Weather Forecast For Saturday In A-10
The forecast calls for partial sunshine, wind, and cold with a chance of a flurry. Expect a high near 28 degrees with mostly cloudy skies tonight and a very cold low around 8 degrees.
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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1986
Page
1
The forecast calls for partial sunshine, wind, and cold with a chance of a flurry. Expect a high near 28 degrees with mostly cloudy skies tonight and a very cold low around 8 degrees.
The Dow Jones industrial average declined 11.38 to 1,912.26 as the week ended with a 12.80 point loss. NYSE volume totaled 126.61 million shares, down from 135.99 million on Thursday.
A two year examination on teen age pregnancies sparks debate as its core recommendation focuses on prevention of adolescent pregnancy as the key strategy. The report’s findings carry significant implications for policy and public health approaches.
Washington lawmakers voiced anger over ongoing Iran arms sales inquiries as two National Security Council staff refused to testify. The probe centers on how the policy was developed and funded, with key figures Poindexter and North invoking the Fifth Amendment.
President Reagan said the administration will press ahead with governing and develop domestic policy moves in areas including catastrophic illness international competitiveness agriculture budget development and energy. Proposals will be outlined in the State of the Union next year with major welfare changes giving state and local officials more discretion in aid distribution.
A late Friday fire at Matoaka Elementary School caused roof damage to the upper level and extensive smoke intrusion. Firefighters extinguished the blaze by 11:40 p.m. with units from East River and Montcalm on scene, Princeton Rescue Squad assisting ambulance calls, no injuries reported. the school serves about 280 students in grades K through 6.
State hospitals joined Gov. Arch Moore in a secret plan contributing about 10 million dollars. Officials say the move could wipe out the Medicaid backlog and even leave a surplus when the Legislature convenes. Bluefield Community Hospital gave 300,000 and St Luke's over 31,000 as part of the arrangement.
A Texas developer may halt plans to build a shopping center on U S Route 460 in Bluefield if the city board denies another developer a similar request. The developer has not identified himself or released details, but former Bluefield Mayor Edwin Elliott learned of the plan when asked to help locate a potential site. Mayor Paul Cole said he learned of the plan after reading a local notice.
Charleston AP report says welfare checks thawed Friday despite Auditor Glen Gainer's claim of only $9 million on hand to cover $65 million in bills. Gov. Arch Moore threatened removal, citing funds on hand and potential malfeasance.
A national study by the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations projects state personal income taxes to increase in 33 states including West Virginia, unless laws are adjusted. West Virginia faces an 11 percent rise unless the Legislature lowers state rates. Rhode Island and Vermont would see the largest declines. The report, based on 1986 projections, notes 10 states could experience net decreases.
Estimated changes show increases in multiple states led by Louisiana at 28 percent followed by Colorado 22 percent and others with 19 to 1 percent increases. Several states lack data for estimates. Decreases noted in Rhode Island 11 percent Vermont 11 percent and North Dakota 10 percent along with Nebraska 9 percent and a group with less than 1 percent or no effect in Alaska Florida Nevada South Dakota Texas Washington Wyoming.
Less than two weeks remain for Bluefield area residents to fund gifts for about 1200 children as the community tree total climbs above 4000 dollars after a 220 dollar gain. About 6000 dollars more are needed to ensure full support. Donations can be mailed to Bluefield Daily Telegraph P O Box 1599 Attention Business Office Bluefield West Virginia 24701 or delivered in person to 928 Bluefield Ave.
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