By MICHELLE DILLON Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Representatives from public health agencies and concerned residents came together Monday to discuss opioid use and the public health issues it causes. The Marion County Health Department sponsored the meeting at Noteworthy Sweets on Fairmont Avenue. Marion County Health Administrator Lloyd[Read More…]
Month: June 2017
Bill to sell Jackie Withrow Hospital pending before House committee
By ANDREA LANNOM The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A bill to sell the Jackie Withrow long-term care facility in Beckley is pending before the House Finance Committee. Gov. Jim Justice added House Bill 113, the bill relating to the Jackie Withrow facility, to the call on May 24, along with[Read More…]
10 things to know: Tuesday, June 6
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, June 10, 2017. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. NSA LEAKED REPORT SUGGESTS RUSSIAN VOTE HACK Russian hackers attacked at least one U.S. voting[Read More…]
Summer slump? Businesses in college towns say planning, adapting key in avoiding downturns
By LINDA HARRIS The State Journal CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After selling sandwiches and ice cream treats for the past seven years on Morgantown’s High Street, Tailpipes co-owner Joe Reilly isn’t surprised business takes a bit of a hit each year when the college crowd heads home for the summer. But[Read More…]
Statehouse Beat: For some reason, lobbyist spending down
By PHIL KABLER Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — For whatever reason, lobbyist spending during the January-April disclosure period dropped to $230,686, the lowest amount for that reporting period, which includes regular sessions of the Legislature, in nine years. That’s down 27 percent from $317,935 during the same period last year,[Read More…]
Meth use surging locally, nationally
By BISHOP NASH and MICHAEL HUPP The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — It would be easy to overlook an uptick in crystal meth use with the Tri-State awash in an opioid epidemic, but the rise of meth along with existing widespread heroin addiction creates a new dynamic of dangers. According to data collected[Read More…]
Congress authorizes $70 million for opioid crisis response
By WENDY HOLDREN The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — In an effort to help states, first responders and recovery groups respond to the opioid crisis, Congress has authorized $70 million in federal grants through the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA). The three grants are for medication-assisted treatment and behavioral therapy[Read More…]
Cancer survivors, caregivers honored at 21st annual event
By KELSIE LEROSE Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Everyday heroes filled the Knights of Columbus Sunday afternoon for the 21st annual Celebration of Life. Every year the event is held the first Sunday in June, which is recognized as National Cancer Survivors Day. The Celebration of Life honors all[Read More…]
Biking for a Cause: Motorcyclists participate in annual ride
BY ADRANISHA STEPHENS The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — The Martinsburg VA Medical Center hosted its annual Operation God Bless America Motorcycle ride this Sunday. Since the first “Operation God Bless America” ride in 1991, local motorcycle enthusiasts have been gathering from across the tri-state area, riding to show support for veterans.[Read More…]
Locals speak out about recent terror attacks in Britain
By KAILEE E. GALLAHAN The Exponent Telegram CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Area residents are definitely worried about terrorism after a vehicle and knife attack in London Saturday evening left seven people dead and more than 40 wounded. According to the Metropolitan Police Force in London, the attacks were ruled as “terrorist[Read More…]
