Bluefield seeks flood mitigation funds for Beaver Pond Creek project
Tazewell County and Bluefield officials plan flood defense work after multiple floods including Memorial Day 2028 and a Feb 15 event. Town Manager Andrew Hanson cites the hazard mitigation plan approved by the Cumberland Plateau Planning District and seeks planning grant funds to implement measures.
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Scoreboard install brings Graham High stadium dream closer
Bluefield Virginia watchers see progress as Graham High School installs a donated Hitachi Energy scoreboard on the practice field. School board member David Woodard and coach Tony Palmer praise the project as a step toward a full football stadium, with bleachers planned for September and fans to bring lawn chairs until then.
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Opioid funds sought for new rescue ambulances
Mercer County officials heard from Bluefield and Princeton Rescue Squads on Tuesday about obtaining opioid settlement funds to buy one ambulance each. CEO Mark Brooks outlined costs of EMS responses to overdoses and urged funding to continue independent Mercy County services.
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Bluefield Plans Splash Pad Grand Opening at City Park
Bluefield officials announced the splash pad at Bluefield City Park will open at 1 p.m. on July 17 with a grand opening event. City Manager Cecil Marson told the Bluefield City Board the celebration will feature a community gathering as residents cool off this summer.
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