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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 2009
Page
1
A news brief from Bdtonline.com dated Monday June 29 2009 highlights ongoing local updates and public notices. The item notes access to extended coverage online and emphasizes timely information for residents and readers seeking detail beyond the print summary.
Michael Jackson described as the biggest superstar in history by his father Joe Jackson in a Fox News interview. He was loved by people across all backgrounds, according to the remark shared today.
The state enacts a new texting while driving ban set to take effect Wednesday. Authorities urge drivers to comply and note penalties for violations will apply from the start date.
Local riders join the American Cancer Society fundraiser bike ride to support cancer research and patient services. Participants from the community roll out to raise funds, awareness, and solidarity for the fight against cancer.
Sprint Cup race produced an historic outcome as Joey Logano became the youngest winner in the series record. The action centered on a late push to the checkered flag delivering the notable victory.
Lottery results show Powerball numbers 18 22 26 39 48 with Powerball 17 and Win for Life numbers 6 13 19 21 25 31 with 41 as the life number. Officials list no claims or payouts in this brief update.
The message offers subscription help and delivery support for home and e-edition issues. Circulation runs seven days a week with hours 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 6 a.m. to noon weekends, plus morning redelivery to 12 p.m. in a limited area. Customer Service number is 304-327-2800.
John Morrello, a Princeton barber since 1958, reflects on a half century of steady work across Mercer County. He recalls charging about a dollar per haircut in his early days and notes the shop will move as the library area undergoes redevelopment.
Bluefield officials shift from wait and see to cautious optimism as the Matz Hotel and Colonial Theater sites clear. City manager Andy Merriman notes the big lot on a busy thoroughfare offers potential for a regional arts center or retail space, while the rooftops attract future investors and customers.
Grass covers former Hotel Matz and Colonial Theater site in downtown Bluefield as city officials and developer interest focus on reviving the lot. Mel Grubb's aerial photo notes a viable rooftop core while discussions with developers and U.S. Rep. Nick Rahall’s office explore a combined hotel and conference center to spur traffic and tax base recovery amid a slow national economy.
The West Virginia Turnpike faces a potential toll increase as the 88 mile road near Princeton to Charleston struggles financially amid fuel prices and recession. The Parkways Authority considers higher tolls to meet bond obligations, drawing Southern lawmakers’ resistance over federal funding uses. Turnpike Manager Greg Barr cautions uncertainty about the outcome.
In Tazewell Virginia the Four Seasons YMCA welcomed thousands in its first week. The center reports 2585 members and over 2100 visits with two pools a walking track and multiple weight rooms. Fans of water aerobics therapy and laps are among early users.
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