By David Kirk, Times West Virginian MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Fossil fuel states like West Virginia are worried about the advent of clean energy yet U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.V., remains hopeful of the coming opportunities. Thursday and Friday, Manchin is touring several West Virginia sites that produce energy with U.S.[Read More…]
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Activists urge U.S. Senator Capito to invest in West Virginians, support THRIVE Act
By Breanna Francis, The Journal MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Gripping canvas signs and a large, fake check made out to West Virginia families, Working Families Party demonstrators in favor of providing family infrastructure to citizens with the passage of the THRIVE Act demanded to be heard during Thursday evening’s protest outside[Read More…]
West Virginia Governor Justice Calls Special Session for COVID Funding, Surplus Spending
By Steven Allen Adams, The Intelligencer CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With the first half of West Virginia’s allotment of 2021 COVID-19 relief funds in hand and surplus tax dollars burning a hole in the state’s pocket, Gov. Jim Justice is calling a special legislative session next week to make appropriations. Justice[Read More…]
Grant to fund upgrades for Huntington, West Virginia, green space
By McKenna Horsley, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A small green space in Huntington is set to get a big revitalization effort. Gallaher Village Square was recently awarded a grant for various improvements, such as adding electricity and upgrades to a shelter. H&R Block and Nextdoor partnered to award the[Read More…]
Opinion: Assistance for broadband bills now available in West Virginia
By Charlotte Lane, chair West Virginia Public Service Commission Two new realities have become obvious in the past year. Our society has increasingly become much more dependent on internet service than ever before for school, work and shopping. And, due to the pandemic, many people who have never before had[Read More…]
W.Va. state residents get a free ride this West Virginia Day
Hatfield-McCoy Trails to offer free passes Release from Hatfield-McCoy Trails CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s state slogan proudly proclaims: “Mountaineers Are Always Free.” This West Virginia Day Weekend, those words take on a new meaning for riders on the Hatfield-McCoy Trails. West Virginia state residents can ride for free during[Read More…]
West Virginia one of four states recognized for effective early learning support
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) has recognized the West Virginia Department of Education’s Office of Early and Elementary Learning as one of four effective state offices of early learning (SOELs). Released today as part of NIEER’s Effective State Offices of Early Learning study, the WVDE[Read More…]
Kroger to open new Scott Depot store on June 9
Store replaces current Scott Depot location, represents $18 million investment in the community SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va. — Kroger will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Scott Depot store at 101 Great Teays Blvd. on Wednesday, June 9. The store will open at 8 am. The company invested more than $18[Read More…]
Coronavirus Update: West Virginia with 144 new cases, 7 deaths since last update; 41.3% of total population fully vaccinated
WV Press Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the totals from the West Virginia Health and Human Resources website as of 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 3. West Virginia Statistics New cases since last update – 144 Deaths since last update – 7 Total Positive Cases – 162,111 Current Active Cases[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Tourism launches 2021 birthday celebration
Social media users who post their #AlmostHeaven road trip photos will be entered to win one of 50 prizes Release from the West Virginia Department of Tourism CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced the launch of the official celebration for the state’s birthday on June 20, 2021.[Read More…]
