WDBJ 7 news at 11 for 04/08/00

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Coming up on News 7-
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An update on the suspects involved in this week's Wythe County standoff.
A Marine Captain is convicted for his role in the heatstroke death of a reservist.
And, Animal Rights Activist from around the region converge on Virginia Tech.
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[ANCHOR=Teresa]

Stay with us, News 7 is next.

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[Fugitives]

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Good evening I'm Teresa Hamilton.
One of the suspects in this week's tense standoff in Wythe County is now behind bars. [TAKE PINNICAL]
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Angela Tanner was released from the hospital and is now being held at the New River Valley Regional Jail in Dublin.
Dennis Lewis is still under observation at an area hospital.
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Both had apparently consumed large amounts of Valium during the standoff.
The pair surrendered Thursday night following a crime spree that started earlier this week in Tennessee and ended in Wythe County.
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[Shooting]

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A robbery suspect was shot and killed early this morning by a Halifax County Sheriff's deputy.
Authorities say 36 year old Steven M. Shelton of Lenoir, North Carolina robbed a home on Cherry Hill Church road around 6-30.
He fled the scene but later returned and allegedly pulled a knife on Sergeant Todd Moser.
According to investigators-- the two got into a scuffle and Sergeant Moser shot Shelton once in the chest.
Shelton was shot a second time after investigators say he got into the deputy's car and dragged Sergeant Moser approximately 50- feet.
Shelton died at the scene.

[Regional-Jail]

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After four years and 29 million dollars, central Virginia finally has a new regional jail all its own.
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Officials from across the area helped dedicate the new Blue Ridge Regional Jail in Lynchburg yesterday.
The 175- thousand square foot facility can hold more than 400 inmates.. they'll start moving in later this month.

The public was able to tour the jail today.
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[Toss back to anchor][Death-Penalty]

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Virginia Beach televangelist Pat Robertson says he would support a moratorium on the death penalty.
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Robertson says the death penalty has been shown to discriminate against minorities and the poor.
He also points out that people have been wrongly convicted of capital crimes.
Robertson was one of Governor Jim Gilmore's biggest campaign contributors.
Gilmore has declined to seek a moratorium on executions in Virginia.
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The A-C-L-U will release a report this weekend alleging injustices in Virginia death penalty cases.
But it does NOT claim any innocent people have been put to death.

[Marine]

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A sentencing hearing will continue tomorrow for a Marine captain convicted in the heatstroke death of a reservist.
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A court-martial at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, today found Captain Victor (Uh-rah-nuh) Arana guilty.
(Uh-rah-Nuh) Arana was charged in the death of Lance Corporal Giuseppe (Leht-oh).... who died after a grueling July seventh hike.
(Uh-rah-nuh) Arana faces up to nine months in prison and dismissal from the Marines.
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[Cuban-Boy]

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Elian Gonzalez's father has agreed to the government's request that he meet with psychiatric experts tomorrow.
They'll be discussing ways to ease the eventual transfer of custody of Elian.
Lee Cowan has more.
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Despite assurances from the Justice Department that Juan Miguel Gonzales would be reunited with his son in a matter of days he spent his first weekend on U-S soil looking pensive and lonely.

A strange new world has arrived at his temporary doorstep some bringing gifts, others bringing demands.

It was those he apparently didnt want to see slipping out of the house moments before the two fisherman who pulled Elian out of the ocean arrived in the latest effort to change a fathers mind.

SOT/ DONATO DALRYMPLE
I want to say here until I at least can see that man and look into his face in a humble way, If I have to get on my knees I will get on my knees for this man because I want to get on my knees for Elian. I love this boy.
NARR:
Juan Gonzales responded through his lawyer he will meet with the fisherman to simply to say thank you, but he will not meet with Elians Miami relatives until they do one thing:

SOT/GREGORY CRAIG, LAWYER
The first thing that has to happen is that Lazaro has to take by the hand Elian Gonzales and lead him to the father and say, here is your son.
NARR:
There were welcome visitors today. Vicki Martin came all the way from Madison Wisconsin the sister city of Elians home town.

Her mission, a voluntary one, to support Juan Miguel in his quest to recover his son.

SOT/VICKI MARTIN, VISITOR
He seems very sad, hes very sad and quiet.
NARR:
She displayed pictures she was given pictures Juan Miguel wanted the country to see a simple gesture she says aimed to help prove Juan Miguel is a loving father, and that Cuba can still offer a good home.

But she says he has reservations he will return anytime soon.

SOT/VICKI MARTIN, VISITOR
I didnt feel that hes confident that things will be resolved immediately. I think he will not be elated until hes able to embrace his son.
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That could happen sometime next week after a meeting with child psychologists. The next step in a four month international battle to re-unite a son with his father. Lee Cowan, CBS News, Washington. ))

[Transportation-Bill]

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Governor Gilmore would like to add 416- million dollars to the transportation plan already approved by the General Assembly.
The additional money would come from an existing state tax on insurance premiums.
Gilmore said his proposal, which was outlined today, would guarantee a steady stream of income to fix the state's traffic problems.
Legislators will consider the proposal on April 19-th.

