Hotel project eyed for Bluefield with HUD loan plan
The hotel would include 50 to 500 seat meeting space and a HUD loan review is planned after regional reviews this week. City officials stress no money is in hand yet, with approval expected by September or October and property acquisition and demolition to follow if approved. Some hotel franchise interest noted. Bluefield TV Cable rate talks continue as board approves a $0.50 increase to $8, pending major improvements, including satellite gear for Channel 17 from Atlanta. public meeting scrutiny remains. Mayor Keesling away, board to resume July 11 discussion.
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State study mulls rerouting Rt 52 to ease hospital traffic
Bluefield officials urge a survey to see if Rt 52 can be relocated to ease access to a new hospital. Princeton highway staff would assess elevation changes and the possibility of a bridge, with Cherry Street returning to the city and Poplar Street joining the state system. Residents weigh selling homes as project moves from study to design, officials saying purchases will not be forced.
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