Monroe County weighs options after redistricting veto
Monroe County officials led by Commission President Shane Ashley weigh next steps after Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin vetoed the House redistricting bill. The commission, which hired attorney Jeffry A. Pritt, plans to meet with their delegate to craft plans the House can adapt into new district maps while ensuring Monroe’s representation.
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Magician Ammar shines at Fincastle charity show
West Virginia native Michael Ammar performed at Fincastle Country Club Bluefield to benefit the Community Foundation of the Virginias Inc. The show drew about 150 fans who enjoyed card and coin tricks, a lemon bill reveal, and playful banter with audience members including Chandler Swope. Ammar recalled Morgantown beginnings and thanked donors before a standing ovation.
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State drug abuse report panel to unveil statewide recommendations
Gov Penny Tomblin and U S Attorney Booth Goodwin will present recommendations from a statewide prescription drug abuse report at 1 30 p m on the Mercer County Courthouse front lawn in Princeton. West Virginia State Police Superintendent Smithers will unveil a new awareness tool for children to educate about dangers of sharing prescription drugs.
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Virginia declares day of mourning for fallen Navy SEALs
Gov. Bob McDonnell designated Friday as a day of mourning in Virginia for 30 U.S. military members killed when their helicopter was shot down in Afghanistan. Many victims belonged to a Navy SEAL team based in Virginia Beach. Flags will fly at half staff from dawn to dusk Friday.
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Arson suspect waives hearing time limit
Mercer County man charged in a series of fires at Coppola's Trailer Park waived the time limit for a preliminary hearing. Roger Wayne Chandler, 40, was charged July 26 with one count of first degree arson for a July 21 fire. A new hearing will be scheduled. tips to state arson hotline encouraged.
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