An editorial from the Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Many who are upset that Parkersburg South High School science teacher David Foggin has been suspended over comments posted on his Facebook page are using the First Amendment as part of their argument. These folks must realize, however, those[Read More…]
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Timely information about money in politics a must
Editor’s note: Sunshine Week, March 16-22, 2014, is a national initiative to promote a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. This column was published by the Logan Banner. In the McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission decision likely to be announced soon, the Supreme Court is[Read More…]
Customers line up for Goodwill opening in Elkins
ELKINS, W.Va. — Wednesday marked the grand opening of Goodwill at its new location on the Beverly Pike, to the enjoyment of dozens of eager shoppers. More than 150 people arrived in just the first three hours to check out the new store’s selection and layout. “I would say this[Read More…]
Breaking the law — intentionally or otherwise
Editor’s note: Sunshine Week, March 16-22, 2014, is a national initiative to promote a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. An editorial from The Inter-Mountain ELKINS, W.Va. — When elected officials intentionally refuse to release public information, do they realize they are breaking the law?[Read More…]
Wheeling judge won’t hold suspect without bond
WHEELING – Ohio County Circuit Judge James Mazzone on Wednesday denied a motion by Prosecutor Scott Smith to hold Charles Severance without bond during extradition proceedings that would return him to Virginia. Mazzone’s ruling came after Smith and Chief Public Defender Shayne Welling exchanged arguments as to whether the basis[Read More…]
W.Va. official’s support of contractor out of line
An editorial from The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Public officials who have a cloudy understanding about how cozy relationships can raise questions of impropriety should take a lesson from the case of a West Virginia official. Joe Gonzalez, communications director at the state Office of Emergency Medical Services, has been[Read More…]
Keep sunshine on the government
An editorial from The Dominion Post MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — There was a time not so long ago last winter when if you heard mention of Sunshine Week, it got your attention. We ’re hoping it still does today as the sun rises on spring. But more specifically, the Sunshine Week[Read More…]
Most of 200 bills passed await governor’s signature
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Final tally for the 2014 regular session of the West Virginia Legislature: Of the 1,876 bills introduced this session, 201 passed both houses and, to date, Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has signed 27 into law. Another 37 bills are pending the governor’s action, while the other 137[Read More…]
FOIA reform key to open government
Editor’s note: Sunshine Week, March 16-22, 2014, is a national initiative to promote a dialogue about the importance of open government and freedom of information. This column was published by the Bluefield Daily Telegraph. This Sunshine Week, the National Security Archive is reporting that 50 out of 101 agencies have[Read More…]
Standout fans spread hype at Charleston tourney
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Year after year, the West Virginia state high school basketball tournament creates a unique atmosphere of team spirit and postseason excitement. It also attracts the most unique school-spirited outfits from the most die-hard fans and students. Of course, “morph suits,” the skin-tight full-body suits that come[Read More…]