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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 2001
Page
1
Local news notes a solid kickoff to the new fiscal year as Princeton reports improved early indicators across departments and budget lines, signaling healthy momentum and cautious optimism for the coming months.
A broad market surge follows stronger earnings leading to a Wall Street rally. Investors push major indices higher as optimism grows about corporate results and economic momentum.
Pecans bring crunch and depth to catfish dishes on the homefront. Chefs pair flaky catfish with toasted pecans to enhance texture, offering a comforting contrast amid wartime rations. The pairing appears in home cooking guides and local taste features.
Sears donates new children s clothing to be distributed at Montcalm Family Worship Center Bluefield Union Mission and McDowell County Outreach Office in Welch for flood victims. For more information call 327 8167.
Charles Owens reports 1200 to 1500 people in McDowell County remain homeless after last week’s floods. Families stay in churches and shelters or with relatives while FEMA awaits 150 temporary housing units for southern West Virginia communities. A FEMA spokesman notes tents along highways.
FEMA spokesman Lloyd Barningham says a disaster recovery center was opened in Northfork on Tuesday to assist flood victims seeking federal funding. Additional facilities are planned for Kimball Anawalt and Welch with hours from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. six days a week as of Tuesday more than 1368 county residents had applied for federal aid.
Traffic on U S Route 52 through McDowell County will be heavily delayed as two National Guard units move in and out today. The 276th Battalion Virginia National Guard departs McDowell toward Bluefield while a South Carolina unit arrives in the county. West Virginia State Police escort the movement.
State Police investigate after the body of 21 year old Robert Salyer of Raven Virginia is found at Pinnacle Rock State Park near Bramwell late Monday night or Tuesday morning. Initial assessment suggests no foul play but officials keep all options open. Rescue squads locate and recover the body in a heavily overgrown area at the foot of the rock.
The Mercer County Board of Education upheld the expulsions of two Bluefield High School students charged under the Safe Schools Act after a revolver was found on campus. A third student involved also faced a 12 month expulsion following closed hearings May 24 and a ruling by Judge David Knight.
Noon gatherings held by Noon-Quota International at Holiday Inn Bluefield and by Princeton Mercer County Chamber of Commerce at Johnston's Inn Princeton. Board meeting details include dates Thursday and locations.
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