North Bend State Park Offers Introduction to Mountain Biking

Mountain biking is an outdoor pursuit that anyone can master who rides a bicycle.“ And like when you first learned to ride a bike, for some it takes a little push to get started,” said Ken Zebo, activities coordinator at North Bend State Park in Ritchie County, WV. The park is offering a series of workshops this spring and summer to help cyclists get comfortable with mountain biking.

The workshops will take place over the weekends of May 04-05, June 08-09, July 06-07, and August 03-04, 2013.

Instructor is Kim Coram and associates will cover evaluating your current bicycle, selecting appropriate gear and trails, when to use your brakes, and when to change gears. There is a minimal fee of $30 with some proceeds used for trail work at North Bend. Each workshop offers the four courses. “It isn’t mandatory to attend all courses but for an overall immersion into mountain biking it is recommended,” Zebo said.

Each weekend includes an introduction to mountain biking skills, mountain biking on a single-track trail, and trail building. Brief descriptions of each component are:

Introduction to Biking

Not sure how to use your bicycle gears? Know if your bike is safe to ride? Does your bike fit? This four-hour session will teach the basics, fit your bike to you, take you through a basic tune-up and then off to North Bend Rail Trail to ride and learn to use your gears, set your cadence, apply brakes properly and enjoy a great trail.

Introduction to Mountain Biking Skills

Using the curriculum of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, students will learn the basics of mountain biking to include drills for “heavy feet, light hands,” learning the “attack position” maneuvering over obstacles, weight distribution and so much more. This four-hour class will be conducted in a field with “learning stations” for skills development.

Beginning Mountain Bike Skills on the Trail

This three-hour class will be conducted on the single-track mountain bike trails at the park. Students will ride the trails and stop to practice skills at designated locations.

Introduction to Trail Building

As a gift to the park, a section of mountain bike trail will begin or continue in development. The basic engineering of trail development will be taught and concludes in one hour.

To register for Mountain Biking Skills Weekends, call 304.643.2931 or email .

Accommodations are available in lodge, cabins or camping as available.

About Kim Coram, Primary Instructor

Kim Coram has been teaching outdoor recreation for over 15 years. Selected as one of West Virginia’s top executives for her work in the field, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge, a variety of experience and a love for teaching. Kim is a member of the International Mountain Bike Association’s Regional Leadership Advisory Council, Vice-President of the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association, mountain bike representative on the Parkersburg Bicycle Advisory Board and is currently working with West Virginia Schools and other biking interests.

New Hatfield McCoy Geo Trail Launched

History buffs and adventure seekers now have a new opportunity to explore the story behind the Hatfield and McCoy feud with the recent launch of The Hatfield McCoy Geo Trail. Thanks to the continued surge in interest generated by the History Channel miniseries, geocachers and those who are just plain curious can retrace the footsteps of these famous mountain families with the popular outdoor activity of geocaching following the new Hatfield McCoy Geo Trail.

Geocaching is a modern-day version of treasure hunting, with nearly 2,000,000 caches placed all over the world. On September 01, 2012 the Tug Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Tour Pike County offices hosted 518 travelers from 18 states across the country who attended the kick-off event that became MEGA in the geocaching world.

The trail is a collaborative effort between Williamson’s Tug Valley Chamber of Commerce member Wendy H. Baisden (whbaisden) and Pikeville’s Tour Pike County member Kelly Moore (SpongeBob CachePants). The Hatfield McCoy GeoTrail offers a new destination for geo travelers from across the country and around the world. The Hatfield McCoy GeoTrail includes 15 caches, placed in historic locations relating to the families and their conflicts. Participants use hand-held GPS units or their smart phones to seek the location of hidden objects. These caches can be found in Mingo and Logan counties in West Virginia and in Kentucky’s Pike County.

Baisden and Moore are avid geocachers. Each was named GeoCacher of the month for August and September respectively by GroundSpeak Headquarters. They designed, placed and maintain the caches. In addition, a collectible coin is offered to those who travel to the area and obtain a copy of the passport needed to confirm each find. Visitors must carry the passport to each of the locations and stamp it with a specific stamp found in each of the geocache locations. The beautiful coin depicts the Tug River and the images of the patriarchs of the Hatfield & McCoy Families, Devil Anse and Randall. “The coin is our gift to the caching community,” said Baisden. It is also an honor for us to be able to personally place each coin into the hands of the visitors.“

“Wendy and I worked together to purchase the coins because we felt it was our way of giving back to the geocaching community,” said Kelly. “It also adds to the excitement that visitors feel when coming to the area to geocache.“ Plans are already in the works to offer a Labor Day weekend event in 2013 of MEGA stature to continue to showcase the areas rich history. Details for the coming event will be posted as they are available on the Hatfield McCoy GeoTrail website.

The Geo Trail is a great way to experience an intriguing chapter in the history of Southern West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky.

To learn more about the Hatfield McCoy Geo Trail, how to begin geocaching or how you can obtain your very own collectible coin, go to www.hatfieldmccoygeotrail.com.

Cruz’n For A Cause Motorcycle Dice Run - 10.06.12 - Saturday

Cruz’n For A Cause Motorcycle Dice Run - October 06, 2012

Cruz’n For A Cause Motorcycle Dice Run - 10.06.12

CWVOC to Host “Pedal for a Purpose” – 09.15.12

Central West Virginia Outreach Center will host a bicycle ride for pleasure “Pedal for a Purpose” on Saturday, September 15 from 9:00 AM till Noon.

The ride is part of the CWVOC’s fund raising efforts to construct a new warehouse.

The ride will begin at the Sutton Dam in Sutton, WV.

The course will take cyclist of all ages, 30 miles to the Hope Baptist Church at Frametown, WV and back to the Dam.

A cook-out will follow the ride at the Dam.

Rest and water stops will be provided along the route.

Ritchie County: Mountain Bike Classes at North Bend State Park, Labor Day Weekend

An introduction to mountain biking will be offered at North Bend State Park on Saturday September 01, 2012 and Sunday September 02, 2012.

Instructor Kim Coram will cover the basics any beginner needs to know to get started in mountain biking.

There are four classes over the two-day period.  Attendees can attend one or all of the classes.

“Attending all is the best plan,” advised North Bend State Park Supt. Steve Jones. “The classes cover all aspects of biking to help beginners understand the activity as recreation as well as exercise. They will learn all aspects of bikes, trails, and safety.”

Space is limited and registration is required.  There is a course fee of $30 to cover classes and materials.

Weekend classes include:

Mountain Biking - Class 1: Introduction to Biking

Saturday, September 01, 2012 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

This four-hour session will teach the basics, fit your bike to you, take you through a basic tune-up and then off to North Bend Rail Trail to ride and learn to use your gears, set your cadence, apply brakes properly and enjoy a great trail.

Mountain Biking – Class 2: Introduction to Mountain Biking Skills

Saturday, September 01, 2012   2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Using the curriculum of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, students will learn the basics of mountain biking to include drills for “heavy feet, light hands,“ learning the “attack position” while maneuvering over obstacles, weight distribution, and much more. This class will be conducted in a field with “drill stations” for skills development.

Mountain Biking - Class 3: Beginning Mountain Bike Skills on the Trail

Sunday, September 02, 2012   9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

This class will be conducted on the single-track mountain bike trails at the park. Students will ride the trails and stop to practice skills at designated locations. This class will last 3 hours.

Mountain Biking - Class 4: Introduction to Trail Building

Sunday, September 02, 2012   1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Many of West Virginia’s trail systems thrive because of volunteer labor. This class will develop a section of mountain bike trail. The basic engineering of trail development will be taught.

About Instructor Kim Coram:

Kim Coram has been teaching outdoor recreation for more than 15 years.

Selected as one of West Virginia’s top executives for her work in the field, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge, a variety of experience and a love for teaching.

Kim is a member of the International Mountain Bike Association’s Regional Leadership Advisory Council, served as the vice-president of the West Virginia Mountain Bike Association, was the mountain bike representative on the Parkersburg Bicycle Advisory Board, and currently is working with West Virginia Schools to bring mountain biking into the physical education curriculum along with establishing mountain bike racing clubs into schools.

New Park Planned For West Virginia Off-Road Trail System

The Hatfield-McCoy Trail System is working toward construction of a park for Jeep- and Humvee-type users south of Charleston.

Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority Executive Director Jeffrey Lusk says the $200,000 project will be funded by the West Virginia Recreational Trails Program.

Lusk says the project is currently under environmental review. Once complete, a trailhead will be selected and construction will begin.

Lusk says the park will be located near U.S. Route 119 along the Lincoln-Kanawha county border. It’s targeted for an audience other than typical Hatfield-McCoy trail usersThe Hatfield-McCoy system has more than 600 miles of trails and attracts more than 30,000 visitors annually.

Governor Tomblin Proclaims May Motorcycle Safety Month

Governor Earl Ray Tomblin, joined by the Division of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Joe Miller, the Governor’s Highway Safety Program Director Bob Tipton and motorcyclists from across the state, as he proclaimed May 2012 as Motorcycle Safety Month.

“As the temperature warms, motorcyclists from across the country come to West Virginia to cruise our roadways, to take in the views of our stunning hills and valleys,” Governor Tomblin said. “When traveling other motorists tend to have difficulty seeing motorcyclists nearby. This year, I encourage all drivers to share the road and look twice for a motorcyclist this month and throughout the riding season.”

Gilmer County: ATV Accident Sends a Man to Hospital

A Gilmer County man was seriously hurt after his ATV flipped over on top of him Monday morning, November 21, 2011.

According to Gilmer County Sheriff Deputies Danny Luzader was driving up a hill with a passenger when he apparently crashed.

Luzader was taken to Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital with serious injuries.

His passenger was not hurt.

The accident happened on Jones Cabin Run in Tanner, WV.

Sheriff Deputies say Luzader and his passenger were not wearing helmets.

The Gilmer County Sheriff’s Department is investigating.

More than 2,000 Expected This Weekend to Celebrate Hatfield-McCoy Trail

The Hatfield-McCoy Trail System celebrates its 11th anniversary this weekend with the annual Trailfest event in Gilbert.

“We are one of the largest participant ATV events in the country,“ said Hatfield-McCoy Executive Director Jeff Lusk. “We don’t know of any other event where there are actually 2,000 plus ATV riders, not spectators, but actual riders participating in the event.“

In addition to the various events which include riding, stunt events, and live musical acts there is the annual ATV Parade through Gilbert which features more than a thousand ATVS in a line that stretches for over two miles.

The event is in celebration of a system that is unique to West Virginia.  Although other states try to create their own ATV trail system based on the West Virginia model, nobody has been able to match the size.

“I think that’s probably the best flattery a person can get when folks are trying to replicate you,“ said Lusk. “We are unique in this country in that we are on 1.1 Million acres of private property with almost 400 private landowners who are coal, timber, gas, and individuals who are allowing their land to be used for this type of recreation.“

The system includes more than 600 miles of maintained and managed trails for ATV riding.

The system continues to experience tremendous growth and will this year open its newest trail system in Mercer County and plans are in the works for more trails in Wayne, Lincoln, and Kanawha Counties.

The Hatfield-McCoy Trials were created with an act of the legislature to help diversify the economy and create a tourist draw to southern West Virginia.  Lusk says the response has been tremendous.

Landowners are willing to open their property to escape liability and have the land patrolled regularly.

Riders are coming to the region from all over the United States.

Lusk said last year 21 states were represented at the Trailfest event.

He adds 44-entrepreneurs have created businesses based on trail riders.  The biggest need now, according to Lusk, is more investment in lodging properties.

“We’re getting calls all the time from around the country from people who want to come to ride the trail, but need a place to stay,“ he said.

Project Lifesaver Program Benefit Run – Saturday, 08.20.11

There will be an ATV Benefit Run on Saturday, August 20, 2011, with Proceeds go to the Gilmer County Sheriff Department and the Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department’s Project Lifesaver Program.

Registration is from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Limit 2 riders per ATV.

The ride will start at the Old Tanner School, and will be approximately 40 miles.

All riders must be back in by 5:00 PM Refreshments will be sold.

There will be 50/50 drawing and door prizes.

Free babysitting for riders will be available.

No alcohol or drugs allowed.

Project Lifesaver Program Benefit Run – 08.20.11

There will be an ATV Benefit Run on Saturday, August 20, 2011, with Proceeds go to the Gilmer County Sheriff Department and the Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department’s Project Lifesaver Program.

Registration is from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Limit 2 riders per ATV.

The ride will start at the Old Tanner School, and will be approximately 40 miles.

All riders must be back in by 5:00 PM Refreshments will be sold.

There will be 50/50 drawing and door prizes.

Free babysitting for riders will be available.

No alcohol or drugs allowed.

Glenville: Cruz’n for a Cause Motorcycle Dice Run - 07.23.11

Cruz’n for a Cause Motorcycle Dice Run

Saturday, July 23, 2011

Sign up starts at 10:00 AM Saturday morning at the 33 Country Club

(Early sign up available on Friday night)

10.00 per rider.

Vehicles welcome to participate.

Bikes leave at Noon.

The route this year will be Burnsville, Flatwoods, Walkersville, Weston and back to the 33 Club by 5:00 PM.

There will be food, games, and prizes.

All proceeds this year go to help cancer patients in Gilmer County.

Last year’s cause was for the Families of Fallen WV Coal Miners.

Any questions contact the 33 Country Club at 304.462.8494.

Gilmer County: Man Arrested Running Away on ATV with a 4-Year Old Child without Helmet

Kevin Curry, age 22, was arrested in Gilmer County when he ran away from police officials on a 4-wheeler.

Curry had his girlfriend and her 4-years old child on the 4-wheeler when he ran away from police.

According to reports the child was not wearing a helmet, and Curry was prohibited to drive an ATV.

Curry is charged with child neglect, driving while being a prohibited driver on an ATV, and reckless driving.

Additionally, he is facing additional charges of obstructing an officer.

Curry is in Central Regional Jail with felony charges on $100,000 bond.

Braxton County: Fatal Motorcycle Accident

Raymond Lemon, age 62, was killed in a motorcycle accident in Braxton County.

The accident happened on WV Hwy 4 around 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 19, 2011.

According to Braxton County Sheriff Deputies, Lemon had the accident when he came around a turn, struck a mailbox and then a power pole.

Lemon was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

Investigation is ongoing by the Braxton County Sheriff’s Department.

Tour de France 2011: Crash and Chaos

A car bumps into a bicyclist at the Tour de France causing another rider to fall into a barbed wire.

Recalls - 03.17.11

BACKPACK BLOWERS AND DUSTERS
Maruyama U.S. Inc. is recalling gasoline-powered backpack blowers and Mister Dusters sold nationwide and in Canada from April 2008 to December 2010.
The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves gasoline-powered blowers and mister dusters sold under the Maruyama brand name.
Model numbers are printed on the product’s recoil starter.
Consumers should return the items to the nearest dealer for a free replacement fuel tank.
Consumers can also contact Maruyama at 866.783.7400 between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM CT Monday through Friday or visit www.maruyama-us.com.

BACKPACK BLOWERS
Kawasaki Motor Corp. is recalling gasoline-powered backpack blowers sold nationwide and in Canada from August 2008 to February 2011.
The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves gasoline-powered blowers sold under the Kawasaki brand name.
Model and serial numbers are printed on the product’s blower housing.
Consumers should return the blowers to the nearest dealer for a free replacement fuel tank.
Consumers can also contact Kawasaki Motor at 877.364.6404 between 8 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.kawpowr.com.

POGO STICKS
Bravo Sports is recalling pogo sticks sold nationwide from May 2010 to March 2011.
The bottom of the pogo stick’s frame tube can break or come apart and a pin holding the spring in place can break, posing laceration and fall hazards.
This recall involves the Rocket Stick Pogo, Pop Stick Pogo, Monster Stick Pogo and Twin Stick Pogo.
Rocket, Pop, Monster or Twin are printed on the stem and on the foot pedals.
Only pogo sticks with manufacturing date codes between 04.01.2010 - 046HE and 10.31.2010 - 046HE are included in the recall.
The manufacturing date code is located on a white label underneath the foot pedal or on the stem of the pogo near the foot pedals.
Consumers should contact Bravo at 877.992.9905 between 7:30 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday or visit www.bravopogorecall.comto receive a full refund.

