Mercer seeks consultants for a possible convention center
Mercer County Commission advertises for consulting firms to study siting and financial feasibility of a new convention center. The aging Brushfork Armory is deemed unsuitable for larger events like the Bluefield Coal Show, prompting a feasibility study of locations and funding sources such as the Appalachian Regional Commission and USDA Rural Development.
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Trump paid 750 in income taxes in 2016 and 2017
The New York Times report saysPresident Donald Trump paid only 750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017, with no federal taxes in 10 of the prior 15 years. Trump dismissed the claim as fake news at a White House briefing.
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Pandemic stress tied to rising self harm deaths, expert says
Bluefield Daily Telegraph reports a nationwide rise in death by own action linked to pandemic stress. Dr. Emily Boothe notes pre pandemic rates were already increasing, with a 31 percent rise from 2001 to 2017, highlighting Mental Health Awareness Month concerns.
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Mercer PLC eyes McComas water expansion project
Mercer County Public Service Authority plans to extend water service in the McComas area from about 30 households to include 15 more. PSD chairman Mike Kennett says upgrades to the McComas waterline equipment are underway though no new water source will be added.
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