Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Monday, Aug. 18, 2014. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers. 1. MISSOURI GOVERNOR SENDS NATIONAL GUARD TO FERGUSON The decision[Read More…]
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WVPA a sponsor of Capito-Tennant debate
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Rep. Shelley Moore Capito and Secretary of State Natalie Tennant will take part in a live televised debate this fall in Charleston, according to an announcement from the Capito campaign. “I welcome the chance to debate the issues that matter most to West Virginians, and the opportunity[Read More…]
Gazette files FOIA suit against attorney general
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Charleston Gazette filed a lawsuit against West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Thursday, seeking documents about Morrisey’s role in his office’s ongoing case against a drug company that his wife lobbies for in Washington, D.C. The drug distributor, Cardinal Health, also contributed to Morrisey’s inauguration[Read More…]
Future of home rule up to cities, mayors told
BRIDGEPORT — The future of home rule will rest on the success or failure of the municipalities that participate in an expanded pilot program, Bridgeport City Manager Kim Haws told state municipal leaders Thursday. If successful, the state Legislature may allow all municipalities to join, perhaps without an oversight board[Read More…]
WVU official defends public-private developments
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — WVU spokesman John Bolt said information presented at two recent public meetings by James Giuliani, Rick Biafora, Dave Biafora and Brian Edwards misrepresents the financial impact that public/private developments will have on the city and county. Edwards and Rick Biafora spoke to the board of education and[Read More…]
Huntington native on ‘America’s Got Talent’
NEW YORK — Huntington native Nick Mishoe and his partner Rachel Kivlighan advanced to the semifinal round of “America’s Got Talent” during the Wednesday result show for the national talent competition. The duo, who perform as Blue Journey, advanced in a national vote in the second group tagged for elimination.[Read More…]
Charles Town festival honors black Civil War unit
CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. — The glory marches on. In commemoration of one of the original all-black infantries that served during the Civil War, the African American Culture and Heritage Festival is hosting a special march during Saturday’s parade in Charles Town. Company B, an organization of professional re-enactors, will honor[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Friday, Aug. 15
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Friday, Aug. 15, 2014. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers. 1. MISSOURI MOVES TO DEFUSE TENSION OVER KILLING OF[Read More…]
New Orleans Saints to depart Greenbrier camp
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — As offensive lineman Zach Strief conversed with fans Wednesday following the Saints final practice of their three-week stay at The Greenbrier’s new $30 million training facility, he didn’t hold back with his opinion of the place. “If we stop coming here, I’m retiring,” he told[Read More…]
W.Va. law change to give seven lifers parole shot
MT. OLIVE, W.Va. — Seven men serving life sentences for heinous crimes committed when they were under 18 years of age are now eligible for parole due to a change in state law. Lawrence Messina, communications director for the Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety, which oversees the state’s[Read More…]
