Editorial gets it right on fight against drugs Thank you for the editorial of Sept. 1 (“W.Va. vs. drug use: We’re losing”). In Morgantown in particular, there are policies that […]
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‘Happy Campers’ documentarian fell in love with people, place
In her latest film, “Happy Campers,” documentarian Amy Nicholson focuses on a camping community in Virginia that was torn down by developers. This “shabby Shangri-La” was a place where working-class […]
Guest essay: Parents are first defense against online threats
by William Ihlenfeld A new school year is underway for children in West Virginia, many of whom have their own smartphone. By age 11, about half of the kids in […]
Are you prepared? These days, it’s necessary.
How are you liking these (mostly) cooler temperatures in the 70s and low 80s that we’ve had for the past week? It’s nice after on-and-off 90-plus-degree temps and stifling humidity […]
We can solve homelessness. First, do no harm
by Tinisch Hollins California Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered state officials to dismantle homeless encampments across the state. The decision comes weeks after the Supreme Court issued a ruling that allows […]
Here’s my best advice: Don’t fall and break your pelvis
by Melinda Henneberger Here’s my advice: Don’t fall and fracture your pelvis, OK? If you ignore this ancient wisdom, though, as I did recently, you may get the chance to […]
WVPEC announces statewide projects to enhance student reading, writing skills by third grade
The West Virginia Public Education Collaborative, housed at West Virginia University, is taking steps to improve young learners’ reading, writing and oral language skills by investing more than $260,000 in […]
West Virginia offense gets rolling in lopsided win over Albany
MORGANTOWN — West Virginia’s offense was nearly flawless and the defense overcame a shaky second quarter as the Mountaineers rolled over FCS opponent Albany 49-14 in Milan Puskar Stadium Saturday […]
September Arts Walk is sure to entertain
Main Street Morgantown’s Arts Walk program has expanded and September’s 50+ artists and performers shouldn’t be missed. Expanded Arts Walk entertainment offerings will run through November. The September Arts […]
WVU Extension Fire Service trains first responders on electric vehicle safety
The West Virginia University Extension Fire Service is bringing crucial training to first responders in the region with the Hybrid Electric Vehicle Training Educator (HEVTE). The HEVTE is a heavily […]
