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Economy: Funding is necessary, but so is hope

If money is what it will take to resolve the damage done by the substance abuse epidemic in the Mountain State, we are sitting on an enormous opportunity through funds distributed by the West Virginia First Foundation. Just this month nearly $18 million in Momentum Initiative Grants was ...

High Points of the Valley

* It’s never too late to set a goal — and then crush it, as proved by 100-year-old Betty Hutchinson of Belpre, who celebrated her birthday earlier this month by walking across the Belpre Bridge. She was joined by her orthopedic physician Dr. Jeffrey McElroy, given that part of her ...

Repairs: Market needs people who can fix things

Those who have the opportunity to spend time with younger family members over this holiday break may be tempted to ask questions such as “What do you want to be when you grow up?” or “What are you studying in college?” A growing number of employers are hoping the answer to that ...

Bureaucracy: No Red Tape is a positive step for change

“When someone asks for help, the answer shouldn’t be a stack of paperwork.” That is true in most facets of our lives, but in this case, U.S. Sen. Jim Justice, R-W.Va., is talking about addiction treatment — and rightfully so. Those ready and willing to seek help sometimes find ...

Christmas: May love and warmth continue forever

As the rush to Christmas day nears its end, families across the Mid-Ohio Valley are settling into their traditions and regaining their grasp on the reason for our celebration. Many will find themselves in candlelit sanctuaries singing “Silent Night” together as we remember the birth of an ...

Hiking: Start the new year with a First Day Hike

If you’ve already gotten far enough ahead of the game, it’s just about time to relax, enjoy some time with friends and family while celebrating Christmas and maybe even start making plans for New Year’s Day. West Virginia State Parks has an idea — 21 parks will host 24 First Day Hikes ...