NEW INFO: Couple Killed on I-64, One was High School Teacher
NEW INFO: Couple Killed on I-64, One was High School Teacher Save Email Print
Posted: 4:11 PM Nov 7, 2007
 Last Updated: 12:41 PM Nov 8, 2007
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WSAZ has learned that Bethana Brewer was a teacher at Tolsia High School in Wayne County. She taught English, and has also taught at Crum Middle and Ft. Gay Middle Schools. A spokesperson for the school district says she's been teaching in the district for years.


A husband and wife were hit and killed by a car on Interstate 64 Wednesday morning near Cross Lanes.

Kanawha County Sheriff's Deputies tell WSAZ Kent Brewer and his wife, Bethana, were walking for help after car ran out of gas along Interstate 64. Deputies say Sarah Preece, age 23 of Louisa, KY, pulled over to the berm to use her cell phone when her car struck the Brewers.

The accident happened at around 2:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-64, just before the Cross Lanes exit. Traffic was reduced to one lane in the westbound lanes until 5:15 a.m., but all lanes are now open and traffic is running smoothly.

Deputies tell WSAZ the couple was wearing dark clothing, and that might be a factor in the accident.

No charges have been filed in the case and the accident is still under investigation.

Kent Brewer was 44 years old, Bethana was 40. They're from Cross Lanes.

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Posted by: beth on Dec 5, 2007 at 10:53 AM
mildred varney, thank you for some positive things and a nice outlook on Bethana it was a beatiful tribute for you to write about her all the way back to when she tried out for cheerleader. there is a lot of negative thoughts on here and it is nice to hear about the actual people that touched so many lives. It sounds like Bethana was a very smart and kind individual and I am sure her husband was also. may they rest in peace, she is a christian she is in a wonderful stress free place. bless their hearts and the hearts of their children. again thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Mildred Varney on Dec 4, 2007 at 01:17 PM
(Cont) I used to have a poster in my classroom when Beth was my student: Make sure your brain is engaged before you put your mouth in gear. That advice could be restated for some e-mailers. One of Beth's Teachers Mildred S. Varney
Posted by: Mildred Varney on Dec 4, 2007 at 01:16 PM
Beth always overcame any adversity in the world around her; she touched the lives of many students. She was a Christian. Forty years seems a short life, but in that 40 Beth made a difference in the world around her. The students, teachers, and friends who crowded a standing-room only funeral are a testament to her life's work. The several comments on WSAZ.com which try to place blame on the couple for their own deaths concerns me. That she ran out of gas after going unexpectedly to have her husband treated at the hospital, or that she tried to walk on home so that she could go to work and teach the next day, are not to be criticized. Some even wondered whey she as out so late when she had children to care for. Some find it too easy to jump to conclusions. Beth's children were in college or with her family, in the best of hands. She was a dedicated mother.
Posted by: Mildred Varney on Dec 4, 2007 at 01:13 PM
When she taught middle school, she carried on our tradition in hosting Oral Interpretation Tournaments. She excelled with her writing, too. She was my student over 20 years ago, and her natural beauty, intellect, and sweetness are still sharply clear in my memory. She later taught my daughter Bonnie and coached her in cheerleading. When she saw Bonnie hanging out with the wrong boy, she had a heart-to-heart talk with her about believing in your own worth and making choices. Beth later came to teach with me at Tolsia- yes, in the English department. It amazes me that though she had 5 children, she never stopped her educational process. She had wonderful parents and sisters who helped her give the best of care to her children when she was taking classes. Three of these children are in college, 1 is finishing high school, and one is in middle school. This semester she was teaching a class at the University of Charleston, 2 on-line, and was taking 2 classes toward her doctorate.(Cont)
Posted by: Mildred Varney on Dec 4, 2007 at 01:07 PM
(cont) My first memory of her is as a 7th or 8th grader trying out for cheerleader. I was a judge. Her shiny black hair was in braids, and she looked like a younger, more beautiful Dorothy from Oz. She did the most graceful, perfect splits as she demonstrated her skills. She went on to become a great little cheerleader, and was always a superior student. In my English Classes her independent analytical thinking and writing set her apart. I still remember her seat in senior English, the back seat in the 3rd row from my right, where she sat up straight and watched me intently as I explained or lectured. She won the top English award when she graduated. In Oral Interpretation classes she was gifted, and also very coachable. Her rendition of " The Highwayman", a classic poem by Alfred Noyes, raised the hair on the back of listener's necks, and the judges of that competition at Crum High School never forgot her winning performance. (Cont)
Posted by: Mildred Varney on Dec 4, 2007 at 01:04 PM
I tried to post this on the comment board about Bethana Brewer but I had so much to say that it won't all fit, since you only allow 1000 characters. If you could please try to add it to the comments in one piece for me I would greatly appreciate it. I want to share with WSAZ.com readers my thoughts about Bethana Prince Brewer, who was recently killed at the Cross Lanes exit with her husband. I taught Bethana English, Interpretive Reading, Creative writing 1 and 2, and drama; later she taught and coached my daughter; then she became my co-worker and friend at Tolsia High School in Wayne Co. Such a tragic death is hard to absorb, impossible to understand, and hard to live with. Beth left behind 5 children, her family, and many students and friends. Beth was such a shining star from childhood on. (cont)
Posted by: why? on Nov 27, 2007 at 11:18 PM
This is really sad that people still continue to argue on this subject...Hats off to the Brewer Family..They have posted and made their feelings clear...The do not blame anyone...Now drugs are an issue? If it was is it any of your alls business? Just like Alexis said..No it isn't...It's also no ones business if the driver was on drugs...I pray for both families, and I really hope people will do the same rather then try new ways of a cause for this accident...I believe in the "cause and effect" term, but sometimes the cause is "being at the wrong place at the wrong time." That is the best way I can put it for both families...It it wasn't the Brewers it would have been someone else..If it wasn't Sarah it would have been someone else....I could walk outside of my home and be at the wrong place..I could get shot..Porch roof fall in..Thats how it goes with accidents like this..Just give everyone time to heal, and let the families and professionals deal with the issues..
Posted by: beth on Nov 20, 2007 at 11:02 AM
Sue Ann, I know exactly the feelings of the deceased, because I am part of the family. We have talked and talked and talked about EVERYTHING. This has been the hardest thing that this family is going through. My purpose when I read these posts is to explain how important it is to not post hurtful things the family reads these posts because they find comfort in the posts that honor their deceased parents. Can you blame them? So when you talk about looking at their public records drugs and such and then have the nerve to tell me that I am not making any sense then of course I will respond to that. We would like to see the family heal, we do not wish to read how someone thinks that the Brewers were on drugs so they were walking in the midddle of the road blah blah blah. It is just not healthy and I am sure you would have to agree with that...
Posted by: Elizabeth on Nov 18, 2007 at 09:26 AM
Sue Ann - do us all a favor and stop talking and stop posting your comments!!! You are showing us ALL the not so intelligent side of you. You need to grow up. I think the family is way past you right now in the point of healing because they mentioned they want to meet Sarah and that they don't blame her. you are probably one of those people that like to stir crap and live for drama - well this isn't the time to stir it up. I personally know Sarah and I can assure you 100% there were no drugs - if you have any other questions let me know hopefully next time you will think before your write...
Posted by: Sue Ann on Nov 17, 2007 at 01:03 PM
Ok Beth ,you are not making any sense here. If they are public records then, no, they are NOT considered private.No I did not read this story in the paper. Just considering all the facts, as I am sure the family has done also. they may not speak it but how do you know they haven't thought it?
Posted by: beth on Nov 15, 2007 at 05:43 PM
OMG Sue Ann. What are you going to do next post public records on the deceased husband and wife. That would be healing to the family!!!! If you had these feelings and your nosy enough to look at public records, some things are considered private, then shame on you! The Brewer family are reading and responding to these posts and you should not be adding to the grief. Did you read this story in the newspaper, go to public records look at them and then make your comments here?
Posted by: Elizabeth on Nov 15, 2007 at 12:20 AM
This comment if for Sue Ann - you need to stop making or even thinking such thoughts about Drugs being apart of this accident. Do you know the Brewers? And apparently you don't know Sarah - or you would have never made that comment. It is people like you that we need to hear from less and hear from more positive ones. Sue Ann I will be praying for you tonight! Praying that you can get your thoughts focused and see the real need is prayer for these 2 families to heal and go on. Knowing Sarah - that is so far from the truth - and that is how rumors start. Were you there that night? Are you a cop? Didn't think so! WOuld you be claiming drugs if this was your daughter? Just a reminder Please keep your mouth shut before you say something else stupid. I just pray the families don't read these comments that people like you enter. God bless these families during this time and people who can't get past the finger pointing and their own 2 cents on the accident.
Posted by: Sue Ann on Nov 14, 2007 at 01:11 PM
My comments may sound cruel and unfeeling, so first let me say that I am sorry for anyones loss but, HELLO ! read the papers, watch the news and look around you! Drugs, drugs and more drugs are everywhere ! i am sorry if this offends you but in todays society thats all there is and 9 times out of 10 drugs play a big part in accidents like this. Public records are available ! read up on these people.
Posted by: Alexis (again) on Nov 13, 2007 at 12:07 PM
ok this is for this DJ person. Just who do you think you are?? ok that was my mommy and my Step-dad that was killed, and who are you to blame her for the accident? we aren't blaming ANYONE. my brothers, sisters, and I were actually going to try to find this girl to tell her that we aren't mad at her, and we don't blame her for our loss. But for one thing, it is none of your buisness what they were doing out at that hour, but if it will keep you from saying your idiot comments on the matter, my mom had to take my step-dad to the hospital. is that reason good enough for you? and as you may have read, my mom worked at Tolsia High School in Wayne County, that is a bit of a drive, and when she had to drive all that way, and then take someone to the hospital, the last thing on anyones mind is to put gas in the car. But we are aware that it was an accident. We don't need people trying to use their ignorance to aggitate the matter. Next time, take your own advice, and think before YOU type.
Posted by: To Sue Ann on Nov 13, 2007 at 11:41 AM
I COULD BARELY BELIEVE YOUR POST. IT WAS JUST UNFEELING,AND STUPID. INTOXICATED? DRUGS? THEY WERE VISITING SOMEONE AT THE HOSPITAL IF YOU MUST KNOW.. YOUR POST WAS THE MOST CRUEL ONE ON HERE. I WILL PRAY FOR "YOU"
Posted by: Alexis on Nov 13, 2007 at 10:20 AM
ok, i have read alot of the comments posted, and i would like to thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers. Beth was, as many know, my mom. She was a terrific person, and she loved us with all of her heart. my brothers, sisters and I miss her terribly. I know that she will never be forgotten. Also, would people please stop trying to blame that girl or my mom. this was an accident, a tragic accident. But we aren't trying to blame that girl, so nobody else should be either. my mom was so wonderful, and it is hard enough as it is, and we don't need people trying to let on like this was her fault either. like i said, this is an accident, so please keep your opinions on who to blame to yourself, and learn when to shut up.
Posted by: Donna Pinson on Nov 13, 2007 at 10:15 AM
I am kent's sister and beth is my sister-in-law, and I want the world to know how much they will be missed. To the driver of the vehicle Sarah may god bless you and be with you. God loves you. we are praying for you also. Kent was loved by many. His many neices and nephews didn't call him uncle he was their bubby kent. children of friends also called him bubby kent. he loved children and they loved him. he will be greatly missed by all. I love you my baby brother. Please if there are christians reading this please pray for all of us but even more for his twin brother brent who will forever miss him and that special bond that only twins can have. As i said sarah god bless you. good bye little brother for now. love ya big sis.
Posted by: BETH on Nov 12, 2007 at 02:23 PM
God took two very special people off of this earth. Only he knows why they were taken. Five children left behind, with a lot of questions I am sure. But honestly, those children would need every positive thought that we have on this board in case even one of them are reading these posts. They now are the people that are hurting the most along with J.D. and Myrtie that was their flesh and blood child so lets give goood thoughts on this board for them to read if they choose. All the hate is not healthy for them. Remember FOR THEM everyday will be a struggle.
Posted by: Heres the Deal on Nov 11, 2007 at 08:51 PM
Its simple...The investigation will tell the truth..IF it was Ms. Preece's fault she will get her punishment..Being honest here..If it was my family I would want to know the truth regardless of what happened...I would push and push till I got the truth..Without a doubt this is probably what the Brewer family is doing..From the picture of the car it looks like she was going pretty fast..but hey I'm no cop
Posted by: Tammy on Nov 11, 2007 at 12:36 PM
My deepest sympathy to the entire Brewer Family, as well as The Prince Family and Ms. Brewer's children. I attended school at the same time as Kent and his brothers & sisters. Kent was always friendly no matter how long it had been since I had last seen him. Also, Ms. Brewer was an asst. cheer coach @ Tug Valley when my daughter cheered. She had great knowledge of the sport,and was well liked by the girls.
Posted by: bobbieann keeton on Nov 11, 2007 at 12:21 PM
this is to everyone that has a negative oppion about the kent & bethana brewer!!! y wouldnt you think it was the ladys fault, she has headlights!!!and you would think she would'of seen the maried couple. dont judge them because they ran out of gas,this happens to people everyday!i kno the married couple they were very good people kent was a very loveing man ahd bethana was a very loveing and caring woman.i am praying for the family im sorry for the horrible acedent. R.I.P Kent and Bethana Brewer we love you all!!!
Posted by: Stu on Nov 10, 2007 at 09:25 PM
I don't blame the driver for not attending the funeral or wanting to speak to the family. If she's read any of the negative comments on here, she's probably afraid of being attacked. A lot of hatred in the comments.
Posted by: DISGUSTED & CONFUSED on Nov 10, 2007 at 05:09 AM
I think that this it is just so sad and who are YOU(people that have posted these "she was on her cell phone already",and these "she didnt even slow down" comments) to judge anyone??? REALLY, were you there????Whatever the truth to this tragedy is, the girl driving knows what really happened and there is one 1 judgement that REALLY matters anyway-AND IT SURE ISN'T YOURS!!!!!!!!!!!!I mean this is so sad for the girl driving and especially for the Brewers babies that were left without the 2 people that they need most in their lives.I find it sad that we ALL can't get past passing judgement on others to take time to hold these families in our thoughts and prayers..My prayers don't only go out to the families that were involved, but to you people that are throwing out all of these rediciously harsh assumptions..I pray that you all will see through your passive judgemental opinions--May GOD touch you...GOD BLESS ALL INVOLVED!!!!!!
Posted by: Tim (continued) on Nov 10, 2007 at 03:20 AM
We are only asking for the truth. I think we deserve that much. Yes, she has to deal with this the rest of her life & so do we. But on the other hand she does have the rest of her life when two others don't. Mothers & fathers lost their children, siblings have lost a brother or sister, & children have lost their parents. So don't you dare tell us how to deal with it. Until you have walked a mile in our shoes (and lets hope you never have to), you'll never know where we are coming from. So, if you don't like us asking questions, TUFF!! Get over it!! We will continue to ask questions until we find truth. Sugar coating it for her won't help. We can't sugar coat our reality. We have to deal with it, so what makes Ms. Preece any better? She has to accept responsibility for her actions. I'm going to say it once more, just so you understand.We are NOT blaming her. She's made several different statements & we want the truth. If you can't understand that, then there is something wrong with you!
Posted by: Tim on Nov 10, 2007 at 02:50 AM
This comment is for DJ...MONEY??? Are you serious? Maybe you should think before you start talking! We the family are only looking for the truth. Can you understand that? You talk about not having hate in your heart, however you continue to say hurtful things. Apparently you know Ms. Preece and that's fine however we are dealing with the loss of two lives. You have blamed the Brewers for not having gas, for wearing dark clothes, and for walking in the middle of the night. What is wrong with you??? Yes, they ran out of gas and yes they were wearing dark clothing, and the reason they were out in the middle of the night is because they were returning from the hospital (if it's really any of your business!) I'm sure had they known all this was going to happen, they might have dressed a little more approriate for you! You are seriously sick and twisted for the things that you said. We are not blaming the driver nor did we say this was "intentional" We are merely asking for answers...read on
Posted by: Sue Ann on Nov 10, 2007 at 01:46 AM
Why were they even out at 2;30 in the morning? I hope there were autopsies performed. If the witnesses behind them said they were walking on the road, maybe they were intoxicated, or fighting or who knows? sounds a little fishy to me. especially with all the drugs going around these days. hmmmm
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 10, 2007 at 12:54 AM
To Wanda- If cell phones were banned from passenger vehicles then how would people be supposed to call 911 when an accident like this happens. It may have been 30 minutes or longer before a police officer came through there to get help. In emergency situations time is critical & getting help immediately is so important in trying to save someones life. People just need to be cautious when they are using cell phones, because they can be a life-saver!
