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Up next on News 7 at 11...
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U.S. officials say a military strike against Iraq is not far away, if Saddam doesn't change his attitude.
Rusty Wallace comes out on top in today's Bud Shootout.
And in Roanoke, the Boy Scouts celebrate 88 years of service.
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Iraq


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A military strike against Iraq is not far off, if Saddam Hussein does not allow U.N. weapons inspections.
U.S. officials made it clear today the Iraqis are running out of time.
Maureen Maher has the latest.
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((After last week's trip to the Middle East, Secretary of State Madeleine Albright delivered a firm and resounding commitment to force Iraqi President Saddam Hussein to comply with U-N weapons inspections. Speaking on the CBS program FACE THE NATION, Albright said a swift and definitive attack may not be far off

(SOT/ Madeleine Albright, Secretary of State/ "Face The Nation") "It's not a

matter of days or months, so it is in the weeks category."

(Albright - ) "We are prepared to use force. The purpose of which will be to

substantially diminish his ability to reconstitute his weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems and to threaten his neighbors."
But the man who lead US troops into Saddam's backyard during the Golf War in 1991 says as long as there is dissension among the Security Council, namely Russia and France, Saddam still has some time...

(SOT/Norman Schwarzkopf/Retired US General/ NBC -"Meet The Press") "He wants

the sanctions lifted, and if the coalition fractures the he has a good chance of having the sanctions lifted."
Americans appear to remain divided, as well. This weekend, as troops on board
the USS Independence in the Gulf continued with drills, (NAT SOT OF RALLY??)

demonstrators in Oklahoma City held a rally in hopes of a peaceful solution.
All sides say they are pursuing a diplomatic resolution, but the campaign for support of any U-S lead attack continues - President Clinton and British Prime Minister Tony Blair used the President's weekly radio address to reaffirm their alliance...and Defense Secretary William Cohen has arrived in the Middle East looking for more allies...
STAND UP close: Secretary Cohen will still seek support from Saudi Arabia, once considered a key military location, But in an unexpected move, the U-S has announced it no longer needs use of the Saudi's air base to carry out any mission against Iraq.... MM CBS News Washington))

VMI-Beating


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VMI officials are considering hazing charges in connection with beatings at the school last fall.
Three seniors were suspended for beating six freshmen at the Virginia Military Institute with a coat hanger and belt.
The beatings were part of initiation rituals.
Now the family of one of the victims wants the incident treated as a criminal matter.
Officials at the school are now deciding whether they should have contacted police and reported the cases as hazings.

Brzonkala


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The 4-th U-S Circuit Court of Appeals will reconsider Christy Brzonkala's lawsuit against Virginia Tech.
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In December, a three- judge panel reinstated her lawsuit against Virginia Tech and two football players.
Now the appeals court will reconsider whether Brzonkala should be allowed to sue under the Violence Against Women Act which makes gender motivated crimes a civil rights issue.
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Brzonkala says Tony Morrison and James Crawford raped her in 19-94 and that Tech protected the players because they were members of the football team.

Abed


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Government prosecutors are expected to rest their case this week in the trial of Roanoke's alleged crime family.
As Keith Humphrey reports, the Abeds are eager to take the stand.
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((This is what the Abeds have been waiting for, they say: a chance to tell their side of the story... to respond to the terrible tales their accusers have been telling the jury.
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That was a different context, but Abbott is eager to testify in federal court.
Once the government rests its case- -on Monday or Tuesday- -Abbott and his lawyer will have to decide whether to risk a rigorous cross examination. Mixer's fire: 94-16
The prosecution will wrap up its case with more on the financial status of Mixer's Restaurant at the time of the fire.
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Co-owner Ahmad Thiab is charged with insurance fraud.
He has lived in this country for 12 years. He made arrangements to return when he learned he'd been indicted 11 months ago.
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((I'M HERE TO PROVE MY INNOCENCE. I'M INNOCENT OF THIS. I HAVE NO CONNECTION WITH THE FIRE. I DON'T KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THE FIRE.))
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Doctor Thiab may or may NOT actually get to tell his story directly to the jury.
Though he told us almost a year ago that he returned to the United States, ready to answer any question that would prove his innocence- -under American law, he's not required to prove anything. The government has the burden of proving Thiab is guilty.
Thiab's lawyer won't say whether he intends to put the Iraqi native on the witness stand.
Keith Humphry NEWS 7.))
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When the newscast continues we'll take a look at an American institution celebrating its birthday today--
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The Boy Scouts of America.
The group is celebrating more than 80 years in existence.
We'll have more on that story coming up when the news continues.
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Business-Review


