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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 2005
Page
4
Tom Colley recalls when at age 12 he killed his first rabbit by accident then confessed to his mother. Her forgiving, proud response taught him personal integrity and the true meaning of character. The piece links memory, culture, and timeless life lessons shared during Christmas reflections.
The document lists staff positions at the Bluefield Daily Telegraph including William Randy Deason as Publisher News Editor and Senior Editor Samantha Perry with Andy Patton Brian Woodson Barbara Hawkins Thomas A Colley as Executive and Managing Editors Bill Archer Charles Owens Allen Roberts as Senior Editors City Editor and Senior Copy Editor. A Bible verse from Philippians 4 12 13 AV is included.
A child Virginia asks if Santa exists. The Sun declares Yes Virginia there is a Santa Claus, arguing faith wonder and generosity outlast skepticism. The editorial extols belief and childhood joy, concluding with Christmas wishes.
Delegate Mike Porter of Mercer County critiques West Virginia Turnpike toll increases from 7.50 to 12 for round trips and a larger rise for haulers, arguing small businesses face higher costs amid state taxes. Now with a year’s experience, Porter plans to push his voice in the 2006 session.
Barbara Hawkins reports that Mercer County residents push back against a toll increase linked to a Beckley area interchange project. The piece notes lawmakers may have approved fees via tolls without clearly spelling the increase, with opposition from Senators Don Caruth Jesse Guills and others. Hawkins urges local strategy when legislature reconvenes.
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