By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON — West Virginia is set to sell four of its seven state-owned health care facilities to a New York-based development company that specializes in long-term care for seniors. In a press conference at the State Capitol Building Tuesday afternoon, Gov.[Read More…]
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DEP to hold meeting on permit requests for gas-powered Mingo County data center sites
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection has scheduled a public meeting to take questions and input on air quality permit applications for data center operations that have drawn significant opposition over potential environmental health and energy cost impacts. The DEP will[Read More…]
Largent man to shoot for USA in World Precision Rifle Competition
By Kate Shunney, The Morgan Messenger LARGENT, W.Va. — Shooters from 17 countries will arrive in the United Kingdom this week to prepare for the second global competition of its kind – the Precision Rifle 22LR World Championship. Among the teams traveling to the UK are top shooters who qualified[Read More…]
A ‘Fair’-y Tale: History is shared each year through county fairs
By Toni Milbourne, The Journal CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. — For generations, county fairs have been more than summer entertainment, they’re a celebration of agriculture, community and achievement, both for youth and adults. In West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle, the Jefferson County Fair and the Berkeley County Youth Fair keep those traditions[Read More…]
Milton floodwall project moving forward as new partnership agreement is signed
By Destiney Dingess, The Herald-Dispatch MILTON — A partnership agreement was signed on Monday that brings Milton residents one step closer to flood relief for the community. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined state and local officials at the Milton Community Center to take a step forward[Read More…]
NIL policy now in place to allow West Virginia prep athletes to earn money
By Justin Jackson, The Dominion Post MORGANTOWN — According to a policy set by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (SSAC) and approved by the state Board of Education, high school and middle school athletes in the state can begin to profit from Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals[Read More…]
Family treatment court provided a lifeline, Beckley woman says
By Steve Keenan, The Register-Herald BECKLEY — Shayla Carpenter’s past situation still brings her to tears at times. But, she now has many more reasons to smile as she moves forward in a new life bolstered by her recent participation in the Raleigh County Family Treatment Court. Carpenter, of Beckley,[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Considering future of public schools
The Weirton Daily Times It’s August, which means it’s back-to-school season. As the new school year nears (remember to slow down and watch for students getting on those big yellow buses with the stop sign sticking out the side), it’s worthwhile to consider the future of our public schools —[Read More…]
‘People are struggling’: Charleston turns out for Sanders’ ‘Fighting Oligarchy Tour’
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the capital of one of the most solidly Republican states in the nation, one of the most progressive voices in politics presented a message not of ideology but of affordability. “In Vermont, we’re struggling with inadequate wages. That’s what you are[Read More…]
Jefferson County Commission appoints new members to the Development Authority
By Ainsley Hall, The Journal CHARLES TOWN — The Jefferson County Commission on Thursday appointed new members to the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA) after dismantling the board during a previous meeting. Following several interviews, the commission voted to appoint Jill Upson, Todd Wilt, Heather McIntyre, Dan Casto, Mara Bauserman,[Read More…]