CHIP passes 20,000 in West Virginia CHIP program grows in Mountain State
Governor Bob Wise highlights aggressive enrollment for the West Virginia CHIP program as it crosses 20 000 and aims for broader coverage. Officials estimate 28 000 children are eligible and vow to continue statewide outreach with new TV ads featuring Kathy Mattea.
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Carte
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Blue Star Memorial to be Unveiled in Tazewell
In Tazewell Virginia the first Blue Star Memorial for Southwest Virginia will be unveiled Memorial Day. The 2 p.m. ceremony on Monday May 28 at the Historic Crab Orchard Museum and Pioneer Park marks a tribute to Americans who have served in the armed forces.
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Princeton PD to receive federal aid for vests
Princeton Police Chief Casey Martin announced a U S Department of Justice grant of 2012 to fund 10 bulletproof vests for officers. Officers must wear vests at the firing range and during raids while encouraged on regular duty.
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Boundary adjustment plan eyed by Cedar Bluff and county
Cedar Bluff and the Tazewell County Board of Supervisors plan a joint public hearing on a proposed boundary adjustment affecting the high school complex Gateway Shopping Center area and Jones Chapel Road. The June 19 hearing was postponed and a new date will be announced. Community officials say Gateway Center owners back the agreement.
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Relay for Life Huge Success at Mitchell Stadium
The American Cancer Society Relay for Life at Mitchell Stadium drew hundreds of volunteers despite showers. Mercer County Chapter director Sherry Ciccolini said 750 walkers and 58 teams signed up, with about 91,000 raised and expectations to top 100,000. Doris Sue Kantor sparked luminary donations while Pat O Neal, cancer free for nine and a half years, and friend Lois Gibson head a local support group.
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Bluefield Police Warn On Handicap Space Abuse
Bluefield police say abuse of handicap parking remains common at malls and shopping centers with a $50 fine for illegal parking. Sgt. T R Miller notes patrols target offenders and urges public help to curb the issue.
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