Holiday of Lights Display at Lotito City Park Bluefield
Today through January 7 dusk the Holiday of Lights displays run at Lotito City Park Bluefield. Community notices list NARVRE Unit 180 meeting at Western Sizzlin Bluefield VA, Kiwanis at Western Sizzlin Princeton, AARP Chapter 2147 Bluefield Va meeting at VFW Bluefield WV, and a Tazewell County Bicentennial Grand Finale at SVCC Community Center. Also an annual New Year’s Eve party at Pipestem Resort State Park.
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Lotito
National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees
Narvre
Western Sizzlin Steakhouse
Bluefield
Bluefield-Tazewell, Va
VFW
Bluefield W.va
Tazewell County
Southwest Virginia Community College Community Center
Pipestem Resort State Park
Wise picks for DEP head balk at job for family reasons
Gov elect Bob Wise faces rejection of his first DEP head choice David McAteer citing family commitments. McAteer, head of the MSHA, says he would love the job but cannot relocate. Wise had weighed raising the $65,000 state pay to attract a candidate, while McAteer earns $122,400 at the federal post. David Satterfield did not reveal next options or candidate count.
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Charleston
Bob Wise
State Division of Environmental Protection
Davidt McAteer
U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration
McAteer
Wise
Panhandle
DEP
David Satterfield
Last Minute Christmas Shopping Surges At Local Store
Bluefield's Cumberland Road Kmart saw heavy crowds and cart shortages as shoppers rushed for last minute buys. Manager Gary Beaver reported strong weekend business and year over year gains, noting extra shopping days. Some economists warn of slower Christmas sales this year due to economic concerns. A Princeton shopper blamed previous overspending and maxed credit cards for tighter buying.
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Bluefield
Kmart
Cumberland Road
Gary Beaver
Beaver
Princeton
The Christmas Spirit Through Time in Our Valley
The piece reflects on how Christmas has changed from past hardships to modern life. It contrasts old traditions of community, simple gifts, and home-made meals with current tech heavy celebrations. Amid memories of World War II poverty, it affirms the enduring spirit of giving and family joy.
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Kentucky
Oakvale
Bluefield
Princeton
Santa
Santa Lo
Town eyes wellness facility merger with hospital plans
Town official Wood outlined a proposed wellness facility to house rehabilitation and wellness programs and to consolidate recreation activities. He noted ownership details are pending, with fund raisers planned and grant funding sought. A preliminary design has been prepared by Thompson and Litton, and endorsements from business and industry leaders are being pursued.
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Wood
Thompson and Litton
Wishes for Peace and Food Across Town Voices
Residents of Bluefield Princeton and nearby towns share views on global turmoil and personal wishes. Bill Dove yearns for peace while Sheila Warner hopes for health. Jeff Bailey seeks world hunger relief and Brittany Bennett desires universal happiness through aid.
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Sheila Warner
Bluefield
Jeff Bailey
Princeton
Brittany Bennett
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Athens Kiwanis Club
Western Sizzlin
A-1
Starz School of Dance
w-Dixie
Starz Actor's Connection
STAR
North Street
Vaal
Bill Dove
Byers Choice Carolers
Anheiser Busch Steins
New Graham Pharmacy
Hallmark’ Cards & Gifts
le Fe Sea Hcl Ltd
Erent Sneee
lotTeme Ros Rocts Sre
SALE
Kim Rogers
Sea Olalet
MCR
CRC
UTC
West, Zo
Ockpor En Rey
Eae RP
Lem
Kids’ Sportswear
Rem SU Ucm Srem
Cee Heme Weer
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