Bluefield Approves Second Reading of Camping on Public Property Ordinance
Bluefield board of directors unanimously passes second reading of a new ordinance titled Camping on Public Property regulating camping on streets alleys parks and other public areas. The measure cites public safety and health concerns and defines camping as sleeping or preparing to sleep with shelter such as tents or huts on city property unless designated for camping.
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40th Senior Expo draws large crowd at Princeton venue
The 40th Annual Senior Expo filled the Karen Preservati Center in Princeton with residents and vendors from Mercer County Technical Center Medicare Plan Superstore Clinch Valley Health and more The event featured free flu vaccinations financial services and advice insurance information and a performer Rudy Presley It was rescheduled from Brushfork National Guard Armory after Hurricane Helene cut power to thousands in the region.
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Mercer records high turnout canvass opens at county office
Mercer reports a new turnout record as unofficial results circulate. The canvass begins at 9 a.m. at the Mercer County Courthouse Voter Registration Office, open to the public and candidates. County Clerk Verlin Moye says the audit will review all numbers and provisional and absentee ballots.
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West Virginia schools lack funds for safety upgrades
West Virginia's financially strapped public schools struggle to fund millions in security upgrades including secure front entries and weapon detection systems. The state education department says $258 million is needed this school year, while counties' levies and taxes fall short of covering the costs. 272 schools still lack safe school entries with mantraps.
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