European Stocks Have Biggest Weekly Gain Since July on Growth in U.S. Jobs

European stocks posted the biggest weekly gain since July as reports from the U.S. and China reassured investors that the economic recovery is not faltering and takeover speculation increased.

Mother of victim’s son faces uncertain future

On Aug. 23, Irease Lee “Nito” St. Louis was shot and killed. Now his family is desperately trying to pay for his funeral. They need $7,000.

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Although there is a massive recall of eggs nationally because of salmonella contamination, there has been no recall from major stores in the area. Dear Reader, This content is only available to subscribers of The Daily Advance print and/or e-edition.

The Rockbridge Traveler

Although kids are back in school, the Traveler still thinks it is summer. The weather tells me it is summer, the Calendar tells me it is still summer (until Sept. 23), my garden tells me it is summer, and I still want to do summer things.

Advance Auto Parts Finished At A New High For The Year

Advance Auto Parts (AAP) traded in a range for the bulk of Friday's session, but climbed throughout the final 90 minutes of the afternoon. The stock finished higher by 0.61 at $55.89.