Tehran airport closed as Shah loyalists block return of Khomeini
Iranian military leaders loyal to the Shah closed Mehrabad Airport in Tehran and grounded Iran Air to prevent Ayatullah Khomeini from returning from exile. In Paris, Khomeini’s spokesman said he would depart Thursday night as planned but might turn back if the airport remained closed. Tanks blocked the entrance as Iran Air workers prepared two Boeing 747s to fly the Shiite leader home after 14 years in exile.
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Soggy Valley Forecasts Snow Across Shenandoah Region
The National Weather Service predicts 1 to 2 inches of snow in lower elevations this afternoon with up to 4 inches over 1000 feet. A travelers advisory is in effect as rain shifts to snow. Tonight a heavy snow warning impacts mountainous areas while flooding risk rises due to rising Shenandoah River levels.
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Leaders Argue Over Budget Cutting Targets in Washington
In Washington Carter calls for restraint and cooperation to beat inflation while House Speaker ONeill backs the president. Senator Cranston disagrees, opposing large defense increases even as he supports budget discipline.
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Storms Hit Dozens of States Amid Strong Winds Snow and Tornadoes
Storms lashed more than a dozen states with snow and freezing rain causing power outages school closings and livestock losses. Tornadoes damaged homes in Louisiana and Florida and a Lutcher Mississippi area town reported 30 buildings damaged or destroyed with 27 injuries. Governor Edwards planned disaster declaration as stock feed issues spread across Nebraska. The article also notes Carter's State of the Union focusing on inflation and SALT II with strong warnings on national security.
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Assembly Highlights from Richmond Virginia General Assembly
The Virginia House approved 51 to 48 a bill to curb electricity costs by letting localities join with others or utilities to form electric authorities for generation and distribution. A House committee approved a related measure and the Senate advanced a bill setting new requirements for the electric sector.
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Inflation hits high mark as 1978 rises standout
U S inflation reached 9 percent for 1978 the sharpest in four years with food prices up 11.6 percent and housing costs 9.9 percent. December showed 0.6 percent rise as medical costs eased and tax cuts helped. Purchasing power fell 0.1 percent in December and 3.4 percent for the year.
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Winchester Frederick County Joint Capital Facilities Committee Action
The committee voted to recommend approval of a feasibility study for a joint project with the Winchester Frederick County Board of Supervisors. Photos and details are on the Area News page.
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