Coalfields Expressway moves forward in West Virginia
The Coalfields Expressway progresses with bids set for July 11 in the Raleigh County segment and a planned mid August start for construction of the 65 mile four lane route. Officials expect a Clean Water Act permit from the Army Corps soon, tying industrial park work in McDowell County to the expressway project. The Indian Ridge Industrial Park may host a new federal prison. 4.8 million cubic yards of dirt will be relocated for site development, with a further 12 million to move by the McDowell County Commission. Governor Cecil Underwood and Acting Transportation Secretary Sam Beverage emphasized the project as a long dream becoming reality, prioritizing a strong highway system for southern West Virginia.
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Faber extends deadline in Keystone cases
U S District Judge David A. Faber granted more time for plaintiffs in two remaining civil cases tied to the collapse of McDowell County's First National Bank of Keystone to seek merged or consolidated amended complaints. The order impacts Debra Gariety et al v Grant Thornton LLP and Thomas Allen v Grant Thornton LLP and defers dismissal deadlines.
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Price Increases Seen As Deterrent To Teen Smoking
The plan envisions a 1.50 per pack federal tax rise over a decade and higher prices may curb teen smoking by 7 percent per 10 percent price hike. Vendors doubt price shifts will prod quitting. some fear a rise could boost black market sales. State taxes range from 2.5 cents to 1.50 per pack, with current rates listed by state.
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Little Miss SummerFest crown goes to Foley in Princeton
Jessica Marie Foley, year-old daughter of Steve and Angie Foley of Lashmeet, won the Little Miss SummerFest title in a Princeton Jaycees contest. Nancy Fenton won 350 first prize, Buffy Lynch took 250 second, and Daniel and Eydie Tanoukhi won 100 third.
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SummerFest schedule highlights in Mercer park events
Crowd filled the day with a Fun Dog Show registration at 9 a.m. and show at 10 a.m. plus a full lineup of contests, demonstrations, and family activities across Saturday and Sunday. Highlights include Firemen’s Demonstration, Chili Cookoff, Hot Pepper and Spaghetti Eating Contests, Battle of the Bands, Yard Sale, remote control car races, car show, Bicycle Safety Rodeo, Lumberjack contest, and a Sunday carnival with rides and vendors. Parking restrictions apply in the city park, with shuttle transportation to the park from designated lots.
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