By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Incoming Governor Patrick Morrisey announced members of his administration leadership team and several cabinet appointments, making the budget, energy, child welfare, and seniors clear priorities as he prepares to take office in 11 days. In a press conference[Read More…]
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Sen.-elect Joey Garcia appointed to committee to review state’s judicial code of conduct
By Eric Cravey, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — One of Marion County’s state lawmakers has a chance to possibly reshape the West Virginia Code of Judicial Conduct. Freshman West Virginia State Senator Joey Garcia, D-13, said it is an honor to serve on the new eight-member advisory committee put[Read More…]
Hurricane native to serve as administrative director for state court system
The Hurricane Breeze CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Thursday, December 19, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia announced that Deputy Administrative Director Keith Hoover will become Administrative Director for the state’s unified court system effective January 1, 2025. Hoover is a Hurricane native and a graduate of West Virginia[Read More…]
West Virginia’s Almost Heaven Swings likely to gain Shepherdstown addition in new year
By Tabitha Johnston, The Shepherdstown Chronicle SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown has undertaken a new project, which will give Shepherdstown just one more attraction to draw in tourism. This year, the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown will be working together with the Corporation of Shepherdstown to place a[Read More…]
Scott Depot man is now known as ‘popcorn guy’ after viral video at Rural King
By Maggie Susa, The Wayne County News CROSS LANES, W.Va. — A video of a popcorn machine on fire at a Rural King store went viral earlier this month. The star: 39-year-old Jayme Ferguson of Scott Depot. While the popcorn machine is on fire, creating a lot of smoke, Ferguson[Read More…]
West Virginia First Foundation unveils new brand identity
New year, new brand: A fresh start for hope and recovery in West Virginia West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) has announced the launch of its new brand identity – the ButterFFly – a powerful symbol of its commitment to hope and recovery for[Read More…]
Sago Mine disaster: Mine safety laws and practices transformed after tragedy
By Logan D. Cottrell, WV News BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WV News) — Jan. 2 marks the 19th anniversary of the Sago Mine disaster. The tragedy claimed the lives of 12 men after a methane gas explosion occurred at 6:26 a.m., according to a report from the West Virginia Office of Miners’[Read More…]
With WV struggling at the bottom, Manchin exits Senate touting the middle
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Delegate. Senator. Secretary of state. Governor. Joe Manchin ascended through all those state-level positions over nearly three decades en route to the summit of his political powers as a U.S. senator. But did Manchin lift his fellow West Virginians up toward the[Read More…]
Riley Moore slated to take seat in Congress Friday
Treasurer-Elect Larry Pack to be appointed to post By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Treasurer Riley Moore will resign Thursday from the office he has held for four years to take his place as the 2nd District representative to the U.S. House[Read More…]
‘My Camelot:’ After 12 years, Williams ends run as mayor of Huntington
By Destiney Dingess, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A look at projects underway throughout Huntington — a now-empty lot on 4th Avenue that will be the future home of Marshall University’s Institute for Cyber Security, the redevelopment of the old ACF plant — shows continuing parts of Mayor Steve Williams’[Read More…]
