Hopes for 1998 From Bluefield area residents
Continued from B-1 for the new year. Teachers Gerrie Porter and Anita Martin of Graham and Bluefield express wishes for added support in education and cleaner surroundings. The Scott family of Bluefield Virginia hopes for more restaurants and stronger family values along with Bluefield College’s greater community impact and economic improvement. Jennifer Compton desires new business and jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerrie Porter
Anita Martin
Graham
Bluefield
Martin
Scott
Don
Peggy
Paul
Becky Scott
Bluefield College
Dr. Scott
Jennifer Compton
Rodger Woodrum
Rocky Gap
Woodrum
Lawmakers weigh education changes and tax options
Bills are cleanups aligned with federal changes and late-session introductions. Underwood plans 18 pages of proposed legislation with early introductions and a panel guiding education funding reforms. The focus includes an education panel report, a possible statewide excess property tax levy, and budget challenges with a projected $80 million growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Underwood
Jim Teets
Bob Kiss
D-Raleigh
House Finance
Harold Michael
D-Hardy
County Seeks Input on Vision 2000 Plan Additions
County commissioners urged all interested citizens to propose additions or deletions to the Vision 2000 Plan. Input from community meetings and further information collected at the County Commission office through Feb. 2 will shape a responsive master plan guiding future funding and projects. For more details call (304) 487-8306.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Draper
County Commission
Treatments for snoring and sleep apnea in children and adults
Dr Harris discusses causes of snoring including overweight status and enlarged soft palate and neck tissues. He notes snoring can signal sleep apnea, which affects about four percent of middle aged men and may lead to high blood pressure and heart issues. Treatments include weight loss, treating infections, CPAP, and new Somnoplasty with radio frequency waves to reduce throat tissue, plus possible surgery or tracheotomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harris
Boucher outlines 1998 agenda and district gains
Rep. Rick Boucher cites a 40 percent rise in Chapter 11 filings in 1997 and promotes a move to Chapter 13 for those who can pay. He backs copyright reform, electrical market competition, and TVA privatization steps. Legislation expands college tax credits, broad health insurance for uninsured children, and a new VA outpatient clinic in Virginia’s Ninth District. He aims to locate a federal prison in Tazewell, Buchanan, or Dickenson counties and plans about 75 town meetings in 1998.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boucher
House
Energy and Commerce Committee
Tennessee Valley Authority
Southwest
Virginia
Tazewell
Buchanan
Dickenson County
1997 Turns for Mercer West Virginia Tourism Growth
Beverly Wellman of Bluefield Visitors and Convention Bureau says improvements to the Arts and Sciences Center mark a memorable 1997. County leaders unified tourism efforts, fueling growth and lasting benefits. Ray Bragg notes a 1997 turnaround with about 300 telemarketing jobs added.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverly Wellman
Bluefield Visitor’s and Convention Bureau
Arts and Sciences Center
Arts and Crafts Center
Bureau
Wellman
Mercer County
West Virginia
Ray Bragg
BRMC Expands Outpatient Lithotripsy Scheduling
In contrast to older methods needing hospitalization, the lithotriper procedure is performed on an outpatient basis with patients staying briefly. BRMC schedules cases every fourth Wednesday and may add days if needed, according to Tammy Halsey, director of marketing and public relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor
BRMC
Tammy Halsey
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Hiebert
A/C
Bedliner Ltd
Witt
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