Editorials

Market drives healthy living and economy

The farmers market in Ironton looks to be smartly positioned to, well, grow this spring and summer. Now in its second year at the redesigned ... Read more | 1 comment

W.Va. sheriff’s mission must be carried on

The tragic shooting death of Sheriff Eugene Crum has rocked the rural community he served, but the impact can be felt far beyond the borders ... Read more | 3 comments

Citizens must allow voices to be heard

When Ironton businesswoman Yvonne DeKay Sinnott spoke out at a recent Ironton City Council meeting she joined a rare group of individuals who make their ... Read more | 6 comments

Pro-active efforts vital in drug fight

It wasn’t that long ago that no one had heard of OxyContin and prescription drug abuse wasn’t viewed as much of a problem. Now It ... Read more

Jail debate will require more voices

Positive strides were made when the Lawrence County Jail Committee met for its first meeting last week, as the group began brainstorming ways to address ... Read more | 2 comments