Colleges and town celebrate return of students in Bluefield
Steve Danko and Connie Saunders led an economic development effort to revitalize town spirit with a social that drew about 500 students from Bluefield College and National College of Business and Technology. Ruth Blankenship noted closer community ties as downtown businesses opened their doors and Skyline Drive performed while Pioneer Catering and Bluefield Beverages served food and drinks. Town Manager Todd Day praised the event for boosting school town relations and promoting Bluefield College, with council members Brent Chambers and Rick Taylor expressing support for two local campuses in Bluefield, Virginia.
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Iraq constitution draft finishes without Sunni endorsement
Iraqi negotiators completed a new constitution and sent it to voters but Sunnis rejected it as illegitimate. The move signals a political battle ahead of an Oct. 15 referendum, risking wider sectarian tensions among Shiites, Kurds, and Sunni Arabs.
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Old Gate City Elks Lodge roof collapse prompts relocation help
The three story Gate City Elks Lodge building at Wilson and Bland collapsed in early August. After bricks fell, asbestos removal was slated for Aug 27. Resident Henderson and seven children were moved to a motel with aid from the fire department and Union Mission. The city and Rev Moore pledged restoration assistance. The site had housed Thelma's Hotel and Booster's Fishmarket previously.
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BC to modernize Harman Chapel exterior and grounds
BC moves from interior work on Harman Chapel to exterior renovations after 40 years without major restoration. Plans include a more pleasing exterior image and improved functionality with phase two, funded in part by the Shott Foundation through Ruth Blankenship, director of corporate and foundation support.
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Bluefield College Completes Major Harman Chapel Renovations
Bluefield College outlines over 1 million in renovations funded by alumni and friends. Phase two adds exterior roof and landscape, creating a plaza near Harman Chapel for open-air programs, art shows, and receptions after campus events. The Shott Foundation contributed 100000 toward exterior work and has long supported BC projects.
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