I’m proud of the impressive and increased numbers of visitors to the Greater Parkersburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. But just think what they might be if there were signs. Coming down the ramp into Parkersburg from Route 50, the office is not visible. There are no signs to guide ...
I am writing to salute two citizens of the area whom I think are very deserving of recognition and who often labor insufficiently appreciated. I practiced law for 38 years, through 2010. During that time, I met, worked with and became friends with many fine lawyers around the state of West ...
The role of a parent is more challenging than ever. We are constantly bombarded with expectations and judgments that can seep into every aspect of our lives, including how we raise our children. I believe that there is a new way to approach parenting – one that is rooted in love, ...
Do we now and have previously had a surplus in our State revenue? I have read that the governor says that we have had a billion-plus-dollar surplus for the last two or three years. Then I read that West Virginia University has a budget shortage of $45 million and is required to eliminate ...
Just when I think Congressman Alex Mooney can sink no lower, I get his totally sleazy campaign mailer. “China lies, cheats, and steals — and sent us COVID.” Are you serious? And by the way, who paid to send this mailer? Him? His campaign? Nope. You and I. Lies, cheats, and steals? ...
9-11 has recently come to my mind. That day stands out not just because of the national shock that our country faced but also of the kindness I received from a police officer. He passed the corner where I sat in my car processing two shocks of the day, a national one and a personal one. He ...
