By Allen Hamrick, Clay County Free Press CLAY, W.Va. — What is a brambleberry? Brambleberies, as they were once called and in some circles still are, are the berries that grow on thorn laden, bee biting, snake infested brush along roadsides and edges of the woods. These areas are sometimes called[Read More…]
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Alzheimer’s Association welcomes U.S. FDA Approval of Kisunla (Donanemab)
West Virginia Press Association CHICAGO, IL — The Alzheimer’s Association celebrates the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) action on July 2 to approve Kisunla™ (donanemab, Eli Lilly) for the treatment of people living with early symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease, which includes mild cognitive impairment and the mild dementia stage of Alzheimer’s disease, with[Read More…]
Ryan Browning appointed to 28th District in House of Delegates
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Ryan Browning to the West Virginia House of Delegates for the 28th District which represents Wayne County. Browning fills the vacancy left by the resignation of Mark Ross and will serve the remainder of the unexpired term.
U.S. Senator Manchin wishes West Virginians a Happy Independence Day
West Virginia Press Association “Independence Day is a time for us all to put aside our differences and come together as Americans to celebrate our great nation. On this day, we remember the brave heroes who were willing to take up arms, fight for our freedoms and create this great country[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Capito’s bill to address Parkinson’s Disease signed into law
The Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act is the first-ever legislation solely devoted to ending Parkinson’s disease. West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On July 2, the Dr. Emmanuel Bilirakis and Honorable Jennifer Wexton National Plan to End Parkinson’s Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.)[Read More…]
Todd Kirby appointed as Circuit Judge of the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court serving Raleigh County
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On July 2, Gov. Jim Justice announced that he has appointed Todd Kirby to the Tenth Judicial Circuit Court serving Raleigh County. He fills the seat vacated by Judge Robert Burnside’s retirement. Kirby received degrees in Political Science and International Studies from Marshall University.[Read More…]
West Virginia Gov. Justice to back additional income tax reduction during special session
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The members of the West Virginia Legislature will be asked to enact an additional reduction to the state’s personal income tax during a special session later this year, Gov. Jim Justice said Monday. Speaking during an event to celebrate the end[Read More…]
Capito tours Form Energy during stop in Weirton
By Craig Howell, The Weirton Daily Times WEIRTON, W.Va. — U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito is astounded by the changes seen in north Weirton in the last few years Capito, R-W.Va., was in the city Monday to visit Form Factory 1, receiving a tour and update on development of the[Read More…]
Berkeley Medical Center reopens two operating rooms damaged by flood waters
By Toni Milbourne, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Officials with WVU Medicine confirmed that Berkeley Medical Center will come off surgical and trauma diversion and reopen two of its operating rooms. The medical center closed all 10 of its operating rooms following flooding over Memorial Day weekend. The flooding, according[Read More…]
Beckley has new mayor, new council, new form of government
By Josephine E. Moore, The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Beckley Mayor Ryan Neal said Monday marked a fresh start for the city. The day brought several changes for Beckley, including a new mayor, four new council members and a new form of government. “This is a fresh start,” Neal said.[Read More…]