GIRLS’ JEANS
Parigi Group Ltd. is recalling girls’ jeans for toddlers sold nationwide from May 2010 to June 2010.
Decorative rhinestones and sequins on the jeans’ pockets can pose a choking hazard.
This recall involves “Baby Phat” branded jeans for toddlers in sizes 2T to 4T.
Style number BM02545 can be found on a label sewn in the rear waistband.
Consumers should return the jeans to the retail store where they were purchased for a full refund, or contact Parigi Group at 212.378.1205 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.parigigroup.com for instructions on how to return the product by mail for a full refund.

QUADSPORT ATVS
Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling QuadSport ATVs sold nationwide from September 2008 to February 2011.
The regulator/rectifier circuit board can fail and cause the engine to stall during riding due to an insufficient battery charge, increasing the risk of a crash.
This recall affects all 2009 LT-Z400 and LT-Z400Z QuadSport ATVs.
The words “QuadSport” and the model number are written on the front left fender of the ATV.
Consumers should contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Consumers can also contact Suzuki at 800.444.5077 between 8:30 AM and 4:45 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.suzukicycles.com.

GIRLS’ DRESSES
Matilda Jane LLC is recalling girl’s Chelsa dresses sold nationwide from February 01 to February 25, 2011.
The buttons can come off, posing a choking hazard.
The Chelsa dress is a girl’s sleeveless sundress in sizes 2, 4, and 6.
The top is white with green polka dots; the bottom is printed with a green and yellow floral design and has a multi-colored floral border at the hem.
Anyone possessing this dress should return it for repair or refund by contacting Matilda Jane Clothing at260.424.3511 or visit www.matildajaneclothing.com.

Recalls - 03.12.11

ATVS
American Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling Suzuki KingQuad ATVs sold nationwide from July 2007 to February 2011.
Some KingQuad ATV’s plastic fuel tanks were improperly manufactured and can develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
This recall is for the following Suzuki KingQuad models: all 2008 to 2010 LT-A450X models, all 2009 to 2010 LT-A500X models, all 2008 to 2010 LT-A750X models and 2011 LT-A500X and LT-A750X models manufactured before December 11, 2010.
The words “Suzuki KingQuad” are on the left and right sides of the fuel tank housing.
Consumers should contact a local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Consumers can also contact Suzuki at 800.444.5077 between 8:30 AM and 4:45 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.suzukicycles.com.

BABY SLIPPERS
Atico International USA is recalling holiday rattle baby slippers sold exclusively a Walgreen stores nationwide from October 2010 to January 2011.
The internal stuffing and rattle inside the slippers decorative figures can be pulled out, posing a choking hazard.
The recalled slippers are decorated with stuffed fabric figures including snowmen, Santa, reindeer, and penguins, and have decorative rattles inside the slippers that sound like bells when shaken.
Item number 999526 is printed on the back of the cardboard header card packaging.
“Find Your Joy” is printed on the front of the slippers packaging.
Consumers should return the slippers to any Walgreen location for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Atico International USA at 877.546.4835 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET, Monday through Friday, or visit www.aticousa.com.

MOUNTAIN BIKES
Procycle Group, Inc, is recalling Rocky Mountain Bicycles sold nationwide from June 2007 to November 2010.
The front fork steering tube can break, posing a fall injury hazard.
The recalled bicycles have Rocky Mountain Bicycle printed on the frame.
Only bicycles with certain serial numbers, located on the bottom side of the bicycle, are included in this recall.
Consumers should contact Procycle at 855.880.9062 between 8 AM and 4:30 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.bikes.com with your serial number to determine if it is included in the recall and to arrange for a free replacement of the fork.

WOODEN PUZZLES
Kid O Products LLC is recalling wooden fruit puzzles sold nationwide from November 2010 to February 2011.
The knobs attached to the puzzle fruits can come loose, posing a choking hazard.
This recall involves wooden puzzles that consist of a board and four pieces representing an orange, a plum, a pear and an apple.
“Grouping Objects – Fruit” and style number10307 can be found on the packaging.
Consumers should return the puzzles to the retail store where they purchased it for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Kid O Products at 212.366.5858 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.kidoproducts.com for instructions on how to mail the product to receive a full refund.

NIGHTLIGHTS
The Land of Nod is recalling “Camp Nod” lantern nightlights sold exclusively by The Land of Nod nationwide from September 2004 to October 2010.
An electrical short circuit can occur in the nightlight’s wiring, posing a risk of fire or shock hazard.
This recall involves “Camp Nod” electric lantern nightlights.
The lanterns have either a barbell tag on the cord that includes item number 0603041-RE (red) or 0603041-BL (blue), or a tag affixed to the underside of the lantern that includes the words “The Land of Nod.”
Consumers should return it to The Land of Nod to receive a merchandise credit for the purchase price.
Consumers can also contact The Land of Nod at 800.933.9904 between 8:30 AM and 5 PM CT Monday through Friday or visit www.landofnod.com.

FIREPLACES
Southern Enterprises Inc. is recalling Colin Cowie Gel-Fuel Wood Fireplaces sold by Home Shopping Network nationwide between October and November 2010.
Heat from the operating unit causes the plastic mounting screws to deform causing the unit to fall from the wall, posing a fall and fire hazard.
This recall involves Colin Cowie dual-positioning, wood wall-mount, gel-fuel fireplace with item No. 955-074. Lot number SEI/07/001 can be found on a label on the rear of the unit in the upper right hand corner when horizontal.
Consumers should call SEI at 877.858.4959 between 9 AM and 5 PM CT Monday through Friday or visit www.seidal.com/retrofit for a corrective retrofit kit that will be sent free of charge.

SWEATSHIRTS
Sunsations Inc. is recalling cildren’s hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings sold at Sunsations stores in VA, MD and NC from May 2009 to November 2010.
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard.
The recall involves children’s and juniors hooded sweatshirts with “Virginia Beach,” “Ocean City,” “Nags Head” or “Kill Devil Hills” printed on the front.
The following style and items numbers are included in the recall and are printed on a tag sewn into the sweatshirt’s neck: BL200 (item #16692) in black, style BL300 (item #16693) in brown and style 292 (item #20221) which come in navy blue, pink and light blue.
Consumers should remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt or return the sweatshirt to Sunsations for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Sunsations at 800.786.9044 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.sunsationsusa.com.

DOOR LOCKSETS
Stanley Security Solutions Inc. is recalling 6K and 7KC series door locksets old nationwide from April 2010 to January 2011.
The latches can fail and the door cannot be unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard.
The recalled latches are in 6K and 7KC series medium Duty Locksets.
These locksets have a brass or stainless steel finish and may have the word “BEST” embossed on the key core.
Consumers should contact Stanley Security Solutions at 888.312.8875 between 8 AM and 8 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.stanleysecuritysolutions.com to schedule an appointment to have the latches replaced free of charge.

WORKBENCH COMPONENTS
Global Industrial is recalling Global Workbench Power Risers, Power Aprons and Power Shelves sold nationwide from January 2009 to December 2010.
Misrouted wiring in the electrical outlets on the workbench risers, aprons and shelves, and reverse polarity in some workbench power cords pose an electric shock hazard.
This recall affects all workbenches.
Global is contacting its customers directly and either sending replacement risers, aprons and shelves or sending technicians to repair faulty wiring and replace faulty power cords.
Consumers can also contact Global at 855.657.0424 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET.

WINE OPENERS
Sunbeam Products Inc. is recalling wine bottle openers sold by QVC from November 2010 to December 2010.
The wine bottles can break when opened with the recalled opener, posing a laceration hazard.
This recall involves the “skybar™ Air Pump Wine Opener” model number NBSKWA2600.
“skybar” is printed on the side of the wine bottle opener.
Model number NBSKWA2600 is printed on the bottom of the wine bottle opener.
Consumers who purchased the wine bottle openers at a QVC store should return them to any QVC store for a full refund.
If the wine openers were not purchased through QVC, contact Sunbeam at 888.759.2279 between 9 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.skybarhome.com for instructions to obtain a full refund.

HALLOWEEN COSTUMES
Fun World Inc. is recalling Little Pet Vet and Dr. Littles Halloween Costumes sold nationwide from August 2010 to October 2010.
The costumes are sold with a toy stethoscope accessory.
The plastic ear pieces at the end of the stethoscope can be pulled off, posing a choking hazard.
This recall is limited to the stethoscope accessory from Fun World’s toddler-sized Pet Vet and Dr. Littles costumes.
A tracking label bearing the code 10060GFI01 and a production date of either Jan-Mar 2010 or Apr-Jun 2010 is sewn into the neck of the scrub shirt or the lab coat.
Consumers should contact Fun World at 800.247.5314 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the stethoscope for a full refund.

