Month: July 2016

Feeling good about ourselves

A column by Mike Myer, executive editor of The Intelligencer/Wheeling News-Register  WHEELING, W.Va. — We Americans are $19 trillion-plus in debt. We have so many laws and regulations on the books no one can even keep track of them all. But what have we accomplished? Less than we may think. These[Read More…]

Young riders show horse sense in Reedsville

REEDSVILLE, W.Va. — Local youth horse riders had the chance to show off their animals during the 4-H Kids Fun Show on July 9 at the WVU Reedsville Farm. Organizer Lisa Weaver said not every young person who owns a horse can afford to participate in a show. That’s what[Read More…]

Smokey gets a bath at the Putnam County Fair

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Putnam County Fairgrounds is a popular place this week. Fair-goers on Sunday got the opportunity to try out all the different foods, walk the barns, and enjoy all the other activities at the fair. To see more photos, click here. 

Bluefield businesses send ATVs, more to flood zone

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — In the wake of a ravaging flood that left White Sulphur Springs devastated, two all-terrain vehicle side-by-sides became invaluable tools for responders aiding in recovery efforts. But the story of who loaned the ATVs, who received them, and their role in clean-up endeavors is a[Read More…]

The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Monday, July 11

Dorothy Abernathy, regional media director of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, July 11, 2016. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. GUNMAN IN DEADLY ATTACK ON DALLAS POLICE HAD PLANS FOR LARGER ASSAULT Micah[Read More…]

WVONGA: Nicholas ‘Corky’ DeMarco died Thursday

  A release from West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association:   West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association is sad to announce the sudden death of Executive Director, Nicholas “Corky” DeMarco   CHARLESTON, W.Va — Nicholas “Corky” DeMarco, Executive Director of West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association (WVONGA), died at[Read More…]

Corky DeMarco dead at 68

PINCH, W.Va. –– A well known figure in the oil and natural gas industry has died. Metro News reports that Nicholas R. “Corky” DeMarco passed away at his home in Pinch Friday morning of an apparent heart attack. DeMarco was 68. Corky DeMarco was the longtime leader of the WVONGA.[Read More…]

Restraint from tapping Rainy Day Fund paying off

A Daily Mail editorial from the Charleston Gazette-Mail  CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Now that the waters have receded and much of the mud and muck has been shoveled out, homeowners and state officials can begin assessing just how much the Great Flood of 2016 will cost. Tomblin Administration officials believe the cost[Read More…]

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