Bluefield Prepares Homecoming 96 Under Mountain Festival
Bluefield outlines plans for Homecoming 96 a year long celebration tied to Mountain Festival 96 May 23 to 27 and the East River Mountain Overlook Restoration Celebration ending May 27. Officials project over 15000 vehicles daily at city entrances and note 137 WV communities are crafting similar events. Governor Caperton calls the effort a statewide showcase of community progress and welcome.
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Russell
East River Mountain
Nelson
West Virginia
Gaston Caperton
White Christmas in Mercer County Forecast Delights and Doubts
Weather expert Belk says snow is likely for Christmas with most Mercer County spots showing about one inch on the ground while McDowell County reports only traces. Highs will be in the lower 30s and no major storms are expected soon. Long-range computer models show roughly one third chance of above normal snowfall in January. The region’s rugged terrain makes precise forecasts difficult.
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Belk
Mercer County
National Weather Service
McDowell County
White Christmas Weather Impacts Snow Removal Crews
Snow Removal Ice Control teams shift to two 12 hour shifts to boost coverage as temperatures rise to melt ice. With wind chills dropping to 0 to 5 degrees and persistent black ice on shaded routes, crews face tough conditions. December holidays temper staff availability but offer standby options to keep county roads clear.
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SRIC
Campbell
Colgan Air Help Moves Forward At Regional Airport
Colgan Air remains a key regional carrier as Authority Vice Chairman Charlie Peters urges help to keep the airline afloat. The authority signals future options and plans to advertise for a Fix Based Operation to attract outside management, with pilot leaders supporting an FBO to improve facilities and services.
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A-1 Authority
Charlie Peters
Colgan Air
Gilley
Pilot Association
Mike Geiger
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