By JAKE ZUCKERMAN Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Don Blankenship, the former coal executive convicted of violating federal mine safety standards who is now running for the U.S. Senate, has failed to turn in a required disclosure that would offer a glimpse into his personal finances. Reports to the U.S.[Read More…]
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WVU researcher leads group calling for more science in forensic science
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — As a critical component to the administration of justice, researchers are calling for more science in forensic science. Led by Suzanne Bell, chair of the West Virginia University Department of Forensic and Investigative Science, a group of academic scientists who were members of the former[Read More…]
One week remains to register: Guide to new West Virginia Voter ID law
By TAYLOR STUCK The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Forms of ID accepted: Voter registration card, Medicare or Social Security card, birth certificate, W.Va. hunting or fishing license, W.Va. SNAP ID card, W.Va. TANF program ID card, W.Va. Medicaid card, bank or debit card, utility bill or bank statement within six[Read More…]
Deadline to register for West Virginia primary election is April 17
By MATT COMBS The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the West Virginia primary election less than a month away, May 8 to be exact, the days that voters will be able to register for that election are thinning. To vote in the primary, a citizen needs to be registered by April[Read More…]
Lending a hand: Local volunteers working to clean up historic West Virginia cemetery
By ADRANISHA STEPHENS The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Green Hill Cemetery is one of the oldest historical cemeteries in Martinsburg and is the final resting place for many local residents. However, because of it’s location, hardly anyone knows it exists. Driving by on East Burke Street, the path of the[Read More…]
Buckhannon’s Artistry on Main plans spring show featuring West Virginia artists
By SARAH GOODRICH The Inter-Mountain BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — West Virginia artists, brewers and vintners will gather this weekend for the Spring Into Arts and Crafts Festival, where attendees can purchase handcrafted items and taste local brews and wines. Though this is the sixth year for an arts and crafts festival,[Read More…]
10 things to know: Tuesday, April 10
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, April 10, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. TRUMP: MUELLER PROBE ‘AN ATTACK ON OUR COUNTRY’ Trump lashes out against the special counsel’s[Read More…]
WVPA stalwart Ed ‘Chad’ Chadwick dead at 83
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Edward Francis ‘Chad’ Chadwick, who was a leader in the West Virginia newspaper industry and the West Virginia Press Association for decades, passed away on April 6 at home surrounded by his family. Chadwick, 83, was an active member of the WV Press Association, serving numerous roles including[Read More…]
WV Caring joins with The Conversation Project on End-of-Life care movement
Organizations encouraging meaningful conversations about End-of-Life care Release from WV Caring: Arthurdale, W.Va. — WV Caring, one of the largest and most experienced providers of hospice and palliative care in the mid-Atlantic region, has teamed up with The Conversation Project, a national public engagement campaign, to educate people on the value of[Read More…]
WV PEIA Task Force to meet 2 p.m today
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s PEIA Task Force, established by Gov. Jim Justice to find long-term solutions for public employees health insurance, will hold its second meeting at 2 p.m., April 10, 2018, in the West Virginia Theater at the State Culture Center. PEIA Director Ted Cheatham will give task[Read More…]