Talking to some friends after church last weekend, one commented, “As we get older, time seems to fly by. I can’t believe 2024 is almost over.” Time, is a great equalizer. We all have different talents and abilities. Some people have more money than others. We all have 24 hours in a day ...

I am an animal lover — a fact evidenced by the numerous pets that have passed through my life — and dogs, in particular, seem to respond to me and me to them. A week ago, I had the chance to help a couple of pups in what seemed to be an oddly coincidental series of events. First, I ...

Where would the rest of us be without the people who make things happen? Let me explain what I mean. Over the years I have spent reporting on local news, I have noticed that the same people seem to keep community events and activities happening time after time. Whether it is organizing a ...

Last week at the Outer Banks our family discussed relationships. One of our friends has been married four times. A comment made was, “Of course, they married the same type of person all four times.” I remarked, “A definition of insanity is doing the same thing …” Lynnda, my ...

Five years ago, I was on the field at Shawnee Park playing in Kanawha Valley adult soccer league. Running to a moving ball, I planted my left foot, kicked the ball with my right and was down on my back. On the bench, I iced the knee I twisted. Standing up, it suddenly felt like a severe muscle ...

As Veterans Day approaches, we pause to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who have defended our freedoms. This day serves as a powerful reminder to honor our veterans, those among us today and those who gave all in service to our nation. Belmont County is proud to be ...