When I was growing up in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, there was a very nice elderly Jewish couple that lived next door to us. At the time we moved to this suburb from the inner city of Cleveland, there were very few minorities, especially African Americans, in the community. They said we moved ...

Last week I brought in the mail, gave it to Lynnda and headed to my office. A few minutes later I heard, “Fourteen hundred dollars!” I ran in to see what was going on. Lynnda said, “Our electric bill is over fourteen hundred dollars!” We are on an annual budget. October is ...

It seemed to happen overnight. First, “meteorological autumn” arrived, them the first day of fall appeared on the calendar. Soon, a few trees began to sport spots of colors other than green. Then — seemingly out of nowhere — brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow began to appear ...

Years prior to my 2019 soccer injury, I was excited to be part of West Virginia’s first over 50 Veterans Cup team. The Veterans Cup is a national soccer tournament. Players had to be over 40 years old. Our team prepared for months practicing and playing together. We scrimmaged the University ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio ­— Across the nation, Manufacturing Day was Friday. In Ohio, Gov. Mike DeWine has designated October as Manufacturing Month. From Cleveland to Cincinnati, from Marietta to Montpelier, our state’s No. 1 industry is preparing to inspire the next generation to make their ...

Cooler temperatures, comforting foods, cozy sweaters, and the beauty of colorful foliage all around makes Belmont County the perfect place to enjoy autumn’s splendor. So, roll down the windows, let the breeze blow through your hair as you take in the crisp fall air on a drive down one of our ...