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Virginia is in the process of adopting 26 pages of new regulations for health clinics that perform first-term abortions. The General Assembly in a bill that I voted against mandated the regulations be issued without public comment as emergency regulations to become effective January 1, 2012. Currently the 22 clinics that are now regulated as…
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Less than a week after getting released by the San Francisco 49ers, Bridgewater College All-American wide receiver Tyler Beiler landed across the country on the practice squad for the Jacksonville Jaguars. Beiler was one of seven players signed to head coach Jack Del Rio’s practice squad after the team made the final cut to 53…
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In the decade-long debate on funding transportation improvements, many simple solutions have been offered. Endless demands for auditing the Department of Transportation resulted in about a dozen audits, none of which alleged waste, fraud, or abuse. No new funds were identified. One audit suggested that reserves on projects could be reduced, freeing up money to…
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Register now for art classes by calling the Staunton Augusta Art Center at 540.885.2028 Classes will be held in the Smith Center at 20 S. New Street, Staunton. Teachers provide gentle, individualized guidance. Improving Skills and Techniques in Watercolor For adults with some experience in water media Peg Sheridan, teacher Learn to create more powerful…
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After spending nearly three decades in prison for a murder he didn’t commit, Dewey Bozella is not focusing on the past, but rather looking toward the future. The recipient of the Arthur Ashe Courage Award at the 2011 ESPYs will speak on triumphing over adversity on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. in Cole Hall…
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“Does it smell stale in here?” Hmm…I hadn’t noticed anything. That might not be good, the smell could be me. “I hadn’t noticed anything yet. We can Frebreeze the crap out of the room?” “No, I think it’s just all the laundry that’s built up.” And thus, Tuesday became laundry day. I’ve never been scared…
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A comprehensive energy audit funded in part by a grant from the Jessie Ball duPont Fund will further Bridgewater College’s ongoing mission to achieve environmental sustainability. The audit, which is scheduled to begin in October, will evaluate energy and utility consumption in every structure on campus and prioritize energy uses. Armed with a comprehensive picture…
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Troubling economic times and what they mean to Americans is the focus of a summit and public forum Sept. 20 in Cole Hall at Bridgewater College. “An Uncertain Economy: What it Means for the Country, Colleges and You” begins at 7 p.m. and features noted educators and economists presenting their views on employment, inflation, taxes,…
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James Madison men’s basketball head coach Matt Brady announced Tuesday that incoming forward Gene Swindle, a transfer from Virginia Tech, has been cleared by the NCAA to compete immediately for the Dukes during the 2011-12 season. “We’re absolutely delighted that Gene was granted immediate eligibility by the NCAA and we’re eager to welcome him to…
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A lifelong educator, businessman and fund-raising professional has been hired by Bridgewater College to lead its office of institutional advancement. Bruce D. Smith Jr., of West Chester, Pa., assumed his duties as vice president of institutional advancement at Bridgewater on Aug. 23. “I am confident that Bruce will bring to the college what we need…
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