Mercer County gets over 5 million for road and bridge work
The West Virginia Division of Highways allocates more than 5 million dollars to Mercer County projects this summer. The plan includes 45 miles resurfacing costing about 1.95 million, over 2 million for bridge work, and six miles of guard rails for 300 thousand. Office official Buddy Campbell notes 24 resurfacing jobs should finish by October 31 as 67 workers continue routine maintenance and repairs.
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Wildflowers to Color West Virginia Roads
The Division of Highways and West Virginia Garden Clubs plan to plant wildflowers on state properties to beautify highways across the state. Acting Highway Commissioner Fred Vankirk says all opportunities to plant wildflowers will be taken. Assistant District Engineer Ivan Browning is drafting planting guidelines for DOH properties. Mercer County Supervisor Buddy Campbell outlines local plans.
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Welch Last Blast caps a busy festival day with stunt show
Welch wraps its Last Blast of Summer with Hollywood Stuntworld at Mount View High School. The festival featured Fancy Free, a Bluefield fireworks display, and a 5 K Run the Hill race won by Tim LaFon of Bland, Virginia, with 27 52. Contests included Queen and King of the Hill, tot trot, and a Welch car show coordinated by John Sidote.
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Preschool registration opens at Bluefield church
The First Presbyterian Church Preschool of Bluefield begins accepting registrations for September classes for ages 2 to 5. Programs include Time for Two's, 3 and 4 year old nursery, and a five year old transition class for those not ready for public school. An early arrival option at 7:45 a.m. is offered. call 327-9727 for details.
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Pisgah United Methodist homecoming in Tazewell
The Pisgah United Methodist Church in Tazewell plans its 197th anniversary homecoming on September 9. The day begins with an ana School at 10 a.m., followed by morning worship at 11 led by Rev. Dr. William Carter. Dinner on the grounds at 12:30 precedes an afternoon song service featuring the Revivalaires of Tazewell and Adoration and Praise of Bland.
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Exhibit space for SW Virginia Solid Waste Seagate Assoc meeting
Roanoke Marriott hosts the Southwest Virginia Solid Waste Seagate Association annual meeting and equipment show September 12 to 14. Exhibit space costs 350 dollars, limited to 32 vendors with half already reserved. Contact association president Don Henderlite at 703 646 3632 to reserve.
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Miss Tazewell County Fair Pageant Planned for Sept 8
The Miss Tazewell County Fair Pageant will be held September 8 at 7 PM in the Tazewell High School Auditorium. Open to Tazewell County girls ages 16 to 25, contestants must wear evening attire and obtain a sponsor to pay a $20 entry fee. each participant will receive a Certificate of recognition.
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Contact details for Daily Telegraph editors listed
Article provides two telephone numbers for tips and staff: News Editor Bob Pepalis and City Editor David Barker, with the Daily Telegraph contact line 327-6171. No further events or names are included.
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Parents sue over Greenbrier consolidation plan
A group of parents filed suit against the Greenbrier County Board of Education challenging a June decision to close six junior highs and open a new 8.7 million dollar school. The suit alleges failure to assess economic impact, provide a facility map, and limits on bus travel. A second hearing is tentatively set for August 27.
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Lunch crowd thins at Joann's Pantry as Guardsmen deploy
Martinsburg WV AP The 167th Tactical Airlift Group of the West Virginia Air National Guard pulls out to the Middle East dropping men and equipment from C 130 aircraft. About 194 volunteers have shipped since Aug 8 with 30 based in Saudi Arabia. Local patrons notice a 50 percent drop in lunch business as regulars deploy. Company manager Bob Garza says little is said and regulars are missed.
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Hartley selected to run in Fifth District race
Democrats at a Bland County convention chose Giles County Commonwealth's Attorney James Hartley to run in the Fifth District House of Delegates race against Barbara Stafford. Hartley, 37, spoke of cutting legislators salaries by 10 percent and reviewing the budget line by line. He will campaign in Bland, Giles and part of Tazewell counties while continuing as Commonwealth's Attorney until the election.
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