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Fun with Republicans Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:03:03 -0500
The country may have soured on the Republican party in recent months, as President Bush's approval ratings dip to record lows and frustration with the Iraq war lingers. But don't tell that to the 4,000-plus GOP activists who showed up this weekend at the Virginia Republican Convention in Richmond. Convention delegates were happy to scoop up buttons and bumper stickers ($2 each) promoting GOP candidates and making fun of Democrats. And conservative values were on prominent display. The Virginia Society for Human Life exhibit booth featured models of fetuses at different stages of pregnancy, along with bumper stickers saying ``Abortion stops a beating heart." John McCain buttons were ubiquitous, as were such standard GOP fare as ``I love being Right," ``Grand Old Party," and ``GOP:...

In case you missed it..... Sun, 01 Jun 2008 14:47:39 -0500
Here are the results by congressional district for the Jim Gilmore-Bob Marshall GOP Senate nomination fight. The numbers listed are weighted delegate votes, which do not necessarily translate into numbers of people voting. 1st District: (Newport News to Prince William County) Gilmore: 490.73 Marshall: 643.27 2nd District: (Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, parts of Hampton and Norfolk): Gilmore: 612 Marshall: 345.6 3rd District: (Richmond to Norfolk) Gilmore: 121.83 Marshall: 75.16 4th District (Chesapeake to Petersburg): Gilmore: 319.45 Marshall: 382.53 5th District (Charlottesville to Danville): Gilmore: 666.17 Marshall: 419.65 6th District (Roanoke and Shenandoah Valley): Gilmore: 530.62 Marshall: 507.47 7th District (Greater Richmond area): Gilmore: 1035.79 Marshall: 581.52 8th District (Arlington, Alexandria, part of Fairfax): Gilmore: 156.96 Marshall: 145.04 9th District (Abingdon, Bristol, southwest corner of state):...

Truman squadrons return to Oceana Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A weekly summary of news, promotions and events regarding service members and their families stationed in Hampton Roads and Virginia.

Lt. Cmdr. Justin Rubino hurried from his F/A-18C Hornet on Saturday; hugged his wife, Julie, for the first time in seven months; and stepped back.

Authorities deal with rising ammo prices Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Gun enthusiasts and police departments are finding that it's costing more to fire a few practice rounds these days.

Woman slightly injured after being hit by train Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Officials say a woman suffered only minor injuries when she was struck by a train at the Smithsonian station.

Senate to consider greenhouse gas limits Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The possible economic cost of confronting global warming — from higher electricity bills to more expensive gasoline — is driving the debate as climate change takes center stage in Congress. The Senate will begin considering legislation today that would mandate a reduction in carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from power plants, refineries, factories and transportation, cutting heat-trapping pollution by two-thirds by mid-century.

Lawsuit aims to finish James River Bridge work Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The contractor says good concrete was replaced. The state denies misleading him.

A contractor is suing the state for $600,000 over a disputed contract to repair the James River Bridge, alleging that work should be finished to ensure the span's long-term safety.

Seal euthanized after surgical complications Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Pongo, a harbor seal at the Virginia Aquarium, has been euthanized.

Nonprofit aims to increase voter registration, raise awareness of local issues Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Virginia Organizing Project interns will go door-to-door from Williamsburg to Virginia Beach.

A Charlottesville nonprofit group's representatives might soon come knocking as part of a statewide attempt to increase voter registration and awareness of issues like health care reform.

Coast Guard helps injured tugboat crew Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A weekly summary of news, promotions and events regarding service members and their families stationed in Hampton Roads and Virginia.

Coast Guard rescue crews came to the aid of tugboat crew members in two separate incidents Thursday night.

2 teens die in 1-car crash on I-664 Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
One Chesapeake girl was thrown from the car as it flipped over.

Two Chesapeake teenagers died Saturday evening. One died at the scene after being ejected from a car that flipped several times on Interstate 664.

Man killed after his car crashes, overturns on I-64; speed a factor Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
A fiery crash on Interstate 64 westbound early Sunday morning has left one man dead.

A master of networking, Russian turns to help others Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Having raised thousands to pay her tuition at William and Mary, she's offering scholarships.

— At 25, Vicki Pavlova is an accomplished scholar with two master's degrees from the College of William and Mary to her credit. But her greatest gift might be for networking.

State GOP 'on the edge' at convention Sat, 31 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The mood is unsettled, as today's Republican U.S. Senate pick will be an underdog against Democrat Mark R. Warner in November.

