WDBJ 7 news at 11 for 01/22/97

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Coming up-
Teens may not be able to get abortions in Virginia without parental notification. We'll have the latest.
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New information on the bombings into an Atlanta abortion clinic.
Plus the high cost of towing- Why so steep? We'll hear from tow truck operators.
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News 7 is next.

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Good Evening.
New information on the Atlanta clinic bombing.
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Investigators now believe the first of two explosions that rocked the clinic may have been a diversion. The real target they believe were federal agents who rushed to the scene.
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A massive drug roundup in Southside.
Nearly 80 people were arrested today. Dozens more could face charges.
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If you've ever had a car towed- you've probably received a big bill.
Why so expensive? Tow truck operators tell us why.
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Plus the weekend forecast.
Join us for News 7 at Eleven. Open
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Abortion-Bill

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Minors seeking abortions in Virginia may soon be required to notify their parents.
It's expected to pass in Virginia this year.
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The bill requires parents be notified before their underage daughter gets an abortion. The bill goes to a different state Senate committee this year.
Planned Parenthood of Virginia assumes it'll pass -- and is planning to fight it in the courts.
Meanwhile, Virginia is seeing its first bill to ban so-called "partial birth" or late term abortions.
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The late term abortion bill has NOT yet been debated in committee.
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Clinic-Bombing

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New information into the bombing that shook an Atlanta Abortion clinic.
Jim Stewart has the details.
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((Investigators now believe the first of two explosions that rocked an Atlanta abortion clinic last week may have been a diversion. The real target, they believe...were the federal agents who rushed to the scene.
Bomb goes off. Cameraman screams.
The second blast went off exactly one hour after the first bomb...and occurred at the precise area federal agents chose to set up their command post to examine the crime scene.
Sources tell CBS News the "bomb was constructed of several sticks of high grade commercial dynamite."
They were packed with a timer in a military ammunition box..."
And "accompanied by a container of nails that acted like shrapnel.
NARR:
Two cars at the scene absorbed much of the blast...which injured six people, including three federal agents.
As investigators continue to look for more remnants of the explosive device...federal bomb squad agents were warned to vary their travel routines and be alert to suspicious activity near their homes and offices.
While there are obvious similarities between last week's explosion...and the attack this summer in Atlanta's Centennial Olympic Park...there is thus far no evidence of any direct connection.

One striking difference between the two attacks is the sophistication of the devices. Investigators say the Olympic bomb was well made....but put together from common black powder and hardware store supplies. This latest Atlanta attack...agents say...is the work of someone who can only be called...an expert.))

March-Abortion

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People were on guard at clinics throughout the nation-
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Today is the 24th anniversary of the Roe Verus Wade decision legalizing abortion.
In Washington thousands marched in opposition.
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This is the annual March for Life-
Marchers say they'll concentrate on getting laws passed to ban late term abortions.
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Drug-Bust

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A large scale undercover drug investigation on the Southside ends with charges against nearly 150- suspects.
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Federal, state and local police began rounding up suspects in Danville and Pittsylvania County, this morning.
They were taken to a command post set up at the old Mount Herman Elementary school, near Danville.
From there the suspects were taken to various holding facilities.
Authorities say a significant number of those charged as part of "Operation Flashpoint" are considered major players.
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((HAROLD PLASTER/PITTSYLVANIA CO. SHERIFF:WE'RE REAL FORTUNATE TO HAVE THE TYPE OF PEOPLE THAT ARE DEDICATED TO THIS WAR ON DRUGS THAT WE'VE GOT WORKING FOR BOTH DANVILLE AND PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY AS WELL AS THE OTHER FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES. ROBERT CROUCH, JR./UNITED STATES ATTORNEY: LAW ENFORCEMENT IS UNITED IN THIS EFFORT, IT IS AN ONGOING EFFORT, AND OUR MESSAGE TO ANYONE WHO IS CURRENTLY PARTICIPATING IN THIS KIND OF ACTIVITY, OR IS CONTEMPLATING THIS KIND OF ACTIVITY, IS QUIT THAT DIRTY BUSINESS.))
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The man charged with shooting and wounding a Danville police officer late last year was one of the first arrested.
Marlowe Andre Farmer is charged with cocaine distribution.
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Wythe-Drugs

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Crack, L-S-D, cocaine and meth-amphetamine- Those are just a few of the drugs Wythe County authorities seized in an undercover operation.
The year-long investigation wrapped up today as police began arresting about 35 people.
They face a total of about 55 drug distribution and possession indictments.
Sheriff Wayne Pike also expects some FEDERAL charges.
The investigation was carried out with a 60 thousand dollar state grant, which was recently renewed for another year.

