Promise Scholarship may decide West Virginia race
In the West Virginia governor contest between Gov. Cecil Underwood and Rep. Bob Wise the Promise Scholarship becomes the central issue. Wise urges funding via a 6 percent tax on video poker machines to provide full tuition for qualifying students while Underwood opposes expanding gambling. The plan, approved in 1999, would cost about 25 million dollars if funded and could boost student achievement and state credibility.
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West Virginia
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Education and the Arts
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Ice
West Virginia University
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Rahall outlines WV venture capital drive for high tech growth
West Virginia congressman Rahall frames venture capital as key to expanding high tech jobs. He cites a 48th place ranking for venture capital share of GSP and argues better capital access will boost multiple economic indicators and create more employment opportunities.
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Rahall
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Residents Split Over Video Poker Risks and State Tax
Anawalt resident Mary Farmer says video poker is used mainly for amusement and should not be taxed, while Bluefield area residents voice mixed views. Lisa Bailey warns of addiction and urges avoidance if you enjoy the machines, noting a $700 loss but recovery. Joe Cerney fears increased gambling and dismisses candidate rhetoric, as others see potential benefits for education and public causes.
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Mary Farmer
Bluefield Area
Lisa Bailey
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Princeton
Ronnie Wohlford
Wohlford
Bluefield
Lamont Green
Gas prices climb at Bluefield area stores amid uncertain market
Food City in Bluefield Virginia posted regular unleaded at 1.46 dollars, up slightly from three weeks earlier, while Fast Stop Nos. 3 and S&S Martin Princeton reported 1.48 and uncertain future costs. Store managers cited rising shipments and market volatility. European truckers protested high fuel costs in Sweden Norway and Finland.
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Veteran teacher returns to lead Pocahontas students in music
Jones, eastern district representative and longtime Graham High School band director, directs Pocahontas students with Boomwhackers. He notes a need for instruments and pursues a grant from the Mr Holland's Opus Foundation to supply new and refurbished instruments.
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Tazewell County Board of Supervisors
Graham High School
Holland
Opus Foundation
Pocahontas
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