DIRT BIKES
Baja Motorsports is recalling dirt bikes sold at Pep Boys stores nationwide from December 2010 to January 2011.
Fuel can leak from the fuel tank, posing a fire and burn hazard.
This recall involves all model DR50 and DR70 Baja dirt bikes with VIN numbers beginning with “L98.”
The model number and VIN are located on the product data plate, which is located on the side of the “goose neck” (where the handle bars meet the body of the bike).
Consumers should contact Baja Motorsports at 888.863.2252 between 10 AM and 7 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.bajamotorsports.com to schedule a free repair.

OUTDOOR FIREPLACES
Sunjoy Industries is recalling Freestanding Steel Outdoor Fireplaces sold at Lowe’s stores nationwide and in Canada from March 2010 to November 2010.
The decorative bronze powder coat finish on the fireplace chimney can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves “Garden Treasures Living” steel outdoor fireplaces with a bronze finish chimney and slate colored accents.
Item number 0027705 and model number L-OF082PST-3 are printed on the front page of the product’s instruction manual.
Consumers should contact Sunjoy at 877.343.5651 between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday, or visit www.sunjoydirect.com/fireplacerecall.htm to obtain a free replacement chimney and chimney cap.

SURGE PROTECTORS
Milestone AV Technologies is recalling low-profile power conditioners/surge protectors sold nationwide from June 2009 to December 2010.
Improper grounding of the case and inadequate insulation for the circuit breaker poses an electrical shock hazard.
This recall involves all Sanus Elements model ELM205 low-profile power conditioners or surge protectors.
SANUS ELEMENTS is printed on the front of the unit and the model number is printed near the UL logo on the back.
Consumers should contact Milestone at 877.894.6280 between 8 AM and 9 PM CT Monday through Friday and between 10:30 AM and 7 PM CT Saturday and Sunday, or visit www.milestone.com/recall for a replacement product or refund.

SEND IN YOUR OFF-ROAD VIDEO TO WIN FREE MONSTER JAM TICKETS!

Video of your off-road play and work-time could win you free tickets to the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam, February 04-05, 2011 at the Charleston Civic Center!

Two-Lane Livin’ Magazine announces their Monster Jam Video Contest now open!

Send in your Two-Lane Livin’ themed off-road video, and you could win! First place will receive 4 tickets, to this awesome event; second place will receive 2 tickets.

That’s right, just get yourself and your friends off-road, and take some video. The only requirement is that somewhere, sometime, you include the phrase, “I Love Two-Lane Livin’.” Put it at the beginning, or end, or smack dab in the middle of your video—send it in, and you could win!

All entries must be received by January 20, 2011.

So read the following rules and get recording – Two-Lane Livin’ style!

Contest Rules and Disclaimers
1. Video entries must include a vehicle, in operation, off of main roads. At some point, all videos should include the phrase, “I Love Two-Lane Livin’.” Entries should be at least 60 seconds long, but no longer than 5 minutes.

2.    All prizes will be mailed to the address included with the submission on January 24, 2011. Entries must be entered no later than January 20, 2011. Sent as an e-mail attachment to “videos@twolanelivin.com”. Name and mailing address must also be included to be selected as a winner. First prize will be sent 4 event tickets, second prize will receive 2 tickets. Tickets valued at $22 each.

3.    Winners must be 18 years old or older, parents or legal guardian must claim prize(s), even though prizes can or may be used by a minor.

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Ritchie County: Poker Run

The Ritchie County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Fall Foliage Poker Run on Saturday, October 16, 2010 beginning at the Thomas M. Harris Museum at 217 West Main St. in Harrisville.

Registration is 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the museum.

The cost is $10 per hand with 33% payback to the winning hand.

There will be food, fun and scenery along 55 miles of rural Ritchie County roadways.

Recalls - 10.01.10

FISHER-PRICE TOYS
Fisher-Price Inc. is recalling Baby Playzone™ Crawl & Cruise Playground™, Baby Playzone™ Crawl & Slide Arcade™, Baby Gymtastics™ Play Wall, Ocean Wonders™ Kick & Crawl™ Aquarium (C3068 and H8094), 1-2-3 Tetherball™, Bat & Score Goal™ sold nationwide and in Canada from July 2001 to July 2008. The valve of the inflatable ball on these toys can come off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers contact Fisher-Price at 800.432.5437 between 9 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit  www.service.mattel.com for a free replacement kit.

FISHER-PRICE HIGH CHAIRS
Fisher-Price Inc. is recalling Healthy Care, Easy Clean and Close to Me High Chairs sold nationwide and in Canada from September 2001 to September 2010. Children can fall on or against the pegs on the rear legs of the high chair resulting in injuries or lacerations. The pegs are used for high chair tray storage.
This recall involves the Healthy Care, Easy Clean and Close to Me High Chairs with pegs on the back legs intended for tray storage. The model number and date code of the high chair is on the back of the seat.
Consumers should contact Fisher-Price Price at 800.432.5437 between 9 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.service.mattel.com for instructions and a free repair kit.

FISHER-PRICE LITTLE PEOPLE RAMPWAY
Fisher-Price Inc. is recalling Fisher-Price Little People Wheelies Stand ‘n Play Rampway sold nationwide and in Canada from April 2010 to September 2010. The wheels on the purple and the green cars can come off, posing a choking hazard.
The recall involves Little People Wheelies Stand ‘n Play Rampway with model numbers T4261 and V6378. They were sold with small cars that a child can push down winding ramps. Only the purple and the green cars that are marked “Mexico” and do not have a yellow dot on the bottom are included in the recall.
Consumers should contact Fisher-Price at 800.432.5437 between 9 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.service.mattel.com for free replacement cars.

FISHER-PRICE TRIKES
Fisher-Price Inc. is recalling Fisher Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles sold nationwide and in Canada from January 1997 to September 2010. A child can strike, sit or fall on the protruding plastic ignition key resulting in serious injury, including genital bleeding.
This recall involves the Fisher-Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles that have either a disc-shaped or D-shaped pretend key. The model numbers are located under the seat in the storage compartment.
Consumers should contact Fisher-Price at 800.432.5437 between 9 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.service.mattel.com for a free replacement key.

BLACK & DECKER LAWNMOWERS
Black & Decker Inc. is recalling Black & Decker and Craftsman brand cordless electric lawnmowers sold nationwide from September 1995 to December 2006.  The lawnmower’s motor and blade can unexpectedly turn on after the mower’s safety key is removed, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. Removing the safety key is designed to keep this from occurring.
The recalled cordless electric mowers were sold under both the Black & Decker and Craftsman brand names. The recalled Black & Decker mowers have model number CMM1000 or CMM1000R. All date codes and types are included. The Craftsman-brand mowers have model number 900.370520 and include all date codes and types.
Consumers should call Black & Decker at 866.229.5570 between 8 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.blackanddecker.com or call Sears at 888.281.5314 between 7 AM and 9 PM CT Monday through Saturday or visit www.sears.com for a free inspection and repair, or a credit towards a new cordless lawnmower.

WALL HOOKS
Midwest-CBK Inc. is recalling “S T U F F” and Paw Wall Hooks sold nationwide from December 2008 to August 2010. Paint on the metal hooks and on the blue paw hook contains excessive levels of lead.
The wall hook sets were sold in three models: model numbers 74641 and 74642, constructed of five separate wooden letters spelling out the word “S T U F F” and model number 65262 consisting of four separate, different colored wooden paws. The Paw wall hook sets have the model number 65262 on the outside of the box.
The wall hook set should be returned to Midwest-CBK for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Midwest-CBK at 800.422.5583 between 7:30 AM and 5 PM CT, Monday through Friday.

