Dis and that words tied to disgruntled talk
The column riffs on the word dis and its many forms from dis( ) to discombobulated and disconcerted noting how journalists use the prefix to shape meaning. It cites Webster’s and pop culture references while urging careful language in civil discussion and mentions Daily Telegraph figures Jim Terry and Tom Bone.
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Bluefield Daily Staff Note and Prayer Passage
A Bluefield newspaper fragment lists staff roles including Randy Mooney News Editor and Andy Patton Sports Editor with editor names Brian Woodson and Samantha Perry. The text shifts to a religious confession verse, quoting a biblical Psalm.
West Virginia leaders oppose EPA carbon rules impact on energy
Governor Earl Ray Tomblin and the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection file a detailed challenge to the EPA proposed carbon emission guidelines. They warn of higher energy costs and grid instability, citing legal and technical obstacles and coal industry job impacts as the state joins the regional and industry push against the federal rule.
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Kee Dam Trash Dump Trouble Again
Kathy Wolfe, Airport Road homeowner, writes of Kee Dam area near Airport Road being allowed to be a trash dump by the county commission. She recalls a summer cleanup by a noncounty group, but the site remains littered with dead deer carcasses, furniture, carpet rolls, and general trash threatening the water source. She urges the newly elected official to advocate for Kee Dam’s water supply and thanks Bluefield Daily Telegraph for support.
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Schumer bids big government revival in midterm rethink
Martin Schram notes Senate Democrat leader Charles Schumer urged a big government approach to lift the middle class after 2014 losses in a National Press Club speech. The piece contrasts GOP fears of defunding government with Schumer’s call for quick job programs and infrastructure investment, while critiquing Obama health reform and campaign messaging.
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