MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University junior Kadeisha Buchanan earned the 2015 Hyundai Young Player Award, presented Sunday night following the United States’ 5-2 win over Japan at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup final at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver. Buchanan, a center back and native of Brampton, Ontario,[Read More…]
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Greenbrier wedding chapel to be finished by fall
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — The Greenbrier has become one of West Virginia’s top wedding destinations over the past century. It has all the elegant ballrooms, fine dining and breathtaking views a bride could ask for on her big day. Though one thing’s been missing for a while: a wedding[Read More…]
Lee last man standing at Greenbrier Classic
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — In six years, the Greenbrier Classic leaderboard has touched all corners of the planet, and this time the championship runs through New Zealand. Danny Lee won the Classic on Sunday on the second hole in a four-way playoff over David Hearn, Robert Streb and Kevin Kisner. It[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Monday, July 6
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Monday, July 6, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers: 1. GREEK FINANCE MINISTER RESIGNS AFTER ‘NO’ BAILOUT VOTE[Read More…]
Capito to participate in 54th Annual Alderson 4th of July Parade
Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) will walk in the 54th Annual Alderson 4th of July Parade in the City of Alderson. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the intersection of Route 12 and Virginia Street in Alderson, WV, 24910. Members of the media[Read More…]
West Virginia students to benefit from STEM Education Center
Senator Manchin calls on officials to ensure the necessary state and federal funding to enhance STEM programming Washington, D.C. – As many as 1,000 West Virginia students per year stand to benefit from the recent acquisition of the $20 million Canaan Valley Institute (CVI) facilities in Tucker County. The National[Read More…]
Special message from Governor Earl Ray Tomblin
STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER WHILE EXPLORING WILD, WONDERFUL WEST VIRGINIA A column by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin (July 1, 2015) -This week, West Virginians across the Mountain State are celebrating Independence Day with family and friends. Whether your summer plan includes taking a long weekend to explore some of what[Read More…]
Mercer County Delegates express condolences for longtime reporter, Barbara Hawkins
Bluefield, W.Va. – Delegates that represent portions of Mercer County, including Joe Ellington R-Mercer, Marty Gearheart-R-Mercer, Cliff Moore, D-McDowell and John Shott, R-Mercer, expressed their condolences on the death of Ms. Barbara Hawkins, a longtime reporter for the Bluefield area. · “Barbara was an exceptional individual and good friend[Read More…]
State Treasurer releases patriotic themed list of unclaimed property names
Charleston, W.Va – As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, people around the country will celebrate our Nation’s independence. But for some West Virginians, there may be another reason to celebrate. In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office compiled a list of patriotic[Read More…]
Cass Scenic Railroad running special night train on Friday
Mountain Rail Adventure releases summer schedule CASS, W.Va. – If a unique family adventure sounds good this Independence Day weekend, consider visiting the Cass Scenic Railroad on Friday to ride the rails to Whittaker from historic downtown Cass on a three-hour round trip train ride that includes a weiner roast, fireside music and a nighttime return[Read More…]
