Storm Rips Appalachian Pines Leaving Gardens in Ruin
In a brutal winter storm, straight line winds uprooted and toppled hundreds of hardwoods across a mountaintop in southern West Virginia and Southwest Virginia. The writer notes SUV sized root balls, broken trunks, and downed branches transforming the landscape into a war zone as power flickers and reporters chase updates. Samantha Perry, editor of the Daily Telegraph, describes the personal impact and the shift to social media driven news gathering.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Staff Roster and Bible Verse
The document lists staff positions at Bluefield Daily Telegraph including News Editor Randy Mooney Publisher Andy Patton Sports Editor and Samantha Perry Editor Asst. Managing Editor. It also presents a Bible verse from 2 Corinthians 5 10 AKJV quoted by Charles Owens Brian Woodson.
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McDowell County Faces Sheriff Staffing Crisis Over Budget Cuts
Sheriff Martin West warns that budget cuts left one deputy on evening shifts and no weekend coverage. West Virginia State Police troopers assist when deputies are unavailable, while four former deputies moved to Mercer County due to a 10 percent county reduction and medical leaves. He advocates restoring manpower at upcoming budget hearings to protect 911 response and court duties.
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Trump’s restrained airing mark in wake of presidential making
The piece argues Trump’s first post inauguration address shows a more presidential tone addressing Congress. It notes his pledge to honor promises on defense and border walls, but questions replacements for Obamacare and the affordability of future insurance for those with pre existing conditions. Martin Schram is cited as the author.
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