Bluefield delays decision on economic development director
Bluefield board meeting delayed action on hiring an economic development director though officials said the search remains active. Mayor Linda Whalen noted eight candidates have been interviewed, with a smaller pool remaining, and funding will come from the Bluefield Regional Medical Center sale. Residents urged a prompt appointment, while Whalen cautioned no definite timeline could be promised.
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Georgia University Team Aids Wade Center During Spring Break
University of Georgia students, part of Team Impact, volunteer at the Wade Center in Bluefield to repair and restore the facility. Work focuses on painting, cleaning, and meeting fire marshal code requirements as organizers seek community donations and a summer reopening. Community groups, Lowe's donations, and upcoming work days are highlighted to pass inspections and resume programs.
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Virginia Tech negligence trial nears verdict in campus shooting case
In Christiansburg Va the seventh day of a wrongful death suit over the 2007 Virginia Tech killings ended with state witnesses backing campus officials. Jurors were told the delay in alerts followed the belief the first two shootings were domestic and isolated. The trial resumes for closing arguments and deliberations amid disputes over campus threat assessments and a $11 million state settlement.
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VDOT issues travel advisory for race weekend in Wytheville
The Virginia Department of Transportation warns NASCAR fans traveling to Bristol Motor Speedway to expect heavy traffic on I 77 and I 81 from March 16 through March 19. Delays are worst near Exit 45 and the I 77 I 81 interchange, with peak times Friday afternoon and Sunday evening. Motorists are urged to plan extra travel time, consider alt routes, and report incidents via the VDOT Helpline or state police. I 81 near Marion also has one lane in each direction due to bridge work.
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