McConnell agrees to floor vote on criminal justice reform
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he will bring the bipartisan criminal justice reform bill to the floor amid pressure from President Trump and GOP allies. The measure would shorten some nonviolent drug sentences, expand judge discretion, and focus harsh penalties on violent offenders while aiming to reduce prison crowding and save taxpayer dollars.
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Man accused of arson and assault pleads no contest
Omarr Romance Martin, 21, pleaded no contest to arson and unlawful wounding in a Roanoke case stemming from 2017 when prosecutors say he beat a 71-year-old man, bound wrists and ankles, and set a bed ablaze in an apartment, causing 35000 in damage and displacing other tenants.
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Breakfast event in Bluefield sponsored by two chambers
A Saturday report on the annual Point of View Breakfast notes the event held Friday in Bluefield was sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce of the Two Virginias and the Tazewell County Chamber of Commerce.
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Community Christmas Tree party marks 101st event in Bluefield
Volunteers from Christmas Street Reds mobilized 20 to 25 people to shop for 11 to 12 year olds while Rhonda Thompson bought toys for 9 to 10 year olds. The 101st Community Christmas Tree party will be held December 20 at the Bluefield City Auditorium with a start balance of 23,928 dollars and ongoing donations sought to meet the campaign goal.
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Roads Modified to End Semester After Christmas
School calendars adapt to Winter Storm Diego with snow days and late schedules. Bland County and Virginia Department of Highways note cleared main roads but poor secondary roads remain. Tazewell County shifts end of first semester from December 19 to January 11 due to weather. Brown cites five days missed so far this year, lacking contingency hours.
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Mercer County Health Board vacancy sparks debate and delays
The Mercer County Commission considered appointing Hicks to fill the health board vacancy amid contention over former member Puckett's dismissal. Archer supported Hicks while Puckett opposed. no appointment was made as parties await state guidance. Tense remarks touched on Hepatitis and HIV concerns as the county faced ongoing health issues.
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Ordinance for Fireworks Regulation Advances in Mercer County
At a Tuesday meeting the Mercer County Sheriff depart ment was authorized to regulate violations of an ordinance governing fireworks. A concerned attendee asked who bears responsibility if fireworks are used at apartments, and Commissioner Greg Puckett said the property owner is liable. No objections were raised. Princeton and Bluefield already ban fireworks. only licensed firms may fire them. A second reading and public hearing are planned for January 8, 2019.
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