Harbinger of hope amid coal industry’s decline in Appalachia
Samantha Perry writes on coal’s grip and a region facing job losses as Norfolk Southern’s Pocahontas division consolidates. She recalls family ties to mining and rail, union tensions, and a Bluefield community seeking renewal amid a national anti coal environment. A caboose symbols renewed hope as yards slow and future remains uncertain.
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Roanoke
Bluefield
Bluefield Baily Telegraph Staff Listing and Quote
The Bluefield Baily Telegraph lists Randy Mooney as Publisher and Samantha Perry as Editor with Andy Patton serving as Sports Editor. A biblical verse from Jeremiah 10 10 AKJV is quoted about the Lord as the living true God and everlasting king and the trembling nations.
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Jeremiah
Bluefield Pocahontas rail division consolidation crisis
Bluefield and Pocahontas divisions face a Norfolk Southern consolidation on February 1 moving Pocahontas to Roanoke. Bluefield jobs tied to the Pocahontas Division may be relocated or cut as the Roanoke area becomes the new Pocahontas Division. The move sparks fears of unemployment and regional economic decline tied to coal. Local leaders urge action to diversify jobs and protect remaining industry.
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Virginia
Barack Obama
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Mercer County Development Authority Board of Directors
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America
Energy Plan
MS group called family in MS support circle
A member describes a peer group for multiple sclerosis as family, noting shared experiences, varied symptoms, and mutual support. The group provides comfort during good and bad times, with monthly meetings and one on one outreach, emphasizing they are not alone in the battle.
Public letters sought by Daily Telegraph readers
The Daily Telegraph invites letters on public issues. Include signature, address, and phone number for consideration. Send opinions to editor via email at bdtonline com.
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Daily Telegraph
First Families and Fares in the White House Armchair Debate
An op-ed preview ponders future residents of the White House, contrasts Michelle Obama’s initiatives with past first ladies, and surveys potential spouses for Trump Cruz Rubio and Clinton. It notes Ann McFeathers as Tribune News Service columnist.
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Michelle
Ana Emenmies
Michelle Obama
TV News
White House
Kanye
Ludacris
Donald Trump
Melania
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Marco Rubio
Jeannette
Ann McFeathers
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