West Virginia Supreme Court upholds track gambling law
Justices split on hearing the mandamus action as the court backs a law allowing county option casino-style gambling at race tracks. Track owners cheer, but critics warn of corruption and vote buying tied to gambling revenue. Special elections set for June and August across Jefferson, Ohio, Hancock, and Kanawha counties.
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Estepp named second SwVCC president in rural Virginia
Estepp, dean of Appalachian State University’s college of fine and applied arts since 2003, visited Richlands and Matewan WV before plans to assume SwVCC presidency as successor to founder Charles King. Board chair Frances Minton touts his fit for a rural Southwest Virginia college.
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Kentucky
King’s Retirement Triggers January Launch of New Era
After more than four decades of service, King retires and a January launch marks a new era. The move signals organizational transition and leadership renewal as the institution embarks on its next chapter.
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Founding President of SwVCC Named in Contact Notice
Founding president of SwVCC is referenced in a contact note directing inquiries to Charles Owens at cowens at btonline com. The fragment indicates a formal greeting or acknowledgment tied to the institution’s early leadership.
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Charles Owens
Cowens
Repair options discussed for Southern Regional Jail overflow issue
Commissioners and Sheriff Wills reviewed solutions after prisoners were moved to magistrate court holding cells. Considerations include fixing the downstairs holding cell or reopening two blocks in the former Mercer County Jail on the courthouse top floor. Each option involves costs and ADA compliant stainless toilets with grinders to deter misuse and prevent floods.
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Reopening Jail Blocks Requires Utilities and Fixtures
Wills said reopening two cell blocks will need reconnecting water and power to the old jail. Two new toilets, a toilet and sink combination for jails, must be installed.
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County mulls funding for jail renovations and bids
Wills cites costly renovations for the existing cell including a steel ceiling at a minimum of 5000. Delegates Long Porter and Mercer officials discuss emergency state funding with the county share set at one third. Commission to meet at 3 p.m. Tuesday May 29 to review options and bid status. Contact Greg Jordan at gjordan bottonline.com.
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