Monthly Archives: May 2008

The Waterman's Legacy

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

The Shores and Islands of Virginia Continue reading →

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Throwaway Lives

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

We know that public health in Appalachia is a national disgrace. We don’t need more studies. We need to teach young people to take control of their own health. Continue reading →

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Mountain Women Die Younger

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

A national study shows females in poor areas like Radford and Pulaski have diminished life expectancies. Poor diet and lack of insurance are likely culprits. Continue reading →

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Stretching the Highway Dollar

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

We can get more mileage out of transportation spending by prioritizing congestion relief, using performance-based planning and outsourcing maintenance. Continue reading →

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The Beltway to Easter Island

Posted on May 5, 2008 by matt ohern

Like the Eastern Islanders who built the big-eared moia, the engineers of the well-treed Capital Beltway are oblivious to the signs of impending ecological collapse. Continue reading →

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