Autumn leaf color logic and pigment changes explained
The text describes how shortening days trigger a hormonal process that halts chlorophyll, revealing red, yellow, and brown pigments in temperate trees. It notes photoperiodism, pigment roles, and the role of water loss, with West Virginia Division of Forestry providing the information.
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West Virginia tourism sees growth and leaf viewing demand
Shumate notes 31 percent rise in October 1999 center sales from September 1999 with 51 percent year over year gain in 1998. Forester McBride cites Pipestem and Grandview overlooks as top leaf watching spots, now in the national park system, while tourism data show 6.6 million overnight trips and 6.3 million day visitors in 1998 with average spend of 62.5 dollars per person per day, below national and regional peers.
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Rabid bat bites Bluefield boy spurs inoculations plan
Mercer County Health Officer Dr. Kathy Wides reports a south Bluefield boy was bitten by a rabid bat on Tuesday and began rabies inoculations. A rabid skunk was found in Princeton the same day. The health department urged pet immunizations and caution with bats in homes.
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Beckner Brothers Band Raises Funds for Recording
The Beckner Brothers bluegrass group, joined by David Bailey and Tim Bowling, headlined a Saturday fundraiser to raise money for a recording. Local sponsors included Conncert Music World and Industrial Transport, with multiple acts performing and a receptive audience enjoying a sunlit show.
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Calvary Quartet
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Bland County Festival Flies High With Evening Concert
Festival in Bland County showcases arts crafts and heritage with an evening concert for the first time. Bland County native Darnell Miller, formerly of the Swing Kings, performs after a morning flag raising. Festivities include worship service, music, contests, crafts, and family activities led by festival chair Sarah Brackens.
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Darnell Miller
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Nashville
Karl Dunn
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