Weekly snapshots of West Virginia labor and policy debates
The piece surveys West Virginia labor issues touching mountaintop removal mining, golf in state parks proposed by John Rader, and Bill Vieweg’s reform efforts for the Workers’ Compensation Fund. It notes Cecil Roberts’ past stance, praises golf tourism potential, and cites Rep. Bob Wise on President Clinton’s grand jury appearance.
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Charleston Daily Mail
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Cabin Creek
Division of Natural Resources
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Cacapon
Morgan County
Canaan Valley
Tucker County
Twin Falls
Wyoming County
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Mercer
Summers
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Myrtle Beach
S.C
Bill Vieweg
Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Camp Performance Council
Chris Jarrett
Charleston Gazette
Clinton
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Bob Wise
West Virginia Voices on Land Use and Tourism
A reader letter condemns extensive coal and gas extraction in West Virginia. It argues that mountaintop removal and mining destroy land, streams, and ecosystems while offering few lasting benefits to local citizens. The piece urges prioritizing preserving the mountains and valleys over outside resource exploitation for short term jobs.
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Residents vow Cunard not to be bogged by Fayetteville raid
A Cunard resident criticizes a Fayette County housing raid as mischaracterized and urges readers to question Commission President John Witt's remarks. The letter defends local identity, notes ongoing traffic from rafting and tourism, and cites lack of speed control signs and community support. The writer asserts misperceptions about Cunard and warns voters to consider consequences before supporting Witt again.
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Question of the Week: Clinton impeachment resign or stay
A reader poll asks whether President Clinton should be impeached, resign, or be left alone. The item notes the question and invites reader response, reflecting ongoing public debate and constitutional considerations.
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High Beckley Gas Prices Spark Toll and Greed Theories
Readers blame high Beckley gas prices on greedy station owners and politics while claiming toll costs for trucks raise prices further. Some allege a regional conspiracy by politicians to keep Southern West Virginians down as tourists face higher prices in Beckley.
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Digressions on taste and a warning to readers
Neale R. Clark, reporting for The Register-Herald, muses on food flavors from Flonase to Moon Pie, reflecting on acquired versus natural tastes, playful product names, and the challenge of avoiding a hotter topic linked to a public building and a named occupant. The column blends humor with social commentary and a reminder to readers about digression.
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