Be On the Lookout for WV Prison Escapee Joseph Howard
State police issued a Be On the Lookout for Joseph Eugene Howard a 42 year old inmate who escaped during transport to Southern Regional Jail overpowered a transport officer and stole a purple Ford Ranger Irs last seen wearing a blue jacket blue jeans and a black baseball cap He is described as 6 tall with brown hair brown eyes and missing several front teeth Anyone with information should contact Summersville or Princeton state police detachments.
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Community college ponders future amid budget battles
Charleston leaders warn bedrock programs may be cut while urging a positive approach. Walker cites strong local backing from residents, students, business leaders and alumni as the college seeks a vision to strengthen BSC, boost enrollment, and bid for program expansion.
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Community Hopes to Expand Two-Year Programs to Four
Local leaders praise legislative efforts and community support at Bluefield State as they seek to convert selected two-year programs into four-year degrees. Spokespersons stress openness and potential, urging continued collaboration with legislators to seize the moment and push for further improvements next year.
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Gasoline Prices Rise Tied to Travel Seasons
Rahall cites multiple explanations for sharp gasoline price spikes and notes prices tend to rise during holidays and peak travel periods. AAA data show West Virginia gas at $1.72 per gallon, aligning with the national average.
Gasoline prices rise across West Virginia and nation
The American Automobile Association notes regular gas in West Virginia averages 1.72 a gallon with regional prices over 2 nationwide. Rahall seeks an investigation into possible price fixing and monopolistic practices by wholesale suppliers. Local prices in Princeton Bluefield areas average 1.66 with Brushfork as low as 1.59. Residents discuss blamed factors from war to oil costs and politics, with August forecasts around 2.68.
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Tax debate on contracts and executive pay in state agency
Hardy notes the tax approach mirrors past efforts to collect credits. Wakim defends a 20 year contract with the council through 2021, saying no legislative interference is needed. Delegates and residents, including senior agency heads, complain salaries are unfair while some lawmakers doubt constitutional issues but expect an inquiry into Graham’s pay.
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Van loan questions prompt state probe into school deal
Akers said Graham donated a van to the school in 1997 and another loaned vehicle was used without clear authorization. Investigations by state and federal officials target Graham and the Council on Aging while legislators urge resignation amid a $300,000 compensation package. The school system vows to act within legal bounds and avoid improper benefits.
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