SummerFest continues with chili contest and dog show in Princeton
The SummerFest events feature the Chili Cook Off with judges including County Commissioner Buddy Warden and City Manager Doug Freeman amid balloons and chocolate tastings. Dog show winners are named with Sasha, Princess, Susie, Trooper, and Mikey cited, and SACHA the band performs as crowds enjoy exhibits, mountain climbs, and a full afternoon of activities plus a Delta Tones concert at 6 p.m.
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Buddy” Warden Jr
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Jim Dent
Rachel Belcher
Mercer County Citizens Action Alert
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Valarie Cole
Trooper
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Mikey
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June Morgan
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West Virginia
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Delta Tones
Radio cooks clash with Oak Hill and area stations
The event brought together cooking experts to compete with Oak Hill TV and three local radio stations. Winners spanned categories like People’s Choice and Business, with First Community Bank, Rhonda Havens, The River, 102.3, Bobby Jo’s Cafe, and One Valley Bank among top honors. Entrants included Gold Rush Chili, Tex ase Bandit, Smokey Chipalle Chili,Rotenberry’s veggie chili and sponsors such as Mercer County Opportunity Workshop and Miller & Associates Real Estate.
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Father’s Day Reflections On A Father Lost Too Soon
A vivid personal reminiscence about a father who balanced support and humor. The narrator recalls his constant presence at school events, lessons, and daily routines, and credits his influence with shaping independence, confidence, and resilience after his death. She imagines how his views would align with her college degree and career. She also reassures her sister Kathryn of his potential pride.
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Power outage triggers neighborhood block party in Bluefield
A power interruption near Franklin and Lee Ronceverte streets prompted alarms at about 1 p.m. Bluefield police and Fire Department Engine Company No. 4 responded. Residents emerged from homes as the scene cleared after AEP arrived at 3:10 p.m. with a repair crew and refreshments.
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Power Company
Brothers from the Andes share soul of listeners at SummerFest
Four brothers from the Andes perfumed SummerFest with Sikus bamboo flutes a goat skin drum and Indian guitars drawing large crowds. They travel selling CDs and tapes and will perform again after noon today. Malky Chalam Puente band leader explains their ancestral music aims to share culture and teachings. The group constructs their instruments including Sikus Kenas and Charango and plans to continue touring to New York and Illinois after SummerFest.
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Bearded man robs Bluewell video store
West Virginia State Police report a bearded man robbed Vidiots Store in Bluewell around 11:45 p.m. Friday, taking an undisclosed amount, roughly $300, after threatening clerks who provided cash. Suspect fled in a black Chevrolet S-10 with NC plates. license info helps ongoing investigation.
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Boil water advisory lifted for Bluewell system
The boil water advisory issued on June 11 due to loss of pressure has been lifted for the Bluewell Community Water System. The advisory termination restores normal water use without restrictions.
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Kiwanis and Hospital Boards Set Midweek Meetings
The Princeton Kiwanis Club will meet at noon on Wednesday at Roma III. The Athens Kiwanis Club plans a midday gathering, while Princeton Community Hospital directors schedule their monthly board meeting Tuesday June 30 at 5 p.m. in the PCH board room.
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