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- Another Snow Day Comes to Southern WV
The flakes may have stopped falling across much of the state, but the cold temperatures froze much of the snow that fell over night, keeping kids home from school for the second time this week.
- Police: Homeless man starts fire in attic of vacant house to keep warm
A homeless man trying to stay warm Thursday night broke into a vacant house and started a fire in the attic, Beckley police said.
- Newspaper staff mourns death of longtime coworker, friend
The staff at Beckley Newspapers is mourning the loss of longtime employee Alice Carol Underwood, who died Tuesday following complications from surgery.
- Mana s murder trial rescheduled for next year
The murder trial of a Fayette County man accused of shooting another man to death last March is now scheduled for Jan.
- Veterans of Foreign Wars commander-in-chief visits Beckley
Glen M. Gardner, commander-in-chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, stopped by Midway VFW Post 4326 Wednesday during a 3 1/2-day tour of West Virginia.
- Bitter Cold Temperatures Come to Southern WV
As the mecury plummets, people across the area are bundling up. But in the bitter cold, it takes more than just a heavy coat to stay safe.
- Car Crashes Into Beckley Home
Other Stories by Rontina McCann BECKLEY-- -- A car landed in a Beckley home on Willow Lane early Tuesday, just one of dozens of accidents around the region Tuesday.
- Weatherization Ideas In Mercer County
The snow is falling, and many people are looking forward warming up at home. But, the winter season will leave many in the cold this year.
- Big Kettle Campaign Kicks Off In Raleigh County
Friday started the annual holiday roundup. Friday, the Salvation Army kicked off it's annual Big Kettle holiday efforts.
- Man killed in crash near Piney View
A Mount Hope man was killed early Saturday after his SUV crashed into a tree near Piney View, police said.
- Glass Signing in Raleigh County
Fans of Fenton glass got a chance to get a limited edition piece. BECKLEY- -- Collectors of Fenton glass got a special treat Friday in Raleigh County.
- Raleigh County School Receives Exemplary School Status
This is the third time the Academy of Careers and Technology made the grade. Story by Alicia Suka Email Other Stories by Alicia Suka BECKLEY- -- It's a three-peat performance for teachers and students at a ...
- Vets Honored in Raleigh County
People came out Tuesday morning to catch the annual parade. In Beckley, people lined the streets uptown, many dressed in red, white and blue.
- Beckley leaf pickup in December
Beckley will conduct its 2008 fall leaf pickup beginning Dec. 1. Linda Carr, administrative assistant for Mayor Emmett Pugh, said leaves and also limbs no bigger than 2 inches in diameter will be picked up.
- One Dead After Accident in Raleigh County
Speeding may have been a factor in a fatal accident in Raleigh County. Story by Veronica Goad Email Other Stories by Veronica Goad BECKLEY -- The Raleigh County Sheriff's Department is investigating a deadly ...
- Vote Canvassing Happening Across the Area
Counties are working to review provision ballots. Story by Adam Baker Email Bio Other Stories by Adam Baker BECKLEY- -- Counties across West Virginia are taking a closer look at their elections.
- Raleigh County Holiday Tradition Will Go On
Keeping tradition going despite the economy. This year, other organizations are picking up the slack, since Fred's closed.
- Weekenders Take Time To Save Lives
Monthly blood drive held in Beckley. Story by Jessica Morgan Email Other Stories by Jessica Morgan BECKLEY -- The American Red Cross says every 2-seconds someone in the United States needs blood.
- Star Power Comes to Beckley
Country music singer takes the stage. Story by Adam Baker Email Bio Other Stories by Adam Baker BECKLEY -- A country music singer born right here in West Virginia returns home for a night.
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Hotels near Beckley, West Virginia that aren't too expensive but that have a great view? Question: I'm taking a four-day working vacation next week and wanted to escape to the mountains, and I'd been considering somewhere around Beckley, WV, where I've been through a couple times and absolutely loved the view. I'm going to be working on some projects that will keep me more or less tethered to an electrical outlet somewhere, but if I'm going to be in a hotel, I'd really like one with a balcony that would give me a great view of the mountains around Beckley and that wouldn't cost an arm and a leg. I'd like to pay no more than $50 a night, if possible. Any suggestions on any places with a view around Beckley that are still near "civilization" would be appreciated.
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hi there,heres a few for you to browse through..
