DOH awards contracts for Coalfields Expressway construction
The state Division of Highways awarded two contracts Tuesday to start construction next month on the Coalfields Expressway a four lane highway in McDowell and Raleigh counties. Delegates Yeager and Urps expect long term benefits for Welch and McDowell County with possible Welch to Beckley links within five years.
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County suspends school money
In Tazewell Virginia the county board of supervisors suspended approving more than 78000 dollars in unspent state funds for the school board. Vice Chairman Rasnick warned funds would return to the state if not earmarked for the schools while other board members asked for more information from the school system.
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Rasnick
Durham
Airport funding approved for major terminal upgrade plan
BLUEFIELD Mercer County Airport Authority members approved a master agreement setting the stage for future funding including 1 million dollars for a major terminal upgrade. The agreement, approved unanimously, will help the airport qualify for 150000 dollars in AIR-21 funding and streamline future AIP grant applications, Airport Manager John Gilley said.
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Senate approves marriage penalty tax cut bill 60 to 39
The Senate passed a 248 billion marriage penalty tax cut over 10 years by a 60-39 vote, aiming to push negotiations with the House on a final measure before Clinton’s possible signature. Republicans seek earlier benefits, while Democrats criticize surplus reliance and wealth effects. Clinton ties passage to a Medicare drug benefit plan.
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Marriage tax cut sparks debate in Senate fight
Area residents say the bill on the Senate floor would cut the marriage tax from the federal income tax form and save Americans millions over a decade. Some oppose, arguing it mainly benefits the wealthy and non married individuals, not married dual income families. Others call it long overdue and fair. The final hurdle may be the President. Clinton Fair tax, A-3.
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