FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice delivered a $2 million investment to Fairmont State University’s Aviation Center of Excellence on Jan. 2, announcing the funding just before the start of the school’s men’s basketball game inside the Feaster Center. The money will support the purchase of two new planes, a used Cessna,[Read More…]
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Sen.-elect Joey Garcia appointed to committee to review state’s judicial code of conduct
By Eric Cravey, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — One of Marion County’s state lawmakers has a chance to possibly reshape the West Virginia Code of Judicial Conduct. Freshman West Virginia State Senator Joey Garcia, D-13, said it is an honor to serve on the new eight-member advisory committee put[Read More…]
Hurricane native to serve as administrative director for state court system
The Hurricane Breeze CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Thursday, December 19, the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia announced that Deputy Administrative Director Keith Hoover will become Administrative Director for the state’s unified court system effective January 1, 2025. Hoover is a Hurricane native and a graduate of West Virginia[Read More…]
West Virginia’s Almost Heaven Swings likely to gain Shepherdstown addition in new year
By Tabitha Johnston, The Shepherdstown Chronicle SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — The Rotary Club of Shepherdstown has undertaken a new project, which will give Shepherdstown just one more attraction to draw in tourism. This year, the Rotary Club of Shepherdstown will be working together with the Corporation of Shepherdstown to place a[Read More…]
Scott Depot man is now known as ‘popcorn guy’ after viral video at Rural King
By Maggie Susa, The Wayne County News CROSS LANES, W.Va. — A video of a popcorn machine on fire at a Rural King store went viral earlier this month. The star: 39-year-old Jayme Ferguson of Scott Depot. While the popcorn machine is on fire, creating a lot of smoke, Ferguson[Read More…]
West Virginia First Foundation unveils new brand identity
New year, new brand: A fresh start for hope and recovery in West Virginia West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF) has announced the launch of its new brand identity – the ButterFFly – a powerful symbol of its commitment to hope and recovery for[Read More…]
Special guest John Daly to headline 13th Annual Bob Huggins Fish Fry Feb. 1
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – College Basketball Hall of Famer Coach Bob Huggins has announced the 13th Annual Bob Huggins Fish Fry with special guest, Golf Icon & Major Champion, John Daly. Reserve your seat to get a glimpse of two legends and get ready to be entertained by[Read More…]
Gov. Justice issues State of Preparedness for all 55 counties ahead of winter storm
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Justice has declared a State of Preparedness for all 55 West Virginia counties due to the winter storm event forecast to hit the state in the coming days. Click here to view Gov. Justice’s proclamation The National Weather Service predicts a cold front will bring a round[Read More…]
COLUMN: Have hope, start with a win
By Greg Kozera, Shale Crescent USA Leadership expert, Dr. John Maxwell says; “Where there is no hope in the future there is no power in the present. Leaders are dealers in hope.” With hope people will continue to work toward goals. People give up without hope. In October 2007, my daughter, Dannielle called, “Dad, I signed you up for the St. Patrick’s Day half in Virginia Beach.” “Half what, Dannielle?” “Half-marathon, 13.1[Read More…]
Sago Mine disaster: Mine safety laws and practices transformed after tragedy
By Logan D. Cottrell, WV News BUCKHANNON, W.Va. (WV News) — Jan. 2 marks the 19th anniversary of the Sago Mine disaster. The tragedy claimed the lives of 12 men after a methane gas explosion occurred at 6:26 a.m., according to a report from the West Virginia Office of Miners’[Read More…]
