The Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. — West Virginia residents — including those in the Northern Panhandle — affected by the floods, storms and mudslides of April 11-12 now have the opportunity to apply for federal aid through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Also, a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center will be coming[Read More…]
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Editorial: US replaces coal with renewables while China adds nuclear power
The Herald-Dispatch Coal’s share of the American power mix continues to decline as the nation moves more toward renewable sources and battery storage. On the other side of the world, China is ramping up both its coal-fired and nuclear power production. Earlier this month, the federal Energy Information Administration reported[Read More…]
Hancock school board approves PILOT agreement with Nucor
By Craig Howell, The Weirton Daily Times NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — The Hancock County Board of Education, Tuesday, gave its approval to a financial agreement with Nucor Steel in connection with a facility the steel company plans to locate north of New Cumberland. The board, through a unanimous vote, approved[Read More…]
Predicted moth damage now visible in local forests
By Kate Shunney, The Morgan Messenger MORGAN COUNTY, W.Va. — Forestry and ag officials earlier this year warned of more severe impacts from a second year of spongy moth infestation in Morgan County and their predictions have come true. Local residents and property owners are now seeing hardwood trees stripped[Read More…]
Grafton, West Virginia honors the ultimate sacrifice with weekend full of events
By Nicki Skinner, The Mountain Statesman GRAFTON, W.Va. — Grafton was the epicenter of patriotism this weekend, as the community once again came together to remember and honor the brave men and women of America who gave their all in the pursuit of freedom. As the Spirit of Grafton Festival[Read More…]
Tornado confirmed in Putnam County during Sunday storm
The Herald-Dispatch WINFIELD, W.Va. — The National Weather Service on Monday confirmed a tornado briefly touched down in Putnam County, West Virginia, during a storm Sunday. The EF0 began near the intersection of Radwin Drive and Hazel Circle, according to the NWS, where trees were and the siding of a[Read More…]
Fly Fishing Festival set in Thomas
By Anthony Gaynor, The Intermountain THOMAS, W.Va. — Anglers of all skill levels will have a weekend full of free activities an educational opportunities as the inaugural Appalachian Fly Fishing Festival is coming to Thomas. Thomas will be the center of attention as anglers and outdoor enthusiasts From May 31[Read More…]
Allegiant kicks off seasonal service to Myrtle Beach, to add Florida destinations
By Fred Pace, HD Media HUNTINGTON, W.Va — Allegiant Travel Company kicked off seasonal service from Huntington Tri-State Airport to Myrtle Beach on Friday. The company said in a news release it plans to add two other Allegiant Air destinations later this month to Punta Gorda/Fort Myers and Destin/Fort Myers in[Read More…]
Raleigh Commission votes to dissolve town of Rhodell
By Josephine E. Moore, The Register-Herald RHODELL, W.Va. — A small mining town in Raleigh County, whose roots date back more than 80 years, has dissolved its municipality. The decision to dissolve the town of Rhodell has been in the works for years but was made official Tuesday by a[Read More…]
“The boy who plants trees” plants 500 near Berkeley Springs
By Tom Markland, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. – A boy from Berkeley Springs, colloquially known as “The boy who plants trees,” planted around 500 at his home on Saturday, with the hope of improving the environment for his community. Fifteen-year-old Jacob Villenueve, a boy with autism from Berkeley Springs set[Read More…]