[D-Day-Memorial]

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Some volunteers did a little sprucing up at the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford today.
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More than 200 trees were donated and planted this morning by the Bell Atlantic Pioneers.
The volunteer group is comprised of current Bell Atlantic employees and retirees, from the Roanoke and Lynchburg Councils.
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((DEANA STONER/BELL ATLANTIC PIONEERS: WE'RE HOPING THAT WHEN PEOPLE FIRST DRIVE INTO THE MONUMENT THAT INSTEAD OF SEEING A BACKGROUND OF FACTORIES AND SCHOOLS THEY'LL HAVE SOME NICE SCENERY. THESE TREE WILL BLOOM, THEIR DOG WOOD, RED WOOD AND RED MAPLE))
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20 volunteers helped out today-- creating a scenic view for visitors who will one day visit the memorial.
The memorial is scheduled to open next year.
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Still ahead on News 7, police are searching for a stolen truck filled with expensive furniture. Find out what happened.

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And see how animal rights activists are trying to protect pets in our area from neglect, abuse, and abandonment. The story after the break.
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[Trailer-Theft]

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The Henry County Sheriff's office is searching for a stolen trailer filled with expensive furniture.
The trailer is described as white with Pulaski Furniture written in green letters on the side.
Officials believe someone forced a security fence open sometime Thursday night or early Friday morning and drove off.
The truck reportedly contained furniture products likes clocks, curios, and consoles valued between 75 and 100 thousand dollars.
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[take full screen pinnacle] If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of the trailer you can call the Henry County Sheriff's Office at 540-638-8751.

[Census-Return]

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Virginia has one of the top return rates for census forms in the country.
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So far, 63 percent of the forms have been returned.
That's four percent higher than the national average.
Officials say states with poor response rates could be hurt financially if their populations are undercounted.
The federal government uses census figures to allocate federal funds.
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[Animal-Welfare]

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Dozens of animal rights activists gathered this afternoon in Blacksburg.
They were taking part in an expo aimed at protecting animals.
As Joy Sutton reports, this is the first time an event like this has been held in Southwest Virginia.
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Man's best friend -- is one of several animals facing overpopulation, abuse, neglect, and abandonment.
These were among the issues animal rights activists were talking about at the Animal Welfare Expo at Virginia Tech.

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((BOB CHRISTIANSEN/NATIONAL ANIMAL RIGHTS ACTIVIST: THE PET OVERPOPULATION IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM. IN THE SENSE THAT 6 MILLION DOGS AND CATS LOSE THEIR LIVES EVERY YEAR. IT'S A SHAME BECAUSE MANY OF THESE PROBLEMS CAN BE EASILY SOLVED))
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((TERESA DOCKERY/VA FED. OF HUMANE SOCIETY: MY MESSAGE IN PARTICULAR IS WITH STRENGTHENING SHELTER POLICIES, LOCAL ORDINANCES AND STATE LAWS IN ORDER TO REDUCE CRUELTY, NEGLECT AND THE OVER POPULATION PROBLEM))
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Expo participants hope this event will bring animal welfare issues to the forefront -- by creating a working relationship between various animal groups and the community.
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((KATHY DAVIEDS/VA. PARTNERSHIP FOR ANIMAL WELFARE SUPPORT: WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE HAPPEN FROM THIS IS TO GENERATE A DIALOGUE IN THE COMMUNITY, INCREASE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF ANIMAL WELFARE ISSUES, ACTIVATE, MOTIVATE PEOPLE TO BECOME INVOLVED IN WELFARE PROGRAMS IN THE REGION))
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Many groups took this opportunity to highlight their programs and products.
Like this talking pet tag -- a product from Lost Paws -- an organization that searches for lost pets all over the country.
And this break-away safety collar designed by Chinook and Company -- designed to prevent strangulation.
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((JOY SUTTON/REPORTING: THE FRANKLIN CO. HUMANE SOCIETY IS JUST ONE THE ORGANIZATION WITH A BOOTH AT THE EXPO. THE SOCIETY IS OPENING A PLANNED PET HOOD CLINIC, A LOW COST SPAY/NEUTER FACILITY OPENING THIS JUNE IN BOONES MILL. IT WILL BE THE FIRST OF ITS KIND IN SW, VIRGINIA))
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And when it comes to animals -- many animal lovers say their pets are precious. They not only bring enjoyment into their lives but companionship as well.
Joy Sutton, News 7, Blacksburg.))

