Mountain Messenger LEWISBURG, W.Va. — Southeast Tourism Society (STS) once again names the Lewisburg Chocolate Festival as one of the STS Top 20 Events for the Southeast for April 2019. Attendees of this sweet festival sample sugary treats while strolling the streets of Lewisburg. The festival features chef demonstrations providing[Read More…]
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Critics say WV Senate bill would breed shell LLCs, protect owners
By JAKE ZUCKERMAN Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After Jospeh Kubican had his face kicked in at the former Bubba’s Bar and Grill in Bridgeport, he needed the state Supreme Court’s help. He argued in Harrison County Circuit Court that Bubba’s was negligent in failing to provide a safe environment[Read More…]
10 things to know: Monday, January 28
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Jan. 28, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. PRESIDENT SKEPTICAL ABOUT CHANCES FOR BUDGET AGREEMENT Donald Trump says the odds that a bipartisan[Read More…]
Opinion: W.Va. Senate omnibus education bill draws attention
By Phil Kabler For the West Virginia Press Association Week three of the 60-day regular session saw the unveiling of a massive, 144-page omnibus education bill, whose release had been anticipated since the start of the session. While it includes a second round of 5 percent on average pay raises[Read More…]
West Virginia Democrats introduce marijuana decriminalization bill
By ERIN BECK The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On the House of Delegates floor Thursday morning, Del. Mick Bates, D-Raleigh, announced that he and several other lawmakers had introduced a marijuana decriminalization bill. Bates, who said his position had evolved on the issue, said marijuana decriminalization could help solve West[Read More…]
WV Press Legislative Breakfast set for Thursday, Feb. 7, at Embassy Suites in Charleston
HD Media & Charleston Gazette-Mail media social set for Wednesday evening, Feb. 6 CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Legislators, media from across the state and guests will gather at the Embassy Suites on morning of Feb. 7 for annual West Virginia Press Association Legislative Breakfast. “The media of West Virginia appreciate legislators[Read More…]
Renovations for Pipestem resort: $11 million announced for new expansions, fueling tourism industry
By GREG JORDAN Bluefield Daily Telegraph PIPESTEM, W.Va. — West Virginia’s governor announced about $11 million in ongoing renovations Thursday at a state park which are aimed at fueling the state’s growing tourism industry and stimulating the region’s economy. Gov. Jim Justice visited Pipestem Resort State Park to talk about[Read More…]
West Virginia Senate Committee advances bill to make home rule pilot program permanent
By JOSELYN KING The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register WHEELING, W.Va. — A bill to make West Virginia’s Municipal Home Rule Pilot Program permanent in the state is on its way to a vote in the state Senate. The Senate Committee on Government Organization approved Senate Bill 4 on Thursday. The[Read More…]
WVU researchers awarded $1 million to develop AI technologies to combat opioid epidemic, trafficking
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Yanfang (Fanny) Ye, assistant professor of computer science and electrical engineering at West Virginia University, has been awarded a grant from the National Institute of Justice in support of her work to develop novel artificial intelligence techniques to combat the opioid epidemic and trafficking. The award[Read More…]
OPINION: Free community college bill shouldn’t be a pissing contest
The Daily Athenaeum The West Virginia Senate unanimously passed a free community and technical college bill on Thursday. While the bill would still need to pass the House and get signed by the governor, it’s a big step for the state’s youth. West Virginia has a graduation rate of 90[Read More…]
