Converter boxes vs clean water in federal stimulus debate
The author argues against spending $650 million on digital converter box coupons while gaps in public drinking water and wastewater systems persist in McDowell County and southern West Virginia. He urges prioritizing health and infrastructure projects, including four lane Route 52 work, Mercer County Health Department fixes, and Bluestone Park, over stimulus-funded converter boxes. Charles Owens, Daily Telegraph city editor.
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West Virginia
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Raleigh County
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Bluestone
Tazewell County
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Cluefield Telegraph Editors Named In Announcement
The Cluefield Telegraph assigns roles with William Randy Deason as Publisher and Samantha Perry as Managing Editor. Sports and News Editor positions are noted with Samual Deason and Samantha Perry referenced in the release. The piece includes a misquoted biblical line about loving God and neighbor.
Iran election turmoil spurs calls for U S stance
The Iran presidential vote, a likely reformist challenge, triggers protests and claims of irregularities. Seven deaths are reported as state media cites unrest amid a limited recount. Voices in the United States urge President Obama to support Iranians seeking democracy and fair process.
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Middle East
Iran
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Mir Hossein Mousavi
U.S
Obama
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John McCain
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McCain
United States
Community thanks volunteers after Ruth Harvey rescue
A family expresses deep appreciation for community support during the search and rescue of Ruth Harvey. The note credits two individuals from Julian and four troopers from the Madison State Police Detachment for saving her life and notes the community’s unselfish kindness. The Daily Telegraph will publish letters on public issues with writer contact details.
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Mercer County War Museum honors local heroes in Princeton
The Mercer County War I Museum in the Memorial building at Princeton preserves relics and stories of local servicemen and women. Former State Senator Tony Whitlow safeguards artifacts including a diorama by Sonny Goodwin, a bloodstained Japanese flag of William Sanders, photos of Ron Martin, a letter from Judge William O. Bivens, and a display on Medal of Honor recipient Junior Spurrier, plus hundreds of tales Whitlow has gathered. One poignant story features Lt. Dana White, a WWII B 17 pilot from Concord College era, who was shot down over Germany on his sixth mission and did not survive, leaving behind a future with his sweetheart.
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Sonny Goodwin
William Sanders
Ron Martin
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Junior Spurrier
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Dana White
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Concord College
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Local reflections and upcoming Wytheville hearing in Bluefield note
Whitlow preserves relic histories and the sacrifices of local heroes provoking tears. Bluefield officials plan a July 1 trip to Wytheville to protest an Appalachian Power rate hike, seeking a nearer SCC hearing. A Wytheville Community College hearing is set at 6 p.m. June 30 in Richmond, with Tazewell County opposing the increase. Shannon Johns opens Shannon's Restaurant on Cumberland Road, offering Italian cuisine and a link to local Italian heritage.
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Bluefield
Don Harris
Mike Watson
Wytheville
Appalachian Power Company
Southwest Virginia
Phillip Puckett
Anne Crockett-Starke
Dan Bowling
Virginia State Corporation Commission
Richmond
State Corporation Commission
SCC
Snyder Auditorium
Wytheville Community College
East Main Street
Tazewell County
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