West Virginia Supreme Court voids 215 million grants
The West Virginia Supreme Court struck down all 215 million in economic development grants awarded by a state committee, ruling the panel was unconstitutionally appointed. The court, in a 3-2 decision, upheld the committee's core role and suggested a reformed panel could reissue funds for 35 projects in 22 counties including a Charleston baseball park and a Wheeling outlet mall. Gov. Wise pledged to pursue remedial legislation in a forthcoming special session.
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Warner joins prayer at VMI commencement
Gov Mark R. Warner bowed his head in prayer with Virginia Military Institute graduates at Lexington during commencement. He said he hopes a federal appeals court reconsiders a ruling that it is unconstitutional for cadets to pray together before dinner. He praised VMI traditions and the saying of grace before meals amid cheers from 239 graduates and families.
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Record of Support for Military School Traditions Sainted By Gov Warner
A formal record notes enduring support for the state's military school traditions and prayer practices, acknowledging Governor Mark Warner and a lineage dating back to the 1950s. The document asserts commitment to institutional customs and governance.
Annual Bluefield concert series opens with High School band
Bluefield Daily Telegraph launches its 15th straight summer concert series in Chic kory Square Bluefield with the Bluefield High School Stage Band conducted by Roger Daniels. Tom Colley executive editor notes the series helps draw visitors to downtown each Friday at noon during summer.
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June Carter Cash remembered as country music pioneer
Nashville AP reports June Carter Cash died at 73 from heart surgery complications. The singer musician composer actress and author helped shape country music beyond her pairing with Johnny Cash. Ed Benson of the Country Music Association urges recognizing her pioneering work alongside Loretta Lynn and Tammy Wynette.
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Coal Miners Memorial Festival Parade Begins in Richlands
The Richlands Coal Miners Memorial Festival kicked off with a 6:15 p.m. parade featuring 75 entries. Grand marshals Gene Heral and Bob Nassif led the event as Alternate Roots provided bluegrass music after the parade. At 11 a.m., the memorial dedication at Richlands Town Hall Plaza will honor coal miners with a bronze miner statue nearby.
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Richlands Chamber of Commerce
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Coal Miners’ Memorial Committee
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Coal Miners’ Memorial
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