King Coal Highway Authority Elects First Chairman
The Central Appalachian Highway Economic Development Authority held its first meeting at Marshall University in Huntington. Jim Spencer of Bluefield was elected as the authority’s initial chairman. The 15‑member panel includes reps from Mercer McDowell Mingo Wayne and Wyoming counties. The group will pursue development and tourism along the King Coal Highway corridor tied to I 73/74/75.
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Wellness program aids mental health of moms-to-be in WV
A new pilot program aims to expand mental health support for hundreds of pregnant women with substance use disorder in West Virginia. The effort targets those served by the West Virginia Perinatal Partnership and its Drug Free Moms and Babies Program, led by Janine Breyel.
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Christmas Tree donations rise. total hits $15,471
Bluefield community Christmas Tree campaign known as Little Jimmie enters its 107th year as donations arrive. After a day with no gifts, contributors added 1400 dollars on Thursday, narrowing the shortfall to 34,529 to meet holiday wishes for hundreds of children. The Bluefield Daily Telegraph sponsors the drive.
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Giving Tree returns to aid Mercer County conservators this Christmas
Mercer County Sheriff's Department Tax Office renews its Giving Tree project featuring The Grinch to benefit 19 conservators. Community members may pick a star with a conservator’s wish or donate funds to buy gifts and a Christmas dinner. Gifts due by December 16 with a party planned December 20 after courthouse hours.
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