By Craig Howell, The Weirton Daily Times WEIRTON, W.Va. — Trial production is ready to get under way at Form Factory 1. Form Energy, which has been constructing its first high-volume iron-air battery production facility in Weirton for the last year, welcomed invited guests and dignitaries Thursday to celebrate the[Read More…]
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First responders visit WVSOM to learn healthy ways to cope with trauma
West Virginia Press Association LEWISBURG, W.Va. — During a Sept. 11 presentation on the campus of the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM), a husband-and-wife team used a common household situation to illustrate how stress can affect emergency medical technicians, firefighters, law enforcement officers and behavioral health professionals. “Think[Read More…]
Brooke County remains under drought conditions despite rainfall
The Brooke County Review WELLSBURG, W.Va. — Despite some storms in the week and moderating temperatures, Brooke County and all of West Virginia remain under drought conditions. According to the latest Drought Monitor map, Brooke County falls partially in the severe drought classification, the third highest level on the map.[Read More…]
WVU, Ascend WV assist opioid response efforts led by West Virginia First Foundation
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University and Ascend WV — the nation’s premier talent attraction and retention program supported by the WVU Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative — have joined forces to support the fight against the opioid epidemic in West Virginia. The University, along with[Read More…]
Gov. Justice directs West Virginia Fusion Center, Department of Homeland Security, partner agencies to investigate threats of violence to WV schools
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice has directed the West Virginia Fusion Center to act as the central repository for all threats of violence received at more than 45 schools in West Virginia. The Governor also directed state agencies to act in a coordinated manner to diligently[Read More…]
FBI issues statement on recent school threats in West Virginia
By Michael Lemley, The Exponent Telegram CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — West Virginia has seen a swath of recent school threats, prompting responses from school systems and law enforcement agencies, including the FBI. A statement released by the FBI’s Pittsburgh office Wednesday afternoon said the bureau is “aware of recent threats directed[Read More…]
Op-Ed: West Virginia Ranked Last In Fun?
By Stephen Smoot, The Shinnston News & Harrison County Journal SHINNSTON, W.Va. — Last month, Wallet Hub released its yearly ranking of what they consider “fun” states. Once again, West Virginia came in last for “fun.” That assessment, however, counters what other outlets say. National Geographic, for example, in January[Read More…]
Ogden Newspapers set to buy The Dominion Post
By Pam Queen, The Dominion Post MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Ogden Newspapers will purchase The Dominion Post from the Raese family of Morgantown and its West Virginia Newspaper Publishing Co., the two companies announced Wednesday. Ogden CEO Robert Nutting said his family has long valued the work done by The[Read More…]
Allegheny Trail celebrates the big 5-0
By Suzanne Stewart, The Pocahontas Times MARLINTON, W.Va. — What a celebration – 50 years as West Virginia’s longest trail with 311 miles running through six counties, including Pocahontas. The trail was celebrated with activities, educational information and fun at the Green Bank Observatory last weekend. Between mountain biking and hiking[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces launch of “Prepped to Serve Appalachia” through partnership with Chef Paul Smith, WV Health Right, WorkForce West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice announced today the launch of “Prepped To Serve Appalachia,” an accelerated fine dining worker certification program. The initiative is led by West Virginia Health Right in partnership with Chef Paul Smith, the state’s only James Beard Award-winning chef. The program is funded through[Read More…]