Extended midweek forecast and lake line numbers
The forecast shows Wednesday and Friday partly cloudy with highs in the lower 80s and chances of showers and thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday. Lows stay in the lower 60s. Stream conditions are provided for Bluestone Lake, Summersville Lake, and R.D. Bailey Lake with their contact numbers.
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Hands on summer program teaches conservation and self esteem
Students collected over 1000 aluminum cans while learning about resource conservation. Dr Joyce Meikamp praised the hands on approach as boosting enthusiasm for school. Teachers and visitors, including Al Martine and Ron Perrone from Three Rivers Avian Center, helped students engage with live birds and rainforest awareness.
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Clinton faces intensifying impeachment backdrop amid Lewinsky probe
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Prison Inmate Population Rises Amid Tougher Sentencing
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Drive-Through Lanes Stir Towns to Slow Progress
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