West Virginia early voting ends today amid quiet lines
Voters in Mercer McDowell and Monroe counties wrapped up the midterm early voting period as polls open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Mercer County with 3,668 ballots cast, including 1,109 Democrats and 1,611 Republicans. In-person voting remains the preferred method, with statewide polling from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on election day.
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Bluefield donor leaves WVU trombone to Montcalm High
A blue trombone donated by WVU Alumni Band to Montcalm High is paired with a moving letter. The note recalls a late 1960s WVU band member who joined the Air Force Band and supported troops worldwide before his passing this spring. It asks that the instrument be given to a deserving student to honor his memory.
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Candy Cane Trail Boosts Local Businesses This Holiday
Mercer County CVB launches Visit Mercer County Candy Cane Trail to spur shopping and dining locally. Participants can win gift cards gift baskets and a weekend trip to a West Virginia state park. Executive Director Jamie Null invites residents to sign up online for a passport and receive a participation link via text or email.
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Justice Grants 2.5 Million to Bluefield State University
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice announced a 2.5 million grant to Bluefield State University to expand housing and add new academic programs at the Medical Education Center while upgrading the student union. About 500 thousand funds will support health sciences facilities and 2 million will back renovations at the Medical Education Center and BRMC assets, aiding classrooms and beds for about 20 students.
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