Spring officially sprung about a month ago. But we have yet to see two or three spring day in a row. The last couple of weeks were […]
Editorials
Disinformation may be nation’s greatest enemy
Some claim it’s too late to do anything about the problem. Following the 2016 election it was indisputable that Russia carried out a massive disinformation campaign to […]
We endorse Fetty, Parsons, Harshbarger
The Dominion Post is endorsing Rachel Fetty in the 1st Ward; Barbara Parsons in the 2nd Ward; and David Harsbarger in the 6th Ward, in Morgantown’s City […]
Things don’t go better with a gun: Random look at recent stories linked to use of firearms all seem to end bad and worse
You don’t have to read far to realize the notoriety of firearms is on target. No, it doesn’t take a mass shooting for guns to make headlines. […]
The certain cause of no ill effects: State’s strong immunization laws keeping our children safe from measles outbreaks
It looks to be a case of the most compelling evidence for establishing cause and effect. It’s key principle, that is, is proving that the effects happened […]
Criticism water under the bridge: Emergency response agency expands horizon with hire of a mayor with grasp of disaster
“I know what happens when you put your name on federal documents that are incorrect.” Truer words have probably never been spoken although such consequences apply to […]
There should be consequences: City at fault, too, for not assessing penalties against Republic Services for its failings
Trash talking is not just heard in the realm of sports. It’s also directed at our community, this place we call home, too often. Of course, more […]
Things often not what they seem: Recent rash of stories only fuels innate trend to jump to conclusions
We always want to assume the worst. It’s more fun. That is, as humans we suffer from an inherent weakness to jump to conclusions. Some will say […]
Listen up, legislators: End to education forums signal time to learn a lesson
“It’s just really good to listen to people.” That should be the first point of reference for the Legislature once it resumes its special session on public […]
Time to stop and ask for directions: Governor, road officials need to tell us way — the plan — to improve road conditions
We were about to write meetings on road conditions are just not enough. However, following Wednesday’s postponement of a Monongalia County Commission work session with state highway […]