Editor, News-Register: I just read the front page article in the Wednesday, Jan. 29th edition of The Intelligencer titled “Potential federal aid freeze causes concern, confusion.” I read everyone’s concerns about the freeze on the federal grants and loans that the government provides ...
In 2025, who among us would consider facing the challenges those living in Weirton will have for at least the next few weeks: little to no water coming from the tap. City officials there have said numerous water line breaks have so impacted the water system that pressure to homes and ...
Editor, News-Register: Water pipes broke in the major cities of the Upper Ohio River Valley during the extended cold spell, which saw record breaking lows. Moreover, frozen iguanas are falling out of trees in Florida, and New Orleans had a blizzard. Greta, Al and the Davos attendees ...
As chairwoman of the West Virginia Senate’s Health and Human Resources Committee, I am keenly aware of our state’s struggle with opioid use disorder and the overdose crisis. Leaders throughout West Virginia have worked long and hard to come up with strategies and implement policies and ...
As debates rage about health care regulation, West Virginia’s Certificate of Need law has come under increased scrutiny, but the reality is this program plays an important role in helping ensure access to care. Critics argue that this program stifles competition and drives up costs. However, ...
Each year, Wheeling’s mayor takes time during the annual State of the City address to honor a handful of residents that have made a positive impact on the city. Current Mayor Dennis Magruder, in his first formal city address this week, honored a group that includes some of Wheeling’s most ...