Population loss is a problem plaguing almost all of the Mountain State. (The Eastern Panhandle and part of North Central West Virginia are not experiencing the same challenges as the rest of us). According to a report by The Daily Athenaeum — West Virginia University’s student-run ...
As I write this, we are leaving Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, after a pleasant visit. Lynnda and I left Easter Sunday afternoon for a trip to Florida and a cruise with our youngest son and his family. I’m sharing some of our experiences this week that may give you things to think ...
I hope all of you had a wonderful Easter like we did with family. Like I tell everyone, we live in this awesome country, so we celebrate both Easters. This week we experience the orthodox Holy Week, and I will share with you some traditions. We don’t just observe it … we live it. We ...
The crime of child sexual abuse has the nation’s attention lately in a way never seen before. While we collectively, and rightfully, seek justice for these victims, let’s not forget the kids up the street, or down the holler, who are in the midst of the same horrific experiences. Last ...
Maurita the Crochet Lady here. I hope you are excited to make some lightweight earrings with me this month. These charms can also be used hanging from a simple crocheted chain as a necklace or to add to any other project. Also, the sunflower can be made with a yellow center and white petals ...
Bipartisan efforts to address housing accessibility and affordability are becoming more common, though many are at the state level. Now federal legislation introduced by U.S. Sens. Jim Justice, R-W.Va., and Peter Welch, D-Vt., could help increase home ownership in rural regions by expanding ...
