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The Day

Opioid addiction treatment, Juneteenth headliners and more

A recap of the blog posts, columns and other reportage I've published online, in print and by broadcast today

June 12, 2023

Latest News

Grammy-nominated Dru Hill to headline Charleston Juneteenth celebration

The R&B group will perform at the June 17 event at the state capitol complex.

June 12, 2023

Latest News

WVU study: Reducing stigma, increasing payment support would expand treatment for opioid addiction

Reducing stigma and increasing support for medication-assisted treatment would expand therapy for opioid-dependent users, a WVU study finds.

June 12, 2023

Like I Was Sayin'

Vision Pro can prevent strain — but at what price?

Apple’s latest device has the potential to be of benefit to your health. But is its price really worth it?

June 12, 2023

Like I Was Sayin'

Wats spellin hav to do wit effektiv comunikation?

I may be paid to write good prose, but that shouldn’t mean I have to be a good speller.

June 5, 2023

Like I Was Sayin'

Forget the pool. The swimming hole is where the real fun is at

No pool can beat the pleasure to be had at a local swimming hole.

June 5, 2023

Like I Was Sayin'

Hotter-than-average summer? I can’t take it

If you need me between now and September, you’ll likely find me in the freezer.

June 5, 2023

Latest News

State waterfall trail, first in nation, expanded

Nine cascades added to West Virginia Department of Tourism waterfall guide

June 5, 2023

Like I Was Sayin'

Contemplating a kitty? Read this first.

I adopted the kitten because I thought she was cute. Little did I know that adorable face was just a mask.

June 5, 2023

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The Lede is on a two-week break

We’ll be back with new content a week after Memorial Day.

May 22, 2023

The Sunday Edition

Sunday, May 21, 2023

The news and features you may have missed this week from journalist Michael Ramsburg

May 21, 2023

The Saturday Shortlist

Saturday, May 20, 2023

The columns you may have missed this week from writer and journalist Michael Ramsburg

May 20, 2023

The Day

Childhood memories, a tick(y) situation and more

A recap of the blog posts, columns and other reportage I've published online, in print and by broadcast today

May 19, 2023

Throwback

Eating the ocean up Cherry Run

That salt water taffy, and those little boats made from its wrappers — that’s as close to coming to the ocean as we could ever get up Cherry Run.

May 19, 2023

Look At This

Banning TikTok, confronting climate change and considering a name

A selection of reportage you should read, watch, listen to and engage with today.

May 19, 2023

The Day

A noble bench, the Symphony Sunday agenda and more

A recap of the blog posts, columns and other reportage I've published online, in print and by broadcast today

May 18, 2023

Latest News

'Golden Horseshoe' recipients to be knighted on bench made by their peers

Top scorers of annual Golden Horseshoe Test to be honored in June 13 ceremony

May 18, 2023

Latest News

Orchestra's annual Symphony Sunday lineup announced

This year marks the 40th Symphony Sunday performance

May 18, 2023

Look At This

Dozens and dozens of dolls, debt ceiling doomsday scenarios and what it's like to live in the world's coldest villages

A selection of reportage you should read, watch, listen to and engage with today.

May 18, 2023

The Day

The best destination for families in America, a look at the state of the nation's hamburger offerings and more

A recap of the blog posts, columns and other reportage I've published online, in print and by broadcast today

May 17, 2023

Latest News

New River Gorge named best family trip in US

Outside magazine names nation’s newest national park the best trip for families in 2023

May 17, 2023