Bluefield, in Macer County in West Virginia, was settled by two familes, the aileys and the Davidsons, along the banks of the Bluestone River in the 1700s. The city was believed to have been named in recognition of the chicory flowers in and around the area.
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BAT is a bus service that serves Mercer and McDowell counties with routes into Bluefield, Princeton, Athens and Welch. Its schedules, route maps, policies, and fares are described, along with contact data.
http://www.ridethebatbus.com/
The Internet edition of a print newspaper based in Bluefield, West Virginia presents local and statewide news, sports stories, opinion, obituaries, and other features. The full edition of the print newspaper is also available online, along with subscription and advertising information.
http://bdtonline.com/
Provides general and governmental information about the city of Bluefield. Offers access to city council activities and services. Includes community maps, events calendar, city news and public notices.
http://www.cityofbluefield.com/
Established in 1995 in a circa 1904 home in Bluefield, West Virginia, the history and location of this bed and breakfast guest lodging facility is presented, including a photographic tour of the facilities, and online reservation feature.
http://www.dianlee.com/
Econo Lodge Near Bluefield College
Offers details about rooms, guest services, and amenities at this Bluefield hotel. Prospective guests can view photographs, check room availability, reserve a room, or make changes to a reservation.
http://www.econolodge.com/hotel-bluefield-west_virginia-WV025
Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce
Provides chamber information and details on all businesses serving the residents and visitors of Bluefield. Includes membership information, calendar of events, chamber activities, resources and community profile.
http://www.bluefieldchamber.com/
The Mercer County Airport is the home airport to Bluefield and Princeton, West Virginia. A profile of the facilities are provided, including its location, aviation services, commercial services, and local information.
http://www.flybluefield.com/
Mercer Funeral Home & Crematory
This family owned, independent business serves southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia from its facility in Bluefield, West Virginia. Its facilities and staff are introduced, and information is provided on pre-arrangements for funeral or cremation services, caskets, cremation, death benefits, and grief resources. Obituaries are also featured.
http://www.mercerfuneralhome.com/
The SBB was established in 1936 to finance, construct, operate and maintain a sewage system in designated areas of Tazewell County, Virginia and Mercer County, West Virginia in and around the City of Bluefield, West Virginia. Its mission and projects are defined, along with its office hours and contact data.
http://www.bluefieldsanitary.org/