Drug crimes top Virginia 2018 crime report in Tazewell County
The 2018 Virginia crime survey shows drug arrests and larceny driving crime in Tazewell County, with 265 drug charges and 156 theft-related events among 1,034 total offenses. Sheriff Hieatt notes rising drug arrests since 2012 correlated with fewer home invasions.
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Tazewell
Tazewell County
Virginia
Commonwealth
Sheriff’s Office
Brian) Hieatt
Mercer Officials Prepare for Fireworks Ordinance Launch
Mercer County officials plan education as the new Fourth of July fireworks ordinance takes effect. Residents report persistent explosions disturbing sleep and veterans, prompting calls to law enforcement. Commissioner Greg Puckett notes this inaugural year will emphasize guidance over penalties.
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Mercer
Princeton
Mercer County
County Commission
Greg Puckett
Blessing of the Bikes Draws Motorcyclists to Princeton Churches
Bikers of the Christian faith gathered for the third annual Blessing of the Bikes starting at Cornerstone Family Church and proceeding to Higher Ground Church in Princeton. The event featured prayers for travelers, fellowship, free food, games, and interchurch cooperation with Grace Baptist of Seneca and Bikers for Christ from Richmond, Virginia.
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Eric Dmore
Princeton
Higher Ground Church
Pipestem State Park
Pipestem
Bluestone River
Cornerstone Family Church
Grace Baptist
Seneca
South Carolina
Richmond
Bikers For Christ
Stephen Dobbs
Dobbs
Bikers For Christ Organization
Christian Fellowship
Eric Dinove
Higher Ground
East River
Twin Lakes
WWII Medal of Honor recipient speaks at Marine conference
Hershel Woody Williams addressed the Marine Corps League Mideast Division Conference in Princeton. He praised community involvement, noted a new 311 veterans crisis line proposal, and highlighted leadership while recounting his Iwo Jima service and Purple Heart.
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Marine Corp
Princeton
United States
Hershel “Woody” Williams
Marine Corps League
Delaware
District of Columbia
Maryland
North Carolina
Virginia
West Virginia
Scott Kirby
MCL
Williams
Department of Veterans Affairs
Eric DiNovo
Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams
Iwo Jima
Mount
Suribachi
Kirby
United State Marine
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