WDBJ 7 morning news for 10/01/01

[WTC-Congress]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]

[NEWSCAST=Mornin]
[WRITER=kmc]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=News 7 Mornin']

Good Morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom.
Today, more than 100 members of Congress will walk through the charred remains of the World Trade Center.
House Minority leader Dick Gephardt says the lawmakers will tour the site, in an effort to understand the immensity of the loss.
They'll meet with New York Governor George Pataki and Mayor Rudy Giuliani to discuss problems recovery crews are facing, and to figure out how much money needs to be spent for recovery.

[Attack-Latest]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Mornin]
[WRITER=kmc]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=War on Terrorism]

The Taliban is saying for the first time that Osama bin Laden is still in Afghanistan, and is being kept in a secret location.
Meanwhile, opposition forces fighting the Taliban rulers claim hundreds of Taliban soldiers have defected.
The opposition, called the Northern Alliance, also says it's made territorial gains in Afghanistan's northern mountains.
Back in the U-S, Attorney General John Ashcroft says Americans can't let down their guard.
Ashcroft says since there's little alternative left besides military action, there is a very serious threat of additional terrorist attacks.
Jennifer Miller is in Washington D-C this morning, and has the latest.
[LIVE=NEWSPATH/FULL]
[SUPER=141-Jennifer Miller/Reporting;]
[SUPER=145-Washington, DC;]

((ROLLCUE:...))
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[SOT]
[IN Q=]
[SUPER=141-John Ashcroft/U.S. Attorney General;]
[SUPER=141-Michael Sailor/Univ. of California Scientist;]
[SUPER=141-William Cohen/Former Defense Secretary;]
[RUNS=:00]
[OUT Q=planning more attacks.]
((Facing a massive military build up and the threat of a U.S. attack, the Taliban is getting increasingly vocal... saying they have Osama Bin Laden under their control and hidden for his own safety.

SOT: Translator:
"Control meaning that we have stopped him from making any actions."
But that hasnt stopped Bin Laden from defying their request that he leave the country. Meanwhile, officials here are still warning that the threat of more attacks is very real.

SOT: John Ashcroft/U.S. Attorney General
"We think that there is a very serious threat of additional problems now and frankly as the U.S. responds that threat may escalate."
So real in fact that researchers are working around the clock to develop an early warning system for chemical or biological attacks.

SOT: Michael Sailor/University of California San Diego-Scientist
"You don't know whats going to be thrown at you."
While America beefs up security, the global hunt for terrorists continues. So far more than 500 people have been arrested or detained, with additional arrests across Europe where officials believe there are more terrorist cells linked to Bin Laden.

SOT: William Cohen/Former Defense Secretary
I think you'll see this reach to many different countries where there have, quote, "cells" or operatives who are masterminding or planning more attacks." ))
[LIVE=NEWSPATH/FULL]
[SUPER=145-Washington, DC;]

[11Abortion]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jsu]
[TAPE#=01-33 TC-1:21:03]
[GRAPHIC=Abortion]
A new Virginia law concerning abortion takes effect today. The law requires doctors to obtain informed written consent before an abortion can be performed. In addition --the woman must be provided with basic information about abortion and other alternatives 24 hours prior to the procedure.
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[VO-NAT 19.5 plus pad]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke]
In anticipation of the new law -- an official with Planned Parenthood says the clinic has counseled more than 30 women. But he says since they have not received any printed materials to hand out --there could be problems. He says women who want the written information before signing the informed consent form-- will have to put off having an abortion.
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[11Feedback, September 30]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jmc]
[TAPE#=Feedback TC-14:24]
[GRAPHIC=News 7 Feedback]
Viewers weigh in on American flags not being made in the U-S-A. And the Hokies and Hoos battle for position on the tube. Here's Assignment Editor Joe McKean with this week's Feedback.
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[SOT]
[IN Q=First Audio]
[SUPER=@File; :06]
[SUPER=03-Charlottesville/Last Saturday; :29]
[RUNS=1:15]
[OUT Q=music/animation]
(( Many of those American flags that are waving over the land of free trade come from overseas factories, bringing this comment from Hillsville (Donna Goodwin):
"What's up with THAT???? Considering all the recent airline job layoffs as well as others, you would think that US retailers would want to buy US made flags and give these folks a chance to work! C'mon America, get with it! And yes, mine is made in the USA
Another viewer (Richard Lovegrove/Roanoke) thought it was a questionable call to put last week's story on the Clemson-UVA game behind the Tech-Rutgers game in one of our newscasts.
"We're all proud of what the Tech football team has accomplished in recent years, and I realize that it is a much higher ranked team and the closest major university, but Virginia beat a ranked team in the final seconds of an exciting game. Tech ground out a slaughter of a perennial doormat. I can't comprehend the news judgment (or lack thereof) used in this decision."
Send your comments about our news judgment or issues in the news to News-7 by US mail, by fax, or by email.
Joe McKean, News-7))

