Demand swells at Princeton food pantry
The Princeton Salvation Army says demand has emptied shelves as about 10 families seek food daily. Major Raymond Pruitt notes a 10 percent rise in three years and urges nonperishable food and hygiene donations via P O Box 1090 Princeton WV 24740 or texting saprinceton to 41444. donations must meet a screening process.
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Grant boosts Tug River health centers in McDowell County
U S Senators Capito and Manchin announced a 1.1 million grant to Tug River Health Association in McDowell County as part of a 20.8 million HHS funding package to 11 West Virginia health centers. The funds help cover underinsured care and recruit qualified staff while expanding prenatal and postnatal programs. Tim Crofton said the annual federal support offsets service costs and equipment upgrades across five centers.
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Waiting for disability benefits stretches into years
Vernon Lamirand of Norman Oklahoma says daily pain from eye removal makes work nearly impossible. The Social Security backlog now tops 1.1 million appeals, with waits exceeding the agency’s 270 day target and causing financ ial ruin for many awaiting benefits.
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Sobriety checkpoint planned by Bluefield police
LUEFIELD The RB Bluefield Police Department will run a sobriety checkpoint on Saturday May 21 from 8 p.m. to midnight near the Cumberland Road and Grassy Branch Road intersection. Lt. G W Lightfoot said the event aims to raise awareness and deter driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol.
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Child Safety Education Day slated for May 21 in Princeton
Princeton officials announce the seventh annual Child Safety Education Day to promote safety for kids and parents. Hosted 11 am to 3 pm at Princeton Municipal Building with activities including a Bicycle Obstacle Course, a Child Safety Seat check, and a helmet giveaway for children in need. Organizers include the Princeton Fire Department, Princeton Community Hospital, Recycle WV, and area sponsors.
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Judge rules West Virginia hate crime law excludes sexual orientation
Cabell County Circuit Judge Paul Farrell ruled that West Virginia law does not cover violence or threats based solely on sexual orientation. Former Marshall football player Steward Butler faces assault charges after an incident where he allegedly used a homophobic slur and attacked two men kissing. Hate crime counts not dismissed yet. prosecutors may appeal to the state Supreme Court within 60 days.
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