Elk reintroduction eyed for Southwest Virginia tourism
Samantha Perry reports on a potential elk reintroduction in Buchanan and nearby counties after the Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries vote. The plan envisions sourcing from safe populations, winter quarantine testing, and eventual viewing areas for tourists while weighing economic benefits against disease risks and public concerns.
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Boynton
Kentucky
Virginia
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A fragmented OCR listing staff roles shows names like Andy Patton and Birian Woodson with editorial titles. The garbled line references editors and a colorless note about dominance, offering little reportable event or outcome for a standalone news item.
Tazewell County urged to relocate 911 center openly
Sheriff H S Caudill complains of deplorable third floor water plant facility with leaks and cramped space while the Board of Supervisors faces restrictions on relocating to the old junior high. Officials call for open talks to resolve differences and find a suitable site promptly for a safe efficient emergency center.
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Tazewell County
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Caudill
Wireless 911 Board
Tazewell
Mnere
Board of Supervisors
911 Center
Jim Spencer
Freedom of religion questioned by backlash over mosque near ground zero
The writer criticizes President Obama for remarks on Ramadan and a proposed mosque at ground zero, arguing religious freedom and public prayer are endangered. The piece cites national sentiment and accuses the administration of sidelining the National Day of Prayer while framing faith as a political issue.
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Barack Obama
Obama
America
Bowling's House of Art opens in Bluefield Arts Building
The grand opening and ribbon cutting at ary Bowling's House of Art in Bluefield celebrated a new venue in the Arts and Crafts Building. Local artists showcased work and the space hosted music events with guest Lady D the First See More Lady of Soul, plus door prizes and refreshments. Dreama Denver attended in support. An open mike session followed last Thursday featuring young performing artists.
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House of Art
Bluefield
Lady D
Bowling
Dreama Denver
Book signing and political notes on Appalachia and Bluefield
Wilson Butt hosts a House of Art book signing for Abraham author of The Spine of the Virginias at Pocahontas Press Blacksburg. Abraham credits Stuart McGehee and discusses Union West Virginia. West Virginia primary election looms with Kennedy era reflections and calls to vote wisely as Bluefield resident Wilson Butt notes weather and civic mood.
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Pocahontas Press
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Union
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