The Grave. It was a moving sight, a solitary gravestone near a hiking trail. The Inscription: “Wm Flood. Morgan’s Va. (illegible) Rev War.” What did that mean? I found that William Flood served with Daniel Morgan’s Virginia Riflemen on the expedition to capture Quebec in late 1775. ...

Smart people are interested in prayer. Seventy-six percent of Americans claim that they pray, and 50% report that they pray daily, according to minister Bob Russell in his book When God Answers Prayer. During the COVID epidemic, online searches for “prayer” were at the highest level ever in ...

April 7, 1788, Marietta’s founding date: The original pioneer work party of 48 souls arrived in flatboats at the Muskingum River. Jarvis Cutler was the youngest at age 19. He leaped ashore first - thereby claiming to be the “first” settler. So began his new often-unsettled life. ...

The Mid-Ohio Valley stands at a pivotal moment in its industrial history, if its businesses choose to lead and remain competitive. For decades, the region’s industrial and commercial activities have been reliant on energy sources that contribute to air pollution and environmental concerns. ...

My life as a photographer has had a lot of ups and downs. I don’t mean metaphorically, I mean high places, and some really low places. Sometimes the location is the story, and other times it’s just a good angle. One of the tricks of good photography is putting your camera at a location ...

By J.J. Barrett Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! Happy Halloween! This week trick or treat activities are happening all over the region. Please be aware of the times in your area for the safety of all our little ghouls and goblins. What is America’s favorite Halloween ...