Posted by: a friend on Nov 10, 2007 at 12:29 AM
I knew kent years ago may god keep him and beth safe in his arms sadly missed
Posted by: VICKY on Nov 9, 2007 at 11:45 PM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Both Familes involved.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 10:52 PM
I just want to say I went to Beth's wake tonight I didn't know her but I know her sister Jennifer who a wonderful person...the family is letting God lead them...her son asked me if I knew the driver because I'm from Louisa, I don't, but he wanted to tell her that he didn't blame her, he said it was an accident. How much love it must take to say that...and if he showed that much he must have learned it from his mother. Only Jesus can ever heal people, and tonight I saw his love coming through the family members of Beth Brewer, peace and prayer for everyone involved in this terrible accident.
Posted by: Ashriel on Nov 9, 2007 at 09:46 PM
How many times have you heard people say, when commenting on someone's untimely death “His number was up”? Yes, the Bible speaks of “the milk of the Word,” but people are not milk cartons. That means that no human being comes from the factory with an expiration date stamped on him or her. If we hold to the Bible as the only source of truth regarding God, Jesus, and all spiritual matters, we will not find ourselves believing that people are milk cartons in a giant bakery, because those ideas are nowhere in Scripture. The Word of God does not say that He determines the time of a person's death. Legally, that would make Him a murderer. God makes it clear, for those with eyes to see and ears to hear His Word, that He is love, that death was never part of His original plan, and that He wants all people to live and be blessed by having a personal relationship with Him and His Son, the Lord Jesus. God gave us genuine free will, and our choices in large part determine our quality and quantity of life on this earth.
Posted by: Face Responsibility SARA on Nov 9, 2007 at 09:45 PM
Accidents do happen everyday, I am sure Ms. Preece never meant to take 2 lives. She will have to live with it, but it doesn't compare to what Beth's kids & parents will live with/without or change the fact that Sara has not taken responsibility for what she done. IF she is so upset,Then why wasn't she with Beth's family at Silver Creek Church? taking blame, being sorry and doing the right thing? This will help her and Beth's family. My husband was killed in a car wreck, the other driver went to his funeral and wrote me and my family a letter of sorrow. That made things much easier for me and my family, He thought of my kids and I first before he thought of "what he was dealing with" Sara needs to step up.. Do right and face the family she destroyed!If she lied she needs too own up to it. Her story makes no sense at all. Why would she pull off so close to an exit rather than waiting? Why was she driving so fast and why did she need to make a call that late? It could have waited 1/2 mil!
Posted by: Elizabeth on Nov 9, 2007 at 07:58 PM
You need to stop being the pretend cop or Judge that non of you are... and stop trying to solve the crime.. if you are that interested turn on the TV to Matlock. 2 families are hurting and they need prayers and that will never happen with people like you pointing fingers and the what if comments. THese families need prayer to go on with their lives and know that one day they will see their parents in heaven. As for Sarah - you have no right to criticize her - because apparently you don't know her.. what if she was your daughter? Would you still be saying the same comment? SHe is going through hell right now and she has to live with this for the rest of her life and she needs just as much prayer to get through this. We all need to put our thoughts aside and come together for the children and these families. This is just another realization that life is too short and never take anything for granted and to make sure that you let your family and friends know how you feel and love them
Posted by: Don't be so quick to judge on Nov 9, 2007 at 07:55 PM
Yes, safety manuals are good to read, but there is no sense in copying one word for word in order to make matters worse. By making that "manual statement", you are practically blaming the deceased for the choice they made. It was an accident, if it was not, then it would be called a purpose, as in done on purpose. No one thought this was going to happen. For what ever reason, this lady's car was taken from the highway & it struck the people who just happened to be there. Don't try to look for some big reason for it, there is not one. Someone stated, when its your time to go, then its gonna happen.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:58 PM
This was a terrible accident. An accident. How dare people get on here and say the driver was asleep or intoxicated, or whatever. Were you in the car with her? And as for the comment about the girl still clutching her cell phone while getting into the police car....have you ever been in shock??? I'm sure after this happened she probably called 911, and then probably called someone to come be with her. I know I would have. And people on here talking about manslaughter, and her punishment....I think everyone needs to stop being judge,jury, and executioner. This girl just happened to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. If it wasn't her car that hit this couple, it would have probably been another. Just remember, it could have been YOU driving. Let's have love and compassion for ALL involved. Blaming an innocent person for an ACCIDENT only belittles the person doing the blaming. It was only an ACCIDENT. Everyone involoved has a long process of healing. A very long process.
Posted by: Meme on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:43 PM
The other evening coming home from work late. A constrution worker steped across the yellow line. I knew to be careful, it was marked working zone. Still it took a minute for me to realize what I was seeing. So much is going on around us on the interstate a accident could happen anytime, anywhere. Just rememeber accidents happen. If she wasn't on drugs or wasn't drunk then lets be carefull before we judge. I had headlights on too, but it was a close call. Scary it could be you next time. Let's all just be carefull.
Posted by: Connie (Dillon) Meade on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:36 PM
My heart goes out to Mertie Prince, Jennifer Endicott & Teresa Muncy and Beth's children. My prayer goes out for God to give you comfort. You will see Beth again in heaven. Also my prayer goes out to the Preece girl. This is a terrible accident. But this was God's way of taking Beth home. God had his reasons for this accident to happen.
Posted by: Someone who has been there on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:33 PM
Please remember God is in control here. If that young lady hadnt hit those folks they would have been taken another way. When God decides its our time it doesnt matter where we are.. Please pray for both parties envolved. A family member of mine was involved in a freak accident a few years ago. This family member wouldnt have hurt anyone. He almost had a nervous breakdown over someone dying in the accident he was involved in. He will never be the same. So please be open minded. Accidents happen and if you think they wont happen to you you had better think again. God has his plan and its not up to us. Please pray for all involved. It's a horrible tragedy and they need our prayers.
Posted by: Kelly on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:20 PM
DJ, I completely agree. Sometimes terrible things happen and there is nobody to blame. And, as for those who posted about how fast that car had to be going....It IS the interstate. You can't slow to a snail's pace while still in the driving lanes. You really can't slow down much until you have pulled off to the side some. And, can't any of you read...the person who was right behind this girl when the accident happened said the girl wasn't off the road anyway. The couple that ACCIDENTALLY got hit were partly in the road.
Posted by: brittany currie on Nov 9, 2007 at 02:21 PM
hey everyone i just want you guys to know what a great person mrs.brewer was she was the best thing that happened to ths and those who dont know her should just remember how much we all love and miss her
Posted by: nikole on Nov 9, 2007 at 02:19 PM
i think that the tolsia playoff football game should be in remembrance of Mrs.brewer and i also think that what happened was really wrong. i am going to really miss her and she was one of the best people i know.
Posted by: Amber on Nov 9, 2007 at 02:15 PM
i was just wanting to say that my heart goes out to all the families. I also want to tell courtney and ryan that i'm thinking of you all, and if you need anything dont hesitate to call...love and prayers amber
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:45 PM
I would just like to say that I am truly sorry for your loss Brewer family. I also want to tell you that you are in my prayers, and so is Ms.Preece. There is a reason for everything and people don't need to put blame on anyone. This is an aweful tragedy. Hopfully Ms.Preece is telling the whole truth, we all need to remember we each make mistakes (foolish ones at that) and it was 2:30 in the morning have you ever drove on the interstate at that time at night it is pitch black out there, and even with headlights on you wouldn't see someone until it was to late. I'm sorry if this is to blunt, but remember you have all made mistakes. GOD FORGIVES and so should YOU!!
Posted by: Amanda, Holly & Timmy Doss on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:39 PM
Our family would like you all to pray for the children of Beth Brewer, her parents and sister as well as many cousins. We are thinking of you Derick, Ryan, Courtney, Lexis and Breezy..(her children)What happened has effected our whole community. Beth was our teacher, and coach.We kinda know how Beth's kids feel, we lost our dad in a car wreck and we know first hand how it feels to loose a parent. It is a life time of pain and we can't help but think of them. Myrdie and J.D. Prince lost a daughter. Teresa, Jennifer and Frankie lost a sister and the Fort Gay/Crum communties lost a dear friend and Tolsia High School lost a wonderful Teacher/person. Our family has known Beth and her sister Jennifer and mother Myrdie since we were young and they were ALWAYS there for us when our Dad died. Jennifer and Myrie helped us get through a hard time with kind words and prayers as well as Beth many times.. We love you guys and we are praying for you ALL. We're all going to miss you Beth.
Posted by: Chris Lewis on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:31 PM
I had mrs.Brewer in middle school,and this year for speech.Mrs. brewer was the graetest teacher a person could ever have,and my thoughts and praises go out to the family. I know Mrs.Brewer is in heaven. I hope she's watching over us tonight when we play james morow. we miss you and love you mrs.Brewer.
Posted by: Sgt. Kabuki on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:24 PM
One of the first reactions when tragedy strikes is to try to put blame on another. It seems as if several of those posting comments are in this stage of coping. Maybe you should think reasonably instead of from pure emotion. Would you be saying the same thing if the roles were reversed? Safety manuals are good to read.
Posted by: OMG..Why didn't she wait 1/4 mile to use the PHONE on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:16 PM
Pulling over to use the phone...She was 1/4 of a mile from the exit??? What was soooo important she couldn't wait a quarter mile?? She killed to loved people in our community and you want us to pray for her??? I am sure she is hurting but she destroyed the lives of not only Beth and Kent, but Myrdie, J.D., Derrick, Ryan. Beth, Lexie Breezy Jennifer & her Boys, Teresa and her kids, Frankie and her kids along with a host of cousins like Justin Prince from Kenova,and many more to use a cell phone at 2:30 in the morning??? How fast do you go when you PULL off the road?? That is all crap.. If this young girl cared at all she would tell the truth that she just wasn't paying attention and hit them!! Or maybe she was already on the phone?? It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out tht the girl lied!! If she was so good her pain would nopt be she killed to lives and can't live with it.. He true thoughts would be about Beth's kids and the Prince/Brewer families as well as a community
Posted by: Heather on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:13 PM
First off I would like to say that my heart and prayers goes out to everyone that is involved in this tragedy. I understand that things happen to good people and apparently they were good people. As for Sarah, I graduated with her from highschool, I know that she is a very loving faithful person. I am certain that she did NOT do this on purpose. Everyone is saying hurtful things right now because they are hurt. What if it was you. What if you were the one driving the car. Would you had have time to slow down on an INTERSTATE to pull over? I am not making excuses for anyone I dont know what happened. All I am saying is think about the times you have had to pull over to do something. It could have been anyone, but for some reason or another God chose it to happen to these great people. Again my heart goes out to everyone, the kids of the parents, family members to all. I am sorry that this happened to such good people. But people think about what you are saying!! Seriously.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:11 PM
mrs.brewer was my 1st period teacher.i came to school and heard the news about her.she will be missed by alot of people. i love u mrs brewer R.I.P
Posted by: Sally Carter-Grim on Nov 9, 2007 at 11:49 AM
why hasn't my comments been posted yet! I Loved Beth, she was a part of my world! I knew Kent also, since high school day's. I don't know how Brent will make it without his twin. My heart goes out to all family members. They will all be sadly missed & loved, by all who loved them both..God Bless All..Keep them all in your prayers..
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 10:35 AM
for those that are questioning the speed of the- stating that "come on look at her car it was going slow??? no way"... well I hate to tell you but you have to slow down sometime before you can come to a complete stop - and I know that i was always told NEVER slow down on the interstate use the shoulder or the exit ramps for slowing down.... if you slow down on the interstate before exiting I hate to be driving behind you or should I ask how many times have you been rear ended???? Get a life. and start praying... we can only go forward and it sounds like you need to pray for peace and healing in your own life as well as these 2 families - the Brewers and the Preeces
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 10:17 AM
This is in regards to the comment from Steven M - you state that at least Sarah has the rest of her life to live compared to to the Brewers - and that the kids and the family they have to deal with it. Do you think that Sarah has forgotten about this? She is going through hell right now and she needs prayers just as much as the Brewer Family does. Both families are dealing with this in different ways - but by no means will Sarah EVER be able to erase that horrible accident from her memory and she has to live with that for that for the rest of her life. I feel that at this point you are hurting so bad that you are pointing fingers at Sarah stating that she wasn't using her cell phone that you think that she was trying to find it and hit them... and for you to comment to DJ about his comments regarding the clothing etc - HONESTLY I think that you need to take a look at yourself and realize that you need closure and both of these families need everyone's support and prayers
Posted by: i will miss mrs.brewer on Nov 9, 2007 at 09:57 AM
hi my name is Rebecca Rowe.I am a Freshman at Tolsia I had Mrs.Brewer for Literature&English She was the best teacher ever!!I remeber the first day of school she had asked me if I would go to another teachers room to get her a Reesecup,She (LOVED)Reesecups almost every day she would be eating one when I was in there.But what I am trying to say is that she will be missed dearly up at tolsia.I will never ever foget her.My sister she had mrs.brewer as a cheerleading coach at FortGay middle and that was the first time I had ever met her!!!....But I am going to and you guys will be in my prayer and just rember that they are in a better place and god will take care of him!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 09:00 AM
To the poster "Summer"... My heart aches for this young woman, as I am sure that this was not done deliberately. I lost my uncle in an unfortunate accident some years back, and as hard as it was to keep in mind that the other driver was not the only one at fault, I learned that as a human, we tend to feel the need to 'blame' something or someone for what happens. I think that most of these people are just grieving and are in shock right now. Sure there are questions, some of them are valid, and there will be answers that some may not be able to accept. I am sorry for your friend, and I am sorry for the families of the Brewer's. It is a sad thing. An unfortunate accident. I am sure that Ms. Preece is having quite a hard time dealing with all of this, and I am sure that many prayers are being said for her. I know Beth's family, and I can assure you that they would NEVER lay blame on anyone if it were not warranted. It's safe to say that Beth's Mom has prayed for your friend.
Posted by: beth on Nov 9, 2007 at 08:40 AM
my love goes out to my family the brewers kent was my husbands first cousin and he will truly be missed .he was a loving person who would do anything for you .he loved his family .maybe thats why god put him and beth together because she was the same way .i know her family and they r good people .his sisters and brothers andmom are really haveing a hard time with this as both sides are.please remember them to when you pray .we have lost a brother ,a father ,an uncle a cousin a son.thats what he was .you treated me like a sister and i will always love you .goodbye bubby i will miss hearing you say hi sissy.beth we will all be here for brianna and the kids we love you you will both always be in our hearts.donna paula brent glenn lois loretta nikki and the rest of our family know i love you and will be there for you always.may god bless both families and watch over the children they have lost both parents .god bless everyone and give each and every one peace.i love you
Posted by: Kelli on Nov 9, 2007 at 07:51 AM
I really wish people would stop calling the other person involved in this ACCIDENT a murderer. This girl needs prayers,too. She is so young and will have to live with this the rest of her life. It was an accident, not murder. And I know this fact will not make it any easier on the Brewer's family. It is a horrible, horrible tragedy. Let's pray for all of them!
Posted by: Sally Grim on Nov 9, 2007 at 07:38 AM
I loved Beth, she was my sister-inlaw for some time. Her and my brother had 3 beautiful children from this marriage. So there must have been godly reasons for her to cme into our lives. She also has 2 more beautiful chidren, I also admire her parents. She was a loving, happy, caring, and devoted person. She wil be sadly missed on earth, but she is heaven's gain!
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 9, 2007 at 07:25 AM
I would like to say that I am really sorry for the Brewer family especially the children. This is suppose to be a accident, no one will know until the report is made. My heart goes out to the children who now have no parents. It does seem to be such a careless act. No one can replace a mom or dad, cars can be. hopefully this young realizes her neglect a cell phone call ended 2 young precious lives and forever changed 5 childrens lives. I hope the can heal their hearts and survive this tragedy. I am deeply sorry for your loss
Posted by: DJ on Nov 9, 2007 at 03:09 AM
I was not actually blaming the Brewers for the accident by not putting gas in their automobil, but why can't the famliy just understand it was an accident. Is the family wanting to get lots of money ? That seems to be the whole thing. stop putting the blame on anyone and deal with those children , don't teach them hate , I am sure Mrs. Brewer would not have taught her children that way , it sounds as it she was a wonderful person and was a asset to the community. Stop the blaming and teach the kids that sometimes in life things happen we don't understand. You all know the young lady did not puposely cause the death of these people. I was just a horrible accident , accept it and teach the children to forgive and be the type of person their mother was . I am sure if Mrs. Brewer could look down and send a message it would be to her children not to hold hate in their hearts , so do the same and help these children . Sometimes we do not have control over what happens in life.
