The first Democratic National Convention I attended was in San Francisco in 1984. UN Ambassador Jeane Kirkpatrick indelibly labeled attendees “San Francisco Democrats,” because of their left-leaning policies. Forty years […]
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Morgantown Council will discuss eliminating standalone election
MORGANTOWN — It appears as if Morgantown City Council will at least discuss moving the city’s standalone election in line with the county during a forthcoming committee of the whole […]
DHHR emphasizes vaccine requirements for school year in light of recent measles case
According to Mayo Clinic, 1855 saw the first-ever vaccination requirement for students attending public schools in Massachusetts, and other states soon followed with their own vaccine mandates. At the time, […]
Art at Ridge Way Farm to uplift Appalachian artists, support veteran-oriented service dog program
The idea was planted at a botanical garden in Phoenix, Ariz., but will blossom thousands of miles away at a 30-acre community-oriented farm in Cheat Lake. During a visit to […]
WV Folklife Program preserves and presents the art of West Virginia’s everyday traditions
Your father’s peanut brittle recipe that you bring into the office every holiday. The slightly lopsided sweater that keeps you warm on chilly winter mornings, knit with the skills learned […]
Mark Tanner Sr.
Mark Reed Tanner Sr., 77, of Morgantown, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 19, 2024, with his loving family by his side. He was born […]
Dorothy Alexander
It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Dorothy Jean Alexander (Nickolas), on Monday, June 24, 2024. She was born on March 6, […]
Susan Snodgrass
Susan “Susie” Faye Snodgrass, 73, of Daybrook, went peacefully to be with Jesus on Sunday, August 19, 2024. Susan was born to Richard and Maxine Snodgrass on Feb. 12, […]
David Mefford
David Scott Mefford, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away in his hometown of Morgantown on August 18, 2024, surrounded by the love and warmth of his family. […]
Edith Gibson
Edith Ann (Edie) Gibson, 65, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour early Friday, August 16, 2024, surrounded by her caring family. Friends and family will be received […]
