Powerball jackpot climbs as fraud warns players
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph reports Powerball jackpot at 92 million draws more players while warnings of scams surface. Local clerk Shawn Gagnon notes bulk ticket sales and residents like Nicki Coleman and Becky Smithers express hope of winning. Lottery official Libby White warns no official emails or solicitations are sent to players and advises caution with suspicious messages.
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Main Street Concert Series to run through turmoil in Bluefield
In Bluefield the 16th annual Bluefield Daily Telegraph Concert Series will begin this spring despite downtown upheaval. Coordinator Frances Wayland confirms plans to proceed with shows starting mid May, possibly May 14 or 21, with Chicory Square as a preferred venue. The Bluefield High School Beaver Band traditionally opens the season.
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Pocahontas prison hangs in balance in General Assembly
In Virginia the fate of a 1024 bed medium security prison for Tazewell County hinges on a new state budget. Sen. Phillip Puckett cites a Senate priority and 68.7 million funding for Pocahontas construction amid extended session uncertainty.
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Richlands chamber to honor citizens at annual banquet
Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce will present the 2003 Distinguished Citizenship Award at the Richlands Police Department banquet starting at 6 30 p m Ginger Branton said Billie Sue Hurst was the first recipient in 1971 Kermit Cantrell received it last year Bob Farmer of Farmers Almanac will be the keynote speaker entertaining with humorous stories home remedies and anecdotes Back Porch Pickers will provide music The event is sponsored by local businesses and 119 community members are expected to attend.
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