WV youth well being improves in 2006 Kids Count report
West Virginia rose to 38th nationwide in child well being in 2006, up from 47th in 2005, the largest state jump though still facing high school dropout, poverty and teen death concerns. The report highlights early childhood care and single parent family rates while urging local officials to act. Charles Owens, Daily Telegraph city editor, notes continued challenges in southern West Virginia.
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Editorial byline list and quote from Bluefield Daily Telegraph
City editors and editors in chief are listed along with staff names. A biblical quote is included, mentioning Jesus and forgiveness as the closing fragment. The piece appears as a header section for the newspaper with attribution to editors and publisher.
McDowell County Wins Big SBA Funds for Bradshaw High School
West Virginia School Building Authority adds 4.8 million to the 68 million Big Creek Saeger High School project in Bradshaw. The plan includes grades 9 through 12 facilities and a vocational program, plus consolidation of Bradshaw and Bartley elementary schools. An extra 11 million is earmarked for Mount View Middle School in Welch, aiming to modernize education infrastructure across the county.
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West Virginia leads in end of life planning survey
The 2006 West Virginia Center for End of Life Care survey shows 39 percent of residents have a living will or medical power of attorney, nearly double other states, with 61 percent rating end of life care as good to excellent. About two thirds discussed care with a family member, and the center offers free forms online or by toll free call. The nonprofit is funded by the state and housed at West Virginia University’s health sciences center. Kathie Campbell, Director of Public Outreach, notes the aim to ensure pain control and respected treatment choices.
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The Times and the right to live in perilous times
Jay Ambrose argues that The New York Times risked public safety by publishing details of a government counterterrorism program. He attacks editor Bill Keller and Treasury Secretary Snow, claiming the paper harmed national security and aided terrorists by revealing classified information.
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