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Local Columns

The curious case of Caiden Cowger

When writing about lobbyists in my column last summer, I wrote about Caiden Cowger, a Republican political operative and the president of the Family Policy Council of West Virginia. While Cowger’s predecessor at the Family Policy Council, Allen Whitt, was a registered lobbyist with the West ...

Remember the importance of poll workers

We’re under the two-month mark leading up to West Virginia’s primary election, and while there is much attention on the various candidates set to appear on the ballot, there is something else just as important we should consider. In order for the election to be as successful as we have ...

Time to fix household leaks

A simple household leak can cost you a lot of money. Most are simple to fix once you locate them, but leaks can be sneaky. The Public Service Commission of West Virginia is participating in Fix a Leak Week, March 18-24 by encouraging everyone to be vigilant in finding and repairing leaks in ...

To whom it may concern, I have to say good-bye

To whom it may concern, I am looking for a “sibling” for my 10-month-old husky, Mia. Some people believe I am crazy for wanting to get another puppy. My home already offers shelter and love to three teenage boys and the recent addition of a dog not quite 1. But I believe there is always ...

History in the Hills: Recollections of an historian

Some people, it seems, are just born with natural abilities. Some are naturally athletic, some are artistic and some are good at math, among other subjects. I, however, did not get those attributes. What I did get is the ability to learn and retain historical facts. For whatever reason, this ...

Thoughts on the 2024 legislative session

As I write this Sunday morning following the end of this year’s 60-day session of the West Virginia Legislature, I’m trying to wrap my head around everything. When one looks back at this particular session, I have no idea what the takeaways will be. I stand by my contention a few weeks ...