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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 2020
Page
2
In Petersburg, Virginia, Christi Noelle Jarratt and Kaitlyn Jarratt died after a Jeep fleeing police crossed the center line and struck two other vehicles. The driver faces pending charges as investigations continue and several others were injured.
Continued from A-1 reports 13 new virus cases in Buchanan County on Saturday and two in Tazewell County with few additional Sunday infections. statewide totals reach 61 736 cases 6 136 hospitalizations and 1 732 deaths. In McDowell County no new cases and six confirmed cases all recovered. Contact details provided.
Bluefield leaders commended firefighters for rapid action during an explosion and underground fire near the main gas trunk line downtown. They evacuated the area, coordinated with Bluefield Gas and an Blacksburg team to cut power, and planned future drills to improve response. Local officials thanked police and fire departments along with utilities for a controlled, effective response.
Athens Police push to start a K-9 unit with a Doberman named Mathias. The total cost reaches 10,000 dollars, including training, vehicle modifications, and safety gear. Community donations cover most of the amount with an initial 5,000 from a local business and about 1,500 raised online in a week. Mathias travels from Germany in August for three weeks of training, with council support and ongoing updates at town meetings.
Bluefield officials announce a new 911 system to speed emergency responses. Sheriff Brian Hicatt Deputy Randy Ann Davis and Police Chief Shane Gunter say direct dispatch reduces holds and transfers. The program includes text to 911 for residents and enhanced interagency radio communications. Mayor Don Harris calls it an improvement and cost saving. Contact details follow.
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