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This is a clear case of ‘electile dysfunction’

The delta variant is here. The delta plus variant is spreading. The lambda variant has been detected. In a few years, my kid will be pledging the omicron variant in college. Some people want masks back. Some people want lockdowns. Others want vaccine passports. Many conservatives are convinced ...

Cultivating and killing — a summer cycle

It’s kind of funny how we spend so much time cultivating plants on some parts of our properties but trying to destroy plant life in other areas. I found my self contemplating this while watering my vegetable garden the other night. For months now, I have tended the plants there — placing ...

Tourists are visiting us for many reasons

People travel for many reasons and in different ways. They visit an area for pleasure, business, or to visit someone or someplace. Some may enjoy camping and the outdoors, while others would rather stay at luxury lodging facilities. Tourists and visitors travel by car, motor homes, ...

Strategic investments improve Appalachia

With 52 of our 67 counties calling Appalachia home, Pennsylvania is no stranger to the rich geography of the region filled with stunning mountain views, rivers and streams, and wildlife. It’s home to tremendous cultural and historical resources and 5.6 million Pennsylvanians who live, work, ...

Make the most of the bounty that you have been given

In my corporate days, as district manager, I was responsible for southern West Virginia, eastern Kentucky and western Virginia. I became good friends with Bill, the manager responsible for northern West Virginia and eastern Virginia. The district manager is responsible for everything ...

Peace of mind and protecting each other

It’s nice to have a little peace of mind. That’s what I have been feeling ever since I became fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. I have felt free to go without a mask in most settings, and I have experienced relief that most of my friends and family members also enjoy that same ...