It’s never socially acceptable to speak ill of someone or something in the immediate aftermath of their demise. But every time we shush ourselves about the coal industry, which is […]
Opinion
Democrats preside over stronger national economies
Are you worried that the economy grew by only 1.9% in the recent quarter? That’s a pretty weak performance. But it would seem downright dismal if you believed Donald Trump’s […]
Nov. 6 letters to the editor
UHS’s Halloween concert a spirited performance Kudos to University High School, right here in Morgantown, for having an incredible high school orchestra as well as a great band. The orchestra […]
Everyone needs to look at report card for public schools
Kids are not the only ones who sometimes think hiding the truth is the easiest way to handle a problem. Take for example the latest National Report Card that was […]
The importance of ‘no-men’ to any successful leader
Shortly after Jim Bakker’s release from prison in July 1994, I invited the disgraced TV evangelist to my home. There was an important question I wanted to ask him. Some […]
Rule levels playing field, sort of
Adam Hoffer and Jared Pincin Tribune News Service The NCAA recently announced it will allow college athletes to profit from their names, images and likenesses beginning January 2021. The landmark […]
Solar power facility to light the way for state’s energy future
West Virginia may not be a trendsetter but many of us are ready for a change. As energy initiatives go in West Virginia, this is big and not simply because […]
Social media platforms and fate of truth
It may be too much. And also too little. Meaning last week’s announcement by Twitter that it is banning all political advertising over concerns that the medium gives politicians too […]
Holidays don’t start too early. You start late
It was just Halloween, the day of orange and black, ghosts and spiders, and a frightening warning that must not be ignored: You are way behind preparing for Christmas. Do […]
Nov. 4 letters to the editor
State needs to expedite covering pothole damage Just this morning there was news that the potholes on our roads have been seriously neglected all year. But we also have a […]
