WASHINGTON, DC — President Trump signed last Thursday a presidential memorandum directing federal agencies to investigate, prosecute, and disrupt nonprofit organizations the Administration claims is supporting or funding domestic terrorism. With the memorandum, the Administration continues its targeted attack on nonprofits that oppose its priorities and ideology. For more information, see NCN’s Insights[Read More…]
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WV Coal Association Statement Regarding President Trump’s Energy & Regulatory Announcement
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Chris Hamilton, President/CEO of the West Virginia Coal Association, issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s energy and regulatory policy announcement today: “We are deeply appreciative of President Trump’s steadfast commitment to America’s coal industry and energy security. The planned initiatives by the Department of Energy,[Read More…]
Gov. Morrisey says West Virginia must benefit from MARL power line project
By Jacob Martin, WV News KINGWOOD, W.Va. (WV News) — Gov. Patrick Morrisey said he wants to ensure the MidAtlantic Resiliency Link is not just using the state as a “pass-through.” This past Thursday, NextEra Energy, the company overseeing the MidAtlantic Resiliency Link, announced the proposed route for the power line[Read More…]
West Virginia Democrats embark on listening tour across state
By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT — While national and state level Republicans let one way messaging do their talking for them, West Virginia Democrats are traveling across the Mountain State discussing kitchen table issues important to residents. The tour has been to two locations so far, Huntington and[Read More…]
Just for Kids representing U.S. at United Nations human trafficking dialogue
By Greg Jordan, CNHI West Virginia BECKLEY — How the tragedy of human trafficking touches Appalachia and what the world’s other rural communities are doing to address it will be among the topics when two members of a Raleigh County child advocacy center head for the United Nations Dialogue on[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Tourism Launches New Free Digital Platform for Goldenseal
New format will stabilize Goldenseal’s finances; partnerships with local universities and schools will showcase student articles West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced a new era in Goldenseal history. For the first time, Goldenseal content will be available for anyone to read online at no cost. The magazine[Read More…]
Hedgesville and Musselman High School honored for top CTE programs in West Virginia
By Ainsley Hall, The Journal MARTINSBURG — The West Virginia Department of Education recognized Hedgesville High School and Musselman High School for having the best Career Technical Education (CTE) programs in the state. To receive this honor, both schools had the highest accountability scores across all indicators. This included test[Read More…]
Barbour Community Health Association to Host Drive-Thru Breast Cancer Awareness Night
October 2 breast cancer event at Belington Medical Clinic will raise awareness about early detection West Virginia Press Association BELINGTON, W.Va. — Barbour Community Health Association (BCHA) will host its annual Drive-Thru Breast Cancer Awareness Night on Thursday, October 2, at 6 p.m. at the Belington Medical Clinic. The theme[Read More…]
Every Child NOW Honors Champion of Children Award Winners at Sixth Annual Luncheon
GameChanger Founder and Executive Director, Joe Boczek, to be named overall Champion of Children West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — EveryChild NOW is pleased to announce the 2025 Champions of Children who will be honored at the upcoming sixth annual Champions Luncheon that serves to recognize community members who are[Read More…]
WV Coal Association Statement Regarding EPA Proposal to Rescind Endangerment Finding
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Chris Hamilton, President/CEO of the West Virginia Coal Association, offers the following statement concerning the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding and Greenhouse Gas Vehicle Standards: “The West Virginia Coal Association applauds the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to rescind the 2009[Read More…]
