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Newspaper
Register Herald
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1998
Page
16
McMillion describes her volunteer roots at Rainelle Public Library in the early 1970s and notes how libraries shifted from card catalogs to microcomputer automation around 1986 and later adapted to the internet. She argues the Web expands access but won’t replace books or librarians.
Gomez underwent PRK eye surgery using the VISX Excimer Laser System costing about $4,000 for both eyes. He reports no need for corrective lenses post recovery and notes long term savings, while hospitals explain procedure steps, risks, and eligibility.
Beckley Newspapers and Library Associates seek more eastern Raleigh County photos for a 130 page black and white pictorial history. Regions including Richmond, Trap Hill, and Shady Spring need representation with maps, landmarks, and street scenes. Contributors will be named with each photo and a descriptive paragraph. Submissions accepted by mail or email with 300 dpi resolution, by mid October, for a $29.95 pre order or $39.95 post order, with limited edition copies available mid to late November.
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern West Virginia teams with Princeton Speedway for a Make-A-Wish Night during the End of Summer Blast. A portion of each ticket goes to grant a wish, with a 50/50 drawing and sponsor donations boosting funds. Racing starts at 7 p.m. featuring super late model cars.
West Virginia Public Television collected more than 56000 in pledges during its Aug 14 23 on air drive. Over 550 families in West Virginia and nearby states pledged donations during the 10 day Sizzling Summer 98 campaign broadcast statewide on WSWP TV Beckley WNPB TV Morgantown and WPBY TV Huntington Charleston. General Manager Bill Acker praised surpassing the goal and noted funds will support new programs. Programs with high pledge counts included British comedies the Jerry Baker Marathon Skitch Henderson at 80 and Engelbert Humperdinck.
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