Beckley Gas Price Debate Demands Straight Answers
Residents press distributors to explain Beckley’s high fuel costs. They challenge claims about price fluctuations and shipping delays, noting Oak Hill pays less despite similar transport costs. Article cites seven cent spikes and argues crude price moves don’t justify Beckley premiums. The piece calls for transparent accounting.
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Death of Chuck Greene a Labor Movement Voice and Colleague
The Register-Herald reports the death of Charles M. Chuck Greene at 71 of Coal City a devoted Democratic supporter and labor ally. Former editor Dan Page praised his clear communication in Raleigh County and Southern West Virginia and his balanced opinion page presence plus humor. Edits contact lines for staff.
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Chuck” Greene
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Remembering a Good Friend Juanita Cook and Her Legacy
Bev Davis recalls Juanita Cook who died this month, a devoted Extension Homemakers leader and volunteer. The obituary notes her roles with Hillcrest and Raleigh County Homemakers, Southern Living shows backstage cooking, and service at Shepherd’s Center, Pine Lodge Nursing Home, and Family Resource Network. Davis honors her faith, teaching background in Kentucky, and widow’s mite as she vows to live by Juanita’s example of real connections and helping others.
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Is Bill Clinton’s censure the answer to the crisis
National view assesses whether congressional censure could restore credibility after Bill Clinton’s lies about Monica Lewinsky. It notes censure might signal standards but may not redeem a damaged presidency. It argues a forthcoming disclosure and hearings could erode support, and cites plans to hire more lawyers as a sign of headed for conflict.
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Readers defend Methodists amid Capitol bomb threat claim
Joseph A Olivero II from Clarksburg objects to Gov Cecil Underwood holding Methodists responsible for a cap itol bomb threat. He denies mean spirited church behavior and questions funding from the Rainy Day fund for Capitol security, citing local church experiences and Mountaineer pride.
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Clinton and Johnson criticize as the sorriest presidents
Ben Crookshanks of Rainelle states that Bill Clinton is now traveling nationwide apologizing and that Johnson stands as the second sorriest president, voicing strong criticism of both leaders.
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