By Ryan Quinn, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A crowd that at one point totaled roughly 300 gathered on and around the steps of Charleston City Hall on Sunday, chanting the names of George Floyd and other African Americans before him whom police killed. “He called for his mother! He called[Read More…]
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Coronavirus Update: West Virginia fabric shops get creative in virus effort
By Lexi Browning WV Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Throughout the Mountain State, many crafters — both newcomers and experts at sewing — have stepped up to help fill gaps in the state and national supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) by making reusable fabric masks for healthcare personnel and other[Read More…]
U.S. Senator Manchin issues statement on termination of relationship with the World Health Organization
CHARLESTON, W.Va.– Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) released the following statement on President Trump’s decision to terminate the United States’ relationship with the World Health Organization (WHO) during the global COVID-19 pandemic. “The entire world is battling COVID-19 right now and in West Virginia, we continue to see additional[Read More…]
Media Alert on availability of WVU Experts: President’s Executive Order more political than legal, but may spur Congress to change the law
From WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University experts can provide commentary, insights and opinions on various news topics. President Trump’s Executive Order to regulate social media after Twitter flagged one of his tweets won’t change current law, but may fall on favorable ears in Congress to change the law to[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. Governor’s press briefing at 12:30 p.m.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The office of the Governor has issued the following media advisory: WHO: Gov. Jim Justice, other state officials. WHAT: Gov. Justice will provide an update for media on COVID-19 preparedness and response plans. WHEN: Today, Monday, June 1, 2020, at 12:30 p.m. West Virginians can watch the live stream of this[Read More…]
Opinion: County clerks are ready to provide safe and successful statewide primary Election in West Virginia
By Mac WarnerWest Virginia Secretary of State West Virginia’s Primary Election is well underway; 143,910 voters (12% of all registered voters) have already cast absentee ballots, and Early Voting started May 27. Not since 1863 when West Virginia voted to separate from Virginia have we experienced such a unique election. Two factors[Read More…]
Opinion: Absentee voting by mail is secure and safe as Pendleton County Clerk proves
Release from Natalie Tennant Campaign: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Secretary of State candidate Natalie Tennant praised Pendleton County Clerk Elise White and her staff for their actions to stop the alleged manipulation of absentee voting request forms by a rural mail carrier. Thomas Cooper, a Republican, is accused of altering eight[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. with 1,951 positive cases, 74 deaths as of 10 a.m. today; Cumulative positive test percentage, 2.09; daily positive test percentage, .95
WV Press Update: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Friday, May 29. West Virginia Cases Total Positive Cases – 1,951 Total Lab Results reported – 93,377 Cumulative positive test percentage, 2.09 Daily positive test percentage, .95[Read More…]
Image Associates wins at 2020 Telly Awards Competition for Hatfield-McCoy Trails video series
Release from Image Associates: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Image Associates took away two Silver and a Bronze statuette in the 41st Annual, 2020 Telly Awards Competition for its Hatfield-McCoy Trails Video Series. The Telly Awards annually showcases the best work created within television and across video, for all screens. Receiving over 12,000[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: W.Va. Governor’s press briefing at 1 p.m.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The office of the Governor has issued the following media advisory: WHO: Gov. Jim Justice, other state officials. WHAT: Gov. Justice will provide an update for media on COVID-19 preparedness and response plans. WHEN: Today, Friday, May 29, 2020, at 1 p.m. West Virginians can watch the live stream of this[Read More…]
