BY BARRY WENDELL Cal Thomas (DP-Tuesday) finds it a mystery that Jews stick with the Democratic Party, especially after the recent comments of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., […]
Guest Editorials
Road more taken: Extending Interstate 68 will pay big dividends for state
West Virginia is blessed with a scenic beauty unparalleled in most states. Our hills and valleys are a pleasure to gaze upon. But, they also create a […]
Group of agencies constantly monitoring safety of vaccines
By Marie A. Abate We wish to respond to the recent commentary (DP-July 29) regarding vaccines since it did not accurately address vaccine safety monitoring in the […]
Don’t underestimate libraries contribution to common good
By Karen Diaz Libraries enjoy an interesting relationship with the public and our users. We are trusted, loved, and yet often underestimated. Folks think of libraries as […]
Questions into mineral rights need dug into
By Barbara Grigg The beauty of life experience over time, particularly in one discipline, is perspective. While preparing to teach reporting and sponsor “The Columns” student newspaper […]
HHS fails to assure vaccine safety; responsibility falls to state
By Alvin H. Moss In response to legal action against it on April 12, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) acknowledged June 27 that […]
Carmichael should work with teachers
By Tega Toney In recent weeks, Senate President Mitch Carmichael has taken it upon himself to launch a one-man crusade against the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), […]
Need for civility has to come from both sides of political spectrum
By Barry Lee Wendell I keep hearing from so-called “conservatives” about the need for civility, to accept people with different ideas and remain friendly, if not friends. […]
Amendment 1 is not pro-life; elect women
By Julia Hamilton On Nov. 6, West Virginia voters will have a serious decision to make, so it’s important we know the facts. Let’s start with the […]
Nonprofit status of Mylan Park is not an ‘illusion’
By Craig Walker Having read the article regarding Morgantown’s town hall meeting and the Deputy Mayor’s comments regarding Mylan Park, I am compelled to respond. In 1999, […]