Heat threshold may slip past 90 in Bluefield this week
The National Weather Service in Blacksburg says Bluefield could reach 88 today, a shade below the 90 degree benchmark needed at Mercer County Airport to mark a rare heat record. Bluefield, nicknamed the Air Conditioned City since the 1930s, recalls Lemonade Day traditions tied to hot weather.
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West Virginia welcomes new residents to cash-for-worker program
Charleston officials announced the second class of 33 remote workers selected for the 20 000 cash incentive program to relocate to Greenbrier Valley and Lewisburg. Applicants hail from 19 states including California. average income around 125 000 dollars. total of 61 new residents and family members will join. Ben Isenberg, a Maryland branding agency owner, said his move follows a nationwide search for a permanent home in the mountains.
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Grant Street Bridge Work Still Stalled In Bluefield
Bluefield city officials report no date set for Brayman Construction crews to return to the Grant Street Bridge as Norfolk Southern consultants seek a revised work plan. City Engineer Kerry Stauffer told the City Board on Tuesday that work remains halted with no reopening date.
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Mercer County ARP Grants Presented for Parks and EMS Funds
Mercer County commissioners handed out the latest round of American Rescue Plan grants to local applicants. Recipients plan to use the funds for park renovations and the purchase of advanced life support ambulances. The presentation was led by Greg Jordan of the Bluefield Daily Telegraph.
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