West Virginia Day on the Hudson River rafting event
West Virginia rafting plans invade New York on May 5 with 30 rafts on the Hudson River. Jim Holthaus of the Southern West Virginia CVB says the promo aims to attract ten million potential tourists and travel writers to showcase the region including Tamarack and The Greenbrier. The event marks the rafting industry’s 30th anniversary and will end at North Cove Yacht Harbor with a related bus trip and reception.
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Former store cashier files complaint over termination
Inga Borg Walker, 65, a Beckley Germany native, alleges the Salvation Army Thrift Store fired her after 90 days due to age and nationality. She claims manager Mark Cain cited a rude customer complaint while store leaders deny discrimination. A fact finding conference is set for May 14.
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Woman fails to stop for school bus in Shady Spring
Edna L. Myles 63 struck a 6 year old girl who had just exited a stopped school bus on US 19 in Shady Spring. The child was taken to Raleigh General Hospital in stable condition. Myles was cited for passing a stopped school bus.
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Public radio debuts in Union area from new 91.5 FM transmitter
Charleston West Virginia public radio began broadcasting from a Monroe County transmitter near Union. The low power 91.5 FM service covers about seven miles, funded by state and federal sources. Director Francis Fisher urged listeners to report reception areas and call 1-888-594-2455 to request a free WV Public Radio guide.
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