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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 2002
Page
1
A small town newspaper notes a sad, dignified farewell to a goose, marking the end of its long presence in a local park. The piece reflects community reflection, noting familiar places, gentle routines, and the public’s shared sentiment. It mentions local volunteers and residents who gathered for the moment of farewell and memory.
A local acting coach known for budding talents embraces a Michael Jordan inspired approach while tracing roots to Bluefield. The profile highlights mentorship style, community ties, and ongoing workshops shaping performers in the region.
The shift of the final 40 percent ownership of St Luke's Hospital from Galen of West Virginia to Princeton Community Hospital will be seamless for patients, according to PCH Administrator Dan Dunmyer, but will immediately affect the City of Bluefield as the facility moves from for profit to new ownership before July 1.
Hasan Baig Bluefield chief financial officer says St. Luke’s Catholic hospital group ownership change places the facility in a tax exempt category due to charitable care and community services. Revenue impacts hover as September quarter begins, with potential layoffs and uncertain outcomes ahead.
Nearly 1,000 students from three counties in Southwest Virginia and southern West Virginia head back to summer classes after failing grades and missed work. In Tazewell County 452 students attend summer programs, Mercer County reports 64 students in grades 7 12, and McDowell County hosts about 450 due to May floods.
In Thompson Valley Virginia an early morning shooting left one person dead and two injured. Sheriff’s Captain Kevin Bell says the victim’s name and the male suspect are not being released. The suspect is undergoing surgery and faces charges including first degree murder three firearm counts malicious wounding and abduction. The incident remains under investigation.
A year after the July floods the McDowell County community plans a day of remembrance and healing. Survivor Jean Battle of Kimball cites Ecclesiastes 3 4 as fitting scripture for the anniversary. Celebrations are set for Monday at the Coal Heritage Museum on Route 52 in Kimball to honor those affected.
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