By GREG JORDAN Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON, W.Va. — Members of the clergy were glad Thursday to have the freedom of speech necessary to endorse candidates and political parties, but they planned to be thoughtful when it comes to making those endorsements. President Trump chose the National Day of Prayer[Read More…]
Month: May 2017
Mid-Ohio Valley residents gather for day of prayer
By EVAN BEVINS The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Christians around the Mid-Ohio Valley joined others around the country Thursday in asking God’s blessing on the nation as part of the National Day of Prayer. More than 60 people gathered in downtown Parkersburg’s Bicentennial Park at noon as[Read More…]
Eastern Panhandle lawmakers hopeful for session
By DANYEL VANREENEN The Journal CHARLESTON, W.Va. — State representatives made the journey back to Charleston to attend the special session called by Gov. Jim Justice, who has not yet placed the budget on the agenda. Delegate Jason Barrett, D-Berkeley, said Justice has placed four bills on the agenda, and[Read More…]
Attorney General says Frontier making progress increasing internet speeds
By RUSTY MARKS The State Journal CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials with Frontier Communications have told West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey they have increased internet speeds for almost 10,000 customers in the wake of a $160 million court settlement. Frontier entered into an agreement with the Attorney General’s Office in[Read More…]
Shinnston couple announced as winning $1M from lottery ticket
By VICTORIA L. CANN The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The latest West Virginians to win a $1 million Powerball prize are Tim and Jo Varca of Shinnston, who were announced Thursday afternoon. Tim said he had put the ticket in his truck and didn’t check the numbers until Sunday,[Read More…]
10 things to know: Friday, May 5
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Friday, May 5, 2017. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. HOUSE REPUBLICANS REPEAL REVILED ‘OBAMACARE’ The 217-213 vote is a narrow victory, and ultimate success is[Read More…]
W.Va. House of Delegates leadership criticizes ‘bungled’ special session start, lack of key bills
Release from the W.Va. House of Delegates: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Leadership of the House of Delegates today criticized Gov. Jim Justice for calling a special legislative session but failing to have its key bills ready for consideration. “The Governor knew the votes were not there to pass his tax increases,[Read More…]
Pallottine Missionary Sisters create new foundation, recognize grant awardees
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — The Pallottine Foundation of Buckhannon has announced its grant awardees for the 2016 – 2017 grant cycle. In its initial grant cycle, the foundation selected 13 organizations to help continue their dedicated work serving the healthcare needs of their communities in Barbour, Lewis, Randolph, Upshur, and Webster counties.[Read More…]
$7.2 Million federal-private sector workforce training investment underway at BridgeValley CTC
Release from BridgeValley Community and Technical College SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Southern West Virginia Advanced Technology Center (ATC) is home to a four-year initiative to train 400 West Virginia young adults, aged 17 to 29, for information technology and advanced manufacturing middle and high-skill jobs. The first class of 70[Read More…]
Special legislative session on WV budget starts today
By PHIL KABLER Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice issued a special session call Wednesday afternoon, pulling West Virginia legislators into session at 11 a.m. Thursday to address three major themes, including a revenue compromise worked out with Senate leadership that increases sales taxes but lowers income taxes.[Read More…]