Vermiculite Mine in Louisa County Ties to Asbestos Fears
AP dispatch reports Mount Sinai researchers plan to study vermiculite deposits and products after asbestos fibers were found in ore samples from a proposed Louisa County mine. The Mount Sinai team notes this is the second U S vermiculite reserve with hazardous fibers, following a Montana discovery.
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Louisa County
New York
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Green Springs
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State Board to Remove Prisoners From Pittsylvania Jail
The State Board of Corrections will remove 19 inmates from the Pittsylvania County jail after procedures are set. Mrs. Doris DeHart said the board will meet next Tuesday to announce the plan as the jail failed state standards and the county must decide by Tuesday how to proceed.
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State Board of Corrections
Pittsylvania County
Doris DeHart
Board of Corrections
Drought Woes Deepen as Mercury Contamination Cited
The Shenandoah drought draws concern over groundwater and river water safety. Residents report cloudy wells and possible petroleum contamination while mercury fears prompt water authority guidance. Metropolitan supply risks spark talk of interbasin transfers as officials warn of a future shortage.
City Council Debates Code Changes in Open Session
Last night council members debated proposed code alterations including removing kitchen sink requirements and reducing electrical outlets to one per habitable room. Motions on heating tests and inspector powers were discussed with several members voting for and against various amendments. The council tabled some changes and approved bringing back owner occupied housing into the code.
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Jones
Dutton
Davis
Shendon
Bayliss
Zuckerman
Haines
Avtex Ordered to Convert To Coal Burning Operation
Avtex Fibers in Front Royal is among four Virginia plants ordered by the Federal Energy Administration to switch from oil or natural gas to coal for manufacturing. The nationwide move covers 28 plans and aims to conserve fuels and reduce dependency. Plant manager Albert Ruff welcomes the change, estimating a $15 million conversion cost and annual oil savings of about 1.5 million barrels.
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Avtex
Virginia
Federal Energy Administration
Albert Ruff
FEA
Ruff
West Virginia
Kentucky
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Mimiaga
EPA
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Winchester man charged after Berryville break in
Gary S. Singhass of Winchester was arrested by Clarke County Sheriff's Office for breaking and entering a Berryville home. He allegedly entered 116 W. Main Street at 2 50 a m through a broken window, assaulted Patsy Barber, and stole two twenty dollar bills. Bond set at 2200 with Aug 15 hearing in Berryville courthouse.
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Clarke County
Nicodemus
Patsy Barber
Main Street
Miss Barber
Gary S. Singhass
Clinton Ritter Announces Resignation as Frederick County Assistant Commonwealth Attorney
Clinton Ritter, Frederick County Assistant Commonwealth Attorney, announces resignation to start a full time private practice. He departs Friday, becoming the third county official to resign in 36 days, with William Rodgers and William Riley having left earlier this year. Glenn Williamson, 26, replacing Ritter, will join as assistant to Commonwealth Attorney Lawrence Ambrogi.
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Commonwealth
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Ritter
William Rodgers
Board of Supervisors
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Glenn Williamson
University of Virginia Law School
VPI
University of Virginia
Commonwealth Attorney
Lawrence Ambrogi
Weather Summary Northern Valley and Virginia Hot Through Thursday
The Northern Valley and Virginia regions remain hot and humid through Thursday with a chance of afternoon and evening thunderstorms. Lows tonight range from mid to upper 70s in the valley and upper 60s to mid 70s in Virginia, with Thursday highs in the 90s. Extended outlook calls for continued heat and humidity into Friday through Sunday, with only a possible break later in the weekend and widespread 90s to near 100 in lowlands.
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Northern Valley
Virginia
Heat Safety Tips Emphasize Water for Salt Tablet Use
Salt tablets are advised only with ample water and workers in sun should pace themselves to curb water and sodium loss. About 700 swimmers sought relief with a 65 degree dip at the Clearbrook pool.
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Clearbrook Pool
Star and Save Money Ad Buy Offers
A promotional notice urges readers to save by using coupons in today's Star edition. It touts strong value with many items for only 100 when purchasing the Star and encourages reading the Star ads for deals.
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