Virginia Republicans, aiming for a reversal of recent electoral fortunes, convened their state convention Friday amid hopes of uniting behind a U.S. Senate candidate who can pull off a November surprise.

You can be part of Shad Plank Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
As the Republican Party of Virginia gathers in Richmond to choose a candidate for the U.S. Senate, Daily Press political writer Hugh Lessig will host a live-blogging session this afternoon with two of the area's most respected political bloggers — Vivian Paige on the left and J.R. Hoeft on the right. Bring your questions, comments and predictions and join the conversation on the Daily Press political blog, The Shad Plank, at www.shadplank.com . And keep watching The Shad Plank all day today and Saturday for the latest convention news.

Tunnel toll? Try two dollars each way Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Are you ready to pay? Highway officials and business leaders say there's big potential for tolling projects to expand Hampton Roads' transportation network.

Federal highway officials said Wednesday that Virginia is ripe for a tolling program to raise money for road projects and alter the way drivers use the state's interstate system.

Selling your home? You can improve your chances … Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
There are measures you can take to improve your chances of success when selling your home.

Newport News bringing enterprising strategy to zones Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The city hopes to leverage state and local tax breaks to encourage small and big businesses alike.

The city hopes to leverage state and local tax breaks to encourage small and big businesses alike.

Rethinking the 'A' word — annuities Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Hueler Associates has created a one-stop shop for retirees wanting to turn 401(k) assets into an income stream.

It was the height of the dot-com boom, when workers were retiring early on their double-digit tech-stock winnings and day trading was all the rage. There stood Kelli Hueler, before an audience of financial professionals, explaining the urgent need for affordable annuities, so future retirees won't run out of money.

You can shop smart and still have a healthy diet … Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Marilyn Morris, a Gloucester-based Virginia Cooperative Extension agent in family and consumer sciences, says that if you shop smart, you can live on a tight budget and still have a healthy diet. Some ways to save at the grocery:

Interested in ways to make your money grow? Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Looking for a place to park your savings where it'll earn more than the 1 percent or 2 percent interest that many banks and credit unions offer? The blog www.bargaineering.com recently posted what it considers the top five online savings accounts, based on rates and service. Bargaineering listed:

Bomb explodes outside Danish embassy in Pakistan Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:57:00 -0400
An apparent car bomb exploded outside the Danish embassy in Pakistan's capital on Monday, killing at least five people and wounding dozens more, officials and witnesses said.

Kennedy undergoing surgery for brain tumor Mon, 2 Jun 2008 07:02:00 -0400
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy is undergoing surgery Monday at Duke University Medical Center for his cancerous brain tumor, his office said.

Clinton seeks to go after Obama superdelegates Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:03:00 -0400
As Barack Obama turns to concentrate on his general election challenge, his rival Hillary Rodham Clinton is mounting a last ditch campaign to stay relevant in what is left of the Democratic presidential contest.

Legendary designer Yves Saint Laurent dies at 71 Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:09:00 -0400
Yves Saint Laurent, one of the most influential and enduring designers of the 20th century, will be remembered for empowering women through his fashion, a longtime friend and associate said.

Myanmar reopens schools 1 month after cyclone Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:13:00 -0400
One month after a cyclone left more than 130,000 people dead or missing, Myanmar's military government reopened many of the country's schools Monday despite worries that the extent of damage could put children in harm's way.

Space shuttle closes in on space station Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:15:00 -0400
Shuttle Discovery closed in on the international space station early Monday with a super-size delivery: a scientific lab that's as big as a school bus and a toilet pump.

Water pressure blamed for Universal Studios damage Mon, 2 Jun 2008 05:55:00 -0400
Firefighters patrolled fire-scarred Universal Studios early Monday guarding against flare-ups while authorities wondered if the blaze that gutted some of Hollywood's most famous backdrops was made worse because of low water pressure.

Study: Kids' cancer rates highest in Northeast Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:16:00 -0400
Surprising research suggests that childhood cancer is most common in the Northeast, results that even caught experts off guard. But some specialists say it could just reflect differences in reporting.

Police: Tatum O'Neal arrested in NYC drug bust Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:06:00 -0400
Police say Academy Award-winning actress Tatum O'Neal has been arrested after buying crack cocaine near her home in Manhattan.

First-place Rays, Angels walk off with wins again Mon, 2 Jun 2008 06:17:00 -0400
The Tampa Bay Rays and Los Angeles Angels are getting used to late rallies, a big reason both teams remain in first place.