[11Buchanan-Theater]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-31 TC-1:41:19]
[GRAPHIC=none]

The curtain will soon rise again at a Botetourt County landmark.
Several years and thousands of dollars later, the historic theater in Buchanan is ready to re-open.
Justin McLeod gives us a sneak preview.
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[SOT 19:52:55]
[IN Q=Nat sound of cleaning]
[SUPER=03-Buchanan; :00]
[SUPER=01-Dale Carter/Owner; :14]
[SUPER=01-Gloria Carter/Co-Owner; :31]
[SUPER=@justin1; :56]
[SUPER=01-Harry Gleason/Downtown Restoration Manager; 1:21]
[RUNS=1:37]
[OUT Q=JM, News 7, Buchanan]
((((NAT SOUND OF CLEANING))
It won't be long now before these seats are empty no more.
This 87 year old theater in downtown Buchanan is about to see the light of day again. (shot of light on seats)
[SOT 19:44:42]
[IN Q=We're just really excited]
((DALE CARTER/OWNER: WE'RE JUST REALLY EXCITED ABOUT BEING ABLE TO PUT IT BACK HOPEFULLY IN ORDER THAT PEOPLE WILL ENJOY AGAIN.))
[Runs= 05]
[OUT Q=will enjoy again]

It's a joy that ended in 1985.
A flood shut the theater down and has been closed ever since.
Dale and Gloria Carter bought the theater in April.
[SOT 19:41:40]
[IN Q=You had sixteen plus years]
((GLORIA CARTER/CO-OWNER: YOU HAD SIXTEEN PLUS YEARS OF DUST, DIRT, GRIME BUILDING UP. WE HAD LEAKS, SO YOU HAD MOLD AND MILDEW.))
[Runs= 09]
[OUT Q=mold and mildew]

The Carter's have spent more than a hundred thousand dollars restoring the historic theater.
They've had to install new wiring and plumbing.
Otherwise, the theater's items have been restored to its original condition, everything from the seats to the 1940's concession stand.
[SOT ]
[IN Q=The theater still has a long way]
((JUSTIN McLEOD/REPORTING: THE THEATER STILL HAS A LONG WAY TO GO BUT SHOULD BE UP AND RUNNING BY THE END OF THE YEAR.
WHEN ITS COMPLETED, THE THEATER WILL BE USED TO SHOW OLD AND FAMILY MOVIES AS WELL AS THEATER PRODUCTIONS AND CONCERTS.))
[Runs= 10]
[OUT Q=productions and concerts]
((NAT SOUND OF THEATER))
The public will get its first look at the newly restored theater next weekend at the town's annual fall festival.
Town officials hope the old theater will bring new life to downtown.
[SOT 19:43:20]
[IN Q=It will hopefully]
((HARRY GLEASON/DOWNTOWN RESTORATION MANAGER: IT WILL HOPEFULLY OFFER A LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIN-OFF BUSINESSES FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO STAY OPEN LATE, OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE TO COME DOWNTOWN AFTER 5 PM, OUR SIDEWALKS WILL STILL BE OPEN.))
[Runs= 15]
[OUT Q=will still be open]

Open thanks to a theater thats about to show an encore presentation.

