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Crash at Panhandle

At approximately 9:00 a.m. troopers responded to a single vehicle crash at the Panhandle county intersection. There was a black Toyota truck traveling South East until eventually crashing head-on into a power pole. The driver was Dominique Newman from Panhandle, and he was treated by EMS at the scene of the crash. He was then immediately transported to the MBS hospital for further treatment. Alcohol use is suspected by the police, but the investigation is ongoing.

An eye witness report indicates that Dominique disappeared during his work preparations before nine. The driver is said to have never shown signs of alcoholism in the past. The driver sustained minor cuts, bruises, and a knee injury.

Garrett Willis

 

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Citizens’ Trip to Charleston Proves Fruitful

Today the legislative and executive branches made the long trip down to the state capital of Charleston. Along the way, the two buses carrying citizens experienced storms, torrential rains and foggy conditions, but these predicaments did not hinder all the good that happened today at the State Capitol. The Senate and House passed numerous bills, the Governor signed a smoking ban and our Governor Earl Ray Tomblin gave us a riveting speech on current West Virginian politics.

The day started with a demonstration of how roll calls work in the House and Senate. People were amazed when they pressed a green button and – voila – the name of the Delegate turned green on the screen in the front of the chamber. Others were fascinated by how the bills would be listed electronically so everyone could see them. This fascination with the technology in both chambers initiated great interest in the political process of West Virginian state politics.

After the House and Senate went to their respective chambers, they each went to business,  passing bills written by fellow citizens. It was a little difficult at first with the Senate – mainly because they were not as familiar with the parliamentary procedure as they should have been. But the twenty Boys State Senators learned quickly, and by the end of the day, they were using the correct terminology for Senate procedures. After about an hour, the Senate had moved to approve or reject over 10 bills, with the issues ranging from mandating a living wage to combating teen pregnancy. Overall, the Senate had a successful and pleasurable day at the Senate Chamber.

Probably the most important success of the day would be the passage of a tobacco bam. This ban originated in the House, was passed by the Senate with an amendment to allow private businesses to allow tobacco inside their premises, and subsequently passed in the House again with the approved amendment. With the amendment, the bill garnered support from the Finch administration, and by the end of the citizens’ time at the Capitol, Governor Eric Finch had signed the tobacco ban.

Concluding today’s field trip was the speech of special guest Earl Ray Tomblin. A graceful leader, he walked down the House floor and greeted Boys State Governor Finch. After the encounter, Tomblin began to speak on his accomplishments – and how Boys State helped him with those accomplishments. It was an enlightening speech, and it really showed the citizens how Boys State can help them later on in life. He then allowed the citizens to ask him questions. The main question he focused on was education reform, on which he greatly elaborated. One of the points that struck a chord with the audience was the idea of mandating a subsidized ACT be taken at the end of the eleventh grade. This would greatly benefit the students of West Virginia: this is an extra chance to take the ACT for honors students, and it might be the only opportunity for the students who receive free or reduced lunches. Overall, the Earl Ray Tomblin’s speech was very successful and informative.

Most Boys State citizens who went on this trip would say that this is probably the best day yet for them. Everyone has learned tons about the legislative process that he could not learn simply in the Jackson Lodge basement. These young men have come back to Jackson’s Mill knowing far more about how West Virginia is governed. This is a great benefit for the State of West Virginia, and for that, we should be forever grateful to the people who have developed such an awesome camp as Boys State.

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Blackhawks Outlast Bruins in Game One

The Chicago Blackhawks are looking for their second straight Stanley Cup title. After cruising through two of the first three rounds of the playoffs, the Blackhawks were ready to take on the Boston Bruins in game one of the Stanley Cup Finals. The Bruins, coming off a sweep against the Pittsburgh Penguins, were also ready to begin a finals run for a title. Boston, away at Chicago, came out strong going up 2-0 after two goals from Milan Lucic. Brandon Saad was the first to get on the board for Chicago making the score 2-1. The Bruins then scored one more time before the Blackhawks added two goals to make the game tied at three. The match went into triple overtime before a goal from Andrew Shaw ended the game. Action will continue once again in Chicago on Saturday, June 15 at 8:00 p.m.

Anthony Gemondo

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Thursday lunch menu

Breakfast

Jiffies

Hot and Cold Cereal

Apples

Orange Juice

Milk

Lunch

Tacos and Shells

Pears and Cottage Cheese

Shredded Lettuce and Diced Tomatoes

Sour Cream and Salsa

Cheddar Cheese

Churros

Milk

Dinner

Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce

Italian Blend Veg.

