CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) - A public memorial for the 29 victims of the worst coal mine disaster in 40 years is scheduled for this weekend in Beckley.
Gov. Joe Manchin announced Monday that a memorial will be held Sunday at the Raleigh County Convention Center.
The event will feature musical performances, prayers, tributes and remarks from clergy and Manchin.
The 29 died April 5 when an explosion ripped through Massey Energy's Upper Big Branch mine. The cause of the blast is under investigation, but officials believe it was caused by methane.
Manchin says Sunday's memorial is a chance for the state to pay its respects to those who were killed and the two miners who were injured.
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