My Bible memories amid faith, family, and a school dispute
An aging personal bible sparks memories of youth and church life while recounting a current legal challenge over Bible in the Schools in Mercer County. The piece contrasts private prayer with public schooling and reflects on religion as a comforting, personal choice.
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News Editor Randy Mooney Publisher Andy Patton Sports Editor Samantha Perry Editor Asst Managing Editor Charles Owens Beian Woodson quote from Psalms 19 1 cited in text.
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McDowell County faces housing gap for local workers
County officials note 305 federal prison jobs in Welch but only 41 residents live in McDowell. More than 40 percent of McDowell Schools staff live outside the county, harming the tax base. Population fell from 22,111 in 2010 to about 19,835 in 2015 amid coal losses and the Kimball Walmart closure. Renaissance Village to offer 30 new teacher homes in Welch, with plans for more housing near workplaces.
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Do Learn Russian Amid Trump Presidency Guidance
Opinion column offers odd guidance on coping with Donald Trump becoming president. It advises language study, avoiding protests, signing up for subscriptions, and personal habits while warning against tax resistance and housing provocative plans. It includes humor about Canada, stress relief tips, and cautions about discussing politics.
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