Computers to replace textbooks in Virginia schools
Larry Hypes notes that schools in parts of Virginia may adopt eye pads or e books for students as backpacks grow heavier with multi hundred page texts. He cites cost, tech proficiency, and existing PDF discs as indicators that laptops and downloaded textbook material could replace print volumes, with eventual lower back strain and easier home study.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Editorial Note From Publisher and Editors
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists Randy Deason as Publisher Samantha Perry as Executive Editor and Thomas Colley as Managing Editor City County Editor Charles Owens as Senior Copy Editor and Andy Patton as staff. The text also includes a biblical quotation about the coming of the Son of man.
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West Virginia county approves pest-management ordinance
Mercer County Board of Health moves pest control to the forefront to protect public health in West Virginia. The new ordinance enforces cleanup of property waste and pests with strict penalties. A reader asks if senior or disabled residents can receive cleanup help, but the paper notes county responsibility does not cover such aid. Community service is suggested as an alternative.
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Community urged to volunteer for public health drive
Citizens are urged to help neighbors lacking stamina means to care for needs. Churches civic groups schools and businesses are asked to donate time and sweat equity to a county wide preventive health effort. The push aims to show statewide that southern West Virginia communities commit to improving public health through action.
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Kindest Kid Awards Presented May 4 in Tazewell County
Letters thank supporters as 2003 Kindest Kid Towards Animals awards are presented in Tazewell County during Be Kind to Animals Week. Age group 6-10 honors Brittany Rene Scott first, Ronald Dean Thompson second, Dakota Alan Jackson third. Age 11-13 honors Andrea R Wood and Jeremiah Hart jointly first, Hayden Lyons second, Alana Osborne third. First-place winners receive savings bonds from Bank of Tazewell County BB&T and First Virginia. gift certificates from Tazewell Farm Bureau R&S Outlet McDonald’s Hardee’s. awards from Tazewell Humane Society.
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Ronald Dean Thompson
Dakota Alan Jackson
Andrea R. Wood
Jeremiah Hart
Hayden Lyons
Alana Osborne
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Comcast board discusses possible cable charges
A Bluefield Daily Telegraph letter from Bill Robinette of Westwood Health Care Center, Bluefield Va, urges lower cable charges and fewer channels. The writer argues seniors in the Comcast area would benefit from a reduced rate rather than a broad channel lineup. He asks politicians and organizations to address the issue.
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Telegraph Seeks Public Letters With Signatures
The Daily Telegraph invites letters on public issues. Manuscripts should be brief and include the writer’s signature, full address and a phone number for publication consideration. Names will not be withheld.
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Allen fights Reagan National rule and desk lore
U S Senator George Allen R VA led a successful push to strip a provision forcing more long haul flights into Reagan National. Byrd and nine colleagues occupy Truman desks in a feature noting presidential desk legends and other seats tied to past leaders. West Virginia confirms loans totaling 2 041656 to McHone Industries expanding jobs. Virginia explores prepaid traffic fines via Internet as VIPNet pilots a statewide rollout.
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