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Laurence Hammack
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Roving Reporter, Roanoke Times
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By Laurence Hammack Verified| Roanoke Times Verified A two-time Roanoke City Council candidate is facing election fraud charges related to his most recent campaign last year. Jamaal Jackson was indicted April 7 by a city grand jury on four felony counts of making a false statement on an election form. On or around March 17, 2024, Jackson “did unlawfully and feloniously commit election fraud by willfully making a materially false statement” on a form required of candidates by state law, the indictments charge.
By Laurence Hammack Verified| Richmond Times-Dispatch Verified An appeals court has reversed the conviction of Terry Eugene Michel, a Franklin County man found guilty by a jury of killing his two Labrador retrievers in a case followed closely by the community. In a 2-1 decision, the Virginia Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that prosecutors failed to prove that Michel acted cruelly — a required element for a felony conviction — when he shot both dogs point blank in the head.
By Laurence Hammack Verified| Roanoke Times Verified A two-time Roanoke City Council candidate is facing election fraud charges related to his most recent campaign last year. Jamaal Jackson was indicted April 7 by a city grand jury on four felony counts of making a false statement on an election form. On or around March 17, 2024, Jackson “did unlawfully and feloniously commit election fraud by willfully making a materially false statement” on a form required of candidates by state law, the indictments charge.
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Roanoke Times
The Roanoke Times is a historic daily newspaper based in Roanoke, Virginia, serving Southwestern Virginia since the late 19th century. Founded as the Roanoke Daily Times in the 1890s, it was the region's first daily newspaper and has evolved into a significant news source with a daily circulation exceeding 100,000. The newspaper covers local, regional, and national news and has maintained a strong presence in the community. In addition to its print editions, The Roanoke Times transitioned to digital page design in 1994, enhancing its accessibility. The newspaper also boasts extensive historical archives, with over 2.4 million searchable pages dating back to 1886. Owned by Landmark Media Enterprises, The Roanoke Times continues to adapt to modern trends while preserving its commitment to delivering news to its audience in Roanoke and surrounding areas.
Roanoke, United States
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Founded: 1886