Coalfields Expressway progress sparks online debate in McDowell County
Charles Owens reports on reader reactions to the first 3.9 miles of the Coalfields Expressway, including 1.4 miles in McDowell County, and the broader debate over funding, timelines, and economic impact as officials push ahead despite delays. The piece notes varied opinions and emphasizes that completion will take years with federal and state funding as a key obstacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McDowell County
Welch
Sophia
John Nash
Bluefield
Robert C. Byrd
Daily Telegraph News Editor Closure and Editorial Changes
News editor Tammie Toler departs City Bureau with Samantha Perry named West Virginia State Editor to oversee WV coverage. Barbara Hawkins Colley remains executive editor as the staff cites a vow to speed mercy and joy in newsroom tenure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tammie Toler
Samantha Perry
Barbara Hawkins
Wrong place for budget cuts at SVCC sparks concern
Virginia residents fear proposed state budget reductions could devastate Southwest Virginia Community College. The plan may force loss of 10 full time jobs, 20 adjuncts, and seven part time positions, with tuition rises possible and fewer courses. SVCC President Dr. Charles King plans lobbying trips to Richmond to save funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Richmond
Southwest Virginia Community College
Pentagon
SWCC
Charles King
West Virginia Leads In Education Reform Stance
WV purports ahead of national push on No Child Left Behind standards. West Virginia already tests students in reading math science and social studies and plans state tailored assessments to align with curriculum. Federal funding assists offset the cost of a new assessment program and reporting while promising progress toward grade level reading and math benchmarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bush
Congress
President Bush
State Board of Education
State Board
West Virginia
Do You Believe In Luck A Personal Viewpoint
A speaker explores the concept of luck, quoting Webster on fortune and sharing a personal stance. The piece argues not to rely on luck for business or family, accepting good fortune when it comes but treating it as secondary to effort and planning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omeone
Mr. Webster
Making your own luck through wise choices and planning
Jim Davidson urges investing in real estate or Treasury Bills rather than gambling on lottery odds. He explains luck as Labor Under Correct Knowledge and stresses preparation meeting opportunity. Davidson promotes self reliance, shares his contact in Conway Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Also Mentioned on This Page
Owens
Charles Owens
The
Daily Telegraph
Charles
Thomas A. Colley
Gary
Bill Archer
Teddy Paynter
Jody Neal
SVCC
Commonwealth
King
General Assembly
Mark Warner
Jim Davidson
Bentley Drive
Conway
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!