SHARK BIKES
Sunrise Medical LLC is recalling Quickie® Shark Bikes sold nationwide from March 2007 to October 2009. The custom footrests can break, posing a risk of injury.
This recall involves Quickie® Shark bikes with custom footrests that are designed for use by disabled persons. Model numbers included in the recall are SB472900001 and SB471900001. Model and serials numbers are printed on the right side of the bike frame. Serial numbers included in the recall are: KS910634, KS933266, KS935245, KF130177, KF130177, KF138342, KF157355, KF182230, KF214063, KF214095, KF228670, KF230678, KF268500, KF271632, KF275166, KF341126, KF344298 and KF370981.
Consumers should contact Sunrise Medical at 888.208.4901 anytime, or visit www.sunrisemedical.com for instructions on how to obtain replacement footrests.

Governor to Participate In Fall Motorcycle Tour Saturday

Governor Joe Manchin, along with fellow West Virginia motorcyclists, will participate in a fall motorcycle ride on Saturday, September 25, 2010.

The daylong motorbike tour beginning in Charleston will include stops for breakfast at the Glenn Farris Inn in Gauley Bridge and dinner at Smokey’s on the Gorge in Fayetteville.

The governor encourages all motorcyclists interested in participating to gather at the Governor’s Mansion (state Capitol) at 8:00 AM Saturday, for departure.

“I am eager to join fellow motorcycle riders for this tour and the opportunity to attend various community events. This is truly one of the most enjoyable ways to see the beauty of the Mountain State and I look forward to this occasion,” said the governor.

Saturday’s bike tour also will include stops at a noon event in Marlinton for the West Virginia Autumn Harvest Festival/Roadkill Cookoff and at the Cass Harvest Festival Day at 2:00 PM in Cass, WV. The multi-county motorbike trip will cover more than 350 miles.

Complete Tour Route:

■  Riders will depart from the Governor’s Mansion at 8 AM and ride on U.S. Route 60 to the Glenn Farris Inn;

■  After breakfast, riders will continue on Route 60 to Gauley Bridge;

■  From Gauley Bridge turn onto state Route 39 and ride to Richwood;

■  At Richwood pick up state Route 39/55 to the intersection of state Route 150 (Scenic Highway);

■  Travel across Scenic Highway to U.S. Route 219 south and ride back to the intersection of state Route 39;

■  Turn onto state Route 39 and ride into Marlinton:

■  At Marlinton continue on 39 to the intersection of state Route 28;

■  Turn onto Route 28 to Cass;

■  Leave Cass on state Road 66 across Snow Shoe Mountain back to U.S. Route 219;

■  Turn south on U.S. Route 219 to Mill Point and turn onto state Route 39/55 to U.S. Route 19;

■  Travel U.S. Route 19 to Fayetteville for dinner;

■  After dinner, turn left on state Route 16 and ride back to U.S. Route 60 and on to Charleston.

Additional information regarding the bike route may be obtained by contacting: Joe Tyree at 304.558.1041.

Accidents in West Virginia - 08.11.10

•  Puppy Badly Hurt After Being Dragged by Vehicle
In Morgan County someone tied a 7-month-old female puppy to a vehicle and dragged the animal across asphalt (07.30.10).
Humane Society of Morgan County says it’s the worst case of animal cruelty it has ever seen in the county.
The humane society is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest and has received pledges totaling $2,500 so far.
Authorities say a county animal control officer found the puppy July 30, 2010 on Meridian Road. The puppy had severe injuries and was taken to a local veterinarian.
Recovery is expected to take several months. The humane society says it will care for the puppy, now named Booboo, until she’s well enough to be adopted.

•  Two Teens Hurt After an ATV Accident in Upshur County
Two teenagers are rushed to the hospital, after they wrecked their ATV Tuesday evening in Upshur County.
It happened on private property off of Little Sands Run Road in Tallmansville, around 7:30 PM (08.05.10).
The two were taken to St. Joseph’s by ambulance, HealthNet was called in, but because of the weather, they couldn’t fly in.

•  Kids Escape after Tree Falls onto Home
A family was left with a bittersweet ending after severe storms cut a destructive path through the region.
A massive tree fell onto Heather Neiderhiser’s trailer in Teays Valley Thursday evening (08.05.10).
Neiderhiser’s young son Dylan and his friend James Slate were inside the mobile home when the tree came crashing down.
Fortunately they we’re not hurt but the home was destroyed.

•  Fatal Car Accident in Huntington
A car accident in Cabell County kills one person.
The accident happened on Cedar Crest Road in Huntington shortly before 9 PM Thursday (08.05.10).
The driver, James Workman, 61, of Huntington lost control of the vehicle and went over an embankment.
He was pronounced dead on the scene.
Nobody else was in the car.

•  One Man Dead After One Vehicle Accident
A Vienna man is dead after a single vehicle accident on Corbitt Hill Road in Wood County.
The car overturned around 8 o’clock Thursday night (08.05.10) on Corbitt Hill Road past Route 31, toward Waverly.
Chad Michael Allen, 27, of Vienna was driving the vehicle.
Allen was transported to St. Josephs Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

•  Men Flee on ATVs and Now Face Felony Charges
Two men are in custody after they are caught allegedly speeding on ATVs with two juveniles on the back without helmets.
Thursday night (08.05.10), Ohio County deputies clocked the two men going 70 miles per hour on Stone Church Road on ATVs.
Gregory Suppler and John Christman fled on the ATVs after the first traffic stop was attempted.
Another deputy stopped the ATVs and made the arrests.
The ATVs were made to race or modified to be sports bikes.
The two men are now facing felony charges of fleeing an officer and endangering a child.

•  Four Hurt in ‘Distracted Driving’ Collision
Several people were injured Friday (08.06.10) in a Fayette County wreck involving a distracted driver.
Casey Dixon, 20, of Davisville, was driving near the intersection of WV 612 and U.S. 19 in Fayetteville when he struck an oncoming car.
Dixon was trying to reach his cell phone, which he had dropped to the floor of his Ford Taurus.
Dixon drove directly into the path of a Ford Freestyle wagon driven by Diane Vanderport, 53 of Meadville, PA.
Dixon was transferred to Charleston Area Medical Center.
Two juveniles, ages 12 and 15, were in the car with Dixon and were transported to Plateau Medical Center in Oak Hill with minor injuries, Kessler said.
Vanderport was also transported to Plateau Medical Center with moderate injuries.

•  Two Charged in Drowning at Reservoir
Two men face misdemeanor charges stemming from an investigation of the drowning of two others at a Mercer County reservoir (08.06.10).
State Division of Natural Resources spokesman said Robert Jones, 25, of Maybeury is charged with withholding information from police and having an insufficient number of life preservers devices on a boat.
Rayshad Jones, also of Maybeury, is charged with withholding information from police and fishing without a license.
Francis Jennings, 45, and Donald Anthony, 41, drowned at the Kee Reservoir on July 24. The men had jumped off a boat and were attempting to swim to shore.
Murphy said Robert Jones was operating the boat.

•  Morgantown Woman Killed in Crash
A Morgantown woman is dead after a car crash Friday (08.06.10) in Hampshire County.
44-year-old Tracy Bezel was heading south on Route 28 near Romney when she lost control of her vehicle, hit the edge of the roadway and flipped.
She was thrown from the car.
She was taken by helicopter to the Western Maryland Regional Medical Center where she later died.

•  Vehicle Hits Pedestrian in Huntington
At 3:50 AM Saturday (08.07.10), a vehicle reportedly hit a pedestrian in the area of 17th Street and Artisan Avenue in Huntington.
According to 911 dispatchers, the victim was taken to St. Marys Hospital with unknown injuries.
There is no word yet on any suspects.

•  Vehicle Strikes Veterans Memorial Field House
At about 3 AM Saturday (08.07.10), a vehicle struck the Veterans Memorial Field House, located at 2590 5th Ave., in Huntington.
According to 911 dispatchers the passenger of the vehicle was transported to St. Marys Hospital with unknown injuries.

•  Single Vehicle Accident Sends Two People to the Hospital
At 3:15 AM Saturday (08.07.10), a single vehicle accident occurred in the area of Raccoon Creek by the Beech Fork Swimming Pool in Wayne County.
According to 911 dispatchers, two people were transported to St. Marys Hospital with unknown injuries.

•  Grantsville Cyclist Injured after Hitting a Deer
A Grantsville man was injured Saturday afternoon (08.07.10) at Big Bend after his motorcycle struck a deer crossing WV Highway 5 west of Grantsville.
The 64-year male was taken to Minnie Hamilton Health Center with injuries.
Injuries did not appear to be critical.

