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Prison time Officer prevented shooting JEFF LESTER NEWS EDITOR

A Norton man will go to prison for a string of crimes in August 2015 that ended with an attempt to shoot a city police officer. Earlier this week, Wise County Circuit Court Judge Chadwick Dotson sentenced Erik James Silcox to 15 years JEFF LESTER PHOTO in prison with eight years sus- This stretch of Norton’s Tipple Hill area, looking southeast toward Kentucky pended, according to Avenue, could one day include a major recreation and education site along a pro- Commonwealth Attorney City posed riverwalk that would stretch to Ramsey. Chuck Slemp. Silcox, 22, will spend seven years behind bars, Slemp eyes SILCOX, PAGE 5 walk Town plans JEFF LESTER views NEWS EDITOR NORTON — Imagine quarry taking a slow, leisurely walk along the Guest River from near down- town to the Ramsey com- plan munity amid greenery, shady pathways and a JENAY TATE variety of features EDITOR AND PUBLISHER designed to educate, entertain and enhance the The St. Paul Planning fun. Commission next week takes That’s the concept city up a controversial rezoning council, city administra- request that would clear the tion and a landscape way for development of a rock design graduate student quarry that falls inside the have in mind for a big town limits. stretch on the east side of Critics claim it would be Norton. This artist’s rendering shows a proposal for the Tipple Hill section including pic- too close — to town, to the During an August nic, shelter and mining history features. Clinch River and to historic council meeting, Sugar Hill and Clinch River University of Maryland Trails — and run counter to master’s degree candi- that costs the city nothing. about eight years ago to look at a the Tipple Hill property. economic development work date Dylan Reilly pre- riverwalk concept. Two years This year, Norton Industrial on outdoor recreation. sented his concept for the BACKGROUND later, the city conducted a feasibil- Development Authority received Bobby and Bernice Hill of project. Reilly chose the Reilly noted that Norton’s ity study, and in 2011 graduate $35,000 from a lawsuit and used riverwalk idea as his mas- acquisition of a sewer line ease- student Nathan Brown completed ter’s thesis project, then ment created an opportunity a conceptual design for a park on RIVERWALK, came up with a design PAGE 2 QUARRY, PAGE 5 Rescue finances still struggling SUBSCRIBER INFORMATION HERE

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NORTON — After looking at Norton Rescue Squad’s financial situation, the city manager advised council Tuesday the unit likely will need another infusion of cash from the city. In 2015, the squad ran 1,032 calls, about 30 more than last year and the highest number in recent years, City Manager Fred Ramey said as part of a comparative update on where the unit stands over last year. The squad provides the city financial progress reports as part of a memorandum of understanding it agreed to in exchange for addi- tional financial support from the city. The rescue squad’s net revenue from holding games of Bingo grew by almost $1,500 but totals are not enough to offset declines that have land- ed with a wallop. In 2010, Bingo generated almost $200,000. It dropped by about $50,000 the next year to $147,500. It totaled only $49,100 by 2013 and

FINANCES, PAGE 2 PAGE 2 Friday, September 9, 2016 The Coalfield Progress Norton, Virginia 24273 r Riverwalk FROM PAGE 1 the money for an environ- mental assessment of the for- mer coal tipple site, he noted. And that’s where Reilly came into the picture.

CONCEPT The design and the design process depend on communi- ty engagement, with several groups discussing ideas and making decisions, Reilly explained. That process during the summer included meetings with many officials, local stakeholders and experts, along with a public communi- ty design event in July that attracted about 30 people, he said. The concept is a 2-mile riverwalk to be built in two phases. It would begin with a trail- head at the city community center and would extend to near Kentucky Avenue along the river and on to the area of a former sewer plant at Ramsey, Reilly said. From the community cen- ter, walkers would cross the Safe Routes to School side- walk area and cross the bridge at Roundtown. At Seneca Lane, near rail- Phase one of the proposed riverwalk, shown as a yellow line, would start at the Norton community center road right-of-way, walkers near the elementary school, cross the Tipple Hill area and follow the river near Kentucky Avenue to the would cross private property at the tipple site and continue Glenn’s Finer Homes area. Phase two, not shown, would continue to a point near the Ramsey site of a former along the sewer easement sewer plant. property, then follow the river. The tipple site is proposed as the center of many activities, featuring a multi-purpose shelter, features that examine the local history of mining, classroom and picnic areas, restroom facilities and other ameni- ties, Reilly explained. There would be three river crossings, and those would be among the most costly sections of the trail, he said. At a bridge slightly east of the U.S. 23/58A inter- section, there would be a fishing area with disabled access, a science education station, a sign describing common local river animals and more. Near the riverwalk’s end would be a fitness station, a bench, pieces of art and an education station focus- ing on local plant species, Reilly said.

NEXT Reilly said the next steps will be to continue work- ing with the city on the design and on grant applica- tions. Also, his thesis requires additional work. The thesis document will be submitted to the city and to the university review committee in spring 2017, he explained. Council praised Reilly’s work and the vision of the concept.

