Wall of Fallen Warriors portable memorial eyed by Mercer County
A Mercer County Commission meeting heard Fallen Warriors seek funds to build a portable memorial wall honoring veterans from Bland to Wythe Counties including Beirut and Panama casualties. The 26 foot wall would display 402 Mercer County names and could travel to fairs and festivals if funded. the commission approved 3500 dollars.
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Easter egg hunt along Hatfield McCoy Trail draws riders
Mercer County sees Easter egg hunt on Pocahontas Trail with Hatfield McCoy riders. Executive Director Jamie Null and volunteers hid eggs from a four by four at Mud Pit ATV Resort to boost spring riding season. Local businesses contributed prizes for participants and visitors.
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Moisture prompts renovations at Princeton church
First Christian Church Disciples of Christ of Princeton is undergoing major renovations to address moisture damage in an aging building. Pastor Steve Janning notes mortar is disintegrating and workers must grind out old mortar to replace it as scaffolding and bucket trucks line the site. The 1907 church has a long renovation history and lost historic status 18 years ago after prior caulk repairs failed to stop moisture intrusion.
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Ordinance to limit firework times and places second reading
Mercer County Commission advanced a fireworks ordinance to a second reading on April 9, following an initial reading in March. The measure would restrict when and where fireworks may be used within Mercer County, reflecting ongoing local regulatory efforts.
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