Ice Water Challenge satire and ALS fundraiser debate
Reg Henry critiques the Ice Bucket Challenge as selfie culture, praising the fundraising impact while urging restraint. He notes donors and awareness rising for ALS, laments armpit odor and stadium distractions, and declares personal preference to stay dry despite supporting the cause.
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ALS Association
Tive
Western Pennsylvania
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Association
Lou Gehrig
Yankees
Janie
Bluefield Daily Telegraph Editorial Masthead Notes
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists Randy Mooney as Publisher Samantha Perry as News Editor and Sports Editor Andy Patton as Senior Editor Brian Woodson as Assistant Managing Editor. Charles Owens quotes Proverbs 11 2 about pride and wisdom.
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Andy Patton
Brian Woodson
Charles Owens
West Virginia permits rise across Mercer McDowell Monroe counties
A West Virginia Press Association study shows a surge in concealed carry permits in Mercer McDowell and Monroe counties from 2009 to 2013 with statewide permits rising from 11 160 in 2009 to 44 981 in 2013. Local sheriffs note steady annual increases and emphasize safety training and responsible use under Castle Doctrine.
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Mercer
McDowell
Monroe
Mercer County
McDowell County
Monroe County
Don Meadows
Cpl
J.C. Long
West Virginia State Police
Princeton
Long
West Virginia
United States
Washington
Child safety seats stressed during West Virginia safety week
During Child Passenger Safety Week many WV communities host certified technicians offering free education on correct use of car seats boosters and seat belts. WV has 24 seat fitting stations with trained staff to assist.
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West Virginia
Dmvy
Dave Cook
Beckley
CheckUp Project aims to curb self-harm as Williams death prompts action
The piece describes the CheckUp Project launched Aug 11 to detect self threatening language on Twitter and link users to peer support. It cites founder Ricky Kirkendall, Morgantown company Syntropy, and plans to expand with Marshall and West Virginia universities. A Davidson LifeLine event on Aug 24 to discuss mental wellness is noted, plus local lessons from past crises.
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Robin Williams
Lois Ingland
Mental Health First Aid
Williams
Mother Theresa
Ricky Kirkendall
CheckUp
Kirkendall
Syntropy
Morgantown
U.S
Marshall University
West Virginia University
Davidson LifeLine
DLL
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Randy Mooney
Samantha Perry
W.wa
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Lynn Hennighausen
Davidson
Jocelyn
Jeanne Miller
Jaletta Albright Desmond
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