Justin McLeod, News 7, Buchanan.))[1st-Business]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Morn]
[WRITER=ckor]
[TAPE#=NET]
[GRAPHIC=Business News]

In business news this morning, -- Personal income and personal spending are expected to have risen modestly in August. The numbers are due out later today.
Here's Barton Eckert with a look at the morning's top business stories.
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[SOT 4:07:25 CONUS]
[IN Q=]
[SUPER=01- Barton Eckert/Reporting; :00]
[RUNS=1:25]
[OUT Q=in Washington]

(( GOOD MORNING THIS MONDAY THE 1ST OF OCTOBER
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MORNING
(TAKE VO)
THE FED MEETS TOMORROW ON INTEREST RATES.
TODAY LOOK FOR REACTION TO SEPTEMBER AUTO SALES... AND THE PURCHASING MANAGERS' REPORT... ALONG WITH AUGUST PERSONAL INCOME AND SPENDING....AND CONSTRUCTION SPENDING.
ON ASIAN MARKETS OVERNIGHT .. IN TOKYO.. STOCKS UP EVEN WITH A SHARP FALL IN SHARES OF SONY.
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IF YOU RUN A SMALL BUSINESS, AND HAD SOME EMPLOYEES SHIP OUT IN THE LATEST RESERVE CALL UP.. TAKE NOTE:
A NEW LOAN CATEGORY HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE AT THE U-S SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION.
(TAKE VO)

THE IDEA IS TO LOAN MONEY TO SMALL BUSINESSES TO COVER OPERATING EXPENSES THAT "WOULD" HAVE BEEN MET.. BUT CANNOT BE BECAUSE AN ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE HAS BEEN CALLED TO ACTIVE DUTY AS A RESERVIST.
THE TOP LOAN AMOUNT IS $1 1-2 MILLION.... AT 4% FOR UP TO 30 YEARS.

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JUST OVER A YEAR AFTER OPENING THE ALADDIN MEGA-RESORT ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP, THE PARENT COMPANY OF THE STRUGGLING CASINO GOT A NEW FUNDING PACKAGE FROM CREDITORS AND FILED FOR BANKRUPTCY FRIDAY.
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MANDALAY RESORT GROUP IS WARNING THAT EARNINGS WILL FALL "SIGNIFICANTLY" FROM A YEAR EARLIER BECAUSE OF THE TOURISM SLUMP AND THEREFORE, IT'S CUTTING 4,300 JOBS.. THAT'S 15 PERCENT OF ITS WORK FORCE IN NEVADA.
MANDALAY OPERATES 11 PROPERTIES IN NEVADA.

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AND THAT'S YOUR FIRST BUSINESS CHECK ON THE MORNING'S TOP BUSINESS HAPPENINGS..
I'M BARTON ECKERT IN WASHINGTON.))

(tape tosses to stocks)
[STOCKS] [COMM]

[11Salem-Shelter]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jsu]
[TAPE#=01-39 TC-56:55]
[GRAPHIC=none]

The Salem Animal shelter has euthanized more than 300 cats and dogs over past two years. Many of these animals were adoptable, but the shelter had no where to keep them because of limited space. But that has changed.
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[VO-NAT, video in cubby]
[SUPER=03-Salem]
The Salem Animal Shelter has moved into a new facility -- with three times the space. This gives many more animals a better chance of finding new homes.
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[SOT2:12:48]
[IN Q=Our goal in this new building]
[SUPER=01-Sgt. William Bandy, Jr./Salem Animal Shelter]
((OUR GOAL IN THIS NEW BUILDING IS TO END EUTHANASIA OF ADOPTABLE ANIMALS AND I THINK WE'RE GOING TO BE ABLE TO MEET THAT GOAL.))
[RUNS=09]
[OUT Q=to meet that goal]
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[VO-NAT]

The new facility also offers other benefits --like floors and cages that can be easily disinfected. And the air can
be changed 11 times an hour ---which is important for preventing the spread of disease.

The Shelter is open seven days a week. And is constantly getting new animals available for adoption.
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[Daily-Dose]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=kor]
[TAPE#=net]
[GRAPHIC=Mornin' Health Check]

In this morning's Health Check, Steroid inhalers are often used to treat asthma. Now a new study shows that these inhalers can cause bone loss in young women.
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[VO-NAT CONUS]
[SUPER=04-File Tape]
The study is published in the September 27-th issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. It found a direct link between the amount of inhaled steroids and a decrease in bone density in pre-menopausal women.

