Youth expo planned to tackle future concerns in Mercer County
A regional youth expo is in planning for Mercer County aimed at 15 to 18 year olds. The Creating Opportunities for Youth Coalition schedules the event for Saturday March 6 at Concord College with keynote speakers workshops vendor booths and teen entertainment. Greg Puckett notes parent involvement and workshops for guardians as well, aiming for annual impact with COFY partners including local service providers and schools. Tim Smith is coordinator for expo assistance and contact details are provided.
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Bluefield
Mercer County
Creating Opportunities For Youth Coalition
Concord College
Greg Puckett
Puckett
Buchanan County walk to benefit pediatric cancer research center
A fitness walk in Buchanan County supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Miracle Mile Fitness Walk, organized by the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Department and Poplar Gap Park, will occur during the park’s fall festival on Oct. 18. Registration starts at 2 p.m. with the walk from 3 to 5 p.m. Prizes include T shirts at $35 and a shirt plus sports bag at $75, plus certificates for all participants.
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Grundy
Buchanan County
Sheriff’s Department
Poplar Gap Park
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Vicky Jones
Jones
St. Jude
United States
Eign
Boil Water Advisory Issued for Last Resort Water System
A boil water advisory was issued in Athens for the Last Resort Water system due to inadequate disinfection. Public health officials urge residents to boil tap water for drinking and cooking until further notice.
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Athens
NARFE to Meet Thursday in Bluefield
The Bluefield Chapter of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees will hold a meeting Thursday at 11 30 a.m. at the East River Mountain Inn, with members gathering for fellowship and updates on federal employee issues.
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Bluefield
National Association Retired Federal Employees
East River Mountain Inn
Doctor Pastor Richard Bradley United in Care and Faith
Dr Richard Bradley provided life sustaining medical and spiritual care at home and in hospital. His commitment and service reminded us to “first do no harm” and showed his impeccable character and high ethical standards guiding our mother and family.
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Richard Bradley
Bradley
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