Inmates to be moved to McDowell facilities amid COVID worries
Federal guards warn of COVID-19 risk as hundreds of inmates from southern states are slated for transfer to McDowell Federal Correctional Institute in Welch and Alderson facilities. They allege no testing or quarantine will occur, and point to understaffed medical services. Union leader Brian Lucas cites unsafe conditions for inmates, staff, and surrounding communities.
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Athens Police welcome four legged K9 Mathias to force
Athens Police Department introduces Mathias a Doberman Pinscher from Serbia now joining Officer in Charge C T Lowe as a community oriented K9 partner. The dog trained in executive protection will learn article searches narcotics tracking and lost person detection with help from Athens Town Council residents and Police Explorers.
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Bluefield High to host Friday night game under code yellow rules
Principal explains attendance limits for the Big Blue versus Princeton Senior game at Mitchell Stadium Friday under state code yellow. Only a limited number of spectators may attend public gatherings, shaping the traditional football night.
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Justice warns West Virginia on rising COVID deaths and cases
Gov. Jim Justice opened a COVID briefing with grim figures as 16 new West Virginia deaths push the state total to 230, while active cases hit a record 2,146 and the daily positivity rate climbs to 4.93 percent. He linked national totals to the Japan WWII anniversary and urged recognition of the pandemic’s reality, noting a concerning RT value of 1.22. Two school systems report positive tests ahead of a Sept. 8 start.
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