Ice storms close interstates and trigger multiple accidents
An ice storm snarled travel across parts of Virginia and West Virginia with I 81 closures after a tractor trailer overturn and a jackknife. Police reported several injuries on routes including U S 52 in Mercer County while officials warned of continued ice on primary and secondary roads. Meteorologists warned of more cold air and possible additional snow as weekend forecasts call for highs in the 30s and a 20 percent chance of snow showers tonight.
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Tazewell
Wythe County
Virginia
Buchanan County
Mercer County
Bramwell
Frank Phipps
Department of Transportation
Bland
Bluefield
West Virginia
Phipps
McDowell County
Mark Shelton
Jackson
Toll increases spark concern for commuters and tourists
West Virginia toll authorities raise rates on the turnpike, prompting warnings of tougher travel for smaller vehicles and potential routing changes. E Z Pass rates stay at 95 dollars annually per toll plaza, while the North Beckley plaza remains 25 cents. Local officials warn higher tolls fund maintenance and a major capital plan, including a new Shady Spring interchange.
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Millner
Gregg Barr
Parkways, Economic Development and Tourism Authority
Barr
North Beckley
U.S. Route 19
Rick Taylor
Bluefield
West Virginia
Taylor
Marshall Long
Dmercer
Shady Spring
Passenger Car and Truck Rates Increase Noted
The report notes planned rate jumps for transportation with passenger cars rising to $3 and trucks to $9, reflecting a new pricing policy and its potential impact on travel costs.
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A-1
Prescription
Thass
Hiedye I
Princeton Community Hospital
Rogers Street
Tru Procerintian
Stafford
Princeton
Wee Lovee Trucks
John Eye
Big Sandy Furniture
Oakvale Rd
Johnston Chapel
Ridge Road
Johnstonchapel.org
Mercer Street
Princeton, WV
U.S
Morgan
Fenton Art Glass
Dina B. Brown Pottery
Mort Kinstle
Gertie Mae
Rae Gree
Princeton Elks
Maple Acres
Green Valley
WVU
Cellular One
Ayia
UCM
Mir
Orr
Subur
Ee Ae Led
Poel
Clur Neti
Cellularone
Cellularoneweb.com
Harper Road
Harper Rd
Beckley
Oak Hill
Fayette Landing
East River Plaza
Oceana
Crossroads
Robert C. Byrd
Lewisburg
Gateway Boulevard
Mercer Mall
Cook Parkway
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