CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the future, the state’s thoroughbred and greyhound racing industries could feature: | Off-track betting at upscale sports bars and, perhaps, country clubs around the state. | Racetrack-sponsored social gaming sites with prizes, such as free hotel accommodations, redeemable at the racetracks. | More flexibility for the[Read More…]
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W.Va. justice cleared by judicial ethics commission
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — An ethics complaint filed by former Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Maloney against state Supreme Court Justice Robin Davis has been dismissed, according to a news release from the Supreme Court. Earlier this year, Maloney filed the complaint with the state Judicial Ethics Commission after ABC News reported[Read More…]
Armed citizens guard Princeton recruiting center
PRINCETON, W.Va. — In a show of support for the U.S. military, two private citizens armed with AR-15s stood guard Tuesday outside of the Armed Forces Career Center in Princeton. Their presence didn’t go unnoticed, as many motorists passing by honked their horns in support, and other citizens stopped to[Read More…]
Charleston Gazette-Mail in transition phase
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Charleston Gazette-Mail is continuing its transition toward one stronger, deeper news organization following the consolidation of The Charleston Gazette and Daily Mail newsrooms. News and sports employees of the two previous newspapers heard the organization’s plan and timeline for consolidating to a single newsroom during a[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Wednesday, July 22
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Wednesday, July 22, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers: 1. DASHCAM VIDEO SHOWS CONFRONTATIONAL TEXAS TRAFFIC STOP In the[Read More…]
DEADLINE: Convention 2015 registration, room reservation due
Reserve rooms at Embassy Suites CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the registration deadline nearing, it’s time to register for the West Virginia Press Association’s Convention 2015. The program/registration information for WVPA Convention 2015 is attached. . PROGRAM/REGISTRATION INFORMATION: 2015 WVPA Convention program . The WVPA staff is excited about the opportunities provided[Read More…]
Williamson looking for sports reporter
WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The Williamson Daily News, located in southern West Virginia, is looking for a full-time sport reporter. Candidates should have great writing skills, good computer skills. Sports writing experience preferred, but not necessary. Experience in also photography is a plus. Send resumes and writing samples to Kyle Lovern, editor Williamson Daily News, at [email protected] or by mail at 38 West[Read More…]
Pendleton Times seeking editor
FRANKLIN, W.Va. — The Pendleton Times Newspaper is looking for an editor to direct community news operations. If you’re interested in the opportunity to serve as editor of a weekly newspaper in Franklin, W.Va., which is located in Pendleton County in the eastern portion of the state, now is the time to contact the West[Read More…]
Register-Herald of Beckley looking for sports reporter
BECKLEY, W.Va. — Register-Herald Newspapers of Beckley, W.Va., is looking for a full-time sports writer to cover everything from high school sports to the PGA Tour’s Greenbrier Classic. The ideal candidate will have experience writing on deadline and covering a wide variety of sports. Pagination and multi-media skills preferred. The position[Read More…]
Register-Herald of Beckley seeking editor
BECKLEY, W.Va. — Register-Herald Newspapers of Beckley, W.Va., is seeking an experienced editor for its top newsroom leadership position in the “newsiest region of southern West Virginia.” The position is responsible for news content for a seven-day, 18,000-circulation newspaper, two weeklies, award-winning magazines, other niche products and the growing digital platforms. “The editor needs a strong management[Read More…]
