Floyds brother urges Congress to stop police pain
Philonise Floyd testified before the House Judiciary Committee calling for the Justice in Policing Act as Congress debates policing reforms after George Floyd's death. He urged action to prevent Floyd from being “just another name” while lawmakers discuss accountability, outside oversight, and ending racial injustice. The hearing featured lawmakers and witnesses on reforms including chokehold bans, a national database, and loosened qualified immunity. The session occurred amid a broad national discourse as Republicans and Democrats push rival proposals, with Trump weighing options for police reform and police body camera use.
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Teacher beats West Virginia Senate president in upset victory
West Virginia teacher Amy Nichole Grady defeated Senate President Mitch Carmichael by fewer than 1,000 votes after a year of teacher walksouts and protests. Grady branded as pro-life and pro-Second Amendment conservative ran a self funded campaign, while Carmichael had raised over 127 thousand dollars. The win follows two years of strikes pushing for raises and charter school access and signals continued voter response to teacher activism statewide.
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County eyes BRMC closure impact on taxes and jobs
Mercer County commissioners discussed BRMC closure at the June meeting. They noted potential effects on taxes property values and the local economy while stressing the need to preserve healthcare options for future investment. Commissioner Greg Puckett said the loss of hospital services could affect jobs and the county’s bottom line.
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Justice urges continued safety as outdoor events resume
Justice described graduations as major moments for children and urged outdoor ceremonies with social distancing. He said outdoor open air concerts may resume July 1 if safety guidelines are followed and cautioned church outbreaks highlight the need for distancing and masks.
Intuit to Expand Downtown Bluefield Office and Transit Hub
Intuit already operates about 80 staff at temporary Downtown Bluefield offices on Commerce Street handling QuickBooks Mint and TurboTax. Interior demolition at the Federal Street site began March 9 while a second training class starts. City plans include a 25 year lease for land beside First Community Bank to relocate a BAT kiosk into municipal parking as Intuit eyes expansion toward 500 employees. a new $2.1 million transit station is planned on Bluefield Avenue with BAT relocating to a temporary hub at the old Gulf station for 12 to 18 months.
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West Virginia expands school options for COVID era learning
West Virginia outlines blended and full remote delivery models for middle and high schools amid COVID-19. Superintendent W Clayton Burch emphasizes child well being, equity and access to technology while districts adjust scheduling and safety measures. More than 40 partner groups contributed to focus areas including instruction, wellness, CTE, nutrition, special education and transportation. contact: Charles Boothe at cbacthed bionline.com
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