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Covington building crisis part two: putting children, public in harm’s way
COVINGTON, Va (Virginian Review) — Official city records obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request revealed that the City of Covington is allegedly not only illegally operating an uncertified building department, but has also apparently allowed the 410 on Main Corporation to host at least 10 or more unpermitted public and private events […] The post Covington building crisis part two: putting children, public in harm’s way appeared first on The Virginian Review.
It's illegal to put pennies on the train tracks in Virginia
No one told us baby boomer children in Botetourt County, Virginia that it was illegal to walk on train tracks because they were private property. Code of Virginia§ 18.2-159 Trespassing on Railroad tracks indicates that if you do anything except cross a track, you are guilty of a class 4 misdemeanor.
White Sulphur Springs residents voice concerns on potential slaughterhouse
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV (WVNS) – The citizens of White Sulphur Springs have growing concerns about a new business expanding in Greenbrier County. The business is not just a bakery or a new diner – it’s a slaughterhouse. Mountain Steer Meat Company opened their business around a year ago, but they now want to open […]
Local Reaction: Residents Divided Over Arrival of Meat Processing Facility in White Sulphur Springs
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS W.Va. (WVDN) – White Sulphur Springs City Council held their regular zoning meeting recently. The air inside the City Chambers was charged with tension as residents gathered for a pivotal meeting on the proposed establishment of a slaughterhouse in the community. Opposition to the slaughterhouse project reverberated through the room, echoing deep […] The post Local Reaction: Residents Divided Over Arrival of Meat Processing Facility in White Sulphur Springs appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Council for the Town of Clifton Forge announces May meeting
The Council for the Town of Clifton Forge will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Clifton Forge Town Hall. The post Council for the Town of Clifton Forge announces May meeting appeared first on The Virginian Review.
The Shadow: Political Theater
While The Shadow has at times leaned into a dramatic flair to underscore the penchant for theatrics from our public officials, it’s crucial to remember that drama itself is a mask worn to conceal fact and truth. Recently, in our local governance debates, we’ve seen some spectacular theatrical performances from our public officials worthy of […] The post The Shadow: Political Theater appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Road Project To Begin at Route 220 and International Parkway/Ashley Way
Work will start in May on a road construction project to improve traffic flow and safety by converting the intersection at Route 220 and Route 839/Route 1126 (International Parkway/Ashley Way) in Botetourt County to a restricted crossing U-turn (RCUT). Construction is anticipated to be completed in summer 2025. Beginning May 15, drivers can expect the […] Source
City of Covington to begin paving on Princeton Drive
Beginning Monday, May 20, 2024, weather permitting, Princeton Drive will be closed for paving work. NO ON STREET PARKING from 6:30 a.m. through 6:30 p.m. Delays should be expected between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. throughout the duration of the project. Alternative routes avoiding the area should be utilized during these hours. […] The post City of Covington to begin paving on Princeton Drive appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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