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Patrick Henry (May 29, 1736 ¿ June 6, 1799) was a prominent figure in the American Revolution, known best for his "Give me Liberty, or give me Death!" speech, given at the Second Virginia Convention at St. John's Episcopal Church in Richmond. Henry was one of the most influential and radical advocates of the American Revolutionary War and republicanism. He spoke out against corruption in government officials and was a great defender of historic rights. Henry is also known for the quote, "If this be treason, make the most of it! "
Patrick Henry (May 29, 1736 ¿ June 6, 1799) was a prominent figure in the American Revolution, known best for his "Give me Liberty, or give me Death!" speech, given at the Second Virginia Convention at St. John's Episcopal Church in Richmond. Henry was one of the most influential and radical advocates of the American Revolutionary War and republicanism. He spoke out against corruption in government officials and was a great defender of historic rights. Henry is also known for the quote, "If this be treason, make the most of it! "
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A dozen Patrick Henry High School student-athletes commit to playing at the next level
Twelve student-athletes signed on to compete at the next level Wednesday at Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke. Placekicker Nick Conte has accepted an offer to walk on at the University of Virginia for Coach Mike London and the Cavs. Soccer player...
Tags: Mike London, Sports, College Sports, Football, Lacrosse
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Prosecutors seeking death penalty against accused killer Shane Padgett
WDBJ7 Anchor/ReporterWDBJ7 has confirmed prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against a Roanoke County man charged with capital murder. Shane Padgett is accused of killing Patrick Henry High grad Cara Holley in 2010. On Thursday in Roanoke County court, a judge...Tags: Punishment, Prosecution, Trials, Murder, Bath Salt Drugs
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Popular teacher remembered in Roanoke
It wasn't a goodbye but a thank you. Thursday night more than 100 people paid tribute to a woman who was more than an educator. Robin Neamo Parker was a long time teacher at Patrick Henry High School. She passed away last Friday. This Friday, Robin...
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National Drug Takeback Day is Saturday
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Takeback Day, and several hometowns in our area are participating. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, about 377,000 pounds of prescription drugs were turned in across the country during the last...
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Cosmo Meet
The 47th annual Cosmopolitan Track and Field Meet is being held at William Fleming High School from May 3-5. To see pictures from last year's meet, click here. For more information about the meet, read the news release below: The 47th Annual...Tags: High School Sports, Virginia High School League, High Schools, Schools
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Vandals do about $60,000 in damage to Blacksburg apartment complex
Vandals did about $60,000 of damage over the weekend to heat pumps at a Blacksburg apartment complex. The Blacksburg Police Department says the damage was doen at The Village apartment complex on Patrick Henry Drive. Police are offering a $1,000...
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UPDATED: Martinsville man killed in riding lawnmower accident
Virginia State Police have identified 75-year-old George Lee Marlowe as the man killed in a lawnmower accident Tuesday at Patrick Henry Community College. -------------------------- According to Virginia State Police, the victim was a 75-year-old...
Tags: Disasters and Accidents, Health, Health and Safety at School, Colleges and Universities, Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia)
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Patrick Henry soccer star overcomes obstacles
Sports ReporterThe first thing you notice about Max Davidson are his feet; lightning fast but with touch, and balance. "How quick I can move my feet and how technical I can be with the ball are my biggest strengths," says Davidson. The Patrick Henry captain is so...Tags: College Sports, Sports, Soccer, Frostbite, Max Davidson
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Attorney General Cuccinelli holding town hall meetings in Lynchburg, Roanoke, Martinsville
Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli is hosting three town hall meetings in southwest Virginia next week.
Officials say Cuccinelli is expected to discuss electricity rates and what factors drive the prices that consumers pay for electricity.
He also will...Tags: Martinsville (Martinsville, Virginia), Roanoke (Roanoke, Virginia), Ken Cuccinelli, Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia), Electricity Production and Distribution
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FRIDAY ROUNDUP: Galax and Parry McCluer roll; Patrick Henry falls
The high school regionals kept rolling Thursday night.
Patrick Henry was trying to knock off Gar-field.
Andy Gray, the former William Fleming assistant, had his team ready to go.
But early on they couldn't slow down B-J Hamlett. He got warm from...Tags: Manufacturing and Engineering, Minor League Baseball, Woodrow Wilson, Sports, Stonewall Jackson
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High school basketball scores
High school basketball scores for March 3 GIRLS BASKETBALL AAA State Championship Quarterfinal Princess Anne 57, Potomac 42 Woodside 55, William Fleming 42 AA State Championship Division 3 Quarterfinal Liberty-Bealeton 73, Brunswick 51 R.E....Tags: Sports, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, James River, Stonewall Jackson, College Basketball
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Patrick Henry High School's orchestra has been selected to perform at Carnegie Hall
ReporterThe students admit it was a long shot. The Patrick Henry High School orchestra has been selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. "I was speechless and I still really don't know what to think about it. It will really hit me when I get...Tags: New York City, Culture, Students, Carnegie Hall, Arts and Culture
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