OSM approves West Virginia coal valley fill reforms
The U S Office of Surface Mining approved regulations requiring idle valley fills to be reclaimed within 180 days and tied reclamation to adjacent rock dumps. The rules, aimed at preventing failures like the July 19 Lyburn flood, apply state wide with a 300 acre mine disturbance limit and inspections ongoing by OSM and the West Virginia DEP.
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Beavers Fall Short In Wheeling Title Tilt
Beavers rallied behind Bluefield as they battled the defending Class AA champion Poca Dots at Wheeling Island Stadium. Despite optimism from Angel James and family and a season praised for its promise, Bluefield could not secure the championship and ended with a valiant effort.
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Highland Avenue resident eyed for Ward IV seat
Princeton City Council plans to consider Nancy O Neal for the Ward IV vacancy created by Ellen Allen's resignation. Mayor Ron Lively announced the recommendation to be presented at the Monday meeting with approval by a majority vote. If approved, O Neal serves until June when elections are held and three at large seats plus a special election are on the horizon.
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Officials warn roads may still be dangerous in Bluefield
Snow melted Friday but secondary roads remain hazardous with slush and possible ice on gravel and dirt paths. Mercer County Highways foreman Eddie Kessler notes main routes are in good shape after plowing and treatment but cautions drivers to be extremely careful until temperatures rise.
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Mercer County Department of Highways
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Community Christmas Tree Signups Underway at Bluefield Center
Shirley Harless speaks with Jessica Brittany and Bobby Gremore as they sign up at the Herb Simms Youth Center in Bluefield for the Community Christmas Tree event. Signups continue today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The party is scheduled for December 23 at the youth center.
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Bobby Gremore
Herb Simms
Bluefield
Community Christmas tree campaign continues
The community campaign to fund the annual Tree party pushes toward December 23. With over $10,000 still needed to reach the $12,000 goal, the event will serve more than 600 area youngsters. Signups began Friday, and $250 was added to the Community Campaign.
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