Everyone, at times, claims the federal government cannot count. That is, it squanders money in more ways than anyone can count. There’s some truth to that, but, […]
Opinion
Justice companies’ pattern of litigation grinds us all down
Ambrose Bierce defined litigation best. “Litigation: A machine which you go into as a pig and come out of as a sausage.” For a second time this […]
Letters to the editor May 22
Federal employees keep this country running Federal employees serve and protect us every day at every level across the country and in our community. At no time […]
Road to crookedness can always be paved with good intentions
Some history: Federal road funds were already stalled before Sen. Robert C. Byrd died in 2010. According to the state’s longtime deputy revenue secretary, West Virginia’s share […]
Faith community doing right thing addressing scourge
Many have asked how are faith-based organizations addressing the opioid crisis? That’s not to imply the faith community is not doing enough. Matter of fact, many churches […]
Letters to the editor May 20
Is anyone cited for cell phone use while driving? I have wanted to say something for a few years now. Why is no one getting pulled over […]
Basic human needs should always come first after a disaster
Most would admit, practically speaking, anger and gratitude are opposites. Many like to think, too, gratitude is the better sentiment. However, we were struck last week by […]
Letters to the editor May 19
MUB must consider trees, wildlife in route Morgantown is a popular place. What’s not to like? There are great restaurants both in town and nearby, venues for […]
Uniting over pipeline not a pipe dream
A never the twain shall meet policy usually does not reflect the needs of the real world. That premise is in reference to the mistaken notion that […]
Fashion vs. function: High heels can hurt you
Q: I am a busy working woman and need to wear suits and heels daily. I do not mind this because I feel good about the way […]
