Redistricting hearing set for tonight in Southwest Virginia
Virginia lawmakers plan a public hearing at 7 tonight at Southwest Virginia Community College Community Center on redistricting. Senator Puckett says no proposals yet and that maps will be released to press Tuesday. eastern Virginia growth may push districts east and cost rural areas seats. A Roanoke hearing is set for 10 this morning with local delegates Stump and Tate attending.
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Monroe County budget cuts shift operations and close Peterstown office
Monroe County commissioners sign the proposed fiscal year 2002 budget as cuts reduce staff by two full-time and one half-time position, end animal control funding, and threaten Peterstown magistrate office hours without a rent-free location. Revenue drops from 1.4 million to 1.3 million plus coal money. property taxes rise modestly to 691,887, with general government and public safety costs outlined and a warning that tax increases or service changes may be needed to avoid deficits.
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Wood-processing firm to close amid offshore competition
Philippi based West Virginia Hardwood Components, a 2-year-old wood processing company once employing 43 workers, is selling assets after losing key contracts to cheaper offshore producers from China, Taiwan, and Mexico. Owner Greg Jones cited a slowing U.S. economy and heavy offshore pressure as the cause.
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