Miller to seek reelection as WV loses seat in redistricting
Representative Carol Miller announces she will run again after West Virginia loses a congressional seat in the 2020 census redistricting. The map expands her former 3rd District into the 1st and 2nd districts, with about equal populations. The plan now heads to Gov. Jim Justice for signature and may pit fellow Republicans David McKinley and Alex Mooney in a 2nd District race.
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Chuck Yeager Breaks Sound Barrier First Time in 1947
West Virginian Charles Yeager, a WWII ace and test pilot, piloted the Bell X-1 named Glamorous Glennis past 660 mph on October 14, 1947, becoming the first to break the sound barrier. He later said the ride was fast yet manageable and noted secrecy surrounding the achievement.
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Mercer COVID cases in Mercer drop sharply in October
Princeton reports Mercer County new COVID cases falling to about 30 daily in early October from 61 in September. County Health Administrator Roger Topping cites mask mandate as a major factor and notes continued reductions statewide as authorities protect residents with data driven measures.
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Suspect in 1995 Anawalt death jailed and extradited
Arthur L. Greer Jr., 49, of Anawalt, indicted last June on first degree murder and felony conspiracy in the July 11 1995 death of Frankie Lane. He was arrested in Virginia and returned to West Virginia on home confinement after a capias warrant issued for missing court appearance in McDowell County.
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