Designer and master’s degree candidate Dylan Reilly expects One of three river crossings, this bridge concept would include a fishing area with dis- to present a completed design abled access, a science education station, a sign describing common river animals and to the city in spring 2017. more. r Finances FROM PAGE 1 was $27,350 in 2014. Revenues inched up to $28,700 in 2015. Councilman Mark Caruso, who has been working with the rescue squad’s board, said Bingo had been one of the largest revenue produc- ers but they “don’t think that is going to come back,” he said. Transportation rev- enue grew by about $10,000 over last year, to $174,600, and is the sec- ond straight year of increase after being on the decline since 2009, when it topped $227,000. Total revenues have gone from a peak of near- ly $500,000 in 2009 to slightly more than half that in 2015, standing at almost $268,000, Ramey said. Total expenses are trending downward, he said, at almost $294,000 this year and a drop of about $30,000 over last year. The same applies to operating expenses, which totaled about $34,300 in 2015, half of what they were in 2012. They decreased about $6,000 over last year. The unit saw about a Ramey showed council, an additional $10,300. year. Caruso said the board some particular fixes and $2,000 drop in salary the city budgeted $25,000 The FY 17 budget again Ramey reminded had been working hard hoping to take action in expenses, to just over and subsequently calls for a $25,000 alloca- council it won’t be long and putting in long hours the coming months to $152,000 last year. Ramey approved an additional tion and they stand at before it will need to re- trying to remedy prob- make sure Norton Rescue noted there are fewer vol- $2,200 in funding to the $8,200 year to date. The examine its memoran- lems, which he described Squad is a solvent, non- unteers and the squad squad. It budgeted city’s fiscal year began dum of understanding as “some internal, some profit company that can relies more heavily on $25,000 again in FY 16 July 1. The rescue squad with the rescue squad external.” provide the best service it paid staff. but wound up providing operates on a calendar board. The board is looking at can, Caruso said. In fiscal year 2015, Norton, Virginia 24273 The Coalfield Progress Friday, September 9, 2016 PAGE 3 Restaurant to Arts in the Park locate in Wise is Saturday Need KATIE DUNN Freedom Ford dealership JENAY TATE US STAFF WRITER and across from the Best When the effort started three ? EDITOR AND PUBLISHER years ago, volunteer Linda Western hotel and Leonard explains, the aim was to CALL WISE — The town plan- McDonald’s. NORTON — After getting provide an artistic and cultural ning commission in a 3-0 Plans call for the restau- drenched last year, organizers are outlet for residents of Norton and 679-1101 vote Tuesday approved site rant to have 53 parking hoping for fine weather as the surrounding communities. BUSINESS plans for a Bojangles’ spaces, a drive-thru, and third annual Arts in the Park “We have a lot of talent here DEBBIE BELCHER ext. 225 Famous Chicken ‘n full dining room. unfolds in Norton City Park this that sometimes goes unnoticed,” Office Manager Biscuits restaurant. Planning Commission Saturday. she said. “We wanted to showcase There’s live music from 3 to 10 the locals.” [email protected] Members Ben Conway and Chairwoman Debra p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair Organizers also wanted an Angela Craft did not attend Wharton said the request and enjoy musical performances event that would be free and that CIRCULATION the meeting. does not require further by Eddy Baker, T-Bone, Willie would put the city’s public park to BECKY MCELROY ext. 224 An application submit- approval by town council Mullins, Muddy Creek Prophets, good use. ted on Aug. 16 by A. because the restaurant will Lisa Powers and Friends, Hello Speaking to Norton City ADVERTISING Morton Thomas and be located in an “estab- October and The Thomas Cassell Council Tuesday, Leonard briefed KAREN TATE ext. 237 Associates proposes con- lished commercial subdivi- Project. council on plans and encouraged Various local artists will be attendance. Advertising Manager structing a 3,886-square- sion and is a singular proj- exhibiting and some selling their In addition to celebrating local [email protected] foot restaurant and 68- ect.” She told the four offi- art. There will be photography, talent and business, she said, Arts APRIL BEVINS ext. 256 square-foot storage facility cials who attended the decorative gourds, glasswork, in the Parks helps get people back [email protected] on a vacant 1.97-acre par- meeting on behalf of wooden bowls, unique jewelry out into the city. ASHLEY MCCONNELL ext. 238 cel located on Woodland Bojangles’ that the plan- and more. “We are hoping it doesn’t rain [email protected] Drive Southwest. ning commission’s Featured food venders will be this year,” Leonard said. The fore- The property is zoned approval that night paved local businesses Zest Catering, cast is for fair skies, she noted. Rachel’s Cupcakes and Lincoln Just 20 percent chance of rain, CLASSIFIEDS B-2 general business and is the way for the company to Road Cold Brew coffee. someone noted. DONNA LAWSON ext. 241 adjacent to the Supreme secure building permits The event spotlights local For more information on Arts [email protected] Clean Carwash and and start construction. musicians, local artisans and local in the Park, see their page on food and beverage purveyors. Facebook. NEWSROOM JENAY TATE ext. 236 Publisher and Editor [email protected] JEFF LESTER ext. 235 Sept. 24 News Editor [email protected] KATIE DUNN ext. 252 free picnic Staff Writer honors [email protected] SPORTS SAM DIXON ext. 234 miners Sports Editor [email protected] The Southwest Virginia Workforce Development Board will HOMESPUN/OBITUARIES host a Coal Miner MYRA MARSHALL ext. 251 Appreciation Picnic on [email protected] Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Russell GENERAL MANAGER County fairgrounds in PRINTING, INSERTS Castlewood. 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Mullins and wife Katherine-Wise, Franklins Mullins He was of the Christian faith, a 1958 graduate of and wife Faye-Pound, Sammy (Bo) Mullins and wife Pound High School, he then traveled to Fairfax, Virginia Mary Ann- Pound and Earl (Huck) Mullins and wife in the summer of 1958 to do road construction and Annie-Ft. Worth, Texas; several nieces, nephews and returned home to attend Clinch Valley College in the fall cousins and a host of friends and loved one to morn her and was a retired surface coal miner with over 35 years passing and cherish her memory. of experience. Funeral services will be conducted 7 p.m. Friday He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 47 The following obituary information was provided by September 9, in the Baker Funeral Home chapel with years and the mother of his children, Delores I. Sturgill Baker Funeral Home in Pound, Sturgill Funeral Home Reverend Chris Strange officiating. The family will Mullins; son, Eric Todd Mullins; daughter, Rhonda in Wise and Gilliam Funeral Home in Big Stone Gap. receive friends from 5 p.m. until time of services. Mullins Freeman; parents, Benjamin O. and Virgie Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Cantrell Mullins; brothers, Harold Mullins, Bo Mullins MARCELLA BRANHAM BASHAM Saturday at the Carico-Tompkins Cemetery in the Mill and James Mullins; and sisters, Nina Green, Cotella Creek section of Pound where children and grandchil- Dotson, Jeanette Mullins and Billie Gilly. Mrs. Marcella (Branham) Basham, 68, entered into dren will serve as pallbearers. Family and friends are Surviving are his loving wife of 10 years, Wanda eternity Monday September 5, 2016 from the Carilion asked to meet at the funeral home by 10 a.m. to prepare Absher Mullins; two sons, Phillip Mullins and wife Memorial Hospital-Rocky Mount, Va. after an extended to go in procession to the cemetery. Patricia of Gray, Tenn. and Jason Mullins of Wise; two illness. Her loving family was by her side. View our recent obituaries at: www.bakerfuneral- daughters, Linda Mullins Fleming and husband Randy Marcella was a born in Pound on October 28, 1947 to homepound.com of Pound and Kimberly Mullins Blizzard and husband the late Leatrice Joy Branham. She was a Christian of Baker Funeral Home-Pound, is serving the family of Sam of Wise; 12 grandchildren, Lauren Via, Cara Wicks, the Freewill Baptist faith and attended Hope Freewill Beatrice Tompkins. Casey Mullins, Nicole Harris, Jennifer Fleming, Emily Baptist Church. Marcella was a breast cancer survivor. Hobbs, Samantha Mullins, Rachael Mullins, Sarah She worked at the Beckley Newspaper in the mail room RICHARD EARL STALLARD Mullins, Eric Vanover, Justin Hunsaker and Danielle for 17 plus years. She loved going to church and dress- Green; numerous great-grandchildren as well as step- ing up for church. Marcella was a loyal supporter of St. Richard Earl Stallard, of Pound, entered into his children and step-grandchildren; two sisters, Jessie Judes Children’s Hospital. She loved shoppingand buy- eternal reward Sunday September 4, 2016 from the Cantrell of Big Stone Gap and Mary Ruth Collier and ing gifts for her friends and family, but her greatest joy Norton Community Hospital, with his loving family by husband Bob of Norton; and a host of other relatives and was spending time with her family. his side. friends. In addition to her mother Leatrice Branham Groves, Earl was a Christian and attended Ferbie Chapel Funeral services for Bufford C. Mullins were held at Marcella was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Church in Pound. 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 7, at the Sturgill Funeral Dale Basham. He retired as a bus driver for the Wise County School Home chapel in Wise with Rev. Greg Sergent officiat- Survivors include her sons, Kevin Basham and wife System with 30 plus years of service and was also a for- ing. Family received friends from 5 p.m. until time of Stephanie-Rocky Mount, Robert Dale Basham-Pound mer security guard. Earl was a 1955 graduate of Pound services. Graveside committal services and burial were and Chris Basham and his fiancé Millie Wood-Rocky High School and was captain of the basketball team. He held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Powell Valley Memorial Mount; 10 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; her enjoyed going fishing, yard work, tending to his flower Gardens in Big Stone Gap. Please visit www.sturgillfu- sisters, Debbie Palacios-Laurel, Md. and Lisa Joya and beds and watching detective shows on TV. neral.com to leave online condolences for the family. husband Alex-Laurel; her brothers, Greg Branham and Earl was a member of the Big Blue Nation and an Sturgill Funeral Home in Wise, is in charge of wife Debbie-Corbin, Ky., Shelly Branham and wife avid UK Wildcat basketball fan. But his greatest joy was arrangements. Christine-Pound and Robert Groves and wife Tammy- the time he spent with his family and his grandchildren. Alexandria; her special uncle and aunt, Larry and Viola Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Richard RICKY LEE ‘COUNTRY’ STURGILL Branham-Pound; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and Goldie (Mullins) Stallard; his sisters, Francis special friends Susie Sloce and Sarah Yopp and a host of Ratliff and Shirley Jo Stallard; and a brother, Hubert Ricky Lee “Country” Sturgill, 57, of Coeburn, passed friends and loved ones to mourn her loss and cherish Allen Stallard; away Thursday, September 1, 2016, at Mountain View her memory. Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years, Norma Regional Medical Center in Norton. He was a painter in Funeral services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday (Duty) Stallard of the home; his sons, Rick Stallard and a body shop. He was of the Baptist faith and served his September 9, in the Baker Funeral Home chapel with wife Kate-Pennsylvania, Randy Stallard Ohio and country in the U.S. Marine Corp. Reverend Larry Branham and Reverend Johnny Robert Stallard-Ohio and Danny William Robinson- His parents, Elbert and Betty Yates Sturgill, preced- Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in the Haddon Liberty, NC; his daughters, Amy Countiss and husband ed him in death. Cemetery on South Mountain Road-Pound where Aaron Steve-Pound and Leslie Crabtree and husband Billy- Ricky is survived by his wife, Pam Sturgill of the Basham, Kevin Ray Basham, Chris Basham, Samuel Pound; grandchildren; Melissa Stallard, Jessica Stallard home; his daughter, Stephanie Bryant and husband, Ellis, Aaron Branham and Brian Bush will serve as pall- and Josh Stallard, Rickey Kelley, Randi Stallard, Robin Chris of Coeburn; his brother, Danny Lynn Sturgill and bearers. Stallard, Lynzee Crabtree, Billie Jean Crabtree, Carissa wife Melony of Norton; his sister, Gayla Cooper, of The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time Short and Caleb Crabtree; seven great-grandchildren; Norton and his grandchild, Morgan Cooper. He is also of services. View our recent obituaries at: www.baker- sisters, Eunice Dotson-Brook Park, Ohio, Dorothy survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and funeralhomepound.com Kelly-Kent, Ohio, Georgia South and husband Don- friends. Baker Funeral Home-Pound, is serving the family of Independence, MO, Geraldine Hurt and husband The family received friends at Gilliam Funeral Marcella Basham. Robert-Myrtle Beach, SC and Anna Ruth Boggs- Home, 618 Wood Ave W, Big Stone Gap, on Thursday, Defiance, Ohio; several nieces, nephews and cousins; September 8, from 5 to 7 pm. Funeral services followed REBAL MULLINS BOGGS and a host of friends and loved one to mourn his loss and at 7 pm is the chapel of the funeral home with Randy cherish his memory. The family would like to extend a Sturgill officiating. Mrs. Rebal (Granny) Boggs, 95, of Pound, went home special thank you to the Pound Rescue Squad; friends Burial was private. to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and family and neighbors in the community and Bo, Hank and Alex You may go on line to view the obituary at members that preceded her on Tuesday September 6, atBaker Funeral Home. www.gilliamfuneralhome.com 2016. Her loving family was at her bedside. Funeral services will be conducted at 6 p.m. Gilliam Funeral Home and Crematory Big Stone Rebal was born July 8, 1921 to the late Merida and Saturday, September 10, in the Baker Funeral Home Gap is honored to serve the Sturgill Family. Bessie (Cantrell) Mullins Granny was a born again chapel; with Reverend Chris Strange and Reverend Christian and was a member Pyles Memorial Church- Randy Carter officiating. The family will receive NICO JAMES ELWOOD HARRIS Pound. She was a loving and caring wife to husband friends from 4 p.m. until time of services. Letcher (Poodle) Boggs for 73 years before his passing Graveside services will be conducted at 11 am Nico James Elwood Harris, 16 months, of New December 31, 2011. She was a dedicated homemaker, Sunday at the Stallard Cemetery on Collins-Baker Market, MD, passed away on Tuesday, August 23 2016, always caring for her husband and children. Granny Road-Pound where Danny William Robinson, Steve at Carilion Clinic at loved her church and her neighbors as well. Countiss, Rick Stallard, Billy Jack Crabtree, Caleb Roanoke Memorial Poodle and Granny raised gardens, and canned their Crabtree, Danny Mark Duty, Keith Crabtree, Mike Hospital from injuries harvest. She also enjoyed quilting. Granny was a loving Countiss, Tyler Meade and Daniel Duty will serve as sustained in an automo- wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great- pallbearers and Dennis Duty, William Duty, Randy bile accident near great-grandmother, sister and friend. Stallard and Robert Stallard will serve as honorary pall- Rural Retreat, Va. on In addition to her parents, Granny was preceded in bearers. Family and friends are asked to meet at the August 21. death by her husband Letcher (Poodle) Boggs; her sons funeral home by 10 am to prepare to go in procession to Born on April 23, William Carold Boggs and Johnny Ray Boggs; a grand- the cemetery. 2015 at Frederick son, Jesse Shelton Boggs; great-grandsons, infant View our recent obituary at www.bakerfuneralhome- Memorial Hospital, he William Jacob Boggs and Joshua Lee Taylor; great- pound.com was the son of James granddaughter, Courtney Alexis Boggs; and a brother, Baker Funeral Home-Pound is serving the family of Robert Harris II and Coy Mullins, Jr. Richard Earl Stallard. Erin Lindsay Frank Survivors include her sons Kendall Boggs and wife Harris of New Market. Mildred-Pound and Willard (Dobb) Boggs and compan- WILLIAM BLAIN HUNSUCKER Nico was a happy, ion Peggy Kelley-Fredericksburg; 11 grandchildren; 16 active and perceptive great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; sis- William Blain Hunsucker, 81, of Wise, went home to child. He loved to run, ters Sue Cantrell-Pound, Betty Gardner and husband be with Jesus on Monday, September 5, 2016 at Holston play, sing and read. He Richard-Norton; brother; Trenton Mullins and wife Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tenn. with his fam- especially enjoyed spending time with his two big broth- Wilma-Pound, Benny Mullins and wife Jewell-Pound ily by his side. ers and his grandfathers. His heart was full of joy and and Ernest Ray Mullinsand wife Carol-Jonesville; sev- He was a longtime member and trustee of Hopkins laughter and his short life made a lasting impact on all eral nieces, nephews and cousins; and host of friends Chapel Church, and a retired heavy equipment operator who knew him. and loved ones to mourn her passing and cherish her for Barnette Contractors. In addition to his parents, he is survived by brothers, memory . He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Alexander Harris of Ranson, WV and Sage Wolfe of Funeral services were conducted at 7 p.m. Maxie Hunsucker; one brother, Lacy Hunsucker; and New Market, Md.; Grandfather, J. Ray Frank of New Thursday September 8, in the Baker Funeral Home three sisters, Audrey Wells, Helen Hunsucker and Market; aunts and uncles, Joan Frank and John Bartell chapel with Reverend Randy Carter and Matt Stallard Eileen Hunsucker. of Northville, NY, Julie Frank and Michael Montague of officiating. The family received friends from 5 p.m. Surviving are his loving wife of 58 years, Phyllis Mt. Airy, Md., Sherri and Kenneth Rowland of until time of services. Hunsucker; two sons, Michael Hunsucker and wife Waynesboro, Pa., and Lisa and Clarence Lust of Graveside services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Judy and Marty Hunsucker and wife Marshia, all of Taneytown, Md.; cousins Jaclyn Bartell, Nathan and Friday at the Boggs Family Cemetery-Pound where Norton; three grandchildren, Rachel Hunsucker, Jacob Nicole Fulton, and Cody, Cory, Colton and Lauren Lust; family members will serve as pallbearers. Hunsucker and Haley Hunsucker; one nephew, Tommy and great-aunts and great-uncles Deborah and John Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral Hunsucker; three nieces, Vona Sullivan, Janet Mount, Ellen and Donald Armentrout, Ralph Harris, home by 10 a.m. to prepare to go in procession to the Necessary and Linda Necessary; and a host of other rel- Phil and Janet Harris, Roy and Janet Harris, Mike and cemetery. View our recent obituaries at: www.bakerfu- atives and friends. Donna Harris, Allen and Darlene Harris, Sam and neralhomepound.com Funeral services for William Blain Hunsucker were Shirley Adams, Doug and Kathy Adams, and David Baker Funeral Home-Pound is serving the family of be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, September 8, at the Sturgill Adams and Lynn. He will also be remembered by spe- Rebal Mullins Boggs. Funeral Home chapel in Wise, with Pastor Worley cial family members, Tracey, Jesse, and Eugene Smith and Rev. Ralph McFarland officiating. The fami- Lambert and special friend, Cathy Karl. BEATRICE TOMPKINS ly received friends from 5 p.m. until time of services. He was preceded in death by grandparents, James Graveside committal services and burial will be held at and Mary Harris and Carol T. Frank; cousin, Jenna Mrs. Beatrice Tompkins, 74, of Pound, entered into 11 a.m. Friday, in the Wampler family cemetery in Bartell; great-uncle, Harold Adams; and great-aunt eternity Tuesday September 6, 2016 from the Bristol Norton. Family and friends will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Peggy Harris. Regional Medical Center. Her loving family was at her funeral home to go to the cemetery in procession. Please The family would like to thank everyone for all the bedside. visit www.sturgillfuneral.com to leave online condo- support they have received during this difficult time. Bea was of the Christian faith. She enjoyed cooking lences for the family. A celebration of Nico’s life will be held at All Saint’s and working in her flower gardens, But her most pre- Sturgill Funeral Home in Wise is in charge of Episcopal Church, 106 W. Church St., Frederick, Md. on cious moments were the ones spent with her children arrangements. Saturday, September 24 at 2 p.m. Inurnment will imme- and grandchildren. She loved to watch her grandkids diately follow in the church columbarium. play sports. Bea was a loving wife, mother, grandmoth- BUFFORD C. MULLINS Memorial donations may be made to Lifenet Health er, great-grandmother, sister and friend. Foundation, 1864 Concert Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23543 Bea was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Bufford C. Mullins, 77, of Norton, went home to be (www.lifenethealth.org). Please also consider register- Clohia (Short) Mullins; a granddaughter, Alyssa Renee with the Lord on Monday, September 5, 2016 at the ing to be an organ donor at www.organdonor.gov. Tompkins and a brother, Allard Burns Mullins. 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Sturgill Norton, Virginia 24273 Follow us on Locally Owned and Operated Since 1963 276-395-2999 hagyfawbush.com facebook.com/hagyfawbush Norton, Virginia 24273 The Coalfield Progress Friday, September 9, 2016 PAGE 5 Spread word of POWER services JENAY TATE Stephen Mullins, the regional mileage reimbursement, child care Manufacturers can’t find enough peo- EDITOR AND PUBLISHER POWER grant coordinator for the cost help and more. ple to fill the available jobs, he told Southwest Virginia Workforce Mullins encouraged council mem- council. NORTON — After hearing about Development Board, nodded in bers to spread the word about what is One big issue is being able to relo- services available to help people acknowledgement. “Those are the available. cate to where the jobs are, observed who’ve lost jobs in the coal industry, hardest to convince there may be Right now, he is working with two Councilman Mark Caruso. Does this Mayor William Mays wanted to know if something for them,” he told council. who had worked for Joy help with moving expenses? Are there there was any special outreach or train- The POWER Initiative works with Manufacturing, both welders and fabri- any funds available? There are not, ing for those in their mid to late 50s Mountain Empire Community College, cators, who are interested in obtaining Mullins said. who’d been laid off after having been Southwest Virginia Community College their American Welders Society cre- They are working on funding to pur- on the job for 20 to 30 years. and the Southwest Virginia Advanced dential. “When it comes to welding, it’s chase vans to be used for park and ride- “It’s really hard for them. It seems Manufacturing Center of Excellence to the credential that can make the differ- type carpooling to manufacturing jobs like those are the forgotten folks,” provide some specific training and cre- ence,” Mullins pointed out. in Washington and Smyth counties. Mays said after a presentation on the dentialing programs in areas where The manufacturing alliance offers Groups of folks could ride together and federal Partnerships for Opportunity there is job growth potential. It helps training in welding, machining and get to stay where they are, he noted. and Workforce and Economic with career services, training, retrain- “mechatronics,” or maintenance of Having to move is reality some- Revitalization (POWER) Initiative. ing, retooling and credentialing, advanced manufacturing machinery. times, Caruso said. Congress still fighting over UMWA pension bill MATTHEW DALY UMWA retirement and health-care funds currently communities,” said Republicans, including bied McConnell on the ASSOCIATED PRESS Portman, who has been Finance Chairman Orrin issue, said he was support about 120,000 former miners and their endorsed by the mine Hatch of Utah, support pleased backers secured WASHINGTON (AP) — families nationwide. The number of beneficiaries workers union as he the bill, along with near- a vote in the Finance An election-year bill to faces a challenge from ly all Senate Democrats. panel. fulfill a 70-year-old gov- by state: • West Virginia: 27,391. • Pennsylvania: former Democratic Gov. Sen. Sherrod Brown, “We think it actually is ernment promise and Ted Strickland. D-Ohio, said McConnell going to save money over protect health-care and 12,951. • Kentucky: 9,511. • Illinois: 8,807. In Pennsylvania, Sen. has blocked the bill time,” Portman told Pat Toomey, another “because he doesn’t like reporters. “Because if we pension benefits for • Virginia: 7,507. • Alabama: 6,075. • Ohio: retired miners is divid- endangered Republican, the United Mine Workers don’t provide for these ing coal-state 5,810. • Indiana: 2,848. declined to comment, union,” which endorsed coal miners now with Republicans, pitting although his Democratic McConnell’s Democratic some sort of an immedi- endangered incumbents challenger, Katie opponent, Alison Grimes, ate stop-gap measure it’s against GOP leaders pushed for the bill. says he’s not going to McGinty, supports the in the 2014 election. very possible you could wary of bailing out union In 1946, President fast-track a plan that bill. Don Stewart, another see . . . taxpayers gener- workers. Harry S. Truman bro- some Republicans warn “Our nation owes McConnell spokesman, ally having to step in and Retirement and kered an agreement to amounts to a bailout. every single coal miner a denied that and said do some kind of a health-care funds cur- guarantee miners’ life- “There are hundreds debt of gratitude for star- McConnell met with the bailout” to prevent a col- rently support about time health and retire- of private-sector pension ing down risks and help- union earlier this year lapse of the pension fund. 120,000 former miners ment benefits, a move plans in critical, endan- ing meet our energy and laid out criteria for The pension measure and their families nation- that averted a lengthy gered or declining status needs,” McGinty said. the bill to be considered, is paid for in part wide. But account bal- strike. throughout America She called on Congress to including a hearing and through a fund used to ances have dwindled Thousands of retired today,” Sen. Mike Enzi, ensure “America’s coal vote by the Finance clean up abandoned amid continued layoffs miners and their sup- R-Wyo., chairman of the miners get the dignified, panel. mines. and bankruptcy filings as porters were expected to Senate Budget secure retirement they “There are a lot of dif- the coal industry strug- gather at the Capitol yes- Committee, said earlier deserve.” ferent opinions. We’ll see gles against competition terday to push for the this year. “So I’m not A spokesman for what kind of bill comes Associated Press from cheaper natural gas bill, which they describe sure how Congress McConnell said the sena- out of the committee,” writer Ann Sanner in and tightening environ- as a life-saving measure would help the United tor “has been and Stewart said. Columbus, Ohio, con- mental regulations. that honors the pact Mine Workers and not remains committed to Portman, who has lob- tributed to this story. The bill would ensure made by the federal gov- the others. Where do we helping ensure the that retired miners ernment. The bill would draw the line?” retirement security of receive hundreds of mil- affect more than 30,000 Wyoming is the our nation’s retirees, 38th Annual Wise County Famous Fall Fling retired miners in West nation’s top coal produc- including coal miners.” lions of dollars in bene- WISE fits now at risk amid the Virginia, and tens of er — mainly from non- McConnell “continues Oct. 8 & 9, 2016 ✰ Crafts thousands more in union plants — and Enzi industry’s steep decline. to believe this issue ✰ Food Without congressional Pennsylvania, Kentucky, said the bill would “do deserves an open, trans- Wise, Va Sponsored by ✰ Music intervention, some of the Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, absolutely nothing for parent debate through Wise Business Association ✰ 5K Race funds could run out of Virginia and Alabama. miners who are not regular order,” Republican Sens. Rob members” of the UMW. spokesman Robert 276/328-8184 ✰ Kids Korner cash by next year, FALL FLING according to the United Portman of Ohio and Nearly 11,000 coal work- Steurer said, noting that wisefallfling.com ✰ Senior Day Mine Workers of Mark Kirk of Illinois — ers have lost jobs in the the Senate Finance America. both in tough re-elec- last year, according to Committee is expected to – Craftsmen Wanted – “These folks spent tions in two months — the Bureau of Labor vote on the bill later this their whole lives going back the legislation, but Statistics, and the pen- month. Arts & Crafts underground and mining face resistance from sion bill “wouldn’t help At least nine Senate the coal that made this Senate Majority Leader put those folks back to country what it is today. Mitch McConnell of work,” Enzi said. They energized this Kentucky. McConnell, a Portman calls the bill nation for decades and staunch defender of his a matter of fairness. through today,” said Phil home state’s coal indus- “These are people Smith, a spokesman for try, blocked the pension who not just power our the UMW, which has measure last year and country but power their r Quarry FROM PAGE 1 The St. Paul presentation by the Hills along with a closed ses- St. Paul want to lease Planning sion for consultation with about 150 acres of proper- Commission legal counsel. ty they own back off of A “No Quarry” flyer Bull Run Road for mining will hold a special being circulated urges of rock, stone and miner- concerned citizens to als, according to the Hills’ meeting on the attend the hearing. It says zoning application. proposal Sept. 13, the quarry “will involve The property is zoned blasting, dust and noise.” Residential 2, the applica- 6 p.m. at In their application, the Hills note that the amend- tion states, but is a large town hall. tract “where mining and ment they seek in the quarrying could be con- town’s zoning ordinance is 181 Ridgeview Avenue, SW • Wise, VA ducted without adversely Industrial District; and “substantially similar” to affecting neighboring • second, rezone the Wise County’s M-2 Heavy ★ ★ ★ property owners or the Hills’ property from R-2 Industrial District. The Kinderdance Ballet Tap Town of St. Paul.” to I-1. provisions “are designed The Hills hope to lease The process begins to promote compatibility ★ Jazz ★ Pointe ★ Hip­Hop the property to Mountain with the planning com- of development and to Materials Inc., Chilhowie, mission, which has pub- provide protection for ★ Contemporary but that hinges, according lished notice of “an other uses and for the to the application, on their urgent, special called community as a whole,” ★ ★ success in getting town meeting” at 6 p.m. Sept. the application states. Competition Tumbling council to: 13 at St. Paul Town Hall. A That, along with permit- • first, change lan- public hearing on the zon- ting requirements and guage in its zoning rules ing amendment and strict state regulations, 276-679-3357 to allow mining and quar- rezoning application is on “will minimize the rying in the I-1 Heavy the agenda, including a impacts of mining and [email protected] - www.facebook.com/DANCESTEPZ r Silcox REGISTER FOR FALL CLASSES NOW FROM PAGE 1 son walking on U.S. 58A near the Virginia- Kentucky shopping center. explained. The suspended part of the sen- Sgt. J.R. McReynolds found Silcox tenced is based on Silcox completing six beside the road. Silcox drew a concealed years of supervised probation after his revolver from his pants and tried to point release. it at McReynolds, who grabbed the Silcox previously pleaded guilty under weapon. the Alford rule to attempted capital mur- During a struggle, Silcox tried to pull der of a police officer, assault and battery the trigger, but McReynolds kept enough of an officer, using a firearm to commit a pressure on the cylinder to prevent firing felony, grand larceny, breaking and enter- the gun. ing, public intoxication, reckless handling Slemp said that after his arrest, Silcox of a gun, brandishing a gun and carrying a told police he would have used the gun if concealed weapon. A conviction could he had gotten it free. have yielded up to life in prison. “It was only upon the quick action and An Alford plea means the defendant sound judgment of Sgt. McReynolds that does not admit guilt but acknowledges the weapon was not discharged and that there is enough evidence for a conviction. no one was severely injured,” he said. “In On or about Aug. 16, 2015, Slemp this case, Mr. Silcox escalated a situation explained, Silcox broke into a relative’s without regard for the life of the officer or home through a living room window, himself.” where he stole a firearm, cash and a box of Slemp and Assistant Commonwealth ammunition. Later, Norton police were Attorney Ken Lammers prosecuted the dispatched on a call of an intoxicated per- case. Friday, September 9, 2016 NORTON, VA, 24273 Page 6 the Editor and Publisher Coalfield UOTABLE QUOTES Jenay Tate PROGRESS ‘Success consists of going from failure to Q failure without loss of enthusiasm.’ Published by American Hometown Publishing Inc. Opinion WINSTON CHURCHILL Legislation would commit $1 billion to help coalfields ADAM WELLS West Virginia, Kentucky, APPALACHIAN VOICES Virginia, Tennessee, Back in February, a bill was Pennsylvania, Ohio and introduced in Congress that would expedite funding to clean up old Alabama would each coal mining sites and redevelop receive millions of dol- them with a specific goal of foster- ing economic growth in surround- lars to clean up aban- ing communities. It was a turning doned mine lands while point in the unfolding narrative about the future of Appalachia, and promoting economic we have been working ever since development. to pass the RECLAIM Act. The bill is in committee and the language is expected to change a I won’t spend time explaining bit in the coming weeks. As why some of these folks typically Congress considers those changes, don’t get along; calling them lawmakers should look to commu- “strange bedfellows” will have to nities impacted by the coal indus- do. Yet our differences have not try, in Appalachia and across the been enough to stop our momen- country, whose perspective is vital tum, much of which is based on a to the RECLAIM Act’s success. shared belief that how RECLAIM As it currently stands, the bill Act funding is allocated, and what would distribute $1 billion over projects get funded, must come five years to states and tribes to from the communities. clean up abandoned mine lands Appalachian coal producing while promoting economic devel- states — West Virginia, Kentucky, opment. The funding comes from Virginia, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, an existing pot of money, the Ohio and Alabama — would each Abandoned Mine Land Fund, com- receive millions of dollars under prised of coal company fees paid the RECLAIM Act to clean up over the past 40 years. mine sites, but only some. The esti- Most coal mine sites that closed mated funds needed to clean up all prior to the passage of the Surface abandoned mine lands in those six Mine Control and Reclamation Act states is well into the billions of in 1977 were never properly dollars. So deciding which sites are The full set of principles can be found at to improve communities throughout cleaned up, and present environ- chosen, and what economic devel- http://www.powerplusplan.org/blog. Appalachia, and I believe it will. We will mental and public health risks. The opment projects are pursued, is It’s possible that the bill will not live up push every step of the way to ensure the RECLAIM Act aims to create inno- paramount. to these principles. In the past, some state bill is as strong as it should be so that when vative economic opportunities by As the House Natural Resources agencies have failed to seek out ideas and it passes, communities are in the strongest addressing historic environmental Committee starts markup on the input from community members, or have possible position to control their own problems in communities with sig- bill this month, Appalachian Voices done so after the fact, having already future. nificant economic distress. The bill and other public interest groups decided on important issues. And in the could put laid-off miners and other offer these principles as the foun- past, those decisions have sometimes been local residents to work reclaiming dation for the bill’s language: influenced by politics, and reclamation Adam Wells lives in Wise County on land abandoned mines in ways that • In order to be successful, the funding has gone to wealthier areas, and to that’s been in his family for five genera- develop long-term economic oppor- RECLAIM Act must improve the out-of-state corporations, instead of where tions. He is economic diversification cam- tunities in agriculture, recreational quality of life for people and com- it is most needed. paign coordinator in the Norton office of tourism, renewable energy and munities affected by economic dis- The RECLAIM Act offers people who the nonprofit organization Appalachian more. ruption, environmental damage care about our region a critical opportunity Voices. It’s a “win-win-win” approach if and inequality. ever there was one. And it’s just • The bill should foster inclu- the right thing to do. The bill’s sion, participation and collabora- patron, Rep. Hal Rogers of tion, from the White House to com- Kentucky, agrees. “We decided that munities directly affected by recla- whatever we did would have to be mation projects. sprung from within,” Rogers told • The goal of the bill should be Norton cancer center The New York Times. to generate stable, family-sustain- There are now nine ing, meaningful jobs and broad Republicans, including Rogers, as access to opportunities and bene- fits. appreciates lunches well as six Democrats sponsoring the RECLAIM Act, which closely • The bill should promote inno- resembles a White House proposal vation, self-reliance and broadly TO THE EDITOR: that is unanimously supported by held local wealth. LETTER more than two dozen local govern- • The bill should continue to The Southwest Virginia Cancer ments in Central Appalachia. meet the goals of the Abandoned Center’s patients, staff and volunteers patients who are undergoing cancer Appalachian Voices is working with Mine Lands program, which are to wish to express our gratitude to the local treatment. The patients are very grateful regional allies, including protect and restore public health restaurants that provided “love lunches” for these acts of generosity by local busi- nesses, as are the cancer center staff Appalachian Citizens Law Center and our environment. to patients undergoing chemotherapy during the month of August: Piggy Went members and volunteers. We thank you. and Kentuckians For The • With the RECLAIM Act, as with all of our economic diversifi- A Smokin’ of Wise; Wendy’s of Wise; Commonwealth, to pass the BOB ISAAC cation work, we must respect the Roma’s of Wise; Burger King of Norton. RECLAIM Act, as are national The businesses that provide these SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA CANCER past while also strengthening com- environmental organizations like meals make a genuine difference for CENTER VOLUNTEER the Sierra Club. munities and culture. Parental guidance on how to be a good citizen

