Faith based volunteers aid West Virginia communities restore Oak Grove Cemetery
A West Virginia Day reflection describes YouthWorks volunteers from South Carolina helping at an Oak Grove Cemetery restoration project in Bluefield. The author notes their timely arrival energized local volunteers and underscoring volunteer service as a way of life, dating back over two decades.
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McDowell County memories and the rise of volunteers
Bill Archer recalls decades in southern West Virginia reporting on chronic unemployment and resilient communities. He notes a shift from mining era images to a new volunteer-driven effort, sparked by floods and renewed broadband projects, as CMU students pursue connectivity and local volunteers apply diverse talents for positive change.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Staff Roles Listed
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph announces its leadership team with William Randy Deason as Publisher Thomas Colley as Executive Editor and Samantha Perry as Managing Editor The senior editorial staff includes Bill Archer Senior Copy Editor Barbara Hawkins and Andy Patton in the roles of Senior Editor and Lifestyles Editor The motto quoted emphasizes faith as guidance and strength.
Pension Bond Amendment drives WV vote this Saturday
West Virginia voters decide on June 25 whether to authorize a constitutional amendment to refinance public employee pensions. The plan, backed by Gov. Manchin and the Legislature, would allow up to 5.5 billion in bonds to fund a fixed 30 year payment schedule of about 350 million annually, with no tax increase and safeguards against new unfunded benefits. The plan aims to save at least 1.5 billion over 30 years and is backed by the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce.
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Social Security Reform Debate From a WV Letter
Barry S Duncan of Princeton WV denounces proposed Social Security realignment into personal investment accounts. He argues the current system works, warns against cutting Medicare and Medicaid, and questions billions spent overseas while urging a nationwide vote on such policy. He cites wage politics and fiscal greed.
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Enlightened self interest lesson at Lions Club meeting
Tail Twister duties spark positive tone with a nun gas story that amused members. The talk shifts to balance life and fun, then to Dr Ken McFarland cassette on Enlightened Self-Interest. Kernels center on knowing being and serving as keys to success per Jim Davidson.
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