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General Electric employees speak out after another round of lay-offs in Salem.
And, it looks like the Psychic Friends network needs a shoulder to lean on.
Scott Goldberg has those stories in this week's News-7 Business Review.
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((Some of the workers laid off from General Electric are speaking out.
They said they would still have jobs if G-E didn't send so much work to countries with cheap labor.
G-E responded: the company only outsources when it can not "perform work in Salem on a cost-competitive basis."


Norfolk Southern said its business suffered only minor scrapes and bruises in the wake of this week's train derailment.
Of the hundreds of trains that roll into Roanoke every day, the company said only five or six pass over this route in Glasgow.
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Not a very good prognosis for Columbia H-C-A.
The health-care giant that owns five hospitals in our area expects to lose more than one-and-a-quarter billion dollars this year.
The company cites record costs -- including money spent to defend itself against charges of defrauding Medicare.
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The man holding the baseball is Michael Lasky.
He's the founder of the Psychic Friends Network.
He paid 500-thousand dollars for that ball.
This week, the Psychic Friends Network filed for bankruptcy. Use slo-mo video
Industry watchers said Lasky should have seen it coming.
Dow Jones Pre Pro
For the second week in a row, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained more than 200-points, finishing at 81-89.
The Nasdaq picked up 75.
That does it for this week's Business Review.
I'm Scott Goldberg.))

Scout-Anniversary


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An institution that has helped boys grow into men celebrated its anniversary today throughout the Blue Ridge.
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Boy Scouts of America is now 88- years old.
Though some changes have been made over the years, it's stood the test of time.
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((DON SIPHER/TROOP 236 SCOUTMASTER; IT'S A PROGRAM THAT HAS BEEN ADJUSTABLE. IT'S GOT THE RIGHT FORMULA. IT MEETS THE NEEDS THAT WERE THERE 80- SOME YEARS AGO AND IT'S GOT WHAT IT TAKES TO MEET THE NEEDS OF TODAY'S BOYS.))
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There are various programs to keep the young men busy and to help them prepare for a future.
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((BRIAN BURT/TROOP 236 CUB SCOUT; WE GET TO DO FUN ACTIVITIES. WE HIKE AND PLAY WITH OUR OTHER SCOUT MEMBERS.)) ((MICHAEL BURT/TROOP 236 BOY SCOUT; YOU LEARN ABOUT TEAM WORK AND HOW TWO PEOPLE CAN EGT THE JOB DONE TOGETHER. IT'S NOT A ONE-MAN TEAM.)) ((STEVE BURT/TROOP 236 DEN LEADER; WELL IT GIVES US AN OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THEIR LIVES. IT'S A VERY COMPLEX WORLD THAT THEY LIVE IN AND THEY NEED ALL THE SUPPORT THEY CAN GET. IT'S FAMILY ORIENTED.))
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Locally, troops kicked off a week- long celebration of the organization's anniversary by participating in Scout Sunday Services.
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Valentine's-Gifts


