Obama road investment eyed to finish WV Route 52 rivals
Charles Owens argues Barack Obama’s infrastructure plan could fund big West Virginia projects. He urges Mercer and McDowell counties to push for completing the King Coal Highway and the Coalfields Expressway, leveraging a rare national window amid recession to retire Route 52 and improve safety on the snowbound corridor.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Staff Lineup and Quote
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists William Randy Deason as Publisher and Samantha Perry as News Editor with Andy Patton Brian Woodson Thomas A Colley serving as editors in various roles. The page includes a quoted Bible verse from Jeremiah 9 23 24 AKJV about wisdom strength riches and knowing the Lord.
Obama outlines large stimulus plan with shovel ready focus
The resident-elect says the economic rescue will be big and mainly target highways and bridges, with projects ready to begin now. Governors cite 136 billion in ready-to-go projects while Pelosi hints at 400 to 500 billion, and some Democrats imagine up to a trillion. The plan aims to save or create 2.5 million jobs amid steep 2008 losses.
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Local shopping plea urges support for Southwest Virginia stores
A reader advocates shopping locally this holiday season to boost the regional economy, preserve jobs, and aid community causes. The letter argues local businesses reinvest in the area, suggests buying locally whenever possible, and urges communities to welcome new shops to Southwest Virginia.
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Auto execs fly less, ride hybrids to Washington spotlight
Auto executives face scrutiny after flying in corporate jets then using gas sipping hybrids for the Washington trip. GM chief Rick Wagoner rode a Chevy Volt and shared driving in a Chevy Cobalt for a 525 mile journey with minimal stops. Critics question the perceived saving versus $600 plane ticket and $44,000 in implied costs. Wagoner’s pension and future work for a dollar raise further fuel debate as Chrysler and Ford leaders receive similar scrutiny. John Shott heads to Charleston with delegates for the next legislative session representing the 24th District.
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West Virginia Bridges and Local Notices From the Region
The WV Turnpike Authority emphasizes 116 bridges to maintain while the WV Division of Highways oversees 6315 spans over 20 feet including 566 on interstates and 131 on APD highways, far exceeding Turnpike upkeep. McDowell County students face long bus days. drivers urged to spot dark attire. LIEAP adds 200 to each regular recipient to ease heating costs. Judge Omar J. Aboulhosa receives appointment to the 9th Judicial Circuit. Family Court vacancy created. Local reflections close with wishes for blue skies from Wilson Butt.
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