Naval Academy Plebe Grind Tests Crawford’s Resolve
Christiana Crawford of Bluefield, now 19, completed her plebe year at the U S Naval Academy in Annapolis after a rigorous selection, nomination, and application path. She recalled the demanding initiation and the need for a senator or representative nomination, with Rockefeller, Byrd, and Rahall among those backing her bid.
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Va's 9th District Redraw Swirls Around North Bid
Virginia lawmakers debate congressional maps with talk of extending the 9th District from the Tennessee line to Clarke County to pit Iran-Contra figure Oliver North against long time Rep. Rick Boucher. The idea emerged after North spoke at the June 1 GOP convention and has since fueled speculation in media and political commentary.
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Make-Believe Sally Reflects Different Child Outcomes
A pretend four year old sits under a oak in her yard humming a bright day as she rocks a dolly. Though her life seems secure with a good home and high paying parents, she is not a real girl but a composite profile illustrating contrasting paths.
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Budget digest discloses Mercer County funding for 2001-02
State Senate and House of Delegates plan allocate 755000 for Mercer County as part of 10th Senatorial District. Senate dedicates 321000 to Mercer. House totals 434000 with 60000 for Windy Mountain Learning Center, 25000 for Bluefield Rescue Squad, 20000 for Craft Memorial Library upgrades in Bluefield. In Princeton area: 25000 for Princeton Rescue Squad, 15000 for Princeton Public Library expansion, 10000 for local economic development, 30000 for Mercer County Commission on Aging, plus 20000 for King Coal Highway Authority and unspecified Shawnee Parkway Authority funds.
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Mercer County Receives State Budget Allocations
The state Senate designates Mercer County $321,000 from a $755,000 10th Senatorial District allotment covering Monroe Summers and part of Fayette. The House of Delegates digest allocates Mercer County $434,000.
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Local Park Project Budgets Reported for Extension Plan
A summary table lists funding figures for state park efforts including Bulltail Hollow Water Extension at 57000 dollars Glenwood Recreation Park at 86000 dollars Camp Creek State Park at 16000 dollars and Pinnacle Rock State Park at 25000 dollars as part of the annual budget A-3.
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