Courage of a Young African American Student at Oakvale School
Charles Boothe recalls a 1960s scene at Oakvale School where the first African American student faced silence and curiosity from peers. He reflects on his own prejudice, the forced integration era, and how that girl’s courage shaped his view on empathy, courage, and moving beyond bias.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Staff Roster and Quote
News Editor Randy Mooney Publisher Samantha Perry Editor and Andy Patton Assistant Managing Editor Charles Owens Sports Editor George Thwaites quotes a biblical verse about human frailty.
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Free two day COVID-19 testing arrives in McDowell County
About 404 residents lined up for free testing at Bluefield State College last month. Now McDowell County residents may be tested 9am to 4pm at Tug River Health Clinic Gary and Keystone City Hall Keystone. Tests free for uninsured and asymptomatic individuals with ID. minors require guardian. Local officials coordinate the effort with Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs and state health agencies.
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Letters warn against blind devotion to political figures
Donald Ziegler of Bluefield urges skepticism toward officeholders and asks readers to question claims, verify with diverse sources, and hold politicians accountable, stressing that leaders are employees and the nation faces dangerous times from both rivals and disease.
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FBI Russia probe worsens as Rosenstein testimony reveals flaws
Rosenstein testified to the Senate Judiciary Committee that key irregularities and omitted facts were hidden from him when signing the Carter Page surveillance warrant. He acknowledged flaws in Mueller's memo and questioned the dossier's reliability, noting exculpatory information was not shared with him or the public.
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