Experts believe that such bone loss can lead to osteoporosis. But, they suggest that while inhalers are still effective in treating asthma, patients should use low doses. You can slow bone loss by increasing calcium and vitamin D in your diet. Doctors also recommend weight bearing exercises.
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(Kimberly tosses to bump)

[bump-chyron]

[comm #3]
[2Headlines]
[SUPER=#4050; HEADLINE BANNER]
[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
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[VO-NAT]
[ANCHOR=Kimberly]

Osama bin Laden is hidden away in a secret location in Afghanistan-- that's according to the Taliban.
Meanwhile, war preparations continue in the U-S, where officials warn of the possibility of more terrorist attacks.
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[Anchor=Kimberly]
[SS=none]

And financial problems will force nearly 90 residents of a Roanoke nursing home to find another place to live.
[ANCHOR=Leo]
(ad lib weather)
[ANCHOR=Steve]
(ad lib live tease)
[2-shot]
[ANCHOR=Kimberly]

Stay tuned-- News 7 Mornin is next.

[2-Attack-Update]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Mornin]
[WRITER=kmc]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=War on Terrorism]

Good Morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom.
For the first time, the Taliban says Osaka bin Laden is in Afghanistan, hidden in a secret location.
Meanwhile, the Taliban leader says Americans "don't have the courage" to attack Afghanistan.
He told Afghans not to worry about retaliation for the September 11th attacks.
But war preparations continue in the U-S.
President Bush is creating two new offices to fight terrorism-- the Office of Cyberspace Security and the Office for Combatting terrorism.
And Attorney General John Ashcroft says with military action likely, Americans should not let down their guard when it comes to the threat of more terrorist attacks.
Jennifer Miller is in Washington D-C this morning, and has the latest.
[LIVE=NEWSPATH/FULL]
[SUPER=141-Jennifer Miller/Reporting;]
[SUPER=145-Washington, DC;]

((ROLLCUE:...))
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT]
[IN Q=]
[SUPER=141-John Ashcroft/U.S. Attorney General;]
[SUPER=141-Michael Sailor/Univ. of California Scientist;]
[SUPER=141-William Cohen/Former Defense Secretary;]
[RUNS=:00]
[OUT Q=planning more attacks.]
((Facing a massive military build up and the threat of a U.S. Attack, the Taliban is getting increasingly vocal... saying they have Osama Bin Laden under their control and hidden for his own safety.

SOT: Translator:
"Control meaning that we have stopped him from making any actions."
But that hasnt stopped Bin Laden from defying their request that he leave the country. Meanwhile, officials here are still warning that the threat of more attacks is very real.

SOT: John Ashcroft/U.S. Attorney General
"We think that there is a very serious threat of additional problems now and frankly as the U.S. responds that threat may escalate."
So real in fact that researchers are working around the clock to develop an early warning system for chemical or biological attacks.

SOT: Michael Sailor/University of California San Diego-Scientist
"You don't know what's going to be thrown at you."
While America beefs up security, the global hunt for terrorists continues. So far more than 500 people have been arrested or detained, with additional arrests across Europe where officials believe there are more terrorist cells linked to Bin Laden.

SOT: William Cohen/Former Defense Secretary
I think you'll see this reach to many different countries where there have, quote, "cells" or operatives who are masterminding or planning more attacks." ))
[LIVE=NEWSPATH/FULL]
[SUPER=145-Washington, DC;]

[LA-Shooting]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Mornin]
[WRITER=kmc]
[TAPE#=net]
[GRAPHIC=Shooting]

One suspect is dead and two are still at large following a botched robbery attempt at a Los Angeles- area department store.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Los Angeles, CA;]

