearing erupts over new restrictions and sales tax exemption for church property stalls amid concerns. House votes 54 to 36 on proposal to raise the age of purchase.
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Cambodian Forces Strike Back Amid Vietnam Invasion
Reports from Bangkok say ousted Cambodian troops fight Vietnamese forces across multiple fronts in Cambodia, with battles near Kompong Som and Kampot and air strikes around the ports. They claim leadership by ex President Khieu Samphan and Pol Pot, while a new pro Hanoi Cambodian government seeks guerrilla resistance. Washington notes Carter’s wage insurance plan faces uncertain fate in Congress.
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New Manager at Wayside Inn Faces Reform Plans
Frederick South profiles the Wayside Inn’s new manager and outlines her strategic plans. The piece notes scrutiny over a proposed 6.2 million dollar rate hike.
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