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A View from the Cheap SeatsFriday, September 5, 2008 Father receives support in quest to have son freed WINCHESTER — After years of fighting his son's murder conviction alone, Franklin Washington may now have allies. Friday, September 5, 2008 Murder suspect may still be in area BERRYVILLE — Authorities still haven't had any luck tracking down the main suspect in July's double shooting in White Post, which left one man dead and another wounded. Friday, September 5, 2008 Owners protest quarry growth WINCHESTER — The group that owns Belle Grove Plantation claims an expansion of a nearby limestone quarry would damage the site. Friday, September 5, 2008 Man accused of May bank robbery receives trial date WINCHESTER — A Frederick County man accused of robbing a bank at gunpoint in May will stand trial next month on charges related to the case, a judge ruled Thursday.
Friday, September 5, 2008 Railroad continues corridor project push BERRYVILLE — Norfolk Southern Corp. officials continue to try and move forward on a corridor project they hope will alleviate truck traffic along a nearby highway. Thursday, September 4, 2008
WINCHESTER — Developer Dave Ervin's vision for an "industrial condominium" on the south end of Winchester that could support office, manufacturing and warehousing operations is becoming a reality. Thursday, September 4, 2008 Planners put hold on new cell tower WINCHESTER — A cellular telephone tower proposed for Frederick County ran into opposition Wednesday night. Thursday, September 4, 2008 Ozone expected to hit unhealthy levels WINCHESTER — While summer is coming to an end, ozone is expected to reach a level that is unhealthy for sensitive groups today. The Valley AIRNow Air Quality Outreach Program expects conditions to get bad enough for Code Orange, making this an air quality action day. Thursday, September 4, 2008
WINCHESTER — Developer Dave Ervin's vision for an "industrial condominium" on the south end of Winchester that could support office, manufacturing and warehousing operations is becoming a reality. Wednesday, September 3, 2008
WINCHESTER — The report from one of his subordinates couldn't be right. A two-star general in his ranks? Wednesday, September 3, 2008 Frederick schools superintendent offered contract renewal WINCHESTER — The Frederick County School Board ended Superintendent Patricia Taylor's four-year contract at its halfway point — then promptly gave her a new one. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 Amendment to hit waterfowl feeders with higher fines WINCHESTER — Feeding waterfowl could be costly for residents now that the City Council's finance and administration committee has approved amendments to an ordinance banning it. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 Winchester-Frederick panel agrees to plan to help cut Chesapeake Bay pollution WINCHESTER — Frederick-Winchester Service Authority members approved an agreement last week that will further help its facilities reduce the amount of nutrients being discharged into the Chesapeake Bay. Tuesday, September 2, 2008 Frederick County Board of Supervisors makes financial disclosures WINCHESTER — The Frederick County Board of Supervisors have filed their statements of economic interests as required by state law. Saturday, August 30, 2008
MIDDLETOWN — Nearly three years, a few delays and an archaeological study later, students and staff at Lord Fairfax Community College can finally open the doors to the school's new Science and Health Professions building. Saturday, August 30, 2008 Medical center gets panel's OK to expand WINCHESTER — An expansion of Winchester Medical Center moved forward this week, but the hospital's request for bigger signs may not fare as well. Saturday, August 30, 2008 City schools rally for year WINCHESTER — City Public Schools Superintendent Dennis W. Kellison usually saves his closing remarks at the school system's annual convocations to talk about the anticipation of the upcoming school year, and the challenges that lie ahead. Friday, August 29, 2008 Suit targets court reporter of 1995 murder trial WINCHESTER — A Winchester Circuit Court reporter altered transcripts from Jeffrey Washington's 1995 murder trial, according to a lawsuit filed recently by the man's father. Friday, August 29, 2008
WINCHESTER — The report from one of his subordinates couldn't be right. A two-star general in his ranks? Thursday, August 28, 2008 Districts differ in selecting first day Forget Kings Dominion. The Shenandoah County Fair reigns when it comes to the decision about starting school before or after Labor Day. Thursday, August 28, 2008
