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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 2002
Page
4
Samantha Perry argues that showboating from athletes erodes sportsmanship and would harm the economy if mirrored in other jobs. She cites pre season antics, Little League lessons, and calls for coaches to enforce behavior while noting fans’ role in sustaining ego-driven celebrations.
State editor notes Samantha Perry Adkisson becomes publisher alongside executive editor Thomas A Colley and state editor Baily Telegraph staff. Psalm verse cited as praise and protection.
CBS plans a year long reality experiment relocating a multi generational Appalachian family to a Beverly Hills mansion to film their adaptation to wealth. Critics decry the concept as elitist and exploitative, risking public embarrassment for ratings with potential regional stereotypes.
A reader defends position on Elkhorn Creek dredging in McDowell County, clarifies flood damage from July 8, 2001 and May 2, 2002, and denies accusations about Trout Unlimited affiliation. The letter urges retraction of editorial misstatements and notes Corps of Engineers flood-prone house buyout efforts and TU chapter donations.
The 49th Miss Mercer County Scholarship Pageant was held August 17 at Bluefield High School. Six contestants represented Mercer County with Jessica Holley of Beckley crowned Miss Mercer County 2003, Amanda Martin as first runner up, and Cheri Johnson as second runner up.
Leigh Farmer led contestants and performed talent for Miss Mercer County 2002. Bluefield High School hosted at Mary Ruth Bartlett auditorium with support from Principal Joe Turner. Donations sought for the Performing Arts Center. Jaycees sponsored the event and volunteers praised.
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