Enough with the Kool-Aid phrase in America today
Reg Henry, columnist at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, laments the overuse of the Kool-Aid metaphor in political writing. He notes readers call him knucklehead, critiques the two flavored Kool-Aid accusations, and recalls origins from Jonestown and Tom Wolfe. He jokes about Sarah Palin and Horace, urging clearer disagreement.
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America
Jonestown
Jim Jones
Guyana
Tom Wolfe
Horace
Hades
Alaska
Sarah Palin
Osama bin Laden
Pearl of Great Value Sought by Merchant in Biblical Parable
A line from the Bible is quoted in this clipped newspaper page. It mentions the kingdom of heaven as a merchant seeking pearls and selling all to buy one pearl of great price. The snippet lists editors and staff names from the Bluefield Daily Telegraph.
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Kingdom of Heaven
Second Chance Rocks the Two Virginias at Mitchell Stadium
Mitchell Stadium hosts the 2013 Second Chance Rocks the Two Virginias concert on Saturday. Justin Moore Craig Campbell Shooter Jennings Clare Dunn Folk Soul Revival DJ Silver and others perform to support the Second Chance Learning Center and regional charities. Tickets start at 35 dollars gates open noon VIP area reconfigured. Proceeds fund free counseling mentoring tutoring for at risk high school students. The event draws locals and visitors for a summer tradition and boosts area hotels restaurants and shops. Ticket outlets include Second Chance Learning Center Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce and Grant’s Supermarkets.
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Mitchell Stadium
Justin Moore
Craig Campbell
Shooter Jennings
Clare Dunn
DJ Silver
Bluefields
Second Chance Learning Center
Erik Robinson
Tazewell
Billy Wagner
Eric Church
Wagner
Robinson
Greater Bluefield
Tebow and Collins deserve respect for taking a stand
A reader argues that Tebow and Collins deserve respect not as athletes but as individuals who have expressed personal beliefs. They refute the editor's comparison and highlight the courage of those who stand by their views, noting Tebow's criticism often stems from his public religious stance.
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Daily Telegraph
Ers
Brian Woodson
Tebow
Collins
Virginia
Woodson
Letters to The Daily Telegraph Opinion Page
The Daily Telegraph invites public comment via letters on matters of interest. Include signature address and phone number, and send your opinion by e mail to editor bdtonline com.
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Daily Telegraph
Readers pitch new businesses for Princeton area
A string of reader comments urges Dunkin Donuts and Sweet Frog arrival in Princeton and asks for chain stores like Home Depot Target Olive Garden and Hard to pick out. Comments stress industrial jobs and more shopping options beyond eateries, with names of preferred chains and local towns mentioned.
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Sweet Frog
Princeton
Home Depot
Target
Monica P
Sara F
Lena H . Denny’s
Tonya
Lisa
Old Navy
Suzan B
Kohl’s
TGI
Kerry L
Jennifer B
Chipotle
Zaxby’s
Lee S
Olive Garden
Red Lobster
Charlotte W
Firehouse
Champs Sports
Kevin T
Golden Corral
Hobby Lobby
Kathie
Tazewell
Sherry B
Sandy L
Maxx
Terri W
Cabela’s
Bass
Jimmy S
Kevin S
Danielle B
Rick R
Readers weigh in on new businesses for Princeton area
A public forum collects opinions listing Target, Olive Garden, Home Depot, and fast food chains along with desires for manufacturing, textiles, and industry. Residents urge higher paying jobs, better wages, and a broader mix of retailers and eateries to boost local economy.
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Crystal
Nancy B
Bluewell
Princeton
Chrissy C Trader Joe’s
Whole Foods
Michelle B
Lecia
Dave
Church's
Matthew W . Target
Michaels
Barbara G
Red Lobster
Debbie L
Heather P
Home Depot
Bev
Karen F
Linda M
Tammy
Mike H
Anessi S
Blue Coast
Einstein Bros
Debbie B
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Reg Henry
Lgrad
Pittsburgh Post-Gate
Scripps Howard News Service
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Samantha Perry
Andy Patton
Eee
Bill Archer
Charles Owens
Wagner and Robinson
NIGAL
OUR
Eros
Hee Snowden
Lisa D
Kayla M
Joe
Facebook
Toys “R” Us
Lisa B
PetSmart
Costco
Ihop Books
Monkey Joe’s
Alamo
Hot Topic
Melissa C
Denny’s
TGI Fridays
O’charley’s
Tarina A
Jimmy John
Pam M
Janett
Amy H
Robert Y
Yvette H
Popeyes
Jenni
E Popeyes
T.j.maxx
David
Barnes and Noble
Jeff G
Edith M
Richard H
Barnes and Noble and Target
Taylor W
Lisa C
Macy’s
Shan C
Kerry
Marshalls, Home Goods
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