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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 2020
Page
5
After days of clashes, Seattle police withdraw from the Capitol Hill area as protesters maintain a festival like zone calling for police reform and Native land restitution. President Trump criticizes the city, calling protesters anarchists and urging action.
Virginia counties report cases with Mountain Mission School mitigating most in Buchanan County while Bland shows none. Governor Northam outlines Phase Three for re opening with blended in person and remote learning, staggered schedules, remote work for at risk staff, masked guidance, health screenings, and bus distancing. Local divisions retain flexibility to adjust within state guidelines. Charles Boothe notes at end.
About 4200 West Virginians filed for unemployment benefits last week as applications stay high despite business reopenings from the coronavirus shutdown. Gov. Jim Justice lifted virus restrictions, stating the reopen plan hinges on a 3 percent positive test rate for three days. State health data show at least 86 deaths and about 2200 positive cases.
Archer says no set date yet for rededication on West Virginia Day but near completion. Missing railing piece and warm weather for painting hold progress. alternate plan calls for July Fourth if not ready. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordan bottonline.com.
State Fair officials announce forthcoming changes including limited crowds, altered concerts, extra cleaning, and COVID 19 testing for carnival staff. Health measures will be posted on the fair’s site as public health officials work with organizers to protect attendees exhibitors and vendors amid a rising case trend nationwide.
Mercer County Board of Education discussed WVDE delivery models blending in person and remote instruction. Superintendent Deborah Akers said surveys will gauge parent and staff feedback while a June 23 meeting will finalize plans. The Aug 20 start date remains. calendar changes are unlikely despite state options.
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