Protecting wildlife leads to rabies test relief in Mercer County
Samantha Perry recounts finding a dead raccoon on the road to her home and persuading neighbors to let the Mercer County Health Department test it. The raccoon tested negative for rabies, easing fears after a tense weekend. The piece urges vaccination of pets and reporting of found animals to the health department.
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Mercer County Health Department
Mercer County
Jesus Presence Cited In Gospel Verse Quote
A newspaper clip quotes a biblical verse from John chapter twenty one, citing the lines about Jesus in the presence of his disciples. The passage emphasizes belief that Jesus is the Christ and the promise of life through his name. The document lists editor roles and names in a credits-style header.
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Christ
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City board faces dismissal decision and author’s opinion
Bluefield resident D Shawn Jackson defends the July 26 Daily Telegraph letter arguing the city board’s dismissal of City Manager Crabtree. He cites business ethics, utilitarian theory, and the need to balance progress with sacrifices, urging focus on long term stability over personal grievances.
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Town Annexation Notice Protest Letters
A West Graham area property owner voices frustration over lack of official notice about Bluefield Virginia’s proposed annexation. The writer says about 1600 residents would be affected, questions town outreach and charges, and urges respectful treatment and adult input in decisions.
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Meese
West Graham
Bluefield
West Virginia State Fair Tradition in Fairlea Awakens Memories
Jarrod Sudduth recalls the WV State Fair in Fairlea as a multi- generation tradition with livestock displays, JD tractor exhibit, corn on the cob, country ham sandwiches, and rides. He urges a visit between August 9 and 17, noting family memories, parking and gate changes, and his father’s lasting influence.
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