West Virginia marks 20th anniversary of mine safety law
Residents miners and environmentalists gathered in Kistler to mark the 20th anniversary of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act. They noted progress citied by signs of regrown hills and returned fish but pressed for $1.2 billion from the Abandoned Mine Lands fund to clean up abandoned mines and aid affected communities. UMW President Cecil Roberts urged Clinton to release funds and cited high poverty in coal counties like Logan. Rep. Nick Rahall received an award for championing mine safety and cleanup legislation.
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City Board Sets Economic and Recreation Goals for City
The Bluefield City Board plans an economic development commission and a youth business incubator while seeking financial fixes for Parks and Recreation. Mayor Nelson Walker notes the department spends about 500000 annually and takes in 100000, urging a coordinated plan to raise revenues and cut costs as a master plan develops. The board also aims to name 15 members plus ex officio participants to the commission to collaborate with Rick Moorefield, the community economic development specialist.
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Man spots stolen Suburban on highway and phones police
Alan Ecker of Alamo California spots a Suburban matching his stolen vehicle behind him on a highway. He calls police from the car he is riding in while keeping it in sight as CHP stops the car and arrest the driver. The car had 800 more miles but was returned to Ecker.
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Red Cross Bloodmobile at Bluefield Youth Center
On Thursday August 7 the American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at Bluefield Youth Center on Stadium Drive from noon to 6 p.m. The weather forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with highs in the upper 80s and lows in the lower 80s. Visit the Daily Telegraph website for more.
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World War II Remembered conference at Bluefield State College
Local historians collect memories from World War II veterans as Bluefield State College hosts a free August conference in Dickason Hall. Jim Worsham of the Creative Retirement Center interviews residents, videotapes their stories, and presents background on the war with upcoming two hour sessions from August 4 to 8, inviting public insight from attendees.
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Princeton City Council poised to approve 25 year PCH lease
Princeton Community Hospital officials say a 25 year lease with the city would end speculation of a sale to Columbia-HCA and unlock Mission 2000 plans. PCH President-CEO Dan Dunmyer notes the lease formalizes ongoing operations, enables a $17 million ER expansion, and supports future joint projects with Bluefield Regional Medical Center.
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