•  Fatal Crash in Fayette County
A motor vehicle accident in Fayette County resulted in at least one fatality (08.07.10).
The motorcycle accident on Route 60 occurred near the top of Sewell Mountain about 7:00 PM.

•  Pedestrian Hit and Killed on Route 60
One person was killed after being struck by a car on Route 60 before 10 PM on Saturday (08.07.10).
It happened in the intersection of Route 60 and Bonnie Boulevard. That’s near the Pizza Hut and Speedway in Huntington.
The vehicle that struck the person was still on scene while Huntington Police were investigating.

•  Two Hurt at Emily Drive in Clarksburg
A crash on Emily Drive sends two women to the hospital on Sunday (08.08.10) around 11:45 AM.
A woman driving a white Pontiac was waved out into an intersection on Emily Drive near Starbucks, when she struck an oncoming red Nissan.
She failed to look both directions before traveling onto the road.
The woman in the Nissan suffered minor head and arm injuries and the woman in the Pontiac suffered minor injuries as well.
Both women were taken to UHC for injuries.

•  Police Chase Ends in Vehicle Rollover
At 3:14 AM Sunday (08.08.10) in Lincoln County, a police chase ended after the vehicle being chased rolled over.
The chase started at 2:56 AM at Belcher Avenue in Hamlin, and went from Route 3 to upper Mud River Road, and ended at the mouth of Salt Lick on upper Mud River Road.
The vehicle being chased by police rolled over multiple times into a creek, landing on its roof.
Two people were in the vehicle.
Their injuries were not life threatening.
It is unclear as to why the vehicle fled from police.

•  High Speed Chase Exceeded 100 Miles/Hour
Wheeling Police attempted to stop the driver of a Gold Chrysler Sebring on Wheeling Island early Sunday (08.08.10) when he took off at a high rate of speed.
Chase happened before 3:00 AM.
The driver of the car fled from officers traveling over 100 miles per hour across the suspension bridge in Wheeling before entering Interstate 70 at the Washington Avenue Exit.
The driver of the car, Jose Carmichael Lee, 43, lost control and wrecked at the top of the exit ramp.
The vehicle was towed and Lee was taken to a local hospital.
Lee is facing charges of felony fleeing and driving under the influence.

•  Truck Crashes into Building; Two Teens Seriously Hurt
A truck crashed into a cinder block building Sunday morning (08.08.10), sending two teens to the hospital.
The accident happened along Route 85 in Quinland about 6:45 AM.
The truck ran off the road and into the small outbuilding. The building was destroyed.
The teens were flown to a hospital in Charleston. They are both in serious condition.

•  Motorcycle Crash Lands Man in Area Hospital
A man was transported to an area hospital Sunday morning (08.08.10), following an accident on Grandview Road about 10:00 AM.
The driver went over the hill when he lost control of his motorcycle.
He was transported to Raleigh General Hospital for treatment.

•  Fatal Accident in Wirt County
An Elizabeth man was found twelve hours after he wrecked his car into a tree.
39-year-old John Wayne Starcher was pronounced dead at Roane General Hospital Sunday afternoon (08.08.10).
Starcher struck a tree along Frog Hollow Road in Wirt County, right outside of Elizabeth.
Starcher wrecked his truck sometime Sunday between 3:30AM and 3:00PM when people on four wheelers found him standing and coherent.
Starcher lost consciences and CPR was performed.
Police are waiting autopsy results to determine a cause of death.

•  Two-Vehicle Accident in Wood County
24-year-old Michael Johnson of Williamstown was pronounced dead at Marietta Memorial Hospital after being involved in a two vehicle accident Sunday afternoon (08.08.10) around 2:00 PM.
Johnson was traveling on County Route 31 and Beckwith Road in Williamstown when without stopping drove onto County Route 31 colliding with a pickup truck driven by Jay Handschumacher of Whipple Ohio.
Handschumacher and his passenger were both taken to Marietta Memorial Hospital to be treated.
No word yet on their conditions.

•  Man Injured in 4-Wheeler Accident
David Booher received serious injuries Tuesday (08.10.10) in Calhoun County when his 4-Wheeler went down a steep hillside.
He was taken by helicopter to a Trauma Center.

•  Death at Motorcycle Rally
A Cross Lanes man is dead following a motorcycle accident in Mason County (08.08.10).
He was riding his motorcycle in the “Hogs For Dogs”—a fundraiser for the Putnam County Animal Shelter—when he apparently went down on the route in Mason County.
His relatives said Hall was an avid motorcycle rider and was looking forward to riding in the event.

•  Drowning in Fayette County
Drowning t happened around 5:00 PM on the Gauley River in Fayette County on Sunday (08.08.10).
The male victim was flown by HealthNet to a local hospital.

•  Accident Halts Traffic for Several Miles on WV Hwy 5
It happened around 5:30 PM Monday (08.09.10) on WV Highway 5 East of Glenville about lynch Run Road (Central Supply).
Linda Wietrzykowski , a pregnant woman lost control, hit the electric pole and into Little Kanawha River.
The woman was transported to Hospital by Gilmer County Ambulance Service and remains in coma.
Unfortunately, the child Kayden lost his life.
The traffic was at standing still for several miles both ways and began moving about 6:15 PM.

•  Another Wreck on WV Highway 5
There was another wreck on Tuesday (08.10.10) at Sand Fork-Glenville area at around 11:00 AM.
Somehow a white Jeep managed to get both of its front tires over the guard rail.
It took over an hour to remove the vehicle by Gilmer County Emergency Responders.
This accident happened only feet away from previous day’s tragic wreck.
The cause of accident is unknown. Possibly the driver was rubber necking and lost control.

•  Car Fire Stops Traffic on Interstate 79
Traffic backed up for miles on Interstate 79 Tuesday afternoon (08.10.10) due a car fire.
It happened around 1:30 PM near the South Fairmont exit when a truck burst into flames.
No one was hurt, but traffic backed up a few miles into Harrison County.
The driver of the truck said he only bought the vehicle a few hours earlier when he saw the gauges rise and smoke coming from the hood before it went up in flames.

•  Train Crashes in Wetzel County, Spills Diesel
A train accident in Wetzel County happened late Tuesday night (08.10.10).
The train wrecked at the Brooklyn train yard south of New Martinsville, spilling diesel.
Two people were treated and released at Wetzel County Hospital.
A north and south bound train collided, spilling diesel.

•  One Injured in Accident
One person was taken to a Huntington hospital after a vehicle crash that closed a heavily traveled roadway.
The accident happened at 10:18 AM Wednesday (08.11.10).
It occurred on WV Hwy 2 near the Tri-State Fire Academy. Two vehicles were involved.
Crews closed the highway for about 30 minutes as they cleared the scene.
Two children were involved in the crash, but were not injured.

NC Man Killed at VA Racetrack

A North Carolina man has died after a chain-reaction crash during a motorcycle race at Virginia International Raceway.

State Police say 38-year-old Robert C. Gette of Charlotte, NC, died at the scene of Saturday’s crash.

A State Police statement says the crash occurred when one racer lost control and his motorcycle overturned.

Gette swerved to avoid the crash and his motorcycle also overturned.

As Gette was trying to stand up, he was struck by a 12-year-old competitor from Sutton, WV.

The race was part of the WERA Cycle Jam.

~~  By Associated Press ~~

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Recalls - 08.06.10

OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLES
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. is recalling Kawasaki 2010 KLX110 Off-Road Motorcycles sold nationwide from August 2009 to February 2010. A faulty housing for the ignition switch can allow water to enter and activate the electric starter unintentionally. This poses a serious hazard of injury or death.
This recall involves Kawasaki 2010 model year KLX110CAF and KLX110DAF off-road motorcycles. They were sold in green and have Kawasaki written on the sides of the fuel tank.
Consumers should contact a local Kawasaki Motorcycle dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Consumers can also contact Kawasaki at 866.802.9381 between 8:30 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.kawasaki.com.

VANITY BENCHES
LaMont Limited is recalling Belle Vanity Benches sold exclusively at Tuesday Morning stores nationwide from May 2010 to June 2010. Legs on the Belle vanity bench can detach at the weld and allow the bench to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
This recall involves Belle vanity benches with a scroll design and padded seat. The wrought iron vanity bench is about 21 3/4 inches from floor to top of rail. The padded seat has an 18 3/4 inch wide off-white damask cover.
Consumers should return the product to any Tuesday Morning store for a refund.
Consumers can also contact Tuesday Morning at 800.457.0099 or LaMont at 800.553.5261 between 8 AM and 4:30 PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.shop.tuesdaymorning.com or www.lamontlimited.com.

