McDowell County towns explore consolidation with new coalition
McDowell County residents debate consolidating Northfork Keystone and Kimball with surrounding communities as the McDowell County Revitalization Coalition pushes a plan to unify municipalities. The final decision rests with each town's citizens while discussions could reach a ballot next year. Charles Owens, Daily Telegraph editor.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Personnel Listing Period Note
The note lists roles at the Bluefield Daily Telegraph including News Editor State Editor Sports Editor Publisher and several named staff members such as Randy Deason Samantha Perry Nabensseepeaney Tammie Toler Barbara Hawkins Bob Redd and others with job titles like Executive Editor Managing Editor City County Editor senior copy editor and business writer. It ends with a biblical verse from Psalms 34 6.
Coal truck weight limits strain West Virginia roads
The West Virginia Legislature set a 120000 pound limit on coal trucks but left funding and bridge upgrades unresolved. DOH engineers warn smaller bridges may fail under heavier loads while 1730 miles in 14 southern counties are designated for higher hauls. Revenue from a 5 cent per ton coal fee will take years to accumulate, prompting 2004 session debate.
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Bluefield W V business climate criticized in letter
A Bluefield West Virginia reader laments the city’s business climate. He cites building permits and B O taxes as burdens, noting a $3 000 heating job cost 100 and a home water heater permit of 22. He argues taxes and policies push business into Mercer and Tazewell counties and contrasts with Bluefield Virginia. He urges public servants to change attitudes.
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Confusing warnings and rising costs in Virginia news
National report finds color coded homeland security warnings confusing to many in Virginia. Heat advisories warn of dangerous temperatures for seniors. Insurance fraud costs Virginia households about 1000 yearly while nationwide losses reach 80 billion. Virginia shoppers report higher grocery prices in Q2. A Mexican trade mission eyeing stronger Virginia farm markets and increased small grain exports is noted. West Virginia officials prepare for emergency planning discussions in Charleston. Barbara Hawkins, Daily Telegraph state editor.
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