By Sam GorskiFor WVU, Today WHAT: The West Virginia UniversityHearts of Gold program will hold a graduation ceremony for service dogs and their partnered veterans following the completion of required training. WHO: Hearts of Gold staff, donors, volunteers and veterans WHEN: Saturday,March 28, noon to 2 p.m. WHERE: Natural Resources Center at the WVU Research[Read More…]
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House Judiciary Committee moves deadline to receipt of absentee ballots to Election Day
By Steven Allen AdamsFor The Weirton Daily TImes CHARLESTON — West Virginia law allows a buffer for county election officials to receive absentee ballots through the mail in time for canvassing and counting. But a bill being considered by the Legislature would move that deadline to Election Day, raising concerns[Read More…]
For Groundhog Day, WVU wildlife expert explains folklore and science around America’s favorite four-legged forecaster
From WVU Today A West Virginia University Extension wildlife specialist says Groundhog Day marks an opportunity to celebrate not only the changing of the seasons, but the iconic rodent who decides whether or not to spring Americans from the long months of winter. Sheldon Owen is available to discuss the roots of Groundhog Day in Pennsylvania’s[Read More…]
Morrisey shares vision for ‘West Virginia’s Comeback’ in State of the State address
By Steven Allen AdamsFor The Intelligencer CHARLESTON — With his first year as governor of West Virginia in the rear-view mirror, Patrick Morrisey used his second State of the State address Wednesday night to lay out a vision for doubling down on what he called “West Virginia’s comeback.” Morrisey addressed[Read More…]
Boley announces retirement from W.Va. Senate
By Steven Allen AdamsThe Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON – Nearly 41 years after she was first appointed, Senate President Pro Tempore Donna Boley is stepping aside to focus on her health and to spend more time with her family. In a letter submitted to Senate President Randy Smith Thursday,[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…]
A bucket of missing evidence: Ruling sends WVSP hidden camera case back to mediation
By Ashley Perham, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A Kanawha County judge has ruled that West Virginia’s insurance company could owe up to $1 million per plaintiff in the lawsuits regarding a hidden camera in the locker room of the West Virginia State Police Academy in Institute. The ruling, written[Read More…]
Gov. Justice announces launch of West Virginia Paranormal Trail
CHARLESTON, WV (WVDN) — In celebration of spooky season, Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Tourism announced the launch of a statewide Paranormal Trail, designed to help spook-seekers discover the state’s most spine-chilling sites. An accompanying digital passport allows visitors to check in at haunted locations, earning points and unlocking[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Human Services expands Transitional Living for Vulnerable Youth program
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has announced an expansion of its Transitional Living for Vulnerable Youth (TLVY) program, designed to support West Virginia’s vulnerable youth aged 17 to 21 as they transition from foster care and residential mental health treatment to independent[Read More…]
W.Va. National Guard and Irregular Warfare Center sign Memorandum of Understanding
West Virginia Press Association KINGWOOD, W.Va. – The West Virginia National Guard signed a formal Memorandum of Understanding with the Irregular Warfare Center during a Ridge Runner Irregular Warfare exercise at Camp Dawson, in Kingwood, West Virginia, April 19, 2024. Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, Adjutant General of the West Virginia[Read More…]