FISHER-PRICE CAMPSITE TOYS
Fisher-Price is recalling Little People Play ‘n Go Campsite™ sold nationwide and in Canada from October 2009 to August 2010. The plastic Sonya Lee figure in the play set can break at the waist, exposing small parts that pose a choking hazard.
The seven-piece plastic play set includes Sonya Lee, a tent and other accessories. Product number R6935 is printed on the toy’s packaging. The name Sonya Lee is printed on the underside of the figure. Only Sonya Lee figures that bend at the waist, have a green sweater and purple camera around the neck are included in this recall.
Consumers should contact Fisher-Price at 800.432.5437 anytime or visit www.service.mattel.com to arrange for the figure’s return in exchange for a free replacement figure.

LIGHTED UMBRELLAS
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. is recalling Solar Lighted Cantilever Umbrellas sold exclusively by Bed Bath & Beyond from February 2010 to June 2010. A plastic connector which attaches to the arm of the umbrella can break, causing the umbrella to collapse. This poses a risk of injury.
The recalled product is a 13-foot Solar Lighted Cantilever Umbrella. The UPC numbers are 444444550439 (tan) and 444444583963 (chocolate) and can be found on the product packaging. The model numbers are 8070C-S and 8070C-L and can be found on the assembly and operating instruction that were enclosed with the product packaging.
Consumers should return product to any Bed Bath & Beyond location for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Bed Bath & Beyond at 800.462.3966, 24 hours a day, seven days a week or visit www.bedbathandbeyond.com.

MADELINE BUNK BEDS
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling Madeline Bunk Beds sold by Pottery Barn Kids from July 2009 to March 2010. The end structure of the bunk bed can pose an entrapment hazard to young children. Children can get their necks caught in the opening between the post and the decorative molding.
This recall involves Madeline bunk beds. The bed is white and is made of wood and medium-density fiberboard. It has guardrails on either side of the top bunk and a ladder that attaches to the side of the beds.
Consumers should immediately contact Pottery Barn Kids at 888.779.8692 between 7 AM and midnight PT seven days a week or visit www.potterybarnkids.com to schedule installation of a free repair kit.

CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Miami Breaker Inc. is recalling counterfeit “Square D” circuit breakers sold nationwide from March 2005 to July 2006. The recalled circuit breakers labeled “Square D” or “SQD” have been determined to be counterfeit by Square D and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard.
The counterfeit circuit breakers are marked as Square D in the QO series. The models are QO115, QO120 , QO130 , QO215, QO220 , QO230, QO240, QO250 and QO260.
Consumers should contact Miami Breaker at 800.941.1112 between 9 AM to 5 PM ET Monday through Friday to determine if their circuit breaker is counterfeit and if necessary, arrange a free inspection and replacement.

Braxton County Fair: Friday and Saturday

Friday:
•  The Grascals taking the stage to dazzle and entertain at 9:00 PM
•  Demolition Derby will take place at 8:00 PM
•  Speed Pit and Mud Bugs at 5:00 PM
•  4-H/FFA Livestock Sale and the Draft Horse Pulls at 7:00 PM

Saturday:
•  Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show
•  Antique Tractor Pulls at 10:00 AM
•  Street Class and 4-Wheel Drive Mud Hog at Noon
•  Internationally known country group Sawyer Brown at 9:00 PM

For more information on this year’s exciting event, go to www.braxtoncountyfairwv.com.

Glenville: Motorcycle Dice Run - 08.07.10

33 Country Club and Friends are sponsoring a Motorcycle Dice Run, with all proceeds go to the families of the WV Fallen Coal Miners.

Event will take place on Saturday, August 07, 2010.

Early sign up will be on Friday night at the 33 Country Club or Registration starts at 9:00 AM on Saturday morning.

There is a $10.00 donation per rider.

Bikes leave the 33 Country Club at Noon and last bike back in at 5:00 PM.

There will be games, food, entertainment, door prizes, shirts for sale and 50/50 drawing.

This is approximately a 120 mile ride that goes thru Normantown, Rosedale, Gassaway, Walkersville, and Weston and back to Glenville.

For more information you can contact the 33 Country Club at 304.462.8494.

Weekend Cycling in Braxton, Calhoun and Gilmer Counties - 08.14-15.10

The Charleston bicycle club, the Mountain State Wheelers, will be spending the August 14-15, 2010 weekend cycling around Braxton, Gilmer and Calhoun counties.

This is a non-competitive ride. These are long rides, 60-90 miles per day.

Anyone with a bike and helmet is welcome but, as the rides will be long and some big hills, novices should not attempt.

Weekend Cycling in Braxton, Calhoun and Gilmer Counties in August

The Charleston bicycle club, the Mountain State Wheelers, will be spending the August 14-15, 2010 weekend cycling around Braxton, Gilmer and Calhoun counties.

This is a non-competitive ride. These are long rides, 60-90 miles per day.

Anyone with a bike and helmet is welcome but, as the rides will be long and some big hills, novices should not attempt.

Four-Wheeling Has Been Deadly This Memorial Weekend

There have been many ATV/off-road vehicle accidents in West Virginia over the Memorial Day weekend.

In our area an Ohio man is dead after an accident while 4-wheeling in a Dune Buggy in Lewis County.

Authorities say Sidney Roles, 51, of Chadron, Ohio was killed Saturday when he was trying to drive a dune buggy up a steep embankment.

The Dune Buggy turned over backward and Roles suffered severe head trauma and was killed instantly.

A passenger on Dune Buggy with Roles is identified as Karen Talbot, 46, of Chesterland, Ohio.

She was also injured and taken to Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.

She was treated and released for her injuries.

The accident happened Saturday evening about 7:45 PM near Jackson’s Mill.

Authorities say the couple was in the area to visit Roles’ father. 

Another accident, this time on an ATV, happened around 7:30 PM Saturday evening on Sleeth Run Road, about two miles from the Gilmer County line.

Two people were hurt in this accident.

Other known accidents involving ATV’s were in Marion County, another near Marion-Wetzel County Line and one more in Eastern Panhandle.

WV Governor: Motorcycle Safety is Important in the Mountain State

West Virginia had a long and grueling winter this past season.  Many of our citizens spent time digging out from record snowfall that blanketed our highways and neighborhoods.  With that behind us, thousands of our citizens will now take to clearer roads, not only in cars and trucks, but also on motorcycles. 

Recently, I was pleased to join a group of motorcycle enthusiasts and officials from the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles to proclaim April as Motorcycle Awareness Month.

Since the weather has warmed up, this is a great time to encourage motor vehicle operators to be cautious and aware of bikers, especially during their seasonal return to West Virginia roads and highways.

All of our motorcyclists have safety courses which they must complete in order to travel our highways and byways, and these safety procedures are very important to ensuring a safe riding experience. It is important that all motorists stay alert, use common sense and following driving laws. Our lives depend on it.

The West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program offers motorcycle rider courses developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and taught by certified, professional instructors in seven locations across the state.

Currently there are at least 55,000 registered bikes in our state. In 2009, approximately 2,000 people completed the safety program’s basic and experienced rider courses, and there has been more than a 40% increase in ridership since 2004.

Safety is the upmost importance while biking, and as a fellow motorcycle enthusiast, I always practice standard safety procedures while riding.  As I approach an intersection, I flash my headlamps from low beam to high beam. This is just one extra personal safety practice that I do in order to alert drivers.  In addition to following the common safety procedures of riding motorcycles, all riders must do their part to develop personal safety practices to prevent an accident.

Motorcycle tours have been a fast-growing segment of our tourism economy and I believe that it is a great way to showcase the Mountain State to the people across the nation.

We have a bounty of natural beauty and adventure to offer here in West Virginia and enhancing our motorcycle riding industry is another way people can experience the richness of our great state.

I want to thank all of the hardworking people that coordinate the West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program and the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles for their diligence to inform and educate motorcycle riders and all motor vehicle operators.

Working together, we will continue to make biking as safe as possible in West Virginia.  As they say, live to ride and ride to live!

