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Comprehensive News Feed for Bristol, VA.

Results 1 - 20 of 883 in Bristol, VA

  1. Potent Swiss Liquor Now Available At ABC StoresRead the original story

    6 hrs ago | Http

    ... nationwide, Virginia is selling one brand of the highly concentrated liquor in its state-owned stores. Both of Bristol's Alcoholic Beverage Control stores now sell Kubler, a Swiss absinthe priced at nearly $60 per liter bottle, said Philip ...

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  2. No politics in public housing?Read the original story

    17 hrs ago | Thudfactor

    Obama solicitors canvassing public housing in my home town of Bristol, Virginia were kicked out of the housing complex.

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  3. Nick Hill Affected By Army Athlete RuleRead the original story

    Yesterday | Http

    ... serve two years of active duty before he can apply for a release. Hill did not immediately return phone calls to the Bristol Herald Courier on Thursday afternoon. In 2005, the Department of Defense unveiled the Alternative Service Option. The rule ...

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  4. Shoppers And Stores Gear Up For Tax HolidayRead the original story

    Yesterday | Http

    ... both states begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Aug. 1, and ends on Sunday, Aug. 3 at 11:59 p.m. Lee and Teresa Thomas, of Bristol, Tenn., were running errands on Thursday when they were asked about the upcoming tax holiday. They have three children, two ...

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    Related Topix: Life, Holidays, Lughnasadh, Bristol, TN

  5. Commuters deal with traffic jam on 220 after truck accidentRead the original story

    Thursday | WSLS

    ... about where they needed to be. "Just trying to get to Vinton," same James Arrington. "Going from Martinsville to Bristol, Virginia," said another commuter. And when they did start moving, it was more like crawling through detours on Naff Road and ...

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  6. Universal Fibers Releases 'Stewardship Through Innovation' Video on YouTubeRead the original story

    Thursday | PR Newswire

    Company notes importance of video with growing YouTube popularity BRISTOL, Va., July 24 /PRNewswire/ -- The story of Universal Fibers' commitment to the environment and the industry is now just a click away.

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  7. Alcatel-Lucent showcases leadership at FTTH Council Asia's Annual Conference & ExhibitionRead the original story

    Thursday | WebWire

    ... solution. Alcatel-Lucent's GPON has also been selected by utility companies (a.o. NRGi Fibernet, Jonkoping Energi, Bristol Virginia Utilities), municipalities (a.o. Arvidsjaur, Tidaholm [Sweden]), and regions such as Asturias (Spain). ...

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    Related Topix: World News, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Marketing, Telecom, France Telecom, Alcatel

  8. Chicago's FinestRead the original story

    Thursday | Beacon News

    ... between Ogden Ave. and 31st St., Brookfield. Metra Zoo Stop is Hollywood. (708) 485-2200. www.BrookfieldZoo.org. Bristol Renaissance Faire: The Faire opens their 21st summer on July 5, running weekends through Labor Day, rain or shine. Something for ...

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  9. No Politicking Allowed In Bristol, Va., Housing ComplexRead the original story

    Wednesday | Http

    Door-to-door politics is off limits at public housing on the Virginia side of Bristol.

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    Related Topix: US Politics, US News, Barack Obama, 2008 Presidential Election

  10. Sending Money Back To Commonwealth Irks Local GovernmentsRead the original story

    Wednesday | TriCities.com

    ... said, adding that any cuts hurt when the price of fuel for sheriff's cruisers and school buses continues to climb. Bristol Virginia officials expect to receive more than $15.6 million from the state in fiscal 2008-09, while the city school system ...

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  11. Say, Is That The Steele Creek Choo-ChooRead the original story

    Wednesday | Http

    When city leaders decided last year to restore the Bristol Express, Dan Long of the Leisure Services staff, was anxious to get on board.

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    Related Topix: Bristol, TN

  12. Suo Cable Net Selects Alcatel-Lucent for First Commercial GPON Deployment in JapanRead the original story

    Tuesday Jul 22 | Customer Interaction Solutions

    ... solution. Alcatel-Lucent's GPON has also been selected by utility companies (a.o. NRGi Fibernet, Jonkoping Energi, Bristol Virginia Utilities), municipalities (a.o. Arvidsjaur, Tidaholm [Sweden]), and regions such as Asturias (Spain). About Suo ...

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    Related Topix: World News, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Telecom, Alcatel

  13. Bristol Virginia Council Takes No Action On Dental IncreaseRead the original story

    Tuesday Jul 22 | TriCities.com

    ... Current city regulations are "complicated and convoluted," Dennison said. The plan closely mirrors guidelines in Bristol, Tenn., where the Twin City's existing cab services are all based, Dennison said. The revised plan and fee schedule must undergo ...

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  14. Man Survives Collision With Tractor-TrailerRead the original story

    Tuesday Jul 22 | Http

    A 19-year-old Whitetop, Va., man was flown by medical helicopter to Bristol Regional Medical Center on Monday after slamming his vehicle into the back of a tractor-trailer on Interstate 81.

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  15. Plan For Veteran's Service Office RejectedRead the original story

    Monday Jul 21 | Http

    A plan to open a county veterans services office here was rejected on Monday by Sullivan County commissioners because the move would cut money given to similar offices in Kingsport and Bristol, Va.

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    Related Topix: Life, Veteran Affairs, Johnson City Metro

  16. Man Faces Attempted Murder, Gun Charges After Police ChaseRead the original story

    Monday Jul 21 | Http

    ... Huggins, 24, of Abingdon, Va., pointed the pistol at the restaurant manager, according to a news release from the Bristol Virginia Police Department. Police got the call at about 4:15 p.m. Police said they believe Huggins was a disgruntled employee ...

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    Related Topix: Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management, Abingdon, VA

  17. Bristol Planning Commission To Re-examine I-81 Sign OrdinanceRead the original story

    Monday Jul 21 | Http

    ... interfered with the existing state signs, the proposed sign would have been in the VDOT-controlled intersection. Bristol's request was based on a Wytheville, Va., sign program but failed because it didn't conform to existing guidelines, VDOT ...

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    Related Topix: Wytheville, VA

  18. Aspen Optics Speeds Up Channel Expansion To Realize FTEH (Fiber...Read the original story

    Monday Jul 21 | Fiber Optics Online

    ... ia, Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant, Lafayette Utilities System, Jackson Energy Authority, Pulaski Electric System, Bristol Virginia Utilities in the USA, are some of the forerunners in the utilities sectors supporting FTTH. SOURCE: Aspen Optics

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  19. Macado's Restaurant Construction In ProgressRead the original story

    Sunday Jul 20 | Http

    ... After they tore down the building, I've not seen any activity for a while. What's going on there? Cpl. Doug Cooper Bristol Virginia Police Department The restaurant is Macado's, which is still in the works. Karl Cooler, Bristol, Tenn., code ...

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  20. Youth Softball: Washington County Wins On SaturdayRead the original story

    Sunday Jul 20 | Http

    BY TIM HAYES Bristol Herald Courier BRISTOL, Va . - Washington County manager Joey Blevins had one little concern before his team's state tournament opener on Saturday afternoon.

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