The Public Voice: Energy
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Dann Wrong To Stay in Office
May 14, 2008
Ohio native George Armstrong Custer may have had fewer adversaries in his famous last stand than does Buckeye State Attorney General Marc Dann, who seems determined to go down fighting. » Full Story
Energy
February 20, 2008
• Coal. Wind. Ethanol. Locally drilled oil and natural gas. These types of energy are on the minds of Ohio Valley residents as the nation attempts to move away from its dependence on foreign oil. » Full Story
Windmill Power Not Possible in Valley
February 20, 2008
Wind power seems to be a hot topic these days. More and more wind farms are popping up around the country as America continues to move toward energy independence. » Full Story
Weather and Supply Affect Natural Gas Rates
February 20, 2008
Just as the cost of gasoline has more than doubled at the pump since 2001, so has the cost of natural gas and home heating oil — two essential ingredients when it comes to heating a home in the » Full Story
From Coal to Liquid?
February 20, 2008
Unless the United States is prepared for an “extremely strict energy diet,” coal will remain the primary fuel for generating electricity for many years to come. » Full Story
Miners’ Safety Not Being Taken Lightly
February 20, 2008
Coal mine accidents have been a known danger for those in the mining industry for years, which leads many area residents, including Bobby Johnson of Follansbee, to ask the question: &ldqu » Full Story
Tunnel Ridge Mine Will Bring 300 Jobs
February 20, 2008
It’s been more than two years since Alliance Coal announced it would be opening a new coal mine in Ohio County, and Jim Goudy of Wheeling is asking the question, “Is the new coal min » Full Story
Local Coal Is in High Demand
February 20, 2008
With the National Mining Association projecting near-record nationwide coal production this year — as well as record demand for American coal— the demand for the local area’s h » Full Story
Oil Wells Going Up in Monroe County
February 20, 2008
As the nation continues to move toward energy independence, some people are looking to the southern counties of our area for new sources of natural resources, as Monroe, Tyler and Wetzel counties are » Full Story
West Virginia Gas Prices Affected by Distribution Methods, Taxes
February 20, 2008
WHEELING — For the past six years, motorists have felt pain at the pump as gasoline prices continue to rise. » Full Story
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