WVPA Sharing
Member newspaper- and West Virginia Press Association-generated news articles, series, photos, cartoons. This information is available for sharing and publication by other member newspapers.
West Virginia’s Fleet Management Office unopposed to takeover
By RUSTY MARKS NCWV Media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials with the West Virginia Department of Administration and Fleet Management Office say they are not opposed to a bill that would transfer the office to the control of the Department of Administration. “This bill enhances the reporting and accountability that agencies[Read More…]
High water still trouble for some Mid-Ohio Valley residents
By JANELLE PATTERSON The Parkersburg News and Sentinel MARIETTA, Ohio — Major flooding predicted over the weekend on the Ohio River failed to materialize, but high water on roads and opportunities for service did. Mike Kistner, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Charleston, said the reason Washington County and the Mid-Ohio[Read More…]
Water varieties pour into Berkeley Springs during annual international tasting
By TABITHA The Journal BERKELEY SPRINGS, W.Va. — The 28th Annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting at The Country Inn of Berkeley Springs concluded Saturday evening. Over 100 varieties of water from across the globe competed Saturday to win the competition, which officials say is the world’s largest. The event has had[Read More…]
As net neutrality repeal nears, West Virginia providers say internet won’t change
By MAX GARLAND Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Federal Communications Commission published its repeal of net neutrality rules in the Federal Register on Thursday, meaning the vows of internet service providers in West Virginia to not discriminate against content is one step closer to being put to the test. Once[Read More…]
10 things to know: Monday, February 26
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. SURVIVORS ALLOWED BACK IN FLORIDA SCHOOL TO COLLECT BELONGINGS Students of Stoneman Douglas High School[Read More…]
Reminder: West Virginia Press Association Newspaper Contests Deadline – Advertising and Editorial – is March 9
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Press Association Newspaper Contest Coordinator Dalton Walker is reminding all publishers, editors, advertising directors, and newspaper staff members that the deadline for entries is Friday, March 9, 2018 2018 Advertising Contest Info Packet- 2018 Editorial Contest info Packet- “It’s time for your newspaper’s hard work and creativity[Read More…]
Around the Rotunda: Legislative, committee schedule for Monday, Feb. 26
Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Monday, Feb. 26, 2018 48th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Morgan County Day at the Legislature, Upper House Rotunda; Try This West Virginia, Upper Senate Rotunda and Lower Rotunda. SENATE: Senate Convenes at 11 a.m. On the Agenda: RESOLUTIONS SR[Read More…]
Elkins, WV, native Trevor Kiess named WVU’s 65th Mountaineer Mascot
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – West Virginia University senior and member of the Honors College Trevor Kiess was announced as the next Mountaineer Mascot at tonight’s (Feb. 24) men’s basketball game vs Iowa State. Prior to being named the new Mountaineer mascot, Kiess had the opportunity to wear the buckskins and carry[Read More…]
Gov. Justice to hold three Town Hall meetings at high schools on Monday, Feb. 26
Forums set for Wheeling, Martinsburg and Morgantown CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has scheduled a series of Town Hall Meetings for Monday, February 26, 2018. The three events are open to the public. WHEN AND WHERE: 8:30 A.M. Wheeling Park High School, 1976 Park View Road, Wheeling, WV 26003 11:30 A.M. Spring[Read More…]
