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As ship of state sinks, Commander McGraw worries about strawberries
2/3/2012 1:00 PM

Like the paranoid and delusional Commander Queeg of "The Caine Mutiny," Attorney General Darrell McGraw envisions himself as a ship's captain of the State of West Virginia.

Tomblin

THEIR VIEW: Showcasing our wonderful state at her best
2/2/2012 8:18 AM
CHARLESTON -- West Virginia stands out as a family-friendly, adventure-driven, yet relaxing place to be, in any season. Our restaurants, hotels and motels, bed and breakfasts, and all the aspects that make West Virginia unique continually strengthen the tourism, hospitality and travel industries.

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Why go to court for something that's covered by insurance?
1/27/2012 1:30 PM
So, what's the point of having car insurance? That's the question we ask ourselves every time we hear about another person filing a lawsuit over an automobile accident.

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THEIR VIEW: Higher taxes will limit job creation
1/26/2012 9:30 AM
CHARLESTON -- Our nation and our state are a long way from full economic recovery. It is essential that our leaders in Washington enact sound legislative policies that prioritize economic growth and job creation right here in the United States.

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McGraw wins one, and the loser could be you
1/20/2012 10:15 AM
Because he refuses to release his transcripts, we can only guess what subjects President Obama studied in college. But it's our guess that economics wasn't one of them.

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THEIR VIEW: Will legal reform be addressed this year?
1/17/2012 2:33 PM
The new year brings with it another legislative session, and as state lawmakers begin to deal with a variety of issues facing our state, creating jobs and reducing unemployment will likely dominate the discussion.

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Gilmer Co. officials don't know what 'public' means
1/13/2012 1:45 PM
Winter's far from over. But, if you're like us, you're already thinking about spring, the warm weather to come and that first picnic in the park with the family.

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THEIR VIEW: Learning for a lifetime
1/12/2012 1:00 PM
CHARLESTON -- As a former teacher, I am a strong supporter for continuing education.

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When a planning commission starts plotting ...
1/6/2012 1:00 PM
There's a group called the Institute for Justice (IJ) that specializes in defending the rights of entrepreneurs against arbitrary and capricious state and local lawmakers.

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Tomblin

THEIR VIEW: Lower taxes for the new year
1/5/2012 8:23 AM
CHARLESTON -- At the start of the New Year, when checking out at the grocery store, our seniors, individuals and families will keep more of their hard earned money.

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The gift that keeps on giving: constructive criticism
12/22/2011 12:13 PM
It's better to give than to receive -- and that's certainly true of criticism.

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