CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The following media advisory has been issued by the Office of the Governor: WHO: Gov. Jim Justice, Marion County Commissioners, representatives with the High Technology Foundation. WHAT: Gov. Justice will be on hand for a ceremony to celebrate the groundbreaking of a major expansion to the High Technology Foundation’s[Read More…]
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Rides to Recovery’ program receives vehicle donation from The Thrasher Group
Release from The Thrasher Group: BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – A new program aimed at providing transportation to recovering addicts has received two vehicle donations from The Thrasher Group. The program, Rides to Recovery, will act as a free car service to help those in recovery get back on their feet. The[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces vineyards and wineries project in W.Va. Eastern Panhandle
Release from the Office of the Governor: CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he is directing several state agencies under his administration to work together to explore the possibility of taking steps to expand the winemaking industry in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle. The Governor is directing officials from the West[Read More…]
Mobile sports betting in W.Va. hits revenue milestones
By Phil Kabler, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Mobile sports betting in West Virginia has hit two milestones, state Lottery Director John Myers said Wednesday: Topping $1 million in revenue for September, and topping $7 million in total wagers for the week of Oct. 13-19. “It’s been consistent growth as they’ve[Read More…]
10 things to know: Thursday, Oct. 24
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. REPUBLICANS DISRUPT IMPEACHMENT DEPOSITION Democrats say the move compromised national security as[Read More…]
WV Press Financial Snapshot Graphic on W.Va. Department of Agricultural
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association is sharing a WVPA Financial snapshot graphic for media consideration. It’s provided as a stand alone feature or to be used with coverage of State government. It’s provided at no cost for your consideration in print and online. The graphic is developed[Read More…]
W.Va. Book: Virginia Slavery and King Salt in Booker T. Washington’s boyhood home
W.Va. Delegate’s new book previewed for West Virginia residents By Larry Linwell Rowe Editor’s Note: The West Virginia Press Association will be sharing a six-part preview of “Virginia Slavery and King Salt in Booker T. Washington’s boyhood home,” a book by Larry Rowe, Charleston attorney and member of the W.Va.[Read More…]
Parkersburg, W.Va., Council OKs funds for pilot program to help homeless travel to family and support
By Evan Bevins, Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG — Funding for a pilot program aimed at helping homeless individuals travel to where they have family and support systems was approved by Parkersburg City Council Tuesday, along with the first reading of an ordinance trading a cannon to Wood County for[Read More…]
W.Va. students: Plenty to correct in state education system
W.Va. Board of Education starting statewide listening tour By Jordan Nelson The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — The West Virginia Board of Education begins its statewide listening tour tonight in Greenbrier County. Among those expected to share their thoughts on the state of education in the Mountain State will be teachers, parents and[Read More…]
W.Va. Lawmakers to review draft disaster planning legislation
By Steven Allen Adams, For The Intelligencer CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A legislative committee, studying how to limit damage from the next big flood, could have legislation drafted by November. Delegate Dean Jeffries, R-Kanawha, chairman of the Joint Legislative Committee on Flooding, and Brian Abraham, general counsel to Gov. Jim Justice,[Read More…]
