Federal official lauds law enforcement By Edgar Kelley, The Inter-Mountain ELKINS — The work done by drug task forces in the local region were celebrated Wednesday afternoon during a special press conference outside the Jennings Randolph Federal Center. Acting United States Attorney Randolph J. Bernard was joined during the event[Read More…]
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PSC order requires cost-sharing for pole replacements for broadband expansion
By Steven Allen Adams, Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON –Disagreements between the companies that own utility poles and internet service providers have plagued the expansion of broadband across the state, but a new order from the West Virginia Public Service Commission could help spread out the costs of pole replacements.[Read More…]
WV News Editorial: Executive Editor John Miller, ‘The Legend’ has passed away
The passing of a legend. It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of John Miller, WV News executive editor. John has been the heart and soul of The Exponent Telegram for over 40 years. We often teased him and said that he laid the cornerstone of[Read More…]
WV News Executive Editor John Miller leaves deep legacy of community journalism
By Michael Minnich, WV News CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WV News) — Media has lost “The Legend.” WV News Executive Editor John Miller died Tuesday at the age of 62, leaving a legacy of over 40 years of community-based journalism and involvement. “John Miller was the heart of WV News. For more[Read More…]
Sitting West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Tim Armstead dies at 60
Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Justice Tim Armstead of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia died Tuesday following a brief hospitalization, according to a news release from the Supreme Court. He was 60. Armstead was appointed to the Supreme Court by then-Gov. Jim Justice and took office in[Read More…]
Box Tree Moth hits boxwoods in Morgan & Berkeley counties
By Kate Shunney, The Morgan Messenger BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — Plant and bug experts in West Virginia are on alert about a new pest that is damaging boxwoods as they feed on the shrubbery and infest areas around them. Morgan County Extension Agent Cindy Smalley said she has gotten reports[Read More…]
Fairmont Manchin Health Care Center resident files intent to sue over facility’s sale
By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT — A resident at the John Manchin Sr. Health Care Center in Fairmont filed a 30 day intent to sue against Gov. Patrick Morrisey and Sec. Michael Caruso of the Department of Health Facilities on Tuesday. The governor announced the sale of the[Read More…]
WVU Extension Office brings in the big guns
By Allen Hamrick, Clay County Free Press CLAY, W.Va. — If you have been in the town of Clay and lived here most of your natural life, you should have noticed the Kudzu plant. It is the plant that has waged war on the town of Clay for over one[Read More…]
NRGRDA Board of Directors Approves Legislative Priorities For the 2026 West Virginia Legislative Session
Economic Development, Workforce, Housing, Land Use, Infrastructure, and Childcare West Virginia Press Association BECKLEY, W.Va. — During its August 25 board meeting, the board of directors of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) formally adopted its state legislative priorities, setting the stage for focused advocacy in the upcoming[Read More…]
University of Charleston Ranked Best College in West Virginia by Niche; Only Private School to Make the Top Ten
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The University of Charleston (UC) has been named the top college in West Virginia by Niche in its 2026 rankings of the best colleges. UC earned an overall A- and distinguished itself with high marks in diversity, dorms, and safety, making it the[Read More…]