Spruce Street Church Named Church of the Year for Community Work
The Dominion News profiles Spruce Street United Methodist Church which earned Church of the Year honors for its active ministry, community programs, and the musical Tell It Like It Is. Rev. Arthur Backus praises grace and man’s responsibility as core themes, with Rev. James Norton recently joining the staff.
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Town and Country Commission
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Duke Divinity School
Mount Olivet United Methodist Church
Wheeling
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Monongalia County Sees Three Major Opportunity Areas
Dean Coffindaffer reports Monongalia County has strong growth potential. Growth linked to population gains and a thriving economy, plus anticipated I-79 and Corridor E improvements creating Morgantown as a crossroads. Increased WVU county cooperation could mobilize resources for development with local leadership driving action.
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West Virginia University
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Appalachian Center
Dean Coffindaffer
Monongalia
Morgantown
WVU
Quotations on Strength and Speech From Notable Figures
A compact collection of maxims notes courage and action from Felicia Hemans Michelangelo Holmes and Babson. It pairs thoughts on inner fortitude clear speech and seizing opportunity by notable voices.
Speed Traps Highlighted Across Nation Warn Travelers
A national survey flags notorious speed traps from Delaware beaches to Ludowici Georgia and Virginia routes. It notes tactics include unmarked cars hidden radar trick lights and abrupt speed limit changes with local officials sometimes acting as judges.
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Ludowici
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Virginia
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Williamsburg
Truman Refuses Medal of Honor On 87th Birthday
The Louisville Courier Journal notes Harry S Truman declines the Medal of Honor for his 87th birthday. They cite his belief the award should go to a hero of combat and warn against diluting its significance. The piece praises his consistent character and humility.
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Louisville Courier Journal
Do Not Let In Laws Block Your Marriage
The message urges a couple to marry if true love exists, accept each other’s children, and face parenting challenges with love and God's guidance. It emphasizes personal faith with Christ as head of the home and warns against unchristian attitudes toward stepchildren. It concludes that marriage is possible and blessed with mutual commitment.
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Pirates promotions and a sports columnist recall bold publicity stunts
The column recounts a long history of newspaper promotions from the 1910s to 1930s, including giveaways to attract readers, a Mystery Woman stunt, and charity events. It notes Mickey Furfari’s promotions tied to Pirates games and past campaigns during the era of 7-1 and the Iron Lung drive, highlighting the colorful newspaper era and its impact on fan engagement.
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