16 Sep 1998
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Newspaper
Register Herald
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1998
Page
1
The Flying Eagles defeated the Princeton Tigers in a Tuesday night matchup. The game featured strong defense and timely scoring from key players, clinching a narrow victory for the Eagles.
West Virginia retailers briefly raised regular gasoline prices amid crude oil volatility. Prices at Beckley stations jumped from 98 cents to 1.05 and from 1.00 to 1.06 a gallon as executives cited cheap crude and high inventories. Experts said fluctuations can occur two to three times weekly, with taxes shaping the final consumer cost.
Beckley plans to annex unincorporated areas north of Beckley facing opposition from property owners who fear higher taxes and loss of control. County Commissioner Vernon Bailey said annexation requires notifying owners, while Cal lownay Heights and Sprague residents met with Mayor Emmett Pugh III, with most opposing the idea despite a city trigger of spending in the area.
A Boulder grand jury was convened to examine the JonBenet Ramsey murder, using subpoena power to obtain witnesses and documents. Police seek evidence beyond interviews, with District Attorney Hunter noting the Ramseys are under an umbrella of suspicion. The Ramseys deny involvement. their attorney declined comment.
In Beverly, Randolph County environmentalists weigh jobs effects of banning mountaintop mining. Some argue a moratorium would curb valley fills and protect streams, while others fear job losses and broader mining shutdowns in West Virginia. The discussion continues among about 90 attendees at the weekend conference.
A resurfacing project is under way at the intersection of Robert C Byrd Drive Eisenhower Drive and Ragland Road. Most paving occurs at night but daytime motorists should expect increased traffic and possible delays as crews work from early Tuesday morning.
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