Obama approves Yemen rescue as Somers life in danger
President Barack Obama said he authorized a rescue attempt in Yemen for photojournalist Luke Somers after authorities indicated his life was in immediate danger. Somers and a South African teacher died in the operation, which U S forces conducted with Yemen, according to the president and Secretary of State Kerry.
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Five Die In I-77 Crash Near Ripley West Virginia
West Virginia State Police report five dead in a multiple-vehicle crash on Interstate 77 near Ripley. A woman, two men and two male teenagers died, all from the same vehicle, with names withheld pending relatives notification. No further details were available.
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Remembered Dec 7 1941 and War Imprint on Bluefield
The Bluefield Sunset News and Telegraph produced extra editions announcing the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7 1941 with Roosevelt’s statement. By Dec 8 1941 the death toll at Pearl Harbor was estimated up to 300 at 2 335 service members. Community events included the Granada Theater Christmas Tree show titled U S S Santa Claus featuring Rex Eleanor and the Buskirk Brothers with Little Jimmy skits and Bill Dudley appearance.
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Fix It Bluefield targets long running trash near Kee Dam
City efforts under Fix It Bluefield address illegal dumping by a water source. Officials say they can assess requests, schedule cleanups, and inform residents when crews lack resources. Kee Dam serves Bluefield and nearby communities. Contact Blake Stowers for details.
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Community Christmas Tree fund appeal continues for 850 region children
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph reports the Community Christmas Tree campaign is $19,398.90 short of its $20,601.10 goal with 19 days left before the event. Donations can be mailed to Bluefield WV 24701 or dropped at the Telegraph office, made payable to the Community Christmas Tree Fund. Contributions on Saturday include $50 from Rotary Club of Bluefield and $25 from Mr and Mrs Danny Pendry grandchildren, with total to date $20,601.10.
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Shelters rally for winter as drive delivers pet aid
In a collaborative event, Save-A-Pet Food Bank at Bluefield Union Mission and partners from Tazewell County Animal Shelter Mercer County Animal Shelter McDowell County Humane Society and Pet Haven collected and distributed supplies. The drive yielded 2,272.7 pounds of dry dog and cat food plus dozens of cat and dog cans treats blankets beds toys litter and cleaning items.
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