Stephen Jones to lead Bob Jones University first non Jones founder
COLUMBIA S C AP Stephen Jones the great grandson of founder Bob Jones will be inaugurated as president of Bob Jones University marking the first 78 year period without a leader named Bob Jones. The 65 year old retiree Bob Jones steps down as president to become chancellor while Stephen reads the campus values and aims to maintain the founder’s vision amid questions of change.
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Daughter donates kidney to mother in Martinsburg
Miranda Ball aged 25 volunteers a kidney for her diabetic mother Robin Boyer, 50, to treat failing transplanted kidneys and diabetes. The surgery at Inova Fairfax Hospital aims to help Boyer regain energy and independence while Ball faces six weeks out of work and dietary changes.
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Duct tape prom couple aims for top tape award
Krista Monk and Corey Davis of PSHS created Phantom of the Opera themed duct tape prom outfits and hoped for strong crowds and jaws to drop at prom. They entered the Duck Tape Club contest with online voting June 17 to 26 and encouraged votes at the Duck Tape Club site.
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PSHS
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Honaker
Kim Lively
West Virginia
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Adria Hairston
Ahairston
Bottonline
Grandfatherly drug dealer tied to OxyContin ring
Williams, a 74 year old described as a cautious, well connected dealer, faced sentencing for distributing OxyContin. Prosecutor Lee said he ran a steady, sizeable operation with regular customers and no addiction. The case, investigated by local narcotics and sheriff’s offices, underscored age as not stopping involvement in drug distribution. Williams has been jailed since April 29, 2004, with credit for time served.
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Henry Vanover
Tazewell County
Sheriff launches litter prevention drive across county roads
Mercer County sheriff's department begins an enforcement initiative to stop litter from trucks on primary and secondary roadways near the county landfill. Volunteers, highway crews, and offenders serving community service remove trash as regional spring cleaning efforts continue in Bluefield and nearby areas. Contact Charles Owens.
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Water Quality Award Highlights Public Health Efforts
The award honors water systems showing excellence in treatment and distribution of drinking water. Gerald W. Peaks, director of the Office of Drinking Water, praised the professionals for protecting public health and displaying dedication and technical expertise.
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Charles Owens
Cowens
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