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Group Asks Va. AG To Look Into Strike Harassment Allegations PDF Print E-mail
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The National Right to Work Legal Foundation alleges that some law enforcement officers turned a blind eye to harassment of Dublin Volvo factory employees by striking workers.

 

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Sour grapes
written by WilliamA, March 13, 2008
Sounds like a bunch of BS too me. These police officers are too professional to do something that stupid. Probably a worker who crossed the line wants to make a name for themself other than "scab"
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Intrexon Corporation Secures $25 Million Series C-2 Investment

Intrexon Corporation, a privately held life sciences company focused on biotherapeutic control systems, announced Wednesday (May 7, 2008) it has closed a $25 million Series C-2 financing by New River Management V, LP, a private investment fund managed by Third Security, LLC. Previous rounds of investment have been provided by New River Management IV,LP, New River Management V and NewVa Capital Partners, LP, a regional investment partnership. Funds and other entities managed by Third Security have invested a total of $56.5 million in Intrexon to date.

 
March Unemployment Rates Rise, Fall Across The NRV

While the unemployment rose slightly statewide for the month of March, a couple of areas in the New River Valley also saw an increase, while one county remained steady and another one dropped.

 
AEP Named The Most Adoption-Friendly Workplace In Energy And Utilities

For the second consecutive year, American Electric Power (NYSE: AEP) has been named the most “adoption-friendly workplace” in the energy and utilities sector by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

 
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  • Mount Tabor Ruritan Club Fish Fry
    May 10, 2008
    All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry from 5 to 7 p.m. at Slusser's Chapel Picnic Shelter, 1531 Mount Tabor Road, Blacksburg. Fish, Fries, Slaw, Homemade Desserts, and Beverage. The Blacksburg High School Jazz Band will be playing. Adults-$7, children (under...
  • Mountain Top Extreme 2008
    May 10, 2008
    Jason Kerr- Powerful Youth Evangelist paired with 3 phenomenal Christian Bands...Floyd County\'s own Statement, returning from last year- Skyline Drive and Nashville recording artist-The Opposed. Saturday, May 10th at Floyd County High School. The...
  • Blacksburg's Backyard Bazaar
    May 11, 2008
    Sundays, April 6th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm,and continuing through October. Come to the Farmer's Market at the corner of Draper Road & Roanoke Street to enjoy live music and Sunday flea markets. Blacksburg's Backyard Bazaar is sponsored by the...
  • Week of May 12th - NRV Blood Donor Locations
    May 12, 2008

    The American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be making the following stops this week:

    May 12thNew River Valley Donor�Center - Blacksburg7:30am to 4:00pm
    May 13thNew River Valley Donor Center - Blacksburg7:30am to 4:00pm
    May 14thSpinnakers @ Best Western -...

  • Montgomery County Board of Supervisors Meeting
    May 12, 2008
    Monday, May 12th from 7:15pm to 10:00pm. Public meetings are the second and fourth Monday of each month at the Montgomery County Government Center, 755 Roanoke Street in Christiansburg. Closed sessions begin at 6:00pm. Open sessions begin at 7:15pm....
  • Montgomery County Planning Commission Meeting
    May 14, 2008
    The Montgomery County Planning Commission will meet on Wednesday, May 14th from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. In the unincorporated areas of the County, the Planning Department administers the comprehensive land use plan, zoning ordinance, and subdivision ordinance;...
  • Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Commission Meeting
    May 15, 2008
    Thursday, May 15th at 7:00pm at the Montgomery County Government Center. The Fire and Rescue Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the Board of Supervisors on fire and rescue services. For more information contact Neal Turner at 540-394-2146 ext....
  • Floyd Country Store - Friday Night Jamboree
    May 16, 2008
    May 16th. This Friday night, the evening begins at 6:30pm with bluegrass gospel from Bluegrass Inspiration. Then, it's Katie and the Bubbatones followed by Mastergrass as the evening heats up. Get there early for a good seat and try the Floyd Country...
  • Floyd Community Yard & Craft Sale
    May 17, 2008
    Saturday, May 17th from 7:00am to 2:00pm at the Citizens Telephone main office complex. Limited spaces available. First come, first served. Contact Donna Smith for details, 745-2111.
  • Farmers' Markets Across The NRV
    May 17, 2008

    Locally grown produce along with crafts, baked goods, plants and flowers, and more are all part of the various Farmers Markets in the New River Valley. Here is a list and schedule of Farmers Markets in our area (if you know of one that is not listed here,...

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