LEWISBURG, W.Va. — On Thursday, Aug. 14, WVU’s new president, Michael T. Benson, will visit the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) to talk with President Nemitz and do a meet-and-greet with the WVSOM administration and see the campus. Benson will be on campus from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and[Read More…]
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Largent man to shoot for USA in World Precision Rifle Competition
By Kate Shunney, The Morgan Messenger LARGENT, W.Va. — Shooters from 17 countries will arrive in the United Kingdom this week to prepare for the second global competition of its kind – the Precision Rifle 22LR World Championship. Among the teams traveling to the UK are top shooters who qualified[Read More…]
West Virginia National Guard Foundation Announces the Election of Three New Officers
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard Foundation is pleased to announce the selection of three new officers to its governing board. Frank Vitale is the President and CEO of Forge Business Solutions and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at West Virginia University and will serve[Read More…]
A ‘Fair’-y Tale: History is shared each year through county fairs
By Toni Milbourne, The Journal CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. — For generations, county fairs have been more than summer entertainment, they’re a celebration of agriculture, community and achievement, both for youth and adults. In West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle, the Jefferson County Fair and the Berkeley County Youth Fair keep those traditions[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: McLaughlin Air National Guard Base to conduct Active Shooter exercise
The West Virginia National Guard will be conducting an active shooter exercise between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, at McLaughlin Air National Guard Base in Charleston, West Virginia. The purpose of the exercise will be to test Air and Army National Guard response protocols and procedures[Read More…]
Milton floodwall project moving forward as new partnership agreement is signed
By Destiney Dingess, The Herald-Dispatch MILTON — A partnership agreement was signed on Monday that brings Milton residents one step closer to flood relief for the community. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers joined state and local officials at the Milton Community Center to take a step forward[Read More…]
NIL policy now in place to allow West Virginia prep athletes to earn money
By Justin Jackson, The Dominion Post MORGANTOWN — According to a policy set by the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission (SSAC) and approved by the state Board of Education, high school and middle school athletes in the state can begin to profit from Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deals[Read More…]
Family treatment court provided a lifeline, Beckley woman says
By Steve Keenan, The Register-Herald BECKLEY — Shayla Carpenter’s past situation still brings her to tears at times. But, she now has many more reasons to smile as she moves forward in a new life bolstered by her recent participation in the Raleigh County Family Treatment Court. Carpenter, of Beckley,[Read More…]
EDITORIAL: Considering future of public schools
The Weirton Daily Times It’s August, which means it’s back-to-school season. As the new school year nears (remember to slow down and watch for students getting on those big yellow buses with the stop sign sticking out the side), it’s worthwhile to consider the future of our public schools —[Read More…]
‘People are struggling’: Charleston turns out for Sanders’ ‘Fighting Oligarchy Tour’
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the capital of one of the most solidly Republican states in the nation, one of the most progressive voices in politics presented a message not of ideology but of affordability. “In Vermont, we’re struggling with inadequate wages. That’s what you are[Read More…]