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Country Inn - more info » countryinns.com
2120 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV
(304) 252-5100 -
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott - more info » marriott.com
125 Hylton Ln, Beckley, WV
(304) 252-8661 -
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Quality Inn - more info »choicehotels.com
1924 Harper Road, Beckley, WV
(304) 255-1511 -
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Comfort Inn - more info »choicehotels.com
1909 Harper Rd., Beckley, WV
(304) 255-2161 -
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Microtel Inn - more info » microtelinn.com
2130 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV
(304) 256-2000 -
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Days Inn Beckley - more info » daysinn.com
300 Harper Park Drive, Beckley, WV
(304) 255-5291 -
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Howard Johnson - more info » hojo.com
1907 Harper Rd., Beckley, WV
(304) 255-5900 -
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Best Western-Four Seasons - more info » bestwesternwvirginia.com
1939 Harper Rd, Beckley, WV
(304) 252-0671 -
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Hampton Inn - more info » hamptoninn.com
110 Harper Park Drive, Beckley, WV
(304) 252-2121 -
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Park Inn - more info » parkinn.com
134 Harper Park Dr, Beckley, WV
(304) 255-9091 -
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Looking for opinions of Beckley, West Virginia? Question: I am going there for a job interview later this month. I am interested in general impressions and specific information about the community.
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Beckley, WV - I lived there for 8 years and it really hasn't much to offer. It has a very low crime rate because most of the population is elderly.
Most stores have left the downtown area and have relocated to Eisenhower Blvd. which is a two lane road. (Walmart is the biggest store there). If you want to shop, do it before the first of the month because that is when everyone gets their welfare checks or social security checks and the traffic is bumper to bumper.
The nearest city is Charleston - about 50 miles away. There is nothing "cultural" to be found unless you want to see the "tuff-man" contest that is held about every 6 months here. Or you can go to see the Exhibition Coal Mine which is the biggest tourist attraction there.
There are no restaurants with class - there's a Ryan's near Walmart which is a buffet type establishment. It's packed to the ceiling on the first of the month. There is a Texas Steak House out by the Hwy 77 - also a Cracker Barrell.
The only good reason for my staying there for 8 years was the money I made and the low cost of living. The minute I was able to retire I did and moved out of the state.
Oh, I transferred there from Florida and my first year there we had about 4' of snow. The weather is horrid and the ice storms can shut the town down.
I see you're a surgeon - there are two hospital there and when I had a serious illness I had to be taken to Charleston for my surgery, so without a doubt you'd be an asset to this community. However, many doctors left the area because of the high cost to doctors for insurance so you probably should check out the rates.
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Can anyone help me find an address and phone # on a James Tayor he used to live in Beckley, West Virginia? Question: Can anyone help me find an address, phone # or even an e-mail address for a James Taylor he used to live in Beckley, West Virginia? He would be about 64 or 65 yrs. old. He and my father served in the army from 1960-1962. My father would very much to contact him. Your help is greatly appreciated
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Contact the Legion for his military unit, date of birth, and if you know, his regimental seargeant major, and whether he is by now on social security.
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Is Across the Universe Playing anywhere near Beckley or Huntington, West Virginia? Question: Does anyone know a theater within 100 miles of Huntington, WV that is playing Across the Universe?! I've scoured the internet for a cinema near me, but it looks like I'd have to travel at least 5 hours just to watch this amazing looking film :(
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He is the official web site of Across the Universe. Possibly with it you may try to find a location.
http://www.acrosstheuniverse.com/
I always use Yahoo Movies and that works for me.
The movie looks good, I can see why you would like to view it. Also try typing in Across the Universe in Yahoo's search engine. I found numerous site for the movie. Far too many for me to post here.
Good luck
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Beckley West Virginia? Question: I have been searching to web for a few months now and stubled on a few pages of reviews on mountain state university and Beckley WV. I was wondering if anyone could tell me first hand what its like there? I am going to be going to MSU and would like to know what is there around there to do? Any bars that the college kids go to? Or am I going to be bored out of my mind? Any info would be great!
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My info is old, but Beckley isn't far from my grandmother's place.
There's some rocking outdoor stuff, including whitewater rapids. I don't know about bars, but I can guarantee you I could find things to do around Beckley!
If I lived in West Virginia...so, so many places I would go, and so many things I would do! My first would be rafting, then I would climb. If you're bored in WV, you lack guts and imagination!
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Anyone know anything about Beckley, West Virginia? Question: My man just went down there and is staying with some chick he claims is his friend and I just want to know what the setting is like. He said they are off city limits in some small town? Any insight??? He said that everyone knows each other and that they are in the boonies??? What is it like out there? Nice or really poor and depressed looking. Please let me know.. Also, what are the houses out there like? The houses that they auction off for dirt cheap??? I need to know. Is this like appalachia or what?
