Princeton SummerFest draws record crowds and festive energy
Co chair Jigger Smith and attendees describe a free for all atmosphere as record crowds attend day two of SummerFest in Princeton. The James H Drew Carnival offers free rides, two for one rides, and attractions including a draft horse demonstration and a chili cookoff. 15 000 people were estimated to visit the grounds as Happy faces in Hildegarde the Clown balloon creation delight Debora Kelly.
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Chili cook contest fuels Princeton Summer Fest
The Princeton Summer Fest featured a chili cook-off with fourteen cooks from area groups and businesses. About 56 quarts simmered as 500 tasters judged the entries from 2 to 3 p.m. Judges noted varied booth displays and unique ingredients like raspberries and cheddar in Smokey's Fuzzy Morning Chili.
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SummerFest 96 Ends with Carnival and Street Dance
Today marks the finale of SummerFest 96 featuring the James H. Drew Carnival pony rides hot air balloon rides face painting and 4-H animal demonstrations rifle drill team pie throw and a gospel sing. The closing country street dance with Under the Gun starts at 7 30 p m.
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The heat is on pepper eating contest winner
Elizabeth Osborne won a pepper eating contest amid a hot, crowded event. spectators watched as participants faced fiery peppers and a cheering crowd. Osborne claimed top honors with steady bites and speedy finish.
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Surviving Church Thrives After Easter Fire in Bluefield
In Bluefield Virginia the Avenue Memorial Church burned down on Easter Sunday while services were planned. The church moved to Harmon Chapel at Bluefield College, yet membership and attendance rose by about twenty. Rev. Hugh Cole stressed the church is the people, not the building, and praised smooth transitions and continued services.
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Richlands Coal Show Set for July 17 19 With Added Space
The Richlands Coal Show will run July 17 to 19 at Southwest Virginia Community College in Richlands Virginia. More than 4000 people are expected as NCC President Barbara Altizer Ree notes the new facility will require a tent for indoor space while expansion is planned. The NCC and Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce co sponsor the event to connect coal operators with industry service firms.
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National Coal Council
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