By ERIN BECK The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The acting administrator for the West Virginia Supreme Court on Sunday defended the justices against offenses they were impeached for last month. During a meeting of the post-audits subcommittee during legislative interim meetings Sunday, Barbara Allen, acting administrator for the West Virginia[Read More…]
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Manchin again secures funding for West Virginia to fight opioid crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) secured a provision, in the opioid package that passed the Senate today, that will continue to ensure that West Virginia will receive more funding to fight the opioid epidemic. When originally passed, the funding that states receive to fight the opioid epidemic[Read More…]
GOpac endorsements for West Virginia Legislative candidates
GOpac Endorses the following Legislative Candidates in November 6, 2018 General Election CHARLESTON, W.Va. ─ GOpac, the Gas and Oil Political Action Committee of the Independent Oil and Gas Association of West Virginia (IOGAWV) has endorsed 64 candidates for legislative races in the upcoming West Virginia 2018 General Election on[Read More…]
Teachers rally at West Virginia Capitol (photos)
By CHRIS DORST Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Several groups representing teachers, school service personnel, and public employee rallied at the state Capitol on Sunday, the first day of legislative interim meetings since June. Speakers included Joe White, executive director of the West Virginia School Service Personnel Association, and Delegate[Read More…]
Award-winning WVU Extension Service program bolsters rural healthcare recruitment
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — It could be argued West Virginians in rural communities need more prevalent access to healthcare and medical professionals — winding mountain roads and rivers can make it difficult for many to make appointments and maintain an active relationship with primary-care providers. Many small communities may[Read More…]
10 things to know: Friday, September 14
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. FLORENCE’S OCEANWATER, FRESH WATER SURGES THREATEN CAROLINAS The storm, on the cusp on making landfall,[Read More…]
Pope accepts Bransfield’s resignation from diocese; Bransfield resigns, temporary head named
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. – Pope Francis Thursday named a temporary head of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston where Bishop Michael Bransfield resigned and is under investigation for sexual harrassment against adults. Francis appointed Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of[Read More…]
Gov. Justice issues State of Preparedness in advance of Hurricane Florence
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today Gov. Jim Justice has issued a State of Preparedness in advance of Hurricane Florence which is expected to hit the Eastern Seaboard later this week. This will cover the entire state of West Virginia and it allows for the mobilization of resources to assist with preparation for[Read More…]
Officials offer preparedness tips for potential flooding
By WENDY HOLDREN The Register-Herald Social media and various websites have posted tips for preparing for and surviving natural disasters. Here are a few. From FEMA, six things to know before disaster strikes: 1. Know where your gas shutoff valve is located. Shutting off gas before an emergency can help[Read More…]