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I live in the northern part of West Virginia, and I don't think Beckley is the boonies. Beckley is probably about 20,000 people, and where I live is about 1,500 people and the closest towns the size of Beckley to me are 60 miles away from where I live. I do live in the Appalachian mountains. The county where I live only has a total of 4 red lights, and some counties in West Virginia does not have a one red light or cops. If he only lives off the city limits, I personally would not call that the boonies. I feel West Virginians are fairly nice people. As for houses to buy, well I have seen them as low as $15 - $20 thousand dollars with an acre or 2. However West Virginia pay rate is low compared to other states, feel very luck to make $10 per hr. I'll let you know ahead of time that the roads are not very straight or flat. Left you a website I thought was interesting. If you would like more info, please feel free to email me.
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Anyone know what you need to do after applying to become a beckley wv police officer? Question: After submitting an application for beckley of west virginia police dept. (city police, no state), how long does it take to get a response? Also how long is the training for a city officer, not a trooper?
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A response will be forthcoming when an opening is available or when city council approves more money for more officers.
Training length varies from place to place. If they send you to the State Police Academy in Kanawha County it could be from 6 to 12 weeks (I think). Then you will be assigned various duties like traffic direction, crowd control, etc. Then you will ride with a training officer for a period of time. Then probably assigned a partner for a while before you are able to ride on your own. At any rate better start doing a lot of running and push-ups , pull-ups (under and over-handed). lifting weights etc. Get a jump on things if you're serious. Above all...don't try to impress your superiors with things you may have learned on tv. Just keep your mouth closed and your ears,eyes, and your mind open. Don't volunteer for anything don't stand in front or in back of the crowd. DO NOT overtly try to show up the boys, and be prepared to take some ribbing. No matter what though do not let them draw you out (make you angry). Police forces do not like reactionary people too much. Keep your cool at all times. Oh yes...work very hard on your skills of observation. Do things like going into a store or diner and by just glancing see how much you can recall about the people there, what they are wearing, height, weight, hair color eye color etc. Who would you consider the most likely threat,practice it, but do it quietly, don't make people nervous. Good luck from an old w.va boy !
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Avian(bird)Vets In the following states: south carolina,north carolina,Virginia,West virginia,and Ohio? Question: Here are the cities: South Carolina:Columbia, Rock Hill
North Carolina:Charlotte, Mooresville,Statesville
Virginia:Wytheville, Bluefield
West Virginia:Bluefield, Princeton,Beckley, Charleston,Parkersburg
Ohio:Marietta, Dover,Canton, Akron,Cleveland
I thought I might also add that if itsclose to interstate 77 thenit will work
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How and where can I get a Business Management Degree in West Virginia? Question: I am currently living in Beckley Wv and I want to start my own business, however I rather not have to go to college and take tons of expensive/pointless classes on top of the classes I would actually need. So who do I talk to about getting classes like this or where can I find them online? I know nothing about going to college because I never expected to be able to go to college on my income. Any and all help would be appreciated.
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good luck
http://business.kaplan.edu/Business_landing.aspx
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Night clubs in west virginia? Question: Im moving to Beckley West Vrigina and i want to find some night clubs to go to but google is no help so i figured that i would ask the public.
please help me it's an emergancy
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What health services are needed in West Virginia? Is there an area lacking? Question: Also, what voluntary service is available for this area? What services do they offer?I would like the answers to be related to Beckley or Raleigh county. If not, any information on WV will be fine.
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I used to live in Braxton County, and I can tell you one thing that's badly needed is free dental clinics. I never saw so many bad teeth in my life, and the people are so poor they can't afford to even travel to a dentist, let alone afford to pay for dental work. there needs to be one at least in Sutton., Beckley, Summersville, and a lot of other places.
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What's the best cell phone service for the central/southern West Virginia area? Question: I currently have Verizon and it seems to work when I am there visiting. I am going to be relocating in the next couple of months to the area just south of Charleston - about 30 mins south of downtown, off of I-119. My job will have me based out of Charleston and traveling to Huntington, Beckley, Parkersburg, Elkins, etc. Just wondering if I should keep Verizon or if another carrier is doing better there. I do realize it will be spotty off of the interstates but just trying to get as much coverage as possible. Thanks in advance!
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sprint if your always going out of town you can have the freedom of having free incoming calls no matter where the come from and you can international calling for only 4.00 a month where roaming charges wont apply to you
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