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After undergoing numerous tests aimed at finding out what was causing her stomach problems, a round of genetic testing finally revealed Jayde Mooney (left) had Celiac Disease. Jayde and her mother, Beth (right), are sharing the girl’s story during National Celiac Awareness Month to educate others about the disease. TERESA MULLINS PHOTO. <a href="/pages/submit_photo_reprint">Click Here</a> to order photo reprints
Family hopes to raise Celiac Disease awareness
Jayde Mooney is a lot like other 10-year-old girls. She loves school, enjoys spending time with her parents and recently started gymnastics. But there is something that makes this slender, brown-e...
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Clintwood council seeks answers to cable complaints
CLINTWOOD — After receiving numerous complaints about cable television service in the community, Clintwood Town Council wanted to know what could be done to fix the problems. So council invited a C...
May 22, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Local campgrounds ready for summer season
With Memorial Day fast approaching, lots of folks are getting their campers, tents and outdoor gear in order and planning trips to local campgrounds to enjoy what many consider the unofficial start...
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School construction on schedule
Work on the county’s new consolidated Ridgeview High and Middle School began less than a month ago on Rose Ridge, and project manager Gary Holbrook has submitted to school division leaders the firs...
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Dealing with their son Jonah's Type I diabetes has become routine for Jim and Rebecca Mullins of the Sandy Ridge section of Dickenson County. Pictured with the couple are their three children, Jonah (left), Connor and Chloe.
Diabetic youth on waiting list for service dog
While lots of little boys dream of having a puppy to play with and keep them company, 7-year-old Jonah Mullins wants one for an even bigger reason. Jonah is awaiting a furry companion who can alert...
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Historical society offers help in tracing roots
Do you have an interest in researching your family’s history, but are uncertain where to start? If so, the Dickenson County Historical Society has the tools to help and, if enough people want to a...
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Zoe’s Blessings was created in honor of Zoe Mullins, who has multiple health issues.
Zoe’s Blessings plans second fundraiser
Just before Christmas last year, members of a local organization traveled to Nashville, Tenn., to present Monroe Carell Children’s Hospital with the largest donation ever given to the hospital by a...
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