By MICHAL NEARY The Journal MARTINSBURG — For volunteers who read to children through Read Aloud West Virginia, one prime goal is to create a space in the classroom where reading is simply enjoyable. “We’re a live commercial for reading,” said Dawn Miller, communications director for the nonprofit organization. “We’re[Read More…]
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Leadership West Virginia announces Class of 2019
West Virginia Press Association’s DeBord included in 2019 leaders CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Fifty-seven leaders from across the state have accepted invitations to participate in the 2019 Class of Leadership West Virginia. Candidates were selected from a list of applicants submitted in late 2018. Stephanie Abraham, Abraham Law, PLLC (Logan) James[Read More…]
Justice selects Paul Hardesty, lobbyist for Justice companies, selected to fill Ojeda’s seat
By DYLAN VIDOVICH The Herald-Dispatch CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va. — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, shortly after receiving a list of three possible replacements for state Sen. Richard Ojeda, made a quick decision Thursday, selecting Paul Hardesty, a lobbyist whose clients include several companies owned by the Justice family, to serve the[Read More…]
Gov. Justice appoints Hardesty to fill Senate vacancy
Release from the Office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, WV— Gov. Jim Justice Thursday announced that he has appointed Paul Hardesty to the 7th Senatorial District seat vacated by the resignation of Richard Ojeda. The district covers all of Boone, Lincoln, Logan, and parts of Mingo and Wayne. Hardesty is[Read More…]
10 things to know: Friday, January 18
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. TRUMP, PELOSI FEUD HEATS UP The president denies the House speaker the use of[Read More…]
West Virginia lawmakers working toward faster internet and cell speeds
By ERIN BECK The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A committee of West Virginia lawmakers unanimously approved a bill Wednesday afternoon meant to expand access to faster internet speeds, including cell phone networks, in West Virginia. “The internet in and of itself is the largest library ever established in human history and you have it in[Read More…]
Huntington business owner: ‘Dementia friendly’ courtesies could benefit community
By BISHOP NASH The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — When businesses assess the needs of their clientele, dementia doesn’t often top the list, if it’s even considered at all. But more than 5 million Americans suffer from dementia, with an estimated 70 percent of elderly cases caused by Alzheimer’s disease, and[Read More…]
Committee OKs bill to require a run-off for WV Supreme Court elections
By JAKE JARVIS NCWV Media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Just months after voters elected two new justices to the state’s Supreme Court, lawmakers are considering a bill that would change how justices are chosen in future elections. The House Judiciary Committee OK’d a modified version of House Bill 2008 Wednesday morning.[Read More…]
The Herald-Dispatch celebrates 110th anniversary
By FRED PACE The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — On this date, a Sunday, in 1909, the first edition of The Herald-Dispatch hit the streets in Huntington. Today, just like 110 years ago, Huntington’s daily newspaper continues to highlight the issues, share the region’s successes and failures, and deliver details of[Read More…]