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If you're looking for a picnic spot with a spectacular view --
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Coming up...we'll take you to Apple Orchard Falls where the scenery along the trail has been described as nothing short of breathtaking.
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[Apple-Orchard-Falls]

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It's that time of year-- when hiking enthusiasts pull out their maps and lace up their boots.
In this week's "Time Off", Kimberly McBroom leads us along one trail that hikers may want to include in their upcoming weekend plans.
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((PAT EGAN/DISTRICT RANGER: THIS TRAIL CAN REALLY BE A HIKE FOR ANYONE TO TAKE BECAUSE YOU CAN COME IN AT THE TRAIL HEAD WHERE WE CAME IN, WHICH IS CALLED THE APPLE TREE ROAD. AND IT'S THREE- QUARTER MILES UP TO THE FALLS AND BACK AND IT'S A LITTLE BIT STEEP, BUT IF YOU TAKE YOUR TIME, JUST ABOUT ANYBODY CAN DO THAT.))
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The three-quarter- mile hike is uphill and rocky....but there's a big reward at the finish line.
The Apple Orchard Falls are breathtaking, providing the perfect spot for an early spring picnic.
It's usually about 10 degrees cooler than in the city, which also makes it a refreshing destination during the heat of summer.
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((KIMBERLY MCBROOM/NEWS 7: ALL OF THE RECENT RAINS HAVE MADE THE FALLS MUCH MORE MAJESTIC THAN THEY WERE LAST YEAR, WHEN SEVERE DROUGHT REDUCED THE CASCADING WATER TO ALMOST A TRICKLE.))
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Weather can make or break the scenery along the trail, too.
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((PAT EGAN/DISTRICT RANGER: TWO YEARS AGO, WE HAD A REALLY SEVERE ICE STORM UP IN THIS AREA AND ONE OF THE CASUALTIES WAS THIS BRIDGE WE'RE STANDING ON HERE. THAT BIG OLD WHITE OAK OVER THERE CAME DOWN AND FELL RIGHT ON TOP OF THIS BRIDGE AND CRUSHED IT RIGHT IN HALF, AND WE HAD TO RE- BUILD IT.))
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But nature has a way of restoring itself.
The remoteness of the area offers a place for wildflowers to grow freely along the trail.
And it's a regular hang-out for bird watchers, who come up here to observe a variety of migratory songbirds.
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((MICHAEL DONAHUE/BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN: THERE ARE TIMES YOU CAN COME UP IN THE EARLY SPRING OR FIRST OF MAY AND YOU CAN GET AS MANY AS OVER 25 SPECIES OF WARBIRDS, NOT TO MENTION THE OTHER VIREOS, THRUSHES, NIGHT JARS, AND OTHER SPECIES.))
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Camping is allowed along the trail, as long as you clean up your mess when you leave.
Even if you're just visiting for the day, forestry officials say it's best to bring along a backpack.
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((PAT EGAN/DISTRICT RANGER: ALWAYS YOU SHOULD CARRY WATER WITH YOU, ESPECIALLY IF IT'S HOT AND A FIRST- AID KIT IS A GOOD IDEA AND JUST A FEW LITTLE EXTRA SUPPLIES IN CASE YOU TRIP ON THE ROCKS OR SOMETHING.))
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It's easy to forget to watch your step, when the view is so spectacular.
Kimberly McBroom, News 7, Botetourt County.))

[Clean-Valley]

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Throughout the Roanoke Valley -- volunteers were out in full force picking-up trash.
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It was all part of Clean Valley Day -- an annual event where groups adopt a specific site to clean for a day.
The Roanoke Chapter of the Float Fisherman of Virginia was among the groups taking part.
Members were collecting trash along the Roanoke River in Salem.
The men say they picked this area because its a jewel they want to protect.
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((MIKE ROBERTSON/FLOAT FISHERMAN OF VA: IT'S A PRETTY RIVER, THE WATER IS CLEAN, THIS IS A REAL TREASURE, THE WATER IS CLEAN ENOUGH TO SUPPORT THE TROUT POPULATION, SOME CANOEING. A LOT OF PEOPLE DON'T HAVE WHAT WE HAVE RIGHT HERE))
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The volunteers were provided with trash bags, and latex gloves by the Clean Valley Council to help with their clean-up effort.
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The Roanoke Express season ended tonight at the Roundhouse Johnstown scoring its third shutout in the playoff series with the 4 to 1 win.
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As the Express entered the Ice they trailed the Chiefs 2 games to 1.
Early in the first period Duane Harmer passes cross the ice to Ben Schust but Frederic Deschenes is up the task with the glove save.
Roanoke would continue to apply pressure Dion Del Monte passes to Travis Smith but again Deschenes comes up with the big save.
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The Chiefs break the ice when Derrick Walser gets it to Chris Porter who puts the backhand pass in the net for the 1 to nothing lead and Johnstown wins it 4 to 1.
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[S-Masters]

