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Jeff Hoops built Blackjewel into the nation’s sixth largest coal company by acquiring bankrupt mines. When it declared bankruptcy, he pivoted to other ventures, leaving polluted streams and mud-shrouded roads in his wake.
HUNTINGTON — The Cabell County Commission met in its regular meeting on Thursday, approving Kelli Sobonya as president of the commission and Liza Caldwell as commission president pro tempore.
MILTON â Milton residents will soon fill out ballots for four municipal races.
Voters will be able to elect a mayor, City Council and recorder, as well as vote on an amendment that would change the date of future town elections.
Election Day for the town is May 4, but early voting is April 21 through May 1. Early voters can go to Milton City Hall between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays to cast ballots. To request an absentee ballot, contact City Hall for an application and return it to get a ballot. In-person voters must follow COVID-19 protection protocols, such as wearing a mask and practicing social distancing.