West Virginia Doctors Push Tort Reform at Insurance Meeting
Mercer County physicians pressed for immediate tax and fee reform to address malpractice insurance costs. Dr. Joe Nieto proposed a state lottery “Save Our Doctors” to help fund coverage, while Dr. David Hopper and hospital leaders urged Charleston to abolish the provider tax in a special session. Proceedings highlighted broader concerns about BRIM, Medicaid deductions, and the need to keep doctors from leaving the state.
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Baily Telegraph Staff and Editorial Leadership
The snippet lists staff roles including News Editor Tammie Toler City Editor Odessa Cecuses Samantha Perry WA State Editor Barbara Hawkins Thomas A Colley Executive Editor VA State Editor Sports Editor and Business Editor Bill Archer Teddy Paynter plus a biblical verse from John 3 36 AV.
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West Virginia Tax Appeal System Criticized as Kangaroo Court
A Charleston Regional Chamber letter denounces West Virginia’s appeals process for tax disputes as controlled by the state Tax Department since 1973. It calls for an independent board of tax appeals outside department influence, noting past Supreme Court rulings blocked de novo review and stating legislative action is needed next session to fix due process concerns.
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Wyoming East Soccer Team Impresses in Bluefield
A writer praises the Wyoming East boys soccer team after watching them play at East River Soccer Complex in Bluefield West Virginia. The team has only two years of play and is coached by Coach McKinney who is on crutches. The observer commends both coach and players for their standout performance.
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Airport security and baseball's great year across editorials
Excerpts from editorials in the United States and abroad examine airport security legislation and Major League Baseball's 2001 season. The Pioneer Press urges prompt federalized security. The State notes Bonds's 73 home runs and 180 walks as a high mark in a year of national resolve. The Times-Picayune weighs Homeland Security coordination and interagency friction.
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