West Virginia Fans Edge Bowl Night Blues From Cold
West Virginia fans endure bitter cold while watching the Discover Orange Bowl and Sugar Bowl on TV. The writer laments late start times, rails at 830 pm kickoffs, and longs for sunlit Miami and warmer weather. He notes WVU’s Orange Bowl debut and the broader bowl season fatigue.
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Oklahoma State
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Hanover
Virginia
West Virginia Tax Cuts Support Economy and Reserves
Packet notes phased in tax cuts in West Virginia reducing sales, business, and corporate taxes. The plan boosts revenues, preserves reserves, avoids broad program cuts, and aids border communities near Virginia. Gov Tomblin maintains the approach amid cautious fiscal health and industry appeals.
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Giles
Letter urges support for spay neuter law in Mercer County
A reader argues for public backing of a proposed spay neuter ordinance and urges Mercer County Commission to form a citizen committee from Humane Society hunters and breeders before enacting the law. The writer notes opposing views citing the 14th Amendment and hunting dog owners rights and references online articles for and against neutering.
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Athens
Bluefield Union Mission praised by local residents
Local readers Jim and Ton Russell express appreciation for Craig Hammond and the Bluefield Union Mission, praising the organization’s good works and blessings over broader national figures. They emphasize community impact and faith in the mission's efforts.
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Ton Russell
Bluefield
Doubt Grows Over Iowa Caucus Relevance in 2012 Race
Dan K. Thomasson analyzes the fading impact of Iowa on the presidential contest. He notes volatile GOP mood swings, weak electability for Ron Paul, Romney’s uncertain Iowa footing, and a field where frontrunners struggle to win broad support. The piece questions regional primaries and urges a broader, multi-state approach.
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Mike Huckabee
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Romney
John McCain
Fred Thompson
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