Police say three armed men entered a Macy's department store around five p-m yesterday.
Shortly after their pulled their guns, the store's alarms sounded.
There was brief shoot-out with police, during which one suspect was shot and killed.
Police locked down the mall in an attempt find the other suspects, but they apparently got away.
No shoppers or employees were injured.
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[11Burrell]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=rle]
[TAPE#=01-43 TC-52:56]
[GRAPHIC=none]
Nearly 90 residents of a Roanoke nursing home will have to find a new place to live. Citing financial concerns, Carilion has said it plans to close the Burrell Nursing Center and donate the facility to another agency.
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[VO-NAT :16.5]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke;]
Yesterday, community members gathered to express their disappointment with Carilion's plans. They argue the spirit of Burrell will be lost when it becomes a mental health and substance abuse center. They also say they could find other uses for the building to benefit the community.
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[SOT - 44:38]
[IN Q=There are other opportunities...]
[SUPER=07-Floyd W. Davis;]
((FLOYD W. DAVIS; THERE ARE OTHER OPPORTUNITIES THAT HAVE BEEN TAKEN AWAY FROM US, AND SOME THAT WE JUST LET GO BY. WE'RE NOT GOING TO DO THIS WITH BURRELL, WE'RE COMING TOGETHER AS YOU SAW, A UNIFIED BODY COMING TOGETHER, SAYING WE'RE NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANY LONGER. ))
[RUNS=16]
[OUT Q=not going to take this any longer.]
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[VO-NAT 7+]

Carilion says the facility will be donated to Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare until all the residents find new homes.
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[11Craft-Show]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-49 TC-26:19]
[GRAPHIC=none]

Thousands of people attended the 14th annual Craftsmen's Classic Arts and Crafts Festival this weekend. This year's event took on a patriotic flare.
(------------)
[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke]

More than 250 artists and craftsmen from all over the country attended the three day event at the Roanoke Civic Center.
Organizers expected a lower than normal turnout because of the recent terrorist attacks.
But the show saw its best crowds ever.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT :04:43]
[IN Q=One thing we have here]
((CLYDE GILMORE/ORGANIZER: ONE THING THAT THEY GOT HERE IS ITS ALL AMERICAN. THIS IS A COLLECTION OF WONDERFUL TALENTED FOLKS FROM ALL OVER THE NATION. I THINK WE HAVE 27 STATES REPRESENTED HERE, POTTERY, WOODWORKING, WEAVING, BASKETRY, ART WORK, PRINTS, JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING YOU CAN THINK OF. THERE IS SO MUCH TALENT IN THESE TWO BUILDINGS, IT JUST BLOWS YOUR MIND.))
[SUPER=01-Clyde Gilmore/Organizer]
[RUNS=22]
[OUT Q=it just blows your mind]
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[VO-NAT]

This year's arts and crafts show attracted more than twenty thousand people.
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[11Ribbon-fund]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-38 TC-1:20:31]
[GRAPHIC=America Responds]

Ribbons played a big part in this year's Craft Show
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=143-Roanoke]

The American Red Cross held a ribbon campaign to help raise money for the disaster relief fund.
Organizers set a goal to sell enough ribbons that would be able to wrap around the walls of the Civic Center.
For a donation, those attending the show got the chance to write a message on one yellow ribbon.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 2:11:02]
[IN Q=Its personal because they]
((CAROL WILSON/AMERICAN RED CROSS: ITS PERSONAL BECAUSE THEY CAN TAKE EACH RIBBON, IF THEY KNOW ANYONE THAT WAS IN THE TRAGIC DISASTER, THEY CAN WRITE THEIR NAME ON IT, THEY CAN WRITE A MESSAGE TO THE PEOPLE, THEY CAN WRITE WHATEVER THEY FEEL, THEY CAN PULL THEIR FEELINGS ON THE RIBBON.))
[SUPER=141-Carol Wilson/American Red Cross]
[RUNS=15]
[OUT Q=on the ribbon]
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[VO-NAT]
The Red Cross did indeed meet its goal-- Organizers say they had enough ribbon to wrap around the civic center-- about one and a half times. The Red Cross will now use the ribbons to make bows that will then be sent to the Pentagon and World Trade Center. By the way-- the ribbon campaign raised more than three thousand dollars.
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[Marketwatch]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Morn]
[WRITER=chr]
[TAPE#=NET]
[GRAPHIC=Business News]

