Safety door injures riders at Beckley Exhibition Mine
At the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine during the Christmas festival a safety door struck a rear mine car as a mantrip pulled two cars up an incline. Three injured including a man a woman and a teenager were hospitalized. about ten declined treatment. The tour resumed shortly after.
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North Carolina man arrested for Raleigh County robbery
North Carolina resident James Hamrick, 28, was arrested near mile marker 11 on I-77 after a pursuit by West Virginia State Police detachment units. Police recovered the victim’s purse. Hamrick, who did not display a real weapon, was charged with robbery and jailed in Southern Regional Jail after arraignment. The investigation linked a Super 8 Motel robbery to the suspect, with officers from Pax toll and Turnpike Detachment assisting.
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A.P Christian
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Kimball Fire Contained After Downed Line Sparks Blaze
Kimball firefighters and West Virginia Forestry Division contained a forest fire north of Kimball after a downed power line sparked the blaze. Chief Jimmy Gianato said the fire began Friday morning and was held on the hill behind the old gas station. forestry crews remained on scene Saturday afternoon as the fire stayed under control.
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Vehicle deer crash blocks U S 460 near Tazewell
A vehicle deer collision tied up eastbound traffic on U S 19 460 near the Ramey Chevy dealership in Tazewell Virginia late Friday night. Police reported no injuries though a 2002 Chevy pickup sustained extensive damage. Responders remained on scene until about 11 52 p m.
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Manchin highlights McDowell County school rebuild effort
State SBA director Joe Manchin reflects on a five year struggle in McDowell County where 260 plus deficiencies were found across prewar facilities. New schools under construction include Big Creek Jaeger High, a Bradshaw elementary, and a War K-8. Return to local control by next summer hinges on completing ongoing projects.
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Community Christmas Tree fund total inching toward goal
Telegraph offices report slow contributions on Saturday raising $75 to reach $1,325 toward a $25,000 goal. Names listed include Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Smith giving $25 and a memorial donation for Margaret and Ervin totaling $50.
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