Protest Grows Over Powhatan Post Office Shutdown
Residents continue to condemn the U S Postal Service decision to suspend Powhatan Post Office services effective Dec 8. Northfork Assistant Fire Chief Tim Taylor warns of protests and pickets while noting increased risks traveling Route 52 and criticizing lack of advance notice. Mail will be routed to Kyle Northfork or Elkhorn offices with options for boxes and stamps.
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Powhatan
U.S. Postal Service
Northfork
Tim Taylor
Taylor
Kyle
Elkhorn
Postal Service
Route 52
Holiday Decorating Contest Under Way in Bluefield
The Bluefield Beautification Commission sponsors a Christmas Holiday Decorating Contest for town residents. Entries due by December 12 at Town Hall. Judging December 18 by Commission members. Prizes: first $25, second $15, third $10. Judging criteria include originality of lights, number of lights and ornaments, themed display, aesthetic appeal, and creative expression of the Holiday Spirit.
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Bluefield
Town Hall
Mercer County Board revises school suspension policy
The Mercer County Board of Education updated its expulsion and suspension policy to align with the Safe Schools Act of 1995, including protections for eligible students with disabilities. Firearm related suspensions may be up to three days or 10 days annually, with hearings to determine disability relationship and possible placement up to 45 days. non related cases may lead to a 12 month expulsion with services during expulsion. Special Education policy and procedures were updated to ensure compliance and include multidisciplinary evaluation for students seeking services.
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Princeton
Mercer County Board of Education
Brothers of the Wheel gear toy drive aims to aid 20 children
Highlands Chapter Brothers of the Wheel motorcycle club plans “A Christmas to Remember” for area kids. Tigger Johnson says 20 children identified with help from the Welfare Department will receive outfits and toys. Additional funds and toys will assist other agencies with collection points at Woody's Cafe Matoaka and stores in Princeton Bluefield Mercer Mall and more. A December 23 party is set for the Princeton Recreation Center.
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Bluefield - Highlands
Brothers of the Wheel Motorcycle Club
Tigger” Johnson
Welfare Department
Johnson
Matoaka
Bluefield
K-Lite 100
Mercer Mall
Advance Auto Parts
Stafford Drive
Princeton
Ramey Chevrolet
U.S
Brothers of the Wheel
West Virginia
Ohio
Highlands
Princeton Recreation Center
VDOT Offers Snow Driving Tips For Winter Roads
Virginia Department of Transportation releases winter driving tips for safe travel. Clear windows lights and mirrors before driving. Keep an emergency kit with salt sand or cat litter. Avoid cruise control. Maintain distance behind snowplows and do not pass them. Do not abandon or park blocking plows. contact Highway Helpline for conditions.
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Richmond
Virginia Department of Transportation
Mobile. V
Virginia
Lions Sponsor Santa Visits at Princeton Events
Lions Club volunteers raise funds for the less fortunate by selling brooms and mops and by sponsoring Santa Claus visits at business and private parties. Donations support Lions activities. For reservations or information call 487-3779 or 425-3504.
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Lions
Princeton
Santa Claus
Lions Club
City keeps coverage to cut costs on insurance changes
Princeton city council approved insurance moves to offset a $17,000 premium rise from the West Virginia State Board of Risks. Acting City Manager Wayne Shumate said lower rates offered less coverage, so the panel stayed with current protection. Council also awarded a $7,000 carpet installation bid for the Princeton Business Center and canceled the Dec. 18 meeting.
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Princeton
West Virginia State Board of Risks
Wayne Shumate
John Conley
Paul McMannay
West Virginia State Board of
Princeton Business Center
Murphy Carpet Mart
Draper
Betty Hutchens
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Springville
North Tazewell
Brothers of the Wheel’ Gear Toy Drive
Tony Barbery
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Daitl
Opa Taiieet
Kammer
Kammer’s
Wood Hall
Hunter
Green ‘Baker’s
La-Z-Boy
Tammer Furniture CO
Pulaski
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