TOM PURCELL “You’ll also want to study and how to move the country their information from the PURCELL the Bill of Rights, son. The bill forward. Some people think mass media, candidates who “Son, you’re 18 now. As an represents 10 amendments to our government is too big and raise the most money to pay American citizen that means ‘A thoughtful, the Constitution designed to isn’t following the limited-gov- for the most negative advertis- you’ll vote for the first time in well-informed protect the civil liberties of ernment spirit of our ing are often able to sway the upcoming election.” individuals. For instance, the Constitution. However, other poorly informed voters.” “Gee, dad, I can’t wait to do public is the heart First Amendment protects the people think the government “That’s disturbing, dad.” my civic duty. How do you freedom of speech, religion, should double down and spend “It surely is, son. A thought- suggest I prepare?” and soul of a thriving assembly, the right to petition lots more.” ful, well-informed public is the “Well, son, a good place to republic.’ the government and freedom “More, dad?” heart and soul of a thriving start is to re-read the of the press.” “Yes, some people think republic. In my opinion, the American Constitution to “I remember learning in ‘the rich’ aren’t paying their candidates who best embrace understand the basic princi- our three branches of govern- civics class that a free, objec- fair share. They think we can our country’s founding princi- ples upon which our country ment — the legislative, execu- tive press is essential to the impose massive tax increases ples will be best able to tackle was founded.” tive and judicial — can survival of our republic.” on them and redistribute the the incredible challenges we “It’s been a while since I become too powerful. Some “Which is a worrisome money to others who don’t face — debt, spending, govern- read it in school, dad.” politicians hate having such thing, son, when you see how have as much. But others ment bureaucracy, a flat econ- “Son, the Constitution is the limitations placed upon them, in the tank the major media think that would create a huge o m y. R e g r e t t a b l y, h o w e v e r, f e w highest law of the land. All however. They want to do as are for one presidential candi- negative economic backlash people think as I do.” new laws in our country origi- they please with the taxpayers’ date over the other. You’ll also that would end up hurting “Maybe so, dad, but you nate from it or should. money or impose laws on citi- want to read the 17 other everyone, in particular the offer sound advice. I promise However, not all politicians zens without following the con- amendments. The 16th poorest among us.” to be as well-informed as I can buy into the Constitution. stitutional process. So you’ll Amendment, for instance, was “So you want me to study before I pull a voting lever on Some think it is old and out- want to know their position on passed into law in 1913. It cre- the political promises each Election Day.” moded.” the Constitution before you ated the federal income tax.” candidate makes and then vote Tom Purcell is a Pittsburgh “Outmoded, dad?” vote.” “I’m already very familiar for the best person, dad?” Tribune-Review humor colum- “The Constitution establish- “OK, dad, I’ll re-read the with that painful amendment, “Yes, son, but that takes nist and is nationally syndicat- es a framework for how our Constitution and be sure to dad. What else can I do?” time and effort and too few ed exclusively by Cagle government functions. It research what each candidate “Well, son, it’s important to voters are willing to do any Cartoons Inc. Send comments establishes a system of checks thinks about it. What else study the issues. There’s lots due diligence on the candi- to Tom at and balances, so that none of should I do before I vote?” of disagreement in America dates. Since many people get [email protected]. Friday, September 9, 2016 NORTON, VA, 24273 Page 7 the ‘We are hunting and pecking to for the Coalfield PROGRESS The UVa-Wise women’s tennis team solution to get things moving.’ scored eight points in a resounding Q — Raider coach Jim Adams, win over Milligan Wednesday. looking to tonight’s home opener. Sports 8 Cavs crush Milligan in women’s tennis opener

The UVa-Wise women’s tennis team recovered nicely,” Rowland noted. began the 2016 fall season Wednesday The coach added: “We had some evening with a resounding 8-1 road vic- dominant performances in singles. It tory over Milligan College. was a product of the hard work and con- The Cavaliers swept all three doubles ditioning that we put in during the pre- matches and did not let up in singles season.” play to get the win against the host In singles play, Lawson made quick Buffaloes. work of her opponent at the sixth spot, “I am very proud of these girls,” winning 6-0, 6-0 against Milligan’s Cavaliers head coach Danny Rowland Guthrie. said. Gay did not give up many games at “It’s great to get that first win head- the No. 5 singles spot as she earned a 6- ing into a tough conference match on 0, 6-2 win over Kaylee Beaudoin of Saturday,” he added. UVa-Wise next Milligan. hosts West Liberty University. At the top singles spot, Tyshchenko Against Milligan, an 8-0 No. 3 doubles picked up a 6-3, 6-0 victory against the win by the freshman tandem of Taylor Buffs’ Allen, while Carter claimed her Carter (Church Hill, Tenn.) and Aya first collegiate singles win with a 6-2, 6- Melhem (Rockvale, Tenn.) over the 1 rout of Milligan’s Ketron at No. 4 sin- Buffs’ Rebecca Guthrie and Rachel gles. Also making her collegiate singles Blakenship got the evening started. debut, Melhem earned the Cavs’ eighth After trailing 4-1 at No. 2 doubles, junior and final point at the second singles Marti Gay (Denton, Texas) and sopho- position when she defeated Hill of more Mackenzie Lawson (Wise) came Milligan, 6-4, 6-1. back to defeat Milligan’s Minda Martin The match was the Cavs’ first win RICHARD MEADE and Brenna Ketron, 9-7. over the Buffs in nearly a decade as PHOTO The No. 1 doubles duo of junior Daria UVa-Wise last defeated Milligan in With eyes fixed, Cavalier Mackenzie Lawson focuses on a return Tyshchenko (Kirovograd, Ukraine) and 2007. in UVa-Wise’s big season-opening victory over Milligan College. senior Bailey Christoforatos The Cavs will now turn to their home Lawson won at singles and doubles in the match. (Fredericksburg) continued the come- and Mountain East Conference opener back trend when they recovered from a Saturday versus West Liberty. Match 5-1 deficit to claim seven straight time is scheduled for 11 a.m. at the Jim ‘I am very proud of these girls. … It’s great to get that first win.’ games, picking up an 8-5 win against the and Betty Humphries Tennis Complex. Buffs’ Lexie Hill and Abigail Allen. UVa-Wise will also host Emory & Henry — Cavaliers head coach Danny Rowland “We started slow in doubles but College Sunday at 1 p.m.

