Rural King opens at Mercer Mall amid regional store shifts
Charles Owens notes the Mercer Mall anchor additions including Rural King Books A Million and Hobby Lobby, amid a wave of store closures like Kmart. He remarks on toll costs, scenic routes, and local demand for new retail options in Bluefield area, hoping vacancies at Kmart, Ryan's, and Staples buildings soon fill.
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Faithful Work Emphasized in Editor's Message
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph staff notes steadfast dedication in ministry and daily labor, citing 1 Corinthians 15 58 AKJV as a guiding verse. Randy Mooney Andy Patton Samantha Perry and Charles Owens are named in association with the publication.
Mercer County Seeks More Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners
Mercer County Child Protect reports a rise in sexual assaults involving minors with 63 exams in 2016 and 84 percent under 18. Director Shiloh Woodard says three trained nurses are not enough and estimates five to six are needed. a federal grant funds the program for three more years.
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Petty squabbling harms local arts community and needs focus
A member of the local arts community condemns infighting and rumors over Summit Players' lawsuit against the Alliance for the Arts. She praises the Alliance's board diversification, Betty Brainerd's leadership, and the Bluefield Area Arts Center's growing role, urging the groups to channel energy into art and 501(c)(3) separation rather than litigation.
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Daily Telegraph invites public letters on issues
The Daily Telegraph will publish letters on matters of public interest. Letters must include signature, address and phone number. Names will not be withheld. Send opinions about public issues by email to editor bottonline com.
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Lessons to Learn Fighting AI By Bill Lyon
Bill Lyon reflects on aging and Alzheimer's using a cane named Slim as a sparring partner for his condition. He recalls ego, defiance, golf joys, family moments, and a grandson while contemplating decline and resilience.
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