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After struggling for two days, Tiger Woods made a move that has put him back in contention for a second Green Jacket.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Augusta, GA/CBS SPORTS; :]

Tiger started the day 9 shots behind the leader David Duval. Tiger was even par through 11 holes. He put together 4 straight birdies and was at 2 under par for most of the back nine.
Woods would par the 18-th hole finishing the round with a 68 for a total of 215 one under par.
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((TIGER WOODS/SHOT 68: IT'S NICE OF THE PEOPLE THE COMMITTEE HERE THE LEADERBOARD COMMITTEE TO PUT MY NAME UP THERE ON THE BOARD AS I WAS MAKING THAT RUN. IT WAS NICE OF THEM BUT I JUST FELT THAT TODAY IF I COULD GET MY NAME UP THERE ON THE BOARD UNDER PAR OR EVEN PAR I WOULD BE IN GREAT POSITION.))
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Vijay Singh didn't finish his round because of the winds today. He's at 7 under through 14. David Duval is second at 4 under after 14.

[S-Mast]

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Rick Mast will not be in the field tomorrow when they drop the flag to start the Goody's 500 at the Martinsville Speedway.
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Mast was 42-nd fastest during first round qualifying yesterday and despite borrowing an engine from Richard Childress and Mike Skinner but failed to make thte field.
It's the second race he's missed this year and the first ever at Martinsville.
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Only six cars went out today in second round qualifying. John Andretti will start in the 26-th position and here is a look at the final 18 starting positions. [MOTION]
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[SUPER=0107-31. Matt Kenseth//32. Kenny Irwin//33. Mike Bliss//34. Michael Waltrip//35. Scott Pruett//;]
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[SUPER=0107-36. Darrell Waltrip//37. Tony Stewart//38. Chad Little//39. Kevin Lepage//40. Jimmy Spencer//;]
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[SUPER=0107-41. Elliott Sadler//42. Robby Gordon//43. Gary Bradberry//;]
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[S-Race]

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Racing fans will have to wait a couple more days to see the NAPA 250 truck race at the Martinsville Speedway.
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[VO-NAT]
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Heavy rains hit the track today forcing the postponement of the race until Monday.
The Green Flag will drop at 11 in the morning for the 250 lap Craftsman Truck Series race.
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[S-Busch]

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The final Busch race was run at the track in Nashville and when the checkered flag drop Randy Lajoie was the winner.
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[SUPER=03-Nashville, TN/TNN SPORTS; :]

Lajoie had just over a second lead on the field with 3 laps to go and he would hold on winning the Bell-South Mobility 320 for his first Busch win of the season.
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((RANDY LAJOIE/BELL-SOUTH MOBILITY 320 WINNER: HEY IT WAS A GOOD SAFE RACE. I WANT TO SAY HIGH TO MY FAMILY BACK HOME. MAN WE'RE GOING HOME I GOT MYSELF A GUITAR. THIS IS PERFECT THIS IS A GREAT TROPHY LAST RACE HERE MAN THIS IS AWESOME.))
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Mike McLaughlin was second, Ron Hornaday third, Kevin Harvick fourth and Ricky Hendrick fifth.

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The Baltimore Orioles scored a run in the bottom of the 10-th to beat Detroit today 2 to 1.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Baltimore, MD/FOX SPORTS; :]

Cal Ripken had the day off.
The Tigers would take the lead in the fourth when Rob Frick singles to left field scoring Dean Palmer to make it 1 to nothing.
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Then in the tenth Delino DeShields belts this single to the opposite field scoring a run and the Orioles pull out the 2 to 1 win in 10 inings.
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[S-Scores]

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[VO-NAT]
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Mark McGwire hit his first homer of the season today. The homer off Jim Bruske leading off the sixth went an estimated 424 feet into the right centerfield bleachers.
The Cardinals beat the Brewers 10 to 8 and here are the rest of tonight's baseball scores.
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The Roanoke College softball team is ranked ninth in the country in the latest Division Three polls.
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Remarkable considering this is the Lady Maroons fourth year of competition. Roanoke is 27 and 2 on the season and catapulted from 18-th to ninth because of 12 straight wins. The Lady Maroons draw from a wealth of area talent. Former Glenver star Amy Layman is 9 and 1 with a point 76 E-R-A. Kari Whitney hails from Cave Spring and is batting 576.
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The basketball madness continues in Roanoke this weekend as teams from all over the state are in the Valley for an AAU Tournament.
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The Roanoke Hawks played Norfolk this afternoon in second round action. The pair helped make up the field of 16 in the 13 and under division.
The action continues in the double elimination tournament tomorrow morning. The final four for the 13 year old's starts at 10:30 at Patrick Henry High School.
16 more teams are vying for the 12 and under title. Their final four is tomorrow morning at 10:30 at Lord Botetourt High School.
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