By Mike TonyCharleston Gazette-Mail Public outcry over West Virginia political leaders’ pursuit of data center development has reached a fever pitch in recent months, with residents protesting and filing legal challenges against expected data center projects in Mason, Mingo and Tucker counties. But state lawmakers are ramping up their data[Read More…]
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For Groundhog Day, WVU wildlife expert explains folklore and science around America’s favorite four-legged forecaster
From WVU Today A West Virginia University Extension wildlife specialist says Groundhog Day marks an opportunity to celebrate not only the changing of the seasons, but the iconic rodent who decides whether or not to spring Americans from the long months of winter. Sheldon Owen is available to discuss the roots of Groundhog Day in Pennsylvania’s[Read More…]
Op-Ed: West Virginians demand an end to excessive swipe fees
By Del. Patrick Lucas Prices continue to rise on everything from food to electricity, putting enormous strain on families who have sought relief over the last few years. With many Americans tightening their purse strings, Congress must act soon to alleviate costs. One solution lies in creating a competitive payments[Read More…]
Column: Adapt to Strengths
By Greg Kozera Director of Marketing for Shale Crescent USA In 2024, our high school soccer team started the season with only one win in our first seven games. We won our last 7 games out-scoring opponents 31-1 and won the 2024 West Virginia Boys State AA-A Championship. After the first[Read More…]
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Remembering Christa: McAuliffe colleague reflects on 40th anniversary of Challenger disaster
By Rick SteelhammerCharleston Gazette-Mail Forty years ago this week, after spending five days at Cape Canaveral and enduring three aborted launch attempts of the Space Shuttle Challenger while waiting to see fellow Teacher in Space candidate Christa McAuliffe begin a six-day mission in space, Melanie Vickers decided it was time[Read More…]
West Virginia House passed six bills Tuesday, including human smuggling bill
By Steven Allen AdamsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON — The West Virginia House of Delegates was back to work Tuesday after an abbreviated floor session Monday due to Winter Storm Fern and delay Tuesday due to near-zero temperatures, passing six bills, including a bill dealing with smuggling of undocumented[Read More…]
American Lung Association flunks West Virginia in annual tobacco control report
By Shelley HansonThe Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register WHEELING — More funding for education to prevent tobacco use in children and adults is needed in the Mountain State, according to the 2026 American Lung Association State of Tobacco Control Report. The report released today gives West Virginia bad grades in five[Read More…]
Former House Delegate Guy Ward appointed to fill seat vacated by Del. Mike DeVault
By Esteban FernandezTimes West Virginian CHARLESTON — Gov. Patrick Morrisey filled two vacancies in the West Virginia Legislature Tuesday, including the District 74 House seat that serves Marion County. Morrisey appointed former House Delegate Guy Ward to fill Mike DeVault’s seat. On Jan. 12, DeVault announced his resignation due to health concerns. “Guy Ward[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU Day at the Legislature to showcase statewide outreach, opportunities
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University and WVU Extension will host WVU Day at the Legislature, highlighting the University’s premier academic programs, resources and events through engaging, interactive exhibits, and providing chances to make connections with legislators, staffers, youth and other visitors. WHO: WVU President Michael T. Benson, WVU Division for Land-Grant Engagement Associate Vice President and[Read More…]
