Costly DMV Upgrade Sparking Local Debate in Virginia
A Star series examines Virginia DMV branch upgrades begun under Governor Linwood Holton. The Winchester area facility costs total 288 441 dollars for land site work and construction, with 2 951 square feet priced at 97 51 per foot. Five more branches rise, four for rent, raising concerns over long term costs and lease terms.
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Going Ever Higher The dream of home ownership fades for many
A Census Bureau and HUD report shows the average price of a new home rose above 50 000 in early 1970s three month period, up 38 percent from three years earlier. Higher mortgage costs and inflation push would be buyers toward rents or mobile homes as a changing lifestyle emerges. Private ownership remains a core democratic ideal despite rising costs.
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Arm's Length Relations Mark Shift in Carter Era Politics
Washington reports describe a new independent stance by House Speaker Thomas P. O'Neill toward President Carter. The dialogue with Senator George McGovern reveals a cautious, separate and equal dynamic, signaling reduced automatic support for the White House and greater congressional autonomy amid Vietnam and Watergate legacies.
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A Steamroller That Backfired
Washington report on President Carter’s Instant Voter Registration bill stirring Democratic resistance and Senate filibuster threats. Mondale’s tactics draw criticism while polling shows public and party opposition. House passage appears unlikely without votes.
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Lawmakers push disability rights for pregnancy coverage
A proposed amendment to the Civil Rights Act would bar pregnancy based discrimination and require employers to provide disability and medical plan coverage equal to other disabilities. Proponents cite equality and wage barriers while opponents warn of high costs and potential abuse with estimates ranging from 320 million to 1.6 billion dollars annually. Coalition and NAM backers include Campaign to End Discrimination Against Pregnant Workers and NAM voices arguing for fair treatment balanced against parenthood subsidies.
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Grand Feature Parade praised for record success after 50 years
Don Ratcliff director credits Lions volunteers city and state police and National Guard for a trouble free parade. He notes two hundred thousand spectators and strong advance coverage and thanks numerous helpers while asking readers to assist with genealogical inquiries about the Ogden Dalby and Smith families.
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