Rockefeller urges West Virginia to embrace new economy
U S Senator Jay Rockefeller calls on West Virginia to seize opportunities in the new economy to curb double-digit county unemployment and boost growth. He cites tech and low tech firms improving operations with modern tools and highlights four key areas: workforce and education, access to technology, attracting new economy companies, and entrepreneurship.
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Ralph Stanley shines at Summersville bluegrass festival
Ralph Stanley delivered a heartfelt performance at the 20th Anniversary of the Music in the Mountains Bluegrass Festival in Summersville. The legend, praised by Bob Dylan and Dwight Yoakum, spoke of preserving the old time mountain sound as rain drenched the grounds and he stood with his grandson watching the event.
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Festival Review Reflects 55 Years of Roots Music
The review covers a veteran musician's career and faith, tracing mountain roots from McClure Virginia. It notes a Primitive Baptist church upbringing without instruments, the preference for a cappella singing, and a flexible approach to please audiences while staying true to heart felt music.
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Area veterans see a renaissance of patriotism in Princeton
Local veterans frame a rising patriotism as July 4 approaches. Tony Whitlow, president of Those Who Serve Museum, cites renewed interest in veterans and World War II history sparked by Tom Brokaw. Jeremiah Murphy, a Vietnam veteran, notes more youths study war sacrifices, and veterans openly sharing memories makes the past feel real.
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Child poverty in West Virginia highlighted in series
The Daily Telegraph examines child poverty, comparing Virginia and West Virginia to national levels. It notes only modest declines over a decade of prosperity and emphasizes that many children in fragile families remain at risk. The piece profiles poverty in Four Seasons Country and stresses the impact on future outcomes.
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