Approved hunting bill misses mark
CHARLESTON AP A provision in HB2146 aims to allow Sunday hunting on private property with landowner permission except for the four Sundays before a major season. The amendment’s vague wording could make Sunday hunting legal at enactment July 13 unless a referendum blocks it. Governor Wise signed it citing property rights concerns.
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Coal industry rebounds in charts driven by Archer report
Bill Archer of the Daily Telegraph notes a rebound in coal industry activity as production and demand pick up amid renewed price momentum. Industry analysts highlight improved market sentiment and potential policy tailwinds.
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California Complex Sparks Coal Boom Across Rail Sector
Norfolk Southern Development president Daniel Smith notes a coal price rise boosting high-volatile coal and rail activity after years of muted demand. He says the turnaround surprised industry players, blaming the lack of a national energy plan in recent years for the surge and broader benefits to rail.
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Read Aloud Week Volunteers Stimulate Young Readers
Volunteers from Read Aloud West Virginia Mercer County week celebrate Author Week by presenting works from Rosemary Wells Johanna Hurwitz and Jack Prelutsky to fourth graders at Straley Elementary School. Lori Akers read Class Clown in the media center sparking excitement as students listen for the next part.
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Dry spell sparks more fires in Virginia region
Charles Owens reports a brief Tuesday shower gave limited relief to firefighters amid ongoing brush fires across Buchanan, Russell, Tazewell counties and Hurley. Jim Steele of the Virginia Department of Forestry warns a three day soaking rain is needed as 22 years on the job have not seen such dryness at late April.
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School board officials seek 3 percent raise for teachers in Tazewell County
Tazewell County School Board officials urged a 3 percent salary hike for teachers, a request tied to a $2.1 million local revenue need amid unresolved Richmond budget talks. Superintendent Don Hodock presented the plan to the Board of Supervisors, receiving no commitments. Chairman Bill Rasnick noted the county’s tight finances.
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