Release from the office of the Governor:CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that, at his request, the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources will stock 30,000 trout over the next week in streams around the state so anglers and their families can enjoy fishing opportunities during the holiday season. “As[Read More…]
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Heavy snow projected for West Virginia
By Edgar Kelley, The Inter-Mountain ELKINS, W.Va. — Randolph and surrounding counties are bracing for a second winter storm this week, as another surge is expected to make its way through most of the region today. Close to 45 million residents in the eastern United States are under winter storm[Read More…]
WV Hive recognizes Analabs, Inc. of Beckley as 2020 Small Business of the Year
Release from WV Hive: BECKLEY, W.Va. — Judy Moore, director of the West Virginia Hive Network in Beckley, cited Kelli Harrison of Analabs, Inc. as its 2020 Small Business of the Year awardee. Moore said companies, partners, and higher education institutions are recognized by the leadership of the West Virginia Hive[Read More…]
West Virginia House of Delegates Speaker Roger Hanshaw announced key members of leadership team for 85th Legislature
Release from the West Virginia House of Delegates: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, R-Clay, today announced key members of his leadership team for the upcoming 85th Legislature. “We’ve had a great team that’s worked collaboratively during the past few years to advance bold ideas to improve our state,” Speaker[Read More…]
First doses of COVID-19 vaccine administered in West Virginia
By Charles Young, WV News CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — The first doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine arrived in West Virginia on Monday morning, according to Gov. Jim Justice and members of his coronavirus task force. Initial shipments were sent to facilities in Monongalia and Kanawha counties and will be[Read More…]
Plan to entice population growth in Huntington, West Virginia, moving forward
By Josephine E. Moore, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — As vaccines for coronavirus make their way to cities throughout the United States, officials with the city of Huntington are looking for ways to ensure that the city will end up better off than when COVID-19 started. One of the ways[Read More…]
West Virginia fire department officials want to ensure a fire-free decorating season
By Eddie Trizzino, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The Fairmont Fire Department responds to at least one fire caused by a Christmas tree or Christmas decorations almost every year. Fire Capt. Dave Perkins said he is constantly on a mission to teach residents about fire prevention techniques they can adopt[Read More…]
West Virginia electors cast all five votes for Trump-Pence ticket
By Lacie Pierson, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The 2020 general election ended in West Virginia Monday afternoon when the state’s five electors cast their votes for President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence. West Virginia’s electors, including Gov. Jim Justice, cast their votes during a brief ceremony in[Read More…]
WV Hive recognizes Appalachian Furnishings of Rock View as Social Enterprise of 2020 Award Winner
Release from West Virginia Hive Network: BECKLEY, W.Va. — Judy Moore, director of the West Virginia Hive Network in Beckley, cited Chris Adams of Appalachian Furnishings as its 2020 Social Enterprise of the Year awardee. Moore said companies, partners and higher education institutions are recognized by the leadership of the West[Read More…]
Opinion: Health leaders in West Virginia issue letter in support of COVID-19 vaccination
In Open Letter to Mountaineers WV Health Leaders State Support for COVID-19 Vaccination CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Top health experts in West Virginia examined COVID-19 vaccine evidence and are reaching out in an open letter to West Virginians to share their perspectives and implore action. Health care providers and public health[Read More…]
