By Steven Allen Adams, The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Significant differences in assets and debt can be seen on the most recent financial disclosure reports for Gov. Jim Justice, the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, and former Wheeling mayor Glenn Elliott, the Democratic opponent. Financial disclosure reports[Read More…]
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40 years ago, 2 West Virginians competed for Olympic gold and won
By Bob Hertzel for the Times West Virginian MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — It was August 3 in the Orwellian year of 1984, a time not unlike today, 40 years later, with the world as badly divided and seeking a hero. It was an Olympic year, as it is now. Four years earlier,[Read More…]
Drought decreases yields significantly for local farmers
By Emma Delk, The Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. — While severe drought conditions in Ohio County may improve with light rain predicted this week, local farmers still face a significant decline in crop yields as the fall approaches. Gov. Jim Justice declared a state of emergency in all 55 counties last[Read More…]
Blood tests could improve diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease in primary care settings and reduce diagnosis and treatment wait times
West Virginia Press Association Key Takeaways CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As highly accurate blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease move closer to approved use in physician’s offices, new research suggests that they may revolutionize the accuracy of diagnosis and provide a cleaner, quicker path to diagnosis and treatment, according to data reported at the Alzheimer’s[Read More…]
Rural Development invests $1.7 million to improve access to clean water and reliable sewer systems in Fayette County
More Than 2,500 West Virginians Will Benefit from Investment West Virginia Press Association SCARBRO, W.Va. – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development West Virginia State Director Ryan Thorn has announced that USDA is investing $1.7 million to improve water and wastewater infrastructure for the White Oak Public Service District (PSD)[Read More…]
DoHS hires first statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability Coordinator
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced the hiring of Susan File to serve as the first Statewide Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Coordinator. In this newly established role, File will serve as the central point of contact in West Virginia[Read More…]
Celebrate car culture at the West Virginia HillFest from August 9-11
West Virginia Press Association SNOWSHOE, W.Va. – Get ready for a celebration of car culture at the West Virginia HillFest, taking place from August 9-11, 2024, at the stunning Snowshoe Resort. This three-day event is set to blend thrilling time trials on iconic mountain roads with a vibrant car culture,[Read More…]
WesBanco to merge with Premier Financial, adding 73 branches across four states
By Derek Redd, The Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. — WesBanco on Friday morning announced a merger with Youngstown, Ohio-based Premier Financial Corp., a move that WesBanco officials said will position the company for a bright future. “The proposed merger with Premier brings together two high quality institutions with highly compatible cultures[Read More…]
Food trucks face challenges with state laws, regulations
By Baylee Parsons, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — “Shut it down now.” These are the words Hillbilly Hibachi owner Adam Brown heard being yelled into his food trailer by an unexpected visitor as he was set up in Westmoreland last fall. “We were crazy busy, had been selling for an[Read More…]
West Virginia recovering 60 days after emergency declaration
By Cheryl Keenan, The Fayette Tribune CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia has taken significant steps toward recovery following the April 2-6 severe storms, floods and tornadoes. In the 60 days following the May 22 presidential disaster declaration, the response to help West Virginia’s disaster survivors has been swift and substantial. To date,[Read More…]
