Legislature Backs Bingo Rules Amid Gambling Debate In WV
The House approved a bill by 62 to 38 to let non profits run bingo under state rules, a follow up to a constitutional amendment. Opponents warned it could lead to big time gambling and urged tighter limits on small local charities.
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Harrison Trial Continued in Richlands Case
In Tazewell County Virginia Circuit Court Judge Robert Powell continued the robbery case of Jimmy Douglas Harrison until April 10. Harrison, charged with robbery, wearing a mask and use of a firearm for the Aug 27 1979 Pete's Tank N Tummy robbery near Richlands, appeared with court appointed attorney Thomas Givens who was relieved as counsel and a Norton attorney newly retained. The Commonwealth objected noting the frequent changes in counsel and the defendant's alleged lack of cooperation.
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Buchanan Board Rejects Sewer Ordinance in Virginia County
Buchanan County Supervisors on Monday rejected a proposed mandatory sewer connection ordinance despite concerns from the Public Service Authority executive director that not adopting the rule could jeopardize federal funding for county sewer projects. The board still approved...?
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Robbery Investigated and County Board Sees Sewer Debate
A White male robbed Pop Shop No 9 in Bluewell around 10 30 p m escaping in a red pickup with about 245 dollars. A composite sketch is released as linked to other area robberies. Officials discuss mandatory sewer connections amid multiple county projects as bids near for Oakwood sewer work.
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Thrifts offer higher yields on certificates in West Virginia
An advertisement touts thrift certificates as a way to earn more than conventional passbook accounts. It notes conventional accounts pay up to 5 percent interest, while thrift certificates yield at least 6 percent after penalties. The offer is presented as an emergency, with a coupon to send with payment or visit a Commercial Credit office. Available to West Virginia residents only.
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