Apollo 8 50th anniversary recalls first lunar orbit
CAPE CANAVERAL Fla AP Fifty years ago on Christmas Eve Apollo 8 astronauts Frank Borman Jim Lovell and Bill Anders read from Genesis while orbiting the moon. The mission a risky four month rush to beat the Soviets paved the way for Apollo 11 and the Earthrise photo.
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Four enter mine for copper theft amid rescue effort
Survivors recount the December mine incident where four youths entered a mine seeking copper. Eyewitness Suman describes a burn circle and copper wiring remains near the entrance. The group was rescued December 12 by responders. investigations continue into why the others entered the mine and the outcomes for all four.
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Bluefield State President Krotseng resigns amid campus criticism
In a year marked by controversy and declining enrollment, Bluefield State College announces the resignation of President Krotseng. Special advisor Krotseng will remain in the president's house until contract end while board leader Moore and new chair Cole pledge reform, stronger community ties, and enhanced fundraising and housing programs to stabilize the college.
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