by Ingrid Jacques Two years ago, as the pandemic descended, I think most of us were startled by how much power it turned out governors and administrators […]
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The Fourth Estate: Free press’ check on government
The news media is often called the Fourth Estate. It is not an official part of government, but it is an important element of our country’s system […]
Facebook’s bad days show government needs to step in
EDITOR’S NOTE: This online-only version contains additional information not found in the print or e-edition of today’s paper. It’s been a harrowing 72-or-so hours for social media […]
Is Cary the best fit for WVU’s BOG?
All too often, we don’t pay much attention to the men and women behind the WVU curtain, but we need to take a closer look now. On […]
Revamping Social Security Administration
by Mark J. Warshawsky With the change in presidential administrations, some are demanding that President Joe Biden fire the current commissioner, Andrew Saul, of the Social Security […]
A running look at Legislative highlights of the last day of the 2021 session
MORGANTOWN — Saturday, April 10, is the last day of the 2021 legislative session. It will run through midnight. We’ll keep a running look at the highlights […]
Reedsville Council discusses reopening town hall
REEDSVILLE – Bolts, booths and town clerks were the main topics of discussion at the Monday evening meeting of the Reedsville Council. Due to high COVID numbers and the size of town […]
Preston town halls following different COVID precautions
KINGWOOD – Due to the ongoing pandemic, town halls in Preston County either continue to be closed to the public or have put other mandates in place for safety reasons. At […]
CARES cash drying up for local governments, at least for now
MORGANTOWN — A Jan. 19 letter from Ann Urling, deputy chief of staff for Gov. Jim Justice, says the state will not fill any more Coronavirus Aid, […]
Workforce WV offers public an explanation
Unemployment claims have risen 3,500% since March by Olivia Murrayomurray@dominionpost.com For some unemployed locals, getting the benefits they need to stay financially afloat during the pandemic has […]
