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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1990
Page
6
The forecast shows cloudy to partly cloudy conditions with variable sunshine. Temperatures range from the mid 40s to the mid 60s with highs near 50 to 60 and overnight lows from the upper 30s to lower 40s. scattered showers possible in the morning or southeast regions, otherwise drying and mild through Thursday.
PRINCETON The Mercer County Board of Education postponed action on closing Bramwell High School to allow time for public input on consolidation. A 21 day window will permit opinions, with a special session planned. The panel also discussed exams policy and related teacher input while approving $5000 for landscaping at Princeton High School.
Health reporters warn that ongoing recruiting failures will leave Mercer County without an obstetrician as two current doctors retire. Physicians cite high malpractice costs and rising civil suits, urging tort reform. West Virginia has lost 141 physicians since 1989, with lawmakers eyed to address testing costs and insurance pressures.
Dr. Wolfe of CTC outlines a 2000 ton per day coal to gas process ready for a full-sized commercial plant in Southwest Virginia. Feasibility for a federal energy department study could enable construction by August 1991 with federal support. Rahall calls it part of a new energy policy. Fuel outlets already reach several Virginia counties.
Storms Tuesday dumped up to 3.5 inches of rain in West Virginia flooding roads and closing schools while the state Emergency Services Office logged reports of damage to homes. Flood warnings covered at least 17 counties as officials noted no major river problems.
At a public hearing Falls Mills officials discussed PSA water system expansion. Private users with 30 others face a $200,000 upgrade or water cuts. Some residents oppose funding non-user charges while seeking a resident vote before proceeding. Board eyes rate decisions for next year with January 1 start date under review.
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