@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialAs flu season kicks off earlier than expected, County Health Administrator Bill Ayers warns that travel and football gatherings could spark a surge in illnesses—are you prepared?
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialMeasles cases have emerged in nearby Hampshire County, but Hardy County remains safe—for now; are you up to date on your vaccinations?
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialThree individuals in Grants County have been indicted for meth distribution as a regional task force ramps up its fight against drug trafficking.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialA double-murder trial in Hardy County took an unexpected turn when the defendant entered a guilty plea just one day after jury selection began.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialSheriff Steve Dawson hailed the heroic efforts of officers and agencies during a dangerous manhunt, highlighting their remarkable teamwork that kept all officers safe from harm.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialHardy County is stepping up to combat the opioid crisis with a conditional $2,500 pledge to support a vital public health initiative that could unlock millions in federal funding!
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialA tragic confrontation unfolded in Hardy County when a manhunt for a suspect escalated after he opened fire on deputies during a traffic stop, ending in a fatal shootout.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialTensions rise as the RDA navigates legal protocols amidst neighborhood complaints and an ACLU letter regarding the Hamilton House lease.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialRural Head Start programs are facing a perfect storm of transportation woes and workforce shortages, making it harder for families to access vital services.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialA proposed 5% cap on administrative costs could cripple Head Start programs, with 73% already operating above that threshold—are we sacrificing essential services for budget cuts?
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialHamilton House tenants may face eviction as the RDA moves to consult legal counsel over lease violations amid serious operational issues.
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialTiara Mead from EACHES Head Start is calling on Hardy County residents to make their voices heard before the October 6 deadline to influence critical changes in Head Start programs!
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@citizenptnewswv.bsky.socialA local provider warns that proposed changes to Head Start standards could jeopardize essential services for families, leaving children's care and education to the whims of state licensing.
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