By Greg JordanThe Register-Herald BECKLEY — A substance so lethal that around 50 pounds of it could kill West Virginia’s population seven times over is now listed along with nuclear, biological and chemical weapons as a weapon of mass destruction. This week, President Donald Trump declared that the controlled substance[Read More…]
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West Virginia State Parks Foundation receives grant from Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation
From the West Virginia State Parks Foundation Hurricane, WV: The West Virginia State Parks Foundation has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation to build organizational capacity and awareness of the importance of West Virginia State Parks. “This grant award enables a huge step forward in[Read More…]
Justice fighting federal court ruling he owes $29 million-plus to bond provider
By Mike TonyCharleston Gazette-Mail Sen. Jim Justice, R-W.Va., is fighting a $29 million-plus federal court judgment against him. Justice has appealed a Tennessee federal judge’s ruling that he owes a surety bond provider based in that state over $29 million comprised of unpaid debt and collateral obligations plus prejudgment interest[Read More…]
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Governor promotes state’s winter tourism
By Greg Jordan The Register-Herald GHENT – Skiers and snowboarders drifted down the slopes Monday while West Virginia’s governor encouraged both West Virginians and visitors to enjoy winter vacations in the Mountain State. Speaking at Winterplace Ski Resort in Raleigh County, Gov. Patrick Morrisey urged travelers to make West Virginia[Read More…]
Capito launches bid for third Senate term
By Steven Allen AdamsFor the Intelligencer CHARLESTON – U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito launched her 2026 reelection campaign Monday, seeking her third six-year term in the Senate where she believes her experience places her in the best position to deliver wins for West Virginia. “I feel like I’ve not only[Read More…]
WVU expert offers poinsettia care tips, shares holiday plant history
WVU Today‘ West Virginia University plant expert Sven Verlinden, an associate professor in the WVU Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, says its possible to keep poinsettias healthy and vibrant throughout the holiday season with a few simple tips. Quotes: “You may find that poinsettias can come in different colors other than the[Read More…]
Hope for a bright future, is no myth
By Greg KozeraDirector of Marketing for Shale Crescent USA Last Sunday Lynnda and I attended the Christmas Luncheon at the West Virginia Radio and TV Museum and Hall of Fame at Huntington. One of the presenters mentioned, “One of my claims to fame is, I was there and saw Chuck[Read More…]
Thirst for Trust: Beset by US-highest water violation rate, WV has weaker standards than other states
By Mike TonyCharleston Gazette-Mail Editor’s note: This report was supported by the Pulitzer Center and is part of a Gazette-Mail series on drinking water quality in West Virginia. West Virginia lawmakers took a familiar stance Wednesday. They backed weakening state water quality standards. The West Virginia Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee[Read More…]
West Virginia, Ohio officials urge caution after weekend snowfall
Staff reportsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG – Everyone is being advised to be prepared for the effects of winter weather following heavy snow over the weekend. In West Virginia, the governor Saturday declared a state of preparedness because of the weather. The declaration is in effect until Thursday for[Read More…]
