Bush Energy Plan Faces Hot Debate in Congress
The White House releases a 105 item energy report urging more oil drilling on public lands and expanding private land use for power lines. Bush and Cheney push to reduce foreign oil reliance while Democrats warn of price spikes and voter backlash amid rising energy costs.
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Lightning hits course leaves strange leaf shaped scorch mark
Beljan recounted a lightning strike at Fountain Springs Golf Course on the highest point of the course near Little Mountain. The bolt scorched the 14th green leaving a 15 foot leaf-shaped imprint and sent turf flying up to 21 paces. Beljan plans fringe repairs for the upcoming Princeton-Mercer Chamber golf tournament.
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Peterstown
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Jan Beljan
Florida
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Mercer County
Methadone clinic debate roils county residents and officials
Community members oppose a proposed Life Center methadone clinic in a residential area citing drug and gang concerns while county leaders say they cannot block the facility without zoning rules. Life Center says the Galax outpatient clinic serves about 300 patients, including about 100 from Galax and 200 from surrounding counties.
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Reading Bees aim to promote fun learning in Mercer and Tazewell
Mercer County and Tazewell County announce reading bees to show reading can be enjoyable. Students will compete for a traveling trophy, receive Tshirts, participation certificates, and a Dr. Seuss book, with lunch provided. Mercer uses varied books while Tazewell uses Misty of Chincoteague. Sponsors include Cole Automotive, Captain D's, Kmart, and Bluefield Daily Telegraph plus Pizza Hut. Bluefield College and Concord College provide facilities.
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Concord College
Tazewell Narcotics Anonymous group seeks attendees
Dixon describes abstinence only recovery and notes the lack of local meetings after rehab. The Tazewell Narcotics Anonymous group meets Saturdays at 7 30 p m at First United Methodist Church. Princeton and Bluefield locations offer weekly sessions with phone contact for information.
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Navy spy plane crew to receive special awards
The Navy will award the EP-3E crew medals for heroism after a collision with a Chinese fighter over the South China Sea. Lt. Shane Osborn will receive the Distinguished Flying Cross, with Senior Chief Petty Officer Nicholas Mellos also earning a Meritorious Service Medal. Defense officials said awards will be presented at Andrews AFB by Defense Secretary Rumsfeld during the Joint Service Open House. The plane remains on Hainan Island as talks continue on its repair and return.
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