Religious rights clash with gay wedding case in court
James H. Smokey Shott argues that First Amendment protections should allow religious merchants to refuse service for same sex weddings, contending that discrimination is a personal choice and that finding another provider suffices. He cautions courts to avoid overriding religious freedom in favor of equal treatment claims.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Masthead Details
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists staff positions with News Editor Randy Mooney Publisher Andy Patton Sports Editor Samantha Perry Editor Asst Managing Editor Charles Owens and Brian Woodson as part of the newsroom leadership.
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Special ops training taps Bluefield region for covert exercises
U S military special operations teams used Bluefield and nearby areas for covert drills in a series of exercises over the past four months. Local officials say $30,000 to $70,000 in federal funds have already flowed into the economy, with inns and hotels reportedly full as more trainings are planned for February May June and July next year.
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Letters to the Editor policy and contact details
The Daily Telegraph invites letters on public interest issues and requires the writer to include signature, address and phone number for publication. Submissions may be sent by mail to P O Box 1599 Bluefield West Virginia 24701 by email to editor bdtonline com or by signed fax to 304 327 6179.
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Guns and Congress face fallout over concealed carry push
Dan Thomasson argues Congress ignores mass shooting realities as efforts to expand concealed carry advance. He cites Las Vegas and Sutherland Springs, notes 90 percent favor stricter background checks, calls for reform via Supreme Court action or constitutional amendment, and criticizes Capitol Hill and White House for inaction.
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