Virginia weighs marijuana penalties in SB 913 compromise
Gov Dalton faces SB 913 a product of the Crime Commission and legislative houses aimed at tempering marijuana laws without decriminalizing offenses. It tightens distribution penalties and narrows possession punishments while leaving room for future language tweaks. The governor has until April 2 to decide.
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Captain Video star Al Hodge dies in Winchester memory
Winchester residents recall Al Hodge known as Captain Video, longtime TV idol and 1955 Apple Blossom Festival Grand Marshal. He died recently, leaving a legacy tied to a era of space age children's programming.
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Captain Video Visits Winchester at Apple Blossom Time
Captain Video actor Al Hodge was greeted by crowds as he rode to the reviewing stand and received an honorary citizen certificate from Vice Mayor Claude Smalts. He praised the Virginia Apple Blossoms and recalled travels, noting Winchester as a cherished stop during Apple Blossom season.
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Byrd Urges Constitutional Balanced Budget Amendment
Senator Harry F. Byrd Jr of India urges Congress to submit a balanced budget amendment with a two thirds emergency clause. He cites deficits nearing 800 billion and rising debt, arguing deficits fuel inflation and require spending discipline to restore fiscal responsibility.
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Letter Writer Urges Full James Wood High Funding
A letter from Michael R. Ewing argues for allocating the entire 8.6 million for James Wood High School, opposing a 300,000 shortfall. He warns crowding if built slowly and notes county supervisors cut funds to the proposed solution, urging timely, fully funded construction.
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Frugality in a Liberal Bastion
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak analyze Gov. Edward J. King efforts to cut Massachusetts property taxes and shrink government. They note mixed early results, potential future tax relief, and the impact on liberal politics and business. The piece portrays King as a radical reformer with a plan to lure business, boost energy and reduce state machinery while facing skepticism from liberal Democrats like Barney Frank.
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King's Tax Promise Faces Public Judgement in Massachusetts
Former state senate president Kevin Harrington warns Massachusetts could become a sophisticated Appalachia unless the new governor spurs growth. King admits missteps but insists voters care most about a tax cut, with debates over a 350 to 500 million dollar property tax reduction and welfare cost controls fueling political tension.
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Hopkins Defends Debt Limit Stand Against Spending
Rep. Larry Hopkins argues against increasing the temporary debt limit. He labels peers as big spenders and urges fiscal conservatism, citing the need to reduce government spending, balance the budget, and heed public demand for restraint. He invokes Jefferson and independence rhetoric to urge restraint.
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