Raleigh County May Lose School to Work Coordinator
Raleigh County faces potential loss of the School to Work coordinator Linda Daniel as 30 jobs await funding decisions tied to student population and the school aid formula. Superintendent Dwight Dials says Step 7 funds could restore the post if dollars are allocated, with the program expected to improve academics, job skills, and reduce welfare reliance.
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Byrd and Helms agree on U N dues stance in U N reform clash
Senate allies Byrd and Helms condemn U S arrearages to the United Nations arguing Washington bears most UN policing costs. They urge debt forgiveness or U N membership on gratis terms, suggesting U S withdrawal if dues remain.
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Morality and safety in a troubled era
A reader advocates returning to high moral standards and parental responsibility while noting modern violence in schools. He cites Arkansas and Paducah incidents, urges proactive reporting of threats, seeking help, and strong community action to protect children.
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Contact details for The Register-Herald readers
Readers are instructed to send letters to The Register-Herald at P O Drawer Beckley West Virginia 25802 or to fax at 304 255 4427. Email is news at register-herald com.
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White House spins through Willey letters controversy
The White House claims no subpoenaed Willey letters exist while media reports show 15 Willey letters and 5 from Clinton. Paula Jones’ lawyers call it mendacity as Clinton aides used the letters to humiliate Willey. critics say the White House employs stonewall stall and spin.
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Editorial contact line for Editor R Shawn Lewis
An editorial page note provides contact details for editor R Shawn Lewis including an email and phone number for reader correspondence and submissions.
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Summers County residents decry leadership and housing issues
A reader from Summers County laments lack of leadership and high official salaries. They criticize tourism over industry, fear HUD ghetto conditions on Park Street Oak Hill, urge city council cleanup, and discuss block scheduling for Woodrow Wilson Band while noting district renters and real estate pressures.
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Deputy Sheriffs Patrolling Byrd Drive Noted Expressway Risk
A reader thanks deputy sheriffs for patrolling Robert C. Byrd Drive calling it an expressway and expresses fear about driving on it, ending with celebratory phrases.
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Robert C. Byrd Drive
Editorial sparks debate on police driving habits in Summers County
A reader argues for police officer training to improve traffic law compliance, cites frequent tailgating and lane switching without signals observed locally, and criticizes R. Shawn Lewis for editorializing about Summers County elementary art positions while noting Raleigh County does not employ elementary art teachers.
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Block scheduling praised for Woodrow Wilson High School students
A reader lauds block scheduling at Woodrow Wilson High School for boosting eight credits per year with fewer teachers and assignments. The note also praises attentive Wal Martins clerk Debra and contests calls to reintroduce prayer and corporal punishment in schools. The writer urges reforms in youth sports and local governance.
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