The goal of the evening was civility: an “open conversation” with no agenda whatsoever. “We’re here to talk about recreational, adult-use cannabis,” said John Fetterman, Pennsylvania’s lieutenant governor, who stopped in Waynesburg Tuesday for his state-wide listening tour. The tour’s mission, Fetterman said, was to help the governor’s office gauge public opinion about potential legalization … Continue reading
Last week, a friend of mine approached me, frazzled, and told me about a professor who had claimed there is no longer a gender pay gap in the United States. After doing some research, I learned that unfortunately, this kind of thinking is not so unusual: many commentators, including those representing reputable sources, have claimed … Continue reading
Valentine’s Day on High Street is being celebrated in much the same way as always, but with a few exceptions. The specialty sweets shop, 5 Kidz Kandy, will be hosting its annual Valentine’s Day Open House, featuring a chocolate fountain, fruit bouquets and other sugary gifts. The event also functions as an opportunity for collaboration … Continue reading
Educators and administrators watched with anticipation, as Governor Tom Wolf announced his first bid for the Pennsylvania budget plan for 2019-2020. Amidst the rest of the dollar signs and allocations, Wolf would announce the amount to be dedicated to the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, which provides grants to college students in need. To keep … Continue reading
As both assistant dean of Student Services and the head men’s and women’s cross country coach, Chris Hardie’s days are filled with multitasking. On a Thursday afternoon, in his office in the Stover Campus Center, he is surrounded by papers–printed maps of Pennsylvania, which he is now marking meticulously with an ink pen. Hardie is … Continue reading
It’s frustrating when people insinuate businesses in Waynesburg are doomed, said Ben McMillan, or when they say that all the shops on High Street are closing down. His shop, McMillan Photography, decorated with vintage cameras and prints of his work, has been open more than a decade. And it has thrived. That hasn’t stopped all … Continue reading
The National Safety Council reported this month that it is more likely for Americans to die of an opioid overdose than in a motor vehicle crash. The report, which also tracks the likelihood of dying from heart disease, cancer and other ailments, states the odds of dying by overdose is 1 in 96, while the … Continue reading
Before President Donald Trump reopened the government last Friday, more than 800,000 federal employees and their families prepared for another missed paycheck. The government shutdown had a massive impact on communities all across the country, and Greene County was no exception. After a 35-day government shutdown, Democrats and Republicans nationwide are up in arms. High-profile … Continue reading
Empty Shells Last summer, the Winegars stayed busy—they did a lot of travelling, visiting scenic locations in the southwest and soaking in the vibrant skies and the serenity of desert flatlands. Both artists, Jim and Linda thought it would be inspiring, and they were looking forward to seeing old friends scattered around the country. They … Continue reading
When James Craig launched his campaign for state senate last spring, his reasoning was simple. Craig describes himself as having a “chip on his shoulder,” after growing tired of town hall meetings and conference calls trying to fix the region’s troubling opioid overdose rates. No one was attacking the problem the right way, he said. … Continue reading