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Lee High-J.I. Burton DATE, TIME: Friday, September 9, 7:30 p.m. SITE: Lawson-Fitchko Stadium, Norton

ELIZA EVANS PHOTO Central’s Sophie Mullins (17) goes up for a kill attempt while Rye Cove’s Callie Carter (34) tries to block it during Wednesday’s match in Norton. Lady Eagles come back Junior Andrew Cavins takes over the Roy Thacker, a senior, gives force Raider QB duties after Houston Thacker to the Burton line at defensive to beat Lady Warriors broke his collarbone last week tackle. ELIZA EVANS ‘Rye Cove is a good quality team start the first set. Game insight: “We are excited for our home opener. We The Lady Eagles (6-0) SPORTS WRITER and you just can’t make the also need to fix what ails us. We’re hunting and pecking rallied to make it a one- for the solution to get things moving,” Burton head NORTON — Nothing mistakes that we made.’ point deficit, 10-9. coach Jim Adams said of his 0-2 team. came easy for the Rye But Central stretched Cove Lady Eagles in — Central head coach Angie Duncan the lead back to four, 13- Wednesday’s 3-2 win 9, and started pulling over the Central Lady match we needed,” said Angie Duncan knew it away again. A kill by Letcher County-Central Warriors. Rye Cove head coach would be a battle and any Jasmine Maggard sealed The Lady Warriors Greg Gilliam. “I told the mistakes would be costly. the 25-17 first set win. DATE, TIME: Friday, September 9, 7:30 p.m. easily took the first and girls last time we played “Rye Cove is a good The second set started SITE: Warrior Stadium, Norton fourth sets while the them, they didn’t play quality team and you just out back-and-forth, but Lady Eagles needed big well at all. I said they’d be can’t make the mistakes that quickly changed. rallies in the second and a different team this that we made,” Duncan With the score tied 6-6, third before pulling away time. And I’m glad they said. Central went on a six- in the fifth set for the 17- were because they gave The Lady Warriors (3- point run for a 12-6 lead. 25, 25-23, 25-21, 16-25, us everything we want- 2) made very few errors The Lady Warriors 15-7 nonconference win. ed.” early in the match, jump- “This was the kind of Central head coach ing out to an 8-2 lead to EAGLES, PAGE 9 Burton Hall of Fame banquet tickets on sale

Tickets are now on sale now at other inductees whom it has not HoF seeks help Skylar Large started at running Trevor Shupe wrapped up the J. I. Burton High School for the been able to notify. back last week and scored on a opponent quarterback to score a 2016 Hall of Fame Banquet and Anyone who knows relatives or 13-yard run. He will see more big safety a week ago. Besides Inductees Ceremony. Ticket in contacting friends of the following inductees action this week with Warrior full- being a defensive standout, this price is $25. inductee relatives, are encouraged to contact the com- back Jarrett Jessee still listed as week he will be sharing the run- The banquet is scheduled for mittee so that these HoF honorees day-to-day with a groin injury. ning back duties on offense. Saturday, Sept. 24, at Hotel can be represented at the induction Norton. friends events: The 2016 inductees are E.O. L.E. Quillen, Harold Duncan, Bill Game insight: “Letcher County beat us last year. They are a big The J.I. Burton Hall of Fame will “Buzzy” Breeding, Doug Stallard, Gene Curry, Russell Triple A school out of Kentucky. We need to be prepared. They honor its third class of inductees at Campbell, Robert “Bob” Stallard, John Bernhardt, Sterling are extremely athletic in running the spread offense and throw- the school’s Sept. 23 football game Herndon, Joseph Lee Stallard, Jones, Freddy VanBever, Bill Perry, ing the ball the majority of the time. We need to be ready to go,” William “Bud” Stewart, James against Twin Springs, and during an Wimpy Gilley, Ligon Lovelace, Jim Central head coach Luke Owens said of his undefeated ball induction banquet at Hotel Norton Joseph Stump, and members of Sturgill, and Don Flanary. club. the 1947-49 boys basketball the following evening. If you have information regard- teams. While some of the 2016 inductees ing how to contact relatives or Congratulations to all of the themselves or their relatives will be friends of those inductees, please inductees. We look forward to attending the events, the HoF com- contact Susan Fore at s450@hot- seeing you at the Hall of Fame mittee needs your help in contacting mail.com or Steve Childers at dinner and ceremony. the relatives or friends of certain [email protected]. PAGE 8 Friday, September 9, 2016 The Coalfield Progress Norton, Virginia 24273 Wolfpack facing big challenge, Warriors to hold back Cougars

Last week was not all that Burton: Burton is 0-2 and will first win of the year Friday. I bad for the Fence Line Picker. likely be without the services picked Honaker last week This ’ole boy went 4-2 and of quarterback Houston and the Tigers let one slip even called the Game of the Thacker for some time after through their fingers. It won’t Week correctly as Richlands the signal caller was injured happen again! Fence Line put a halt to Union’s regular in last week’s one-point loss Picker says: Honaker 22 season winning streak. This at Chilhowie. Lee High domi- Eastside 12 week I’m aiming even higher nated Thomas Walker in its Castlewood at Thomas and adding a seventh game to only game to this point. With Walker: How about those my picking docket. You’ll find Thacker out, look for the Blue Devils? Castlewood ral- the winners below: Generals to key on the lied for a huge win last week Raiders’ rushing attack. over Honaker. The momen- GAME OF THE WEEK Fence Line Picker says: Lee tum carries over into this Letcher Co. Central (Ky.) 35 Burton 19 Cumberland District contest. at Central Warriors: How David Crockett (Tenn.) at Fence Line Picker says: good has the Central Warriors Union: Union is coming off a Castlewood 40 Thomas defense been? I’ll tell you how information on the Warriors. offense against Central last one-point loss to Richlands Walker 8 good — the Warriors have Many Central Warrior fol- week and Friday’s meeting and welcomes 5A David Gate City at Sullivan allowed just six points in lowers thought their team got with the Paintsville Tigers Crockett to Bullitt Park this South: Gate City has scored eight quarters this season. a few unfavorable calls in last won’t be any easier. Friday. The Bears haven’t lost just one offensive touchdown Coach Luke Owens’ crew will year’s meeting, so revenge Paintsville won this game 40- back-to-back games since this season. Meanwhile, need to be clicking on all might be on their mind. Fence 3 last season and will enter Obama was running for re- Sullivan South is allowing 35 cylinders to knock off a Line Picker says they get Friday’s contest on a 14-game election. Crockett has strug- points per game through its Letcher Cougars squad that that: Warriors 24 Cougars 13 regular season winning gled to score but has played a first three outings. In another squeaked out a 44-43 win streak. I’d love to say that our tough schedule and with battle of winless teams, Fence when these two met in the OTHER BIG GAMES local teams will go 2-0 against nearly 1,300 students you Line Picker says Sullivan Bluegrass state last year. Paintsville (Ky.) at Eastern Kentucky but it ain’t know they have some ath- South 27 Gate City 14 Letcher has former Pound Ridgeview: Ridgeview is in happening. Fence Line Picker letes. Fence Line Picker says: Wildcat Luke Logan on its the midst of the hardest part says: Paintsville 49 Ridgeview Union 35 Crockett 24 Season record: 4-2 staff, so expect the old of its schedule. The Wolfpack 12 Eastside at Honaker: One Game of the Week record: Wildcat to have a little extra struggled to generate much Lee High at John I. of these two will get their 1-0 Cavs welcome Falcons for 2016 football home opener

Two football teams riding high will MEC Freshman of the Year D.J. Green meet Saturday when UVa-Wise hosts at tailback while also having dual- Notre Dame College in a noon kickoff threat quarterback Malik Grove and inside Carl Smith Stadium. The standout wide receivers Mitchell Cavaliers are coming off their first Shegos and Emmanuel Smith. season opening win, a 13-10 double Grove and Green combined for overtime victory at Tusculum College 4,876 yards of total offense last season last Thursday. Meanwhile, Notre while Shegos and Smith combined to Dame College cruised to a 44-17 win catch 140 passes for 1,713 yards and over the University of Charleston in its 16 touchdowns. Shegos led the league home opener last Saturday. with 7.09 receptions per game while Like UVa-Wise, Notre Dame his 1,086 receiving yards ranked sec- College is under the direction of a ond in the MEC. first-year head coach. Mike Jacbos UVa-Wise will look to repeat its best became the third coach in program defensive performance since becom- RICHARD MEADE PHOTO history in May after serving as a ing a NCAA Division II member while defensive line coach and defensive looking to improve on offense. The Cavaliers head coach Dane Damron last week led UVa-Wise to coordinator for the Falcons earlier in Cavs limited Tusculum to 232 yards of its first season-opening win since 2012. The Cavs host Notre Dame his career. A two-time letter winner at total offense but posted just 209 yards College in a noon kickoff tomorrow inside Carl Smith Stadium. “I The Ohio State University, Jacobs when in possession of the football. expect to have a good crowd at the game,” coach Damron said. played in over 30 games during his UVa-Wise’s special teams and sec- collegiate career, including appearing ondary proved to be pivotal in the win. in two Sugar Bowls. Placekicker Trent Martin was a per- while having another inside the scrimmage in the second overtime This will be the fourth time the two fect 2-2 on field goal attempts, the sen- Tusculum 20-yard line. which helped lead to the UVa-Wise schools have met with Notre Dame ior was also succesful on an onside In the secondary, freshman victory. having the upper hand in each of the kick attempt while posting a touch- Jay’Ronn Lovelace picked off the first The Cavs’ offense was at its best first three contests. Jacobs’ defense back in his only other kickoff duty. pass of his collegiate career to halt a late in the game, averaging 5.4 yards limited UVa-Wise to eight rushing Punter Trevor Owens also had a big Pioneers’ drive in the Cavs’ red zone per play in the two overtime periods. A yards in a 42-0 win in 2015. night. The Lebanon native punted nine early in the second quarter. In over- win Saturday would allow UVa-Wise to This year, the Falcons have some of times in the win averaging 40.6 yards time, junior Ed Kargo intercepted start 2-0 for the first time since 2008. the more explosive offensive players per punt, the Middle Tennessee State Tusculum quarterback Luke The 2008 squad won its first three in the MEC. The team returns reigning transfer had one punt top 50 yards Lancaster on the second play from games before finishing 8-3.

Blair named MEC defensive player of week

UVa-Wise senior together its finest per- linebacker Zachary formance since becom- Blair has been named ing a NCAA Division II Mountain East member. Tusculum was Conference Defensive limited 232 yards of Player of the Week for total offense on 77 plays his performance in the while four separate Cavaliers’ 13-10 double UVa-Wise players overtime victory at picked off a pass. The Tusculum. Cavs were stellar on Blair tied the MEC third down as well as single-game record for the Pioneers converted tackles for loss with just four of 19 third five, the five TFLs the down attempts in the Front Royal native now season opener. has 64 in his career, a One of the intercep- new UVa-Wise record. tions belonged to the 6- Blair’s tackle that set foot-2, 215-pound line- Team leader! the record proved to be backer; Blair also pivotal as it knocked the added a sack and nine Zachary Blair Dakota Flynn shot a 50 in the golf tour- Pioneers out of field total tackles in the vic- goal range late in the tory. nament at Glenrochie Country Club on took home the honor on back in action Saturday fourth quarter to keep The MEC Defensive Nov. 2, 2015 following when Notre Dame Tuesday. He led the Central Warriors in the the score tied at 3-3. Player of the Week his team’s victory over College visits Carl high school match. Overall, the UVa- award is the second of Urbana University. Smith Stadium in a 12 Wise defense put Blair’s career. He also The Cavs will be p.m. kickoff.

