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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 30, 2000

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Ordinary people who did extraordinary things remembered

Lt Col Edward Kornish urged readiness against future conflict at Memorial Day services in Bluefield. The 35th Civil Support Team commander warned federal budget cuts threaten U S military strength while highlighting the sacrifice of service members, including those missing in action, as ordinary people who did extraordinary things.

Princeton Derek Swope Memorial Building Luefield United States Edward Kornish Kornish Bosnia 35Th West Virginia Army National Guard Chicory Square Bluefield Riley-West Post No. 9 American Legion McDowell County Edward J. Kornish West Virginia National Guard Military Police Corps

Mountain Festival in Bluefield draws thousands despite rain

The 2000 Comcast Mountain Festival in Bluefield wrapped up Monday with heavy attendance despite a few rain showers. Organizers led by Davis Jarrell reported strong crowds, noting three lively nights of jazz, gospel, and a beach party. A planned helicopter ride was canceled due to weather in Charleston, with organizers considering it for next year. One attendee traveled three hours to see Tony Gore, underscoring the event’s broad appeal.

Bluefield Davis Jarrell Jarrell Charleston Sharon Borich Davis Tony Gore

Why Bedford? Nation’s D-Day Memorial Honors Bedford Fallen

Bedford Virginia rises on a hill to honor 23 local sons among 6,603 Americans who died on D-Day. On Memorial Day a 4000-strong crowd witnessed a statue unveiling as locals recall telegrams, fear, and a town shaped by a brutal war toll. The memorial’s location reflects Bedford’s record per capita losses and Eisenhower’s direct choice for Omaha Beach’s fiercest assault.

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