West Virginia’s deputy health and human resources secretary, who abruptly parted ways with the agency, Monday described pervasive challenges and differences of opinion with Secretary Bill Crouch about how to […]
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Ramp season is in full spring swing
BY ALDONA BIRD Despite winter’s best efforts to linger, spring has arrived and with April comes a new sensation. You or those around you might start emitting … a smell […]
DIY: Eggshell Planter
BY ALDONA BIRD Spring is finally here with flowers popping up around yards and gardens. Some flowers disguising themselves as weeds are actually quite pretty. Although you might not enjoy […]
Judge delays trial on Jan. 6 charges
Trial has been delayed for Morgantown resident George Tanios and his longtime friend Julian Khater, who are accused of collaborating to use pepperspray against U.S. Capitol police on Jan. 6, […]
Strawberries make the foundation
There’s still time to order your strawberries from the Morgantown High School Foundation. In fact, it’s never been easier, foundation member Stephanie Lorenze said. These days, you’ll find a QR […]
As war crime evidence mounts, is Putin getting the message?
Evidence of war crimes has mounted daily since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion to “denazify” Ukraine. Russian forces carrying out Putin’s orders targeted civilian areas and bombed clearly […]
The oil industry’s war bonanza
by Mel Gurtov In case you haven’t noticed, a major consequence of the Ukraine war is the bonanza it has provided for the oil and gas industry. U.S. sanctions on […]
Justice Thomas shouldn’t be held ‘accountable’ for wife’s opinions
by Chris Talgo Over the last several weeks, many have been calling for the resignation or impeachment of Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas. For example, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of […]
Morgantown softball outgunned by Oak Glen in high-scoring matchup
MORGANTOWN — Oak Glen took an early 5-0 lead and used 13 hits to run past the Morgantown High softball team on Monday, 13-6, at Mylan Park. In all, the […]
Fire at Preston County residence causes estimated $500,000 in damages
A gas dryer is likely the cause of a five-alarm fire that destroyed a Preston County couple’s home early Monday afternoon. Masontown VFD Chief Dan Luzier said the home at […]








