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Obama, Democrats the only choice
May 13, 2012 In the 2012 election cycle it is more important than ever to vote Democrats back in to control of both houses of Congress and to give President Barack Obama a second term in the White House. more »»
An accident waiting to happen
May 13, 2012 As I traveled through Wood County to Ohio May 5, I decided to pass the slow-moving car in front of me. Luckily, I looked over my shoulder that third time as I pulled into the fast lane. more »»
D-Day reference is wrong
May 13, 2012 On two separate occasions recently, I have had the opportunity to read campaign literature which had been placed at Wood County businesses as part of Jeff Sandy’s re-election bid. more »»
Keep kids out of the street
May 13, 2012 There needs to be a law passed concerning traffic safety. I live in a small neighborhood off Seventh Street in Parkersburg. more »»
Woodlawn sewer gamble
May 13, 2012 I must commend the county commissioners for the tactics they used to get the people to sign on to their sewer project. more »»
Borrelli’s studio a city treasure
May 13, 2012 The greater Parkersburg Convention and Visitors Bureau campaign to “Be a Tourist in Your Own Hometown” forgot to add at the top of their list Parkersburg’s history in photographs, at the Artcraft... more »»
Against him ... against him not
May 13, 2012 Please send Joe Manchin some daisies... or take them to the next rally.... OK, Joe Manchin, let’s here it again: “No” before he voted “Yes” on the EPA — which is against coal and jobs. more »»
The state’s roll of honor
May 6, 2012 In the April 15 issue of The News and Sentinel I read with interest the article by Jeffrey Saulton “Veteran honored for aid work. more »»
Consider being a foster parent
May 6, 2012 May is recognized across the country as National Foster Care Month, a time to honor America’s foster families. more »»
Use sidewalks when you can
May 6, 2012 I’ll make this short and to the point. To joggers/walkers: When there is a sidewalk, use it! When there is not a sidewalk, stay as far right as possible. more »»
Sewer system scare tactics
May 6, 2012 Washington County commissioners use scare tactics to get residents of Woodlawn Acres to vote for the new sewer system. Let me tell the voters of Washington County what they can expect for themselve. more »»
Contributing to our welfare
May 6, 2012 Regarding the letter on April 15 entitled “When ideology trumps facts,” I offer the following. The total income earned in any given year in the U.S. is a finite amount. more »»
Wonderful West Virginians
May 6, 2012 Becky and I had the opportunity to enjoy hearing two prominent West Virginians at a recent Mary Babb Cancer fundraiser. more »»
Outreach program to help vets
May 6, 2012 Are veterans special? Yes! Veterans are special because they gave of themselves, some voluntarily and others by way of the draft, in service to their country. more »»
Sharing God’s blessings
May 6, 2012 On Tuesday after having dinner at an area restaurant, my car wouldn’t start. With the hood up, I kept hoping someone would come by and offer help. more »»
Enslaved by our government
April 29, 2012 Liberals feel put upon and unappreciated. more »»
Seeking ‘No Party Affiliation’
April 29, 2012 As I overhear casual conversations on the subject of voting, it’s obvious that some confusion exists about a few important practices. A couple, in particular, merit some clarification. more »»
Consider Waters for magistrate
April 29, 2012 I would like to commend the Republican voters of Wood County Waters for Magistrate. more »»
Darwin’s work alive, well
April 29, 2012 In his April 15 letter to The News and Sentinel, William Taylor (“God vs. more »»
Inappropriate at the workplace
April 29, 2012 Some time ago a local business (I cannot disclose the name or nature of the business) hired someone I know (again I must be discrete). more »» Dinner May 19, 2012 CUTLER — The Veto Gospel Tabernacle youth group will hold a spaghetti dinner with cake walk, silent auctions and other activities at 5 p.m. May 19 in the Decatur Community Building on Ohio 555 at Cutler.Donations are being accepted. more » Local events |
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