By Sophia MasticeFor HDMedia Cheryl Matthews was first in line at the grand opening of Goodwill’s newest Charleston location Thursday morning. Matthews filled her cart with a collection of decorative antiques, but her favorite find of the day was a vintage snow globe based on a scene from the film[Read More…]
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Trump administration to invest millions in West Virginia coal-fired power
By Steven Allen AdamsFor The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Charleston – Gov. Patrick Morrisey and other West Virginia leaders praised President Donald Trump Thursday for approximately $700 million in federal investment in coal-fired power generation, including in West Virginia. Trump held a ceremony at the White House Thursday afternoon, attended[Read More…]
Meeting set to discuss future of Welch Community Hospital
By Charles Owens For Bluefield Daily Telegraph Welch — A community meeting has been scheduled to discuss the future of Welch Community Hospital. While the hospital is currently state operated, the governor’s office is currently negotiating with private entities for the acquisition and operation of the McDowell County medical center.[Read More…]
YourTowns: Kroger opening date set, Nitro’s Ridenour Park expands, St. A water project
By Amanda Larch HinchmanFor HDMedia Pools are open, school is out and there is no shortage of outdoor activities throughout the region this summer for all ages. One municipality will soon experience changes in government, while another prepares for infrastructure improvement projects that will come with rate hikes. New businesses[Read More…]
Morrisey announces $3.4M health funding opportunity
By Jeniffer GrahamFor The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Kingwood – West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey spent Monday morning at Mon Health Preston Memorial Hospital in Kingwood speaking about community-based health. He was joined by local representatives, members of the Preston County Commission, state officials, local community partners and hospital officials.[Read More…]
History on two wheels: Vintage bike ride set for Thursday in St. Albans
By Rick SteelhammerFor HDMedia If a bike in your life is equipped with a banana seat, ape-hanger handlebars, coaster brakes or a 10-speed drivetrain, Rich Harper has a ride planned for you. A 5.7-mile group ride for vintage bicycle owners and admirers is scheduled to depart from the rear parking[Read More…]
30 years of Pride: Parade, kickball and more among Charleston-area events
By Matthew YoungFor HDMedia Charleston kicks off 30 years of Pride in the Capital City this June. A worldwide observance first recognized in West Virginia in 1997, Pride Month got its start in 1970 after parades were held in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and San Francisco in response[Read More…]
Rainbow Pet Memorial Bridge vandalized
By Charles OwensFor Bluefield Daily Telegraph Glenwood — Less than a month after it was dedicated, the new Rainbow Pet Memorial Bridge in Mercer County has already been vandalized. Area officials, including members of the Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities, held a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony on May[Read More…]
Henry Cooper Cabin Museum to open for season Sunday
By Evan Bevins For The Parkersburg News and Sentinel Parkersburg – The Henry Cooper Cabin Museum in Parkersburg City Park will have a special celebration Sunday to open the 2026 season. The Centennial Chapter of the Daughters of the American Pioneers operates the museum, which has been open every summer[Read More…]
Concerns raised about America 250 plans
By Steven Allen AdamsFor The Inter-Mountain Charleston – A new task force planning celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence is not competing with a commission created by the Legislature five years ago to do the same thing, Gov. Patrick Morrisey said. During a[Read More…]



