Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers.1. OBAMA SAID TO HAVE SETTLED ON NOMINEE TO SUCCEED[Read More…]
Month: December 2014
Elkins greenhouse grower makes poinsettias his business
ELKINS, W.Va. — Larry Gouer loves poinsettias. The owner of Mary’s Greenhouse in Elkins is celebrating his 40th year in business. This December his greenhouses will be filled with thousands of the red, white, pink and peppermint plants for sale. “In 40 years of growing, poinsettias have always been and[Read More…]
Gatehouse Media seeking experienced editors
GateHouse Media, a pre-eminent multimedia company in small and midsize markets across the country, is seeking experienced editors. As GateHouse Media grows, opportunities are expected across the company’s footprint. For a full list of GateHouse owned or managed media organizations, visit http://www.gatehousemedia.com/section/publications. Applicants should have at least seven years of newsroom[Read More…]
Marion absences soared as buck season opened
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Only half the students in Marion County attended school during the first three days of buck firearms season. During Monday’s Marion County Board of Education meeting, Randy Farley, administrative assistant of curriculum and instruction, gave the board percentages and numbers of students who were absent on Monday,[Read More…]
Clarksburg Publishing purchases Preston publications
Local media company continues year of successful expansion efforts From Staff ReportsCLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Continuing a year of growth and achievement, Clarksburg Publishing Company has purchased Preston Publications, which currently publishes two weekly newspapers and a pennysaver shopper from its Kingwood office.Clarksburg Publishing, which owns The Exponent Telegram as well[Read More…]
WVU students develop ‘selfie’ security app
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Three West Virginia University students have developed an app to keep your phone secure simply by taking a selfie. “SecureSelfies” uses biometrics technology and facial recognition to protect sensitive material on smart phones, such as photos and applications. Alex Dunn, Walter Ferrell and Steven Amerman worked together[Read More…]
WVU media students help spawn culinary event
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Students in the West Virginia University Reed College of Media have teamed up with local businesses to create a culinary adventure in downtown Morgantown. More than a dozen downtown restaurants will participate in a food tour, allowing community members the opportunity to sample local cuisine during the[Read More…]
W.Va. officials file comments asking EPA to back off
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — State leaders responded Monday to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed carbon emission regulations, saying the rules will harm consumers and industry in West Virginia. Monday marked the last day the EPA took public comments on the proposed regulations which seek to dramatically reduce carbon emissions over the[Read More…]
Jefferson County health board weighs acupuncture
KEARNEYSVILLE, W.Va. – Since Jefferson County Health Department officials and board members are looking to serve more patients, they have also been discussing new services that could help achieve that goal – including possibly offering acupuncture as part of a pilot program dealing with mental health and abuse problems.[Read More…]
Fifteen absent Cabell jurors ignore court order
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Fifteen potential jurors remained absent Monday, unfazed by a court order threatening a fine and contempt for failure to answer a summons for jury duty. Five of the 20 summonsed appeared Monday before Cabell Circuit Judge Paul T. Farrell. A Wayne County man was excused due to[Read More…]
