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Op-ed: We can do better

In response to Matt Dole’s opinion piece dated March 10: First, it is the sworn duty of Marietta City Council President Susan Vessels to watch out for the well-being of the citizens of Marietta, a duty she takes very seriously. You should not belittle or minimize her concerns. I agree with ...

Op-ed: Funding the fundamentals in 2026

For generations, West Virginians have believed in something simple: if you focus on the fundamentals, reward hard work, and let families keep more of what they earn, good things happen. That’s the approach we’ve taken in the Mountain State, and today we’re seeing real results. This ...

Letter to the Editor: Out of control

It’s almost amusing, were it not so sadly serious, the Democrats stating ICE is out of control and needs reining in, when it’s the Democratic Party’s radical base needing reining in. When the “summer of love” riots broke out in Minneapolis, Minn., Portland, Ore. and other U.S. ...

Cracking the Code: Avoid the dark side

Last week I talked about our friend in Oman who was emotional after a deadly Iran drone attack not far from his factory. “Oman is a peaceful country. We are friends with everyone. We are still trading with Iran. They are crazy! Why would they attack a market and an industrial area with no ...

Op-ed: Capitol Connection - that’s a wrap

This week marked the final week of the 2026 Legislative Session and it was an exciting week of discussion at the Capitol. The Senate passed SB 392, relating to the personal income tax. This issue has been debated for multiple weeks and the final bill will result in a 5% personal income tax ...