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Kanawha delegate proposes medical marijuana law changes

By ERIN BECK Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Delegate Ron Walters, R-Kanawha, suggested Wednesday that members of the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Advisory Board recommend that personal growth of marijuana plants remain prohibited but consider allowing “the sale of buds.” During a board meeting at the University of Charleston, Walters[Read More…]

W.Va. Medical Cannabis Advisory Board prepares population surveys

By ANDREA LANNOM The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va.  — The head of West Virginia’s Bureau of Public Health hopes to have population surveys finalized to determine patient and physician interest in medical cannabis out for delivery within the next week. Dr. Rahul Gupta, commissioner of the Bureau for Public Health and[Read More…]

General Revenue collections in September above estimate

By ANDREA LANNOM The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Department of Revenue Secretary Dave Hardy said he is “cautiously optimistic” about September revenue numbers. Revenue exceeded estimates in severance tax and corporate net income tax collections. However, numbers lagged in cumulative collections. According to a news release from the Department of[Read More…]

Historic hospital in Milton to become ‘grand hotel’

By FRED PACE The Herald-Dispatch MILTON, W.Va. — Construction is set to begin later this month to rehabilitate the vacant Morris Memorial Hospital into a 100-room hotel, Milton officials said Wednesday. The project will be part of a public-private partnership with Jeff and Patricia Hoops and the Hoops family in an[Read More…]

BCEDA considers software to find where broadband exists

By JIM McCONVILLE The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va.  — The Berkeley County Economic Development Authority is interested in getting its hands on a software program that identifies broadband penetration in a specific geographic area — a tool large technology companies now use to decide whether to set up shop in a[Read More…]

West Virginia Library Commission launches new redesigned website

Staff report The Journal CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Library Commission is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website. The website features streamlined menus, simplified navigation, and a fresh, new look.   The new homepage features specific gateways for patrons who want to visit the state reference[Read More…]

Professor sees opportunity for accounting, finance grads, despite Bureau of Economic Analysis reports

By LINDA HARRIS The State Journal CHARLESTON, W.Va. — While a federal report suggests West Virginia’s financial services industries have shrunk slightly, West Liberty University’s Mike Blackwell said there’s still a lot of in-state career opportunities. “I’m fairly optimistic right now,” said Blackwell, an accounting instructor and Undergrad Program Director[Read More…]

Blennerhassett Island to host Mansion by Candlelight

By WAYNE TOWNER The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va.  — The annual “Blennerhassett Island by Night — The Mansion by Candlelight” program will offer visitors to Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park the chance to step back in time to experience an autumn celebration as it might once have been[Read More…]

Motorists are urged to be cautious while driving in fall

By VALICIA DARQUENNE The Exponent Telegram FRENCH CREEK, W.Va.  — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources urges motorists to be extra cautious while driving in the fall because vehicle collisions with deer tend to rise during this time of year. West Virginia’s rugged terrain also likely contributes to these[Read More…]

10 things to know: Thursday, October 12

The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. DEADLY CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES COULD GAIN MOMENTUM Gusty winds and low humidity are forecast for areas[Read More…]

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