Appalachian coalfields health crisis calls for action
Frank Kilgore, founder of the University of Appalachia, argues that Central Appalachia faces pervasive chronic health problems driven by lifestyle and poverty. He urges early education, preventive care, and targeted programs to reduce tobacco use, obesity, and substance abuse, urging decisive action rather than more studies.
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Time Magazine
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New York Times Magazine
Appalachia
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C Young
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University of Appalachia
Appalachian
Local News Staff and Editors Listed in Telegraph Staff
The Cluefield Baily Telegraph announces its staff roster with William Randy Deason as Publisher and News Editor Samantha Perry joined by Andy Patton and JBuan Woodaon Thomas as executive and managing editors. Thomas A Colley serves as City Editor Bill Archer and Charles Owens also listed. The paper notes a biblical verse in the closing line.
Eight Belles Triumphs and Tragedy at Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs featured Eight Belles in the No 2 spot alongside Big Brown. After a bold finish she collapsed and was euthanized due to front ankle fractures. Reactions focus on track safety and horse racing practices with PETA urging rules changes.
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Churchill Downs
Big Brown
Larry Bramlage
USA Today
Bramlage
Belles
Larry Jones
PETA
People For the Ethical Treatment of
Gabriel Saez
Preserve WPA Fireplace at Mitchell Stadium
Elizabeth Crabtree of Bluefield WV appeals to the City Board to review Mitchell Stadium remodeling plans that call for demolishing a 72 year old WPA built stone fireplace. She argues for saving history while allowing sports facility improvements, citing community pride and lessons from history.
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WPA
Virginia and West Virginia election notes and grant news
Virginia votes today as Bluefield and other towns elect mayors and council members while West Virginia reports a $5 million seat belt grant to Governor Manchin and the state's safety program. The piece notes candidates and the absence of presidential replies from Obama Clinton and McCain.
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Virginia
Bluefield
James H
Jimmy” Jones
Don R. Harris
Charles Edward Presley Jr
Donald Scott Linkous
Angus Trigg Jr
Cedar Bluff
Pocahontas
Richlands
Tazewell
Obama
Clinton
McCain
Barack Obama
Darcy
San Francisco
West
Public Service Week tribute and local notices from Bluefield
Wilson Butt salutes public employees for daily service under tough conditions during storms emergencies and previews endorsements from state groups. Joshua Trautmann earns Bluefield College honors plans study in Richmond with his wife and two sons.
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Joshua Trautmann
Bluefield College
Joshua
Union Theological Seminary
Richmond
Missy
Nate
Gabe
Bluefield
Texas Boots
Billy Graham
Josh
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Bluefield, WV
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Virginia Municipal Elections Today
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West Virginia
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Spike” Maynard
Margaret Workman
John Pat Fanning
Donald T. Caruth
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Mike” Davis
Bruce Williams
Marshall C. Long
Gerald L. Crosier
West Virginia Citizens Defense League
Beth Walker
Daniel Hall
Harold Wolfe, III
Marshall Long
Mike Porter
West Virginia Education Association
Joe Delong
West Virginia Business & Industry Council
John Shott
West Virginia Hospital
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