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🌱 How busy will Beckley roads get this Memorial Day weekend?

Beckley, West Virginia Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How busy will Beckley roads get this Memorial Day weekend?
  • How a Beckley ICU nurse became a national Super Mom contender
  • What Beckley seniors can learn at this month’s stroke support meeting

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; breezy, with a high of 64 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Thursday: Colder with a shower in spots, temps: high: 50, low: 39.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Memorial Day weekend travel in West Virginia expected to surge as summer begins (wvexplorer.com) — Expect heavier Memorial Day weekend traffic in and around Beckley, especially on I-64, I-77, and U.S. 19 as visitors pour into the New River Gorge region. State tourism officials say West Virginia is bracing for record travel, with campgrounds, cabins, and outdoor spots near Beckley likely to fill fast as summer kicks off.
   

2. Beckley nurse, mother of five competes for Super Mom title (wvva.com) — A Beckley cardiac ICU nurse at Raleigh General Hospital is juggling five kids, demanding hospital shifts, and a run at a national “Super Mom” title that benefits Children’s Miracle Network. She’s sharing her story online to encourage other Beckley-area moms and nurses who feel overwhelmed, reminding them they’re not alone in the late nights and long days.
   

3. Stroke Support Meeting at Commission on Aging for Stroke Awareness (wvnstv.com) — Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital is hosting its monthly stroke support meeting at the Raleigh County Commission on Aging, helping local seniors, survivors, and caregivers review crucial stroke warning signs and response steps. Organizers stress that understanding blood pressure, symptoms, and treatment options can make a life-saving difference for Beckley residents facing stroke risks.
   

4. Multiple Arrests Made After Fayette County Burglary, Stolen Jewelry Sold at Gun Store (lootpress.com) — State police say jewelry stolen in a Fayetteville home burglary was quickly traced to a Beckley gun store, where employees helped identify and recover several pieces. Multiple suspects now face burglary, larceny, property damage, and conspiracy charges after surveillance footage and a search warrant tied them to the stolen items and getaway vehicle.
   

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  • There is a minor accident on I-77 N reported at...
    There is a minor accident on I-77 N reported at 2:54 PM. "Vehicle Crash on I-77N at Mile Marker 34.5. The northbound left lane is closed. Comments… (Nextdoor )
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    Traffic is at a standstill on I-77 N reported at 2:36 PM. (Nextdoor )
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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