Red Cross Will Remain in Bluefield, Officials Say
East River Mountain Area Chapter board members heard officials summarize ongoing internal reviews of the chapter finances and operations. State field service manager Chris Dale refused to disclose specifics, stating only that the Red Cross will stay in Bluefield and continue providing services. The meeting was executive and closed to the public.
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Driver charged after Pembroke diesel spill and crash
John R. Blankenship, 44, of Athens, faces reckless driving and failing to maintain control charges after a right side embankment strike caused a tractor trailer to overturn near Pembroke. About 5,000 gallons of diesel spilled, traffic delayed nine hours, with lanes reopening by 11 p.m. Clean up continues for weeks as responders and a private contractor handle the site.
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WVPA President presides at annual convention events
Frank Wood of the Register-Herald Beckley serves as 2001 WVPA President and leads sessions this weekend. Highlights include the President's Reception, Better Newspaper Awards Reception and Banquet, Dr. Dan Angel luncheon, Tamarack tour, Grandview Park cookout, Theatre WY performance, and the Hall of Fame Breakfast with Foundation meetings and golf tournament.
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Chinese Acrobatic Team Set for Pipestemn Park Show
The Chinese National Acrobatic Team will perform at Pipestemn Park at 2 30 PM for WVPA members and guests. Newspaper entries will be on display before the reception and banquet.
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Kirby murder trial recalls defendant interview in probe
Jurors watched a 2 1/2 hour videotaped interview of Timothy Eugene Kirby in the McDowell County murder case. Prosecutors pressed inconsistencies in his statements about the 1989 killing of Henrietta Matney as Beavers’ charges were dropped. He denied guilt, saying he never killed anyone while the state vowed continued investigation.
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