The battle between church and state is as old as church and state, as is the conflict within religious circles over who supposedly speaks for God. The latest dustup occurred […]
Opinion
Who is the Mr. Jones of 2019?
Looking back at key foreign policy events of 2019, a line from Bob Dylan’s “Ballad of a Thin Man” popped into my head: “Something is happening and you don’t know […]
The people who put a smile on her face
This is definitely the time of year when we need fewer frowns and more smiles. Here is my shortened list of people who make me smile. John Legend, the composer, […]
Dec. 30 letters to the editor
Respect is cornerstone of any healthy society Respect is defined as to feel or show esteem or honor for someone or something. Respect is important because it allows us to […]
MARC train service in panhandle saved … for now
Last week, after much debate, state leaders and representatives from the Eastern Panhandle announced a deal to keep the Maryland MARC commuter train service operating at current levels for at […]
A year-round gift for children
During World War II, American Relief for Norway sent donations overseas before the holidays to feed malnourished children living under Nazi occupation. When Dwight Eisenhower became president, one of the […]
The town that wouldn’t let itself be passed by
EVERETT, Pa. For the past two years, items on layaway for over 200 families at the Walmart here have been paid for by some generous soul who won’t reveal his […]
Dec. 26 letters to the editor
America won’t be great under Democrats’ control This in response to the letter from Ace Parsi (DP-Sunday). If you believe everything the Democrats have said and the laws President Trump […]
Justice right to allow for room at the ‘inn’ in state for refugees
There is still room at the inn in West Virginia. That is, refugees are still welcome in the Mountain State, according to Gov. Jim Justice. We’re unsure if it was […]
Grieving for loved ones who paid ultimate price
“There’s a grief that can’t be spoken. There’s a pain goes on and on. Empty chairs at empty tables Now my friends are dead and gone.” — Marius, from the […]
