Parks centennial showdown aims for better trails and funding
Washington debate pits Obama plan for 1.5 billion in three years against GOP limits as lawmakers seek to clear a long maintenance backlog. Backlog stands near 11.5 billion with maintenance needs at Mammoth Cave Glacier National Park and other units. Republicans push fewer new units, Democrats urge steady funding and private endowments.
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New Image Signs to drop Lemon Drop at Bluefield New Year
Celebration plans include Federal Street serving beverages and live music with midnight breakfast. New Image Signs will lower this year's Lemon Drop for Bluefield at midnight as 2016 arrives, according to Satterfield. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordana bdtonline.com.
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Community leader and journalist Bill Archer profile
Longtime Daily Telegraph journalist Bill Archer combines a demanding career with extensive community service. He partners musically with Karl Miller and has chaired WECAN for 16 years while serving on multiple boards including Bluefield Rescue Squad and United Way of the Virginias. He holds a WVU English degree, authored eight Arcadia Images of America titles, published about 125 magazine pieces, and has won multiple regional honors. He and wife Evanda reside in Bluefield with three grown children and six grandchildren.
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