By JAKE ZUCKERMAN Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia House of Delegates passed a bill Monday that could fundamentally alter the chamber’s political and electoral landscape. House Bill 4002 would nix the state’s reliance on multimember districts, where residents in certain areas vote for more than one delegate,[Read More…]
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Bills introduced Monday during West Virginia legislative session
The Dominion Post CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Some bills were introduced Monday. Local sponsors and co-sponsors, if any, are noted. SB 335, would prohibit employee wages from being diverted for political purposes without writt- en consent. SB 337, would allow parents to refuse administration of a preventa-tive anti-inflammatory eye med-ication to their[Read More…]
West Virginia House of Delegates passes single representative district proposal
By BRETT DUNLAP The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A bill passed the House of Delegates calling for the establishment of 100 single representative delegate districts in West Virginia. House Bill 4002 passed the House Monday in a 72-25 vote. If approved and signed into law, Wood County’s[Read More…]
Running rampant: Flu season severe, late in Eastern Panhandle
By TIM COOK The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — This flu season has gone viral and its symptoms can be especially nasty, local and national health officials report. “What we notice is that people get sick very quickly with this virus,” said Dr. Matthew Simmons, medical director of infection control for the[Read More…]
Marshall University welcomes first Planned Parenthood group
By KYRA BISCARNER The Parthenon HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Planned Parenthood Generation Action is cementing its spot on Marshall’s campus. The group officially launched Monday, providing students information about what the group plans to do. Morgan Karnell, president of Planned Parenthood Generation Action, said she hopes this event helps get people[Read More…]
Six to join W.Va. music hall of fame
The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Music Hall of Fame will induct six members in February. The six inductees are Hasil Adkins, Ann Magnuson, Frank Hutchison, The Morris Brothers, Fred “Sonic” Smith and Michael W. Smith. Magnuson’s career has included the cult favorite combo Bongwater,[Read More…]
Don Blankenship to host second town hall Thursday in Beckley
By WENDY HOLDREN The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Don Blankenship, the former Massey Energy CEO convicted of misdemeanor conspiracy who is now running for U.S. Senate, will host his second town hall in Beckley. The town hall is scheduled Thursday at the Beckley-Raleigh County Convention Center with a reception at 5:30[Read More…]
10 things to know: Tuesday, January 23
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Jan 23, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. US BACK IN BUSINESS The government shutdown ends as Senate Democrats agree to support a[Read More…]
Around the Rotunda: Legislative, committee schedule for Tuesday, Jan. 23
Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 14th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Higher Education Day; Health Smart; Children and Families Day; WV Hardwood Alliance Zone Reception and Dinner – By Invitation Only SENATE: Senate Convenes at 11 a.m. On the Agenda: RESOLUTIONS SR 14:[Read More…]
W.Va. House Bill could mean final paychecks include employer reimbursements
By Jim Workman West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — When an employee leaves a job, employer-provided property such as uniforms, tools, phones and other items must be returned, regardless if the vacancy is created by resignation or termination. Potential tension between parties further complicates the matter. A solution is[Read More…]
