Bureaucratic errors threaten Southwest Virginia fuel aid
Betty Atkins of Falls Mills faced missed deadlines after forms were mailed to service addresses, not residents’ mailing addresses, causing rejection by the Postal Service. State Sen. Phillip Puckett and U.S. Rep. Rick Boucher intervened, extending the deadline to Dec 7 and securing heat assistance just before Christmas.
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U.S. Postal Service
Richmond
Applis
Postal Service
Betty Atkins
Falls Mills
Atkins
Virginia Department of Social Services
Phillip Puckett
Russell
U.S
Rick Boucher
D-Va
Puckett
David Larimer
Boucher
Daily Telegraph Staff Credits and Inspirational Verse
The Daily Telegraph lists Gary Adkisson as Publisher News Editor Tammie Toler as City Editor and Barbara Hawkins as Executive Editor with regional editors in Virginia and state coverage. The page ends with a biblical exhortation from I Thessalonians 5 16 19 and a closing choir-style phrase Rejoice evermore Pray without ceasing.
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Tammie
God
Christ Jesus
I Thessalonians
Legislature backs tort reform in West Virginia doctors vote
Lawmakers praise open debate on malpractice issues while approving a state run pool and market access for private insurers. The package aims to curb costly lawsuits, tighten meritless filings, and improve predictability, yet costs remain high and a lasting physician retention plan is still needed.
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West Virginia
The Humble Birth of the Taps Tune in War Lore
A letter recounts the Civil War origin of Taps. Captain Robert Ellicombe supposedly saved his Confederate son at Harrison's Landing, then chose a bugler to play a funeral dirge. The melody, born from that moment, is sung at military funerals and at 11 p.m. ceremonies.
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United States of America
Robert Ellicombe
Harrison’s Landing
Ellicombe
South
Army
Simpler times and a nostalgia for the old country church
A reflective piece laments modern social and environmental problems while praising older life. The author recalls a granddaughter gift bearing Dad Is A Classic and notes aging brings perspective. They contrast 1960s trends with today and call for balancing modern conveniences with quieter times.
The Old Country Church remembered in tough times
Jim Davidson reflects on enduring values from the era before television and automobiles. He recalls a culture centered on the country church, family life, and community service that helped shape the nation and supported wartime efforts. Davidson signs off with contact details for readers.
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