Weather notes for The Virginias and surrounding days
The Virginias forecast lists high temperatures reaching 81 to 91 degrees with lows around 63 to 50 across the referenced years 1983 and 1979. Data include a 6:42 a.m. sunrise and sunset, plus precipitation figures for Aug 19 2001 and Aug 20 2000, with totals for the last 30 days and since Jan 1, 2001.
Four Seasons Country Weather Outlook
Forecast calls for Four Seasons Country with a high near 80 to 85 degrees today and lows in the 60s. Partly sunny skies give way to a chance of afternoon showers. Tonight remains partly cloudy. Tuesday expect highs around 80 and lows near 60 with afternoon showers. Wednesday sees highs in the 80s and partly cloudy conditions. Thursday outlook not provided.
Construction advances on cross over intersection near College Plaza
Virginia officials report a $600000 project by Ken's Construction to rebuild ramps and install traffic signals at a cross over near College Plaza. Demolition of pavement is underway with paving affected by cool weather. One westbound lane will stay open. Delays possible. drivers urged to slow and follow signs.
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Frank Phi
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Pipist Passion Draws On Scottish Roots In Young Piper
Chris Heizer, a fifth grader turned pipe musician, studies bagpipes and other instruments inspired by Scottish heritage. He performs with the Appalachian Highlanders Pipe and Drum Corps in Abingdon and has learned under Major Sandy Jones. Heizer hopes to join the US Air Force marching pipe and drum band after high school. He honors his McQueen clan as he dons the red and green tartan kilt and carries a traditional dagger for public appearances. He also plays at local funerals withAmazing Grace a frequent request. He will perform at the South Charleston Highland Games August 17 to 20.
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Heizer
Chris
No. 10
Betty Heizer
Shirley Temple
Rich
Joe Heizer
Betty
Queen
McQueen
G.S. McClenlan
Appalachian Highlanders
Abingdon
Sandy Jones
North American Academy of Piping and Drumming
Lynville
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Jones
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Caledonia
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Transit service marks McDowell Bluefield kickoff with trolley bus
A multi group effort by McDowell County civic leaders Bluefield Transit System and the state transit agency culminates in a launch ceremony. Susan O Connell WV Transit Authority will participate with Gov Wise unlikely to attend Welch Mayor Martha Moore Bluefield Mayor Bob Perkinson and others expected. Two Welch off McDowell drivers trained for the system. One way fares range Welch to Bluefield 2 Welch to Keystone 1 Welch to Superior 50 cents for routes. For information call 1 866 759 0978 or 304 327 8418.
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Bluefield
State
Crabtree
Susan
O’connell
West Virginia Transit Authority
Gov
Bob) Wise
Tal
Welch
Martha Moore
Robert E
Bob” Perkinson, Jr
Deb Sarver
Donnie Turner
West Virginia
Keystone
Superior
BRMC Plans Flexible Pay to Stem Nurse Shortage
BRMC moves to avert a looming national and local nursing shortage by approving a 1.3 million one time compression adjustment and a new Flexible Pay Plan. The plan classifies 188 jobs, bases compensation on market surveys, and offers incentives for certifications, overtime, and specialty work to retain nurses and attract staff.
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Bluefield Regional Medical Center
BRMC
Eugene Pawlowski
Pawlowski
Gary Cornwell
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