Eleanor councilwoman accused in blouse exposure at police HQ
In Eleanor Putnam County, councilwoman Marlane Carr, 68, is accused by Police Chief James Hinkle and officers Bradford Smith and Charles Woodrum of pulling up her blouse and exposing herself at headquarters on April 24. Carr, a critic of the department, says harassment complaints against the police reflect efforts to halt alleged improper practices.
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Charles Woodrum
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Byrd Addresses Constituents From Washington Office
U S Senator Robert C Byrd communicates from the 311 Hart Building Washington D C 20510 urging contact via the official office phone (202) 224 3954 and the senate website byrd senate gov for matters of state and district concerns.
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Robert C. Byrd
Hart Building
Washington, D.C
Senator
Byrd
Senate
John D Rockefeller
Hart
Rockefeller
Readers defend Tamarack's value and craft pride
A Tamarack exhibitor urges readers to see the program's benefits for rural families in Monroe County. She explains Tamarack supports making a living at home, avoids sending her son to child care, and highlights West Virginia pride, craftsmanship, and hospitality. She counters critics by sharing personal success and community impact.
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Tamarack
Monroe County
West
Letters to the editor on Tamarack asset to West Virginia
The Register-Herald invites signed letters with author address and daytime phone, under 300 words though exceptions may be made. Submissions should be sent to Beckley West Virginia, via mail, fax, or email, and letters are edited for grammar without changing intent. The writer hopes others explain why Tamarack is an asset and invites positive feedback from the paper.
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Marlinton flood tale as sand pyramids rise in Greenbrier River bend
In Pocahontas County Marlinton residents face flood threats with few relocating while some build sand pyramids eight feet high to elevate homes and a proposed library. Officials deny federal dam action and FEMA guidance. The sandpile idea risks church flooding and asks if wisdom or folly guides the plan.
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Pocahontas County
Greenbrier
Congress
FEMA
James Lee Whitt
Old Methodist
Question of the Week on Monica Lewinsky and flag laws
Readers debate the impact of Monica Lewinsky testimony on the presidency and square off over a proposed flag protection amendment. Opinions range from strong support to fierce opposition, with personal military service and civic liberty cited as core themes. Page 5A concludes with a call to continue free speech.
Powerball riches chill and the case for unearned wealth
Neale R. Clark muses on a $300 million Powerball win and the intrusive fallout from sudden wealth. He contrasts Percy Ross’s generosity philosophy with lottery fantasies, warns of envy and relatives, and argues happiness may wane after a windfall.
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