West Virginia gains college alliance in Raleigh County economy drive
House Speaker Bob Kiss backs a $1 million CWU WVU alliance for higher education in Raleigh County. Officials weigh structure while CWV students and region expect benefits. Welfare cuts and pension fund moves amid wary markets frame economic outlook for southern West Virginia. Rivers Whitewater Rafting raises funds for United Way and CWV scholarships.
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Raleigh
College of West Virginia
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Kiss
Far East
Senate
Bob Plymale
D-Wayne
Del
Mike Hall
R-Putnam
West Virginia Investment Management Board
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Charleston Gazette
A. James Manchin
U.S
United Way
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American Cancer Society
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Readers Letter Attacks Tobacco Policy and McCain
Gary A. Dale criticizes Nerissa Young and Mark Cassells for defending GOP views on tobacco. He argues tobacco is a drug, cites nicotine addiction, and calls for subsidies to tobacco farmers plus government help for quitting programs. He targets Sen John McCain and urges action against nicotine use.
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Erissa Young
Mark Cassells
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Cassells
Nerissa
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Fayette County editorials condemn slate politics in county race
A Fayette County reader recounts an editorials critique of a local slate tied to a state political machine. The letter cites a Meet the Candidates event in Smithers on May 9 where a “little yellow card” slate was handed out. Calls for an honest change face the risk of power, with concerns about school officials and alleged supporters. Peggy Farmer Oak Hill.
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Fayette
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Letters to Editor Policy and Guidelines
The Register-Herald outlines that letters must be signed with the author's address and daytime phone number, and all submissions are verified prior to publication. Letters deemed libelous will not be published, and edits will preserve intent while correcting grammar and clarity, with a general limit of under 300 words unless exceptions apply.
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Question of the Week on Safer West Virginia Classrooms
Reader submission argues stronger DUI penalties and rehab, urging prosecution of repeat offenders and longer jail terms. Calls for stricter alcohol sale times, mandatory rehab, suspended licenses, and enforced existing laws to curb drunk driving and protect students and workers.
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Promise Keepers rally shows men seeking faith and family focus
Neale R. Clark describes a Promise Keepers gathering at UT Knoxville with 20 000 plus men of diverse backgrounds, many accompanied by sons and grandsons. He praises their humility, commitment to responsible husbandry, provision, protection, and mentoring, citing personal faith and media skepticism. He notes no call for domination, only reverence for Christ and family values.
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University of Tennessee Knoxville
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