Hechler urges EPA action on mountaintop removal mining
West Virginia Secretary of State Ken Hechler urged federal officials to intervene with stronger rules on mountaintop removal after accusing Gov. Cecil Underwood of siding with coal interests. Hechler cited home and water damage from blasting while EPA warns it may take over water permit issuance if the bill becomes law.
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CWV Wins Beckley Junior High Auction for 502000
The College of West Virginia bought the former Beckley Junior High School on South Kanawha Street for 502000 after a public Raleigh County auction. CWV raised nearly 1 million for purchase and renovations and plans a planning session with program directors to map the annex main building and gym. Raleigh County Superintendent Dwight Dials noted the building’s rich athletic history as he opened bidding at 500000 and CWV secured the sale with an approved 25000 hold.
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Shady Spring Students Chat With Senator Rockefeller
Thirteen juniors at Shady Spring High School joined Sen. Jay Rockefeller via the Internet for an online Q A about current events. The class pressed the senator on topics from the state road bill to teen smoking while Rockefeller discussed his West Virginia service and policy positions. He encouraged student opinions and thanked the class before logging off, with plans for further sessions.
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Tobacco companies launch drive against Congress
Tobacco firms widen a political push against anti smoking legislation arguing it would create a cigarette black market and an expanded federal bureaucracy. Industry ads target the American public while GOP lawmakers face reelection and questions about nicotine addiction.
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