Trump faces raft of foreign policy challenges in new year
President Donald Trump begins 2020 amid heavy foreign policy tests including North Korea nuclear talks, escalating tensions with Iran, Syria troop withdrawals, and ongoing friction with allies. Impeachment trials and reelection pressure complicate moves as Afghanistan seeks a potential Taliban peace and broader regional stability remains unsettled.
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John Lewis Faces Advanced Pancreatic Cancer at 79
Georgia Congressman John Lewis disclosed Sunday in Washington that he has advanced pancreatic cancer detected earlier this month. The last survivor of the Big Six said he will continue to serve from Capitol Hill while undergoing treatment and may not be in Congress for all upcoming weeks.
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New Year Trails Boost West Virginia ATV Tourism
The New Year’s travel pattern continues as families, including Taylor and her relatives, ride trails into Virginia after Christmas. Warmer than average Bluefield weather boosts holiday trail activity with increased ATV reservations at Buffalo Trails Resort. Manager Jenni Stamper notes locals and tourists fill cabins and parking lots as year end approaches. Contact Emily Coppola.
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Mercer County plans seek funds for dilapidated structures
Mercer County leaders discuss using a proposed funding plan to assist counties in addressing dilapidated structures and to support a related ordinance. They aim to improve ADA access at the courthouse, relocate records from the jail basement, expand Day Report Center space, and move the sheriff to a larger site. Water and sewer projects, trails, and park improvements are also on the agenda to boost tourism and jobs.
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