Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The opinions are flying from West Virginia politicians — both Democrat and Republican — to the stunning news that President Joe Biden is withdrawing for the 2024 presidential race, and to the possibility of Vice President Kamala Harris taking his place as the Democratic nominee[Read More…]
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Cleveland-Cliffs says Weirton site will become state-of-the-art electrical transformer production plant
The Weirton Daily Times WEIRTON, W.Va. — Cleveland-Cliffs will transform its assets in Weirton into a electrical transformer production plant, jump-starting the region’s economy and providing a charge to an area that has been one of the world’s largest steel producers for generations. The company made the announcement early Monday[Read More…]
The Health Plan opens scholarship program to West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine students
By Gage Vota for The Intelligencer WHEELING, W.Va. — The Health Plan and West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine announced the school’s inclusion in The Health Plan Scholarship Program on Friday. Since its creation in 2009, the scholarship program has provided over $43 million in scholarships to more than 50[Read More…]
Convention and visitors bureaus work to emphasize year-round visitation in West Virginia counties with ski resorts
By Damian Phillips, The Exponent Telegram CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Rain, snow or sunshine: No matter. Ski resort towns in West Virginia bustle during the winter season, but a new wave of four-season tourism has invigorated these locales with increased occupancy year-round. Some ski resort towns welcome the bulk of their[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin applauds reopening of Weirton’s Cleveland-Cliffs site as distribution transformers facility
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) applauded Cleveland-Cliffs’ announcement to redevelop its Weirton, West Virginia facility into a manufacturing site for distribution transformers. The new facility will use existing building assets and infrastructure, reinvigorating a strong workforce of United Steelworkers who have faced[Read More…]
Battle Days 250th celebration to include art show in Point Pleasant, West Virginia
By Chad Vaughn, River Cities Tribune & Register POINT PLEASANT, W.Va. — The Battle Days celebration will return to Point Pleasant in October, but this year’s event will be much grander. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Point Pleasant, which Battle Days commemorates. Among the attractions[Read More…]
Water Days presented by Quantum Party Rentals and Salango Law returns to Laidley Field
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Get ready for the splash of the summer! Quantum Party Rentals is excited to announce the return of Water Days at Laidley Field, featuring the Mega Inflatable Carnival. This highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, July 20th, from 10:00 AM to[Read More…]
Orphaned osprey returned to the wild in Gauley Bridge
By Rick Barbero, The Register-Herald GAULEY BRIDGE, W.Va. — A young osprey discovered by an area photographer has gotten a second chance in the wild after its mother was found to be dead in the nest in Gauley Bridge. Photographer Kim Ayers notified Three Rivers Avian Center (TRAC) on June[Read More…]
Plan to privatize John Manchin Sr. Health Care Center unifies Marion County state legislative delegation
By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The planned privatization of the state’s four long term care facilities appalled members of the Marion County legislative delegation. The Department of Health Facilities announced on July 12 it plans to sell and transfer the license of the state’s four long[Read More…]
Editorial: Kenney Grant worked and learned his way to success
The Herald-Dispatch Kenney Grant, the founder of the Gino’s chain of restaurants, died this week. His passing was a reminder of a generation of Huntington-area entrepreneurs who succeeded through determination and self-education. It’s also a reminder of the need for such people today. As noted by HD Media regional business[Read More…]
