CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor Earl Ray Tomblin on Thursday announced the formation of a commission through an executive order that will focus on safety in the state’s oil and gas industry. “As we continue to explore opportunities to diversify our state’s energy portfolio, we must ensure the safety of hardworking West[Read More…]
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New $6 million Bluefield bridge taking shape
BLUEFIELD — There was a party on Pulaski Street all afternoon long on Thursday as crews with Triton Construction worked to place the huge steel support beams for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Bridge replacement project. “I’ve gotten pictures of this project since day one,” Billy Jean Woods,[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Friday, July 10
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Friday, July 10, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers: 1. U.S. PERSONNEL CHIEF RESISTS CALLS TO RESIGN Katherine Archuleta[Read More…]
Register-Herald Newspapers 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[Read More…]
Public input sought on W.Va. Common Core standards
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — After months of preparation, the West Virginia Department of Education announced Wednesday it will officially launch a review of its embattled math and English standards, which have come under fire in recent years for being based on Common Core. At a news conference, following the West Virginia Board[Read More…]
Capito: Manufacturing in Northern West Virginia stands to benefit from new commerce designation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Commerce announced July 8 that the Greater Pittsburgh Metals Manufacturing Community, which includes the northern region of West Virginia, has been designated as one of 12 communities to participate in the Investing in Manufacturing Communities Partnership (IMCP). The 20-county area, which spans from West[Read More…]
W.Va. justice to sell multimillion-dollar home
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Kanawha County’s most expensive home is going up for sale. State Supreme Court Justice Robin Davis and husband Scott Segal are selling their estate on Quarry Ridge East. They plan to stay in Charleston and move to a smaller home, Segal said Tuesday. “We are, in fact, preparing[Read More…]
Governor Tomblin encourages residents to enjoy wild, wonderful West Virginia
MAKE YOUR SUMMER MEMORIES AT ONE OF WEST VIRGINIA‘S STATE PARKS A column by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin (July 8, 2015) – The Mountain State is known worldwide for its natural beauty and outdoor adventures, and this summer is the perfect time to explore all that West Virginia has to[Read More…]
Rains strike blow to economies across West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Rains have fallen steadily on North Central West Virginia for over a month, washing many dollars away from the local economy as much of the terrain lies drenched. The National Weather Service reports the region has seen more than six inches of rainfall above normal since the[Read More…]
Backlash ends Huntington casting call for show
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A casting call notice for a reality series hoping to film in Huntington received major backlash from Mayor Steve Williams and others in the city who were not on board with the show’s concept. The show was looking for Huntington residents who are obese and proud of[Read More…]
