West Virginia Press Association KIMBALL, W.Va. — The Hatfield-McCoy Trails (HMT) is partnering with local emergency response agencies to urge the use of the ‘what3words’ phone application on its trails and throughout its service areas. The ‘what3words’ phone application assigns a unique address (made of 3 random words) to every[Read More…]
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Admin discuss House bill affecting faculty, student seats on WVU’s BOG
By Samantha Smith, The Daily Athenaeum MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — WVU’s Faculty Senate discussed a bill introduced in the West Virginia House of Delegates that would remove faculty, staff and student representatives from being able to vote on the WVU Board of Governors at a regular meeting Monday. The bill, House Bill[Read More…]
WV House passes legislation targeting civil service system, grievance options
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia House of Delegates passed legislation that would bar certain future and reassigned employees from the state’s classified civil service system and strip them of the right to grievance procedures amid a proposed far-reaching reorganization of state agencies. The House,[Read More…]
WVDNR announces changes to CWD containment area
Change comes after Chronic Wasting Disease detected in a Grant County deer West Virginia Press Association SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced the expansion of the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Containment Area after the detection of CWD in a Grant County deer. “Grant County[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: BridgeValley Community and Technical College launches Mobile EMS Simulation Classroom
Who: Clay County High School students EMS Training Event: EMS Jump Start Pathway to Paramedic Initiative Launch Date: Thursday, March 20th starting 10:30AM Time: 10:30AM Location Clay County High School, 1 Panther Dr, Clay WV 25043 BridgeValley Community and Technical College has received a $185,096 grant from the West Virginia Department of Education to develop a Mobile EMS Simulation Classroom and[Read More…]
West Virginia’s ‘Riley Gaines Act’ completes legislative process
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON (WV News) — A bill defining terms related to sex and gender in West Virginia code completed the legislative process Tuesday. The House of Delegates concurred with a change made in the state Senate removing an amendment in Senate Bill 456, then approved[Read More…]
AARP WV thanks Sen. Capito, commends reintroduction of Credit for Caring Act
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — AARP West Virginia commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, sponsored by Senator Shelley Moore Capito, offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the[Read More…]
Mud rain hits area (and our cars)
The Morgan Messenger BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — Many local residents were scratching their heads on Saturday morning as they looked at their cars and trucks covered in an unusual sort of dirt pattern. Rain fell on Friday evening and overnight, and delivered an unusual weather phenomenon called “mud rain.” Read[Read More…]
Rich Rodriguez Enforces Social Media Rules for West Virginia Football Players
WV News Report MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez has made it clear that while players are free to use social media, there’s one strict rule—no dancing on TikTok. As the team prepares for spring football, Rodriguez emphasized his focus on maintaining a tough, disciplined team culture,[Read More…]
West Virginia Celebrates Ramps Season with Festivals and Dinners
WV News Report As ramps season approaches, communities across West Virginia are preparing to celebrate this Appalachian delicacy with festivals and dinners showcasing its unique flavor. Known for their pungent aroma and bold taste, ramps have become a cultural symbol in the Mountain State. From April 19-26, several events will[Read More…]