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…]
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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…]
U.S. Sen. Manchin announces $13.1 million to strengthen healthcare services, tobacco research in W.Va.
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On April 22, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced $13,190,623 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This funding will strengthen healthcare services in Cabell, Calhoun, Hardy, and Kanawha counties and support health and[Read More…]
Contractors Association of West Virginia releases legislative endorsements for 2024 primary election
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Highway-Utility-Building Political Action Committee (HUB PAC) has announced its legislative endorsements for the May 14, 2024 primary election. HUB PAC is the official committee of the Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV). Founded in 1923, CAWV is the statewide trade association representing the needs of all[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: W.Va. Guard Future Leaders Program to hold FLP South Schools Competition (Apr. 24)
West Virginia Press Association ELEANOR, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard’s Future Leaders Program will hold their annual FLP South schools competition at the Eleanor Armed Forces Reserve Center, 111 Army Navy Drive in Red House, West Virginia, Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each[Read More…]
U.S. Senate designates April 15-21 as National Osteopathic Medicine Week
CHARLESTON, W.VA.— U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Shelley Moore Capito, (R-WV), Roger Wicker (R-MS), Martin Heinrich (D-NM) and Jim Risch (R-ID) last week reintroduced a bipartisan resolution designating April 15-21, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week. The bipartisan resolution recognizes the service and dedication of Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) and schools of[Read More…]