Museum

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They found the world's oldest flowering plant fossil.
Now all they need is 1-point-6 million dollars in the state budget.
It may NOT be easy.
Martinsville's Virginia Museum of Natural History entertained lawmakers tonight in Richmond.
Ellen Qualls was there.
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(( They showed off their insects.
They wined and dined the influential.
And Martinsville and Henry County supporters of the state's only natural history museum lobbied.
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The vision is to demolish the old Martinsville General Hospital.
It's loaded with asbestos.
That has a price tag of 1-point-6 million dollars.
Then the old Martinsville museum would become just the storage and research wing... and a whole new touristy museum would be built where the hospital was torn down.
The problem is that Governor George Allen has allocated NO money for the project.
Cabinet Secretary Becky Dunlop says the private sector needs to quote "step up to the plate."
And the most powerful voice Southside had in Richmond is now in Washington.
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At least this year, the specter of the museum leaving Martinsville is NO longer hanging over these heads.
Ellen Qualls, News 7, Richmond.))
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Still to come on News 7 at 11, a police officer in one area locality is accused of brutality,
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And it appears A-B-C's expose on spoiled meat at Food Lion has turned bad... as a North Carolina jury gives the grocery chain a LARGE award.
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Carroll-Fire

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A father and son injured when fire swept through their home yesterday are beginning the recovery process.
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Edward Spears and his 14 year-old son Matthew escaped the fire, which killed two younger boys, 11 year-old Mark and 13 year-old John.
Today their father was moved out of intensive care.
He remains in satisfactory condition, suffering the effects of smoke inhalation.
Matthew's condition has been upgraded from serious to fair at the Shriner's Burn Center in Cincinnati.
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Glasgow-Police

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State police are investigating a report that a Glasgow town police officer used excessive force in a case of alleged domestic violence.
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Officer Leonard Stewart responded to the call in Rockbridge County earlier this month.
He arrested Gary Gibson, who was charged with resisting arrest and assaulting an officer.
During the arrest Gibson got a cut on his face that required 9 stitches.
Stewart says he can't comment on the investigation.
He is still on active duty.
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When contacted by phone, Gibson also would not comment, except to say "I never touched him".
Town officials say they won't comment on the incident until the State Police report is finished.

Food-Lion

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ABC and two of its employees must pay five and half million dollars to Food Lion.
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The Grocery chain sued the network after ABC aired a hidden camera report.
It accused Food Lion of selling old meat and treating employees unfairly.
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Food Lion wanted 52 million dollars- much more than the five and half million ABC's been ordered to pay.
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Local-Food-Lion

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A Washington And Lee professor testified in the trial supporting ABC's undercover reporting.
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Lou Hodges specializes in journalism ethics.
He says undercover work should be used with caution, but in this case it served the public interest.
He's conerned about the message the verdict sends.
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Hodges says he would not be surprised if the case reaches the U.S. Supreme Court.

L'burg-Council

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Lynchburg is hoping some federal grants can help renovate the city's run-down old train station.
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City council today indicated it would apply for three million dollars in transportation money for the project.
Plans call for remodeling the building and using it as a centerpiece for revitalizing the neighborhood.
The city also wants to honor the memory of councilman Junius Haskins.
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((JIM WHITAKER/LYNCHBURG MAYOR: I WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE POSSIBILITY OF DEVELOPING THAT PARK AREA EARLY ON, AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE, MAYBE WITH THE HELP OF THE LEAF FOLKS AND THE LEAF FUND AND SO FORTH, AND CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY TO GO AHEAD AND DEVELOP THAT PARK AREA AND DO THAT IN JUNIUS' NAME.))
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Haskins, an early supporter of the train station project, died of a heart attack last week.
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Haskins

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Lynchburg residents who want to replace Haskins on city council have until the end of the month to get their applications in.
By law, city council must name a replacement by February 16th, thirty days after Haskins' death.
Interested candidates must reside in Ward Two.
The appointee would fill out the remainder of Haskins' term and face re-election in May of next year.
The Lynchburg Voters League says it has several potential applicants in mind, and may make a recommendation in a few days.

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Coming up next, Virginia's state song may change,
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and we'll tell you why tow truck drivers say it's expensive to get you off the hook.
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Albright

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The Senate gives thumbs up to Madeleine Albright as Secretary of State.
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She becomes the first woman to hold the post and the highest ranking woman of any administration.
Senators also confirmed William Cohen as Secretary of Defense- the only Republican in the President's new cabinet.
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State-Song

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"Carry Me Back To Old Virginia" moved one step closer to retirement.
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A Senate committee approved it becoming the state song (E-meritus) "emeritus."
But the committee decided to reconstitute the old song WITHOUT the racially offensive lyrics as the new state song.
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The bi- partisan Senate team of Louise Lucas and Steve Newman will now fight for the change on the Senate floor.
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Tow-Trucks

