Blue flu keeps McDowell deputies out for eighth day
McDowell County Sheriff Steve Cox and Deputy Ron Blevins run bailiff duties as blue flu keeps most deputies home for the eighth day. Cox says he has worked daily over 11 days and pressed for raises, but the commission offered reallocation of funds instead. State Police Sgt. D B Rogers notes higher call volume and ongoing manpower shortages due to other duties.
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Bluefield man donates tool to Oak Grove cemetery cleanup
Joe Alexander near 91donates a brush ax and mattock to Oak Grove Cemetery volunteers. The 7.2 acre site with 6000 to 8000 graves has not been cleared since 1974. Volunteers plan a Saturday cleanup for the 22nd week, with First Baptist Church of McDowell providing a midday meal.
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