Tomblin cites WV fiscal strengths and future debts
West Virginia Governor Earl Tomblin outlines the state’s debt payoff over 40 years for the teachers retirement system and notes a $600 million rainy day fund. He warns other states face larger deficits while WV tracks above tax revenue estimates by $120 million. He warns about Other Post Employment Benefits liabilities and unused sick days, and discusses I-73/74 King Coal Highway funding prospects.
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Tragic Domestic Shooting Claims Scottie Shupe in Va
Police say Scottie Shupe, 35, of Abbs Valley, is the gunman in a fatal domestic incident. The body was found near Jenkin Jones. authorities say the death appears self-inflicted. Abbs Valley Elementary went into lockdown as investigators secured the scene and searched nearby areas. The couple reportedly separated for months and share a daughter.
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Guilty plea in Diamond Land burglary case sets 1 to 10 year term
Leyva, a Cuban national, pleaded guilty under a best interest agreement to one to ten years in prison for the Diamond Land burglary after prosecutors dismissed the grand larceny charge. Evidence showed a roof entry, acetylene torch use, $135,000 in goods and $25,000 cash stolen, with tools and a 1968 Mullens High School ring found later. The judge ordered 1 to 10 years and restitution unlikely to be collected. Clark urged the maximum penalty, noting the store’s loss and family hardship.
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Community Christmas Tree signups push for 750 children
Donations Friday of 265 pounds the year’s total to date reach 2455 toward a 30000 goal. Bluefield Daily Telegraph sponsors the Little Jimmie program which signs up hundreds of area children for a gift filled party on December 22 at Bluefield City Auditorium. Volunteers including Rebecca Perry Dolores French Courtney Matney Nyoka Merilie describe slow Friday signup but expect Saturday gains and note many requests for necessities like diapers wipes and clothes. Donations come alongside memorial gifts from families and individuals, with totals listed for the Community Christmas Tree Fund.
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