West Virginia Press Association A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order today to ensure that 42 million Americans can continue receiving critical food assistance under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the federal government shutdown. Under the temporary restraining order, the Trump Administration is required to distribute contingency[Read More…]
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Wheeling-made antique gun takes boat journey to West Virginia Independence Hall
By Joselyn King, The Weirton Daily Times WHEELING — A rare antique shotgun made in Wheeling during the 1880s has returned to the city and will soon be on display at West Virginia Independence Hall. But its journey involves a boat making “The Great Loop” up the east coast, and[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: GameChanger to Launch First Student-Athlete Wellness Portal in WV at Doddridge County Schools
What: Media Luncheon & Program Launch When: Tuesday, November 4 • Program begins at 11:30 AM Where: Doddridge County Board of Education 268 Bulldog Drive West Union, WV 26456 Who: Details: GameChanger, in partnership with St. Andrew Development (York, PA) and REAL Prevention (Clifton, NJ), will unveil the Student-Athlete Wellness Portal, the first[Read More…]
UC Named a “Best School for Men in Nursing” For the Second Year
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The American Association for Men in Nursing has named the University of Charleston as one of its “Best Schools for Men in Nursing” for the second year in a row. The award recognizes a nursing school or college that actively recruits and retains men in[Read More…]
OPINION: Mr. President, we need an ‘America First’ critical minerals strategy
Independence is essential By Maj. Gen. William Crane and Rear Adm. Peter Brown, op-ed first appeared in The Washington Times, Oct. 29, 2025 President Trump will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and[Read More…]
Hatfield McCoy Trails Announces 2026 Trail Permit Fee Adjustment
West Virginia Press Association LOGAN, W.Va. — For the first time in two decades, the Hatfield McCoy Trails will implement a price adjustment for the Non-Resident trail permits, effective November 17, 2025, when the 2026 trail permits are available for purchase. The fee for Non-Resident permits will increase from $50[Read More…]
Locomotive transport begins with departure of coal tender
By Destiney Dingess, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON — The relocation of the former Chesapeake & Ohio Railway steam engine displayed near 14th Street West has begun as the coal tender attached to the locomotive displayed in Huntington since 1962 was transported to its new home Tuesday. The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway[Read More…]
State kicks in grant for first multi-purpose field in Princeton
By Charles Owens, Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON — Area economic development officials have secured state funding for the first of several new athletic fields planned for Princeton. Work is already underway on the first multi-purpose field, which is being constructed near the new wave pool and aquatic center. A $15,000[Read More…]
W.Va. Guard activates to support food relief efforts
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Under the direction of West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey, the West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) is assisting communities with logistical and personnel support at local food banks and pantries across the state to mitigate the impact of SNAP benefit suspension due to a[Read More…]
Halloween Arrives Early at Valley Park and Mitchell’s Grove
The Hurricane Breeze Mothman and one of the Men in Black made a special appearance at Valley Park for the Night Market. HURRICANE, W.Va. — Putnam County Parks got into the spooky spirit of the season this past week with two Halloween themed events. On Thursday, October 23, the Fright[Read More…]