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Spending: Local businesses need your money

Been stuck in the house for a while? Made one last run at the big box store before the snow, ice and frigid temperatures hit and haven’t spent an extra dime since? One day, we will be through this arctic spell. We’ll need to venture out and do a little shopping. Maybe we’ll just be ...

Economy: West Virginia lawmakers must improve quality of life

How many of us regularly see social media posts and advertorials touting something along the lines of the top hidden gems to retire to in West Virginia? They’re everywhere. And most seem to be aimed at luring non-West Virginians to a few select locations after their retirement. But what if ...

Miana: Child’s death should be a call to action

West Virginians got a horrific reminder last week of the depth from which those trying to reform the work of the state Department of Human Services are trying to climb, with news that on Feb. 15, 2025, 11-year-old Miana Moran of Taylor County died in a case that has led to murder charges for ...

High Points of the Valley

* Logan W. and Addison R. earned high praise from judges following speeches and interviews as part of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Parkersburg’s annual recognition event last week. Logan is the club’s Youth of the Year and Addison is Junior Youth of the Year. Logan will go on to represent ...

North Star: Center offers safe space for abused kids

Though a detailed analysis is still being prepared, North Star Child Advocacy Center has released preliminary 2025 numbers that tell a complex story. North Star works with Child Protective Services, law enforcement and prosecutors to provide forensic interviews and medical exams for child ...

Access: Infrastructure proposal should be considered

West Virginians know our state is full of pieces of land that would make fantastic locations for new employers to build … except you can’t get there from here. Infrastructure isn’t our strong suit, and site readiness efforts are often about not just utilities and maybe even having a pad ...