From The Intelligencer of Wheeling: Those of us who have jobs this Labor Day can be grateful for them and, if today is a holiday, happy for a day away from the workplace. Too many of our neighbors, friends and family members have not benefited yet from the upswing in[Read More…]
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Editorial: Teacher shortages a growing problem in West Virginia
From The Exponent Telegram of Clarksburg: The start of a new school year sees some counties scrambling to fill teacher vacancies, including Harrison County. Closer examination of the situation is troubling. Barbara Owens, director of Professional Development School Partnership and Clinical Experiences at Fairmont State University, outlines some of the[Read More…]
At Labor Day rally, W.Va. Democrats seek to drum up 2020 support
By Jake Zuckerman, Charleston Gazette-Mail RACINE — It was a question on everyone’s minds. “What’s Joe going to do?” the emcee for the United Mine Workers of America asked a staffer on stage who spoke in place of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va. The question was posed tongue-in-cheek, but the inquiry has[Read More…]
Families of natural gas pipeliners donate supplies to Marion County, W.Va., schools
By John Mark Shaver, FAIRMONT NEWS EDITOR IDAMAY, W.Va. — In an effort to give back to the local community, the families of pipeliners with Michels Corp. have donated a variety of supplies to local schools in Marion County. The supply drive, led by the “pipeliners’ wives,” was organized earlier[Read More…]
West Virginia Poll: Manchin numbers higher than Justice for Governor
White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. – If U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., were to run for Governor and the race was between him and Republican Gov. Jim Justice, Manchin would defeat Justice by 10 points, according to the latest edition of the MetroNews West Virginia Poll. Manchin has mentioned that he[Read More…]
Lodging needed at new McDowell ATV trail in W.Va.
By CHARLES OWENS Bluefield Daily Telegraph WELCH, W.Va. — A lack of lodging facilities is impacting ridership times along a new ATV trail system in McDowell County. Jeff Lusk, executive director of the Hatfield-McCoy Trail Authority, is hoping potential entrepreneurs will step forward to develop needed lodging facilities along the new Warrior[Read More…]
W.Va. ‘Rosies’ honored as part of global bell-ringing event
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — In honoring the legacy of America’s thousands of “Rosie the Riveters” appropriately on Labor Day, “Thanks, Plain and Simple” organized a local bell-ringing ceremony as part of a global initiative Monday afternoon at the Woodlands Retirement Community in Huntington. At exactly 1 p.m., individuals around the world[Read More…]
10 things to know: Tuesday, Sept. 3
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. HURRICANE STILL DEVASTATING BAHAMAS Dorian came to a catastrophic daylong halt over[Read More…]
Editorial: Dealing with W.Va. Senator Maroney’s arrest
From The Wheeling News-Register: Obviously, state Sen. Mike Maroney should resign if he is guilty of the prostitution-related charges filed against him in Marshall County — and the sooner, the better. But Maroney, R-Marshall, enjoys the same protection as any other person: He is innocent until proven guilty. Coming to[Read More…]
W.Va. DEP chief picked to lead new petrochemical manufacturing task force
By Kate Mishkin, Charleston Gazette-Mail WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice is putting the head of the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection in charge of a new task force on manufacturing and petrochemicals. Justice announced the new task force, and Secretary Austin Caperton’s appointment, Wednesday morning at[Read More…]