WINCHESTER — Summer vacation officially ended Wednesday morning for thousands of Frederick County Public Schools pupils as they headed back to class for the start of the 2008-09 year. Thursday, August 28, 2008 Planners continue discussions on north end rezoning project STEPHENS CITY — Town planners continued discussions Tuesday on revised proffers for a proposed rezoning in Stephens City's north end that could yield a mix of industrial, commercial and residential uses. Thursday, August 28, 2008 Pharmacy might get a second chance WINCHESTER — If the city's second Walgreens has another chance, it won't come from the council. Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Ex-inmate says jail violated his civil rights WINCHESTER — A man in federal prison for providing unqualified bomb-sniffing dogs to the U.S. government claims regional jail officials violated his civil rights this spring. Tuesday, August 26, 2008 Officials touch on truck ban pitfalls WINCHESTER — Ban trucks from one road and drivers find a way around — often adding traffic to other streets — state and Frederick County officials warned Monday. Saturday, August 23, 2008 Home invasion case set for jury trial WINCHESTER — More than two years will pass after a home invasion and sexual assault in Stephens City before a Chesterfield man will stand trial in January on charges related to the incident. Saturday, August 23, 2008 Frederick planners back waiver for access road width WINCHESTER — A divided Frederick County Planning Commission backed a landowner's request she said would let her give about 100 acres of property to her family. Friday, August 22, 2008 Frederick County group looks at density controls WINCHESTER — Curbing growth in Frederick County's rural areas could face an uphill climb — especially given that they make up 89 percent of the locality. Thursday, August 21, 2008 Recent neglect cases spark Shenandoah equine rescue startup WINCHESTER — Recent cases of horse neglect in Frederick County have spurred a number of enthusiasts to form a rescue group. Thursday, August 21, 2008 Officials projecting elementary school to open in Aug. '09 WINCHESTER — Mere walls do not make a school — but they do help. Wednesday, August 20, 2008
BOYCE — Fire destroyed a Clarke County house on Tuesday and left a family homeless. Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Murder suspect indicted BERRYVILLE — A Clarke County Circuit Court grand jury has indicted a man accused of killing another person in White Post in July. Tuesday, August 19, 2008 Rising fuel costs, budget cuts could affect city schools WINCHESTER — Don't expect city schools to cut the week to four days to save gas. Monday, August 18, 2008 Man faces child porn charges WINCHESTER — A city man is accused of numerous counts of possession child pornography, according to indictments handed down by a Frederick County Circuit Court grand jury. Monday, August 18, 2008 Shooting suspect still at large after month-long hunt BERRYVILLE — Authorities still have not been able to track down the main suspect in last month's double shooting in White Post, which left one man dead and another seriously wounded. Saturday, August 16, 2008 Walgreens denied over endorsements WINCHESTER — The city may not see its second Walgreens despite its endorsement by two influential panels. Friday, August 15, 2008 Replacement of city water mains to begin next month WINCHESTER — A $6.5 million overhaul of the city's water mains — and a year of road closings — starts next month. Friday, August 15, 2008 No plea agreement reached for ex-Millbrook teacher WINCHESTER — An attorney for a former Millbrook High School teacher, arrested in West Virginia in November for allegedly having a sexual relationship with a female student, had been working since June to complete a plea deal in the case. Friday, August 15, 2008 Teen charged with attempted robbery WINCHESTER — A juvenile is facing charges after an attempted robbery at an automated teller machine late Wednesday night. According to Winchester police Capt. Kelly Rice, a woman was in her car, attempting to use the ATM at BB&T Bank on Berryville Avenue at around 11 p.m., when three males approached the car. One of the males approached her "with a ski mask on" and demanded money, Rice said. Thursday, August 14, 2008 Winchester officials agree on police pay plan WINCHESTER — After several months of heavy debate, city officials have finally agreed on a new pay plan they feel will help boost police salaries enough to compete with those in surrounding localities. Thursday, August 14, 2008 Board denies urban development area expansion WINCHESTER — A new land-use plan would help control growth in part of Frederick County near U.S. 277 and Stephens City, the Board of Supervisors said Wednesday. Thursday, August 14, 2008 May Sonic illnesses caused by a 'prank' WINCHESTER — Authorities have determined that a prank initiated a foul odor that caused several employees at a local Sonic Drive-In to become sick in May. Thursday, August 14, 2008 Public hearing set on voucher program WINCHESTER — The city's Community Development Committee will hold a public hearing next week on proposed changes to waiting-list management changes to the Housing Choice voucher program. The public hearing, scheduled for 8 a.m. on Aug. 21 at 107-C N. East Lane, will allow residents to discuss proposed changes that would give priority to applicants who are working or homeless. Thursday, August 14, 2008 Middletown council OKs subdivision plan MIDDLETOWN — The Town Council on Monday night finally approved an implementation plan for a recently approved subdivision, but not all members of the panel supported the decision. |
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