The Morgan Messenger BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — Stumped about how to properly recognize the contributions of Jim Michael to Cacapon State Park and the entire West Virginia State Parks system, state park officials invented a new honorarium and presented it to Michael on April 13. Michael received the first-ever West[Read More…]
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U.S. Senators Capito, Manchin issue statements following passage of national security supplemental package
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a member of the Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, released the following statement on her vote to pass the national security supplemental package: “Our nation is facing the most dangerous global threat level we have seen in decades. Our allies are under attack,[Read More…]
W.Va. National Guard and Irregular Warfare Center sign Memorandum of Understanding
West Virginia Press Association KINGWOOD, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding with the Irregular Warfare Center during a Ridge Runner Irregular Warfare exercise at Camp Dawson, in Kingwood, West Virginia, April 19, 2024. Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, Adjutant General of the West Virginia[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Human Services provides update on completion of Medicaid unwinding
CHARLESTON, W.Va. –The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) has released updated data following the completion of the state’s Medicaid unwinding period. “Completing the Medicaid unwinding process represents a significant milestone for West Virginia’s health care system,” said Cynthia Beane, DoHS Bureau for Medical Services[Read More…]
West Virginia sees first case of measles in 15 years: Here’s what you should know
By Ashley Perham, Charleston Gazette-Mail MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia University Hospitals announced Monday that an adult was diagnosed with measles in Monongalia County. This is the first confirmed case of measles in West Virginia in 15 years. According to a news release, the adult went to an outpatient clinic last[Read More…]
After two decades of seeking funds, Richard Mine Treatment Plant a reality
By Esteban Fernandez, Times West Virginian MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — For decades, the Richard Mine leeched toxic elements and acid into Deckers Creek. The thousands of pounds of drainage seeping out of the mine killed off wildlife who made its home inside the creek’s water and suffused Morgantown with a sulfur[Read More…]
Remembering former Logan Banner sports reporter Teddy Paynter
By Cameron Maynard, The Logan Banner LOGAN COUNTY, W.Va. — Sunday was a sad day for Logan County and the surrounding areas as they lost a phenomenal sports reporter, a Man High School Hall of Famer, and an even better human being. Teddy Paynter, who was a sports reporter at[Read More…]
Volunteer Fire Department in Upshur County (West Virginia) revs up for ‘Ride 2 Survive’ fundraiser
By Noah Jeffries, The Record Delta ELLAMORE, W.Va. — Residents of Upshur County can prepare for a wild ride next month while supporting a good cause. On May 4, the Ellamore Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a “Ride 2 Survive” ATV event to help raise funds for the department.[Read More…]
U.S. Senators Manchin, Capito announce $5 million to upgrade wastewater infrastructure in Davis
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On April 22, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $5,000,000 from the[Read More…]
W.Va. Attorney General announces participation in National Drug Take Back Day
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced his office will take part in this weekend’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day by partnering with law enforcement and substance abuse prevention groups across West Virginia. Representatives from the Attorney General’s Office will assist state,[Read More…]
