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Kimberly McBroom's Blog
Tuesday, May 1I enjoyed a trip down memory lane last night, when I had the pleasure of serving as emcee for William Byrd High School's Open House. I am a 1989 graduate of Byrd, and loved seeing the many improvements made to the school. As part of a...Tags: Imperial and Royal Matters, Mother's Day, Personal Service, National Basketball Association, Diane Lane
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Warm winter didn't hurt The Homestead
WDBJ7 Senior ReporterThe warm winter was a curse for some ski resorts in the east, but not the Homestead. The Bath County resort kept skiers on the slopes, and golfers on the greens for most of the season. The ski area here at the Homestead is a big draw during the winter. ...Tags: Sports, Golf
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Lynchburg City Council considers shutting down community centers to save money
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefWednesday mornings are a time for Senior Softball. The fifty plus league plays twice a week at Peaksview Park. "I've played ball all my life and I just love it," said softball player Alvin Bryant, who participates in the league organized by Templeton...Tags: Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia)
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Danville considers more cuts amid $1.9 million budget shortfall
ReporterFire departments, community centers and a library are on the chopping block in Danville. Closures and possibly raising taxes are the only cure to defeat a growing deficit according to city leaders. It's part of Danville's tough economy. According to...Tags: Libraries, Arts and Culture
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Bath County student takes winter into his own hands
The winter hasn't been cooperating with snow fans. Even the ski resorts are having trouble keeping snow on the ground during the unseasonably warm season.
During last weekend’s brief arctic blast, Jordan Ford of Hot Springs (Bath County) took out...Tags: Bath County, Snow Storms
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Tobacco Money to keep Kids Healthy: Has some of it gone up in smoke?
WDBJ-TV Anchor/Reporter"Up in Smoke" That's what anti-smoking advocates say has happened to a significant amount of money spent every year to spread smoking prevention messages to your children. The money doesn't come from taxpayers. It comes from tobacco companies. The...Tags: Health Insurance, Diseases and Illnesses, Economy, Business and Finance, Government Health Care, Virginia Tech
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Professional skier using Liberty University ski slope to train for 2014 Winter Olympics
Reporter/Lynchburg Bureau ChiefJay Panther laces up his ski boots with big dreams in mind. "My ultimate goal is to compete in the olympics," said Panther. "The next one is in 2014 in Sochi, Russia." Sking was an obvious career for a guy who grew up at Lake Tahoe in Nevada,...Tags: Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia), 2014 Winter Olympic Games
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Local state park features a bit of everything, including ponies
News 7 News DirectorThere's a state park in our region that not only features great scenery, hiking and other outdoor pursuits, but some four-legged creatures that you'll absolutely adore. The feral ponies in Grayson Highlands State Park are not exactly wild, as...Tags: Gardens and Parks, State Parks, Tourism and Leisure, Travel, Animals
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Salvation Army of Roanoke suspending its afterschool program
The Salvation Army of Roanoke is suspending its afterschool program.
Captain Ken Argot says loss of federal and state funding has the non-profit making tough choices about which programs to keep.
The Salvation Army says it wants to provide a smooth...Tags: Politics, Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Unrest, Conflicts and War, The Salvation Army, Local Government
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YOUR MONEY-Theme parks offer big draw, big prices
ReutersBy Mitch Lipka May 25 (Reuters) - With summer fast approaching, the nation's theme and amusement parks are gearing up for the seasonal explosion of visitors. If you're going to be among the millions packing these parks, it's time to develop your strategy...Tags: Services and Shopping, Vehicles, Six Flags Great America, Trips and Vacations, Passenger Cars
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Theme parks offer big draw, big prices
Reuters(Reuters) - With summer fast approaching, the nation's theme and amusement parks are gearing up for the seasonal explosion of visitors. If you're going to be among the millions packing these parks, it's time to develop your strategy for maximizing the fun...Tags: Services and Shopping, Vehicles, Six Flags Great America, Trips and Vacations, Passenger Cars
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Crowds to crown UK queen's 60th anniversary party
Reuters* Queen Elizabeth marks 60 years on throne * Big crowds expected over four-day celebrations * Monarch, at 86, seen as symbol of stability By Mike Collett-White and Michael Holden LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Britain's Queen Elizabeth will celebrate 60...Tags: The King's Speech (movie), Anglicanism, Imperial and Royal Matters, Family, Political Systems
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