CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Friday, Dec. 6, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. ‘DO IT NOW, FAST’ President Trump is embracing a new strategy if[Read More…]
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Campaign Update: South Charleston Firefighters Local 837 endorses Ben Salango for Governor of W.Va.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The South Charleston Professional Firefighters Local 837 endorsed Kanawha County Commission, Ben Salango, for Governor of West Virginia. Local 837 joins the Upper Ohio Valley Building Trades in supporting Salango and his vision to move West Virginia forward. “Ben Salango has been a dedicated County Commissioner and has always worked hard and cared for the people[Read More…]
Wheeling Police offer traffic, safety advice ahead of W.VA. Super Six football championship games
WHEELING, W.Va. — Local police are expecting an increase of traffic through the Friendly City this weekend, while local businesses are looking forward to a surge in customers from the West Virginia Super Six High School Football Championship. Three games will take place today and Saturday at Wheeling Island Stadium[Read More…]
W.Va. Secretary of State Warner addresses Council of State Governments on designation of elections as critical infrastructure
Release from the Office of the Secretary of State: San Juan, Puerto Rico – West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner was a featured speaker Wednesday at a national conference for state officials with a focus on election security. Recognized as a leader in educating government officials and the public on foreign[Read More…]
National Newspaper Association applauds bipartisan Congressional action on postal bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. — National Newspaper Association President Matt Adelman, publisher of the Douglas (Wyomimg) Budget, has announced that a postal reform bill supported by NNA has achieved a sufficient number of both Democrats and Republicans as sponsors and action has been recommended to Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Adelman thanked Rep. Peter DeFazio,[Read More…]
WV Press looking for Capitol reporter for 2020 W.Va. Legislative Session
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association is accepting applications for a part-time reporter to work the 2020 West Virginia Legislative Session. The reporter would work from the Capitol’s pressroom covering committee hearings and events at the Capitol. The reporter would provide print and social media reports, as well as[Read More…]
Register today: Webinar on W.Va. Campaign Finance Reporting System set for Thursday, Dec. 5
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Members of the news media across West Virginia are asked to register ASAP for Thursday’s webinar on the state’s Campaign Finance Reporting System. The webinar is set for 2 p.m. on this Thursday, Dec. 5. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wv-press-webinar-wvas-campaign-finance-reporting-system-tickets-84596116261 WV Press encourages at least one reporter or editor from each[Read More…]
Nearly $20B spent by Americans this ‘Small Business Saturday’
Release from U.S. Small Business Administration: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — American consumers spent $19.6 billion at independent retailers and restaurants on Small Business Saturday®, according to data released yesterday by American Express and the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Data shows shoppers from coast to coast made a significant impact at small[Read More…]
Health insurance enrollment deadline looming
Local group offering free help for consumers through Dec. 15 CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Affordable Care Act is still in place and open enrollment is almost over for West Virginians who need to enroll, re-enroll or switch health insurance plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Four weeks into open enrollment,[Read More…]
AARP WV offers advice against holiday scams, fraud
WV Press Staff Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Christmas means many things: Church services, family gatherings, decorations, gifts, food and travel. But it also means an increase in scam and fraud attempts. AARP WV and WV Press have joined together to share advice on protecting your family this holiday season. AARP Assistant[Read More…]
