By Erin Beck, The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As West Virginia state officials have worked over the past two and a half years to implement a medical marijuana program in the state, Rusty Williams has watched his friends move away. Although the law passed in 2017 and was scheduled to[Read More…]
Latest News
Today’s news items to display above the navigation menu
DNR expects good crowd for National Hunting and Fishing Days celebration
By John McCoy, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — At least the calendar is in their favor this year. That’s good news to the organizers of West Virginia’s National Hunting and Fishing Days Celebration, who often have trouble prying visitors away from college football games. “We’re fortunate this year,” said Kayla[Read More…]
Crosswalks in Fairmont, W.Va., livened with color, designs
By Eric Hrin, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT — People using the crosswalk at the intersection of Monroe and Adams streets in Fairmont might have to look twice. That’s because a school of seven fish now appears to be swimming over the pavement, thanks to the efforts of some volunteers seeking[Read More…]
Wheeling, W.Va., 250 Celebration takes to the streets
By ROBERT A. DEFRANK, For the Sunday News-Register WHEELING, W.Va. — Saturday’s celebration of the city’s 250th anniversary featured a parade through downtown as part of the year-long series of events marking this milestone. Events began across the Ohio River in Martins Ferry, where Wheeling and Martins Ferry officials honored[Read More…]
Editorial: ‘Last dollar in’ gives boost to West Virginia college students
From The Exponent Telegram: West Virginia’s “last dollar in” community college tuition program is making a major impact for about 2,000 students in the Mountain State, according to state officials. Part of the effort to make higher education more affordable, Senate President Mitch Carmichael, R-Jackson, made free community college a[Read More…]
Bringing people downtown: Residents enjoy Bluefield, W.Va., Blues Festival
By Emily Coppola, Bluefield Daily Telegraph BLUEFIELD, W.Va. — Blues fans enjoyed the music and atmosphere at the 5th annual Bluefield Blues Festival, on Saturday. At the annual event, one lucky guest had the chance to win a drawing for a 2018 Buick Cascada. The winner, Karen Mars, of Bluefield,[Read More…]
Highmark West Virginia, PROACT demonstrate results preventing opioid addiction, promoting recovery
Release from Highmark West Virginia: HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – During National Recovery Month, Highmark West Virginia and the Provider Response Organization for Addiction Care and Treatment (PROACT) announced results of efforts to address the opioid crisis. At a press conference held at PROACT, an outpatient substance use disorders treatment center in[Read More…]
Gauley Season, UCI Mountain Bike World Cup finals begin today in W.Va.
Two world-class outdoor events kick off in West Virginia CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia is cementing its position as a leader in outdoor recreation with two upcoming world-class events. Gauley Season, which is known for some of the best whitewater in the world, and the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Finals,[Read More…]
Wheeling, W.Va., preparing for Saturday’s 250th Anniversary Parade
Parade Line-up, street closures announced By HEATHER ZIEGLER, The Wheeling News-Register WHEELING — The Wheeling 250 Anniversary Parade is set to step off at 1 p.m. Saturday in downtown Wheeling, where the streets are expected to be lined with spectators. The parade will begin at 20th Street and follow the[Read More…]
Martinsburg, W.Va., showcases efforts in quality of life improvement with $27 million reinvestment
By Breanna Francis, The Journal of Martinsburg MARTINSBURG — Among various projects in both utility and beautification, the City of Martinsburg said it has invested over $27 million back into the city in fiscal year 2019-20. According to City Manager Mark Baldwin, with a total of $23,799,464 from reserve accounts,[Read More…]
