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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1999
Page
1
World A-2 report notes rising NATO bombing campaigns intensifying as Serbian authorities resist coalition pressure. Officials warn of broader regional impact while civilians face mounting disruptions and casualties amid continued air actions.
The Graham tennis squad earns B-1 honors as key players earn recognition on the season’s roll. Coaches praised consistent effort and strong performances in state matches. Team members highlighted include standout seniors and rising underclassmen contributing to overall success.
Court records reveal new details about Charles Kuralt's private life as investigators review past communications and testimonies. The proceedings focus on personal conduct and potential relationships intertwined with his public journalism career.
Beaming with organazed excitement Thorn Elementary School pupils gathered for the final bell as they counted down to vacation. Fourth grader Alan Thompson described the Bluefield playground castle as the coolest part while Brandon Grogan enjoyed the creek and water. Students shared plans from swimming at Princeton Pool to joining Little League and visiting Alaska or Florida for the break.
Virginia officials unveiled preliminary Route 460 plans for Grundy that would erase 32 residences and 58 businesses as part of a flood-control project. A public meeting is set for June 17 at the Grundy Teen Center to discuss the widening efforts and rivercrossing plan. The project aims to move downtown Grundy across the Levisa River, with the loss including about 15 properties slated for flood protection. Ken Brittle of VDOT called the project a major flood-proofing step.
Voters in Anawalt Bradshaw Gary Saeger War Matoaka Oakvale Bramwell and Athens head to polls from 6 30 a m to 7 30 p m with several write in bids. Matoaka mayoral write in Daniel A Russo challenges incumbent Jack Coburn while Oakvale features former mayor O Bee Boothe opposing Mary Nelson with multiple council candidates in each town. Athens and Bramwell have incumbents facing light opposition as polls open across the two counties.
Rep. Bob Wise releases a nine point School Safety Report Card with 61 items for each West Virginia school to assess preparedness and guide parents and communities. He calls for summer actions to prevent violence, citing Littleton and Conyers and noting higher absenteeism after Colorado tragedy.
A simplified description of a school safety report card outlines six marking boxes for each school: yes, no, need to improve, need to implement, funding needed, and not appropriate. It lists 61 items across nine categories including Prevention Early Intervention, with respondents like parents and educators assessing each item.
Homer Hickam Jr known as Rocket Boy returns to Coalwood area for the Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce 94th annual dinner at Brushfork Armory. 927 attendees, 5:30 reception, 6:30 dinner. No more tickets. Dan MacMillan to host. Hickam reunites with fellow rocket boys Willie Rose Quentin Wilson Jimmy Carroll Roy Lee Cook. Ira Gray of Tazewell sister of the late Freida Riley noted.
Princeton Rescue Squad members Lewayne Armstrong and John Karper found a three foot long bail python huddled under a base board heater. They captured the snake on Monday and will return it to the owner.
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