Gov Justice imposes COVID-19 hospital and campground orders
West Virginia Governor Jim Justice issued two executive orders to halt elective surgeries statewide and close private campgrounds to new out of state arrivals. Those already in the state may stay, while safeguards aim to conserve PPE and reduce spread as state sees lower positive test rates than national levels.
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West Virginia
Local restaurants adapt to stay open during pandemic
Local restaurants in Bluefield area pivot to carryout and home delivery as West Virginia and Virginia halted indoor dining to curb the virus. Community leaders urge residents to support mom and pop eateries, tip staff, and use curbside service to help sustain jobs and avoid permanent closures.
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West Virginia
Virginia
Tazewell
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Tazewell County
First arrest made for stay at home violation
Mercer County man charged with domestic violence petition violation also cited for defying Gov. Justice stay at home order. Deputies pursued Randall Browning as he left his home and was spotted near Melrose Square and Eades Mill Road before being detained. The case includes a DVP on file expiring Aug 26.
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M.R. Lacy
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Mercer County Sheriff’s Department
Randall Browning
Mercer County Magistrate Court
Browning
Melrose Square
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Eades Mill Road
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Murphy
Tazewell County clamps down on outdoor gatherings
Tazewell County officials moved to disperse gatherings at outdoor venues that ignore social distancing orders. The Board of Supervisors, led by Chair Charlie Stacy, directed law enforcement to patrol parks, playgrounds, and basketball courts where crowds have formed.
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Tazewell County
Tazewell
Board of Supervisors
Charlie Stacy
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