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Division of the human family into two distinct political groups began some 12,000 years ago. Humans existed as members of small bands of nomadic hunter/gatherers. They lived on deer in the mountains in the summer and would go to the beach and live on fish and lobster in winter.

One of the first things I learned in Bible School as a youngster in rural Hughes County was that a parable is an earthly story with a Heavenly meaning. And some 85 years later, I know of no time in our Nation’s proud history when all of us could use more Heavenly meanings.

August Sunlight This summer we have seen our usual hot sunshiny days of over 100F with the sun’s angles being sharp and anxious to inflict skin cancers. Just another proven fact we chose to ignore each summer.

I have found that one of the advantages of reaching the four score level on the age chart is that occasionally people assume that if you have lived that long, surely you must have knowledge about a few things in this life.

A preacher said to a farmer, “Do you belong to the Christian family/” “No,” he said, “they live two farms down.” “No, I mean are you lost?” “No, I’ve been here thirty years.” “I mean, are you ready for Judgement Day?” “When is it?” “Could be today or tomorrow.

My name is Tamra Lee. I am married to Nick Lee, the Coal County District 2 Commissioner. I have been doing a little research myself on the accidents on Roundhill Road. I keep hearing that there has never been one and I just could not believe that.

My name is Sue Cicio. I am the infamous Commissioner Lee’s sister. I would like to get a few facts straight. I was born and raised here in Coal County. I went to school here, worked 28 years here and raised my family here.

In response to the ongoing controversy regarding the Round Hill Road project and the unreasonable request and demand for the resignation of our County Commissioner, Nick lee.

I am a registered Independent voter who voted in the state Democratic primary in Coal County.I do not recall seeing Kamala Harris on my primary ballot. Whoever is the party nominee should have to win the votes of voters, not be chosen by elite insiders in a smoky room.

Good morning, Coal County!We just want to keep you informed as to where we are in the process of seeking transparency in our local governing body!