Christmas calm after false alarm fuels small town relief
Greg Jordan reports on a locally misread fire call that turned out to be a camper destruction near Locust Street, no injuries or fatalities, Christmas sentiment lifts as neighbors aid, and the writer notes easing holiday stress while preparing for family events and celebrations.
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Locust Street
Mercer 911
East River
B.K
Bluefield
Salvation Army
Bluefield Union Mission
Rogers Street
Daily Telegraph Staff and Editorial Names
Publication staff listings include Gary Adkisson as Publisher News Editor and City Editor, Tammie Toler, Perry Barbara Hawkins Thomas A. Colley as Executive Editor, and various state, sports, and business editors. A biblical verse from 2 Thessalonians is quoted in the text.
Byrd Leads Push For Funding Of West Virginia Highways
U S Senator Robert Byrd and Representative Nick Rahall announce continued federal support for the King Coal Highway and the Coalfields Expressway. Funding totals reach 82.69 million for the Expressway and 43.8 million for the King Coal Highway over the past decade with more hoped for. The projects aim to boost regional economy and safety while connecting coalfield communities to broader commerce and heritage. Construction visible on Interstate 73/74 segment near Bluefield and progression of the McDowell County Coalfields Expressway, with the first 1.4 miles due to be paved in February. Byrd and Rahall pledge ongoing federal backing.
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U.S
Robert C. Byrd
D-W.va
Byrd
Nick Rahall
West Virginia
Tion
John Nash
Bluefield
McDowell County
Byrd and
Rahall
Letters and concerns on liberty and justice in society
A Telegraph letter from Edith Bell Pittsburgh Pa compares history’s rise of tyranny to current political dissent suppression and urges open public discussion to protect freedoms. The writer warns against labeling dissenters and highlights dangers of fear and persecution. The author also critiques punitive justice and racial disparities in drug laws, mentioning Dr Frank Sutherland and arguing for equitable sentencing and mercy.
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Frank Sutherland
Telegraph
Tazewell County School Board member defends closings study
Robert Steele urges patience as he addresses questions about the districts education policies and the ongoing feasibility study. He emphasizes board duties, not single official decisions, and opposes closing Pocahontas High School citing community impact. He invites public input and expresses commitment to local students and staff.
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Robert Steele
Tazewell County
Hodock
Pocahontas High School
Pocahontas
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Ee Bill Archer
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Vo Jody Neal
Satan
Thessalonians
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Germany
Wie
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Edith Bell
Pittsburgh
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Marion
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