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Editorial: Creating state trust fund now could offer stability for future

2012-02-09T23:32:21-05:00

Proposals to use a portion of mineral taxes for creating a long-term trust fund in West Virginia haven't gained a lot of traction in the state capital, but it's an idea worth refining and pursuing.

Milt Hankins: Israeli strike against Iran looming -- and rightfully

2012-02-09T23:33:46-05:00

Last week, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, signaled Islamic militant groups that his country will "aid any nation or group that challenges Israel and said any military strikes over the Islamic Republic's nuclear program would damage U.S. interests in the Middle East '10 times over,'" according to an Associated Press report.

Voice of the people

2012-02-09T23:25:42-05:00

Change is the word that comes to mind when I think of black history. President Abraham Lincoln issued a preliminary decree in September 1862 stating that, unless the 11 rebellious states return to the Union by Jan. 1, 1863, he would grant freedom to all the slaves within those states.

Mark Caserta: Revealing military plan for Israel is telling

2012-02-08T22:10:43-05:00

Why would the United States intentionally expose Israel's military plan to attack Iran's nuclear facilities to prevent the Iranians from enriching uranium to build a nuclear bomb?

Editorial: Dropout prevention effort needs community's support

2012-02-08T22:10:42-05:00

Formal education is not a guarantee of success, and some very talented people find great success without much formal education.

Voice of the people

2012-02-08T22:10:42-05:00

An acquaintance of mine died recently. I only had a few conversations with him sitting in the balcony of our church and did not know him beyond those brief but deep whispered conversations. His unexpected death came at a time when he seemed truly content in his life and the outpouring of love for him from my church family is a testament to his character.

Editorial: Economic worries loom large in region

2012-02-07T22:19:35-05:00

If you are hoping for consumers to lead a much-needed economic rebound, you may be waiting a while.

Editorial: Drug-court tactic offers better odds for rehabilitation

2012-02-07T22:20:16-05:00

The continued expansion of drug courts in West Virginia is welcome for multiple reasons.

Diane W. Mufson: Negative political campaigning here to stay

2012-02-07T22:21:04-05:00

Do you remember these old adages, "You catch more flies with honey than vinegar," "If you can't say something nice don't say anything at all," or "Don't wash your dirty laundry in public?"

Voice of the people

2012-02-07T22:15:42-05:00

I was so relieved to read that the Huntington Police Department does not pull drivers over for personal reasons. They are all about safety, they say. Since that is the case, I have a suggestion for them that will help them keep the rest of us safe.

Editorial: Autism law requires remedy to meet original intention

2012-02-06T23:18:09-05:00

West Virginia's new law extending health care coverage to children with autism didn't turn out exactly as billed, and advocates for that new coverage are now seeking a fix.