by Rich Cohen When I was 12, playing Risk, “the game of world conquest,” my father and opponent, Herb Cohen, who’d recently published his bestselling book “You Can Negotiate Anything,” […]
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Research shows we can talk across political divides
by Melinda Burrell As we look at the pictures from Uvalde, Buffalo and other mass shootings, we’re having agonized conversations. It seems inconceivable that “the other side” could look at […]
We must address guns but that’s not the only solution
by Cynthia M. Allen In the aftermath of a tragedy like the elementary school massacre in Uvalde, when emotions and egos are running high, few of us have much wisdom […]
Morgantown Post 2 set to begin summer season
MORGANTOWN — The Morgantown Post 2 American Legion U19 baseball team will open its 2022 summer season with hopes to build on last year’s 16-11 record. Post 2 competes against […]
Masontown Swift Water Rescue always on call
MASONTOWN — No matter where in the county the call comes from, the Masontown Swift Water Rescue Team will respond if needed. “We are trained in swift water rescue and […]
Lawsuit claims Westover unlawfully denied FOIA requests
The city of Westover is being sued by resident Frank Huy on claims that the city twice unlawfully denied his access to public records guaranteed by West Virginia Code 29B-1-1. […]
Law enforcement recruitment problematic for all departments
Police departments countywide and throughout the state are experiencing an unprecedented shortage of new officer recruits. The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department said they will be down eight officers, which is […]
Community kicks in to buy a new van for The Shack
It takes a village … to a raise a van. Or rather, to raise the money so the Shack Neighborhood House could replace its old one. “This is such a […]
Experts: COVID contributes to drug and medical supply shortages, but problem is nothing new
MORGANTOWN – Supply-chain problems have been a daily topic of discussion during the pandemic. But a reader’s difficulties in getting a refill on a simple and inexpensive medication led The […]
Officials: Don’t jump off the Jenkinsburg Bridge
MASONTOWN — While the Masontown Swift Water Rescue Team is ready to save those who need it, members offered some tips to help keep water enthusiasts safe. Two local hotspots […]
