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Ax would fall on college graduation initiative in healthcare bill mergerSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:33PMSenate Democrats are ready to cut billions from a student loan bill, gutting one of the president’s major education initiatives. Read more...
Democrats seek quick health voteSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:45PMWASHINGTON — Under White House pressure to act swiftly, House and Senate Democratic leaders reached for agreement Friday on President Barack Obama’s health care bill, sweetened suddenly by fresh billions for student aid and a sense that breakthroughs are at hand.
Democrats optimistic on health bill voteSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:38PMWASHINGTON — In a sign of renewed determination and increased momentum, House leaders said yesterday that they are nearing an agreement on health care and could vote within the next week after a year of debate and months of delays.
City Council candidates forum touches on taxes, budgetSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:47AMPartisanship, taxes, budget priorities and volunteerism were among the top issues raised Friday during the first candidates forum of the Lynchburg City Council race.
Lawmaker eyes Atlas for college campusFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:07PMThe Schools at Atlas Park? That’s one option being explored by Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley (D-Middle Village) in recent discussions with college and city officials.