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Sammy’s Law: Law gives parents tools to protect kids

A bipartisan group of lawmakers in Washington, D.C., has been working on ways to better protect kids online by giving parents the right to receive safety notifications through Federal Trade Commission-regulated third-party providers. Versions of Sammy’s Law, introduced in both the U.S. ...

High Points of the Valley

* Larger employers are making important investments in local communities, as the Cafaro Company has announced a multi-million-dollar planned renovation project at Grand Central Mall. The mall’s director of corporate communications, Joe Bell, said the effort will significantly modernize the ...

Screenings: Regular checkups best for colon health

If the sight of a giant inflatable colon catches you off guard, good. Perhaps the image will stick and serve as a reminder to keep up with colon cancer (and other) screenings. WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center is using the prop to help raise awareness about colon cancer and colon ...

Highways: Build on infrastructure improvements

West Virginia’s roads haven’t quite driven us to prosperity just yet, but they ARE better than they used to be, according to a report by the Reason Foundation. Its 29th Annual Highway Report showed the Mountain State moved up just a little — from 33rd to 30th. That still leaves us worse ...

Nscale: Investment carries possible great rewards

This week’s announcement that Nscale plans a large acquisition and development in Mason County is an encouraging step in the right direction as elected officials and policymakers continue their efforts to attract large employers to our state. London-based Nscale is set to acquire American ...

American Red Cross: Volunteers, donations and blood are needed

“We never take a holiday because disasters never take a holiday.” As Wood County Commissioners recognized American Red Cross Month, Sharon Kesselring, executive director of the American Red Cross of the Ohio River Valley, reminded them just how vital the organization is to our ...