Garlic Bread

Salad

Apple Bites

Milk

 

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Exciting New Day for Upshur

Each member of Upshur cottage woke up at 6:15 in the morning to get cleaned up for the cottage pictures.  Everyone was working fast and cleaning.  After several minutes, Upshur was prepared and in their uniforms to look good for the picture.  The cottage was set on time for the photographer to arrive to take the picture.  Everyone lined up perfectly on the porch stairs of the cottage and they got their pictures taken.  It was a good morning and a good cottage picture for Upshur.

Upshur cottage is excited to do their jobs for the remainder of the week.  They were all talking about their job positions.  Most of the members of Upshur have city or council positions.  Some are attorneys, state police, and National Guard.  It is going to be an exciting day and thrilling week for Upshur cottage.

By Brandin Phillips

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Tug of War

Game 1
Marion vs Lewis

Game 2

Kanawha vs Panhandle

Game 3

Barbour/Webster vs Braxton

Game 4

Calhoun/Gilmer vs Upshur/Harrison

Game 5

Winner of game 1 vs Monroe

Game 6

Randolph vs Winner of game 2

 

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Panhandle Cottage

Board of Education Meeting

Thursday 10:00 a.m.

All Citizens Are Welcome for Discussion

 

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Legion Leaders

This camp’s purpose is to inspire young men, and help them reach greatness. So the counselors should be able to do this, and one such gentleman has accomplished this Rick Anderson. This man has made it his job in life to guild the youth to these aspirations. He uses tales and stories of himself to connect to the youth he is in conversation with before further inspiring them by getting to know them more personally.

Overall this man takes his job to the limit by being an outlet to the youth of this camp by not judging them, not trying to instruct them on what to do, and most importantly just being there for anyone period.

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Supreme Court of Appeals Docket

THE SUPREME COURT OF APPEALS

CONVENES IN THE REAR OF HARRISON

– ENTER THROUGH REAR DOORS

WEDNESDAY

9:00                     Justices and Attorney General convene in back of Harrison Cottage for orientation: legal instruction;

11:00                  Session 1 – Harrison Cottage

Swearing in of all persons who passed the MBS Bar Examination who wish to practice law, required for all attorneys participating in mock trials, and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

THURSDAY

9:00                     Session 2 – Harrison Cottage

Conduct business that may come before the Court

10:30                  Session 3 – Harrison Cottage

Conduct business that may come before the Court

6:30                     Session 4 – Harrison Cottage

Hear appeals from Circuits 1 (Randolph), and 5 (Kanawha), and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

FRIDAY

9:00                     Session 5 – Harrison Cottage

Announce decisions of appeals from Circuits 1 (Randolph), and 5 (Kanawha),

Hear appeals from Circuits 2 (Upshur/Harrison), and 3 (Marion), and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

10:00                  Session 6 – Harrison Cottage

Announce decisions of appeals from Circuits 2 (Upshur/Harrison), and 3 (Marion),

Hear appeal from Circuit 4 (Braxton) and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

3:30                     Session 7 – Harrison Cottage

Announce decisions of appeals from Circuit 4 (Braxton),

Hear appeal from Circuits 1 (Monroe), 2 (Lewis), 3 (Calhoun/Gilmer), 4 (Panhandle) and 5 (Barbour/Webster), and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

4:30                     Session 8 – Harrison Cottage

Announce decisions of appeals from Circuits 1 (Monroe), 2

(Lewis), 3 (Calhoun/Gilmer), 4 (Panhandle) and 5

(Barbour/Webster), and

Conduct other business that may come before the Court

Adjourn sine die.

* The Supreme Court of Appeals docket is subject to change.

 

Judicial Circuits

1st Circuit

Randolph – Thursday

Monroe – Friday

2nd Circuit

Upshur/Harrison – Thursday

Lewis – Friday

3rd Circuit

Marion – Thursday

Calhoun/Gilmer – Friday

4th Circuit

Braxton – Thursday

Panhandle – Friday

5th Circuit

Kanawha – Thursday

Barbour/Webster – Friday

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Guest Speakers Are Well Received At ALMBS

Monday night’s guest orators and WV’s Secretary of State have both been met with positive reception and standing ovations. Oliver Luck, Athletic Director of the State, spoke initially during Monday’s assembly with strong views on activism, stating “Nothing is achieved without a lot of hard work”. After a respectable applause, South Carolina Congressman Bob Englis advocated the importance of change and power. Following a brief demonstration and some wise words, Monday’s assembly was dismissed.

During Tuesday’s lunch, Boys State was quite privileged and honored to welcome Secretary of State Natalie Tennant to speak for our benefit. Citing everything from West Virginia’s history, her own conflicts and triumphs, and the correlations all of the ALMBS citizens share with our wonderful state’s accomplishments, Mrs. Tennant was very efficient and well spoken. Mountaineer Boys State thanks all of the speakers for their time.

-         Owen Bleigh, Marion Cottage

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