Remembering Bill and Stubby A Daily Telegraph tribute
Brian Woodson reflects on Bill Glover and Stubby Currence, pioneers of the Daily Telegraph sports desk, their legacies and the challenge of filling big shoes. He recalls retirement events, shared football trips, and a longing for common sense in politics while noting Beamer Ball and local sports loyalties.
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Daily Telegraph
Bill
Good Life
Snow
Stubby Currence
The
Stubby
Justin Fuente
Frank Beamer
Virginia Tech
Beamer
Steelers
Mountaineers
Pirates
Florida
Louisville
Kentucky
Vonda
Sneezer
Common Sense Party
Aily Telegraph
Bill Archer
Sara C
Clerical Quote Shocks Cluefield Daily Telegraph Staff
News editor Randy Mooney and publisher Samantha Perry are cited in a terse exchange quoted from a public statement. The remark invokes a biblical line about listening to authority and defiance since youth, suggesting internal newsroom tensions.
Mercer County to launch online GIS mapping for business tourism
Mercer County plans an online geographic information system to show land ownership, streams, hydrants and utilities, aiding future economic development and tourism. Officials say the digital map will help attract new businesses and support the Hatfield McCoy Trail region, with the system expected online soon.
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Mercer County
Sharon Gearheart
Bluewell
ATV
Gearheart
Daily Telegraph
Mercer County Development Authority
Janet Bailey
Bailey
Hatfield-McCoy
Reforming Islam and the peace debate in America
A reader argues for learning from Muslims directly rather than sources, questions reform of Islam amid violent verses, cites Zahdi Jasser, and defends First Amendment immigration views. The letter critiques ISIS linkage, calls for constitutional safeguards, and urges universal forgiveness while cautioning against oppressive theocratic readings.
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Islam Society
Appalachian
Isis
Zahdi Jasser
Dr. Jasser
Trump
Jenkins urges WV schools to limit duplicative programs
U.S. Representative Evan Jenkins urges West Virginia University Concord and Bluefield State to honor an agreement preventing duplicate course offerings. The proposal aims to curb overlap among the colleges rather than discuss program costs for in state students. The Charleston committee on Sets withers de te affect and votes by Republicans are noted.
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U.S
Evan Jenkins
Rw.va
WVU
Concord
Bluefield State
Samuel
Charleston
Community comments on storms and local issues in Bluefield area
Readers weigh in on Gov. Tomblin’s emergency snow plan and regional weather, with concerns about costs of insurance, store closings, and preparations. They urge readiness with kerosene, water, batteries, canned goods, baby supplies, and backup heat while noting Bluefield and Princeton impacts.
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Bluefield
Princeton
Jay B
Heather M
Pam J
Shannon G
Melissa * Sak
Tina S
R.W
Buzzy” Wilkinson
Mr. Wilkinson
Lisa
Buzzy
Rita
Jim S
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Aenetice
Kmart
Chrissy
Norfolk Southern
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