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Judd had to be on the ballot

May 20, 2012 I am writing to correct misinformation which has been circulated in print and social media, relating to the appearance of a convicted felon, as a candidate for United States President, on the recent... more »»

Turning back to God

May 20, 2012 I have always enjoyed reading the letters to the editor. I have often thought about writing one. This is my attempt to fulfill that dream. more »»

No bathrooms at DMV

May 20, 2012 So, we are building restrooms for the skatepark and have none at the DMV. Something is wrong with this pictur. more »»

Not the land of freebies

May 20, 2012 In response to Eric Engle published May 13. Does Mr. Engle really believe Mr. more »»

Chair theft not appreciated

May 20, 2012 Concerning the person or persons who took the four tan floral lawn chairs from my front yard, on the southside of Parkersburg, May 16, between 2 and 3 p.m. more »»

Women and their health

May 20, 2012 Did you know this week is National Women’s Health Week? It’s the perfect time for women to take charge of their health by scheduling a checku. more »»

Quick to judge, slow to act

May 20, 2012 This Sunday at church, the preacher carried on about the topic of homosexual marriage and how the president supported it. more »»

Rejecting God’s laws

May 20, 2012 As a Christian, I must be against homosexuality. more »»

No one crosses the aisle

May 20, 2012 Gov. Romney would be a pretty good Republican candidate for president if the tea party would only quit shoving him to the righ. more »»

Put litter in its place

May 20, 2012 I like to jog for exercise and peace of mind. Quite often my route takes me out Waverly Road in Williamstown. Once I pass the cemetery, I truly begin to enjoy the sights of spring. more »»

Obama, Democrats the only choice

May 13, 2012 In the 2012 election cycle it is more important than ever to vote Democrats back in to control of both houses of Congress and to give President Barack Obama a second term in the White House. more »»

An accident waiting to happen

May 13, 2012 As I traveled through Wood County to Ohio May 5, I decided to pass the slow-moving car in front of me. Luckily, I looked over my shoulder that third time as I pulled into the fast lane. more »»

D-Day reference is wrong

May 13, 2012 On two separate occasions recently, I have had the opportunity to read campaign literature which had been placed at Wood County businesses as part of Jeff Sandy’s re-election bid. more »»

Keep kids out of the street

May 13, 2012 There needs to be a law passed concerning traffic safety. I live in a small neighborhood off Seventh Street in Parkersburg. more »»

Woodlawn sewer gamble

May 13, 2012 I must commend the county commissioners for the tactics they used to get the people to sign on to their sewer project. more »»

Borrelli’s studio a city treasure

May 13, 2012 The greater Parkersburg Convention and Visitors Bureau campaign to “Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown” forgot to add at the top of their list Parkersburg’s history in photographs, at the Artcraft... more »»

Against him ... against him not

May 13, 2012 Please send Joe Manchin some daisies... or take them to the next rally.... OK, Joe Manchin, let’s here it again: “No” before he voted “Yes” on the EPA — which is against coal and jobs. more »»

The state’s roll of honor

May 6, 2012 In the April 15 issue of The News and Sentinel I read with interest the article by Jeffrey Saulton “Veteran honored for aid work. more »»

Consider being a foster parent

May 6, 2012 May is recognized across the country as National Foster Care Month, a time to honor America’s foster families. more »»

Use sidewalks when you can

May 6, 2012 I’ll make this short and to the point. To joggers/walkers: When there is a sidewalk, use it! When there is not a sidewalk, stay as far right as possible. more »»

 
 

OSBA president- guest speaker May 22, 2012

The Mid Ohio Valley Beekeepers' Association will meet Tues. May 22, 7:00pm, at the Washington County Career Center. SR676, Marietta. Guest speaker will be Ohio State Beekeepers' Association president and EAS master beekeeper Dana Stahlman. more »

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Some times second best is good enough

May 16, 2012 Some people think they need the best of everything. In many cases though, the best is frequently overkill and a waste of money. Case in point is how consumers react to the iPhone and the iPad. more »

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