Preventative measure declared in Tazewell County amid rising COVID-19 cases
Tazewell County officials declare a state of emergency to expand public health powers, request state and federal aid, and secure supplies. County Administrator Eric Young cites rising case counts and strain on health care, with the measure to stay in place until the Board of Supervisors terminates it.
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Biden vows to finish Kabul evacuation and avenge deaths
President Biden pledged to complete the Kabul airlift for Americans and Afghan partners despite a deadly ISIS bombing at the airport that killed 13 U.S. service members and many civilians. He vowed to hunt the attackers and to strike ISIS assets, leadership, and facilities with force and precision.
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Booster shot rules limit eligibility to immunocompromised
Mercer County Health Director Roger Topping says only those with immune related conditions may receive a COVID booster and only for Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. No authorization exists for others yet, with Gov. Jim Justice noting the current federal stance.
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Beaver Graham football game postponed triggering local cautious optimism
Local business leaders in Bluefield anticipate economic impact after the Beaver Beavers versus Graham G-Men game at Mitchell Stadium was postponed due to five positive COVID-19 cases and 70 quarantines at Graham High School. No new date announced. Nicole Coeburn of The Ble Spoon Cafe notes ongoing adjustments as merchants watch for updates.
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