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Valentine's Day will soon be here and many people will be scrambling for last-minute gifts.
Of course there's always flowers, candy and cards-
But David Johnson found some new ways to surprise your sweetheart.
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((Roses and Valentines cards are common place this time of year, but there are gifts that can set loved ones apart from the rest.
Gift certificates for a theraputic massage or for a manicure or peticure-- even a basket filled with one's favorite things.
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((ELAINE VAUGHN/"LOVE BASKETS" OWNER; WELL THE NICE THING ABOUT GIFT BASKETS IS THAT YOU CAN PUT ALMOST ANYTHING YOU WANT TO IN THESE. FROM CHOCOLATES TO FIRESIDE BASKETS TO A ROMANTIC FIRESIDE BASKET. SOMETHING WITH CHOCOLATES IN THERE AND YOUR CHAMPAGNES AND YOUR DIFFERENT WINE BISCUITS AND THINGS. SO THERE'S A LOT OF THINGS THAT YOU CAN DO.))
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Another idea is dining out or having the ingredients for a gourmet meal for two put into a basket.
Those who enjoy a hot cup of java after the meal-- or anytime-- can sample a blend by local merchants.
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((ANDY REASER/MILL MOUNTAIN COFFEE AND TEA; COUPLES COME IN HERE ALL THE TIME AND SOMETIMES THEY COME IN ON DATES. WE JUST THOUGHT WE'D GIVE THEM SOMETHING SPECIAL TO HAVE ON THIS SPECIAL DAY.))
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STAND-UP/ ((DAVID JOHNSON/REPORTING; OF COURSE THERE ARE DOZENS OF OTHER IDEAS. BUT PUTTING YOUR SIGNATURE ON A VALENTINE'S GIFT CAN BE AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU ARE. DAVID JOHNSON, NEWS 7.))
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Straight ahead on News 7-- floods spread across many parts of Southwest Virginia last week.
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But, that was nothing compared to what Mother Nature brought our way about 15 years ago.
We'll travel back in time when the news continues.
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Feedback


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Responses rolled in following our request for your thoughts of media coverage of the Clinton Sex Scandal.
Assignment Editor Joe McKean has more on News-7 Feedback.
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((Judging from the mail, many of our viewers would be happy to see the media pay less attention to the controversy surrounding President Clinton over his relationship with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky.
"I think this young lady is less than truthful. She and the other persons involved in this matter should be required to refund the public funds utilized in Prosecutor Kenneth Starr's office. Perhaps this way, these matters would not be announced in the future."
Another wrote: "I think the media and its coverage is a cancer feeding upon itself. To date this is a case of 'he said/she said'. I don't want your opinions, your suppositions or your interpretation. I want only the facts--hard, cold, documented facts--not allegations, Until someone provides documented proof, leave this story alone."
Here's how to share your views with us on the news of the day:
Our mailing address is News-7 Feedback, P.O. Box 7, Roanoke, 24022-0007.
Our fax number is 540-343-7269.
Email should be sent to news@wdbj7.com.
And, if you prefer a moderated chat room, check out our web site at wdbj7.com.
Joe McKean, News-7.))

FloodReel


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Last week's floods paled in comparison to others in the region through the years.
In this week's edition of Newsreel Dave Seidel takes a look back at the devastation.
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((BEHIND ME IS A FLOOD MARKER, PEOPLE IN CLINCHPORT ARE USED TO FLOODS. THIS INDICATES THE HEIGHT OF THE RIVER. BUT IT DIDN'T MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE THURSDAY BECAUSE EVEN THE FLOOD MARKER HAD DISAPPEARED. ))

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The W-D-B-J Archives are filled with film and videotape of flooding.
Fifteen years separated two of the worst floods to ever hit the area. Camille 00:50
In 1969, the remnants of Hurricane Camille dropped as much as 30 inches of rain in just six hours--
153-people lost their lives as they were swept away by walls of water and mud. 18:50 newsreel
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In November, 1985 Mother Nature struck again.
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The Roanoke River rose more than 15 feet in one day-- and crested at twice the flood stage. 11:50 flood of 85
Lynchburg watched the James River rise to 18 feet above flood stage. 12:07 flood of 85
The storm killed 20 people in Virginia and caused more than 100 million dollars in damage in Roanoke alone. 14:48 flood of 85
In West Virginia, 33 of the state's 55 counties were underwater.
Frightening reminders of what Mother Nature can do.
That's Virginia Newsreel, I'm David Seidel, NEWS-7.)) Forecasts
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S-Tech