This Week in SEPT. 8, 1966

• Pound edged out J.I. Burton, 7-0. Randall Larry Massengill each scored a touchdown for Cantrell’s 24-yard touchdown pass to Glen Mac Mullins Appalachia. Local History in the fourth quarter was the difference in the game. • Clintwood beat Ervinton, 20-7. Larry Mullins • Coeburn shut out Haysi, 33-0. Dean Buchanan scored two touchdowns for Clintwood. James Yates Years Ago... 50 scored twice — a 22-yard run and a 25-yard interception had the other. Benny Williams scored Ervinton’s only • J.J. Kelly rallied for a 6-6 tie against Powell Valley. return. Bob Hicks, Tommy Akers and Gene Rowland touchdown. Jerry Bays’ 35-yard touchdown pass to Thomas Mullins also scored for Coeburn. • Castlewood held off St. Paul, 14-6. James tied the game with seconds left on the clock. Eddie • Appalachia beat St. Charles, 38-0. Dennis Stanley Amburgey and Jimmy Pratt scored for Castlewood. Toney scored Powell Valley’s lone touchdown with a 20- scored on a one-yard run and a five-yard pass to Melvin Mitch Bailey’s 60-yard punt return accounted for St. yard run. Dysart. Edward Clark, Henry Fields, Tom Garrett and Paul’s only points. Norton, Virginia 24273 The Coalfield Progress Friday, September 9, 2016 PAGE 9

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SLATE Volleyball Concord 1-0 1-0 J.I. Burton 0-0 0-2 Lee 1-0 6-1 John Battle (183) — Hunter College Fairmont State 1-0 1-0 Eastside 0-0 0-2 Lebanon 0-1 3-2 Farley 39, Grace Gillen 39, Landon FRIDAY Nonconference Glenville State 1-0 1-0 Rye Cove 0-0 0-2 Union 0-0 5-3 Moore 50, Timmy Burnette 55 Football UVa-Wise at Shippensburg Notre Dame 1-0 1-0 Thomas Walker 0-0 0-2 Central 0-0 3-2 Lee High (187) — Hunter Watson High School tournament Shepherd 1-0 1-0 Gate City 0-0 1-1 40, Kiara Thomas 45, Jonah Hilton Nonconference High School UVa-Wise 0-0 1-0 #VOLLEYBALL John Battle 0-0 2-1 47, Zack Moore 54 Letcher County at Central Nonconference Charleston 0-1 0-1 COLLEGE Ridgeview 0-0 0-4 Central (220) — Dakota Flynn 7:30 p.m. Central at Rocky Top Urbana 0-1 0-1 NCAA Division II VHSL Group 1A 50, Landon Elkins 54, Hannah David Crockett at Union 7:30 p.m. Tournament, Gatlinburg, Tenn. W.Va. State 0-1 0-1 Mountain East Conference Cumberland Conference Damron 54, Tyler Muncy 58 Paintsville at Ridgeview 7:30 p.m. MONDAY West Liberty 0-1 0-1 Conf. Overall Dist. Overall Ridgeview — Caleb Stanley 56, Lee at J.I. Burton 7:30 p.m. Volleyball W.Va. Wesleyan 0-1 0-1 W-L W-L W-L W-L Matt Fuller 58, Trent Deal 60 Eastside at Honaker 7:30 p.m. High School Wheeling Jesuit 0-0 4-0 Rye Cove 0-0 6-0 Castlewood at Thomas Walker Nonconference HIGH SCHOOL Urbana 0-0 3-1 J.I. Burton 0-0 3-4 At Deerfield Golf Course 7 p.m. Honaker at Castlewood, 7 p.m. VHSL Group 2A West Liberty 0-0 3-1 Castlewood 0-0 1-4 Team Scores Volleyball Grundy at Ridgeview, 7 p.m. Mountain District Charleston 0-0 2-2 Eastside 0-0 1-3 Eastside 173, Holston 174, College Golf Dist. Overall Concord 0-0 2-2 Twin Springs 0-0 0-4 Marion 199 Nonconference High School W-L W-L Shepherd 0-0 2-2 Thomas Walker 0-0 1-1 Individual Results UVa-Wise at Shippensburg Central, Ridgeview, Gate City, Central 1-0 2-0 Notre Dame 0-0 2-3 # Does not include games Eastside (173) — Drew Richards tournament John Battle at Scott County Park Union 0-0 1-1 Fairmont State 0-0 1-3 38, Seth Boles 41, Hunter Lunsford High School Ridgeview 0- 1-1 W.Va. Wesleyan 1-3 0-0 45, Adam Ketron 49 Nonconference Lee 0-0 1-0 W.Va. State 0-3 0-0 GOLF RESUTLS Holston (174) — Dalton Central at Rocky Top STANDINGS John Battle 0-0 0-2 Glenville State 0-4 0-0 Thomson 37, Alex Hulbert 44, Tournament, Gatlinburg, Tenn. Gate City 0-0 0-2 UVa-Wise 0-4 0-0 Tuesday Results Mason Steele 46, Blake Carbary 47, SATURDAY FOOTBALL VHSL Group 1A At Glenrochie Country Club Dylan Richardson 47 Football COLLEGE Cumberland District HIGH SCHOOL Team Scores Marion (199) — Luke College NCAA Division II Dist. Overall VHSL Group 2A John Battle 183, Lee High 187, Richardson 46, Chris Conley 48, Mountain East Conference Mountain East Conference W-L W-L Clinch Mountain Conference Central 220, Ridgeview (incom- Austin Preston 52, Tyler Notre Dame College at Conf. Overall Twin Springs 0-0 2-0 Conf. Overall plete) Pennington 53 r Eagles

FROM PAGE 7 stretched the lead to eight late in the set, 21- 14. Leading 23-17, Central needed only two points to go up 2-0. But the Lady Eagles won the final eight points, includ- ing a seven-point service run for Grace Rhoton, to pull off the 25-23, come- back win. Rye Cove again got down in the third set and needed a big rally. After getting down 1-0, Central reeled off seven-consec- utive points for a 7-1 lead. Rye Cove cut the deficit to two, 8-6. Central stretched the lead back to five as late as 14-9. Rye Cove was up to the test again, tying the score 15-15 on a kill by Callie Carter and then taking a 16-15 lead. The Lady Warriors tied the score and took a two-point lead, 18-16, on an ace by Tiffany Sowards. Rye Cove answered with aces from Reagan Kerns for a 19-18 lead. But Sophie Mullins stepped up and tied the match again for the Lady Warriors, 19-19. Mullins led Central with 13 kills, 11 digs and six blocks. With the score tied 20- 20, the Lady Eagles won five of the final six points and put themselves one win from taking the match. In the fourth set, Rye Cove had a 16-15 lead. A block from Central’s ELIZA EVANS PHOTO Mullins tied the score. never blocks, and With Jessica Hibbitts trailed again in the final four digs and 14 service 10 digs for Central. The Lady Warriors’ Megan Vandyke serving, Central won the set. points, including three Jasmine Maggard had final nine points and Bishop had 10 kills aces. Haley Tomlinson nine kills and 10 digs. (right) gets the ball over the net against forced the fifth set. and 12 digs to go along added nine kills. Kerns Caitlynn Maggard tallied Rye Cove. Rye Cove grabbed a 3- with nine service points. tallied 43 assists, six digs 32 assists. Sowards had 2 lead on an ace by Carter led the Rye Cove and two aces. 10 digs. Courtney Bishop and attack with 19 kills, two Hibbitts had 11 kills WCCS beats Gate City on Hear Better. Live Better. Jason Collins is a custodian at Lee High School and has been there for 5 years. He tough road trip has been a patient of ours for 4 years. His long time girlfriend’s name is Brittny and she often Playing five matches 20. accompanies him to the office. She has a in eight days took its toll In the second set, jun- son named Zach, who is 8 years old. Jason on the Wise County ior Tiffany Wampler loves to work with paracord making Christian School volley- scored six aces in her 11 bracelets. He also loves fishing and hunting. ball team. Battling a serves to allow the Jason had this to say about working with road trip, some better Eagles a commanding Mountain Empire Hearing and Balance, “Your teams, and fatigue, the lead. The set went to office has changed my life. Not being able to Lady Eagles dropped WCCS 25-15. The domi- hear is an awful thing, but your office has four of the five matches. nation continued in the helped me so much and has given me the The lone victory in third set with the Lady chance to be able to hear again. I don't that stretch was against Eagles taking it 25-16 know what I would have done without you Gate City Christian. The for the team’s first guys” Jason has been a pleasure to work with visiting Lady Warriors sweep of the young sea- and it’s been wonderful to watch him and the Lady Eagles son. succeed with his hearing aids. opened the first set fair- Wampler led the team ly even up, to the score with seven kills, eight Call today to learn more of 6-4. aces and 16 assists. WCCS eighth grader Madison Hopkins added Sydney Linkous served 10 kills. (276) 679-4114 nine straight service WCCS had a bit of a points to put the Lady break before playing 338 Coeburn Avenue SW Eagles in control of the Lighthouse Christian at Norton, VA 24273 set. Gate City tried a home Sept. 8. Results 127 Healthcare Drive comeback but fell short, were not available by www.mountainempirehearing.com Pennington Gap, VA 24227 giving WCCS the set 25- press time. Friday, September 9, 2016 NORTON, VA, 24273 Page 10 Coalfieldthe ‘Autumn's the mellow time.’ PROGRESS The 48th annual Dock Boggs and Kate Peters Sturgill Festival is on tap Saturday, Sept. 10 at Q Country Cabin II in Norton. Music will begin at 1 p.m. William Allingham Homespun 48 Dawson toured the United States, 26.2 miles at a time Reprinted with permission of the Ventura County Star, Camarillo, California.

BY RHIANNON POTKEY VENTURA COUNTY STAR

If Jim Dawson had his way, he would have crossed the finish line, hugged his wife and headed straight to the hotel for a shower. His friends wouldn’t allow it. They knew the significance of Dawson’s accom- plishment. Nearly 40 of them had traveled to Hawaii to watch Dawson run the Maui Oceanfront Marathon on Jan. 17. Dawson wasn’t just finishing a 26.2-mile race, he was completing the final leg of a 1,310-mile journey that lasted 30 years. TROY HARVEY PHOTO By running the marathon in Hawaii, the 67-year- old Ventura resident had accomplished his goal of Jim Dawson holds a plaque given to him by his running club after he completed a running at least one marathon in all 50 states. marathon in Hawaii, his 50th in 50 states. Dawson is a Norton native and J.I. Burton class Dawson’s reaction at the finish line was typical of of 1967 valedictorian. most marathon runners, although at a level 50 times greater than most. “I mostly felt relief that it was over,” Dawson said. Dawson, a high-school miler, ran his first “I thought, ‘Boy. I’m glad I don’t have to do one of marathon in 1986 at the Marine Corps Marathon in Marathon Man these again for a while.’” Arlington. He was living in Baltimore at the time and Time span for 50: 30 years Dawson’s pursuit of his marathon goal was a lot thought it would be a fun challenge. Miles run for 50: 1,310 miles like his running style. The former Army Ranger did- Dawson moved to Ventura in 1988 and became Time spent running 50: More than 200 n’t need to be the fastest to 50, but he was deter- hooked on marathon running a few years later. hours mined to finish no matter the circumstances. “It’s probably because not everybody can do it. A Humble and unassuming, Dawson doesn’t view marathon is an unnatural distance for somebody to First marathon: 1986 at the Marine his running feat as worthy of huge praise. run,” Dawson said. “You have to draw on certain Corps Marathon in Virginia “There are literally thousands of people who have reserves that you don’t normally have, to do it.” Last marathon: January 2016 at the done it before,” said Dawson, who finished in the top Dawson’s pursuit of his 50-state goal didn’t begin Maui Oceanfront Marathon in Hawaii three of his age group in 25 of the marathons. “There in earnest until 2003. He was running a marathon in Notable feats: Finished in the top three are a couple of different groups like the 50 States Arizona and overheard someone mention they were of his age group in 25 marathons Marathon Club or the 50 under four hours group trying to run in all 50 states. (50sub4). Then there are a lot of folks like me who Dawson told his wife, Lauri, about his interest in Total marathons run: 63 won’t ever be officially counted anywhere. There doing the same. He had already completed six states Most in a year: 6 — in 2008 and 2014 were probably 12 other people in Hawaii using that Fastest time: 3 hours, 31 minutes in race as their 50th state.” DAWSON, PAGE 13 Omaha, Neb., in 2010

