Mercer Republicans weigh 1996 WV Legislature bids
At a Willowbrook dinner Mercer County Republicans announced they may seek State House and Senate seats in 1996. John Rapp seeks re election to the county commission. John Thompson of Bluefield plans to run in the 24th District for the House of Delegates. Ike Southern noted statewide ticket hopes and Baldwin weighs a second bid.
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Turner Vision asks city to change dish law
Turner Vision of Bluefield asks Princeton city council to amend the code to allow 18 inch and smaller satellite dishes on fronts of homes. Attorney Tom Grarnik notes the 13 year old ordinance bans front mounting while technology has reduced dish size and changing signals. Turner Vision has installed about 2000 small dishes in five counties and claims FCC compliance.
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Bluefield
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Crystal Gross
Federal Communications Commission
Anita Skeens Caldwell
Wayne
Harold Wolfe
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Parole Board Seeks Criminal Justice Background for Review
The parole board continues proceedings while noting the applicant seeks a degree or relevant experience in criminal justice. Sidiropolis previously served as Caperton’s motor vehicles commissioner and as assistant highway commissioner for five years. Neuman filed a report on federal authorities in the Northern District of West Virginia mentioning Sidirovolis. Bill Sherwood of Princeton TeleCable supports the ordinance if it ensures a free and open market.
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West Virginia
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Princeton TeleCable
Task force expands to countywide drug enforcement in Richlands
A 1988 initiated effort grew into a state police task force by 1992, led from Richlands with three full time specialists and six support staff. Command includes Bluefield chief Jack Asbury, Tazewell chief Dan Martin, Richlands chief Young, Sheriff Joe Johnson, Dave Daniels of Virginia State Police, and Michael Dennis from the Commonwealth’s Attorney Office. Project director William Puckett notes daily focus on drugs, with specialized equipment and strong interagency cooperation strengthening area law enforcement. Robbery in Richlands is rare, with the Oct 14 McDonald’s incident under active investigation and charges anticipated.
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Bluefield
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Richlands
Joe Johnson
Dave Daniels
Virginia State Police
Michael Dennis
Commonwealth Attorney’s Office
William Puckett
State Police
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