Clinton Rejects GOP Budget Plan in Partial Shutdown
President Clinton rebuffed a Republican plan to reopen the government in seven years, threatening a veto over proposed Medicare Medicaid education and environmental cuts plus a tax hike. He insisted the GOP must balance the budget and warned of continued stalemate as lawmakers sparred.
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Bluefield High School showcase postponed to December 7
Weather delays force Bluefield High School to reschedule the showcase from tonight to Thursday December 7. Rebecca Stearts says the event runs 6 30 to 8 30 p m with displays on additions renovations and student growth. The Shott Foundation and Mrs Laurence E Tierney Jr will be honored for support.
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Richlands Chamber Holds After Business Hours Event
The Richlands Area Chamber of Commerce board will host an After Business Hours gathering from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. honoring the Founder's Club at First Union Bank in Richlands.
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Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow showers today
The forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with a chance of snow showers. Highs lie in the 30s. Tonight, expect mostly cloudy conditions with more snow shower chances in the mountains and light flurries possible in lower elevations. Lows will be in the 20s.
Non-resident fire fees approved ordinance in BLUEFIELD
The City Board of Directors approved a new ordinance at the second reading to bill non residents and non subscribers for first responder, fire services and hazardous materials removal. Minimum charges start at 250 for property owners, 125 for vehicle incidents, plus 75 per additional unit, with actual costs charged for excess labor and equipment.
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Winter storm brings light snow and school closures
A eastern United States snowfall prompted school shutdowns while drivers faced hazards. The National Weather Service canceled a southern West Virginia advisory and noted a 30 percent chance of light snow with temperatures in the mid to upper 30s. Mercer County crews logged two to three inches in lower elevations and six inches in Herndon Mountain areas. Officials cited ice on roads and cold weather as the main challenge. Beeson, Southern West Virginia and southwest Virginia Storm A-3
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Rahall Praised as Conferees Reach NHS Highway Agreement
Conferees approved a conference report on the National Highway System bill after prolonged talks. Representative Nick Rahall of West Virginia was singled out by the Highway Users Federation for leadership in pushing the plan to implement NHS and fund major road upgrades.
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Oakvale bus driver to be transferred after board vote
Mercer County Board of Education unanimously voted to accept the superintendent’s recommendation on Oakvale bus driver Sarah Osborne of Princeton. Testimony on Nov 8 alleged speeding and reckless behavior. new plan includes speed monitor device, temporary relocation, and supervised return to duty with specific route procedures.
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