Posted by: steven marcum on Nov 9, 2007 at 02:24 AM
also i just wanted to say that these people on here saying that people dont expect to see people walking in the emergency lane but what else are you supposed to do oh i know wait on courtsey patrol well if thats the case where was they and how many of you know that they didnt set and wait for one before they got out and started walking and especially it being cold out side how many of you people would have set and waited dj would you have waited and another thing dj we are talking about 2 peoples lives and you are on here talking about being out of gas tears up the cars... i dont know about everyone else but at this point and time who cares about a car when it comes to people's life you have issues dude thats all i got to say is you have issues you need to deal with
Posted by: steven.m on Nov 9, 2007 at 01:43 AM
first of all let me say that kent was my cousin and him and the rest of his brothers and sisters were like brothers and sisters to me and i love them all. but as for the comment that was made about ms preece has to live with it for the rest of her life well at least she has her life does kent or beth and for that matter what about their kids and family they have the rest of their life to have to deal with it but i think the family has the right to know the truth of what really happend but as far as the person that said that they was behind ms preece and that they was in the road from the pics of the car it sure looked to me as if it was off the road. but i believe she wasnt pulling over to use the phone i believe she was looking down for it and run off the road and did not see them till it was too late and as for dj tell me buddy are you mr goody goody did you ever forget to get gas and run out and as far as dark clothing goes it didnt matter if your not looking so dj rember to get gas
Posted by: Bonnie Moore on Nov 9, 2007 at 12:42 AM
Beth was my cheerleading coach at Crum middle school. She was also a friend and member of the church I attend, There are countless times that I can remember beth counseling me on how to act in life. Beth probably never knew how many lives she touched during her teaching career. I am glad I had the chance to know her. And I wish this board wouldn't lay blame on who did what. Remember the life that Beth had. Remember the children that have been left behind that no longer have their mother. My prayers to beth's family. If you have memories of beth you can email them to me, I am going to make a scrapbook of the memories or stories she left behind in our hearts for her children and parents and siblings...Beth you will be sadly missed and I loved ya like a sister!!!!!! mooreb51@mikrotec.com
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:56 PM
c'mon folks, look at the car. Do you think that car was moving slow?
Posted by: Summer on Nov 8, 2007 at 10:18 PM
My heart goes out to the family of the Brewers as a friend of the driver please believe me when i say that she is living in hell right now, i'm not sure if she can handle this please pray for her as well, she tried to do the right thing to pull over to use her phone instead of dialing while driving which EVERYONE says not to do. God forgives and so should everyone else.
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:55 PM
I was very close to beth and kent was like a 2cd dad to me. I will never forget you guys and for the family i'm always here for you. I love you all and if you need anything just ask me. One more thing PEOPLE WITH CELL PHONES NEED TO LEARN HOW TO USE THEM WHILE DRIVEING. This is crayz how you peole want to set and argue at a time like this. Just show your love to the Brewer family cause i know i'm always here for you guys. Beth and Kent, i miss you guys like crazy and i will see you again one day. God Bless.
Posted by: careless people should be locked up on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:26 PM
Some people just get on my nerves.. DON'T POST HURTFUL COMMENTS TO THE CRIMINAL.okay what about the hurtful comments u have posted to the VICTIMS I'm sure that they weren't thinking hey lets run down to the store and find some bright clothes to put on so we can get HELP. and maybe there gas gauge was broke and showed they had more than what they actually did becuz thats what mine does..and being out at 2:30am come on there ADULTS do you ask ur mommy and daddy if u can go out that late i'm sure you don't ..and I myself believe theres more to this story than whats being told the damage to that car is way to bad to be slowing down to use the phone.and her story doesn't match the scene but to say they're in the wrong for wearing dark clothes is just plain stupid and ignorant. I"m sure they weren't goin to sat there until someone came along to help them after all they did have 5 kids to attend too.so that wasn't an option. get a clue people stop making the victims look like it's there fault
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:26 PM
after reading this - my heart goes out to the brewer family - but I think that everyone is forgetting that Sarah will need prayers and support as well. Yes the family will go on and the parents will miss special events in their child's life but Sarah will be living with this for the rest of her life. This is a TOTAL FREAK ACCIDENT - and I think that ALL of us need to get past the blame and pointing fingers and come together and help these 2 families heal and try to find peace in their lives. It won't be easy - but if we all sit here pointing fingers and placing blame the healing process will never happen and is that fair to these families.
Posted by: Don't be so quick to judge on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:25 PM
Has anyone ever pulled off the road before? Well I have. It wouldn't be safe to slow down in the actual driving lane. Therefore, a person must pull over to the shoulder then commence to slow down. Why have people decided to blame this lady for an accident? I have heard many news reports on cell phone usage while driving. They ALL have stated pulling off or over is much safer to do, then to try & talk while driving. My thoughts & prayers go out to EVERYONE involved. To the person who said car manufactors should install devices to disconnect phones while a car is running; Don't be so stupid. If there was an emergency, & you needed to use a phone while driving, you would want to make the call, not pull off the interstate, wait at a traffic light, go to the nearest gas station, shut your car off, & call 911. Time is precious, no I don't think you would do all that. You would pick up the phone & call.To Sgt Kabuki, you sound like a safety manual, did you copy that statement from one?
Posted by: Amy (Salmons) Smith on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:22 PM
I have known Beth and her family for my whole life. Grew up with her kids in church at Silver Creek, and when I heard the news I couldn't believe it. I hadn't seen Beth in a while, but saw Brianna at church Sunday. Myrtie, JD, and all the other family my prayers are with you all. I loved Beth and I love all of you, may God be with you threw this tragedy in your lives. Loves and prayers, Amy Jo
Posted by: Nikki on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:52 PM
I love you bubby and will miss you very much. My life was fuller just to have had you in it........Forever Your Favorite Niece Nikki
Posted by: Wanda on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:25 PM
To Annonymous who responded to my message: At least I used my name!!! I am not ashamed. There are five children without parents, parents without their children (if you can't figure that one out, its the grandparents of Beth and Kents' children). At least the murderer gets to go home to her parents and grandparents, who will the Brewer children go home to??? Certainly not their parents thanks to "I was pulling over to use my cell phone." Look at that car and tell me she was going slow. The radiator is busted, the windshield is busted, and where is the headlight and the rest of the passenger side of the car if she was going slow!!!!! How dare you blame it on my family for wearing dark clothes. The driver should have been paying more attention to the road than a stupid cell phone which should be banned from all passenger vehicles!! They should only be allowed in emergency vehicles!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:21 PM
There are so many detectives on this case, I never realized we had so many forensic and criminal geniuses in our state. Leave it alone, let the experts deal with this. We should be praying for everyone who was involved in or affected by this horrible tragedy. I know the driver did not get in her car and seek out victims. We shouldn't question why these things happen, it's hard to understand, but we should never question God. Tonight, as you are going to sleep, you should say a prayer for the driver and the Brewer family instead of trying to solve this case.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:16 PM
I just wanted to say I am so SORRY and send Hugs and Prayers to all involved (Brewers and Preeces) this is a terrible horrible "ACCIDENT" that has happened. To those that are passing judgement and blame just remember this could have very well been you driving. I have been through losing a close member in an "ACCIDENT" and the other person involved could not live with it and ended his own life, due to people saying cruel things, so please be be NICE and remember all in your PRAYERS. ~WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE~
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:09 PM
To those of you pointing out "headlights," how many people do you know that have hit deer in the dark, with their headlights on? They only shine so far and you can't always stop on a dime. As for pulling over, you can slow down a little, but are still going to be moving pretty fast, otherwise you get run over by other cars on the road... I also do agree that dark clothing and running out of gas surely weren't "planned." Blame shouldn't be placed anywhere as this is just an unfortunate accident. Sad that in this day an age, it seems everyone wants to see another person "pay," even when it is an accident, not caused by anyone specific.
Posted by: Jerry&Edna Marcum on Nov 8, 2007 at 06:32 PM
we knew kent very well he was o good person our hearts really go out to his family we will never forget kent he will be missed.love Edna
Posted by: Integra Hellsing on Nov 8, 2007 at 06:10 PM
While I do not know either parties involved my prayers go out to both families. I find it bizzare that so many pedestrians have been killed here of late, however, I find that its happening far to often in areas that have such a small popluation. With this, I think I should remind everyone who drives (myself included that) that accidents happen. That one of us could have been have been at either end of the situation. With that I kindly ask that everyone stays safe and think about ever move you make while driving. Its apparent that life is too short to dwell on a mistake that someone has made. Remember the conotation for the term mistake, mistakes were and are never intentional.
Posted by: marcia on Nov 8, 2007 at 05:36 PM
our thoughts and prayers are with the brewer family as well as the preece family, during this tragedy. Such a great loss to their community as well as the school where Mrs Brewer worked.
Posted by: peggy m on Nov 8, 2007 at 05:07 PM
to anonymous ican see you know more about the accident than the young lady who was driving the car since she says she pulled over to the side to use her cell phone and you say her car never left the highway some one is confused.but the fact remains my nephew and his wife are dead,five children are without parent's and two families hearts are ripped out.all because of a cell phone.but as you said she was hysterical even though she was still holding the cell phone while getting into the police car.
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:45 PM
Listen, this was an awful tragedy that is crazy and i can't hardly believe it. But i think that people should watch where they are going and for real who wouldn't see a couple walkin on the side of the road. There's something that girl isn't telling. This just doesn't seem real. I can't believe all this is going on. I love and miss you both, Beth and Kent. I will see you one day in heaven. For the girl that wants to take up for someone who can't watch the road and slow it down, i think that you should just not leave anymore comments if you want to run your mouth.
Posted by: bob on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:30 PM
I would have to say that all parties involved seem to be negligent in some way. The driver for "pulling over" to use the phone, the victims for walking along/beside the interstate. Reducing these type of accidents is why WV has courtesy patrol. In regards to conflicting statements (which is not mentioned anywhere in the story) a driver would be in shock over the event. They probably won't be thinking clearly and probably can't recall what happened. The Blame Game is a typical reaction when something like this happens, but in reality this is probably just an unfortunate accident. We should all probably wait until the final police report comes out instead of jumping to conclusions and saying the police aren't doing a good job. They have to look over the evidence and statements from the few eye witnesses. Only then can they make a determination of what happened. Anything else is willful blindless and pure conjecture.
Posted by: Denise Meade on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:28 PM
The people that are arguein on this page needs to stop. No one likes to read these comments because its so painful to know they're gone. This is not the time to argue about things, you guys should have sympathy to the families. But i love and miss Beth and Kent. They were like family. But i'm not goin to argue on my opinion because this is not the time or the page to do it on.
Posted by: A Citizen. on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:27 PM
I can't believe the whole dark clothing. I mean hello what about headlights. I know Beth's family really well and they would never press charges against an accident. I dont' believe that the girl was pulling over to use a phone, she fell asleep. The girl has enough to deal with but if she only knew what she did.
Posted by: BartMan on Nov 8, 2007 at 03:32 PM
I Knew Brent and Beth for a short while,my 13 yr old son went over to there house daily,they loved my son,we live very close to them,i seen Kent daily at my work,im truely sorry for this family,i was a tragedy,hope everybody will heal.It is a terrible lose to 2 gr8 people
Posted by: lm on Nov 8, 2007 at 02:49 PM
My heart goes out to the Brewer children and their families for their loss. I seen the accident on t.v. and the damage done to the striking vehichle. They had to be hit awfully hard to cause that much damage to the automobile. When you are going to stop on the shouder you are suppose to slow down. It doesn't look like the automobile was going slow to me. Was she talking on the phone and ran off the road nad just didn't tell the whole story. This accident needs to be looked into further. Because many time I have been close to getting hit by people driving and talking on the cell phone too.
Posted by: lorri on Nov 8, 2007 at 02:45 PM
our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Derrick, ryan, courtney, lexie and brianna. Myrtie and J.D. and all the girls.( Meaness, Ryan and Courtney) Know how much I Love and Adore them. If you need anything at all - just call. Love and prayers. (Lorri)- Gary, Justin and Kala Perry
Posted by: Bertram on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:57 PM
Regardless of headlights, in the dark it is hard to see people if they have on dark clothing (this is why children are told to wear reflective clothing to trick or treat). Also those on bicycles are told to have reflective lights or clothing. Not to mention it is illegal to walk along the interstate, but not to use a cell phone...even when driving.
Posted by: Felicia on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:34 PM
Derrick, Ryan, Courtney, and Alexis, YOu are all in my prayers!! My heart broke when I heard the news!! Deepest thoughts and prayers to you the Brewers and Family!!
Posted by: Vicki on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:22 PM
I can't believe so many people are against using a cell while driveing. If that's the case then why do I see so much of it? Some people just claim to be perfect.
Posted by: carol mccoy on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:54 PM
PRAYERS AND MORE PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF THE BREWERS & PRAYERS TO THE YOUNG LADY.MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE CHILDREN WHO WILL FOREVER BE THE ONES TO SUFFER FROM THIS UNFORTUNATE TRAGEDY.
Posted by: cindy on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:46 PM
my heart goes out to the children thats left behind i pray they have aloving careing family to take care of them love and prayers to the family....
Posted by: Dee on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:43 PM
What is so important that someone needs to pull over on a busy interstate to make a darned phone call from a cell phone???!!! Something needs to be said about this. They folks who died were the ones with the emergency, not the irresponsible young woman who just had to stop to make a phone call, costing dearly! It should be illegal to use a cell phone while operating a vehicle. DUI is illegal because it alters attention---what does a phone conversaton do? NO ONE can do two things at one time and do either of them competently and well. How many innocent people will have to die before something is done about this new menace. Oddly, the folks who were killed must not have had a cell, otherwise they would not have thought it necessary to walk for help. Also, how fast was this perpetrator going while pulling off the interstate to have killed these people? She was quite obviously engrossed in her imminent phone call that just couldn't wait to be placed at a safer, more opportune time.
Posted by: Tony on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:35 PM
i dont buy the lady's exuse! in my opinion given the time of morning that it was she either/(1)-fell asleep at the wheel/(2)she was intoxicated and ran off the hwy! i say give her a lie detector test. also im really sorry that this couple had to die this tragic death.
Posted by: Tangarie on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:16 PM
I'd like to tell the brewer family how sorry I am to hear of their loss. I would like to send them a card, but I don't have their e-mail address. I pray that God helps them with their pain. God Bless You !
Posted by: anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:05 PM
Please,the lady who was 23, lets get real here, she was talking on the cell phone, whiped in so that she didn't lose a signal causing the death of two inicent people, not paying ATTENTION!! and isn't it ILLEGAL in the state of WV to talk on a cell while driving? A check of her cell phone would prove if she was talking on the cell at the time of the accident, check it out, makes it...manslauder
Posted by: Kendra Baisden on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:52 AM
I have went to church with Mrs. Brewers's family all of my life and i am really good friends with Brezzy nad i am also friend with the other children. i know about 90% of their family and when the news came to me i reallt didn't believe it and it has just really now hit me. My heart goes out to the family i love all of you and i will miss Mrs. brewer and people who i s saying they are stupid for wearing dark clothes, they are stupid. i don't care who you are when you wake up in the morning you don't think about ohh i am going to wear this because i might get killed today. No it doesn't matter what they were wearing that is what HEADLIGHTS are. well i am keeping the family in my hearts for ever and always. Mrs. Brewer i will mis you for ever and always.
Posted by: nicky laney on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:50 AM
im am so sorry.... i just wanted to tell you that you all will be in my prayers dont worry GOD will take good care of them just rember there always there with you no matter what. my best wishes and take care.
Posted by: Brandy on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:46 AM
Beth was my teacher all through middle school and then came to high school with me and taught me in 9th grade i visited her all the time in her class she also taught drama club and was so excited to get us kids involved. I miss her dearly but hopefully shes lookin down on us in heaven. My Prayers Go Out to the family.
Posted by: Tenesha Newsome on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:44 AM
I have known Mrs. Brewer since I was in the 6th grade. I had her as a teacher in both 7th & 8th grade & I absolutely LOVED her. I dont care what anyone says Mrs. Brewer was a GREAT teacher. She will be missed terribly. I almost couldnt believe it when I walked into school & heard people talking about it. It hurt me deeply. There are so many kids that are torn apart by her death that it is unreal. Our whole school was heartbroken to hear the news. I am extremely sorry for the family. She was an incredible person that pushed everyone to do their best & I am extremely sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers & I hope only the bst for your family.
Posted by: A class mate on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:43 AM
Beth was a wonderful woman, who loved her job and her family very much. Attending graduate classes with her at Marshall, I found her to be very dedicated to her children (for whom she would have made any sacrifice) and her students. She will be greatly missed.
Posted by: Keesha on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:29 AM
I'm really sorry for the family. I know it must be really hard for the kids, as well as the rest of them. Beth was my teacher, for quite a few years, and she was always there for her students. I want you all to know, that she will be missed at Tolsia High, and is forever in our hearts. You all are in my thoughts and prayers, and may God be with you through this.
Posted by: Rosa on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:16 AM
i will miss mrs. brewer very much i loved her she was a great teacher
Posted by: Pattie on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:08 AM
I hate to hear of anyone dying, but when it is unexpected it seems twice worse. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of Beth and Kent. May God be with you all and help you find a way to get through this difficult time. Teresa, Jen and Frankie - I love you all and I'm so sorry!
Posted by: Cynthia. Howell on Nov 8, 2007 at 11:02 AM
My thoughts and prayers goes to the children. Beth was one of my teachers for years.She was a good person, and a great mother. I grow up with meanness my whole life,and I am heartbroken to hear of this tragady. I LOVE YOU GUYS VERY MUCH GOD BLESS!!!
Posted by: Lynn on Nov 8, 2007 at 10:49 AM
Bethana was my cousin, and i am going to miss her extremely. I hope that the person who done this to her serves the punishment they deserve. Bethana will be missed a great deal, and will forever be in my heart.
