by John Williams Since 2016, I have had the privilege of representing Monongalia County in the West Virginia House of Delegates. My time in the House has educated me on […]
Guest Essays
Guest essay: Boil water advisory policy statement
by J.T. Straface Protecting public health is, and has always been, the mission of the Morgantown Utility Board. It’s the focus of our staff every minute of every day. This […]
Guest essay: The conservative case for the For the People Act
by Hunter Hardway Usually I agree with politicians in my party. I am a proud Republican. But recently, I’ve noticed Secretary of State Mac Warner, of my party, having what […]
Guest essay: Thank Manchin for reinstated methane regulations
by Mike Manypenny In 2016, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) adopted measures to reduce methane emissions from the oil and gas industry. The reforms had strong support across the country, […]
Guest essay: H.R.1 has bipartisan public support. Manchin must support it, too
by Ash Orr It’s not too often that you get a whole room of people — especially a room of politicians — to agree on a contentious national issue. But […]
Guest essay: Rep. McKinley sets standard for Congress to follow
by Zach Wamp and Meredith McGehee When newly elected members of Congress are sworn in, they are called on to take an oath of office. This is not a pledge […]
Guest essay: W.Va. GOP bill stifles free speech
by Robert E. Smith Montani Semper Liberi (Mountaineers are Always Free), at least that’s what we’re told. West Virginia Republicans led the crusade to pass HB 2933, legislation aimed to […]
Guest essay: American Rescue Plan offers hope for rural health care
by Sen. Mike Caputo Traveling an hour or more for basic health care may sound unreal to some people, but for rural West Virginians, it is a fact of life. […]
Guest essay: Protect clean water
by Mike McNulty From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been three primary messages: Wear a mask, social distance and wash your hands. This last part is especially […]
Guest essay: Helping W.Va. small businesses navigate COVID-19 financial relief
by Karen Friel The COVID-19 pandemic continues to make its impact known on small businesses, employees and Mountain State residents as a whole. There are many financial relief options available […]
