West Virginia High Court Restores Mercer County Levy
The West Virginia Supreme Court reversed a circuit court ruling and reinstated Mercer County's excess school levy, letting the five year tax operation resume. Justice Workman noted language was not too broad and urged legislative action to clarify future levy language. Local officials welcomed the decision as good news for funding the school system.
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West Virginia Court Restores Mercer County Education Benefits
The West Virginia Supreme Court ruled Wednesday to restore fringe benefits and salary supplements for Princeton Mercer County Schools staff. The Mercer County Board of Education had voted June 22 to rescind 2.15 million in supplements and benefits, with an additional four million cut from the budget in July.
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Community calendar events and weather outlook
On today’s calendar the Straley Ringers Choirchime perform at Health South Princeton Senior Center Glenwood Retirement Home and First Community Bank with open house activities Weather calls for cloudy skies and a chance of showers with highs in the 50s and lows in the mid 40s Admission for after hours business events at Cole Chevrolet Cadillac Geo and Princeton Mercer County Chamber requires a $4 fee and a business card RSVP or fax contact provided Cellular One offers a tip line for Mercer Tazewell Bland Mon roe Summers Fayette and Greenbrier counties.
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Senate split over Bosnia funding and policy stance
The Senate rejected a motion to block funding for 20,000 American peacekeepers in Bosnia while expressing mixed support for President Clinton's policy. Debate centered on troop support versus opposition to deployment, with White House officials signaling cautious accommodation of the Senate’s stance as Clinton travels to Paris for the peace treaty signing.
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Angel in a Pine Tree
LUEFIELD The Pine Editor's note introduces a series on the 12 Days of Christmas. This first piece reflects on the Christmas season's joy and worries, decorating rituals, aromas, cooking, and time with loved ones and Santa Claus. It emphasizes gratitude and helping the less fortunate.
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Community Christmas Tree reaches $8330 with week left
Donors add $605 bringing the Community Christmas Tree total to $8,330 toward the $12,000 goal. Funds fund candy and toy bags for about 900 local children. The party is Saturday December 23 at the Bluefield Youth Center. Contributions can be delivered to the Daily Telegraph lobby or mailed to the Community Christmas Tree, Bluefield Daily Telegraph, Bluefield WV 24701.
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BRMC finally pays off debt and becomes debt free
Bluefield Regional Medical Center, after finalizing a $27 million note, becomes the region s only debt free community hospital. Board chair Charles A. Peters signed the last payment of 53 678.79, enabling funds to fund facility improvements and a rainy day fund.
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