City and county leaders recently gathered to share their concerns about violent and other crimes and the successful solutions to these issues they are e.
CHARLESTON â Businessman Douglas Ray Cook, of Charleston, died May 5 at age 86, but is being remembered as a man who was always willing to help others.
âHe was such a kind man, and he genuinely cared for people,â recalled Mary Ann McClure, of Madison, West Virginia. âHe was always quick to jump in and help resolve a problem or a bad situation. His family were great people. He was a gentle man. That is how I remember him.â
Soon after graduating from Marshall University, Cook co-founded the Heckâs Department Store chain in 1959. Heckâs would eventually be listed on the New York Stock Exchange and grow to over 120 stores in nine states.
Carnival goers enjoy a sunny afternoon at the 2019 West Virginia Coal Festival. The annual event is in the planning stages but is set to take place on June 22 through June 26 with the traditional carnival beginning on June 19.
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