By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram WASHINGTON, W.V.a. (WV News) — Gov. Jim Justice will serve on the U.S. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources after taking his seat in the Senate next month. Justice, who will succeed outgoing Sen. Joe Manchin, I-W.Va., in the Senate, will have a seat[Read More…]
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National park stewardship is an ongoing necessity
By Steve Keenan for The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — With a 40% increase in visitation from its redesignation in 2020, the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve is contributed nearly $33 million more to local economies in neighboring gateway communities in 2023 than in 2019, says Eve West, chief[Read More…]
W.Va. Democratic Party opposes ‘blank check’ for Nucor
By Steven Allen Adams, The Weirton Daily Times CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Del. Mike Pushkin, the chairman of the West Virginia Democratic Party, leveled criticism at Gov. Jim Justice and state economic development officials Friday; a day after officials agreed with provide North Carolina-based Nucor an additional $75 million in taxpayer[Read More…]
Bungee jumping coming to Harpers Ferry in the spring
By Cameron Adams for The Journal HARPERS FERRY, W.Va. — The Great Bungee Company will launch a state-of-the-art cantilevered jumping platform in Harpers Ferry next spring. Thrill seekers will be able to jump from a platform more than 150 feet above the water’s surface at the Old Standard Quarry, according[Read More…]
COLUMN: It’s about time
By Greg Kozera, Shale Crescent USA Talking to some friends after church last weekend, one commented, “As we get older, time seems to fly by. I can’t believe 2024 is almost over.” Time, is a great equalizer. We all have different talents and abilities. Some people have more money than others. We all have 24 hours in[Read More…]
Delegate Darren Thorne appointed to fill Fifteenth District vacancy
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice has selected Delegate Darren Thorne, R-Hampshire, to fill the vacancy in the 15th Senatorial District. The 15th Senatorial District includes Hampshire and Morgan Counties and part of Berkeley County. He replaces Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Charles Trump, R-Morgan, who resigned[Read More…]
Review: Here’s a list of unconventional holiday films to enjoy around Christmas
By Joshua Hill for the Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — We all love “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “Elf,” but there are only so much we can take of those bells ringing every time Clarence gets his wings. Revel in the hilarious, thrilling, frightening and scathing portraits of the holiday[Read More…]
COLUMN: Inspiration and mentorship
By Dr. E. Gordon Gee, president, West Virginia University During the holiday season, we often think about the people who have shaped our lives. We gather to celebrate with some of them, while others loom large in our memories. From family members and teachers to colleagues and friends, so many[Read More…]
Lewis County’s Sen. Martin named West Virginia Senate majority leader
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — State Sen. Patrick Martin, R-Lewis, has been named as majority leader of the West Virginia Senate, said Senate President-elect Randy Smith in a release. Martin, 31, who previously served in the House of Delegates and was elected to Senate[Read More…]
Parade, ball on tap for Morrisey’s inauguration: Here’s what you need to know
Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov.-elect Patrick Morrisey will be inaugurated Jan. 13 on the north (interior) steps of the West Virginia Capitol. The swearing-in ceremony is the main event, but a full day of inaugural events is scheduled, culminating with a black-tie dinner and ball at the Charleston Coliseum[Read More…]
