HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Huntington has benefited from railroads for more than 145 years. But there have been many changes over the years, and more of them are happening now. Today, CSX Transportation’s Huntington Division is in the process of disappearing, and with it 121 local jobs – including dispatchers, yardmasters[Read More…]
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Humana coverage, WV law affect heart patients
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Becky Sigman is worried about her heart valve replacement. The 83-year-old knows she needs the surgery — her doctor told her as much. The doctor also told her that a conflict between the area hospitals able to perform the surgery and her health insurance could mean hours[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Monday, Feb. 8
Dorothy Abernathy, regional media director of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Feb. 8, 2016. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. TRUMP AIMING FOR NEW HAMPSHIRE WIN Rival Republican candidates, including Jeb Bush, say[Read More…]
‘Brunch bills’ supporters hope to change Sunday alcohol sales time
By Dawn Nolan The Charleston Gazette-Mail If members of the hospitality and tourism industry have their say, brunch in West Virginia is about to change. Right now, plenty of local restaurants offer a weekend menu that combines breakfast and lunch. But before 1 p.m. on Sundays, none of them can be[Read More…]
At The Capitol: Legislature addresses labor issues
By Phil Kabler For The West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Two key parts of the Republican-controlled Legislature’s agenda passed during the fourth week of the 2016 regular session – although Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin has indicated he will veto both bills. The most divisive was a bill to[Read More…]
WV’s prevailing wage repeal goes to governor
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A repeal of West Virginia’s 81-year-old Prevailing Wage Act is headed to the governor, after passing the Senate Thursday on a party-line 18-16 vote. Passage of the repeal bill (HB 4005) followed more than an hour of impassioned debate, during which eight Democrats spoke against the bill but[Read More…]
Freedom fined $900,000 for Elk spill, unlikely to pay
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A federal judge on Thursday hit Freedom Industries with a $900,000 criminal fine for the January 2014 Elk River chemical spill, but acknowledged that the bankrupt company is unlikely to ever pay the penalty. U.S. District Judge Thomas Johnston said he would make any payment of the[Read More…]
Ohio County board to reconsider superintendent’s ouster
WHEELING, W.Va. — Ohio County Board of Education members will discuss Monday whether to reverse their decision not to renew Superintendent Dianna Vargo’s contract. The board is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Monday in the board office at 2203 National Road in Elm Grove. On the agenda for the[Read More…]
Fayette Schools will cut 18 staff positions
BECKLEY, W.Va. — Fayette County Schools will eliminate professional jobs and service personnel in an effort to match funding the state allows for such positions. Fayette Superintendent Terry George said the county will reduce staff by 9.5 professional positions and 8.5 service jobs next school year. Some of these positions[Read More…]
Right to work bill passes WV House
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — “We will remember in November,” shouted a union member from the gallery amid a loud and angry rumbling reaction to the House of Delegates passage of the right to work bill Thursday. The measure passed 54-46 after five hours of debate, with mostly Democrats speaking against the[Read More…]