Six positives in one weekend at Mercer County
Mercer County saw a weekend surge raising total COVID-19 cases to 22 from 13. Early in the week Bluefield State College faced exposure with its president self quarantining after contact with an employee. Travel related and community transmission cases followed, with contact tracing ongoing.
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Success of DOH projects recognized by officials
State and local highway officials in southern West Virginia praised repairs and replacements by state workers. Secretary Byrd White credited Gov. Justice’s Roads to Prosperity program, noting leadership and commitment to both large and small road projects strengthening the region’s transportation infrastructure.
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Former Forestry Service center set for new county occupants
Mercer County Commission acquired a former federal property this year and began converting it for county use. The Economic Development Authority of Mercer County plans to open offices by July 1, with County Commissioner Bill Archer noting the EDA will manage exterior upkeep and property trails.
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Bluefield launches MOBI for entrepreneurs with 33 enrolled
A new Bluefield program, MOBI, backed by BEDA, has 33 enrollees and three graduates in its first two weeks. Jim Spencey leads economic development, offering webinars and Office Hours to help aspiring founders start or grow ventures. Jerry Allbaugh of Allbach's Tree Service became the first MOBI graduate after completing a 15 session online course.
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