An editorial from the Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — It often seems as though government organizations search out ways to throw away money. Take, for example, the Appalachian Development Highway System, established by Congress 50 years ago, to increase economic development in isolated Appalachian regions, through improved infrastructure.[Read More…]
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John Manchin drops lawsuit against two brothers
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Dr. John Manchin II has filed to drop a $1.7 million lawsuit against his brothers, U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin and businessman Rock Manchin. Around 2:30 p.m. Monday, Dr. Manchin, who was listed as the plaintiff on the suit, and his counsel filed a stipulation of voluntary dismissal[Read More…]
W.Va. tax reform chair in no rush to change tax code
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As the Joint Committee on Tax Reform delves further into the state tax code, the co-chair of the committee said Monday that an “all-encompassing tax redo” is doubtful by the 2016 legislative session. Delegate Eric Nelson, R-Kanawha, said that doesn’t mean there won’t be some tax reform[Read More…]
Beckley council backs off on street basketball ban
BECKLEY, W.Va. — After much public input, Beckley Common Council unanimously decided to remove the proposed basketball ban from its agenda, Mayor Bill O’Brien confirmed Monday. The ordinance called for a ban on basketball hoops and basketball playing on city streets; violators would have faced a $25 fine. O’Brien said[Read More…]
The Associated Press shares 10 things to know Tuesday, June 30
Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Tuesday, June 30, 2015. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers: 1. CRUNCH TIME ARRIVES FOR GREECE With the European[Read More…]
How do you shop for autos? Why do you buy?
Have you seen this Toyota Sequoia Limited? CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va. — Do you use online information when shopping for your automobiles? What makes you buy? The West Virginia Press Services wants to know. With newspaper ads and online services, it’s easy to shop for a vehicle once you’re interested, but the WVPS wants[Read More…]
Fairmont paper names Veasey editor emeritus
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Times West Virginian Publisher Frank Wood announces that the honorary title of editor emeritus has been bestowed to John Veasey. Veasey, who has been with the newspaper and its predecessors for more than 50 years, will continue in his day-to-day role, including writing a daily column, sports[Read More…]
Fairmont raptor center marks first birth in captivity
FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Employees and volunteers at the West Virginia Raptor Rehabilitation Center (WVRRC) recently witnessed something they have never seen before. The WVRRC’s mission is to rehabilitate and release injured and orphaned birds of prey while providing environmental education programs to the public for the benefit of all living[Read More…]
City sales taxes to start in Parkersburg, Vienna
PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Customers will be paying 7 cents on the dollar instead of 6 for taxable items purchased and services rendered in Parkersburg and Vienna starting Wednesday as 1 percent municipal sales taxes go into effect. Both cities were among 16 accepted into West Virginia’s Municipal Home Rule Pilot[Read More…]
Old Upshur County armory now play gun venue
BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — There’s more gunplay at the old armory now than when the military owned it. M2 Bravo Tactical and Hobby LLC has set up West Virginia’s first indoor airsoft field at the old West Virginia National Guard Armory on Route 20 South. The company leased the property from[Read More…]
