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Cuccinelli says coal, rollback of EPA regs and drilling offshore core of his agenda
Bristol Herald Courier, Va.Coal, a rollback on environmental regulations and access to offshore oil would be at the core of Republican Ken Cuccinelli's agenda if elected Virginia's next governor, the candidate said during a local stop Thursday. Cuccinelli , the state's current...Tags: Conservation, Politics, Business, Mining, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Obama's 'Katrina moment'
It has been a rough week or so for the Obama administration. From Benghazi to the tapping of reporters' phones to the IRS admitting that it targeted conservative groups for extra scrutiny, the press is in a frenzy, and many are questioning President...
Tags: U.S. Congress, Politics, Crime, Law and Justice, George W. Bush, Justice System
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A Journey To A Windswept Island In Goodwin State Forest
The Hartford CourantMaybe it's because I read "Treasure Island" too many times as a kid. Or maybe it was the islands of grass -- known as "witches heads" -- we would hop across as kids to get to the other side of the swamp. Whatever the reason, I love islands. Whether I...Tags: Transportation, Politics, Railway Transportation, Lakes and Ponds, Pomfret
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Legislators mull Medicaid changes rather than expansion
The Columbus DispatchOhio Medicaid recipients could face time limits and work requirements under alternatives being discussed in the legislature to Gov. John Kasich's proposed expansion of tax-funded health care for the poor and disabled. Republican leaders also are...Tags: Politics, Republican Party, Health Insurance Cost, Mike DeWine, Parties and Movements
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Legislature could require Columbus school levy to support charters
The Columbus DispatchAfter a mayoral education commission recommended sharing Columbus schools' property-tax dollars with charters, two lawmakers introduced a bill yesterday requiring that such a levy go before district voters on the fall ballot. The bill also would...Tags: Public Officials, Politics, Crime, Law and Justice, Elections, Justice System
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Businesswoman challenge DJ for office
Public Opinion, Chambersburg, Pa.In the only magisterial district judge race this primary election, incumbent T.R. Williams is being challenged by local businesswoman Ginger Rowe. Williams, who works out of the Scotland office, has been serving as district judge for six and a half...Tags: Politics, Crime, Law and Justice, Colleges and Universities, Social Sciences, Justice System
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Hunger strike, Yemeni dilemma could spur Guantanamo closure plans
A 100-day-old hunger strike at the Guantanamo Bay prison for suspected terrorists has agitated international human rights advocates anew, prompting fresh calls worldwide for closure of the detention center that President Obama vowed to shutter more than...
Tags: U.S. Congress, Politics, Credit and Debt, Crime, Law and Justice, Dianne Feinstein
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MUB to vote on taking over Scotts Run PSD
The Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.Depending on whom you asked Wednesday afternoon, that buzz of activity at 432 Scotts Run Road was either a case of institutional arrogance ... or simple anticipation of what's surely going be a done deal in the days ahead. That's the address of the...Tags: Politics, Labor Legislation, Career and Workplace, Civil and Public Service
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House Speaker Thompson appointed to Department of Veterans Assistance
The Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.House Speaker Rick Thompson will take a new post as secretary of the Department of Veterans Assistance. Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin announced Thompson's appointment Thursday morning. Current Secretary Keith Gwinn is retiring for health reasons, Tomblin said....Tags: American Legion, Armed Forces, Politics, Earl Ray Tomblin, Labor Legislation
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Madison First Selectman Fillmore McPherson running for re-election
New Haven Register, Conn.Republican First Selectman Fillmore McPherson announced Thursday afternoon he is seeking re-election to a third term. "I am proud to serve the good people of the town of Madison," McPherson said. He made the announcement at Town Campus before...Tags: Politics, Madison (New Haven, Connecticut), New Haven (New Haven, Connecticut), Republican Party, Local Elections
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FOIA case closed
The Dominion Post, Morgantown, W.Va.Circuit Court Judge Susan B. Tucker dismissed David McKain's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit against Monongalia County Assessor Mark Musick on Thursday. McKain sued Musick for FOIA violations regarding a request for 2012 and 2013 tax data he...Tags: Politics, Laws, Freedom of Information Act, Crime, Law and Justice, Justice System
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House speaker resignation sparks political jockeying
Charleston Daily Mail, W.Va.CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Even before House Speaker Rick Thompson, D-Wayne, announced his resignation, fellow delegates began debating who would be next to lead the House. Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin announced Thursday Thompson is leaving his post as speaker to...Tags: Economy, Business and Finance, Politics, U.S. Congress, Earl Ray Tomblin, Crime, Law and Justice
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