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In today's newsletter:

  • How Bluefield University's new doctorates could change local careers
  • Bluefield defense attorney loses his Virginia law license—what clients should know

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 70 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 77, low: 57.
  • Thursday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• BU Offers First-Ever Doctoral Programs (burampage.com) — Bluefield University is rolling out its first-ever doctoral programs in business administration and education, giving Bluefield-area students new ways to advance their careers without leaving the community. With multiple concentrations from finance to special education, the programs aim to boost earning potential and expand local professional opportunities across schools, hospitals, and businesses.
   

• Virginia State Bar Disciplinary Board Revokes Attorney Flux Jason Neo's Law License (alabnews.com) — A state disciplinary board has revoked the Virginia law license of Flux Jason Neo, a criminal defense attorney who practiced in Bluefield after finding he failed to follow required court rules. Local residents who may have used his services should know he is no longer authorized to practice law in the Commonwealth.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Tazewell

  • Tazewell County receives $2.5 million for new childcare center (wvva.com)
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  • Obituary-Joseph W. Greer, Sr. (theradar.online)

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Richlands

  • Richlands Police Department issues public statement addressing arrest video circulating social media (woay.com)

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