Tazewell Business to Business Showcase Returns in October
Tazewell County plans the sixth annual Business to Business Showcase at Southwest Virginia Community College Charles R. King Community Center October 14 and 15. The event, hosted by multiple chambers and the economic development office, offers networking and previews of regional products with an after hours reception on October 14 and a 9 am to 2 pm show date on October 15. First 100 local firms submitting by October 1 receive a free 10 by 6 booth, reception tickets, and two lunches. extra space is $150 per booth. For details call (276) 988-1271.
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Noted West Virginia artist opens Fashion Dolls exhibit in Mount Airy
Pete Ballard, a 78 year old artist and former teacher, unveils Fashion Dolls and Paintings by Pete Ballard at the Gertrude Smith House in Mount Airy North Carolina. The Sept 7 reception marks a blend of his dolls and art with the museum hosting nearly 500000 visitors over time. Ballard discusses his global teaching career and the craft of combining technology with traditional arts.
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Plastic food storage safety and Tupperware BPA concerns
EarthTalk notes most Tupperware is safe but some containers use polycarbonate plastic No 7 that can leach BPA after repeated use. It cites Green Guide data favoring HDPE No 2 LDPE No 4 and PP No 5 for repeated food storage and dishwasher cycling, while highlighting continued consumer caution toward plastics in contact with food.
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Diamond in Mahood papers sparks archival find in Bluefield
Researchers led by Dr. C. Stuart McGehee at the Eastern Regional Coal Archives uncover original 1939 Bowen Field blueprints among the Mahood collection donated by the family of architect Alex B. Mahood. The note details Mahood’s Bluefield landmarks and notes changes to the ballpark grandstand including a concession area beneath it.
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