Critics urge RNC to replace Trump at special meeting
Deeply frustrated Republicans circulate a petition to force a special RNC gathering to discuss ousting Donald Trump as the party nominee. Organizers say the move is a long shot but aim to avert Election Day disaster and pressure party leaders to consider alternatives.
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Trial date set for man accused of assaulting a trooper
Michael Lowery, 55, of Carrollton, Georgia, faces trial September 6 in Princeton for malicious assault on West Virginia State Trooper J. Tupper after a proposed plea could not be finalized. A status hearing was set for August 29. Lowery was arrested June 10, 2015, following a confrontation at Grassy Branch Road in Princeton during which Tupper sustained injuries. The case focuses on an incident involving an ASP baton and alleged assault after a safety pat down. Lowery is jailed at the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver. Malicious assault of an officer carries a 3 to 15 year sentence if convicted.
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Back to school supplies drive feeds 400 children
Graham High School athletes assist with a free hot dog night and face painting while pastors prepare 400 back to school bags for area students from preschool to high school. Don Scott helps move bags to the sanctuary as volunteers gather supplies for those in need.
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Correction on Fire Department Grant Allocation
Green Valley Glenwood Volunteer Fire Department in Mercer County did not receive the 41 572 Assistance to Firefighters Grant. The award went to the Green Valley Fire Department near Huntington, according to Green Valley Chief Dave Thompson.
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Mercer County Board of Education to hold regular session
Brief items from Princeton and nearby towns note the Mercer County Board of Education will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Seminar Center at the Mercer County Technical Education Center Princeton. Agenda includes citizen input and personnel matters along with other items.
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