Event takes place May 14-19 in Charleston CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The City of Charleston and the Charleston Convention & Visitors Bureau has released the routes for the May 14-19 USA Cycling Pro Road National Championships. There are three events within the championships: Time Trials, Criterium and Road Race. All races[Read More…]
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Novelis to close Buckhannon plant
By Brad Johnson, The Inter-Mountain BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — More than 80 workers will be affected by a global company’s announced closure of its Upshur County plant. Novelis ALR Rolled Products announced the planned “total closure” of the plant in a letter to Buckhannon and state officials dated March 15. The letter stated[Read More…]
World War II veteran from Upshur County (West Virginia) prepares to celebrate his 100th birthday
By Noah Jeffries, The Record Delta BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — Not many individuals get to reach their 100th birthday. In Upshur County, a local veteran is getting ready to celebrate this milestone with loved ones from across the country. Max Adams, a World War II veteran, will be celebrating his 100th[Read More…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin statement on final EPA electric vehicle rule
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalizing its rule that sets stringent vehicle tailpipe emission standards. “The federal government has no authority and no right to mandate[Read More…]
Concord to host annual Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Day
West Virginia Press Association ATHENS, W.Va. – Concord University will host the annual Career Fair and Teacher Recruitment Day on Wednesday, April 10, from 10 AM to 2 PM in the Jean & Jerry L. Beasley Student Center. Employers from around the region will be available to speak with students about jobs[Read More…]
W.Va. Attorney General: 8th annual Kids Kick Opioids contest deadline nears
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding schools, students and parents of the upcoming deadline for the office’s 8th Annual Kids Kick Opioids contest—Friday, May 3. The contest provides an opportunity for students to learn about the dangers and deadly consequences of[Read More…]
WVDCR announces Anthony Correctional Center is undergoing major renovations
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WVDCR) has announced that Anthony Correctional Center is undergoing major renovations to improve its facility. The main building is being demolished and rebuilt, with a new vocations building for welding and a new female housing unit[Read More…]
Four WVU faculty members honored with prestigious NSF CAREER awards
West Virginia Press Association MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Studying topics as varied as space science to sustainability, four West Virginia University researchers have been named Faculty Early Career Development Program award winners by the National Science Foundation. The award is considered the most elite from the NSF that supports junior faculty. The 2024 WVU CAREER[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces $1.09 million in matching funds for infrastructure advancements in West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice has announced $1,093,000.00 million in non-federal match funds to Congressionally Directed Spending, enhancing the state’s critical infrastructure and addressing community needs. “These investments demonstrate our dedication to crucial improvements in the state’s infrastructure, and I am proud that we are able to provide[Read More…]
Fight for the future: Stonewall Jackson, St. Joseph’s hospitals square off before West Virginia Intermediate Court
By Matt Harvey, The Exponent Telegram FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Two rural hospitals that are considered critical to their communities are at odds in a West Virginia court case that could impact how new hospitals are built throughout the state for years to come. At issue is whether the board of[Read More…]
