From The Wheeling News-Register: Within a few days, state officials will make public information on how much money West Virginia state government officially collected in August. Keep your fingers crossed, especially if you want to see more potholes patched. Revenue in July, the first month of the new fiscal year,[Read More…]
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CyberCivics workshop coming to Charleston, W.Va.
By Clint Thomas, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Friday, Sept. 6, author Diana Graber will visit Charleston to introduce her new book, “Raising Humans in a Digital World, Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology,” and elaborate on ways youths and adults alike can better navigate their way[Read More…]
10 things to know: Wednesday, Sept. 4
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The regional bureau of The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. BAHAMIANS BEGIN RESCUES AS DORIAN MOVES ON TOWARD US COAST Bahamians rescue[Read More…]
U.S. Senator Manchin to stay in Senate; will not run for Governor of W.Va.
Release from the Office of Senator Manchin Video from WV Press WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., released the following statement on his decision to stay in the U.S. Senate. “Anyone who knows me, knows that I am most proud of two things – my family and the[Read More…]
WV Financial Snapshot Graphic: Rainy Day Funds
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…]
Editorial: W.Va. needs plan to diversify state economy
From The Register-Herald of Beckley: While Gov. Jim Justice was promising petrochemical fortunes for the state at the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce’s annual shindig this past Wednesday, troubling numbers were rolling in that indicated the state might be in a bit of a rough patch – economically speaking –[Read More…]
Editorial: Attracting new jobs to W.Va.
From The Intelligencer of Wheeling: Those of us who have jobs this Labor Day can be grateful for them and, if today is a holiday, happy for a day away from the workplace. Too many of our neighbors, friends and family members have not benefited yet from the upswing in[Read More…]
Editorial: Teacher shortages a growing problem in West Virginia
From The Exponent Telegram of Clarksburg: The start of a new school year sees some counties scrambling to fill teacher vacancies, including Harrison County. Closer examination of the situation is troubling. Barbara Owens, director of Professional Development School Partnership and Clinical Experiences at Fairmont State University, outlines some of the[Read More…]
At Labor Day rally, W.Va. Democrats seek to drum up 2020 support
By Jake Zuckerman, Charleston Gazette-Mail RACINE — It was a question on everyone’s minds. “What’s Joe going to do?” the emcee for the United Mine Workers of America asked a staffer on stage who spoke in place of Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va. The question was posed tongue-in-cheek, but the inquiry has[Read More…]
Families of natural gas pipeliners donate supplies to Marion County, W.Va., schools
By John Mark Shaver, FAIRMONT NEWS EDITOR IDAMAY, W.Va. — In an effort to give back to the local community, the families of pipeliners with Michels Corp. have donated a variety of supplies to local schools in Marion County. The supply drive, led by the “pipeliners’ wives,” was organized earlier[Read More…]
