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A shooting in Lynchburg lands one man behind bars and another in the hospital.
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[VO-NAT]
And, the search continues for a woman who is believed to have drown at Smith Mountain Lake.
We'll have an update.
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[Sports-Head]
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Tonight in sports, the Avs close out the first half against Lynchburg, we'll preview the Roy Stanley auction, and
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[VO-NAT]
Ryan Newman goes to victory lane for the first time this season in the DHL 400.
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[WX-Head]
[ANCHOR=Brent]
[SS=None]
A day outdoors was the best way to spend this Sunday, with pleasant temperatures and lots of sunshine.
Changes are on the way for the workweel that would bring a return of heat and humidity...and scattered storms.
[ANCHOR=Susan 3-shot]
News 7 at 6 starts right now.
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The search for a woman believed drowned continues at Smith Mountain Lake - more than 24-hours after she was last seen.
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[ANCHOR=Susan]
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Good evening, I'm Susan Bahorich, in for Myranda Stephens.
[Lake-Drowning]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=jwi]
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Dive teams resumed their search for 49- year- old Judy Thurman today.
The Roanoke resident is believed drowned after she jumped in after a dog yesterday afternoon.
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Jennifer Wishon was at the lake today and has more on the search.
Susan, Judy Thurman and her fianc� Brian Amos had rented a pontoon boat for a day of fun on the lake.
[LIVE=Jennifer/FULL]
[SUPER=@Jennifer1;]
But the mood quickly changed when Thurman jumped in after her dog and couldn't make it back to the boat.
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[IN Q=It happened here at the]
[SUPER=03-Smith Mountain Lake; :00 ]
[SUPER=01-Sgt. Tom Wine/ Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries; :18 ]
[SUPER=01-Deedee Bondurant/Water Safety Council Member; :58 ]
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[OUT Q=a motor boat in Virginia]
((It happened here at the entrance to Betty and Becky's Creeks in about a hundred feet of water.
Judy Thurman and Brian Amos had been swimming in the cove.
Amos raised the anchor to move the boat when he noticed one of the couple's dogs had jumped overboard.
He then jumped in after it and asked Thurman to help.
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[IN Q=After she jumped in]
((SGT. TOM WINE: AFTER SHE JUMPED IN THE BOAT STARTED DRIFTING FARTHER AWAY FROM THEM WHICH CREATED DIFFICULTY FOR HER GETTING BACK TO THE BOAT.))
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[OUT Q=to the boat]
A passerby tried to rescue Thurman by throwing in a life jacket but the attempt was unsuccessful and shortly thereafter Thurman went under.
Saturday Coast Guard Auxiliary officers closed off the cove while State Police scoured the lake's bottom with side- scan sonar.
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[IN Q=They can see the]
((SGT. WINE: THEY CAN SEE THE OBJECTS ON THE BOTTOM AND PICK OUT A TARGET THAT THEY MIGHT BE ABLE TO DIVE ON TO SEE IF THAT'S WHAT THEY'RE LOOKING FOR.))
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This is the second fatal accident at Smith Mountain Lake this year and both law enforcement and residents hope boaters will start paying closer attention to safety.
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((DEEDEE BONDURANT: I'M ON THE MAIN CHANNEL AND I DO SEE A LOT OF INFRINGEMENTS OF THE LAW.))
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Bondurant along with other lake residents and business owners have formed a Water Safety Council - in hopes of fighting the problem.
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[IN Q=What they hope we]
((DEEDEE BONDURANT: WHAT THEY HOPE WE CAN DO IS THAT WE CAN SET AN EXAMPLE AND DO RIGHT BY OURSELVES BY TELLING PEOPLE IF WE SEE SOMETHING THEY'RE DOING WRONG, TO SAY, THAT'S A THREE SEATER, YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE FOUR ON IT.))
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[OUT Q=have four on it]
Law enforcement encourage boaters to be aware of their surroundings, stay to the right when driving a boat or personal water craft, have adequate safety devices and if alcohol is a part of your plans always have a designated driver.
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[IN Q=It's the same as]
((SGT. WINE: IT'S THE SAME AS ON THE ROAD. .08 PERCENT ALCOHOL IS THE LEGAL INTOXICATION FOR THE OPERATION OF A MOTOR BOAT IN VIRGINIA.))
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[LIVE=Jennifer/FULL]
If you'd like to learn more about boating safety you can
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contact the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries at 434-525-7522 about one of their safety classes.
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[DOUBLE BOXES=Susan and Jennifer/BAM;]
Susan, Dive Teams are in the water at this hour searching for Thurman's body, but there's no word on whether they'll continue their search tomorrow.