Posted by: Savannah on Nov 8, 2007 at 10:48 AM
Beth is my first cousin. And she was a good teacher and cousin. I dont know what the family is going through. but I am here for you guys if u need anything...
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 10:34 AM
I would like to know if kent & beth where faceing the traffic or where they hit from behind my though and prays go out for both family and children
Posted by: Allison Jenkins on Nov 8, 2007 at 10:23 AM
Beth were a blessing to many people here at Tolsia High School. You will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families!
Posted by: Tolsia High School Student on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:35 AM
How could something this mayjor happen? I had just talked to Beth 2 days before. This just goes to show that life is limited. My prayers go out to the families of both Beth and Kent. I already miss you Mrs. Brewer!
Posted by: Denise&Brandi&Melanie&Lakyn on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:34 AM
We all miss you very much and you'll never be forgotten. Tolsia High will never be the same without you. We all love you and miss you.
Posted by: Diana Hall on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:27 AM
My heart goes out to all this wonderful couples families. I know how it feels to lose someone close to you and the only thing that we could do about it was stay strong and never leave each other's side. Ms. Brewer was my teacher in 7th & 8th grade at Fort Gay Middle School. SHe was a great woman, teacher, wife and mother. She did her best to help anyone she could. My sympathy and my prayers go out to their families. Just remember to stay strong because that's what she would want you to do. She will always be remembered and never forgotten. May God Bless their families!!!!
Posted by: Janie on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:23 AM
Mrs. Brewer was a great teacher.She taught me at Fort Gay Middle and taught me my Freshman year at Tolsia High School. Beth will be missed by many. She will always be remembered through my great memories of her.
Posted by: Joy on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:08 AM
MY CONDOLENCES TO BETH'S FAMILY.
Posted by: Smiths Cont. on Nov 8, 2007 at 09:00 AM
The comment from Sgt. Kabuki was really upseting to me I know "he" was trying to be helpful but, buddy get real who has that stuff in their cars? Do you? If so, I am sure you are 1 in a thousand! Your comment sounds as if you think pulling to the side of the interstate to use a cell phone is more important. I am not sure I agree. Does anybody esle? To the people that wants to blame them for running out of gas maybe they had equipment failure...ever think of that? I am sure they didn't want to run out of gas I really don't know anyone who would. For the people who wants to blame them for walking beside the interstate would you have done different? I am sure that is easy to answer now but, really would you have? Any "man" would have done the samething and no woman would want to stay by herself beside the road in the dark I know I would not and I wouldn't either. They are just to many questions left unanswered. To the Brewers I am so sorry you have to go through this horrible tragedy.
Posted by: Smiths on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:42 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families involed. I have sit here and read each comment I see the points each and everyone of them are trying to make. But, in my opinion I don't think they have enough info. and I think the Police are not doing a good enough job investigating. I can say to the people who want to blame the Brewers for wearing dark clothing one word...HEADLIGHTS. Pulling over to use a cell phone is that actually what happened? Some more investigating needs to happen into that story. She could have already been on the phone and when things got "heated" she decided to pull over but are you not supposed to use caution in doing that? Her car was torn up to bad if caution was being practiced. I don't want to blame the girl because my heart goes out to her as well b/c she will have to live with this forever. But, I also think Justice needs to be served. I don't know how some get"charged" when accidents happen and some don't. more in the next comment please read on......
Posted by: Anne on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:35 AM
A terrible thing has happened, and even though I know it looks like things can never return to normal we must remember as Beth's friends and family, that we need to remember her good qualities and remember all the good things she means to us, and eve though right now our hearts are broken we need to pull together and support the family. So instead of lashing out we need to pray not only for God to help the family deal with this terrible lose but to help us as well. Beth you will be missed but rest assured that you have a loving bunch of friends and family that will help your loved ones get through this dark time in their lives.
Posted by: Mellinea Akins on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:34 AM
although i didnt know all as long as the other students i have got to say that it didnt take long to fall in love with her! this year even tho i didnt have her everytime i would see her on the hallway she would out a smile on and always say goo morninr!! she was someone i coul talk too! && o felt very comfortable with her! R.I.P. Beth && Kent Brewer
Posted by: nikki on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:25 AM
Im not posting this to judge or hurt anyones feelings or even put my input on what really happened all i want to do is say to all of beth and kents family that i am truly sorry for what happened it was a tragedy that will remain in our hearts for life but just try to remember the way they were beth was my cheer coach for many many years i was really good friends with her children and my heart and prayers go out to all of you and they will be missed
Posted by: Maxine on Nov 8, 2007 at 08:22 AM
Someone on here made a good point that you should only pull over on the interstate if it’s an emergency. If this girl pulled over to use her cell phone because it was an emergency than fine but if not than I to a point she is negligent. I also questioned what they parents were doing out at 2 in the morning. To the comment that the couple should have checked their gas tank, maybe so but I've been in that situation where you think you'll have enough gas to get to the next gas station? That can happen to anybody. As for the comments that these people shouldn't have been wearing dark clothes, well it's just a thought but I'm sure that they weren't planning this and I'm sure had they known maybe they would have wore bright orange and yellow to appease you. This is a very horrible tragedy but instead of saying it’s their fault or it's her fault, remember there are 5 children without a mom and dad now, we should be thinking of them. If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all.
Posted by: D*D*H on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:46 AM
I'm sorry but for her to be pulling off the side of the road and hit them as hard as she did to do that much damage to her car, it look's to me as though she was looking for her phone and swerved and hit them at interstate speed to do that much damage and to kill them both she didn't pull off to the side there is no way, she swerved and accidentaly hit them, so why blame the victims for there dark clothing it was the drivers fought for failing to control her vehicle, so I feel she should be charged for a double homicide. AND MY SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY AND EVERY ONE WHO KNEW THEM AND ESPECIALLY THERE KID"S.....
Posted by: Elva on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:24 AM
My thought's and prayer's to Beth and Kent's familie's.I have known Beth for many year's.Went to school with her at Crum high(when it was a high school.She was a great person,teacher and mother.She also coached 1 of my daughter's in youth cheerleading and was a teacher to my daughter.I went to church with her when she'd go with her mom many many year's ago.She is surely going to be missed and my prayer's especially to the kid's and familie's of both the prince's andbrewers and their entire family member's.We will miss you and alway's love you Beth !!!! And Kent although i never knew him good my heart still break's for him.
Posted by: Pamela Meade on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:22 AM
beth and kent brewer will always be missed...and we are sending our prayers to heaven for the brewer family...well we all miss you guys and always will be in our memories...
Posted by: Tim on Nov 8, 2007 at 07:12 AM
This comment is for DJ that left the "What if" comment. How dare you place the blame on the Brewer family. No one has blamed Ms. Preece for this accident nor have any of us said this was intentional. However, you seem to want to place the blame on two people that lost their lives. Ms. Preece will have the chance to watch her children grow up (assuming that she has children) and the Brewers will not. Please explain that to their 13 year old daughter who has lost both parents. The Brewers will never see her go to prom, walk down the isle, or hold their grandchildren. Again we never blamed Ms Preece, however we do think that maybe she should get her story straight. If you have watched the news then you would know that she has made several different statements about what happened. She stated the Brewers walked out in front of her and then stated she was pulling over to use the cell phone. Which was it? We are not blaming her, but she does need to take responsibility for her actions
Posted by: Brenda on Nov 8, 2007 at 06:14 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the kids and the Lady that hit them. Only God knows why. You are in my Prayers and may God hold each and every one of you under and comfort you. God Bless.
Posted by: darlenecopley on Nov 8, 2007 at 05:28 AM
beth taught my kids maryjo heath and chris heath she was a wonderful teacher she went out of her way to help them we will be lost without her i also knew kent i went to school with him we will be praying for both of the families we love you both kent and beth you will be missed but never forgotton
Posted by: Sarah Thompson on Nov 8, 2007 at 05:26 AM
I am in shock. I have grew up with Beth's kids. I loved Beth to death.She coached me in cheerleading in middle school..and little league..She was a wonderful person.. I will miss her very much. My deepest sympathy goes out to Courtney,Ryan,Derrick,Alexis,Breezy and to her family. I will keep you all in my heart and in my prayers
Posted by: April 2nd....... on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:12 AM
everyone is saying tolsia high school, crum, fort gay...forget the schools.if you wanted to know beth and kent look to their children.their children are their life.Im long time friend of the family and distant family at that..we love you guys very much..derrick i went to school with you and i know how you got your nickname "MEANESS" but that is because your parents spoiled you in the best way a child could be spoiled..same as my parents...love..not just you but all of the children..the last time i talked to your mom she was all smiles because you found God in your life..I was having trouble with my mom at the time and she told me quote, "your mom was the happiest pregnant woman ive ever seen, life is short and stuff happens..don't not talk to your mom..we all know how she can be but she loves you better than anything.."You better believe i took her advice..she also told me that she loved you all better then anything and couldn't take it if you all didn't talk to her.kent loved you to
Posted by: Stephanie on Nov 8, 2007 at 04:01 AM
To Anonymous first of all Kent was my first cousin we grew up together and how dare you post a comment placing blame on my cousin and his wife for wearing dark clothes, thats what headlights are for and I am assuming you know MS. Preece and thats fine and you know what I havent seen one comment on here of any one including us the family that has said it was intentional, but you know what she walked away from the "ACCIDENT" did you see how I worded that just for you. Now do you need me to break that word down for you or can you look it up in the dictonary by yourself, and was you there do you know exactly what she was doing, NOOOO you dont but when the phone records are pulled we will know, you dont think that we the family derserve a better excuse than I was pulling over to use my cell phone so how dare you tell us not to post anything to hurt her feelings, what about our feelings our loss, children lost their parents, mothers and fathers lost their children. So if you dont like it tuff
Posted by: DJ on Nov 8, 2007 at 02:17 AM
What if , what ifs, that is always a question that is ask. I hate to see these cruel people taking their hurt out on the young lady . I have a what if for you .What if the Brewers had remembered to put gas in their automobile . This was their mistake also. Please stop hurting others by placing blame. If so blame one of the Brewer's that was driving the car on the interstate with no gas. That is not the bightest thing to do. It tears up your car , but even worse they the Brewers put themselves in harms way by walking on the interstate at 2:30 am (any time is dangerous) Stop and think befor you type and say your harmful words. you are hurt. We all are guilty of using cell phones. I don't use mine that often , but I am guilty of using my cell phone and so are most of you . stop the blaming and you can deal with it much better. It was a horrific accident . PRAYERS BE WITH BOTH FAMILIES .
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:46 AM
TOO WANDA , I AM SURE IT IS A TERRIBLE LOSS TO THE BREWER FRIENDS AND FAMILY, BUT I AM SURE THE 23 YR OLD LADY IS SUFFERING AND SOMETHING SHE IS GOING TO HAVE TO LIVE WITH , AT LEAST SHE WAS PULLING OFF THE INTERSTATE TO USE HER PHONE AND NOT TRYING TO DRIVE AND TALK. IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT , NO NEED TO BASH HER FOR DOING THE RIGHT THING, IT JUST TURNED INTO A HORRIBLE ACCIDENT . WHO EXPECTS TO SEE PEOPLE WALKING ON THE INTERSTATE EMERGENCY LANE ?? BE A GOOD HEART AND PRAY FOR WHAT SHE HAS LOST ALSO. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY AND ALSO WITH SARAH
Posted by: Tabetha on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:44 AM
Beth has been a friend of my family for years. I and one of her sons were born on the same day at the same hospital. My mother and Beth taught with each other for years. She was my English teacher and one of the best. Our prayers go out to the family..Love Dottie, Leon, Dustin, and Tabetha..
Posted by: Kathy on Nov 8, 2007 at 01:38 AM
Beth was my teacher for many years when I was in middle school! I love her very much. My prayers and thought are with the Prince family.
Posted by: Jodie on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:44 AM
I am so shocked to hear this. My prayers goes out to everyone involved. I will be praying for the families. Brent I am soooo sorry to hear this. I know you guys were so close and this is so sad. I will be praying for both of the families. I don't know how to get ahold of you Brent since you moved or I would call you but I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you all.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:27 AM
DARK CLOTHING??? It shouldn't have mattered what color clothing they were wearing...that is what headlights are for, right? I am sure that the young woman who was driving the car did not intentionally do this, but it leaves one to wonder WHY she could not see them...? And the photo of the car shows tremendous damage! Can such damage occur at a slow rate of speed? No one would attempt to pull off the road at a fast pace...so why could she not see them, or better yet, why could they not see the headlights and have time to jump out of the way??? There are just too many "why's" and "how's" in this story. If it were an accident, then I hope that the young lady can come to terms with it and move past it. But if she is in any way to blame, either by carelessness or negligence, I pray that she will find the courage to tell the whole truth so that the families of the victims can put some closure to this and not have to live out their lives with unanswered questions. Peace to all....
Posted by: Amanda Prince on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:24 AM
I will be praying for their children and families. My husband is related to J.D. and Myrtie Prince. May God give you peace and comfort at this horrible time!
Posted by: Tim on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:22 AM
Kent was my 1st cousin and will be sadly missed. He was the person who taught me how to drive a standard truck. I have alot of wonderful memories of him and Beth. I understand that this was a horrible tragedy and unintentional, however we still have alot of questions as to what really happened. The driver of the car has made several different statements and we would really like to know which one is true. Was she pulling off the road to use the cell phone or did they walk out in front of her or maybe there is something else she's not telling us. All we really know is the fact that we have lost loved ones. I love you Kent. You and Beth will be greatly missed.
Posted by: tiffany young on Nov 8, 2007 at 12:05 AM
Ms Brewer, was my english teacher for a while and it was a wonderful inpiration to me even tho i was only in her class for a short while but she will be sadly missed Tolsia will never be the same,I LOVE YOU MS BREWER..
Posted by: Wanda on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:44 PM
Kent was my cousin, his wife and I worked together at Crum Middle School. I would like for the family to contact me at 304-369-6906 and let me know of arrangements and what I can do to help. There are children now with no parents all over a cell phone. When I look at the picture of the car, my heart breaks, and I get mad!!!
Posted by: Lu on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:39 PM
I've known Beth for about 12 years, and her daughter is my best friend. Finding out that she had passed away is like a blow to the heart. I had her for Speech, and just Tuesday she and I had been talking about our next Speech assignment. She was the kind of person who reached out and made an impact on people, whether they wanted her to or not. She and Kent are both going to be missed terribly and my heart goes out to the family.
Posted by: Rachel Artrp on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:31 PM
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the kids of Beth. I grew up around Derek, Ryan, and Courtney. We were in little league together. I remember Beth as a very sweet and kind person. I just wanted to send my prayers to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. And I wish you all the best. The couple will be missed dearly by all
Posted by: Brandon Meddings on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:27 PM
My thoughts and Prayers go out to my family for the loss. Beth will surely be missed. She was a wonderful teacher, friend, and talented person. Her magnificent works of art will be missed inside classrooms and Silver Creek Church, but will always be remembered in the hearts of all. There "Ain't no grave going to hold her body down." May God be with the entire Prince family. May God also be with the lady who was driving the car. I am just a phone call away if anyone needs anything. Loves, Brandon Meddings
Posted by: Robin Spaulding on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:25 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with her parents, Myrtie and JD, her sisters, as well as her children, Derrick, Ryan, Courtney, Alexis, and Breezy. I went to school with Beth, and she has taught some of my children in school. She was also my daughter's middle school cheerleading coach. Beth had a great sense of humor, and she was always quick with a smile. I pray that God will send a comforter to help her family, as well as Kent's family, as they struggle through this tragedy. I will also remember the young woman who was driving the car, for I am sure that she must be traumatized as well. May God, in His infinite wisdom, grant you the strength that you need, the peace that you seek, and the courage to carry on as Beth would want you to do. With much love and deepest sympathy....
Posted by: Jennifer on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:19 PM
I have known Kent and Brent my whole life..I am a long distance relation to them...I have seen beth a few times but really didn't know her...My prayers go out to the family and i know they can get through this...I lived right beside Kent and Brent when they lived in Mingo County..They will Be missed by many...
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:15 PM
My heart goes out to all of the family. You are all in my prayers.
Posted by: Tolsia Highshcool student on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:00 PM
Beth was one of my teachers. She coached me in cheerleading at Ft Gay middle for 2 years. I really loved her. May God bless her entire family. she will be missed dearly!
