By Steven Allen Adams, The Weirton Daily Times CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Del. Mike Pushkin, the chairman of the West Virginia Democratic Party, leveled criticism at Gov. Jim Justice and state economic development officials Friday; a day after officials agreed with provide North Carolina-based Nucor an additional $75 million in taxpayer[Read More…]
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Bungee jumping coming to Harpers Ferry in the spring
By Cameron Adams for The Journal HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — The Great Bungee Company will launch a state-of-the-art cantilevered jumping platform in Harpers Ferry next spring. Thrill seekers will be able to jump from a platform more than 150 feet above the water’s surface at the Old Standard Quarry, according[Read More…]
Review: Here’s a list of unconventional holiday films to enjoy around Christmas
By Joshua Hill for the Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — We all love “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Elf,” but there are only so much we can take of those bells ringing every time Clarence gets his wings. Revel in the hilarious, thrilling, frightening and scathing portraits of the holiday[Read More…]
COLUMN: Inspiration and mentorship
By Dr. E. Gordon Gee, president, West Virginia University During the holiday season, we often think about the people who have shaped our lives. We gather to celebrate with some of them, while others loom large in our memories. From family members and teachers to colleagues and friends, so many[Read More…]
Lewis County’s Sen. Martin named West Virginia Senate majority leader
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — State Sen. Patrick Martin, R-Lewis, has been named as majority leader of the West Virginia Senate, said Senate President-elect Randy Smith in a release. Martin, 31, who previously served in the House of Delegates and was elected to Senate[Read More…]
Parade, ball on tap for Morrisey’s inauguration: Here’s what you need to know
Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov.-elect Patrick Morrisey will be inaugurated Jan. 13 on the north (interior) steps of the West Virginia Capitol. The swearing-in ceremony is the main event, but a full day of inaugural events is scheduled, culminating with a black-tie dinner and ball at the Charleston Coliseum[Read More…]
WVU School of Pharmacy offers support to University of Charleston students affected by program closure
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In a collaborative effort to support student success, the West Virginia University School of Pharmacy and the University of Charleston are partnering to provide a seamless transition plan for students affected by the discontinuation of UC’s Doctor of Pharmacy program. On Dec. 13, UC announced it would no longer admit new students[Read More…]
Berkeley County 4-H FLL team earns invitation to the World Championship
By Ainsley Hall, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Berkeley County 4-H’s FIRST LEGO League (FLL) team won first place at the West Virginia FLL State Championships, earning an invitation to the World Championship in April. They are the first FLL team from West Virginia to be invited in the past[Read More…]
East River Mountain Tunnel reaches 50th anniversary
By Greg Jordan, Bluefield Daily Telegraph BLUEFIELD, W.Va. – Fifty years ago this Friday, around 500 people braved frigid temperatures to celebrate the opening of an engineering marvel that cuts through a mountain and makes travel easier between the two Virginias and across the eastern United States. The mile-long East[Read More…]
Gazette-Mail editorial: Just what is happening at Pleasants plant?
Charleston Gazette-Mail One corporate executive told the West Virginia Legislature that a project to refit the Pleasants Power Station near Belmont is in desperate need of federal funding or it will collapse. Another told lawmakers that everything is fine. Nothing to see here. What gives? The Pleasants Power Station has[Read More…]
