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Vacancies: Fire departments may need your skills

Most of us take a look at the kinds of people who run TOWARD a fire to help and think “Eh … better them than me.” But if you are the kind of person who thinks “I could do that. I want to help, too,” West Virginia’s fire departments need you. The recently released Fire Prevention ...

Energy: Efficiency standards could use a boost

West Virginians take a lot of pride in having for generations “powered the nation,” with coal and natural gas. And perhaps it is because we are surrounded by energy sources in those forms in addition to solar, wind and hydroelectric options that, according to a recent report, we don’t do ...

Backyard Gardener: Hard frost marks end of growing season

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley Farmers and Gardeners! Most likely we will say goodbye to the growing season this weekend in the Valley as frost is in the forecast. Any late squash, tomatoes or other vegetables need to be harvested quickly. Don't forget to move houseplants back indoors before they get ...

MOV Parent: Dedication is very important in our students’ lives

Children in general play a huge role in parents’ lives. So every time I read something that I think will benefit our children or grandchildren, I let them read it. So, in this Friday’s article, since it’s for children, I will encourage you: once you read my article, either let the young ...

Education: Behavioral intervention post would benefit schools

If you wonder why teachers are often so stressed out and frustrated, take a look at the ever-growing pile of responsibilities they have for our children that bear very little resemblance to what was expected of a teacher a few decades ago. It’s no wonder nearly 38% of respondents to a ...

The Way I See It: Holiday season set to begin

After neatly spreading holidays out over the last 10 months, we are about to enter the intense holiday season. Late October, November and December have a lock on observances and celebrations. Most of them have food involved. Some have drinks involved, still others weird dress codes. Some ...