HOMETOWN Appalachian Happenings Literary Symposium to Shakespeare troupe to feature author perform Ann Pancake The Staunton-based American The Highlands Shakespeare Center performs The Educational Literacy Two Gentlemen of Verona at UVa- Program is pleased to Wise’s Gilliam Center for the Arts, 3 present an Appalachian p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11. The show will Literary Symposium feature a local dog in the role of Crab, featuring Ann Pancake, and PAWS of Southwest Virginia will Sunday, Sept. 25 at 3 adopt out the dog and other pets. p.m. in the Keyser-Aday ASC performs Thornton Wilder’s Our Theatre on the campus Town at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12. of Virginia Highlands Tickets for each show are $15 for Community College in adults and $10 for seniors 55 and up; Abingdon. The event is children in grades K-12 and college part of the annual Arts students are admitted free. For more Array series and will be information, call Pro-Art at 276/376- free and open to the pub- 4520 or go to www.proartva.org. lic. Ann Pancake is the AARP to meet author of the novel at Laurels Front Street Cruz-In Strange As This Weather Has Been, and a collec- Grand Home Furnishing hosted a Cruise-In Aug. 27 to raise money for Wise tion of short stories, Me The Big Stone Gap chapter of AARP County Shriners. Thanks to everyone that participated and made it a great suc- and My Daddy Listen to will meet at noon Monday, Sept. 12 at cess along with Ashley Strong. The next Coeburn Front Street Cruz-In will be held Bob Marley. the Laurels in Norton. MEOC Transit Saturday, Sept. 24 from 4-9 p.m. with a ‘60s and ‘70s theme. Everyone is wel- Glenn Taylor, who buses will leave Trinity United come. On the Sept 24 and Oct.1, a Crus-In will be held at Front Street of Coeburn. teaches at West Virginia Methodist Church in Big Stone at University and is the 11:30 a.m. Participants are asked to (Oct.1, Cruz-In will raise money for the Children’s Special Need’s Park in Coeburn. author of the novels A bring non-perishable food items to Hanging at Cinder donate to a food bank. Bottom and The Marrowbone Marble Rhythm and Company, will join her. Roots youth Chicory garlands roadsides Both authors will read selections from contests their work and partici- pate in a roundtable dis- Registration for the Bristol Rhythm with sky-blue flowers cussion facilitated by Dr. and Roots youth music competition Talmage A. Stanley, for ages 5-18 is from 9-9:30 a.m. Chicory’s sky-blue This attractive plant is do, and Medieval monks director of the Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Birthplace flowers along road- common along highways, raised chicory for culinary Appalachian Center for of Country Music Museum, Bristol. sides may get your and if you’re like me you use. When coffee was intro- Civic Engagement at Competition starts at 10 a.m. attention as you drive enjoy its bright color all duced to Europe, the Dutch Emory & Henry College Categories are banjo, fiddle/violin, to work or travel for summer. Each blossom considered chicory to be “a and author of The Poco guitar, mandolin, ukulele and band. morning shopping, has a short life, but lively addition” to the bean Field: An American Registration is $10; students may but you probably chicory makes up drink. Story of Place. register in multiple categories. won’t notice much How does your for it with a long Chicory roots are baked, The Highlands in the afternoon blooming season roasted and ground for use as Educational Literacy Rook tourney since the brightly- Garden from late June to an additive. Program provides tutor- colored flowers GROW? early October. In the United States, ing and other services to set Saturday normally close by Sharon Daniels In addition to Louisiana citizens started adults with low literacy midday. COLUMNIST enlivening road- adding chicory root to their skills. Additionally, the The 2016-2017 season of If you aren’t ways, chicory also coffee in the Civil War era agency offers an after- Stickleyville rook tournaments will sure which plant is chicory, has been a highly useful plant when Union blockades cut off school enrichment pro- begin Saturday, Sept. 10 at 6 p.m. at the answer is easy: among the for a very long time. the port of New Orleans, a fact gram for elementary and the Stickleyville Community Center yellows, pinks, purples and Its history is recorded from you may have read in a Civil middle school students located above the fire department. white of common roadside ancient Egyptian times. Early War text or novel. It was used of the Washington wildflowers, it is usually the Egyptians commonly ate its HAPPENINGS, PAGE 11 only plant with blue blooms. young basal leaves, and still DANIELS, PAGE 11 SYMPOSIUM, PAGE 11 Norton, Virginia 24273 The Coalfield Progress Friday, September 9, 2016 PAGE 11 Kiwanis awards scholarships Bolling awarded The Kiwanis Club of Coeburn Jesse Walker recently awarded two $1,000 schol- Scholarship arships to The Jesse recent gradu- Walker ates of Foundation Eastside High would like to congratulate School in Kaeleigh Lyn Coeburn. The Bolling of Kiwanis Club Pound as the of Coeburn recipient of a was chartered 2016 scholar- ship. on March 15, Bolling 1923, and con- enjoys cheer- tinues to give the youth of Coeburn the chance to learn, experience, dream, grow, leading and succeed and thrive. Left to right are Kendra Stanley; Jess Powers, Kiwanis presi- gymnastics, is dent; and Charles Blaine Gibson. Not pictured are Kiwanis Club members Richard a member of the National Sturgill, treasurer; Mike Holbrook, secretary; Bill Hunsaker, Robby Robbins, Shirley Honors Robbins, Charlie McConnell, and Marty Large. Society, and is an active member in her church. Kaeleigh Lyn Bolling Delouch awarded scholarship She is attend- ing the Sports Medicine. University of Virginia’s Emily Delouch, Kaeleigh is the daugh- College at Wise this fall, ter of Tracey and Tauna LPN at Heritage pursuing a degree in Bolling of Pound. Hall Wise, was awarded a schol- arship from the VHCA-VCAL by Administrator Sam Justus and Extension Fair Director of Nursing Stephanie is Saturday Carter. The schol- arship is one of 20 Join the Wise County Judging will take place awarded Extension office on Friday. statewide based Saturday, Sept. 10 for the Presentations will be on an application Extension Fair at Wise given on Improving County Fairgrounds. Pastures and Hayfields, and interview Gates open at 9 a.m. Extension Hiking Series, process in which This is a great oppor- Getting Started in Delouch exhibited tunity to come and sup- Beekeeping and Making the attributes and port local agriculture and Your Gardens and qualities of a great the Extension office. The Landscapes More nurse. All at day will include a farm- Pollinator Friendly. Heritage Hall are ers market, poultry auc- Stay tuned for a more very proud to have tion, livestock show detailed schedule or call her on their (sheep and goat), conces- the Wise County award-winning sions and cake walk. Extension Office for Exhibits will be taken in, more details, 276/328- team. judged and displayed. 6194. r Daniels r Symposium 10 FROM PAGE 10 FROM PAGE NEA grant, a Pushcart Prize, and creative writing fellowships from the widely during economic dandelion, wild let- chicory seeds, so be County and Russell County school states of Washington, West Virginia crises such as the 1930s tuces and endive. watchful: you may be systems. and Pennsylvania. She lives in Seattle Great Depression and Speaking of lettuces, fortunate enough to spot Ann Pancake grew up in Romney and teaches in the MFA program at during World War II in a red-leafed chicory is a cloud of these bright and Summersville, W.Va. Her book, Pacific Lutheran University. continental Europe. grown commercially for yellow birds fluttering Strange As This Weather Has Been, Glenn Taylor was born and raised Go grocery shopping salads. You may already among chicory’s bright was one of Kirkus Review’s Top in Huntington, W.Va. His novel, The in Louisiana, Mississippi have enjoyed radicchio, blue flowers on a sunny Ten Fiction Books of 2007, won the Ballad of Trenchmouth Taggart, was and other southern which adds a slight bit- summer morning. 2007 Weatherford Award, and was a a finalist for the National Book ter flavor in some states and you can find finalist for the 2008 Orion Book Critics Circle Award. His writing has chicory coffee promi- mixes. To grow it your- Sharon Daniels is a Award. appeared in The Guardian, GQ, and nently displayed on the self, you can choose to Virginia Cooperative She has been the recipient of an Electric Literature, among others. shelf. sow seeds which mature Education Master Thomas Jefferson for either summer, fall Gardener volunteer. grew it in the gardens of or winter harvesting. Monticello. In 1795 he On bright days, chico- wrote to George ry flowers bloom in the Washington that chicory morning, turning their was “one of the greatest heads toward the sun, acquisitions a farmer and they close by mid- can have” to feed cattle, day. Interestingly, and Jefferson said it though, on a cloudy day also made “a tolerable the flowers may not salad.” even bloom, or they It is a member of the bloom but close early, or Composite family of they may remain open wild plants which all day. includes the common Goldfinches love r Happenings FROM PAGE 10 Cruise in planned Sip-N-Paint on tap The Cruise in the Gap car show wel- St. Paul Elementary School’s Sip-N- comes entries. The event is set for 5- Paint will be held Sept. 10 from noon to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 in the Big 2 p.m. in the school cafeteria. The cost Stone Gap farmers market parking is $25 per person. Plan to meet, relax, lot. There is no entry fee. For info call socialize and get your paint on. 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VA PAMELA L. MCKISSICK RE LIC 0225218640; WILLIAMS & WILLIAMS RE LIC 0226 023368. BUYER’S PREMIUM MAY APPLY. PAGE 12 Friday, September 9, 2016 The Coalfield Progress Norton, Virginia 24273 Conference planned at Cornerstone Church in Coeburn Church Bulletin will be holding a conference The church also leads singing and preaching. notices must be in the “Unloading your Baggage” weekly Sunday Outreach Worship at Mt. • Christian Faith Church, Josephine Coalfield Progress news Friday, Sept. 23 and View Regional Medical Center at 10 section of Norton, will have church serv- office by noon Tuesday for Saturday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. a.m. Saturday Singing at Mt. View will ice Saturday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. and publication in Friday’s and Sunday, Sept. 25 at 11 be September 10 at 10 a.m. This coop- Willie Stanley will be ministering paper; emailed to mmar- am. With Rev. Roy Mavery erative ministry of Norton’s Church of Sunday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. [email protected]; or and Rev. Patty Mavery, Rev. the Good Shepherd and NUMC provides • Stevens Church of God Food Pantry, phoned in at 679-1101. Kenny and Detta Mavery, music and fellowship for residents, fam- fourth Thursday each month, barring The Church Bulletin is Evangelist Mary Ann ily and friends. unforeseen scheduling conflicts. reserved for announce- Raburn from NC. The • CornerStone House of Prayer, 103 • St. Anthony Church, 1009 Virginia ments of special events church is located on E 27th Street, Southern section of Big Avenue, Norton, Concelebrated Mass, and services. To announce Highway 72 out from Hagy’s Stone Gap, invites friends, neighbors Sunday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m., celebrating regular services and Garage. and community to celebrate their 16- fourth annual feast day of San Lorenzo hours, contact the paid • Hopkins Chapel year anniversary of ministries, Sunday, Ruiz, first Filipino saint, Rev. Fr. Arnel advertising department. Church, revival with Bud Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. Major and Donna Ayo and Rev. Erno Diaz, celebrants. The public is cordially invited to attend Culbertson Sept. 12-16 at 7 p.m. nightly. Griffey of Norton will minister in song, Rogelio Penaverde Jr., tenor; E. Alan the following special events sponsored Special singing. Pastor Worley Smith. with specials from Russell Phillips plus Ongengco, M.D., organist; St. Anthony by area churches. For information call 679-1307. rejoice in the word with Rev. Eddie choir conducted by Virgie Baluyot- • Martha’s Chapel Church, Sunday, Kilbourne. Pastor Bud Kilbourne and Sterlin, M.D. Luncheon follows in social • Ramsey Freewill Baptist Church Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. Homecoming service congregation welcome whosoever will hall. Donation of $20 supports church, will host the Wayne Mainous Singers with Jason Sturgill bringing the mes- come. seminarian in Philippines. Call 914/907- Sunday, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. sage. Singing Holbrooks. • Bethel Chapel Freewill Baptist 4058. • Wilsons Chapel Church in • The Deliverance Fellowship Church, Wise, Homecoming service Needmore will celebrate their 100th Church will host Pastor Tony Nunley Sept. 11, 11 a.m. Singers: The Valley anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 25. Sunday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. Pastor Mike Way Singers; speaker Randy Sturgill. No • Lone Pine Chapel, South Mountain Hunsucker. Sunday school or evening service this We are not perfect, Road, Pound, Memorial/Homecoming • Norton United Methodist Church, date. Randy Sturgill, pastor service Sunday, Sept. 11 at 10:30 a.m. 8th Street at Virginia Avenue, will • Clintwood Baptist Church will be forgive others as you with Manie Strouth bringing the mes- observe The Fourth Sunday in holding a revival beginning Sunday, would want to be sage and the Redeemed will be singing. Kingdomtide on Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. September 11, running through Friday, forgiven. Dinner will follow in the fellowship hall. Prelude of favorite hymn tunes begins at September 16. Services will begin at 7 • Cornerstone Church in Coeburn 10:50 a.m. with Frank Gentry, pianist. p.m. nightly. The Kendrick’s will be

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Diversions Castlewood, Phoenix Band, free 6 admitted free. Dance, cake admission to concerts. Donations walks, Crooked Road Café con- Items for Diversions are pub- appreciated. Cake walks, 50/50 cessions. Call 395-5160. lished each Friday. E-mail, mmar- drawing. Dance in the pavilion Ma & Pa’s Restaurant, [email protected];fax 679-5922. rain or shine. 7:30 till 10:30 p.m. Castlewood, HC Underground, Lays Hardware Center for the free admission to concerts. PRO-ART Arts, Downtown Coeburn, fea- Donations appreciated. Cake www,proartva.org tures Hollow Ground. Doors open walks, 50/50 drawing. Dance in Questions about seating or tick- at 6 p.m. Music at 7 p.m. the pavilion rain or shine. 7:30 till ets call 276-376-4520. $5/adults, $1/children 6-12, under 10:30 p.m. 6 admitted free. Dance, cake MONDAY, SEPT. 12 walks, Crooked Road Café con- American Shakespeare Center cessions. Call 395-5160. NATURAL TUNNEL STATE PARK Our Town by Thornton Wilder 7:30 ACTIVITIES p.m. Gilliam Center for the Arts SATURDAY, SEPT. 10 - UVa-Wise $15 Adults ~ $10 The 48th annual Dock Boggs Natural Tunnel State Park, 1420 Seniors (55+) K-12 Free ~ College and Kate Peters Sturgill Festival Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, Students Free with ID. is on tap Saturday, Sept. 10 at Va. 24244. Telephone (276) 940- Country Cabin II in Norton. Music 1643 for information or required pre-registration. Minimum age THURSDAY, SEPT. 15 will begin at 1 p.m. and other restrictions may apply. Dave Eggar & Sasha Lazard Featured in the entertainment with Mario Diaz & Chuck Palmer 8 lineup are Sunrise Ridge, High • Saturday, Sept. 10, 2:30 p.m. Gilliam Center for the Arts Test Grass, Bluegrass Circle, p.m., Devil’s Bathtub Hike. - UVa-Wise $15 Adults ~ $10 Benny Jones Band, UVA-Wise • Saturday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m., Seniors (55+) K-12 Free ~ College Bluegrass Band & Papa Joe Canoe Trip: Shawnee Run. Students Free with ID. Smiddy, MECC Music School • Saturday, Sept. 10, 2-4 p.m., String Band, and the Country Wilderness Road Blockhouse FRIDAY, SEPT. 16 Cabin Line Dancers. open. Spirit of the Rockies Symphony of Ma & Pa’s Restaurant, • Saturday, Sept. 10, 2:30 the Mountains with the Krüger Castlewood, Sothern Boyz, free p.m., Wild Cave Tour: Natural Tunnel Cavern. Brothers 7 p.m. Lee Theatre - admission to concerts. Donations • Saturday, Sept. 10, 8 p.m., Pennington Gap All tickets $20. appreciated. Cake walks, 50/50 Night Hike. drawing. Dance in the pavilion • Sunday, Sept. 11, 9:30 a.m., FRIDAY, SEPT. 23 rain or shine. 7:30 till 10:30 p.m. Kayak Trip: Longhunters Run. Barbara Dickson As Part of the • Sunday, Sept. 11, 2-4 p.m., Big Stone Gap Celtic Festival 7 FRIDAY, SEPT. 16 Wilderness Road Blockhouse p.m. Goodloe Center – MECC Lays Hardware Center for the open. Admission is free. Arts, Downtown Coeburn, fea- • Sunday, Sept. 11, 3 p.m., tures Benny Jones. Doors open Canoe Trip: Cherokee Run. FRIDAY, SEPT. 9 at 6 p.m. Music at 7 p.m. • Friday, Sept. 16, 7:15 p.m., Ma & Pa’s Restaurant, $5/adults, $1/children 6-12, under Full Moon Hike. r Dawson FROM PAGE 10 his accomplishment. slipped in the mud and landed “He is an inspiration to so on my back and broke a rib,” by that point. many of us,” Tribe member Rick Dawson said with a laugh. “I “I went, ‘Really? A full Kanatzar, 61, said. “Jim makes spent the last six to seven years marathon in every state. You us want to finish races just meticulously avoiding injuries think you can do that?’” said because of him. He runs like a so that I wouldn’t have to screw Lauri, who traveled to every tank and is just really solid and up my schedule and two days marathon to provide support. focused during races. It’s so after the marathon I break “But once he set his mind to it, I impressive to see somebody do something.” knew there was no going back. It what he has done.” From the very beginning, was literally off to the races A few members of the Tribe Dawson planned for his 50-state after that.” joined Dawson at selected journey to end in Hawaii. Still working full time as a marathons over the years. His friends joked they didn’t financial adviser, Dawson began Robert Hamming, 73, ran in want to travel to South Dakota to mapping out a realistic travel Idaho with Dawson in 2008. see his final race. schedule. “I came in a little later, and Many of them competed in Most of the marathons were he waited near the finish line. Hawaii alongside Dawson. They held in the fall or spring because But he didn’t see me so he start- wore shirts that said “Jim’s of weather. Dawson ran between ed running back looking for Hawaii Five-O” and cheered two and six marathons each me,” Hamming said. “I don’t wildly as he crossed the final year. know how many miles he ran finish line. He ran at sea level. He ran at back, it might have been 8-10 His children had a special gift 6,700 feet. miles after he already ran the planned. They took Dawson to a He ran a Grizzly Marathon entire marathon. That is the type local tattoo parlor to keep his (Montana), a Salmon Marathon of guy he is. He puts everyone promise of getting a tattoo if he (Idaho) and a Moose’s Tooth above himself.” completed the 50th. Marathon (Alaska). Chasing the 50 marathons in Dawson had the Army He ran a Grandma’s 50 states wasn’t a cheap endeav- Ranger tab put on his shoulder. Marathon (Minnesota), a or. After all, being a ranger likely Hatfield McCoy Marathon (West Dawson and his wife tried to helped the West Point graduate Virginia) and a Bass Pro Shop make the trips into mini-vaca- accomplish his marathon goal. Conservation Marathon tions. They would visit old “There is a certain gut-it-out (Missouri). friends or see tourist sites. A type of mentality that you need “States like Delaware, Rhode history buff, Dawson liked tour- to get through ranger school as Island or North Dakota don’t ing battlefields. well as a marathon,” he said. have a whole lot of marathons so Dawson doesn’t have a “Ranger school can be a little you have to figure out when to favorite marathon, but he did tougher, though, because even if target those to make it fit into enjoy the scenic landscapes of you gut it out and finish, that your schedule somehow,” Big Sur and Bar Harbor, Maine, doesn’t necessarily mean you Dawson said. “I always want to and the monuments and govern- score enough to get the tab.” be competitive when I show up, ment buildings during the Dawson got both the tab and a so I tried to schedule with Marine Corps Marathon. medal after his final marathon. enough space in between to His best time was at the He won his age group in Hawaii recover. There are some 50 Omaha Marathon, where he to cap the 50-state quest. states that aren’t all that com- completed the course in 3 hours, Although he is taking a break petitive and just chart numbers. 31 minutes and was crowned from full marathons for a bit, his I never wanted to do that.” Grandmaster. running tour is far from over. Throughout his quest, The hardest marathons to fin- “I have a few states where I Dawson’s friends at the Ventura ish were in Washington when he would like to go back and redo Running Tribe provided con- was sick and in New Hampshire them like New Hampshire and stant encouragement. when he injured his calf. Washington. But I don’t have Dawson trains about five or After those experiences, any more lofty goals at this six days a week with members Dawson realized he would need point,” Dawson said. “Running a of the club. They threw a party a little luck to complete the goal. marathon in every state is in his honor a week ago last That became even more evident enough for now.” Sunday and gave him a map of after his final race in Hawaii. the United States with pieces of “Two days after the Jim Dawson is a Norton license plates representing each marathon, I was hiking up to a native and J.I. Burton class of state as a gift to commemorate water fall with the family and 1967 valedictorian. PAGE 14 Friday, September 9, 2016 The Coalfield Progress Norton, Virginia 24273

