By Ainsley Hall, The Journal CHARLESTON — The Journal and the Shepherdstown Chronicle were recognized at the 2025 West Virginia Press Association’s annual convention after receiving first- and second-place awards for General Excellence in Divisions II and IV respectively. The convention took place in Charleston where newspaper staffers from all[Read More…]
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Marion County community rallies behind those facing hunger as SNAP end looms
By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT — The community of Fairmont is stepping up to ensure vulnerable residents remain fed even as the federal government stops Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payments as a result of the government shutdown. “In West Virginia, people have always had the whole, everybody takes care[Read More…]
Morrisey trips fuel conflict-of-interest concern stemming from first lady’s lobbying
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — “Heading home after a busy day meeting with Trump Administration leaders,” Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced in an April 22 X post documenting his trip to Washington. Morrisey noted he had met with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.[Read More…]
PEIA proposes more premium hikes for West Virginia public employees in 2027
By Charles Young, WV News CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — On the heels of double-digit premium increases that went into effect in July, the West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency is proposing additional increases for Plan Year 2027. During a meeting of the PEIA Finance Board on Thursday, officials discussed[Read More…]
Mold, humidity issues being addressed at East Fairmont High School
By Jim Bissett, The Dominion Post FAIRMONT, W.Va. – That’s the thing about mold. It comes back. Marion County Schools Superintendent Donna Heston delivered that biology lesson, most basic, to Board of Education members earlier this week. That is, where there’s high humidity, there just might be mold. And where[Read More…]
Concord Master of Social Work program hailed as top in West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association ATHENS, W.Va. — We are excited to announce that MastersinSocialWorkOnline.org has recognized Concord University’s Master of Social Work Online program among the top programs in West Virginia for 2026. “Our faculty and staff work tirelessly to provide first-class online instruction, bridging community need with high caliber[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY – The Health Plan to Award Full Medical School Scholarship to Matewan Native
MATEWAN, W.Va. — A Matewan native is attending medical school at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) without the burden of tuition and fees thanks to a medical scholarship program offered by The Health Plan (THP). WVSOM first-year student Lenzie Stiltner has been awarded The Health Plan Scholarship,[Read More…]
Governor Patrick Morrisey Announces Key Additions to Administration, Names Appointments to State Boards
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Patrick Morrisey has announced several key appointments to his administration, naming Lars Dalseide as Communications Director, Dianna Graves as Legislative Affairs Director, and promoting Drew Galang to Press Secretary. Lars Dalseide joins the Governor’s Office with more than 15 years of experience leading media, advocacy, and communications strategies[Read More…]
Justice addresses latest tax issues
By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON – U.S. Sen. Jim Justice said his most recent federal issues will work themselves out as they have time and time again. Speaking during a virtual briefing with reporters from Capitol Hill Thursday morning, Justice – the former Republican governor[Read More…]
North Central West Virginia businesses put their two cents in about the penny shortage
By Faithlyn Graham, WV News CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Local businesses across West Virginia are preparing for life without the penny as the U.S. begins phasing out the one-cent coin. As signs across the country urge customers paying with cash to be ready for rounding, small business owners say[Read More…]
