Tazewell County seeks disaster aid extending to Bluefield damage
County officials hope a federal disaster declaration covering Tazewell Lee and Russell counties for May 24 flood damage will also include Bluefield Virginia after a second round of flooding on June 12. FEMA registration is 800 621 FEMA with help hours 8 am to 6 pm. Housing assistance and low interest loans may be available for affected residents and businesses.
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Local funding key to 3 percent teacher pay raise in Virginia
Tazewell County teachers eyed a 3 percent salary increase funded by local revenue as the Board of Supervisors prepared to vote Tuesday on the 2004-2005 budget. The proposal seeks level funding to maintain school system funds amid rising energy costs, with officials urging higher pay scales to reach statewide competitive levels.
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Chief refutes claim of ignored McDowell fire call
NORTHFORK WV official word clashes with resident Heather Mitchem who accused the Northfork Volunteer Fire Department of failing to respond to a Crumpler Mountain house fire. Fire Chief James Graham said no fire call was received and 911 factors remain unclear as county communications director Jimmy Gianato is reviewing records.
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City officials push new plan to lead two vacant neighborhood groups
City Manager Mark Henne and Police Chief Butch Blizzard plan a direct recruitment approach for two leaderless neighborhoods. Four associations operate regularly, while West Cumberland Road to Mountain View Avenue and Penmarto Stadium Drive to East Cumberland Drive lack leaders. Bill Archer contact provided.
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Violence and Our Kids Training for Child Care Providers
WELCH MountainHeart Child Care Services of MountainHeart Community Services hosts daylong sessions at the McDowell County Health and Human Resources 840 Virginia St Welch. Morning topic Violence and Our Kids runs 10 a.m. to noon followed by Active Kids are Learning Kids 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Call 682-8271 or 800-834-7082 for details.
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