Recalls - 12.24.09

PATIO FIREPLACES
W.S. Badcock Corp. is recalling Vintage Verandah Patio Fireplaces sold at Badcock Home Furniture stores from September 2008 to November 2009. A paint used to finish the exterior shell may catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
The recalled fireplace is made of black metal with wire mesh sides, a black metal cap and chimney, and a metal grate with two (2) accessory tools.
Consumers should return the fireplaces to their local Badcock store or place of purchase.
Consumers can also contact W.S. Badcock Corporation’s Corporate call center at 1.800.223.2625 from 8:00 AM to 7 PM Monday through Friday and 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday (EST) or visit www.badcock.com .

UTILITY KNIVES
Dollar Tree Stores Inc. is recalling Tool Bench Utility Knife sold nationwide from April 2009 to October 2009. The utility knife’s blade can slide past the blade support during use, posing a laceration hazard.
The utility knife is black or gray and measures about 6 inches long and about 1 ¼ inches wide. “Tool Bench Utility Knife” is printed on the front of the product’s packaging. “975942,” date code “93” and “UPC 639277759429” are printed on the back of the packaging.
Consumers should return the knife to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Dollar Tree Stores at 800.876.8077 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.dollartree.com .

SCUBA REGULATORS
Cressi-sub USA is recalling Cressi Ellipse Black MC5 Regulators sold nationwide from March 2009 to August 2009. Partial obstruction of the High Pressure (HP) port can produce an inaccurate reading on the pressure gauge, resulting in a slow descent of the needle in the pressure gauge. The inaccurate reading on the gauge poses a drowning hazard.
This recall involves regulators used to control the flow of air while scuba diving, making it possible for divers to breathe under water. The recalled regulators have model name Ellipse Black MC5. “Cressi MC5” and “Cressi Black” are printed on the regulator.
Consumers should return the regulators to a Cressi authorized dive shop for a free repair. 

Consumers can also contact Cressi at 800.338.9143 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.cressi.com .

POLARIS ATVS
Polaris Industries Inc. is recalling 2009-2010 Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) sold nationwide from February 2009 to November 2009. The front suspension ball joint stem can separate from the steering knuckle and cause the rider to lose steering control, posing a risk of injury or death.

This recall involves model year 2009 and 2010 Polaris Sportsman ATVs with certain VIN numbers.
Consumers should contact their local Polaris dealer to determine if your model and VIN number are included in this recall and to schedule a free repair.
Consumers can also contact Polaris at 888.704.5290 between 8 AM to 5 PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.polarisindustries.com .

DIVING EQUIPMENT
Dive Rite is recalling Dive Rite Wings sold nationwide from June 2006 to October 2008.The over pressure valve springs in the diving equipment could rust and fail allowing the buoyancy compensator devices to leak, posing a drowning hazard.
The Dive Rite Wings affected in this recall include the following models: Travel, Venture, Rec, Trek, Classic, Nomad and Super Wings. Only the Dive Rite wings that have a serial number range from 42000 through 72000 are affected by this recall. The serial numbers can be found on a white tag attached along a seam of the wing.
Consumers should return the equipment to an authorized distributor or dealer for a free replacement of the overpressure valve spring.
Consumers can also contact Dive Rite at 800.495.1046 between 9 AM and 4 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.diverite.com .

RELIEF VALVES
Watts Regulator Co. is recalling One-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves sold nationwide from October 2006 to July 2009. The relief valve can fail to reduce pressure and avert failure or rupture of the water heater tank and associated valves, posing rupture and burn hazard.
This recall involves the one-inch 140X-9 Temperature and Pressure Relief valves, which are typically used in large water heaters for commercial buildings or possibly for large homes. The valves bear item codes 0259844 (75 psi/210°F); 0259924 (100 psi/210°F); 0259708 (150 psi/210°F); 0259925 (125 psi/210°F); and 0259930 (150 psi/210°F). The affected date codes are 0641R through 0930R. The date code is printed after the model number “M15” on a green metal tag fastened to the pressure relief valve.
Consumers should immediately contact Watts Regulator at 888.272.4649 between 8 AM and 4:30 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit www.watts.com to schedule a free repair.

TACTICAL KNIVES
5.11 Tactical® is recalling Promotional Knife given away as a promotional item beginning September 2009 to December 2009. The knife can fail to lock into its open position, posing a cutting hazard.
The recalled folding knives, Style No. 51041019, have a black handle with a pocket clip and are approximately five inches in length when closed and seven and three-quarters inches in length when the blade is open.
Consumers should either return the knives to their local 5.11 Tactical retailer or contact 5.11 Tactical at 866.451.1726 or visit www.511tactical.com to arrange for the return and exchange of the knives.

IKEA HIGHCHAIRS
IKEA Home Furnishings is recalling LEOPARD Highchairs sold exclusively at IKEA stores nationwide from October 2009 to November 2009. The snap locks used to secure the seat to the frame can break and allow the seat and child to drop through the frame, posing a fall hazard. Detached snap locks can pose a choking hazard.
This recall involves all colors of the LEOPARD highchairs sold as a seat and a frame individually. The seat and tray has an adhesive label affixed to the underside with the words LEOPARD and “Made in Italy,” an eight-digit article number and a five-digit supplier number (19589).
Consumers should return the highchairs to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact IKEA at 888.966.4532 anytime, or visit at www.ikea-usa.com .

Recalls - 12.05.09

HOODED SWEATSHIRTS
Sunsations Inc. is recalling Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings sold at Sunsations stores in Virginia Beach, VA, Ocean City, MD and North Carolina from April 2006 to July 2009. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard.
The recall involves children’s hooded sweatshirt sizes 2T through 12 sold in various solid colors. Style numbers included in this recall are: KD102, KD124 and KFS102.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts or return the garment to Sunsations for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Sunsations at 800.786.9044 between 9 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.sunsationsusa.com .

“HELLO KITTY” SWEATSHIRTS
NTD Apparel is recalling “Hello Kitty” Zip Up Hoodie Sweatshirts sold at Macy’s and Dillard’s stores nationwide from November 2008 to December 2008. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard.
The “Hello Kitty” hoodie has an appliqué on the right chest and screenprint on left chest and left sleeve. They were sold in black with silver lining and in sizes 2T, 3T, 4, 5, 6 and 6X. NTD APPAREL, D1592H7273, RN#116180 is printed on the neck label and care label.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to NTD Apparel for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact NTD Apparel at 866.317.3974 between 9 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday.

ATVS
BRP U.S. Inc. is recalling Model Year 2010 Can-Am® ATVs sold nationwide from August 2009 to November 2009. The dynamic power steering can fail, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders. 
The recall involves Model Year 2010 Can-Am® Outlander and Renegade ATVs.
Consumers should contact any Can-Am® dealer to schedule a free repair.
Consumers can also contact BRP at 888.638.5397 between 8 AM and 6 PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.can-am.brp.com .

LA JOBI CRIBS
LaJobi Inc. is recalling “Molly” and “Betsy” Cribs sold nationwide from May 2000 to September 2001. The cribs have cut-outs in the end panels that can allow young children to get their heads entrapped, which can pose a strangulation hazard.
This recall involves both “Molly” and “Betsy” style wooden cribs. The end panels on the “Molly” style cribs are made of solid wood with openings on both sides. The end panels on the “Betsy” style cribs are constructed with wood slats.
Consumers should contact LaJobi at 800.266.2848 between 8:30 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday to receive replacement end panels which eliminates the hazard or visit www.Lajobi.com .

BLENDERS
Haier America Trading L.L.C. is recalling blenders sold nationwide from November 2006 to October 2009. The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.
This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. “Haier” is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.
Consumers should contact Haier America at 866.327.6147 anytime to receive a free replacement blade assembly or visit www.haieramerica.com .

Glenville: Mud Bog and Motorcycle Timed Race

Gilmer County Recreation Center and Gilmer County Volunteer Fire Department have teamed up for a 4-wheeler mud bog and motorcycle timed race fundraiser on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Recreation Center.
The event will start at 11:00 AM.
Cost per rider is $35 to be in both or $25 for one.
Riders may call 304.462.7653 or 304.266.0020 to enter.
Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each event.
The public is invited to watch for $3 admission fee per person.
Food will be provided all day.
Darrel Ramsey, Director of Gilmer County Recreation Center.