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Getting your car towed can be a costly endeavor--
But tow truck operators have their own set of expenses.
Kimberly McBroom has the story.
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(( A tow truck is a welcome sight if you're stuck in a bad situation.
But drivers are often surprised at the cost of roadside help.
Basic tows typically start at around 35 to 45- dollars.
Prices go up from there, depending on weather conditions and the traffic situation.
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Pre- pro here
Some of the biggest costs include insurance, special tags for trucks, as well as equipment purchases and maintenance.
It's these OPERATING costs that create rises in TOWING costs-- End pre- pro
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((TOMMY WOODS/WOODS TOWING & RECOVERY: I WOULD LIKE TO SEE MORE WRECKER COMPANIES GET INTO AN ASSOCIATION TO WHERE WE HAVE MORE BARGAINING POWER TO WORK, RATHER THAN JUST EVERYBODY ON THEIR OWN. BY DOING THAT, THAT WOULD KEEP YOUR PRICES REASONABLE, LESS CHANCES OF BEING GOUGED. ))
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Woods is president of the local chapter of the Virginia Association of Towing and Recovering Operators.
The group is working to establish guidelines to certify tow truck drivers-- and help keep wrecker services on the up and up.
Currently, it's the localities that regulate tow truck operators.
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Standup here, first one with truck passing by
Woods suggests sticking with a wrecker service that you're familiar with-- that you know will not take advantage of you.
That way, the next time you call for a tow-- you won't be taken for a ride.
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S-UVa

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After dropping two straight on the road, the Virginia Cavaliers opened a four game home stand last night with a 68-to-64 ACC win over Ga. Tech.
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Harold Deane returned following his one game suspension, much to the chagrin of Bobby Cremins.
The Wahoos started quickly. Courtney Alexander nails the jumper for the early lead, but he would later leave the game after re-injuring his ankle.
Watch Deane then hit Roanoker Curtis Staples, who drops a dime for Norman Nolan. The BIG FELLA finishes with the flush.
But the Jackets hung around. Kevin Morris kicks to Matt Harpring who spots up for the 3. Harpring knocked in 29 on the night.
Gary Saunders then hits this double clutch J on the baseline and Tech trailed by just 3.
Then off the turnover, Eddie Elisma pushes it ahead to Kevin Morris who finds Harpring for the hoop and the harm.
But Virginia kept its poise. Harold Deane nails the 3 ball from the corner
pocket just before the half. SUPER=33-Ga. Tech/64/Virginia/68;
Virginia led by 4 at the break, and the Cavs move to 3 and 4 in the ACC with the 68-64 win.
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And tonight night at eight, you can catch the ACC game of the week as second ranked Clemson hosts fourth ranked Wake Forest right here on Your Hometown Station.
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S-Radford

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The Radford University Highlanders lost to Winthrop last night 85-to-75 on the road in Big South play.
Eric Bowens had 23 for Radford, but the Highlanders played with little intensity, and little marksmanship as they hit just 5 of 31 three point attempts.

S-Mattingly

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Don Mattingly did a better job of hitting the target today.
In fact the 14 year Yankee veteran was brutally honest in explaining why he has decided to retire.
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S-Favre

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More hoopla in the Big Easy yesterday as the clock continues to tick on the Packers and Patriots.
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Two-time NFL Most Valuable player Brett Favre picked up yet another piece of hardware as he was given the FootAction player of the year award in balloting done nationwide by the fans.
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Favre also spent part of the day shooting a commercial for what else but Milk.
Besides getting a milk moustache he joked around striking the poses often found in the old time football cards.
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S-Score

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Panthers boss Dom Capers was named the NFL's coach of the year by the Sporting News.
He led Carolina to the NFC West title and within a game of the Super Bowl.
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S-Sony

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A couple of players also found a wy to unwind yesterday.
Green Bay's Edgar Bennett played New England's Terry Glenn for Super Bowl supremacy on Sony Playstation's "Game Day 97".
And despite this Drew Bledsoe TD pass to Vincent Brisby the Packers and Bennett were able to beat the Patriots 22-to-6.
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Sports Tease

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Still to come tonight, Steve Mason takes a chapter out of the third leg of the Star Wars trilogy,
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with a look at how the Empire is striking back in tonight's Two Minute Sports Ticker.
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S-Hoops

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Steve Mason hitsthe road in this week's edition of Hometown Hoops weekly as he checks out among other the Mountain Empire District.
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((STEVE MASON:)) ((The Bland Rockets are 9-2, 4 and OH in the district. 10th year coach Rich Hankins has Lee Meadows and this shooter John Thompson, who are averaging over 30 points a game combined. Heath Puckett game high 17 last night against Fort Chiswell completes a balanced attack. ((RICH HANKINS:)) The Tide has changed for the better. Galax beat Grayson County last night to take over 2nd place.
It's great to have leading scorer Nate Nowell back from injury after missing the first 9 games. ((KEN ROSS:)) Expect Grayson County to rebound from last night's 57-54 loss.
Jon Ayers two guards, all district performer Wes Selfe and Chad NcMillan compliment 6'5" center Brad Elkins. Balance seems to be the theme in the empire. ((AYERS:)) Danny Jonas's Fort Chiswell Pioneers fell to Bland 74-52 last night. Heath Brawley, seen here assisting Ritchie Nester, is the Fort's top player, amongst a deep supporting cast. ((DANNY JONAS:))
In the Three Rivers, 13 and OH and #1 ranked Floyd County fields it's best
team to date under Allen Cantrell.
Son Travis leads the district in scoring at over 20 points a game, Fellow guard Jason Dalton is second, all compliments to inside threat Derrik Sanders and a deep, pressing Buffalo team.)) ((STEVE MASON:)) ((ALLEN CANTRELL:))