Winter storms test preparedness and community aid
Greg Jordan reports from the Bluefield region on winter power outages and the need for readiness. The piece highlights personal experiences with outages, heat and fuel worries, and tips like flashlights, non cook meals, and heat packs. It notes local nonprofit groups expanding utility assistance and urges neighborly aid amid tight economies.
Earthquake Fire Followed by Still Small Voice
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Blue Holly Day kicks off in Bluefield downtown weekend fun
Blue Holly Day debuts in Bluefield with an ice skating rink on Raleigh Street, a 1 p.m. Christmas parade, a holiday photo village, Grinch and Santa appearances, and a Craft Beer Brawl from noon to 5 p.m. Admission details vary by age, with free skates for under 18 and half price for 18 and older. City officials praise the effort to boost local merchants and showcase downtown improvements. The Holiday of Lights at City Park caps the day.
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Letter proposes toll adjustments on West Virginia turnpikes
Marvin Woodie Jr of Bluefield argues tolls on I 77 from Bluefield to Charleston should end after 2019 when bonds are repaid. He suggests closing two booths and opening three new ones at Morgantown Charleston, Parkersburg Charleston, and Huntington Charleston to maintain revenue, calling for equitable income while noting state needs and gas tax funds.
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Regulatory bullying and the Dodd-Frank backlash
Jay Ambrose argues that the Dodd-Frank act expands government overreach including life insurance provisions. He criticizes regulators for overreach, cites high rule counts and costs, and warns of reduced consumer choices and higher prices amid ongoing Obamacare effects.
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