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Opinion
Climate scientists no less worthy of our trust than the weather forecasts we rely on daily
No, we’re not preaching heresy. But the truth is, most of us rely on weather forecasts far more than we’re willing to admit. As a science goes, […]
Making news about our history important to all
Dick Walters, Monongalia Historical Society, Morgantown I was pleased to see the excellent coverage in Monday’s edition of The Dominion Post of the Easton Roller Mill tours […]
Thanks to Bloom, others for successful programs
Carol Ann Miller, Morgantown I would like to thank Tom Bloom, president of the Monongalia County Commission, and the other county commissioners for all of their efforts […]
Learning about others dispels stereotypes
Edward Dowling, Morgantown I was dumbfounded to read in a recent letter to the editor (DP-May 24) that the staff at Mountain Ridge Middle School (in Gerrardstown) […]
Deliberative approach to tent cities by law enforcement, social service agencies smart
One problem we come critically close to assuming that we cannot solve is homelessness. Even though most of us don’t come in contact with the homeless on […]
Local artisan deserves a look
By Aldona Bird At craft and artisan shows I meander slowly from booth to booth, chatting up artisans with questions and compliments on their work. Earlier this […]
Most honorable tribute to those who died is not burying more
James Madison is hailed as the “Father of the Constitution” and the “Father of the Bill of Rights.” His role in drafting and promoting the Constitution and […]
If you’re able to work, why must taxpayers feed you?
Scott Watkins, Morgantown Barry Lee Wendell wrote a letter (DP-May20) concerning the evils of the Trump administration. He started out by claiming President Trump is trying to […]
An overdose of extreme loss in West Virginia
By Paula J. Bretz In December 2017, the National Center for Health Statistics released a report revealing that West Virginia led the nation in the rate of […]