[L'Burg-Shooting]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
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Authorities in Lynchburg have arrested a suspect they believe was involved in a shooting last night.
22-year-old Jamie Lamont Morgan was arrested at his residence without incident.
Police say the shooting happened around 11:40 at Rivermont Avenue and Cabell Street.
When the officiers arrived they found 44-year-old Riley Mason Johnson shot in the upper part of his leg.
Johnson was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital and is listed in stable condition.
Morgan faces malicious wounding and firearms charges.
[Draper-Chase]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=jwi]
[TAPE#=04-28 TC-12:25]
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[ENG#=1]
A wanted felon from Charlottesville was apprehended in Pulaski County today.
State Police attempted to pull over 23-year-old Earl Carlos Carr of Charlottesville for speeding around 8:30 this morning.
Carr led the trooper on a high-speed chase,
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[VO-NAT]
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until he wrecked his car just off Interstate 81 in the Draper area of the county and ran into the woods.
State Police then called in aviation, tactical and K-9 crews to help.
Five-hours later Carr was cornered and arrested in a nearby field.
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[ANCHOR=Susan]
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The 23-year-old is wanted in Charlottesville on four outstanding felony warrants- including one for robbery.
He'll now face a number of traffic related charges in Pulaski County.
[Keagy-Road]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
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The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors is set to continue hearings on two controversial land projects on Tuesday night.
Because of the number of people expected to attend, the session will begin at 6 p.m. instead of seven.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke Co./File Tape;]
The board will again look at a rezoning request from Kahn Development to rezone land at the intersection of Route 419 and Keagy road to build a village-style shopping center.
The board will also continue hearing a rezoning request on the Slate Hill project.
Developer James Smith wants to build a shopping center at the intersection of Routes 419 and 220.
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[Tease#1]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
[SS=NONE]
[ENG#=V10]
Still to come on the newscast, looking for a new career?
One industry is looking to hire for one dirty job that somebody has to do...
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[VO-NAT]
and also, fathers take advantage of some wild company on this special day.
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[1st-Wx]
[Coal-Workers]
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[WRITER=rle]
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The coal industry in southwest Virginia is preparing for an expected boom by reaching out to community colleges in the region.
The industry is trying to attact new workers.
Many coal miners will retire in the next 10-years, and the average worker is 50 years old.
Now, the industry is turned to Southwest Virginia and Mountain Empire Community Colleges to help find a solution to the issue.
In fact, there has been discussion of the two colleges operating an actual coal mine as part of training.
[Danville-Institute]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
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[WRITER=jwi]
[TAPE#=04-14 TC-1:59:12]
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[ENG#=1]
An institute designed to help "jump-start" Southside's economy has opened its doors.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Danville;]
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research recently opened in Danville.
The idea is to create research centers that will in-turn create jobs for the local workforce.
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[IN Q=We are partnering with]
((NANCY FRANKLIN: WE ARE PARTNERING WITH VIRGINIA TECH TO BRING RESEARCH CENTERS TO THE INSTITUTE AND ALSO WITH AVERITT UNIVERSITY AND DANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE WITH ACADEMIC PROGRAMS SO WITH THIS BASE WE ARE WORKING ON A NEW FOUNDATION FOR THE ECONOMY IN SOUTHSIDE.))
[SUPER=01-Nancy Franklin/Technology and Program Development Dir.;]
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[VO-NAT]
Franklin says the Institute represents a long-term vision, but is excited about its potential.
At a recent news conference, Governor Mark Warner said he believes the institute will create immediate business returns that will greatly benefit the entire region.
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[IN Q=This Institute has ]
((GOV. MARK WARNER: THIS INSTITUTE HAS ALREADY GOT TEN MILLION DOLLARS OF FEDERAL R AND D FUNDING THAT IS GOING ON RIGHT NOW. I HOPE TO SEE SPINOUTS OF THE INSTITUTE WITHIN THE NEXT 18 TO 24 MONTHS.))
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[OUT Q=18 to 24 months]
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[VO-NAT]
The City of Danville and Pittsylvania County pooled their money from the Virginia Tobacco Commission to build the facility.
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[Health-Review]
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In health review...
A new government web site is designed to give veterans better access to medical information, and a restaurant is giving more choices to dieters.
Joy Sutton has more in Health Review.
