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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 2001
Page
1
West Virginia University coach Rodriguez states the Mountaineers are on track after early-season progress. He notes improvements in defense and offense and remains confident heading into upcoming games.
The Muscular Dystrophy Association calls for volunteers from Bluefield to support the Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon airing September 2 and 3. For details or to volunteer, contact the Charleston MDA office at 304 344 9807 or MDA national at 800 572 1717.
Princeton area hospital leaders including Dan Dunmyer, Gene Pawlowski, and Deane Beamer back Gov Wise's plan to form a malpractice insurance purchasing pool for all West Virginia physicians. They say they lack details but agree action is needed as rising rates threaten health services.
Tazewell County schools reopen as sweltering temperatures prompt early dismissals. With many buildings lacking air conditioning, officials will monitor conditions and adjust the schedule. students will leave early today and Friday, with potential further dismissals if heat persists.
Charles Owens reports that Tazewell County schools conclude a system wide transportation overhaul. The board earlier cut the transportation director post and reassigned duties to four principals, signaling full implementation as students return today.
McDowell County Board of Education President Jennings Boyd urges exploring all options for Northfork Middle School as students face potential Aug 27 term start. He cites flood impact, continuity needs, and ongoing maintenance actions, including removed boiler pipes, with Welch Middle as a considered alternative.
Bluefield Daily Telegraph reports a Business After Hours event hosted by the Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce at 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Details include networking opportunities and a chance to connect with local business leaders.
Bluefield residents flocked to Marathon on Cumberland Road for Powerball tickets as the region buzzed over a 100 million dollar jackpot. The drawing occurred last night with no winner reported, setting up a larger prize for Saturday. Rueben Carter of Bluefield said he plays daily and would love to win. Sheila O Briant bought tickets at Marathon and noted she was unaware of several details.
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