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Editorials

Take Advantage Of West Virginia’s Trails

Looking for a way to enjoy the beautiful weather and explore our state’s natural wonders? The timing of National Trails Day couldn’t be more perfect. On Saturday, parks across our state will be hosting events including guided hikes and trail clean-ups, as part of the American Hiking ...

Care For The Caregivers

Millions of Ohioans are caregivers for family members or neighbors in Ohio. As Ohio AARP Executive Director Jenny Carlson put it, “That’s one in four adults … holding up our healthcare system.” As public officials demand greater scrutiny over how Medicaid funds are used for at-home ...

It’s Time For West Virginia To Stop Being Dead Last

Earlier this spring, the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce waved some red flags regarding the state’s unemployment picture. According to WorkForce West Virginia’s numbers, total employment declined by 6,700 jobs from March 2025 to March 2026. Employment in the state sat at just 744,000 ...

Foster Teens In Need Of Our Help

Charleston’s First Presbyterian Church Hope Center released a report last week that highlights the challenges for young people aging out of the foster care system in West Virginia. It showed the continuum of care for these vulnerable residents falls short in a number of ways. For the Hope ...

West Virginia’s Drug Problem Must Be Remedied

Despite enormous settlements and creation of a foundation that says it is dedicated to preventing substance use disorder, supporting recovery and saving lives, a study this spring from WalletHub showed West Virginia STILL has the sixth-worst drug problem in the country. Worse, the Mountain ...

In The Business World, Every Role Matters

In drawing the parallels between local business communities and baseball teams, Roberto Clemente Jr. hit a home run. Clemente, the son of Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente Sr., was the keynote speaker at the recent Lunch with Leaders held by the Wheeling Area Chamber of ...