Bush to revise Clinton forest protection rules nationwide
The Bush administration plans to revise the Clinton era ban on road building and most logging in a third of U S national forests allowing local decisions. The 58.5 million acres remain protected until new rules are crafted with site specific analyses and public comment.
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Education. Tuition Increases At West Virginia Colleges
Continued discussion on tuition hikes shows West Virginia University Parkersburg facing a 26 percent rise or $484 more for 2001-2002, Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College at $216 more, a 15 percent increase, and Marshall University's baccalaureate program adding about $180.
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Southern West
Virginia Community and Technical College
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Tax revenues by city and county stay strong in 2001
The January to April 2001 tourism tax reports show Mercer County receiving most income from hotel stays, with Bluefield and Princeton sharing smaller amounts. February and March totals exceed 2000 figures, while April dips slightly from last year. Bluefield’s February and March reports are missing.
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Mercer County Commission
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Wise touts WV progress in education and reforms
West Virginia Governor highlights achievements across education environment health economic development infrastructure and public safety. He cites Promise scholarships 100 percent funding for Higher Education Grants, new school funding, smokeless tobacco tax, creek and river protections, Medicaid reforms, steel industry efforts, infrastructure bonds, and curbs on illegal gambling.
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Wise backs West Virginia site work and prison push
Governor Wise pledges close cooperation with local officials to develop an Indian Ridge Industrial Park near the King Coal Highway and Coalfields Expressway interchange and to secure a federal prison. He notes earlier contract cancellations were only rescheduled and forecasts continued road design progress. A synthetic fuels bill will send about 400000 dollars yearly to McDowell County, aiding the economy alongside the new industrial park. Local leaders call the project a miracle in progress despite hurdles.
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McDowell County
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Contractors discuss city permit enforcement impact on costs
Donetta Rose enberger and Gibson address rumors about recent contractor and inspector interactions. Builders warn stricter enforcement will raise prices as penalties for unpermitted work are outlined. Brewers, Wohlford, and Harry defend or contest policy while city distributes enforcement codes and a two page opinion.
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Donetta Rose
Gibson
Dave Wohlford
Dan Brewer
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Steve Harry
City Hall
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