Bramwell High School Closed - June 2004

Those of us who attended Bramwell High School often reflect on the great education that we received at this wonderful school. The school was rated as one of the top high schools in WV during the 1950s. Out lives have been so enriched by education provided by the school's outstanding faculty. We mourn the loss of such a historic educational institution and share the pain of all those who attended Bramwell during the 108 years that it remained open. However, our memories of this great institution are cherished and everlasting. It was truly be a sad day when the school's doors closed for the last time.

12 DEC 01 - LOCAL PRINCETON WOMAN'S OLYMPIC DREAM COMES TRUE

10 Aug 01 - BRAMWELL'S 2001 OCTOBERFEST CELEBRATION.

5 JULY 01 - VIEW OF BLUEFIELD,WV NEW RT52 BRIDGE

13 JUNE 01 - TOWN OF BRAMWELL 2001 ELECTION RESULTS

COAL BARON JENKIN JONES STORY

16 APR.00 - PRINCETON, WV-- Highway officials have told the members of the King Coal Highway Authority that the King Coal High-way from Huntington to Bluefield is going to take 10 to 20 years. This construction would also upgrade U.S. Route 52 through Bramwell, WV. See today's On-Line Bluefield Daily Telegraph for details.

15 APR.00 - WELCH ,WV -- In a historic announcement for McDowell County, West Virginia Division of Highways Commissioner Sam Beverage said Friday that the Coalfields Expressway will be advertised for construction today. When the expressway is completed, residents of McDowell County will be able to travel from Welch to Beckley in less than 30 minutes. The Coalfields Expressway will interchange with Interstate 73/74 at Indian Ridge in Welch. The construction of I-73, which is the long-awaited replacement of U.S. Route 52, is expected to begin this summer. See today's On-Line Bluefield Daily Telegraph for details.

10 APR. 00 - LOST & FOUND: -- A 1958 Bramwell High School Class Ring with initials R.M was found in Belle Haven, VA in 1964. A miracle has happened and the ring has been returned to the BHS graduate that once wore it.

10 APR. 00 - Latest Town News: A new "Antique Shop" opened in April 2000 next to the Post Office on Main Street in Historic Bramwell. The "Touch Of Glass" shop also recently opened on Historic Bramwell's Main Street. The reopening of the recently closed Corner Shop could become a reality in the near future.

Look for the April issue of the "Wonderful West Virginia Magazine" featuring "Bramwell's Resilience". When this issue is posted on the Internet it will be featured as the "Link -Of-The-Week"on this site. The April issue has been published but it is not presently on the Internet.

2 Apr 00 - Richmond,VA -- The Town of Bramwell was featured in the Richmond Times-Dispatch today as it's U.S. Focus article. The title of the article was "Millionaire mansions dot West Virginia (Bramwell - Like stepping back in time)". The story is part of the Associated Press' focus on historic towns. This information was furnished the Historic Bramwell Site by Buddy Kirby, BHS Class '54.

29 Mar 00 - FALLS MILLS, Va. -- The completion of a $10.6 million highway project and and Bowling Bridge was celebrated yesterday in Falls Mills. A moving tribute was paid to driving force behind the Route 102 improvement project - Clyde Bowling. See complete details in this mornings on-line edition of the Bluefield Daily Telegraph.

6 Feb. 00 - Look for information on Bramwell High School Alumni reunion planning on BHS ALUMNI NEWS .

23 Jan. 00 - View Historic Bramwell's recently refurbished SWINGING BRIDGE .

1 Apr.00 - ....Princeton Woman's Olympic Dream Comes True ...

1 Apr.00 - ....WV - VA YEAR - 2000 COAL SUTTLE RUN DETAILS ...

1 Feb 00- Sources report that work is continuing on the restoration project for the Bluestone High School building. Mr. Gullion reports that the Fry Roofing company should complete the roof work this week. The windows have been covered to protect the inside of the building. Paint colors chosen were the school colors of green and white . Sources report that a meeting of the Restoration Committee is planned for January. Donations to help in this restoration project are also being received by the Restoration Committee. More details concerning the RESTORATION OF BLUESTONE HIGH SCHOOL are found here. Also featured is a well known Bluestone Graduate you don't want to miss.

10 Apr. 00 - Initiatives are moving forward on bringing the new Public Water System to The Town of Bramwell. There is no information on when this water will appear in Bramwell's houses. In Dec. 99 the town residents voted 128 to 11 in favor of connecting the Bramwell Water System with the Bluewell Public Water System. The Bureau for Public Health is providing a $1.1 million loan offer to the Bluewell Public Service District to help pay the cost of taking over Town of Bramwell and Bluewell Community water systems.

There is a serious effort underway to extend the Coal Heritage Tour Train into Fayette County. The President of the Coal Heritage Board, Ken Beard is reported to be spearheading this effort. VIEW OF THE LAST TRAIN TO BRAMWELL

Bramwell Historic District Tour Information :
Around the turn of the 20th century, some 14 millionaire coal barons lived in this tiny town of Victorian and Tudor mansions. Now, Bramwell offers self-guided walking tours and prearranged group tours as well as Spring and Christmas tours of the Town's Historic Homes. Around the turn of the 20th century, some 14 millionaire coal barons lived in this tiny Historic Town of beautiful Victorian and Tudor mansions.

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