Bluefield Officials Seek Stadium Resolution Over Graham G-Men Home Games
Bluefield Virginia town officials seek a resolution to a stadium use impasse after the Tazewell County School Board rejected a contract with Mitchell Stadium. The plan may move Graham High School home games to Tazewell High or the Graham practice field to avoid lights, raising revenue and traffic concerns for Bluefield.
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Princeton veterans museum eyes space and outreach
The Those Who Served War Museum in Princeton seeks more space and broader public outreach. New director George Williams, a Navy veteran and former board member, takes the helm as curator Tony Whitlow stays on. The museum, housed in the Memorial Building near the Mercer County Courthouse, hosts Civil War to modern era artifacts including World War II souvenirs and a Medal of Honor display.
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Heat wave to hit region for several days
A sweltering heat wave will affect much of the region from Sunday with temperatures near or above 90 degrees and continuing into next week. Counties such as McDowell Buchanan and Wyoming are under an extreme heat watch with heat index values reaching 105 degrees, while Raleigh County may also see temps well above 90.
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West Virginia groups urge senators against benefit cuts
West Virginia organizations gathered in Charleston to urge senators not to back reductions in health care and food assistance as the budget reconciliation bill moves forward in Washington. Lida Shepherd of the American Friends Service Committee criticized current calculations, calling them cruel.
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Steelers Cornerback Porter Jr Penalties Versus Interceptions
Through two NFL seasons Joey Porter Jr. has 18 penalties and two interceptions, a snapshot that understates his on field role for the Steelers. The veteran cornerback has battled penalties while contributing consistent coverage and key plays.
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