by F.D. Flam Mining the deep oceans for cobalt, nickel, rare earths and other metals could accelerate the world’s conversion to renewable power sources. These minerals are hard to obtain […]
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W.Va.’s political red wave rolls on
The red wave of Republican Party registration continues to wash over West Virginia. The latest figures show that 44 of the state’s 55 counties have more Republicans than Democrats. The […]
Greenbrier Hotel listed as up for public auction because of default
The Greenbrier Hotel, owned by Gov. Jim Justice and his family, has been announced for auction on the courthouse steps late this month because of default, according to a legal […]
Marilla Park pool project ahead of schedule as 65-year run nears its end
MORGANTOWN — Call it a changing of the (life)guard. After 65 years or so as a Morgantown summer staple, BOPARC’s Marilla Pool is just about ready to head off into […]
New Hope Gas PC filing proposes rate cuts for most customers
MORGANTOWN – Lower natural gas prices could mean good news for most Hope Gas customers, according to a Thursday Hope Gas filing with the state Public Service Commission. The case […]
Arts commission in Fairmont celebrates its 40th anniversary Saturday
FAIRMONT – On a rainy afternoon 11 years ago in the band room at University High School … Neil King was bopping for all he was worth. King, who was […]
What America might learn from the elections in Europe
by James Coltella As America ponders its political future, the dynamics of politics in Europe offer U.S. lawmakers interesting food for thought — the change there isn’t necessarily about a […]
When others cheat on their taxes, who pays them? You do
When Republicans took control of the House in January 2023, their first order of business was a bill was to cut additional IRS funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. President […]
More and more women pilots enrolled in Fairmont State aviation programs
FAIRMONT — In skies achingly clear over north-central West Virginia 30 years ago, the late Rose Cousins, by all airborne accounts, was a woman content. During those lofty, leisurely afternoons, […]
Mountain East Conference moving track championships to Mylan Park
MORGANTOWN — Mylan Park will be the home of the three-day Mountain East Conference Outdoor Track & Field Championships for five years starting April 27-29, 2025. The 11-member NCAA Division […]
