Gun rights surge after Supreme Court gun ruling across states
Samantha Perry reports on responses to the ruling overturning a Washington DC gun ban. Protests and lawsuits emerge in Chicago and California while supporters in Texas and the two Virginias praise the decision. West Virginia locals reflect on gun safety, NRA training, and personal protection, noting responsible use and opposition to blanket bans.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Names New Publisher Editorial Staff
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph announces William Randy Deason as Publisher with Thomas A Colley serving as Executive Editor and Samantha Perry as Managing Editor. The piece notes biblical verse cited in a dedication context.
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DMV Penalizes In Person DMV Visits Across Southwest Virginia
The DMV imposes a $5 fee penalty on seniors and low income residents who renew vehicle registrations in person, while online renewal offers a $1 discount. Critics argue the policy targets rural seniors without reliable broadband, urging continued in person service at local offices and DMV select offices.
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Letters about gas prices and highway repairs in West Virginia
Kenneth Hylton Sr of Princeton asks why Route 20 pot holes near Glenwood Green Valley and Mercer Mall remain unrepaired despite long-standing signs and higher fuel taxes. He urges WV Department of Highways to explain delays and criticizes highway spending, blaming broader national policy.
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Bramwell Street Fair revival set for July 5 in Bramwell
Bramwell resumes its popular street fair with noon to dusk festivities on Saturday July 5. Mayor Lou Stoker touts food, fun, and entertainment from Starlite Express and local acts including Rachel Cook and Kaye Bevins. Highlights include a Miss Millionaire contest, a car show with trophies and an ugly truck prize, pony rides, Bingo, and plans for a new playground funded by the event. Contacts: BVFD chair Joe Miller at 248-7114. town office 248-7114 10am to 2pm. Additional July 3 music show on Peeled Chestnut Mountain with fireworks is planned.
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Pocahontas Fourth Celebrations and Local Highlights
Community plans for Independence Day include a parade at 7 30 p m a street dance at the town park and a fireworks show in Pocahontas The Pocahontas Exhibition Coal Mine and Museum invites visitors on the 4th from 10 a m to 5 p m featuring the 13 ft No 3 seam of Original Pocahontas Coal a National Historic Landmark The Bramwell Street Fair brings music stars and local talent Dwight Hill Shinbrier connections and a note on public figures Rahall Boucher and local development rumors in Princeton Plus a tribute to Janie Light and a mention of retiring official Wilson Butt.
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Nashville
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