West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The city of Charleston is hosting the USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships – a series of bicycle races and time trials – from Tuesday, May 14, 2024, through Sunday, May 19, 2024, within city limits. The championships will require several closures on interstate ramps,[Read More…]
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Marshall University ALS Clinic named first ALS Association Recognized Treatment Center in West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association HUNTINGTON, W.Va. – The Marshall University Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Clinic, jointly operated by Marshall Health Network and Marshall University, has been named the first ALS Association Recognized Treatment Center in West Virginia. “This prestigious designation underscores our commitment to providing exceptional care and support to individuals and families affected by[Read More…]
West Virginia joins suit aimed at overturning EPA power plant rules
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia has joined a group of other states in a lawsuit aimed at overturning the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recently released power plant regulations, according to a press release. The 25-state suit asks the U.S. Court of Appeals for the[Read More…]
Senate Democratic candidate files late financial disclosure, sparks class struggle debate
By Mike Tony, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A candidate on the Democratic ballot for an open U.S. Senate seat has filed an overdue financial disclosure report days before the election, sparking a class-based contrast between him and an opponent in the race. Community organizer Zachary Shrewsbury of Princeton reported[Read More…]
McDowell County teacher is now a finalist in America’s Favorite Teacher contest
By Greg Jordan, Bluefield Daily Telegraph WELCH, W.Va. — A teacher who has spent the last 40 years practicing her profession at a McDowell County school is now in the running for a trip to Hawaii, $25,000 and the right to be called America’s Favorite Teacher. Cathy Jack, a special[Read More…]
Berkeley County approves creation of new park at Stone Bridge
By Tom Markland, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. – A new park is in the works for residents of Berkeley County, as the County Commission unanimously approved an agreement that would allow for the park’s creation at the Stone Bridge public access site along the Opequon Creek, just East of Martinsburg.[Read More…]
Taxation plan for a development proposed by Nucor Steel OKed by Hancock County commissioners
By Craig Howell, The Weirton Daily Times NEW CUMBERLAND, W.Va. — An agreement approved by Hancock County commissioners Thursday would set up a taxation plan for a development proposed by Nucor Steel in the county. By a vote of 2-1, commissioners approved the Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreement with[Read More…]
DoHS’s Bureau for Family Assistance to host Child Care and Development Block Grant public hearing
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), Division of Early Care and Education will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Child Care and Development Block Grant State Plan for Federal Fiscal Years (FFY) 2025 to 2027. “Every child deserves a[Read More…]
Applications for 10th Judicial Court Circuit vacancy now available
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is currently receiving applications to fill the judicial court vacancy by the resignation of Judge Robert A. Burnside, Jr. in the 10th Judicial Circuit serving Raleigh County. Candidates must submit their completed applications and letters of recommendation or comment no later than 5:00 p.m. on[Read More…]
West Virginia Gov. Justice says he will make decision on issuing special session call early next week
By Charles Young, The Exponent Telegram CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice said he will make a determination early next week on when to issue a call for a special session of the Legislature. Lawmakers and the governor have been discussing holding a special session since before this year’s regular[Read More…]
