By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — An agency that awarded a $5 million grant to an out-of-state Catholic vocational school for expansion efforts in West Virginia said their only focus was creating additional workforce training opportunities and that their agreement prevents the creation of[Read More…]
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Justice announces nearly $37 million surplus after December revenue collections
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Jan. 2, Gov. Jim Justice announced that West Virginia recorded a $36.7 million surplus in December, the sixth month of Fiscal Year 2025, with total revenue collections surpassing $575.2 million. “West Virginia continues to prove what happens when you make the right decisions and put our people[Read More…]
Judicial Investigation Commission publicly admonishes Judge Codispoti
By Dylan Vidovich, The Logan Banner CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Judicial Investigation Commission has published a public admonishment of Logan Circuit Judge Kelly Gilmore Codispoti regarding a matter pertaining to Chris Trent’s lawsuit against the Logan County Commission. In a document from the Judicial Investigation Commission dated Dec.[Read More…]
WV banjo legend teaches Monroe County teen folk music
By Katelyn Aluise, The Lincoln Journal When local artist Tim Bing was growing up with his brothers, Mike and Dave, just outside of Huntington, family and friends would often get together in Wayne County and listen to the “old timers” play their music. “And with them came some of the[Read More…]
The unexpected crisis: Preparing for the financial impact of Alzheimer’s during Financial Wellness Month
Alzheimer’s Association offers free resources to help families navigate financial challenges of dementia West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. During Financial Wellness Month this January, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging individuals and families to make financial plans that will create some security in preparing for an unexpected crisis of caring for[Read More…]
Gov. Justice delivers oath of office for Larry Pack as West Virginia’s next State Treasurer
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Jan. 3, Gov. Jim Justice administered the oath of office to Larry Pack as West Virginia’s next State Treasurer. Following the resignation of Congressman Riley Moore, Pack was appointed by Gov. Justice to fill the role. Pack, who is the Treasurer-elect, will officially[Read More…]
W.Va. Guard prepares response to Winter Storm Blair
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has declared a State of Emergency for all 55 West Virginia counties and directed the West Virginia National Guard to mobilize personnel to assist local communities and citizens in response to the anticipated impacts of Winter Storm Blair.[Read More…]
West Virginia Press Association’s Legislative Lookahead to be held Feb. 7
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Press Association (WVPA) is hosting the annual Legislative Lookahead on Friday, Feb. 7 at the Culture Center located on Capitol grounds in Charleston. The event will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Members of the media are invited[Read More…]
West Virginia’s journey of progress: Reflecting on the past, embracing the future
By Senate President/Lieutenant Governor Craig P. Blair As I spent time reflecting during the holidays, I thought a great deal about how we never know what roads life will lead us down. When I was just a small business owner spending my days driving throughout the Eastern Panhandle, I didn’t realize then that[Read More…]
Governor-Elect Morrisey announces incoming administration, first cabinet appointments
By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Incoming Governor Patrick Morrisey announced members of his administration leadership team and several cabinet appointments, making the budget, energy, child welfare, and seniors clear priorities as he prepares to take office in 11 days. In a press conference[Read More…]