In business news, Alexis Christoforous takes a look at the week ahead in this morning's Marketwatch.
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[SOT]
[IN Q=]
[SUPER=01-Alexis Christoforous/Reporting; :00]
[RUNS=1:50]
[OUT Q=your local stocks]
((WALL STREET GREETS A NEW MONTH AND A NEW QUARTER TODAY. TRADITIONALLY, OCTOBER IS A SPOOKY MONTH FOR INVESTORS, WITH THE MAJOR INDEXES POSTING LOSSES.
BUT INVESTORS ARE HOPEFUL THAT WE CAN BUILD ON LAST WEEK'S RALLY. THE FEDERAL RESERVE MAY BE OF SOME HELP FED OFFICIALS MEET TUESDAY IN WASHINGTON AND ANOTHER HALF POINT RATE CUT IS EXPECTED TO BOOST THE ECONOMY.
IT IS ALSO A PACKED WEEK ON THE ECONOMIC CALENDAR LOOK FOR REPORTS ON PERSONAL INCOME AND SPENDING, FACTORY ORDERS AND THE KEY SEPTEMBER UNEMPLOYMENT RATE .. WHICH IS EXPECTED TO REFLECT MOST OF THE LAYOFFS SPARKED BY THE SEPTEMBER 11TH TERRORIST ATTACKS.
STOCKS ENDED FRIDAY WITH A RALLY.
THE DOW SHOT UP 165 POINTS OR ABOUT 2 PERCENT.
THE NASAQ CLIMBED 37 POINTS OR 2 AND A HALF PERCENT.
INVESTORS BOUGHT COMPANIES THAT WERE HURT THE MOST FOLLOWING THE ATTACKS, INCLUDING AIRLINES, INSURANCE AND FINANCIAL COMPANIES.
STILL, IT WAS THE WORST QTR FOR THE STOCK MARKET IN 17 YEARS. THE DOW WAS DOWN 17 PERCENT, THE NASDAQ FELL ABOUT 31 PERCENT. KEEP YOUR EYE ON OIL STOCKS. Crude oil rose back above $23 a barrel after comments from the Saudi oil minister that OPEC may cut production to support prices, despite a recent decision to leave output unchanged.
MICROSOFT CO-FOUNDER BILL GATES IS STILL THE RICHEST MAN IN AMERICA. ACCORDING TO FORBES MAGAZINE BILL GATES HAS A NET WORTH OF 54 BLN DOLLARS .. DOWN FROM 63 BLN LAST YEAR. AND SUPER INVESTOR WARREN BUFFET PLACED SECOND WITH 33 BLN.
GOOD NEWS FOR HOME BUYERS: MORTGAGE RATES HAVEN'T BEEN THIS LOW IN ABOUT 3 YEARS. ACCORDING TO FREDDIE MAC, THE RATE ON A 30 YEAR FIXED RATE LOAN IS AT 6.72%.
TRACK ALL THE PRE-MARKET ACTION AT CBS.MW.COM .. AT THE NASDAQ I'M AC IN NY.))

(tape tosses to stocks)
[STOCKS]
[COMM#7]

[Box-Office]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=kor]
[TAPE#=net]
[GRAPHIC=none]

Some strong openers brought Americans back to the box office over the weekend. This after a lack of new movies and terror attack worries kept people away a week ago. The psychological thriller ``Don't Say a Word'' starring Michael Douglas led the pack with an 18 (M) million-dollar take.

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[TAKE FS CHYRON]
[SUPER=77-Don't Say a Word/18/Zoolander/15.7/Hearts in Atlantis/9.5/Hardball/5.2/The Others/5.1;]

Zoolander grabbed the number 2 spot. Hearts in Atlantis opened third. Hardball and The Others round out this week's top 5.
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[2-11Buchanan-Theater]

[ANCHOR=Kim]
[NEWSCAST=morn]
[WRITER=jus]
[TAPE#=01-31 TC-1:41:19]
[GRAPHIC=none]

