By Greg JordanThe Register-Herald BECKLEY — A blizzard in parts of Greenbrier County and frigid weekend temperatures for the entire region were among the forecasts coming Tuesday from the National Weather Service’s offices in West Virginia. A blizzard warning was issued around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday for western Greenbrier County. Between[Read More…]
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Opinion: Keep the lights on, keep West Virginia strong
By Chris HamiltonPresidentWest Virginia Coal Association This week, Public Service Commission Chair Charlotte Lane provided clarity on an issue that has generated unnecessary speculation: West Virginia has no plans to shut down its coal-fired power plants. As she stated directly, no utility has filed any request to close any plant, and the[Read More…]
Opinion: Look back, then move forward
By Greg KozeraDirector of Marketing for Shale Crescent USA Approaching the end of the year, is a good time to look back at the current year. We know what we think our values are and what is important. The real measure is how we actually spent our time and money.[Read More…]
Opinion: The social side of online school
From West Virginia Virtual Academy Picture a student navigating across campus. They slide into a booth in the cafeteria and chat with friends. Later, they stop by the library to choose one of the monthly titles before joining a lively book club discussion. Eventually, they sit at their desk—decorated to[Read More…]
PSC sets public comment hearing on WV American Water double-digit rate hike request
By Mike TonyCharleston Gazette-Mail The West Virginia Public Service Commission has scheduled a public comment hearing on a West Virginia American Water double-digit rate increase proposal panned by rate-payer advocates — after the PSC’s chairman signaled support for raising custom-er bills during another hearing last week. West Virginia American Water[Read More…]
Winter weather poses increased risks for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias
West Virginia Daily News CHARLESTON — As winter continues, colder temperatures, snow, ice and early nightfall can pose serious risks for the 38,100 individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in West Virginia. For their 65,000 unpaid caregivers, the season brings added stress and challenges in ensuring their loved ones[Read More…]
WVU fire safety expert suggests giving gift of safety this holiday season
WVU Today Holiday gift givers should consider practicality this holiday season, according to a West Virginia University fire safety expert who is suggesting several safety-related gifts that will keep your loved ones safe throughout the year. If you want a gift designed to protect someone from harm, Mark Lambert, director of the WVU Extension Fire Service, is offering[Read More…]
West Virginia lawmakers briefed on approved changes to PEIA coverage
By Steven Allen AdamsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON — The finance board for West Virginia’s Public Employee Insurance Agency recently approved slight premium increases and other fee hikes for the state’s health coverage program beginning in July, though lawmakers had questions about possible changes. The Joint Standing Committee on[Read More…]
White honored at 36th Annual Spirit of Beckley celebration
By Greg JordanBeckley Register-Herald BECKLEY — Generosity serving thousands of the region’s children and a person who demonstrates the spirit of giving and community service while expecting nothing in return were demonstrated Monday evening by the Spirit of Beckley. The Spirit of Beckley campaign got underway Nov. 4 with a[Read More…]
MEDIA ADVISORY: WVU president tour stops in Nicholas County rescheduled due to weather
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University President Michael T. Benson will take his “Welcome Home Tour” of the Mountain State to Nicholas County on Monday, Dec. 15. Events previously scheduled for Dec. 8 were canceled due to weather. WHO: President Benson, Summersville Mayor Robert Shafer and other local and community leaders, University alumni and[Read More…]
