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Located in Located in [54055] ([zsouther]), the city was founded in 1889 as the regional headquarters of the Norfolk & Western Railway, remnants of the natural gravity switching yards remain in Bluefield.
Named for the many chicory flowers growing wild along the hillsides, the town attracted many industries, including coal mining.
South of the town, the border between the two Virginias is on the crest of East River Mountain. A sister city, Bluefield Va. lies to the southwest. CODE left

Located in [54055] ([zsouther]), the city was founded in 1889 as the regional headquarters of the Norfolk & Western Railway, remnants of the natural gravity switching yards remain in Bluefield.

Named for the many chicory flowers growing wild along the hillsides, the town attracted many industries, including coal mining.
South of the town, the border between the two Virginias is on the crest of East River Mountain. A sister city, Bluefield Va. lies to the southwest.

Bluefield College Of Evangelism | Little French Beauty Academy | St Lukes Hospital |
Science The Science Center of West Virginia |
Shopping Antique Clock Shop |
Transportation Mercer County Airport |

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03/23 Coming to The area
Virginia Highlands Festival Abingdon VA August2-11 Showcasing Appalachian arts and crafts.
Appalachian Festival Beckley WV August23-25 The 17th Annual Appalachian Festival is three big days packed with arts, crafts, entertainment, music, food and fun!
Golden Delicious Festival Clay WV August30-September1 The Golden Delicious is the State Fruit of West Virginia. Clay County is the birthplace of the golden delicious. Antique Car Show, Art Auction Baking Contest, 5K Run/Walk, Golf Tournament.
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