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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 2002
Page
3
Hundreds of doctors in white coats swarmed the Charleston Capitol for annual lobby day urging lawmakers to pass malpractice reform during the election year. They want tighter rules to curb meritless lawsuits and oppose Governor Wise’s limited agenda, while leaders express limited willingness to act this session.
A local outreach group led by Hardin teams up to return to Uganda and assist communities in need. Volunteers prepare supplies and coordinate with Ugandan partners to support health education and relief activities. The effort underscores ongoing aid work and community commitment.
Virginia Governor Warner announces additional spending reductions headed for the budget, with a focus on state agencies and potential policy changes. The report notes the Virginia Military Institute and a legal group urging modifications to current policies as part of the broader plan.
WVVA reports a new FEMA region director appointment and analyzes implications for local flood victims. The piece outlines regional response changes, aid access, and potential timelines for assistance.
U S Cellular stores in West Virginia Maryland and Ohio accept Valentine cards candy DVDs and prepaid phone cards for service members aboard the USS Ross based in Norfolk Virginia. Drop off ends January 31 at all local stores.
McDowell County School Superintendent Dr. Mark Manchin announced a plan to consolidate Welch Middle School with Mount View High School and to consolidate Big Creek and Saeger high schools. He filed a $750000 grant application with the state School Building Authority to fund renovations at Mount View High School and the creation of Mount View Middle School. If approved, Welch Middle would close and students relocate to Mount View by fall, with renovations completed over the summer.
Dr. Robert B. Miller a 48 year old Canadian citizen and North Tazewell Virginia resident pleaded guilty to upcoding Medicare and Medicaid bills. He received 18 months in prison a 30000 dollar fine three years of supervised release and possible deportation upon release. Miller authorized a civil settlement for 13 million dollars on April 14 2000. His sentencing occurred after debates over loss estimates with the court adopting a higher loss figure. He must self report to federal prison by February 13.
At 7 30 p m the Mercer County Humane Society convenes at Western Sizzlin Steakhouse in Princeton. On Thursday the Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce holds a board meeting with the contact number 327 7184.
Local leaders say welfare reform is needed to help families exit federal aid though transitions will be tough. Mercer and McDowell Counties report many TANF cases nearing the 60 month limit, with 199 households reaching the cap. Craig Hammond of Bluefield Union Mission notes mixed outcomes as reforms unfold.
Mercer County Circuit Clerk records show May primary filing opened on Monday and a contest forming in District 25 Princeton area. Dr. Marshall Long and Delegate Richard Flanigan filed for the two seats, while incumbent Del. Mark Wills plans to seek re-election and is expected to file.
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