By EVAN BEVINS Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG – Two members of the West Virginia House of Delegates, a former Parkersburg city councilwoman and the president of the Wood County Parks and Recreation Committee are interested in filling the state Senate vacancy left by the resignation of David Nohe. The[Read More…]
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W.Va. ranks last in people who want to work
By BRANDON ROBERTS The Herald-Dispatach WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Dead last. That’s where West Virginia ranks among the 50 states in terms of workforce participation. Dr. John Deskins, professor and director of the bureau of business and economic research at West Virginia University, said Wednesday that the state has[Read More…]
Appalachian Trail film may attract new hikers
By Mary Stortstrom The Journal HARPERS FERRY-Though the Appalachian Trail may be well-known along the East Coast, the film, “A Walk in the Woods,” which opened Wednesday, is introducing the Appalachian Trail to audiences across the nation-and could possibly inspire more people to hike the Trail. The film, starring Robert[Read More…]
Kasich, cracker developer set for announcement
By CASEY JUNKINS The Intelligencer / Wheeling News-Register COLUMBUS, Ohio – Though details are limited, the CEO of PTT Global Chemical – the firm evaluating plans for a $5.7 billion ethane cracker in Belmont County – will join Gov. John Kasich and others for an announcement at 3 p.m. today[Read More…]
Barbour County Fair lines up fun for everyone
By Melissa Toothman The Exponent Telegram BELINGTON, W.Va. — Crowds came out to the Barbour County Fair on Wednesday to enjoy everything from gospel music to the demolition derby. With so much to do, however, there was only one activity at the forefront of one young fair-goer’s mind. “Bull riding[Read More…]
Potential jurors in Blankenship case must respond to 87 questions
By Wendy Holdren Register-Herald Reporter BECKLEY, W.Va. — Three hundred potential jurors must respond to a 17-page questionnaire, which asks 87 questions, including, “What, if any, opinions have you formed about Donald L. Blankenship, who was the former CEO of Massey Energy, which owned the Upper Big Branch Mine?” The questionnaire,[Read More…]
Conservative economist urges tax cuts for West Virginia
By David Gutman The Charleston Gazette-Mail Economist Arthur Laffer was the keynote speaker at the first day of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce’s annual business summit at The Greenbrier resort. WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — Conservative economist Arthur Laffer, during a speech to members of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things you need to know Sept. 3
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press’s business development specialist for West Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers: 1. CHAOTIC SCENE AT HUNGARY RAIL STATION AS POLICE LEAVE Hundreds dash[Read More…]
Flag: Silent sentinels of history?
RANSON, W.Va. — Flags can evoke strong emotions. Consider the recent controversy over flying the Confederate flag in South Carolina. Although they are used as symbols of governments and organizations, flags viewed differently by certain professionals. Instead, some view flags as sentinels of history that should be preserved. Cathy Heffner, president of Textile Preservation Associates Inc. in Ranson,[Read More…]
The Herald-Dispatch seeking experienced reporter
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — The Herald-Dispatch, a daily newspaper located in a city of about 50,000, is seeking a motivated, experienced reporter to cover city and county government with responsibilities also for state legislative and political coverage. Candidates should have 3-5 years experience, excellent reporting and writing skills and be capable of providing[Read More…]