Posted by: Joey M on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:56 PM
You know I have read all the reports about this accident where the lady said she was pulling over to use her cell phone when she struck them. Then i see the comments where someone said they were behind the lady that hit them and they stated they were walking on the interstate but what I am wondering is if in fact they were walking in the road why the right side of the car had all the damage if she wsa pulling over looks like the damage would have been to the left side of the car or at least middle way they also stated that the lady wasn't pulling over so what I am trying to figure out, is who knows what happened the person who was actually driving or the person behind her in the dark who wants to come on here and comment but refuses to be named for what ever reason you know I don't think it was intentional but I do feel we have yet to hear the truth and for that we have lost two loved ones what ever happened I hope this lady is more careful in the future
Posted by: Jamie Spaulding Paulsen on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:56 PM
Its hard to beleive that such a tragedy has happened to people we know and love. My heart goes out to all the family, but to Meanness and Ryan especially..This feels like a terrible nightmare and I have been heartbroken all day! I will be praying for you guys and your family and i will be telling everyone i know to pray for your comfort in this terrible, terrible time. Beth was one of my favorite teachers and she is deeply missed already. You never know when it will be your time to go. Its scary that you can be here one day and gone the next. But God has a plan and it will all work out. What we have to do is just remember the wonderful person she was and the wonderful memories we got to share with her. I love you all and God Bless You!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: karen meade on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:45 PM
BETH AND KENT BREWER-TWO GREAT PEOPLE THAT WE LOST THIS MORNING WILL BE MISSED DEARLY--SHE WAS A GREAT TEACHER AND TOLSIA HIGH SCHOOL WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT HER--UR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS--
Posted by: jayman on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:38 PM
this young lady killed innocent people she should have been paying attention to what she was doing instead of using her cell phone and pulling over. cell phones can be a life saver and a killer also. i drive alot on the highway with my work and all and everywhere you look someone is on the phone and they are not in full control of their vehicle. they are distracted by text messaging or talking. people need not to use them while they are driving if you have to call or answer a call dont do it go to the next exit and get off and not the berm of the road that is for emergencies only not a chatting lane.
Posted by: Joey Marcum on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:08 PM
You know it's hard to find the words to describe how you feel in a time like this Kent was my first cousin we spent alot of time together as kids we ate many of meals side by side my mom and his mom are sisters and as a family we laughed together, we cried together we were really close but as time has a way of doing we got older and went our seperate ways but we saw each other from time to time said our I Love You's gave each other a hug and went on our way it's a shame it takes something like this to make a person realize how much they love their family i have spent the day with my parents reliving some of these memories and I want my aunt to know that we love her very much and will be praying for her and the family and will see them soon I am just so sorry it will be under such conditions and I also want to say a few words about Beth i went all through school with her we had many classes together she was always laughing and smiling she had many friends and will be greatly missed
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:03 PM
Beth was a great mother, teacher, and person. All our hearts go out to their family, especially the children. Tolsia High and its community have suffered an immesurable loss.
Posted by: Brandi on Nov 7, 2007 at 09:27 PM
I knew kent brewer.i grew up with bubby kent as we called him.he will be sadly missed very much.i love and miss him.i'm praying for him and all of his family.i was really little when i seen him last but the memories will still be cherished in my heart forever and always.i love and miss you bubby kent and i will never ever forget you.my prayers go out to bubby brent,loretta,paula gail.he is in our hearts and will never be taken out.i love you and i will miss you sooo much bubby kent.
Posted by: ken on Nov 7, 2007 at 09:26 PM
what a tragic accident
Posted by: KYLE on Nov 7, 2007 at 09:06 PM
I CAME TO SCHOOL TODAY AND FOUND OUT THAT MY WONDERFUL TEACHER HAD DIED I WHENT TO CLASS AND JUST STARTED CRYIN ME AND HER WAS GOOD FRIENDS AND ALLWAYS WILL BE I NEW IF I EVER NEEDED ANYTHING SHE WOULD BE THERE FOR ME I LOVE YOU MS. BREWER
Posted by: Elaine Scarsella on Nov 7, 2007 at 08:56 PM
To Derrick and family. I am so very sad and shocked to hear of your mom's passing. There are no words to express my feelings. All of us here in Pennsylvania are praying for you and your family right now. May the good Lord of all Heaven and earth be with you all now in your hour of need. Derrick you are a special young man that has touched many lives here. I know that special gift came from your lovely Mom.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 08:54 PM
What a tragedy for both families. My heart goes out to the family that lost their loved ones and also to the other girl that accidentally hit them. She will have to live with that from now on even though there was probably nothing she could have done to prevent it. It was truly a terrible accident. Please don't post comments that would make her feel any worse than she already does. This was just a terrible, terrible accident.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 08:47 PM
To Posted by:Anonymous,Who said you was behind the lady that hit this couple and that she did not pull off the highway at all like the Police said. If thats the case and the Deputies said she pulled off to use her cell phone. If I was the family of this couple,I would find out if that womans cell phone was in use before, during and after this accident. they should pass a law that cell phones not be used while driving and if an accident is involved the cell phones should by law be checked to see what time the cell phones were in use,if they were in use people should be charged with it!If this woman had her HeadLigihts on,the couple most likely saw her car. She should have saw them if she had her HEADLIGHTS on and She Slowed Down To Pull Off The Road as the Deputies Stated TO USE HER CELL PHONE! If the picture in this article is the womans car that hit this people looks like she was going pretty fast for someone who slowed down before these people were hit!Thanks Anonymous for your story!
Posted by: Joni Waller on Nov 7, 2007 at 08:45 PM
Kent was my husbands(Brian Waller) second cousin and even tho I have been in the family for almost 6 years I still have yet to meet them all and this includes Kent and his family.I just wanted to let the family know we have them in our hearts and prayers and that we love them all.GOD BLESS
Posted by: clayborn and tammy on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:40 PM
brent we are sorry and our prayers are with you and your family, we have known kent for many years,he has always been a dear friend, clayborn tammy and family
Posted by: Nancy Marcum on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:36 PM
We the Marcum Family has know Beth & Beth's family for many year. We are shocked & disbelief, of the lost of Beth and Kent. We will be in prayer for the family and if we can be of any assisants to the family then let us know by the following email. Dreama Baker
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:36 PM
I would just like to say that my prayers go out to the families to all of the victims and that includes Ms.Preece. This was truly an accident and I wish people would quit posting hurtful remarks towards the driver. She was pulling over to use her cell phone as we are told to do for safety purposes. Also, if you want to play the blame game, the pedestrians were wearing dark colored clothing at the time of the accident so they were very hard to see. No one is to blame and again this is a horrible accident for all of the parties involved. Again, do not blame Ms.Preece as it was an accident and no one is thinking about how hurtful the comments are to her. Ms.Preece is an honest, sensitive and caring person who would and has helped many people out in their time of need. Please keep everyone in your prayers.
Posted by: Toshanna Marcum on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:32 PM
I will miss how she made me believe in myself, the little ways she would push me to do better and for giving me the chance to do what I never knew I could do, She was my all time favorite cheerleading coach, She taught me how to be a Back, a side, a base and even a top. I will never forget you Mrs. Brewer. my prayers are with your family and also with Kent's family We'll miss him also
Posted by: Melissa on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:22 PM
My heart goes out to Derek, Ryan, Courtney, Alexis, and Breana, As you know Beth has touched many lives, We will miss her and Kent very much. I have know Beth and her family for many many years, But became closer to Beth 16 years ago when my oldest daughter started cheering youth league Basketball at Crum, In the years after she coached my 2nd daughter at Tolsia youth league Cheerleading for football, and my 3rd daughter as a Middle School Special Olympic Assistant. I have spent time with her and her mother Myrtie Mae at The Big Sandy Civic Arena Volunteering for our Tolsia All Star Cheerleaders, My Children was also Students of Beth's, I think she was recently helping her sister at Tug Valley High School coaching the cheerleaders. Beth will be missed Tug Valley and Tolsia High Schools Both placed first at regional cheer competition and will be competing for State TiTles in just a few weeks, I know all the Cheerleaders will be preforming with Beth in thier hearts. God Bless
Posted by: charles (kelly) on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:15 PM
She was a very kind person and will always be remembered in my heart. (WE will miss u Mrs.Brewer)
Posted by: Aimee on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:08 PM
This is certainly a tragedy! What are the odds of Ms. Preece pulling off the road in the exact location, at the exact time that these two people were walking. Pulling off of the interstate before using a cell phone is ideal. Slowing down on the interstate before pulling off is not an option, at the speeds people travel on the interstate you could easily by ran over by a vehichle behind you. All that can be said is that this is a tragedy for all involved, and that all involved need our prayers.
Posted by: Tolsia Student on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:54 PM
I went to school today and found out about the terribile accident. I broke down in tears to find that a very close person to me was no longer with us. Mrs. Brewer was a very inspirational person and loved what she did, teach. She will always be remembered and loved. May God Bless her family. Take care.
Posted by: Sgt. Kabuki on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:53 PM
Motorists should avoid stopping on Interstate highways if at all possible, take measures to make themselves visible, and shield themselves from traffic when stopping is unavoidable. Motorists should prepare themselves for emergency situations by carrying retroreflective clothing, flares, and other conspicuity-enhancing equipment. Vests containing retroreflective and fluorescent materials are available and fit easily into the glove compartment of a car. Motorists should drive safely off the Interstate at the first sign of a problem. In the event of a flat tire, it is better to exit the highway than to attempt to salvage a tire that may already be beyond repair. Drivers who are unable to pull off the Interstate should turn their hazard lights on and try to pull over to the far right shoulder. If available, drivers can use a cellular telephone or nearby emergency call box to request assistance. Motorists should avoid making repairs on the Interstate.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:46 PM
i would like to say that this is a huge tradigey. i knew kent and beth both. they were like memberes of my family. they have been in my life since i was born. this is hard for everyone on this community. i would like to tell there kids that im sorry for their loss, and i love them all. i thik that the woman should have watched where she was going. she should have turned her cell phone off, or she could have wated until she got where she was going before she used it. i lnow that i wont use mine anymore. i would also like to tell brent that im sorry for his loss and that i love him. Sorry to all of ther efamily members.
Posted by: Brian on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:44 PM
Mrs.brewer was my teacher at Tolsia High School i had her twice a day 1st and 8th period for english and writing and i miss her alot and my heart goes out to her kids and her family she will always be remembered
Posted by: lori on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:42 PM
my heart broke when i heard about what happen to this family .......they have 5 kids and one of them i say sorry to is brianna ...im sorry for what happen to your mom and dad i know its hard for you to go through this ......you will find a way to get through this breezy....with all my luck lori messer .... dont never forget you always have your mom and dad with you in your heart..........
Posted by: Grace on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:39 PM
Mrs. Brewer was a teahcer of mine and she and Mr. Brewer had children. She is always in our hearts. But she could always light up our days. She is loved by all and missed dearly. She was my teahcer at Tolsia High School. We all will miss her.
Posted by: Diana on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:36 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Brewer family. Growing up I spent many nights at their house, although I was friends with Donna and Paula, I also have good memories of Kent and Brent. My heart aches for Kents mother and his family.
Posted by: marla and michael blake on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:31 PM
myrtie, jennifer, courtney, alexis, you and your whole family are in our prayers we are here for you and we are so sad for your loss, god bless you love maggie marla mike and joey blake
Posted by: Janie on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:25 PM
My heart goes out to the family's. You are in my prayers. This is a terrible thing to happen and I think it could of been avoided. No one should be using a cell phone unless it is an emergency situation. It seems to me by the damage of the vehicle that the girl didn't seem to have slowed down and get off the interstate, that is only my opinion. I feel that the couple would of gotten out of the way if they had seen lights of a car pulling off slowing. I am sure they didn't have a chance to get out of the way by the damage of the ladies car. This is so terrible and shouldn't of happened. May God be with the family
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:23 PM
My heart goes out to the survivors of Mrs.Brewer and Kent Brewer. You will be missed dearly Mrs. Brewer. School was ver tragic today.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:19 PM
im sooooo soooo sorry for what has happened. i loveeeeeee you all and i will def. be praying for the family!
Posted by: shelby on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:18 PM
Mrs.Brewer was my teacher @ F.G.M.S my 6th grade yeear. she was a very sweet person.i am so sorry about what happend to her and her husband.i am very sorry BREZZEY and the rest of the family.ur mom was a very sweet preson.she would do what ever she could to help someone who needed it.
Posted by: Tabitha on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:18 PM
Mrs. Brewer was my Cheerleading Coach in Middle School (Crum) My thoughts and prayers go out to her family...
Posted by: Caitlin on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:16 PM
What happened to Beth and Kent was a tragedy. That woman must have been going pretty fast to be pulling over to the side. There are a lot of unanswered questions right now but soon there will be answers. Mrs. Brewer was my teacher last year and in 8th grade. She was wonderful and I'm going to miss her =/
Posted by: Peggy and Harold on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:14 PM
Out thoughts and prayers are with the Brewer Family.
Posted by: Tara on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:11 PM
I am diff. in shock. Beth was my cheer coach's sister. She hardly ever missed practice, and she just helped me become a better person by pushing me to who she knew i could be. It is so devestating to know the everything happened so fast, and in the blink of an eye my life along with tons of others has changed. Beth will never be forgotten, and always be missed.The family is in my prayers. God will pull you through it. I love you guys.
Posted by: Kara Thompson on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:10 PM
I am in shock. I have grew up with Beth's kids. I loved Beth to death. I will miss her very much. My deepest sympathy goes out to Beth's kids and to her family. I will keep you all in my heart and in my prayers.
Posted by: Robin on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:09 PM
I have known Kent and Beth Brewer for many years. Everyone is expressing there sympathy for Beth's family, but lets not forget that Kent has family as well. My toughts and prayers are with Brent, Loretta and Paula Gail and the whole Brewer family. I know Kent and Beth will be sadly missed.
Posted by: Heather Heck on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:08 PM
My condolences to Beth's children and her surviving family. I taught with Beth at Crum Middle. She was a great person, very caring, warm, and with a great sense of humor. The state of West Virginia and children of Wayne County have lost a great teacher who may never really be "replaced". She will be greatly missed.
Posted by: Clay's 7th period WV Hst Class on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:05 PM
Our heart goes out to Breezy and her family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. 5th period WV Studies Class at Crum Middle
Posted by: Pam on Nov 7, 2007 at 05:42 PM
I was driving on the interstate in that area today and saw news crews both times I drove by there. I wondered what was going on. When I got home I heard the news, stopped immediately and prayed for both families involved. I have read all the comments and it troubles me to think people are being so mean and judgemental. First of all, my first thought was why were these people out at 2:30am? There had to be emeregencies involved. Would a person pulling off the road for any reason expect to see two people walking down the side of the road at this hour? I would not! When I pull off the road, I pull off the road I pull over and gradually slow down. None of us were there and we do not know exactly what happened. I know the Brewer's family must be devastated. We also need to think about the young lady that hit them. She will have to live with this the rest of her life. This WAS NOT intentional. Please let's all take a lesson, and really think before we speak. All are in our prayers, Pam
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 05:41 PM
I was actually behind the young lady this morning who hit the couple. I know the paper and news are reporting she pulled over and hit the couple, she did not leave the highway, the couple were infact walking on a portion of the highway. It was very sad and it was a total accident, no one is to blame. The young lady who hit this couple was histerical and needs prayer as well as the family of the victoms. We gave our statement to the police on scene.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 05:31 PM
My heart goes out to Beth's family and her kids. She will definitely be missed at Tolsia. I, too, have known Beth and her family for quite some time. I'm sure that she is in a much better place now. This is just another example of how quickly life can change. She will be missed greatly and remembered by all at Tolsia High School, students and faculty. God be with Derrick, Ryan, Alexis, Courtney, and Brianna.
Posted by: Shasta on Nov 7, 2007 at 05:04 PM
Mrs. Brewer was my teacher last year at Tolsia High School. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I am very sorry for their loss.
Posted by: Susie Doss on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:47 PM
I am in shock. I have know Beth Brewer for years, She was a devote Christain and had a strong beief in God. Beth taught my children at both Tolsia High School as well as Fort Gay Middle School. She also coached my daughters through out cheerleading, She came from a very VERY close family and my prayers go out to each one of her Children, Derrick, Ryan, Courtney, Alexis & Brianna as well as Beth'sisters Jennifer, Theresa and Frankie. She is the daughter of the wonderful Myrtie Prince who gives the world to her kids and grandchilren. and D. Prince. I wish everyone could have known her and her family, she will be greatly missed. My heart is broken for her family, May God give each one of the the peace they will need to get the through life and the strength just to wake up each day. I love you all and may God fforever reign in your lives. I wish I could do Beth justice and ease the pain of her family with my words, only God can help them, I ask everyone to pray for the Brewer family.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:42 PM
Mrs. Brewer taught the students at Tolsia at Crum Middle School and Fort Gay Middle, and then again at Tolsia High School. She was a wonderful, caring, loving person, and the most talented teacher I have ever known. Everywhere I looked today I saw crying students and crying teachers. Where were the grief counselors? We all needed them. The faculty and students at Crum Middle, becuase her daughter attends Crum Middle. Tolsia High School because she taught there and her daughter is a senior at Tolsia, and the faculty lost a dear friend. We are in STRESS and SHOCK mode. We need help dealing with this. Our prayers go to her family, especially her parents and her five wonderful children, which we have had the honor of teaching. Our hope is that whatever happened, will be a lesson for someone on the road in the future. Our prayers go to Ms. Preece, also. She needs help coping with this situation, also. PEOPLE, put down the cell phones, Ipods, CD's,etc. DRIVE! LOOK! BE AWARE!
Posted by: Rebecca rowe on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:38 PM
I am so sorry for what has happenedto thye brewer family... Mrs.Brewer was my teacher enery since 7thgrade and I had her for 7th and8th period at tolsia. Tell Lexy and Breeze I am there for them and if they need anything to e-mail me. Soryy for ur lose... Love Always Rebecca Rowe!!!