A historic theater in Buchanan is getting a second chance.
After several years and thousands of dollars in renovations, the theater's new owners have breathed life back into the Botetourt County landmark.
Justin McLeod gives us a sneak preview.
(///// SOT /////)
[SOT 19:52:55]
[IN Q=Nat sound of cleaning]
[SUPER=03-Buchanan; :00]
[SUPER=01-Dale Carter/Owner; :14]
[SUPER=01-Gloria Carter/Co-Owner; :31]
[SUPER=@justin1; :56]
[SUPER=01-Harry Gleason/Downtown Restoration Manager; 1:21]
[RUNS=1:37]
[OUT Q=JM, News 7, Buchanan]
((((NAT SOUND OF CLEANING))
It won't be long now before these seats are empty no more.
This 87 year old theater in downtown Buchanan is about to see the light of day again. (shot of light on seats)
[SOT 19:44:42]
[IN Q=We're just really excited]
((DALE CARTER/OWNER: WE'RE JUST REALLY EXCITED ABOUT BEING ABLE TO PUT IT BACK HOPEFULLY IN ORDER THAT PEOPLE WILL ENJOY AGAIN.))
[Runs= 05]
[OUT Q=will enjoy again]

It's a joy that ended in 1985.
A flood shut the theater down and has been closed ever since.
Dale and Gloria Carter bought the theater in April.
[SOT 19:41:40]
[IN Q=You had sixteen plus years]
((GLORIA CARTER/CO-OWNER: YOU HAD SIXTEEN PLUS YEARS OF DUST, DIRT, GRIME BUILDING UP. WE HAD LEAKS, SO YOU HAD MOLD AND MILDEW.))
[Runs= 09]
[OUT Q=mold and mildew]

The Carter's have spent more than a hundred thousand dollars restoring the historic theater.
They've had to install new wiring and plumbing.
Otherwise, the theater's items have been restored to its original condition, everything from the seats to the 1940's concession stand.
[SOT ]
[IN Q=The theater still has a long way]
((JUSTIN McLEOD/REPORTING: THE THEATER STILL HAS A LONG WAY TO GO BUT SHOULD BE UP AND RUNNING BY THE END OF THE YEAR.
WHEN ITS COMPLETED, THE THEATER WILL BE USED TO SHOW OLD AND FAMILY MOVIES AS WELL AS THEATER PRODUCTIONS AND CONCERTS.))
[Runs= 10]
[OUT Q=productions and concerts]
((NAT SOUND OF THEATER))
The public will get its first look at the newly restored theater next weekend at the town's annual fall festival.
Town officials hope the old theater will bring new life to downtown.
[SOT 19:43:20]
[IN Q=It will hopefully]
((HARRY GLEASON/DOWNTOWN RESTORATION MANAGER: IT WILL HOPEFULLY OFFER A LOT OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIN-OFF BUSINESSES FOR THE RESTAURANTS TO STAY OPEN LATE, OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE TO COME DOWNTOWN AFTER 5 PM, OUR SIDEWALKS WILL STILL BE OPEN.))
[Runs= 15]
[OUT Q=will still be open]

Open thanks to a theater thats about to show an encore presentation.

Justin McLeod, News 7, Buchanan.))[Med-Day]

[ANCHOR=Kimberly]
[NEWSCAST=Morn]
[WRITER=chr]
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In medical news, whooping cough is making a comeback.