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Washer, dry- Position is full-time and has 887-8225 or email knots, ladies and mens Ave., Big Stone Gap. (276) (276)395-2999. Board is committed to a Shown by appointment only er, carpeting. In town of competitive benefits pack- karen.cook@ clothing, tools. 596-4969. policy of nondiscrimination to qualified buyers. This Wise. $500 plus $500 de- age. Interested applicants vadoc.virginia.gov SMALL APARTMENT in 450-Lots/Mobile Home Lots with regard to race, color, home is on Zillow if you ESTATE SALE– Wise. Satur- posit. Available immediately. should email resume to THE LEE COUNTY SCHOOL Pound, AND LARGE 2BR MOBILE HOME LOTS for sex, age, religion, disability, want to view pictures – 235 day, Sept. 10. 10am– 4pm. (276)321-9710 [email protected] BOARD is accepting appli- APARTMENT in Wise. No rent. One mile from UVA- national origin, or status as Highland Ave. Please call 10343 Coeburn Mtn. Rd. or apply in person at 201 cations for the following pets. (276)328-8655. VERY NICE 16X80 3BR, Wise. Sherry Hill & Rock a parent. Equal Opportunity 276-698-8449 for additional Questions, call (276)328- Nottingham Ave., Wise, VA positions for the 2016– 2017 2 Bedroom; 2 1/2 Bath 2BTH MOBILE HOME, Nor- Bar. References required. Employer. information. 5791. 24293. Call Amy at 276-328- school year: Data Manager, Townhouse - Lost Creek, ton, Wrap around porch. NO Very strict parks. No outside 3BR, 2BTH HOUSE FOR PETS/ SMOKING. (276) 639- 9340 ext. 18 for more Systems Analyst, Special 190-Campers/Supplies Norton, VA Call 395-6500 pets. (276)393-4800. Continued on Page 15 SALE. 7923 Carter Branch 2681. information. EOE. Education teachers at 1998 30’ HORNET TRAVEL IN TOWN OF WISE, 2BR, Road, Wise. Large living 2BR APARTMENT– Town & TRAILER. Has been set up in 1BTH APARTMENT. Washer, room, large family room with Country Apartments, Castle- a campground on Cherokee dryer, carpeting. $500/ fireplace. Eat-in kitchen, wood. Washer/ dryer hook- Lake since purchased, under month. Available imme- small patio, new deck on up. References and lease RECYCLE a shelter. Sleeps 6. Excellent diately. (276)321-9710, 540- front. Apartment in back can required. Call (276)762- condition. Asking $7,000. 287-4148. be rented out. Large lot with 2303, leave message. fruit trees. Was $79,500, Call (276)679-2854 or (276) APPALACHIA- 3-BR Double- reduced to $69,000. Call 325-0093. If no answer wide, 2 baths, AC, private 8 ROOM FURNISHED APT. in (804)746-5101 or (276)220- leave message. lot; HUD approved. Also 3- Appalachia. Upstairs, Appa- BR House, 1 bath, AC; HUD lachia Beauty Shop. HUD 1968. If no answer leave 300-Miscellaneous message. approved. 276-523-3120. approved. $600/ month. Call LOOKING FOR A FEDERAL FOR SALE: MINERS EX- Susie Richardson, (276)565- OR POSTAL JOB? What ALL BRICK HOUSE– 10343 CHANGE BANK STOCK. 2BR, 1BTH NICE MOBILE 0111 (home) or (276)565- looks like the ticket to a Coeburn Mtn. Road, Wise. (914)844-5219 HOME, Norton. Freshly 0222 (work) for more secure job might be a scam. FOR SALE • $57,000 1/2 mile from college on the painted, like new. $475/ information. For information, call the 11723 Charlotte Road, Coeburn, VA left. Call for appt., (423)282- coalfield.com month plus deposit. No pets/ 4734, (276)328-5791. coalfield.com smoking. (276)639-2681 Income Based Contact the Wise County 120-Mobile Homes VERY NICE 2BR , 1-1/2 BTH TOWNHOUSE in Coeburn. Housing Authority TRAILER PLUS LAND, 1972 coalfield.com Heat pump. $575 per month. Apartments for Rent Norris trailer. Appraised at (276)395-3938. at $13,000, but no title. coalfield.com Wise County Redevelopment and 395-6104 (276)796-4294. coalfield.com Housing Authority is accepting 2 AND 3 BEDROOM MOBILE applications for properties in Wise, HOMES set up in parks in coalfield.com Wise, Norton and Coeburn coalfield.com Big Stone Gap, Appalachia, Pound, areas. Call (276)679-2920. Coeburn & St. Paul. Rent is based on The City of Norton Police Department is currently accepting income. Security Deposits can be applications for part-time employment as a Dispatcher. made in payments. Applications for Dispatcher can be obtained at the Norton We are pledged to the letter and spiritWe are of pledgedVirginia's to theand letter HUD's and equal spirit Police Department located at 618 Virginia Ave NW or online Contact WCRHA at opportunityof Virginia’s policy housing for achieving policies. equal at http://www.nortonpd.org. Requirements include the housing opportunity throughout the 395-6104 or 565-2840. Virginia'sCommonwealth. fair housing We encourage law makes and it WCRHA is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency EQUAL HOUSING following: applicant must be at least 18 years of age. illegalsupport to advertisingadvertise anyand preference, marketing OPPORTUNITY programs in which there are no barri- Applicant must possess a minimum of high school education limitationers to obtaining or discrimination housing because based of or equivalent. Applicant must be able to type at least 40 onrace, race, color, color, religion, religion, national national origin, ori- sex, elderliness, familial status or HOUSE FOR SALE words per minute and pass a written test. Applicant must be gin,handicap. sex, elderliness, familial status or handicap. able to operate computers correctly and efficiently. All real estate advertised herein is subject to Virginia’s fair housing law The City of Norton Police Department is an Thiswhich newspaper makes it willillegal not to knowingly advertise Equal Opportunity Employer. “any preference, limitation, or discrim- acceptination becauseadvertising of race,for real color, estate reli- thatgion, violatesnational theorigin, fair sex, housing elderliness, law. Ourfamilial readers status orare handicap hereby or informed intention to make any such preference, limita- 135 Beverly Avenue SW, Wise, VA thattion, allor discrimination.”dwellings advertised in this LITTLE HENRY’S newspaper are available on an $168,500.00 Excavating & Paving, Inc. This newspaper will not knowingly equalaccept opportunityadvertising for basis. real estateFor more that informationviolates the fairabout housing Virginia's law. FairOur NEWLY REMODELED - readers are hereby informed that all 276-796-5758 Housingdwellings Law advertised or to file in a thisfair housingnewspa- MOVE-IN READY! 800-807-PAVE complaintper are available call onthe an Virginiaequal opportu- Fair 3 BR, 2.5 BA, Approx. 1875 sq. ft., Housingnity basis. Office For more at (804 information) 367-8530. or to file a housing complaint call the plus 1625 ft. Partial Basement For All TollVirginia free Fair call Housing (888) 551Office-3247. at (804) For the367-8530. hearing Toll impaired free call call(888) ( 804551-) Your 3247. For the hearing impaired call 527-4290. Paving (804) 367-9753. 10-08 276-328-2851 Needs Registered Nurse FREE ESTIMATES (Registered Nurse I) Salary Range: $43,043.00 - $68,234.00 ACROSS 47. Depress, with “out” 8. “Mi chiamano Mimi,” e.g. 48. Parenthesis, essentially 9. Current 1. Jellied garnish 49. Book of maps 10. Part of a heartbeat Wallens Ridge State Prison is currently recruiting for the above position: 6. Sports figures 51. “Fantasy Island” prop 11. Able to be worked on 11. Costa del ___ 52. Football player Gale 12. Architectural projection Kids Central, Inc. seeking applications. Duties include: To provide direct professional nursing services to offenders 14. Ark contents 55. To say again 13. Pigeon’s perch 15. Hold while moving 57. “A Nightmare on ___ 18. Like monkeys - Bus Driver for Coeburn Centers in an adult correctional institution. 16. “... ___ he drove out of Street” 23. Hotel posting Minimum requirements for applicants sight” 58. “___ moment” 24. Be crazy about 17. Studies of words 60. Drag 25. First payment before pay- include: Qualifications: Working knowledge of principles and practices of professional nursing. Working skill in administering medication and 19. Free from, with “of” 61. “For shame!” ing the rest 20. Cold one 62. Opposite of a small com- 27. Be a kvetch - Must be at least 21 year of age and treatment. Demonstrated ability to assist in physical examinations; develop possess a High School Diploma or GED. 21. Queen, maybe pany 30. Kind of toast nursing care plans; document provided services, and carry out physician 22. Slang for relaxing/watch- 67. Elephant’s weight, maybe 31. Mature - Must possess a valid operator’s license orders; and communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Graduation ing television 68. “Bye” in Spanish 32. Reef material for a period of three years prior to 23. Radioactive element 69. Like “The X-Files” 37. Barbaric employment. from a recognized accredited school of Nursing. Licensed or eligible for used for cancer treatment 70. “How ___ Has the 38. Dravidian language - Must be verified to have a safe driving licensure as an RN by the Virginia Board of Nursing. Some experience in 26. Easily taught Banshee Cried” (Thomas 40. “Your majesty” record. providing general professional nursing. 28. “Much ___ About Moore poem) 42. Lighthouse - Requires Commercial Driver’s License with Nothing” 71. Cantankerous 45. Circus performer P and S endorsements. 29. Poison plant 72. Affirm 50. One thing after another A State Application must be submitted for each position. Applications must 33. Anita Brookner’s “Hotel 52. Brief brawl Interested candidates should review the be submitted online at https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov. Resumes may du ___” ACROSS 53. Cool full position description at the 34. Haul 54. Insinuating accompany the application but will not substitute for a fully completed 35. Change 1. Absorbed, as a cost 56. Article of faith www.kidscentralinc.com website. application. For additional information regarding these positions, contact the Applications accepted by website, by mail 36. At attention 2. Boozehound 59. Auspices Human Resources Office at (276) 524-3671. EOE. 39. Coastal raptors 3. Be nosy 60. In use to Allen Couch, Human Resource Specialist, 41. Impolite dinner sound 4. Poets’ feet 63. Another term for AI P.O. Box 661, Norton, VA 24273, or hand Wallens Ridge State Prison, Human Resource Office 43. Legal prefix 5. Group of singers 64. Victorian, for one delivered to 5345 Esserville Rd, Norton. 44. Brown shade 6. Boat with an open hold 65. Be in session Kids Central, Inc. is an EEO employer. P.O. Box 759, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219 46. Boring 7. What “it” plays 66. “Comprende?”

brand new printing plates. contact bill endean still wrapped. 36x24. [email protected] the coalfield progress. 276/679-1101, ext. 265 Norton, Virginia 24273 The Coalfield Progress Friday, September 9, 2016 PAGE 15 Women on Mission Several members of the East Park Avenue Baptist Church Women on Mission visited Mountain View Hospital on September 6 to make a special delivery. The group presented hundreds of personal care items to the long term care unit. Church members contributed these items in recognition of the annual Christmas in August project. The collection this year was in memory of Jim Mullins who was always faithful to the church and to the extend- ed care residents. Jim was a daily presence at the hospital and donated hundreds of volunteer hours to assisting those in need on fourth floor over the course of several years. Pictured are Kathy Morley, Vonda Kidd, Martha Gardner, Sandy Hunt, Eleanor Moore, Glenda Ewing, Ramona Gardner, Freida Gravely and Debra Potter, Activities Director at Mountain View.

Zika prevention covered for Medicaid members

The Virginia Department of conceive, can obtain a prescription pregnant women and women trying announced the creation of a statewide Medical Assistance Services from their health care provider for to conceive to use repellent because task force to guide preparedness ini- (DMAS), in partnership with the the insect repellent. Zika can be sexually transmitted. tiatives related to the Zika virus. The Virginia Department of Health Individuals should contact their Although using insect repellent is task force, which is comprised of (VDH), today announced that as of pharmacy first to make sure they are a good preventive measure during state and local officials, has been Aug. 22, DMAS will cover insect participating in this benefit, then call mosquito season in Virginia, it is par- responsible for coordinating with repellent for Medicaid members their health care provider and ask ticularly important to use if a preg- Virginia localities on mosquito sur- under the pharmacy benefit with a them to call or fax a prescription for nant woman or her sexual partner veillance and control programs lead- prescription. This decision, which the repellent to their pharmacy. has to travel to an area of the world ing up to and during mosquito season. required approval from Governor Individuals do not need an office visit with ongoing Zika virus transmis- Should local mosquito-borne trans- Terry McAuliffe, is in preparation for only to request a prescription for sion. mission of the Zika virus occur, VDH the possibility of local transmission repellent. Since the beginning of 2016, VDH will be prepared to provide repellent of the Zika virus, which can be spread The Zika virus has been found to has worked to monitor and prevent to people living in a designated local through mosquito bites. Virginia cause birth defects in infants whose the spread of Zika in Virginia. In transmission area. becomes one of seven states in the mothers are infected while pregnant. addition to a large public awareness To learn more about this benefit nation to currently offer this benefit. Because there is no preventive vac- campaign featuring radio spots, and what insect repellents are cov- The coverage will apply to mem- cine or medicine to treat Zika, it is social media and print materials, ered by specific health plans, visit bers enrolled in Medicaid, FAMIS, important that pregnant women use VDH worked with airports in http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/zika FAMIS MOMS and the Governor’s repellent to prevent mosquito bites, Virginia to post signs with informa- /sample-page/medicaid-insect- Access Plan (GAP). Pregnant women, in order that they may protect them- tion for travelers returning to or trav- repellent/. For more information on as well as men and women of child- selves and their fetuses. It is also eling from an area affected by Zika. Zika in Virginia, visit bearing age (14-44) who are trying to important for sexual partners of In February, Governor McAuliffe www.zikava.org.

