Mary Ellen Griffith Receives WV Bar Foundation Grant
Mercer County community nonprofit founder Mary Ellen Griffith receives a $1000 inaugural grant from the West Virginia Bar Foundation for "an excellent organization" aiding justice administration and citizen education. The piece notes her work with Child Project and Childlaw Services in Princeton and her long volunteer service helping women and abused children. Local legislators and fair events are also described, including Interims in Beckley and Governor's Day at the West Virginia State Fair.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Publisher and editor roster listed
William Randy Deason named publisher with Samantha Perry and Tammie Toler as editors. Barbara Hawkins, Bill Archer, Thomas A Colley among executive and managing staff. Senior writer notes a biblical quote from Matthew 18 20.
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Mercer Court Sentences Woman Over Methadone Death in Drug Case
In Mercer County Circuit Court Judge John R. Frazier sentenced a woman for giving methadone to a victim, leading to death. He faulted illegal drug activity and warned against probation, citing a worsening local drug problem and the high cost to taxpayers from crime and prisons. Citizens are urged to report drug incidents and keep children informed to curb trafficking and use.
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Four Seasons
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Stand Up For A Little Boy At The Pool
A mother describes witnessing a man strike a small child at a local pool and use abusive language. She and about 15 bystanders stayed silent, prompting her to speak up for the vulnerable boy and urge others to intervene.
Washington Remains a Beautiful City Under Tight Security
Dale McFeatters laments the shift from welcoming capital to security fortress. He notes entry checkpoints around the Capitol and White House, restricted pedestrian corridors, and massive visitor centers that deter casual visitors while highlighting the city’s growing safety perimeter.
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