Posted by: Lothar on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:37 PM
From reading the story, it appears as if the driver was not using a cell phone. She was pulling over to use her cell phone. You should only pull over on the interstate in emergency situations. I don't see how this is any more negligent than walking along the interstate in the dark wearing dark clothing. It is a tragedy for all involved. Pointing fingers doesn't help matters.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:35 PM
its so sad what happened to bethand kent i knew both of them beth taught both of by kids she was really akind nice person they both will be missed
Posted by: Tessa on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:22 PM
I couldn't believe this, this morning at school. It had all been a rumor, then it was real. Several said she wasn't dead ... I just wish that had been true. Beth Brewer had been my English teacher one year at FGMS (a great one at that) and was over the Drama Club that had just been started at Tolsia High School. I'll miss because she was awesome. My heart and prayers go out to her children and family. In loving memory of Beth Brewer. We'll Miss You Dearly. <3
Posted by: Tammy on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:17 PM
I was a substitute aide yesterday at Tolsia High School for the first time and Mrs. Brewer and I ate lunch together in the teacher's lounge. I feel blessed that I was given the chance to know her kind personality and her fun sense of humor. My heart and prayers go out to both families and friends. May God Bless you Tolsia High School (and community).Mrs. Tammy
Posted by: Elaine on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:14 PM
These folks were from Silver Creek area of Crum WV, Not Crosslanes as the story has been told. Bethann Brewer use to be a Price before she married Kent. She was also a High School Teacher a Tulsa HS just outside of Fort Gay WV. My sympathy goes out to there families.
Posted by: wl on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:48 PM
would lights on the interstate have prevented the deaths of the people, maybe or maybe not...I blame the state for no lighting on that part of the interstate, get near the dog track lights are every where......you go figure...
Posted by: Kaley Belg on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:41 PM
Mrs.Brewer was nice she was a really good teache she was so about school church and the kids we all loved her our whloe school was so sad today everyone was cying the priniple Matt was so sad it jus broke his heart to see a good teacher go ill always miss her i love u and will always remember u
Posted by: jessica on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:35 PM
What's going on is that people are getting careless and aren't paying attention to what they should be doing. I feel deeply sorry fot the Brewer families, and for Sarah, who does have to live with this the rest of her life. This is such a horrible accident. If people paid attention more to driving their vehicles, then talking on the phone, changing the radio station, or putting a CD in the player, or their dogs in the vehicle, then most of the accidents now a days could be avoided. But again I say, I am deeply sorry for the Brewer families and for Sarah and her family. My prayers and thoughts go out to all them!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:22 PM
Pulling over to use a cell phone? needs to watch where she's going. can not believe hwo ridiculous things are becoming when they license drivers who can't stay on the road and maintain control of a vehicle...
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:11 PM
To the family of Bethana my prayers are with you, she was a wonderful and sweet person. Lots of love and prayers.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 03:07 PM
cell phones in cars, thats the problem. why can't the auto industry install a device that kills cell signals while the engine is on?
Posted by: Mary Bowen on Nov 7, 2007 at 02:31 PM
I Miss You Dearly Beth at school, it will never be the same without you. you and your family will always be in my prayers. i love you dearly.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 02:14 PM
Beth will truly be missed. She was a teacher at Tolsia High School and had been involved with the community for many years. My prayers go out to Mrs. Brewer's five children and the rest of her family.
Posted by: Stephanie White on Nov 7, 2007 at 01:34 PM
OMG! This is so terrible this is my fist cousin and his wife, I am still in shock. I can't believe this I just dont understand if she was pulling off the road to use her cell phone which is a smart idea but let's face how many people do that? It's seems that she wouldnt have been going that fast or at least not fast enough to do so much damage...I am sorry I am just trying to make since of this whole situation. I know that accidents happen and sometimes we don't have control over things, but two lives have been lost and someone needs to give a little better explanation than i was pulling off the road to use my cell phone! To all my family I love you and I will see you soon!
Posted by: unknown on Nov 7, 2007 at 01:21 PM
My heart and prayers go out to both the young girl and the families of the two that were killed... This young girl with have to live with this the rest of her life and my heart goes out to her deeply..
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 12:35 PM
Beth was a teacher at Tolsia High School and had been a cheerleading coach at the middle schools where she had taught formerly. She leaves behind several children as well as her parents and her sisters. This is such a sad thing. She was raised in the Crum area, and the whole community is in shock. Our prayers and thoughts are with her parents Myrtie and JD Prince, and her sisters, as well as her beloved children. May God bless them with the comfort that only He can give as they endure this loss.
Posted by: jennifer on Nov 7, 2007 at 12:29 PM
I am very sad about this accident. My younger brother and sister where students of Mrs. Brewer's, and I am a former class mate of Ms.Preece. My deepest sympathies go to the families; you are in my prayers.
Posted by: derrick on Nov 7, 2007 at 12:24 PM
The two pedestrians didnt live far from me.Beth was my seventh period teacher at Tosial high school.I knew kent from my uncle and there sons.I just wanted to say that
Posted by: unknown on Nov 7, 2007 at 11:20 AM
alot of people been getting run over and killed lately.....whats happening????my prayers and thoughts go out to the family
Posted by: natisha on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:30 AM
In the last couple of weeks there has been many people hit out on our highways.I know of at least 5 people.
Posted by: Samantha Hayton on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:26 AM
I am so sorry for your lost!! Mrs. Brewer was a great teacher and we will miss her very much!
Posted by: Ashley Riffle on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:21 AM
I am so sorry for what happend to the Brewer family. Mrs.Brewer was a great teacher and alot of people are going to miss her.
Posted by: Marissa Doss on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:19 AM
I am really sorry for what had happened To the family of Mrs.Brewers.She was my teacher ever since the 6th grade and shes been there for me sinse I was a baby.Well Im sorry for what happened I really am but I gotta go. Love Always Marissa Doss
Posted by: rebecca rowe on Nov 7, 2007 at 10:13 AM
family of mrs. brewer and mr. brewer I am so sorry for what has happened to them and tell the kids I said sorry for what has happened and that there in a good place
Posted by: Rachel on Nov 7, 2007 at 09:53 AM
This is an unexpected accident. They will truely be missed by their family and friends. All of our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Posted by: Anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 at 08:31 AM
The speed limit is way too fast on the interstate. 70 miles an hour now means 75 and 80 for some people..
Posted by: Ryan on Nov 7, 2007 at 07:14 AM
This is the 5th person hit by a car this week. What is going on?
Posted by: so sad... on Nov 7, 2007 at 06:16 AM
OMG.. That makes the 7th time someone has been killed by a car..what puzzles me is two at a time though.. thats sad.. i'll just wait till the rest of the story comes out to comment anymore. bless those familys and children if they had any..
Posted by: Geography on Nov 7, 2007 at 04:35 AM
uhhh...that would be Kanawha County..not Putnam
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  • Posted By: : Seems to me the more than one person has too much time on their hands. I don't understand why people get on here and bash each other's comments. Why don't you all get jobs. WOW, don't think I will return to this section of the webpage anymore.
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Hello working people of WV this is Big Earl and people there is nothing wrong with eating good wholesome foods like bacon sausage eggs lard flour and the like all these PETA types are ganging up on our good food like you cant go to a baseball game now and get a hotdog without a PETA nut bothering you boo hooing about the poor little pig that turned out as a hotdog. Now my favorite restaurant in the world Kentucky Fired Chicken has thrown in twith these nuts and is grilling chicken now. Chicken was never meant to be grilled only fried regular or extra crispy. So people I say get busy we have work to do they is two states in front of us we in WV have to reclaim our top spot as best fed in the whole country go down to the foodland or kroger and get a cube of regular mountain dew a sack of Lays chips and some good ball park big red smokeys with a big bowl of chili and have a grill out tomorrow to celebrate the fourth of July in style and may I say God bless the USA and coal miners too.
  • Posted By: food for thought: Yes I am a Christian. I do need to understand the book of Revelation more and the end time prophecy. Like most I have the concept of it. Just to make it short, government dependence(happening more than ever) and is almost being forced for the citizens of this country to rely on. Cap and trade?(sign of the mark of the beast?)I don't know. I am ready. You that believe in science is fine, I do too. I do not go as far as to believe every report they give out. I pose this question. if you are so worried about global warming that means you don't like heat or burning:correct? Hmmm, think on this of what in Revelation I do understand. The lake of fire is where the worm dieth not and the fire is never quenched. Eternity is forever, on this Earth we are just passing through.
  • Posted By: to why: no ,hetrosexuals wont go to hell any slower than gays.adultry fornication,stealing lying murder etc,are all sins.every one sins,it just that you cant say you want to be a christian,and keep on with bad habits or not want to change and expect god to say thats all right.life is a struggle for all of us.we are expected to repent and try our hardest to do whats right.god respects that.you are not in any more danger than any other sinner.i know that homosexuality is a sin but so is adultry.would we tell an adulter that its all right to keep on hurting their marriage and spouse and thats alright,no.i would rather live beside an honest caring,productive gay person than a dishonest evil selfish nosy buissybody any day.we are only responsible for our own sins and actions.you sound stressed,lighten up.but homosexuality is a sin,like adultry and fornication,nobody gets a free pass.
  • Posted By: Patty: Good points, Htiek, but the status quo with coal mining, which is a dirty business, no matter how it is marketed, i.e., "clean coal" (coal is dirty, period), will remain till the resources are depleted, the land and environment of the coal fields are destroyed, which is pretty much the case at present.
  • Posted By: bonn: One more thing and I really will stop. Why does the weather cycle? I do not know everything-no one does. But everything has its purpose. Sometimes, more cold is called for. If we don't have hard winters snakes and mosquitoes thrive, for one. Mosquitoes are a large part of fish diet. And snakes keep rodents in check. But too much cold hurts other things that call for warmer temps. Quail is one thing that comes to mind that suffer in the frigid temps. We just don't understand all of the workings of these things. But it is all to keep a balance-many times in things we ourselves have killed off, such as bear and wolves. Even if we don't like some species, they all serve a purpose and nature helps keep that balance. Our world really was wonderfully made. With all the changes in temperature, we still have seasons. You can know it will be cold in winter and hot in summer. The excesses serve a purpose we sometimes can not see. Strive to learn of all of her wonders, not follow blindly.
  • Posted By: bonn: I would like to apologize if I have been short and critical. I really am sorry. It is no excuse, but I have a very sick child who may be dying and I get so upset at the state of our world. I do have to quit reading these comments. But I hope I have caused a few people at least to think with their own common sense instead of blindly following whatever. Some theories may be correct. But many ARE for monetary purposes. We each were given a mind to think with. Question everything before taking it as it appears. And be sure and thank a veteran for the freedom we celebrate this weekend. Too many have died to protect it to just give it up willingly. And whether or not you are religious, lets try to love one another. Love can fix so many things! Try to keep our world clean, But that doesn't have to bankrupt us. We can all do our part in whatever ways we can. The old saying "Give a hoot, don't pollute" should not have gone out of style. And use your wikipedia to read "Ice Age" to see cycling.
  • Posted By: Follow up on cap and rape: CNSNews.com) – The 1,400-page cap-and-trade legislation pushed through by House Democrats contains a new federal policy that residential, commercial, and government buildings be retrofitted to increase energy efficiency, leaving it up to the states to figure out exactly how to do that. This means that homeowners, for example, could be required to retrofit their homes to meet federal “green” guidelines in order to sell their homes, if the cap-and-trade bill becomes law. The bill, which now goes to the Senate, directs the administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop and implement a national policy for residential and commercial buildings. The purpose of such a strategy – known as the Retrofit for Energy and Environmental Performance (REEP) – would be to “facilitate” the retrofitting of existing buildings nationwide.In other words all your appliances-heating-stove -fridge-windows-would have to meet green standards before we sell SOCAILISM HAS ARRIVED YESWEDID
  • Posted By: ANOTHER YES WE CAN: First you paid to insure your car. Soon you may have to add health insurance premiums to that stack of monthly bills as well. In a revamped health care system envisioned by senators, people would be required to carry health insurance just like motorists must get auto coverage now. The government would provide subsidies for the poor and many middle-class families, but those who still refuse to sign up would face fines of more than $1,000. The details were unveiled Thursday in a health care overhaul bill supported by key Senate Democrats looking to fulfill President Barack Obama's top domestic priority.SOCAILISM IS HERE The Congressional Budget Office estimated the fines would raise around $36 billion over 10 years. Senate aides said the penalties would be modeled on the approach taken by Massachusetts, which now imposes a fine of about $1,000 a year on individuals who refuse to get coverage. Under the federal legislation, families would pay higher penalties than individuals
  • Posted By: bonn: Good grief! The brain washing has gone so far it will never get better. Some of this way of thinking makes me physically ill in my stomach. All of one mind! Mindless devotion to whatever is contrary to common sense and whatever theory is being passed around. Most families have both parents working, some two jobs, just to make it now. Soon you won't even be able to work enough to carry your family, the government and the ones who won't work. Then you will be disposable and they will start killing you off because you can't give them enough money. But you will blindly keep following. It is easy to see how Hitler took control and how it is being set up for the antichrist to take control. I quit. I will never read another comment. And Kris, did that nut not know the sky has always appeared blue? Hahaha Goodbye. I know you will reply, but I won't be reading it. Never again. Either you believe God or the scientists. I choose God. And freedom!
  • Posted By: cap and trade: world net daily has an informative article on home ownership and all buildings in u.s.it is about total government control of everyone.you will have to answer to the gov.or else.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: To Pearl: Thanks for the comment. I try to be an adult and make the usual comments and complaints, But how would you feel if every time you wrote something, Someone would respond back with their own opinions and say that you are wrong! Just the other day I wrote how my child was injured at Camden Park! Of course RoaneCo. had to write something and attack me about my decision to get angry about the situation. Yes, I agree that I should just turn the other cheek but I was raised to stand up for myself!! Why I'm a target I'll never know but I think that I have a right just like everyone else on here and to say my opinion on things whether people agree or not.
  • Posted By: Why?: EVERYONE SINS! Why is being gay the worst sin that sends you "straight" to HELL? Heterosexuals can do all the "sining" they want and still go to heaven but LGBT can't.
  • Posted By: Justme: Coal mining has been around for years and years. I'm sick of all these nuts that are griping about mining. You nuts are always griping. Maybe you need to get a life. If your so against it.. Then turn your lights out. And stop using the power. Move on, and stop taking jobs away from our miner's.
  • Posted By: Htiek: What always amazes me about people in WV is their slavish devotion to coal mining even though it is killing the planet, costs more jobs than it creates, poisons the water, destroys the mountains, scars the land, kills the snail darter, and other horrible things. Things are all so backwards in this country why dont we switch over to something that lasts and is free like the sun and wind? Even if the president said that stuff and I doubt he did and even if he did you are misquoting him or taking him out of context he is right if there is one sure way to get people to stop turning their air conditioners down to 76 it is to raise the price, just like gasoline. People we can learn to ride bikes and walk again, just like they did in the old days, that will help give us exercise and decrease the obesity rate in WV. Food is another area, the slop that people eat like MacDonalds, trans fats, regular soft drinks, anybody with half a brain knows the intelligent thing to do is tax regular soda pop.
  • Posted By: Gandalf: A tea party? Oh my! I must relay this information to my friend Alice and the Mad Hatter. Door Mouse and Rabbit too. They will be thrilled! Oh my bad, must have picked out the wrong book today. Ta Ta!
  • Posted By: Pearl: Roane Co why dont you and Jane pursue your romance elsewhere the yell is for complaints.
  • Posted By: Kris: Just throwing this out there. I'm sitting on my couch wearing sweat pants and short sleeve shirt. I'm thinking about shuting my windows and turning on my heat. Shouldn't I be turning on the air conditioner instead? It's the 2nd of July. Not saying it's global warming but it doesn't seem right. Haven't heard of any heat warning anywhere is the US so far this summer. Great for us but doesn't feel right.
  • Posted By: Kris: Hi Bonn, it is true that these cycles do occur over time. Scientists have taken core samples from the earth and the ice to show these cycles. However, none of the samples show such a dramatic change in such a short period of time. I am a smoker and I will admit that my second hand smoke can and probably will effect the lungs of a non-smoker. The tons of carbon monoxide and other pollutants that we release into our atmosphere HAS TO have an effect on our atmosphere. True story: there was a scientist that day after day after day couldn't figure out why the sky was so blue and clear. Then it struck him, there hadn't been ANY planes in the air for three days. That was 911. What you put out, is what you get back. If you put love out, you will get love back. If you put out negativity, you will get negativity back. For every action, there is a reaction whether it's good or bad. It's in our hands to do our best not to cause an adverse impact to our planet. Peace to ALL!
