Flood recovery efforts urged as surveys aid FEMA aid
Mercer County officials urge residents to complete damage assessment surveys after severe flooding in southern West Virginia. Officials say surveys gather data for a potential FEMA disaster declaration and federal assistance. Governor Morrisey has requested presidential approval for major disaster aid to West Virginia.
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Meals tax hearings set in Tazewell County Virginia
Two public hearings are scheduled on a proposed meals tax for Tazewell County. The ordinance aims to bolster fire protection and emergency medical services in the county, according to a legal advertisement in the Daily Telegraph. The Board of Supervisors set the first hearing date and location.
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McDowell County Schools Plan for Next Days
In the wake of last weekend's flood many McDowell County schools remain closed since Monday as planners map future school days while individual schools provide meals and essential services to affected students and families after a major storm dumped inches of rain across the county.
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WVU Princeton Community Hospital opens 18 new private rooms
Hospital CEO Karen Bowling announced phase one of a fourth floor renovation at WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital. The 18 upgraded rooms include Stryker beds with wireless care team alerts, private tiled bathrooms, and comfort features to enhance the healing environment for patients.
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