Business News
When the Sidewalk Becomes a War Zone
Electric bikes, scooters and other micromobility devices are transforming sidewalks, raising questions about pedestrian safety, rules and infrastructure.
The Jury List and the Voter Roll
Scott Presler compares Pennsylvania jury disqualification records with voter rolls to investigate possible non-citizen registrations and voting.
The Railroad to the Stars
SpaceX’s true advantage may be owning what its rockets deliver, echoing the railroad empires that profited from the commerce built along their routes.
The World’s Most Expensive Dinner Check
A look at Trump’s transactional foreign policy, tariffs, trade, alliances, and the effort to rebalance America’s costly role in the global order.
When the Sidewalk Can Fry an Egg, Maybe Skip the Walk
Protect dogs during summer heat with practical advice on cooling, hydration, grooming, safe exercise, hot pavement, and heat stroke warning signs.
The Biggest Thing to Happen to Beaver County Healthcare Since the Stethoscope
The AHN and Heritage Valley affiliation marks a new era for Beaver County healthcare. With a $285M investment, this partnership brings modernized care closer to home—proving that our best days are ahead.
When Your Drinking Water Starts Tasting Like the Bottom of a Canoe
Beaver County residents confront unpleasant-tasting tap water, treatment changes, filtration options, and the value of keeping a reliable drinking-water backup.
Young Washington: The Making of an American
A review of Young Washington, tracing George Washington’s formative failures, leadership, and early years in Western Pennsylvania.
The Eagle Has Flown
A reflection on Giant Eagle’s sale to Kroger, what Western Pennsylvania may gain, and what a region loses when a hometown headquarters leaves.
The AI Revolution Won’t Run on Algorithms. It Will Run on Electricians.
Beaver County’s AI future will depend on electricians, technicians, and skilled workers who build and operate the infrastructure behind data centers.
The Annual Migration of the Beaver County Fish Sandwich
A lighthearted guide to Beaver County’s Lenten fish fry tradition, exploring the faith, culture, and community behind the region’s beloved Friday fish sandwiches.
The Peptide Age Comes to the Gym (But Not the Jobsite)
A look at the rising peptide craze in Silicon Valley, where DIY biochemistry promises health and performance gains—contrasted with Beaver County’s traditional formula of work, sleep, and discipline.
Why Scrap Is Suddenly Worth Its Weight in Steel
Tenaris invests $13.3M in a Beaver Falls scrapyard to supply its Koppel electric arc furnace, highlighting how recycled steel is fueling the region’s modern manufacturing revival.
Things Are Looking Up (Or Is It Down?) For Western Pennsylvania Energy Firms
Western Pennsylvania’s energy industry is on a roller-coaster as coal demand rises with AI power needs and natural gas exports grow, putting the region at the center of global energy markets.
Post-Gazette Death Watch Update
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette faces closure after two centuries, marking a turning point for regional journalism and the fading era of the metropolitan newspaper.
Peace, Persian-Style? Why History Suggests This Time Might Be Different
A deeper look at Iran, Persian identity, and Middle East geopolitics—exploring how history, religion, and regional power shape conflicts often oversimplified in American news.
Old Steel Mills Rise From the Grave
U.S. Steel’s $100M slag recycling project signals modernization in western Pennsylvania steel—reshaping regional industry, competition, and environmental standards.
Has the Supreme Court Just Thrown a Monkey Wrench Into Beaver County’s Reindustrialization?
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs on technical grounds, but a legal path remains—raising high-stakes questions for Beaver County’s reindustrialization and economic future.
Munich, Marco, and the Matter of Material Sovereignty
Marco Rubio’s Munich speech argues that sovereignty, industry, and supply chains—not slogans—anchor Western security, with real implications for reindustrialization and places like Beaver County.
Bill Mazeroski (1936–2026) – The Quiet Man Who Shook the World And My Father’s Ford Showroom
A personal reflection on Bill Mazeroski’s legendary 1960 World Series home run, a crowded Beaver Falls car dealership, and how baseball history brushed one local childhood.