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West Virginians should be encouraged by the way the state's lawmakers have handled their duties in 2012. Both chambers of the state Legislature have, at least for now, put aside politics and embraced an More>>
We often are critical of our elected leaders, specifically our state Legislature. But we also think it's important to give credit where credit is due. Lawmakers' swift and decisive action this session More>>
Some ominous news emanated out of Boone County recently. Two coal companies announced mine closures and cutbacks that will result in miners losing their jobs. But that's just the beginning. According More>>
We live in an era of free, open and instant communication. Whether this is good or bad remains to be seen, but it's most certainly the truth. Lawmakers in the West Virginia House of Delegates have some More>>
Both houses of the West Virginia Legislature are to be greatly commended for the speedy passage of a bill that would give developers hoping to build a multibillion-dollar chemical processing plant a 25-year More>>
The Lincoln County officials involved in the latest round of vote buying and electioneering should be ashamed. Sheriff Jerry Bowman and Clerk Donald Whitten are expected to plead guilty to charges that More>>
For the first time in years, all members of the West Virginia National Guard are home. For the past decade, our guardsmen and women have been in harm's way, defending the country and making certain that More>>
The Legislature spoke with a resounding voice this week. The near unanimous passage of a tax break for companies looking to build an ethane cracker in West Virginia shows that our state is truly open More>>
This week's report from the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration points to some stunning failures on the part of Massey Energy and its subsidiary, Performance Coal, in connection with explosion that More>>
A major aspect of the holiday season is shopping. We need to buy gifts for friends and family. Of course, finding that perfect item often means battling vicious crowds, long lines, traffic and everything More>>
The Environmental Protection Agency plays a vital role in making sure the ecosystem remains balanced and is kept safe from harmful toxins and chemicals. West Virginia has a unique perspective on the damage More>>
Frontier Communications has invested hundreds of millions of dollars into the Mountain State. Now it's time for the state to make something out of that investment. More>>
A decision by Chesapeake Energy to ship its wet gas to Texas shouldn't stop W.Va. from pursuing an ethane cracker. More>>
Critiquing West Virginia's decision moving from the Big East to the Big 12. More>>
West Virginia leaders should offer the same help and incentives offered to Toyota to other business. More>>
Mason and Putnam counties recently filed lawsuits contending the House of Delegates redistricting plan is unconstitutional. More>>
Expanding access to high-speed Internet service is as important to West Virginians as highways, sewer and water service and other infrastructure. More>>
This week, we mourn the passing of Milan "Mike" Puskar. Puskar, who died after a courageous battle with cancer, was a titan in his field and one this state's greatest and most generous benefactors. Puskar More>>
According to a recent report, coal reserves in Central Appalachia are running out. Some smaller mining operations have been forced to close, and even giant companies such as Arch Coal do not paint a rosy More>>
Welcome Success is easy when times are good. When business is booming and life seems rosy, it is easy to be at the front of the line, directing people where to go. More>>
West Virginia's race against Ohio and Pennsylvania to attract an ethane cracker facility has united a number of industries hoping to best take advantage of the potential investments. More>>
Legislation would provide five or 10-year tax exemption to businesses meeting certain criteria — a move one business owner says would make the state far more competitive in attracting jobs. More>>
A bill that would permit a gaming facility in a "rural resort community" was introduced in the Senate Feb. 20. More>>
AEP CEO Nick Akins says future carbon capture systems at power plants likely will skip the storage part if a market can be found for carbon dioxide. More>>
Costumed swimmers raised money this weekend at the Morgantown Polar Plunge: Freezin' For a Reason, which benefits the West Virginia Special Olympics. Another Plunge will take place at 3 p.m. Feb. 25, at Winterplace Ski Resort in Beckley/Flat Top.
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The state's last remaining debt issue now is history. More>>
A study released Thursday points primarily to market factors, not environmental regulation as the driving force behind coal plant closures. More>>
A bill currently stalled in the House Judiciary would require utility companies to write plans for providing "least-cost" electricity and several interest groups are hoping the bill will push through. More>>
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