Excess luxury hotels reshape travel from boutiques to mega suites
Private elevators and six bedroom suites with private post codes redefine lodging as wealthy travelers seek pampering while others turn to budget options like Marriott's Fairfield Inn and Airbnb. The industry reports a wealth rebound with luxury chains expanding beyond the ultra rich, while sites like Airbnb grow offerings and tax concerns rise.
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Rebels seize three bases in eastern Ukraine
Pro-Russian insurgents captured three government bases in eastern Ukraine in a string of defeats for Ukrainian forces. Poroshenko proposed amnesty and early regional elections while Obama announced $5 million in new aid including body armor and night vision gear for troops.
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Tazewell Faces Budget Shutdown Over Medicaid Expansion
Tazewell leaders warn a state budget stalemate could trigger a government shutdown affecting school funding and county services for 30 to 60 days. Democrats back federal Medicaid expansion under the ACA, while Republicans oppose, risking unprecedented disruption. Contact Anne Elgin at aelgin bdtonline.com.
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Virginia tobacco commission pace for Bluefield College dental school bid
The Bluefield College dental school project at Bluestone Regional Business and Technology Park faces a September review delay by the Virginia Tobacco Indemnification and Community Revitalization Commission. Board chair Charles Stacy notes expedited consideration may occur, with potential for a new memorandum of understanding if funded. If not funded, college officials cite pledges and other resources. The project began in 2012 through the board of supervisors, the IDA and Bluefield College.
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Transmission line project plans in McDowell County
APCO projects retirement of about 35 miles of 88 kV transmission lines and two substations, with three new substations planned. An additional 17 miles of lines would be rebuilt, replacing wooden H-frame towers with metal ones. Residential rates could rise about 5 cents monthly for a typical 1000 kWh usage, with a 30-day protest window before any hearing waiver.
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Cave Rescue Ends With Woman Rescued From Cave
A multi agency rescue freed a woman trapped in a tight damp cave south of Cripple Creek, airlifted to Bristol Regional Medical Center with no critical injuries. Rescue chief Mike Davis praised calm cooperation, noting the operation involved at least 10 agencies and was well coordinated.
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