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750-Professional 960-Legal Notice 960-Legal Notice 960-Legal Notice 960-Legal Notice 970-Public Notice 970-Public Notice 970-Public Notice Huff aka Crettie Hoover, who From Page 14 to terminate the residual of the Town of Big Stone ORDERED that the Industrial, to allow a rock WISE COUNTY PUBLIC 2016 for supplying diesel parental rights of Annette Gap, Virginia known and is believed to be deceased parties herein and all Parties quarry to be established on SERVICE AUTHORITY generator fuel for the PSA's Elizabeth Reed, the mother, designated as "Big Stone and whose last known Unknown and/or whose the property; GENERATOR FUEL generators. Any bids as they pertain to Dakota Gap Improvement Com- address is unknown; Mallie location cannot be 2. Presentation of re- SUPPLY received after the Nathaniel Reynolds, a child pany's Plat No.3" which Belle Fleenor, who is ascertained appear on or quest by applicants, Bobby Sealed Bids, subject to announced date and time under the age of eighteen map or plat is of record in believed to be deceased and before October 11, 2016 in and Bernice Hill; the general conditions and above, whether by mail or (18) years, whose date of the Clerk's Office of Wise whose last known address is the Clerk's Office of the 3. Questions by mem- specifications attached, will otherwise, will be returned birth is November 29th, County, Virginia and, unknown; Cassie Ellen Kelly, Circuit Court of the County bers of Planning Commis- be received at the Wise unopened. Bid documents 2011. “Residual parental reference is hereby made who is believed to be of Wise, Virginia, and do sion, if any; County Public Service are available by contacting rights and responsibilities” for a more complete de- deceased and whose last what may be necessary to 4. Comments by public, Authority (PSA), 5622 the PSA at (276) 679-1263 mean all rights and scription of same. known address is unknown; protect their interests in this if any; Industrial Park Rd, Norton, to request a copy. responsibilities remaining The above lot hereby Palmer McKnight, who is cause. 5. Closed session for VA 24273, until 2:00 PM, 9-9-2t s9-13 with the parent after the conveyed has a frontage of believed to be deceased and Entered on the 26th day consultation with Legal Tuesday, September 27, DISTINCTIVE transfer of legal custody or twenty-five (25) feet on the whose last known address is of August, 2016. Counsel; PRINTING guardianship of the person, East side of Fourth Ave., unknown; Charlie McKnight, Jack Kennedy 6. Any necessary action including but not limited to and extends back between who is believed to be Clerk of Court from closed session; and Make Us Your “One Stop” BE RESPONSIBLE!!!!! the right of visitation, parallel lines a distance of deceased and whose last I Ask For This: 7. Adjourn. Press Center. We know how consent to adoption, the 123 feet to an alley. known address is unknown; John A. Rife, Esq. Issued: August 29, 2016 to successfully serve your DON’T DRINK & DRIVE right to determine religious Being the same property Thomas Garland McKnight, (VSB No. 45805) TOWN OF ST PAUL printing needs: Letterhead, affiliation and the conveyed to lra McKnight who is believed to be Jeffrey A Scharf, Esq. PLANNING COMMISSION envelopes, forms, business responsibility for support. and Nancy A. McKnight deceased and whose last (VSB No. 30591) 16531 Russell Street cards, etc. Full color or It is ORDERED that from Emanuel Rhoten and known address is unknown; Mark K. Ames, Esq. St. Paul, Virginia 24283 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES black and white. Call The following jobs are available through the Annette Elizabeth Reed Lucille Rhoten by deed James Hays McKnight, who (VSB No. 27409) Authorized by: Norton, VA (276)679-1101, Norton Virginia Employment Commission: appear at the above-named dated October 2, 1951, and is believed to be deceased Andrew M. Neville, Esq. Bill Wallace, Chairman Ext. 265. The Norton Press, court and protect his/her recorded in the Wise County and whose last known (VSB No. 86372) 9-2-2t s9-9 • Community Branch Banker – Wise Publishers of The Coalfield interests on or before Circuit Court Clerk's Office address is unknown; Roger Phillip E. Lecky, Esq. • Executive Director – Big Stone Gap Progress. October 4th, 2016 at 9:00 in Deed Book 304, at Page Dale McKnight, whose last (VSB No. 89342) COAL BID AM. 162 known address is unknown; Taxing Authority Consulting Lee County Public • Front Desk Receptionist – Norton Susannah Wells This description is made James H. Fleenor, who is Services, PC Schools are accepting bids • Customer Service Representative – Weber City Clerk subject to all easements, believed to be deceased and P.O. Box 31800 for clean, First Grade Stoker August 8, 2016 conditions, agreements, re- whose last known address is Henrico, Virginia Coal to be delivered to 568 • Executive Director – Norton strictions, and reservations unknown; Joan Kelly, whose 23294-1800 Bus Shop Rd, Jonesville, VA. VIRGINIA: of record which affect the last known address is Phone: (804) 548-4429 Please send written bids Freedom Automotive Group IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF property herein described. unknown; Lavelle McKnight Facsimile: (804) 545-2378 by fax to 276-346-0200 or THE COUNTY OF WISE IT APPEARING that an Sanders, who is believed to TACS No.: 94441 by mail to Lee County Public will hold a job fair at the VEC Norton office COUNTY OF WISE, VIRGINIA, Affidavit has been made and be deceased and whose last 9-2-2t s9-9 Schools Maintenance De- on September 14 from 10 – 2. a Political Subdivision of filed stating that due known address is unknown; partment, 568 Bus Shop Rd, the Commonwealth of Billy Monroe McKnight, who 970-Public Notice Jonesville, VA 24263 by For more details on these and other current job orders, 960-Legal Notice diligence has been used, Virginia without effect, to ascertain is believed to be deceased PUBLIC NOTICE noon on September 19, visit the Virginia Workforce Connection website, NOTICE OF SALE Complainant the identity and location of and whose last known NOTICE IS HEREBY 2016. www.vawc.virginia.gov, come by the Norton local office of the Farmer’s & Miners Bank Case No. CL 16-351 certain parties to be served, address is unknown; Jolene GIVEN that the Planning 9-9-3t s9-16 Virginia Employment Commission at 1725 Park Avenue, SW, will offer for sale one 2002 v. that the last known McKnight Laffey, who is Commission of the Town of send an email to [email protected], Toyota Highlander ID # IRA MCKNIGHT, ET AL addresses for the Respon- believed to be deceased and St. Paul, Virginia, will hold Classifieds Work! or call 276-679-9413 JTEHF21A520066997 at Respondent(s) dents herein are as follows: whose last known address is an urgent, special called the Wise Office, 331 East ORDER OF PUBLICATION Ira Bethel McKnight, who is unknown; Winfred Rex meeting, on Thursday, Main Street, Wise, VA. The object of this suit is believed to be deceased and McKnight, who is believed to September 13, 2016, at 6:00 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sealed bids will be to enforce the lien of the whose last known address be deceased and whose last p.m., at St. Paul's Town Hall, accepted until 12:00 noon, Complainant, County of is unknown; Nancy A. known address is unknown; located at 16531 Russell The Town of Wise is accepting applications for the following full-time positions: Saturday, September 17, Wise, Virginia, for delinquent McKnight aka Allie K. and, Connie Smith, whose Street, St. Paul, Virginia 2016. real estate taxes against McKnight, who is believed last known address is 24283. Crewman II/Truck Driver (Water/Sewer Department). Performs The secured party certain real property located to be deceased and whose unknown; and that any Agenda items will skilled labor associated with construction and maintenance of water and sewer lines, reserves the right to accept in the County of Wise, last known address is officers, heirs, devisees, and include: pump stations, generators, storage tanks, fire hydrants, and meters or reject all bids. Virginia, described as unknown; Lester McKnight, successors in title of the 1. Public Hearing on the 9-9-2t s9-13 follows: who is believed to be Respondent named herein Rezoning Application and Crewman II/ Truck Driver (Street Department) Tax Map No. are made parties . Performs skilled labor ORDER OF PUBLICATION deceased and whose last Application for Zoning 076A6 (03) 119 007 Respondent to this action associated with construction and maintenance of street and storm water systems, park Commonwealth of Virginia known address is unknown; Amendment filed by Bobby Account No. 001312 individually and/or by the and recreation facilities, buildings and grounds, cemetery, and snow & ice removal. Wise County Juvenile and Mary Elizabeth Kelly, who is and Bernice Hill, which All that certain lot or general description of Domestic Relations Court believed to be deceased and specifically requests that the parcel of land situate, lying Parties Unknown, it is Requirements: Case No. JJ014645-07-00 whose last known address zoned land use go from R-2, and being in the Town of Big hereby Commonwealth of Virginia, is unknown; Sarah Crettie Residential, to I-1, Heavy The job requires medium to heavy physical exertion outdoors in all weather conditions Stone Gap, Wise County, and temperatures including standing and/or walking for long periods, stooping, in re Dakota Nathaniel Virginia, and more par- Reynolds digging, pushing, climbing, and lifting 50 to 100 pounds on a regular and recurring ticularly described as Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. Wise County Department of follows: basis. Employee will be engaged in confined space entry and/or spray painting Social Services Being all of Lot No. Serving Lee, Scott, Wise Counties and the City of Norton operations and must be physically capable of performing work and using a respirator. v Seven (7) in Block one Employee will climb ladders, storage tanks, and towers and must be physically capable Annette Elizabeth Reed hundred and nineteen (119) of working from elevated positions of up to 150 feet. Employee will occasionally be The object of this suit is Will be offering a 40-hour as shown on a map or plat Personal Care Aide Class (PCA) exposed to fumes and noxious odors, dusts and pollens, high noise levels, and vibrating machinery. Employee will be on-call periodically to answer after-hours the week of September 26 - 30, 2016 emergencies and may occasionally work long hours, including overnight shifts and at the MEOC office located in Big Stone Gap weekends. Requires graduation from high school or GED and a Class B Virginia This class is offered FREE OF CHARGE to anyone interested in Commercial Drivers License (automatic and manual transmission). applying from Lee, Scott, and Wise Counties and the City of Norton (or within reasonable driving distances of these areas). Desired qualifications include experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of relevant infrastructure, skill and experience in the operation and maintenance of MEOC will assist with job placement upon successful completion. heavy construction equipment, ability to read blueprints and construction drawings, For more information concerning the class and possession of a Virginia Flagger Certification. contact Linda Begley at Applicants are cautioned that rotation of personnel among other public works (276) 523-4202 or 1-(800) 252-6362 departments on an as-needed basis is a common practice. Competitive wage and benefits packages are provided. MEOC is an equal opportunity employer. Applications may be obtained at the Wise Town Hall or by visiting MEOC gives preference to older workers. www.townofwise.net Deadline for registration is September 20, 2016 and clicking on “Home” and then the “Employment” tab. Submit at the Wise Municipal Building or mail to Town of Wise, Attn: Beverly Owens, PO Box 1100, Wise, VA 24293. At the top of the application, please note the Successful completion of this class department where you wish to work. Applicants must pass a background check and does not qualify an individual for drug screening. First consideration will be given to applications received by Friday, state board certification. September 23, 2016. The position will remain open until filled. The Town of Wise is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. PAGE 16 Friday, September 9, 2016 The Coalfield Progress Norton, Virginia 24273 Map holds secrets in Great Reckoning Fiction is featured at Lonesome AT THE Pine Regional Library. For infor- mation visit www.lprlibrary.org LIBRARY or call 328-8325. Three Sisters, Three Queens – Philippa Gregory. Ties and rivalry tion in Georgia. The novel chroni- and conflicts among Princesses cles her adventures as she makes a Mary and Margaret, sisters to desperate bid for freedom in the Henry VIII, and Katherine of antebellum South. Aragon, brought to Tudor Court as Damaged – Lisa Scottoline. a young bride. Lawyer Mary DiNunzio is on the A Great Reckoning – Louise case of a young boy accused of Penny. Inspector Armand Gamache attacking a school aide. is on a case concerning an old map, Rushing Waters – Danielle Steel. stuffed into the walls of the bistro Hurricane Ophelia is devastating Fortnightly Club in Three Pines, a map that the vil- New York City with its life-threat- lagers find strange and may hold ening flooding, affecting renowned The Fortnightly Club in Wise, was organized in September 1909. The shattering secrets. interior designer Ellen Wharton members meet every fortnight beginning in September and ending in Family Tree – Susan Wiggs. and her lively architect mother, May. The main purpose for this club is to provide intellectual culture Successful L.A. television producer E.R. physician Juliette Dubois, and general improvement. Pictured are members that participated in a Annie Harlow’s life changes in a investment banker Charles program on Red Nose Day (a day to create awareness and raise money tragic accident. When she awakens Williams, and two NYU students. to supportchildren’s safety, health, and education.) from a year-long coma, she retreats to her fami- ly’s old maple farm in Vermont to heal. Fire Brand – Diana Palmer. Romance between Gaby Cane, now a successful journalist, and an old childhood pal, Bowie McCayle, who desperately needs her help in saving his fami- ly’s Arizona ranch. Always a Cowboy (Carsons of Mustang Creek) – Linda Lael Miller. Romance between Drake Carson, who has his hands full in managing the ranch, and Congratulations Luce Hale, who has come to research his wild horses. The Underground Railroad (Oprah Book Club Selection) - Colson Whitehead. Cora is a slave on a cotton planta- MAYO Reunions

Please e-mail information to Reunions, [email protected]; or fax to 679-5922. Be sure to include a name CLINIC and telephone number for more information. Notices will appear in Friday editions of The Coalfield Progress. After first publication, notices will be repeated until the reunion, ranked as space is available.

SEPTEMBER • The descendants of Joseph and Laura Ball Silcox, Monroe and Alice #1 Hospital in the Nation Silcox and Ambrose and Zilphia Counts Silcox and related families will gather for the annual Silcox by U.S. News & World Report reunion September 10, at the Clinchco Senior Citizen Building, beginning at 10 am. Please bring a covered dish and join the #1 Hospital in 8 Specialties fun. For more information call Reba at (276)395- 2725. • The 13th Annual Diabetes and Endocrinology Short/Mullins Reunion for the families and friends of Robert and Lerah Short & Gastroenterology and GI Surgery Rufus and Oshie Mullins will be held Saturday, September 10 and     Sunday, September 11 at Pyles Memorial Church in Pound beginning at 2 p.m. both days. On      Saturday, hot dogs will be provided. On Sunday, everyone should bring   
 covered dishes. Drinks will be provided both days. For more information, call (276) 796-4134 or 796-5295. Come share stories, 2016-2017 Honor Roll pictures, & a good time with family.

OCTOBER:

• The annual Tacoma Pikeville Medical Center School Reunion will be held on Saturday, October 1, beginning at 10:30 Proud Mayo Clinic Care Network Member a.m., at the Tacoma School Community Center. Please bring a covered dish. Everyone is invited!