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Virginia Tech ran out of steam in the second half and Temple's Quincy Wadley chipped in 21 as the Owls beat the Hokies 60 to 53.
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Bobby Hussey and his Hokies giving the Owls all they could handle in the first half.
Temple fell behind early but Quincy Wadley's three pointer cut the Hokie lead to three points.
Eddie Lucas spots up behind the line and nails this three pointer and the Hokies would take an 11 to 5 lead.
Tech led by one at the half but the Owls rallied in the second half Lynard Stewart taking it inside for the easy hoop to make it 42 to 41 Temple.
Russ Wheeler stepped up down the stretch here he takes it in and scores off the glass but the Hokies still trailed by one.
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Hokies and Temple holds on to beat Tech by a score of 60 to 53.
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S-Carolina


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Shammond Williams scored 32 including a couple of three pointers in the second over time to lead North Carolina to the 107 to 100 win over Georgia Tech.
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Former Yellow Jacket star Mark Price in the stands watching the game.
And his team came through on this play Michael Maddox hits the three pointer to send the game into the first overtime tied at 80 to 80.
Carolina took control early in the second overtime when Williams drives to the hole and scores th basket to make it 94 to 92.
But the Yellow Jackets come right back Matt Harpring working hard inside and getting the offensive and put back to make it a one point Tar Heel lead.
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Tech/100/;with just over a minute left in the game when he hits the three pointer and Carolina wins it 107 to 100 in double Overtime.
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S-Duke


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In Raleigh, Duke regained its edge three days after losing to arch rival North Carolina.
Trajan Langdon pulls up behind the line and hits the three pointer and the Blue Devils led by 7 early in the game.
State's C.C. Harrison gets the pass on the back door play to score 2 of his game high 18 points.
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State/49/;Devils and Duke cruises to the easy 65 to 49 win over N.C. State.
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S-Scores


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Michael Jordan overcame a bout with the flu to lead the East to a 135 to 114 win over the West in the N-B-A all Star game.
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Jordan survived a rough weekend and he received a standing ovation when he was announced as a starter for the East.
If this was his last all star game he went out in fine fashion Jordan led the East by scoring a game high 23 points earning M-V-P honors.
But the young lion Kobe Bryant put on a show with some amazing hoops Bryant led the West with 18 points.
Lets check out all of today's scores.
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Sports Tease


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And up next, Rusty Wallace takes a trip to Victory Lane winning the Bud Shootout in Daytona The Express wins in a shootout on the road.
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And Scott Simpson has to work overtime to get his first win on the P-G-A tour in five years.
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S-Daytona


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Speedweeks at Daytona has been reserved for brothers only. Saturday Bobby and Terry labonte captured the front row for the Daytona 500 and yesterday Rusty and Kenny Wallace finished 1 and 2 in the Bud Shootout.
Mike Stevens has more on a wild day at the track.
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That's it for sports. Have a great day everybody.

S-Golf


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Scott Simpson's first win on the P-G-A tour in five years didn't come easy.
Simpson need a playoff hole to win the Buick Invitational.
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Charger quarterback Stan Humphries carried Simpson's bag during the final round.
Simpson and Skip Kendall finished regulation tied at 12 under par but he set up the winning birdie putt with this chip shot that ended up about 8 feet from the hole.
He made this putt for birdie while Kendall missed his shot at birdie that would have forced another playoff hole. Simpson shot 64 yesterday.
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Gil Morgan won the Seniors L-G championship closing with a 4 under par 68. Morgan finished at 210, 6 under par for a 2 shot win over Dale Douglass and Raymond Floyd.
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Billy King of Blue Hills shot 78 yesterday to finish at 226, 10 over par.
A wild finish at Daytona. Mike Stevens will have that later on mornin'.

S-Express


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The Roanoke Express rebounded on the road tonight beating Wheeling 5 to 4 in a shootout.
Tim Christian had a hat trick for the Express tonight and Chris Lipsett had a goal and an assist including the winner in the Shootout.
Roanoke returns to the Roundhouse Tuesday night against Peoria.

Video


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You could say they're lip-locked, maybe even tongue-tied-
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but couples across the country aren't having any trouble communicating a desire to win this weekend.
They're participants in the World's Longest Kiss Competition- sponsored by "Breath Savers".
Smoochers in 15 parts of the country are trying to kiss their way to New York- the site of next month's National Kiss- Off.
The Grand Prize is a trip to Paris.
After that, the couple's names will be entered into the Guiness Book of World Records.
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