Doctor Dave Hnida has that story and more in this morning's Health check.
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((WE USED TO THINK WHOOPING COUGH OR PERTUSSIS - WAS A DISEASE WE HAD ON THE RUN. BUT THIS NASTY INFECTION OF THE LUNGS IS MAKING A COMEBACK- ESPECIALLY IN ADULTS. IT SEEMS THE VACCINES WE GAVE TO ADULTS YEARS AGO TO PREVENT WHOOPING COUGH - WEAR OFF AS PEOPLE GET OLDER. ALSO - FEWER AND FEWER CHILDREN ARE BEING IMMUNIZED AGAINST THE DISEASE. ADD THOSE TWO FACTORS TOGETHER- AND YOU CAN SEE WHY WHOOPING COUGH IS MAKING THE ROUNDS AGAIN.
NOW YOU MAY THINK- WHOOPING COUGH ISN'T SO BAD- BUT IN ADULTS - IT CAN MAKE YOU COUGH SO HARD YOU CAN BREAK A RIB. AND IN CHILDREN- ESPECIALLY YOUNG CHILDREN- THE DISEASE CAN BE FATAL.
THE SYMPTOMS OF WHOOPING COUGH ARE USUALLY MILD AT FIRST- COLD LIKE SYMPTOMS THAT LAST ABOUT A WEEK OR TWO- THEN COMES THE VIOLENT COUGHING THAT SEEMS LIKE IT WILL NEVER STOP. THEN COMES THE VIOLENT COUGHING WHICH CAN LAST ANYWHERE FROM 2 MOREE WEEKS TO TWO MORE MONTHS.
SO WHATS THE ANSWER TO THIS WHOOPING COUGH COMEBACK? FOR ADULTS- ITS THINKING WHOOPING COUGH AS A DIAGNOSIS FOR HACKING COUGHING FITS AND FOR COUGHS THAT WONT GO AWAY. ANTIBIOTICS CAN HELP. FOR KIDS- ITS MAKING SURE IMMUNIZATIONS ARE GIVEN ON TIME.
IM DR DAVE HNIDA FOR CBS NEWS.))

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Good Morning, I'm Kimberly McBroom.
More than 100 members of Congress will tour the rubble of the World Trade Center today.
It'll be up to the lawmakers to determine how much money to spend to help New York City recover from the terrorist attack.
In new developments-- the Taliban rulers in Afghanistan are saying for the first time that terrorist suspect Osama bin Laden is being kept in a secret location.
While the Taliban is telling the Afghan people not to worry about retaliation for the September 11th attacks, the U-S military build-up continues.
But the American public is being warned of the possibility of more terrorist attacks.
Jennifer Miller has an update now from Washington D-C.
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((Facing a massive military build up and the threat of a U.S. attack, the Taliban is getting increasingly vocal... saying they have Osama Bin Laden under their control and hidden for his own safety.

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"Control meaning that we have stopped him from making any actions."
But that hasnt stopped Bin Laden from defying their request that he leave the country. Meanwhile, officials here are still warning that the threat of more attacks is very real.

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"We think that there is a very serious threat of additional problems now and frankly as the U.S. responds that threat may escalate."
So real in fact that researchers are working around the clock to develop an early warning system for chemical or biological attacks.

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"You dont know whats going to be thrown at you."
While America beefs up security, the global hunt for terrorists continues. So far more than 500 people have been arrested or detained, with additional arrests across Europe where officials believe there are more terrorist cells linked to Bin Laden.

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I think you'll see this reach to many different countries where there have, quote, "cells" or operatives who are masterminding or planning more attacks." ))
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The U-S Supreme Court begins a new term today, and is expected to take up issues like school vouchers, the death penalty, and child pornography.
The high court is expected to decide whether taxpayer money should be used for church- run schools.
The justices will also hear a Virginia case that could clear the way for executing the mentally- retarded.

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A police shoot-out kills one man after a robbery attempt goes awry at a Los Angeles- area department store.
Two other suspects remain on the loose.
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Police say three armed men entered a Macy's department store around five p-m yesterday.
Shortly after their pulled their guns, the store's alarms sounded.
There was brief shoot-out with police, during which one suspect was shot and killed.
Police locked down the mall in an attempt find the other suspects, but they apparently got away.
No shoppers or employees were injured.
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Citing financial concerns, Carilion has said it plans to close the Burrell Nursing Center and donate the facility to another agency.
Nearly 90 residents will now have to find a new place to live.
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Yesterday, community members gathered to express their dissapointment with Carilion's plans. They argue the spirit of Burrell will be lost when it becomes a mental health and substance abuse center. They also say they could find other uses for the building to benefit the community.
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((FLOYD W. DAVIS; THERE ARE OTHER OPPORTUNITIES THAT HAVE BEEN TAKEN AWAY FROM US, AND SOME THAT WE JUST LET GO BY. WE'RE NOT GOING TO DO THIS WITH BURRELL, WE'RE COMING TOGETHER AS YOU SAW, A UNIFIED BODY COMING TOGETHER, SAYING WE'RE NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANY LONGER. ))
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Carilion says the facility will be donated to Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare until all the residents find new homes.
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