West VIrginia Coal Association Charleston – The West Virginia Coal Association today applauded the announcement by Frontieras North America to construct a flagship $850 million advanced coal reformation facility in Mason County—a project that underscores West Virginia’s position as a national leader in next-generation coal technology and energy innovation. The[Read More…]
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‘A day of service’: Martin Luther King Day celebrations held in Charleston
By Laura BilsonCharleston Gazette-Mail Surrounded by friends and neighbors, Washington Manor residents Terri Singleton and Donna Badger line danced together in the gymnasium they have known most of their lives. “I learned to swim in that swimming pool,” said Singleton, 53, referring to the pool outside the MLK Jr. Community[Read More…]
North Star Child Advocacy Center releases 2025 interview numbers
Staff reportsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG — The North Star Child Advocacy Center (NSCAC) recently released its 2025 preliminary numbers which are showing the number of interviews conducted having gone up over the last year as the center continues its work with children who are the victims of violent[Read More…]
Winter eagle survey finds 30 bald eagles across Southern West Virginia and region
By Greg JordanThe Register-Herald HINTON — Bald eagle sightings across southern West Virginia and into Southwest Virginia, along with the possibility of nests throughout the region, are among the results of an annual wintertime eagle survey. The 21st Winter Eagle Survey was conducted Jan. 10 in the Summers County area.[Read More…]
W.Va. House of Delegates quickly passes bill to help Hancock County Schools
By Steven Allen AdamsFor The Intelligencer CHARLESTON – With the West Virginia Department of Education intervening in Hancock County schools following severe financial discrepancies, the House of Delegates quickly originated and passed a bill providing emergency financial aid to the county. The House passed House Bill 4574, creating a path[Read More…]
University of Charleston announces Provost’s and Dean’s lists for fall 2025
University of Charleston Charleston, WV – The University of Charleston is proud to recognize over 500 outstanding Golden Eagles who achieved academic excellence during the Fall 2025 semester, being named to the Fall 2025 Dean’s or Provost’s lists. Students named to these prestigious lists have demonstrated strong academic performance while[Read More…]
MEDIA ALERT: Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) to host annual meeting
Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia CHARLESTON — The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) will host its 2026 Winter Meeting Jan. 21–22 at the Charleston Marriott Town Center, bringing together natural gas and oil industry leaders, policymakers and professionals from across the state and country. The[Read More…]
Coplin Health Systems Welcomes Dr. Cindy Dugan
From Agency LMC PARKERSBURG – Coplin Health Systems is pleased to welcome Cindy Dugan, M.D., to its behavioral health team. Dugan brings nearly 30 years of experience and a strong commitment to compassionate care as a psychiatrist treating patients of all ages. She will continue to see patients across the[Read More…]
Wheeling comes together to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
By Gage VotaFor The Intelligencer WHEELING — Snow and cold conditions couldn’t stop the community coming together on Sunday afternoon for the annual Interfaith March for Peace and Justice in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The march kicked off at the Windmill atop Wheeling Hill and[Read More…]
Frontieras closes on land in Mason County where $850M plant is planned
By Steven Allen AdamsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON – Nearly four years after it first announced that it was considering Mason County for a plant to turn coal into other products, Gov. Patrick Morrisey Monday said Frontieras North America has closed on property. Morrisey in a press release announced[Read More…]
