The Herald-Dispatch When he saw a woman using a phone to record video of Cabell County sheriff’s deputies arresting a person and perhaps using excessive force against him, Chief Deputy Chuck Zerkle came in hot. With anger and assertiveness, he told the woman, “Get that sh*t out of here,” and[Read More…]
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WV News Executive Editor John Miller leaves deep legacy of community journalism
By Michael Minnich, WV News CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Media has lost “The Legend.” WV News Executive Editor John Miller died Tuesday at the age of 62, leaving a legacy of over 40 years of community-based journalism and involvement. “John Miller was the heart of WV News. For more[Read More…]
Marshall County Leaders Share Fond Memories of Longtime Newsman Jim Cochran
By Shelley Hanson, The Intelligencer MOUNDSVILLE – Marshall County’s leaders said they appreciated the late Jim Cochran’s great work as a journalist and also just getting to talk with him as a fellow resident and friend. Cochran, 90, a longtime reporter with The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register and writer of[Read More…]
News and Sentinel races cross the finish line again
By Gwen Sour, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG — Hundreds of runners and walkers lined up in downtown Parkersburg on Saturday morning for the annual Parkersburg News and Sentinel Half-Marathon, a tradition that continues to bring together athletes, volunteers and the community. This year’s half-marathon also doubled as the[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…]
WV News purchases Spencer Newspapers
SPENCER, W.Va. (WV News) — WV News, the state’s largest multimedia company, has expanded its footprint with the purchase of Spencer Newspapers, owner and President Brian Jarvis announced. “We are excited to be in the position of being able to continue the legacy of Spencer Newspapers and longtime owners the[Read More…]
Tug Valley golf team: No home course? No problem
By Paul Adkins, Mingo Messenger NAUGATUCK, W.Va. – There’s a viral video going around on Facebook showing Tug Valley High School’s Jace Hale, a Panther basketball standout, playing golf at Williamson’s Lefty Hamilton Park. Hale takes a nice chip shot on the beautifully cut greens and the ball rolls very[Read More…]
Gazette-Mail editorial: Where West Virginia shines and where it sinks
Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A study released by financial analytics firm WalletHub has West Virginia in the top 10 in the nation and, for once, that happens to be a good thing. The study states West Virginia has the seventh-best early education system in the country. The Mountain State[Read More…]
Veteran journalist Roger Adkins named to lead Spencer Newspapers for WV News
WV News SPENCER, W.Va. (WV News) — WV News has hired veteran journalist Roger Adkins to lead its latest acquisition, Spencer Newspapers, as the company expands its community journalism footprint. Adkins, a Roane County native and graduate of Roane County High School, previously worked for WV News and several other[Read More…]
Ray named managing editor for HD Media’s weekly publications
West Virginia native Richie Ray has been named the managing editor for HD Media’s family of weekly publications. Ray replaces Phil Perry, who was recently promoted to president of the media company. Ray started his career with HD Media in 2023 as a freelance graphic designer. He was hired on[Read More…]