Public hear on APCO rate hike draws 30 residents
Dozens of Mercer County residents and officials gathered at the courthouse to oppose Appalachian Power's ENEC based rate increase of 297 million dollars. If approved the plan would raise monthly bills by 18.41 dollars starting September 1, tightening budgets amid inflation. Local speakers urged PSC to consider consumer hardship and corporate burden.
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Two charged with murder of 13-year-old girl plead not guilty
Nichole Brooks and her daughter Isis Wallace pleaded not guilty to first degree murder in connection with the March 23 Bluefield shooting that killed a 13-year-old girl. Both women appeared before Circuit Court Judge William Sadler on docket day and were indicted by the Mercer County Grand Jury.
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City to saluto Bluefield State's university status
Bluefield city officials will present a formal proclamation during the noon meeting to mark Bluefield State's transition from college to university. University Celebration Week runs through Thursday night with fireworks, a midnight celebration, and a Medical Education Center event featuring music by the Allen Smith Band, Liquid Pleasure, and Earth Wind and Fire Tribute Band.
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Bluefield Coal and Mining Show Announces Speaker
The September Bluefield Coal and Mining Show will open with David J. Stetson CEO of Alpha Metallurgical Resources addressing the Media and Exhibitor Appreciation Breakfast before the ceremony. Bob Ramsey chairman and Peters Equipment and Ramsey Industrial president announced the 24th biennial event and hailed Stetson’s unique perspective on the American coal industry.
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