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Hello again good working coal mining people of WV this is the coal miners friend Big Earl with news of yet another hippie plot to stick there big noses further into our business now some of these people in Congress has throwed in with the tree huggers they are trying to make it so you cannot sell your house without some nut from the hippie EPA coming in and inspecting it to make sure you are green enough to suit there tastes. This so called cap and trade bill that these busy body do gooders are pushing on us will destroy our jobs and run up the electric bills so that everybody will have to live like the Waltons with 27 people under one roof just to keep warm. Now the average hippie longhair don’t care noway because they would have us all living in mud huts riding mules wearing sandals and weaving baskets to load down with califlowers and arougalas tofu and alfalfa to take up on some worthless mountaintop as an offering to there windmill god instead of having nice homes, cars, a job and cool air in the summer and heat in the winter ALL THANKS TO THE COAL MINER. Anything to bother people attracts these hippies like flies to a cowpie.
  • Posted By: to hteik: hteik has 2 comment .the global warming one was hillarous.it was june 30.he must not have gotten the same public education i did,he was taught that we had satellites in colonial time.but then again he think algoe is really smart,he doesnt know al didn,t really invent the innernet.i think fox news and conservative talk radio would do him a world of good,he,d be shocked at what he doesn,t know.
  • Posted By: Amy: Hey Keith, I must have missed that interview because I was busy clinging to my guns and religion. No, really, I did see it. It's kind of strange how people become so shocked when this stuff is introduced in the House of Reps. Obama outlined every plan he intended to get pushed through and a lot of people just didn't listen. Next time I hope people vote for the best candidate not the best slogan. Yes we can....bankrupt the nation!
  • Posted By: Patriot1: Tea Party: There will be a tea party in Grayson, Ky on July 4th. It will be held at the City Park from 4:00-6:30PM
  • Posted By: Dave: The seat belt law is no law. Its nothing but a deliberate attempt to extort money off the American people,use communist law and control the populace. THE PEOPLE HAVE NEVER VOTED ON IT, BUT THEY ARE TRYING TO GET YOU BELIEVE THAT IT WILL SAVE LIVES. TELL THEM TO GIVE YOU THE FIGURES ON ACCIDENTAL OPERATIONS.And if that doesn't satisfy you then why are we allowing our young brave soldiers to be killed,and for whom? WHY AREN'T THESE NEWSPAPERS BRINGING THIS INFORMATION TO THE PEOPLE? Because the nations 96% are owned and controled by the WEALTHIEST.
  • Posted By: bonn: I was trying to make a point. Perhaps not in the best way. I get so discouraged seeing what is happening around us. One group of scientists call for us to spread soot on all the snow up north to absorb heat to counter the coming ice age. Another (more popular) group calls for painting our roofs white to reflect the heat that is melting our ice caps. Which group is right? Neither. Our earth is doing exactly as it has been doing all along. Cycling naturally. Did it plan it all on its own? Hardly. But no one wants to hear that. It reminds me of "chicken little" yelling "the sky is falling". Only this is not so funny-this is control. And what is even sadder is-people seem to WANT to be controlled. This earth will continue as always until one preplanned day it all comes to a screeching halt. Then a new earth will be created. I will not be caught off guard. I read The Book. I know where I will be. Do you? And do you really enjoy giving those schemers your money that much? I hope one day...
  • Posted By: Keith: A few questions for the Yell audience: Does anyone remember when Obama gave that interview in SanFran Cisco and said that he would not prevent the construction of a coal fired plant, but his policies would bankrupt anybody that tried to build one? That policy was cap and trade. I heard O say that energy prices, under his administration, would "necessairly skyrocket." Is this the hope and change you guys voted for? How will you afford your electric and gas service under this man who cares so much for the poor? Obama said once that he was not bothered that the price of gas had risen so high, just that it happened so fast. How does everyone feel about the gas price? Obama raked John Pablo McCain over the coals for suggesting health care benefits be taxed as income, now he is going to do the same thing to pay for "free" care to illegal aliens, deadbeats, etc...but union workers will be exempt from this tax. How does that make you feel if you work for a living and are not in a union? H&C
  • Posted By: Amy: Hteik, "all is well" because people like us! Give me a break. If all were well, we would not have the largest unemployment rate in 26 years. The stimulus package would prevent it from going above 8%, remember? How is Iran not our business but Honduras is? The people of Honduras have a Constitution very similar to ours and we should support the people not an extremist who is trying to take over their country. The 22nd Amendment does a great service for our nation. IF it would be reversed that would be O.K too. At the rate Obama is going W. could beat him in 2012. At least I would sleep better at night.
  • Posted By: Just Me: Wow Jane Doe, give it a rest. I really don't think God would be please with this going on and on and on...healthy banter is fine, but this is not healthy banter. Christians absolutely can and do get angry, it's what they do with that anger that counts. It doesn't matter where, when, or even IF you go to church...what matters is that you have accepted Christ into your heart and asked for forgiveness of your sins. God didn't save us to judge others, he saved us to lead others to him. I've said many times...what if the person you just yelled at, told off, or whatever showed up at your church on Sunday? Would you be proud of your behavior?
  • Posted By: Sophie: Roane County is a beautiful place. The country roads snake along past fields, farms and old homes we wish could talk. Looneyville is indeed named after the Looney family, so is Gandeeville. My father was from Roane Co. & graduated from Walton High School in the 40's. He told me tales of his school days, friends, boyish pranks, old cars and the fun they had at the 4-H camp. Spencer was a big place to them. Roane Co. gave us many war veterans and kept distant family & friends together with the annual "Roane County Reunion". I don't even know if they still have it, but we used to go. I remember seeing Sen. Robert Byrd play his fiddle there. The Black Walnut Festival in October(?) is a good time to visit Spencer. They usually have a parade, arts & crafts and a museum. You can enjoy a slice of Americana, along with a slice of homemade pie.
  • Posted By: Craveontruth: The great Dale Carnegie once said "You never win an argument".Most of you know he wrote" How to Win Friends and Influence People'.Some of you should put this on your Christmas List.I think I will dust it off and revisit this old classic.
  • Posted By: cap and trade: welcome to ''before tax and tax'bill going thru the powers that be.look at your electric bills this monthe there is an enviornmental tax at 2.2cents for every kilowatt you use.can we even imagine what our electric bill will be,not to mention every thing we consume,food water ,every necessity that cant be done without.we in easternky have good reps.in washington,every one in surrounding states should put your so called reps a lot of pressure to defeat this tax and tax bill that is being pushed by a few people to make them richer and control every aspects of productive peoples lives.look at your gasbill also,you will see only a very small portion for gas but the rest in fees and taxes.look at your phone bill you will see a 100percent markup in taxes and fees.its time to put pressure on politicans to protect the citizens and not the lobiest.
  • Posted By: justanotherfly: sounds like jane doe is looking for an easy way out ie a lawsuit
  • Posted By: to bonn: i couldn,t have said it better myself.some things have to be explained like you are talking to a 5year old.but like some 5year olds that are stubborn and spoiled rotten they dont listen.wait till the cost of every thing sky rockets and they will be the first to rant and rave that nobody told them.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: To my biggest fan, RoaneCo: Ummm! It's sounds to me like you have a lot of anger. You have to pick on everyone's comments! I think I speak for everyone when I say (Get a Job)!! Cause you obviously have none! You have all this free time on your hands! Why don't you spend this free time helping others instead of puttin them down! You know..WSAZ has job postings...Maybe you could find one on there!!!!I'm not a negative person. Maybe I'm just like everyone else that has a job and three kids and a lot of things to do! I get stressed out, I know that goes way over your head,You don't get stressed. But because you go to church doesn't mean you can't get angry about stuff!!LOL My father-in-law is a Deacon at my church and even he has a temper!! Look out craveontruth! Looks like RoaneCo. has found someone else to pick on!Good Luck!! Have a perfect day ( I know you will)!!
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: Yes Craveontruth, there is a place named Looneyville.(no Jane Doe that isn't where I live) It is on Rt.36, nothing there but the Looneyville Post Office, and I am not joking. There is also a Lefthand Post Office on Rt.36, always wondered why there wasn't a Righthand also. Our County seat is located in Spencer, (middle of nowhere) which for years was only known for its State Mental Institution. (no Jane Doe this isn't my Alma mater) It was closed years ago and now a Wal-Mart is on that location. I guess the only other thing to speak of would be the Black Walnut Festival which is held in Spencer every October.
  • Posted By: bonn, the simpleton: Don't we have a smart earth? She formed herself from a dust cloud, they say and planted herself just the right distance from the sun to support the life she would create. She also filled her insides with molten heat to maintain the right temps and if that builds too much she decides to blow some out holes (volcanoes) to keep from exploding. She makes her own rain, knowing whether she needs a gentle soaking rain for her plants, or a gully washer to cleanse the filth. It pours down the mountains, into the rivers and out into the ocean which she just happened to fill with salt (her natural sanitizer). And she knows if she doesn't have ice she will over heat, but too much and she will freeze, killing her life she so carefully made. So she melts some, then as it heats up, she freezes more. All just coincidental happenings? She is brilliant! But not so smart as the humans who are making a fortune controlling the other dumb humans by convincing them THEY are causing her to do these things!!!
  • Posted By: passing by the yell: I met someone from Looneyville once. It's named that after a person's last name from what I was told.
  • Posted By: Hteik: Well it is nice to see that the war in Iraq is ending under President Obama. Who would have thought, it seems the world is backwards right now, huh? Obama gets elected, the world understands our good will, and all is well. Just like history, Republicans start wars, Democrats finish them. Hate to say we told you so but we told you so, I just get fuzzy inside thinking about all the people that love us now that hated us because of that old Bush. Another thing too, leave this Iran thing alone, that is none of our business. I dont recall anybody from Iran coming over here to help us in 1776 so why should we stick our nose in their business? When you get a strong leader like in Honduras, a good strong leader with a military background, everybody goes nuts because the guy takes things over well I support him and Obama. In fact, some people are so needed we better start now to get rid of the 22nd Amendment, it was only put in by jealous radical extremist crazy Republicans to hurt FDR.
  • Posted By: Craveontruth: I don't think I have ever been to Roan County.Nothing against the good people of that neck of the woods.I did enjoy looking it up on wikipedia.Is there really a Looneyville there? If there is then I must visit!Who's with me?
  • Posted By: food for thought: 2-10 years for almost killing a child? Where are our priorities? I know they are nestled in the mountains or wait lying deep in the ocean waiting for anoother person to adopt them and claim rights to the next whale that is proclaimed Shammu or Willy. Get real people lets protest these laws that allow some cook to wanna kill his child and only have to pay his debt of 2 - 10 years. Oh and Kris your right our God won't kill a 1 yr old or a 100 yr old just do to it. He would do it for his glory and maybe take them from being around a half heartened sadistic person that would do this to a child. Oh i love the lights and the A/C and my car, but most of all I love my GOD "Jehovah God" whom i think first and foremost for all I have, then i thank a coal miner and an AEP worker and a so on and so on.
  • Posted By: Kimberly: Raising the WV Toll price? I see a lot of arguments coming from this. Where is all of this money going to? Mansion might be a good governer, but when it comes to things like this, it needs fixed. WV roads are awful and I know after all of these years, surely the toll money has added up to more than enough to fix these roads!!! What an awful awful idea!!
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: Bonn, people like you are the very reason I have stated that I respect ones right of freedom of religion. Although I have different views, I have no issues with anyone going to church and trying to live according to their interpretation of the bible. I think that is wonderful. I also thank you Bonn for being open minded and seeing the point I was trying make. And for Anonymous on Jul 1, 2009 at 03:11 PM, no Craveontruth and I are not the same person. We do agree on some issues, and disagree on others. And when we do disagree (speaking for myself of course) we do it without anger. Also, for Bob... sorry, it isn't working. I have a two year old that comes up with better jabs than you. But I respect your right to try.
  • Posted By: Sophie: Just a few comments on current Yells: Big Earl - I just can't read you anymore because it's the same things over & over. Yeah, we're with you - there are a bunch on weed-o's coming around these days trying to shut us down for the sake of some owl...We get it. We all hate it. Roane Co/Jane -It appears Roane has been very hurt in their lifetime by family conflict involving belief. Many people get hurt because of superstition & misinterpretation and overzealousness. It has been this way since time began. I hope Roane can someday get past the hurt & retoric to work out his/her own salvation. Simple belief in Jesus Christ is where it starts, the rest as I put it, is just "gravy". Jane: I'm sorry your child was hurt. This indeed must be reported. I got hurt @ CP one time too on "The Whip". It beat me so hard against the side I had a major bruise on my hip. I strained my arms trying to keep from slamming into the side. A fun thing was not so fun. No rides for me, anymore. Not there.
  • Posted By: : I think RoaneCo. and Craveontruth is the exact same person? Who's with me?
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Hello good people of WV this is Big Earl and I for one am sick and tired of all these out of state know it all nosey people bothering us if it is not these smelly hippies trying to run our jobs off or rename the WVU mascot now they are calling the good citizens of WV fat. Well people I am here to tell you that this bunch at the so called CSPI and no you hippies I don’t mean the TV show calling us fat should look in the mirror they look like something off night of the living dead pasty faced scarecrows and beanpoles and what is so great about that. WV has some of the best staple foods anywhere in the world I have eaten paotatoes beans meat flour and corn meal all my life cooked in lard and I am not one bit worse off for it and can mine coal with anybody. People all the good foods we eat are natural growed in the garden or on the farm so it should even make a tofu eating hippie type happy. I am more bothered that two states beat us out in the race for the top so I tip my hat to the people of the great states of Alabama home of the best country music band ever and Mississippi but people of WV get busy we have to reclaim our title to best fed in the USA I recommend the Kentucky Fried Chicken with gravy and biscuits as a good place to start our comeback.
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: Actually Jane Doe, growing up I did attend church and read the bible. Being subjected to religion for many years I would not consider myself "confused" or uneducated. If one looks at organized religion with an open mind it isn't hard to see who is confused. For example, you have one bible yet there are numerous religious groups ( methodists, baptists etc...) that believe their interpretation is the only correct interpretation. This is understandable because the bible itself is very contradictive. In my opinion the the bible and organized religion is nothing more than a tool created to control the masses. Yet this tool has pitted man against man, brother against brother, state against state and country against country, not to mention the wars, death and destruction it has caused. I have witnessed in my lifetime many family fueds, broken marriages and busted churches at the hands of organized religion. I have heard the words of hate spoken by christians. I am not confused.
  • Posted By: To Fat Earl: You're losing! Ha,Ha!
  • Posted By: Kris: God does not control the weather!If so then he would be responsible for killing hundreds of innocent people every year in America alone! If that's your God, you can have it! My GOD is loving and compassionate. He would never take the life of a one year old nor a hundred year old just because he felt like creating a tornado that day or a hurricane the next. Get a brain and use it simpletons!
  • Posted By: bonn: To Jane Doe: I am afraid RoaneCo's common sense is more attractive than your comments. Read your last post at 8:58 and see if it shows the Light you are suppose to give. We are suppose to control our anger. Yes, we are forgiven, but it is not a license to keep repeating our faults. It is mercy so we can improve. Viciousness does not become a child of God. RoaneCo., may God forgive us for driving you and others away from Him with our failure to shine the Light of Love. And Jane Doe, I am the one you called ignorant just because I was showing compassion (another expectation of a Christian). It is scary about your child. But that person was not attacking your child, nor joking about it, only disapproving of your outburst. Not very attractive in anyone, especially one called to set an example for others to follow. If you must get angry, use it to accomplish something good. Christians are hated enough WITHOUT cause. Love is the answer.
  • Posted By: Bob: I think we might need to contact someone in state govt.about inspecting our amusement parks to many in the public simply dont care if kids get hurt this could have been something really really bad but I guess there is always a few who would crack jokes at anything even a child getting injured.
  • Posted By: cap and trade bill: you wont hear on liberal obama mania news reports whats in the cap and tax bill.only conservate talk radio and conservative news are telling the contents of this country destroying bill.liberal dont want you to be informed,it would be to dangerous for their so called news networks.did you know that,as i somewhat understand it,that every house in the country will have to be at gov.standards before it can be sold,they will be allowed to change therules in mid stream if they want.even if you dont like conservative news,remember only a well informed person can try to stop tyranny.look for facts,have you heard 1 liberal news tell you whats in this bill thats detrimental to this country and freedom.i challenge wsaz to look up whats in this bill and report accuratly whats in it.i dont think thats going to happen.
  • Posted By: food for thought: AMEN Bonn I could never have said it any better, being a Boone county coal miner and all. We do no get a very well reputation anyway.
  • Posted By: Craveontruth: RoaneCo.can hurt but often the truth does hurt.I support RoaneCo.To Jane Doe,I believe RoaneCo.does know quite a bit about Christianity and is not confused at all.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: Thank you everyone for your support!!You know RoaneCo. Nobody is perfect, That goes for Christians too! Are we allowed to get mad??Yes! But are we forgiven everyday? Yes!Obviously you don't know much about Christianity! That's why you critize so much!!You're confused!! We are not perfect! I guess you are!!
  • Posted By: VOTE NO ON CAP AND TRADE: I know its a repost but i think its Worthy 'Liberty Or Tyranny?' House Passes Cap-And-Trade Republicans Warn Bill Gives Federal Government 'Virtual Control' Over 'Every Aspect Of The Lives Of The American People. Thank the Dumbocratic controled house as it will raise the average consumers power bill $175.00 This on top of the energy companies already asking for an inctrase will put such a burden on the American people that only the wealthy will survive.Please write or call our Senators they are the only life line we have left and ask them to VOTE NO on cap and trade. Republicans were overwhelmingly against the measure, arguing it would destroy jobs in the midst of a recession while burdening consumers with a new tax in the form of higher energy costs.And there was plenty to work on in a House-passed measure that pointed toward higher electricity bills for the middle class.Budget Office and the other from the Environmental Protection Agency — that suggested average increases would be $175.00 a year.