For some felons trying to find work, the punishment becomes the crime Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
K eisha Tucker was a forklift operator at Fort Eustis in October 2004 when the engine blew on her 1993 Honda Accord.

Returning the favor for hospital that's helped him so much Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
An ODU student with a rare disorder will be featured on today's 25th annual CHKD telethon.

When Tyler Bransford was about 10, his pediatrician said he had scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine. The next year it was a heart murmur.

York man crashes, dies after police chase Sun, 1 Jun 2008 15:43:00 -0400
A York man is dead after crashing his motorcycle in an attempt to elude police.

5/8: Baseball roundup Wed, 14 May 2008 20:36:33 -0400
Kizuku Scott hit the go-ahead RBI double in the seventh inning for Bethel (14-3, 13-3), which held on for a 10-8 victory at Heritage to pull into a tie for first place in the Peninsula District with Hampton.

Proponent says toddlers up to task Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Christine Stephens has the goods, and the five toddlers surrounding her know it. Stephens, a Lynchburg daycare provider, sits in the middle of her hardwood living room floor, armed with a container of cereal. The little ones, whom she sits for during the day while their parents work, circle her with their palms outstretched.

Police investigating bomb threat at Riverside Regional Medical Center Sun, 1 Jun 2008 20:48:00 -0400
Police are investigating after another bomb threat was made against Riverside Regional Medical Center early Sunday night.

Best Buy testing free e-waste recycling program Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Under pressure to help dispose some of the electronic waste it helped create, Best Buy Co. is testing a free program that will offer consumers a convenient way to ensure millions of obsolescent TVs, old computers and other unwanted gadgets don't poison the nation's dumps.

Before buying annuity, examine your portfolio Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Spurred by record sales last year and the coming wave of retiring Baby Boomers, annuity providers are racing to add even more bells and whistles to the already complex investments.

June 02: Feedback from newspaper readers Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Chris, Denbigh: Thank you very much for publishing the results of the sports survey and 'fessing up to the fact that NASCAR is not as popular as baseball and football. Now I hope you will rearrange your sports pages accordingly.

June 01: Feedback from newspaper readers Sun, 1 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Editor: Today's Feedback breaks from the usual question-and-answer format to report what we learned when we asked what you wanted to see in your Sports section. Thanks to the nearly 900 of you who took part in the voluntary survey (three times as many men as women, for what that's worth).

VCU tobacco Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Secretive tobacco research contract compromises college

Corporate money is the lifeblood of colleges. It flows in the form of research contracts, endowed faculty chairs and donations that win the right to name stadiums. Nothing wrong with that.

Busch becoming some kind of monster Sun, 1 Jun 2008 22:52:00 -0400
As is the case at most NASCAR tracks, Kyle Busch heard the boos at Dover International Speedway.

Star Track: Olivia Koto Madison Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Olivia Koto Madison of the South Eastern Virginia Aquatics put on an impressive performance in the Tide Spring Challenge 2008 swim meet May 2-4 at Navy Fleet Recreation Park in Norfolk. She won two events in the 15-and-over division, the 100 backstroke in

Gators eliminate Virginia Tech in extra innings Sat, 31 May 2008 17:29:00 -0400
Mary Ratliff hit a two-run double in the ninth inning as top-seeded Florida finally broke through against player of the year Angela Tincher to beat Virginia Tech 2-0 Saturday at the Women's College World Series.

Today's radio highlights Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Virginia ousted by host Fullerton Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Virginia was eliminated Sunday from the NCAA baseball tournament, beaten 4-1 by regional host Cal State Fullerton .

Watch and learn Sat, 31 May 2008 19:27:00 -0400
Ja-Vell Bullard coasts to the state title in the 400-meter dash and leads Bethel to the 1,600-meter title.

Bethel High sprinter Austin Cuffee was focused rounding the final turn during the 400-meter dash in the Group AAA state track meet Saturday at Todd Stadium.

Today's TV highlights Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Briefs: Tides beaten in ninth Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Danny Sandoval hit a one-out, two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning off closer Bob McCrory to lift Syracuse to a 5-4 victory Sunday over the visiting Norfolk Tides in the International League. Eider Torres drove in three runs for the Tides, two on a triple, and scored the other. ... Royce Huffman homered among two hits and scored twice as Charlotte beat the visiting Richmond Braves 8-2 . Reggie Taylor homered for the R-Braves. ... Minor leaguer John Odom gave up one run in two innings Saturday in his debut for the Laredo Broncos after being famously acquired last week for 10 baseball bats.

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