Titanic still rises and sinks in Christmas nostalgia
Charles Owens recalls watching Titanic on Christmas Day 1997 with his family. The big boat tale drew packed theaters, sparked mixed feelings, and later became a surprising you had to see it moment. He notes 2011 box office hopes and 2012 3D re release plans amid ongoing debate about the film.
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Anawalt
Bluefield
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Lisa
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007
Local Gazette Names Editorial Staff and Quote
Bluefield Baily Telegraph lists Darryl Hudson as Publisher Samantha Perry as Editor Vods Patten as senior Editor Brian Wowedsorn as County boiler Bull Archer and Charles Owens present a Lincoln era quote about the word of God being quick and powerful and discerning thoughts and intents of the heart.
Reconnecting McDowell County Forms Public Private Coalition
A broad alliance of educators lawmakers judicial officials and private groups supports McDowell County addressing student needs health care counseling infrastructure and broadband. The Covenant of Commitment aims for high standards curriculum enhanced services and targeted recruitment while tackling county wide issues to improve child well being with plans to start early next year.
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Tee Nec Yraeee
Gayle Manchin
West Virginia
State Board of Education
First
McDowell County
Bradshaw Elementary
Geo Bark Ray Tomblin
Manchin
Jim Brown
Welch
Daily Telegraph
Charleston
McDowell
God in control: a Christmas message from Delores Weese
Delores Weese writes from Princeton urging belief in God amid public debate, noting atheists cry out at death, urging readers to invite God into life as the nation faces uncertainty. She signs off with blessings and Merry Christmas, mentioning The Daily Telegraph’s policy on publication of letters with signature address and phone.
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CSU
Daily Telegraph
In defense of a Facebook generation and Little Jimmie
The column argues social media, led by Facebook, reshapes contact and culture. It cites real world uses from locating missing people to raising funds for Virginia Tech families, noting how online networks aid communication, crime solving, and community actions while acknowledging the value of handwritten notes.
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Pearl Harbor Veterans
Facebook
Crouse
Virginia Tech
Little Jimmy
CSA
EDT
Bluefield
Holiday reflections on letters, trains, and Little Jimmy
A nostalgic reminiscence on holiday scenes from past times, noting how letters, passenger trains, and community events shaped Christmas memories. The piece praises Little Jimmy donations and urges modernizing fundraising via online platforms and social networks to widen support.
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Little Jimmy
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