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[IN Q=Applebees has now added ]
[SUPER=01-Stephanie Snyder/Weight Watchers Leader; :18]
[SUPER=01-Mark Meyers/Valley View Applebee's; :36]
[SUPER=01-Michael VanLue/Comm. Science & Disorders Professor; 1:00]
[SUPER=01-Kenneth Cox/Director of Audiology; 1:14]
[SUPER=01-Tammie Rudder/Veterans Administration; 2:05]
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[OUT Q=that's health review, I'm Joy Sutton.]
((Applebee's has now added a Weight Watchers section to its menu, that includes appetizers, entrees, and even dessert.
Each food is given a point value based on the weight loss plan -- but those who are just health conscious can find the calories, fat, and fiber as well.
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[IN Q=For most people when they]
((FOR MOST PEOPLE WHEN THEY ARE WATCHING THEIR WEIGHT IT CAN BE HARD TO EAT OUT AND KNOW HOW THE ITEMS ARE PREPARED AND WHAT'S IN THEM AND WHAT THEY'RE GETTING, THIS HAS TAKEN THE GUESS WORK OUT OF IT ))
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Why did Applebee's choose the Weight Watchers program and not a low carb option?
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[IN Q=Weight Watchers has a terrific record]
((WEIGHT WATCHERS HAS A TERRIFIC RECORD AS WELL AS WEIGHT LOSS MANAGEMENT AND THEY HAVE OVER 13 MILLION MEMBERS SO WE THOUGHT IT WOULD BE A GREAT FIT FOR US AND THEM ))
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[OUT Q=for us and them]
[TAPE#=504-00 1:07:21]
In other news, Two Radford University professors have developed a portable version, of this larger device used for diagnosing middle ear diseases. It was recently used on a medical mission trip.
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[IN Q=Whether their in a developing country]
((WHETHER THEIR IN A DEVELOPING COUNTRY OR RURAL REMOTE AREA LOCATION IN THE U-S, IT INCREASE ACCESS FOR THE PATIENT TO GET MEDICAL SERVICES, AND MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS))
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With middle ear disease, early diagnosis is critical.
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[IN Q=If left untreated it can lead to permanent]
(( IF LEFT UNTREATED IT CAN LEAD PERMANENT HEARING LOSS, EROSION OF MIDDLE EAR BONES, AND CAN EVENTUALLY ERODE THE CASE WHICH HOLDS THE BRAIN. SO IT CAN BE A DEADLY TYPE OF DISEASE))
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[OUT Q= a deadly type of disease]
The professors actually used a device used to play movies to create their medical equipment. The two hope to show doctors how to make their own portable versions as well.
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A new web site for veterans will soon give them access to their medical records on-line. It's called my health-e-vet.
The government is launching the site in phases, but when it's complete, veterans will be able to refill prescriptions, view co-payment balances and their medical records, as well record and track health readings such as blood sugar levels.
The Salem VA plans to set-up several terminals where veterans can register and log-on.
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[IN Q=We're glad to walk them through it here]
((WE'RE GLAD TO WALK THEM THROUGH IT HERE AND HOPE TO OFFER SOME CLASSES IN THE FUTURE IN THE BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS OF GETTING ON AND NAVIGATING THE SITE))
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[OUT Q=and navigating the site.]
All information on the site will be kept secure and confidential.
That's health review. I'm Joy Sutton.))
[Tease#2]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
[SS=NONE]
[ENG#=V10]
Still to come, expect warmer temperatures later this week, with a chance of showers.
We'll have your full forecast in a few minutes...
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[VO-NAT]
and also, a festival in Roanoke not only shows off exotic cultures, but tickles your taste buds as well.
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[Lebanese-Festival]
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It was a chance to experience another culture without even leaving home and packing your bags.
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((ARE THE KABOBS READY? SIZZLE...))
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[OUTQ=... ready? sizzle..]
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke]
This weekend was the sixth annual Lebanese Festival at St. Elias Maronite (mar-o-nite) Catholic Church.
People made their way to the festival to see the sights, play games and taste the food.
There was traditional Lebanese fare like falafel, meat pies and baklava.
And, each dad got a free desserts in honor of Father's Day.
The festival runs tonight until eight o'clock.
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[Zoo-Fathers]
[ANCHOR=Susan]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=sba]
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Some families used today's great weather to get out and celebrate the favorite man in their lives - "Dad."
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((HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!!!))
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[OUTQ=father's daaaaaaay...]
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Roanoke]
At the Mill Mountain Zoo in Roanoke, Dad was honored all day long with "Dad's Day at the Zoo."
Dad's were admitted free and could register for free gifts.
In addition to train rides, the event brought families out to see the animals and spend a little quality time with their children- no matter how young or old they were.
Some of the animals were easy to spot, but with others it took the kids and Dad a little bit longer to find them.
