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Prestonsburg Smoking Ban Takes Effect  

Jump to full article: WSAZ NewsChannel 3 (Huntington, WV), 2009-11-03

Intro:

If you want to smoke in Prestonsburg, you'll have to do it outside or at home.

Monday was the first business day since the smoking ban started.

Most supporters say it is a health issue, but others say their rights are being violated.

Harold Burchell smoked for 18 years. He gave up the habit, and is glad Prestonsburg restaurants are now smoke-free.

"I do believe people have a right to smoke, that would be their choice. However, I also understand the medical problems caused by smoking," Burchell said.

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