Dorothy Abernathy, The Associated Press bureau chief for West Virginia and Virginia, shares the 10 things you need to know Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items, upcoming events and stories in West Virginia newspapers. 1. TWIST IN COURT-MARTIAL OF ARMY GENERAL The sex[Read More…]
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Keystone Mine, protests raise questions for all
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On Friday, activists opposed to the mountain top removal mine near Kanawha State Forest delivered a petition of more than 4,000 signatures to Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin. Many who signed the petition, as well as those who came out last week to protest the mining, are vehemently[Read More…]
Matoaka works to come back after fire
LASHMEET, W.Va. — Four women — Angie Lusk, Tammy Norris, Ann Bennett and Danielle Pettrey — set up tables in front of the Lashmeet Market Saturday morning and started selling hot-dogs with all the toppings to people traveling up and down Route 10. The ladies made sign that read simply:[Read More…]
W.Va. needs more teachers, unions say
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In 2012, at least 1,850 teachers retired in West Virginia —about 230 more than the state saw in 2008, according to the state Consolidated Public Retirement Board. Those numbers don’t include members of the Teachers Defined Contribution Retirement System, which has a smaller membership than the state’s[Read More…]
WVU’s Milan Puskar Stadium revamp detailed
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Work to the restroom and concession areas and other possible projects, including a Mike Puskar statue and a police processing area are just some of the areas that could see work as part of the renovations planned for WVU’s football stadium. WVU is searching for a construction[Read More…]
Marshall’s Herd unveils new uniforms
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — There will be a bit of a new look to Marshall football as the Thundering Herd takes the field for home games this season. As Marshall players walked out of the Shewey Building for Fan Day festivities, the players donned new green uniforms that have black incorporated[Read More…]
College students need to get smart on finances
An editorial from The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — In the next few weeks, thousands of high school graduates in our region will begin their journey into higher education. Students are naturally worried about harder classes, making new friends and a whole new world of independence. But students and their families[Read More…]
Cabela’s brings big bucks to Wheeling economy
TRIADELPHIA – During the 2003 announcement that Cabela’s would open a store in Ohio County, state and local officials promised it would grow the region’s tax base, provide more than a thousand jobs and reinvigorate the local economy. That store officially opened on Aug. 12, 2004. And over the past[Read More…]
W.Va. State Fair helps carry on family traditions
FAIRLEA, W.Va. — Among the most popular attractions at the State Fair of West Virginia are the livestock barns. It is often family tradition to pass through the barns admiring and often petting the large collection of animals including pigs, goats, sheep, llamas and cows. For those who display[Read More…]
Appalachian stories for film sought in Mingo
WILLIAMSON, W.Va. – Filmmakers Shane Simmons and Jason Barton have teamed up to create a documentary showcasing a more positive side of Appalachia. Simmons spoke with the Daily News on Thursday regarding the project, which aims to give the world a more positive view of Appalachia by relying on[Read More…]