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[Sports tease]
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Coming up, we'll update the final round of the 104th US Open, racing highlights from the Motor City, and
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[VO-NAT]
we'll get a sneak peek at some of the items in Friday's Roy Stanley Memorial Auction.
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[S-Golf]
[ANCHOR=travis]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=twe]
[TAPE#=none]
[GRAPHIC=US Open]
[ENG#=]
Shinnecock Hills is once again making the US Open the toughest test in golf. The average score for those who have finished their final rounds is just under 80. Retief Goosen and Phil Mickelson are dueling for the lead. Goosen is out front at 4-under while Lefty is two shots back thru 14. Highlights and comments from the Open winner on the way at 11.
[S-Michigan]
[ANCHOR=travis]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=twe]
[TAPE#=SP-176 TC4050]
[GRAPHIC=Nextel Cup]
[ENG#=1]
It's been a busy sports week in the state of Michigan. The Pistons knocked off the Lakers for their first NBA title in 14 years, and today, just outside the city of Detroit, Nascar revved its engines in the DHL 400.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Brooklyn, MI/Fox Sports; :00]
It wasn't a good day if your last name was Gordon. First Robby gets together with Brendan Gaughan just a lap in to bring out the day's first caution.
Then at lap 89, polesitter Jeff Gordon brought out another of 9 cautions blowing an engine on his way to a DNF.
Greg Biffle and Tony Stewart brought out the yellow again with a late race scrape.
None of that mattered to Ryan Newman who grabbed the lead from Dale Jarrett with 23 laps left and held off Kasey Kahne and DJ for his first win this season.
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[SUPER=01-Ryan Newman/First Win of the Season; :00]
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[OUT Q=did it this year."]
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[SUPER=0106-1. Ryan Newman//2. Kasey Kahne//3. Dale Jarrett//4. Jimmie Johnson//5. Elliott Sadler//;]
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[SUPER=0106-6. Sterling Marlin//7. Matt Kenseth//8. Bobby Labonte//9. Brian Vickers//10. Michael Waltrip//;]
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[SUPER=0106-11. Kurt Busch//12. Ricky Rudd//13. Jeff Burton//14. Scott Wimmer//15. Dave Blaney//;]
[SUPER=X5009;]
[SUPER=0106-16. Brendan Gaughan//17. Kevin Harvick//18. Kyle Petty//19. Jeremy Mayfield//20. Scott Riggs//;]
[SUPER=X5009;]
[SUPER=0106-21. Dale Earnhardt, Jr.//22. Rusty Wallace//23. Greg Biffle//24. Tony Stewart//25. P.J. Jones//;]
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[OUT Q=.....last driver."]
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[S-Avs]
[ANCHOR=travis]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=twe]
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[ENG#=2]
The Salem Avalanche closed out a 6 game homestand this afternoon and finished up the first half of the Carolina League season against its neighbors from Lynchburg, and the Hillcats got the best of the Avs for the second straight day.
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-Salem/Hillcats vs. Avalanche; :00]
Free gloves for the youngsters on this Father's Day afternoon at the park.
The Hillcats got on the board in the top of the first. Vic Butler grounds out, but the fielder's choice was good for an RBI and a 1-nothing lead.
Lynchburg added another run in the 5th when Butler laced a double down the line. Rajai Davis races around to cross the plate for a 2-nothing cushion.
[SUPER=37-Lynchburg/3/Salem/0/;]
The Cats rounded out the scoring an inning later as Matt Meath goes back up the middle scoring Tabor Lee and Lynchburg went on to win it 3-nothing.
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[WIPE to ENG!!]
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[VO-NAT]
[SUPER=03-St. Louis, MO/KPLR; :00]
In the bigs, Ken Griffey, Jr. hit a big milestone today, cranking career homer number 500. Junior becomes the 20th player to reach the mark, with his 19th bomb of the season.
[SUPER=35-Cincinnati/6/St. Louis/0/;]
The shot came in his third at bat against Matt Morris. The Reds smoked the Cardinals 6 to nothing.
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[S-Auction]
[ANCHOR=travis]
[NEWSCAST=6pm]
[WRITER=twe]
[TAPE#=SP-171 TC12643]
[GRAPHIC=Roy Stanley]
[ENG#=4]
It's time again for the Roy Stanley Celebrity Golf Outing and Auction. The second annual event takes place Friday at Hanging Rock. Mike Stevens checks in to preview some of the quality auction items.
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[SUPER=01-Mike Bell/Tournament Director; 1:24]
[SUPER=@mike2; 1:38 QUICK!!]
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