  • Posted By: cap and trade survey: against cap and tax,85percent.people who work and are productive.15percent for cap and tax,,,people who work for government or live off the fat of the land and dont mind other people being taxed into poverty....
  • Posted By: : If new drivers would slow down and actually pay attention to what they are doing, then maybe WV would'nt have these new laws for teenage drivers. Personally myself I believe that all states should have this law. It would make the roads a little safer to drive on.
  • Posted By: bonn: About global warming- our temperature is (and always has been) constantly changing. GOD controls it. Anyone who thinks we can are puffing themselves up bigger than we are.Are we suppose to believe we are responsible for the Ice Age thawing that is suppose to have happened way back when as well? How did that happen? Certainly not carbon emissions. Use some common sense and realize people are using this to line their pockets and gain support for their pet projects. I know- you don't want to hear this, but it is not realistic. Don't let America be controlled with this, PLEASE!! Let us remain free!
  • Posted By: Bob: Dont worry Jane Doe I have notice RoaneCOs posts are generally always on the rude side I am sorry to hear about your daughter.
  • Posted By: Just wondering: the 3 people that was killed on alt rt 10. 2 being st. joe's students. Did they ever release the cause of the accident?
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: I do care about the safety of our children Anonymous on Jun 30, 2009 at 09:01 AM, no matter where they are or what they are doing. Our children are our future. What I don't care for is someone like Jane Doe on here week after week preaching her little sermons all the while calling people ignorant and showing her hostility toward others. It has always amazed me how most christians will belittle someone else but the minute you catch them being unchristian like they always come up with the old "we christians ain't perfect". Well I know they are not, but by golly they are the first to judge everyone else. These hyporcitical self proclaimed christians are one of the reasons I turned away from organized religion years ago. I just don't agree with these people shoving religion on everyone else. I respect Jane Does right to religion and I would even fight for her to keep that right, but she, like so many others need to keep their religion in their church and their home.
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Well hello again good working coal mining families in WV this is Big Earl and I for one am very disappointed that this cap and trade bill got passed into law the other day no thanks to our good representatives from WV. People all I can say is get a woodpile and a bunch of cow chips because your electric is going to get real expensive real quick. These hippies has run up to Washington DC and boo hooed to them tree huggers and longhairs in the EPA until they got even worse done to our jobs but then again what do you expect from a bunch that has a leaf from a dope plant on there sign like the EPA does if you don’t believe me look on this very website I seen a picture of it. Birds of a feather flock together that’s why the good working people were kept out and not allowed to talk at that hearing and the hippies let in. People these hippies has slandered our great state and coal miners first they bring in professor moonbeam from NASA to insult us then he tucks his tail and runs back to NASA and wont debate Mr. DB then they attack our state university mascot the WV mountaineer. Well people I Big Earl have a solution to this lets call WV the “Ivory Soap State,” make our mascot a bathtub that’s a sure fire way to get rid of these smelly hippies and longhairs and keep them out forever.
  • Posted By: ME: We christians are most always judged by our actions and that is to be expected since we are not perfect in any way. We all make mistakes every day,we get angry,we say things we shouldn't and act out our frustrations sometimes to those closest to us and our friends. We try to do better and ask forgiveness when we do stumble from our christian path. Actions speak louder than words at times, good or bad. Yes we adults act like children at times and children try to act like adults all too soon. We never know who we are influenceing with our actions and words so we need to always try to act,say and do what is right. As long as we are on this earth we will stumble but we should strive to be the best we can be and treat people with love and respect no matter how we are treated. I have turned the cheek many times and been slapped alot and will keep on doing it as long as I breath. My time will come soon enough to be judged as to the way I have lived and treated people.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: I love people on the Yell!!! They give me a chance to laugh everyday. Thanks guys!!
  • Posted By: just looking: UMMMM do you people think that christians are perfect??? Do you think we dont get angry?? Only one person is perfect and that is Jesus Christ...And if a christian says they are perfect, then they arnt a very good christian. We all have faults. Alot of you people cant wait to get up and look at the faults of others and criticize what they believe in....
  • Posted By: Patriot1: Tea Party. There will be a "Tea Party" July 4th from 4:00-6:30 PM at the City Park in Grayson,Ky
  • Posted By: Donna: Please! enough of Michael Jackson. He died, now he will appear before God and face his punishment for his sins against children. He was a morally bankrupt person who the media has presented as an icon. It's no wonder children are so messed up today,too much TV and not enough parenting. You too, are responsible for making him appear as a person to be looked up to. He and others in entertainment and sports are not what the children need, they need moral examples to look up to, please stop the glorification of immoral and indecent individuals.
  • Posted By: food for thought: To those of you telling me to watch out for Fox news, please go back and read carefully what I said about the media and the government. I thank each of you for your information. I am not out to attack anyone whether acclaimed or the average joe. I just know what I have read from reports and from different sites. This information is what our scientists, meteorologists and so forth use in reference to report the records of weather and temperatures. Again thank each of you, and at last Fox news was the channel the fine people at our local (American made) dealership had channeled on the tube, personally I just watch WSAZ, at the local level.
  • Posted By: : Roane Co., why are you not concerned about the safety of small children at amusement parks?
  • Posted By: Htiek: Right on Kris you tell em about Fox News. Everyone that watches knows that the dependable networks are ABF, Anyone But Fox. I am just like everyone else in the know, they lie all the time but please dont press me to cite anything specific as I am having coffee right now. I am new to your side, so pardon me if I get something confused. Those photographs of the ice caps are proof positive as far as I am concerned, these flat earth types that dont believe global warming should compare them to the satellite picutres from the colonial period and over the years since for comparison purposes. I once heard the hottest year on record was in the 1930s but what does that prove. And before one of you know it alls talks about Al Gore riding everywhere in a private plane and having such a huge house and running a company that profits from selling carbon credits, some people in life earn their special privileges simply by showing up and enlightening the rest of us, so there.
  • Posted By: polar ice caps: the weather is always changing.sometime it freezes sometimes it melts,thats gods doings,not mans.wasnt it the great mind of ted danson many years ago that explaind that in 15 or 20 years that the oceans were going to raise so many feet that it would destroy and overflo inward to apolipicate level.i guess the people that live on these coast lines dont know they are under water.we americans are so silly.let me explain what a great creator said,it rains but the oceans are never full.ice melts but the oceans never overflo.i think i,ll believe him instead of a.gore or ted danzen.p.b.s last week on a travel show,,i think,,,,the guide said the glacier there had been melting 150years.that was certainly before the industrial revolution.as for fox,world net daily,newsmax,etc.the liberal press has lost it monolopy on liberal so called news.
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: After you finish showing your true colors, go back and read my post again Jane Doe. Better yet let me cut and paste it for you. "I do hope your little girl is ok. I have children of my own, I know how precious they are." And just for the record, I would never "make fun" of a child, but don't think for one second that I won't point out an adult being hypocritical. Are you not the same Jane Doe that three weeks ago was preaching about God, then in the same breath calling someone "IGNORANT"? So let me say it one more time, I hope your little girl is ok. As for you, thank you for proving once again how kind, loving, patient and understanding some of you fine christians can be.
  • Posted By: Kris: This respectfully goes out to "food for thought" for what they said about fox news and global warming.FOX has great movies and tv shows but their view when it comes to the "news" is so far on the "right" way of thinking that it totally obscures reality in their opions of the subject at hand. They'll twist their views to make sure that it is opposite of "liberals" or people on the "left" and how they feel about the subject.Asf or global warming, we have actual time lapsed pictures of the polar caps melting at an alarming rate. You can actually see it happening. If things are cooling down, then why are the polar caps and icebergs melting at an alarming rate? The evidence is right in front of our faces. I sure do hope you're right because if I am, our planet is doomed. Sincerely, Kris
  • Posted By: Jethro: WHATS WRONG WITH YOU ALL UPDATE THE YELL!!!!!!!!!!WAKE UP!!!!!!
  • Posted By: Keith: Never thought I'd sit around and miss Bush...well the wrecking ball has appointed a racist to the supreme court, one that is inept and incompetent too. Did you notice her latest ruling was overturned today? The economy is not getting better, those of you out of work have my sympathy because this clown is not doing anything to make it better. He never held a real job, never ran a business, just a rabble rouser and agitator. How do you feel about cap and trade energy tax? All over a phony problem that doesnt even exist; WV will wither away to nothing but hey we can all get jobs in the windmill factory, cant we? How do you feel about having your health benefits taxed to pay for Obamacare? How's the hope and change working out for everyone? What do you think card check is going to do the economy? Check out an article about Obama the African Colonialist on the American Thinker Website, dated June 25th. It explains him to a "T." Obama is a wrecking ball, and he's gonna roll over everyone.
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Well hello again good working coal miners of WV this is Big Earl and people I have come to the conclusion that we need some friends in Washington DC that has got some clout. Some people up there has got big names but nobody apparently listens to, that is if they show up at all in court to help you out, those who are sick are excepted. Then there are some people in Charleston who should be in Washington who shall remain unnamed because nobody in Gov. Joes office asked me to say that. But remember who had that bunch from FEMA down here handing out checks before two weeks after the flood water hit and figure out who has clout. You people that went up for the hearing last week should be thanked but the good people never got to say a word but these hippies did, they are apparently now running around the creek with microscopes looking for fish that cant be seen with the eye, something called a microbe, now they are blaming the coal miner for killing off this worthless animal and I sincerely hope Captain D or old Long John will never put some slop like that on my plate when I want good seafood. If you dont see it it cant be of no good use anyway, sort of like a certain US senator with a big rich name who was nowhere to be seen last week.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: To RoaneCo. How dare you critize my comment. This isn't just some fun arguement!! My child is hurt! Do you think that's funny? Do me a favor, Next time I write about my kids, Don't comment! I hope you don't have any kids because you don't see the harm and worry in my comment, You just want to fight and make fun of someone!! This is really serious!! I don't see the humor!!!
  • Posted By: Big Earl: Did any of you people see those PETA nuts on the TV 3 news last night boo hooing about having to tie there dogs up hello again working people of WV this is Big Earl and I don’t know about you but I always thought it was rude and inconsiderate and just being a bad neighbor to let your dogs run wild all over the neighborhood digging up peoples backyards rooting around in garbage cans and doing there business all over the place. Have any of you people in Huntington ever lost a chicken to a wild dog. Even these back to nature types and hippies up here in Boone County tie up there dog to guard there dope patches but they don’t have no sense anyway if they aint going to Washington DC to try and rook us out of our jobs by carrying signs and yelling about some invisible fish that is no good to anybody they are screaming about the coal miner killing polar bears and other animals that don’t even live here. Apparently this bunch had the bright idea to go down to the park on Sunday down in Huntington when people was out with there families trying to walk around and enjoy things and they chained themselves to trees with real dog chains trying to get people to sign a protest petition to of all people a mayor named Wolf now I don’t know about you but that mayor better forget the beware of dog sign he needs to put a beware of the PETA nut sign up in that park.
  • Posted By: The Seeker: @food for thought: It is indeed important to check facts, and it heartens me to see that you're of the type that actively seeks them (even thought I fall on the side of the debate that believes in climate change, as it has solid science behind it). However, I caution you on taking anything from FOX news at face value. This is an organization that in 2000 won a case in Florida appeals court in which the court ruled that FOX has no obligation to tell the truth to it's viewers, and can misinform the public under the first amendment. This is also an organization that has been proven to have an agenda, and frames every bit of it's coverage to favor one political party over the other. My advice is to seek out less obviously biased news sources, especially in cases such as global warming, which is an issue that transcends political parties and affects every being on the planet.
  • Posted By: Hugh: Hey WVa. Checkin out the YELL. Kind of quiet today. Enjoyed my visit there. Met John Henry at the Big Ben Tunnel,saw the big bridge. Stood at Hawk's Nest and viewed the scenery. If I wasn't so old and crippled, I'd bungee jump from the New River Gorge Bridge. Have folks who live in the Talcott area and some around Hinton. Well won't take much of your time today. Just wanted to check in.
  • Posted By: what is foor for thought?: foor?? for thought, you do know Bush made those he commissioned to study it alter their reports when he found out it supported global warming, don't you? Anyone who just sees pictures of the ice caps 30 years ago and now would have to be mentally handicapped not to know there's global warming, the only thing that's possible to debate is the cause of it. Wonder why Fox didn't mention the Bush fiasco? Well I don't really wonder.
  • Posted By: more p.c at wsaz: gays in usa sounds like it was written by a gay person,so it was printed.it was,nt written by a gay person.it was a second thought,after i commented on other sins,such as adultry,but plainly written by a heterosexual person.it was not printed because im straight and not gay.so goes our country and freedom.
  • Posted By: Lou Ann: Ive had a similar bad experience at camden park several years ago. Havent went back since. The pricing is just another deterrent to doing business locally. I love this area but am very discouraged by the lack of pride in our appearance in several of our towns, the prices of doing business, the attitude towards the customer , the lack of merchandise. I could go on. We definately are not tourist friendly in the great ohio valley area.
  • Posted By: foor for thought: Looks like my comment on June 24th may be right. I have done some reading about this Global warming fad the government is putting on. I was sitting in a local car dealership and FOX news was reporting on the government sitting or "burying" studies by two of the highest ranking EPA officials contradicting this myth. Some of the comments from their studies proves the Global temperature if anything has decreased. Although, you should be skeptical about anything the media reports especially when it involves the government these are facts that have been recorded over time. I ask how come when these bozos as Dr. Hansen whom is from NASA(which has done innumerable amounts of damage to our air with their testing) never mention facts as these when trying to prove things they are claiming is a fact. People we in America have became lazy in seeking the truth, I am not disputing anything these scientists and the government tells us, but as we learned in elementary school check facts of both sides.
  • Posted By: gays in u.s.a.: another reflection on gays.if you think god doesn,t care about you because you,re gay ,he must love you more than you can comprehend,if not you could have been born ina muslim country.islam has no homosexuals ,they are not rehabilitate,just beheaded.as a loving and compassionate god says"GO AND SIN NO MORE".that doesnt mean just you it means all of us.yes god allows you to choose,he must really care.
  • Posted By: City of Milton: I'm glad that the City of Milton has so much money to spend and that they spend it wisely. Every time I drive through town on a nice day it never fails that someone is washing their personal vehicle at the VFD. Good to see that they budget personal car washes into the city budget. I think I'll stop in there today and see if I can wash my car as well...should be a nice day!
  • Posted By: Valorie: About four weeks ago, I sent a letter to Camden Park with a friendly suggestion to open the park to the casual visitor again. As of today, I still haven't had a response from them. There used to be a small fee for admission to anyone who just wanted to visit. Once inside the park, a visitor could buy a corn dog or pay to play a few games or ride a few rides. Now people have to pay a full admission price for all day rides, even when they don't plan to stay all day. A lot of people are grandparents who just want to watch their grandchildren ride for an hour or two. Some are young parents with small children who tire easily. As empty nesters, my husband and I would like to drop by to get a bite to eat, play some games or just walk around. Everyone I have spoken to said they would visit Camden Park a whole lot more if they didn't have to pay the full admission price. I challenge everyone to contact Camden Park and ask them to give the people a choice!
  • Posted By: to gay question: god is not a cruel and unfair god.we all have our faults.is homosuxality a bigger sin than adultry,pornography,lying,stealing, and the list goes on.the clue to these behaviors is wanting to make our lives better.we cant blame anyone but ourselves for what we do.if anyone doesnt change its what they want to do.but as long as it doesnt affect me thats between you and god.but it is wrong,just as cheating on your spouse is sin.would we tell the adulterer that its not sin and not to try being a better person,i think not.celibacy would be better than the same old behavior.these have been struggle since creation.
  • Posted By: RoaneCo.: Losing your religion Jane Doe? What happened to "turn the other cheek"? I do hope your little girl is ok. I have children of my own, I know how precious they are. But next time you read of someone else being "furious" or commenting on their personal issues, maybe you should keep your bible quotes to yourself.
  • Posted By: Jane Doe: I recently went with my church and my family to Camden Park this past weekend. Me and my 6 year old daughter rode the Spider, We thought it was going to be lots of fun, we were wrong! It was a nightmare! It went on for 10 minutes and was going way too fast! My daughter was terrified and was screaming! I was furious when the man that helped us off asked if she was okay and I said what do you think and he laughed!! I have rode this ride for many years and loved it, But this time I could tell it was different! But then it gets worse, A friend of mine that stayed at the park longer than us informed me that after we left, The spider closed down and said they had crossed wires and the ride was malfunctioning!!! My daughter can't hardly walk today and has a four inch bruise down her back! I'm taking her to the doctor in the morning. If there is something seriously wrong, I will be speaking to the owner and this situation will be takin care of!!!!!
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