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America under Trump

Dear Editor, It is truly discouraging but quite obvious that current president Donald J. Trump, who also happens to be a convicted felon, when taking the U.S. presidential oath of office to begin his second term in the White House during his inauguration on January 20th 2025 swore that to the best of his ability that he would preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United states. But to date he has done the opposite and has also refused to comply with the Rule of Law which he is also required to do, as no other president has ever so done in their first 100 days in ...

9th Annual Jerry’s Walk a Success

Dear Editor: On Sunday, April 27, 2025, Jerry’s Walk — Illuminating Suicide Awareness held its 9th annual suicide prevention walk in St. Clairsville. The event is an opportunity to encourage an open conversation around suicide with a goal of removing the stigma attached to what is truly a public health crisis. That stigma results in silence that tragically causes so many who are suffering to avoid seeking the help they need and deserve. The Walk also allows those who have survived a loss to suicide to come together and offer each other support. Jerry’s Walk wishes to thank ...

Ohio’s Energy Impact: At the Core of Our Daily Lives

Dear Editor, Ohio’s energy industry is the backbone of modern life — powering our homes, fueling our vehicles and driving our economy. Affordable, reliable energy isn’t just a convenience — it’s essential to life as we know it in Ohio and across the globe. Our recent report, The Essential Facts on Essential Ohio Energy, showcases that Ohio stands as a national leader in energy, ranking 10th in overall energy production and 8th in electricity generation. Natural gas is at the heart of this success, supplying nearly 60% of the state’s electricity. Its impact is felt in ...

Advocating for Quality Care

Dear Editor, May is Older Americans Month, a perfect time to highlight the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program at Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities, which serves some of Ohio’s most vulnerable older adults. While the term “Ombudsman” might not be familiar to everyone, the mission is clear: advocating for individuals receiving long-term care services. Whether in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult group homes, or through in-home care, Ombudsmen work to empower, educate, and amplify the voices of individuals to ensure quality of care and ...

THE SON

Dear Editor, In Mt 16:33(RSV), Jesus inquired of his disciples “Who do men say that the Son of man is?” Simon Peter’s response, “You are the Christ the Son of the living God,” is revelatory and sets the stage for more revelations that end with Jesus’ prophetic declaration in Mt 16:28, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of man coming in his kingdom.” This prophecy provides essential context for understanding Jesus’ prophecy in Mt 24:34-36—“Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away ...

‘Light’ of America

Dear Editor, I always look forward to this format offering from The Times Leader. The “Thank you” letters often published are mostly heartwarming. To place “Light” on benevolence is needed these days. Years ago, an old neighbor, friend and good man had told me something I’ve always remembered. It was 1978 (I wore a Jimmy Carter sweater), inflation was 20%. I was a steelworker (Yorkville Mill) Wheeling Steel, WPSC, Severstal Steel and RG, LLC (40 years). The cost of living adjustment (COLA) reflected an extra $150.00 a pay (2 weeks). The fixed income of the good man ...