Staff reports The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Business registrations in 2017 in West Virginia increased about 11 percent over the previous year, the West Virginia Secretary of State said on Wednesday. The increase of 10.87 percent compares to 12.10 percent in 2016 over 2015, Secretary of State[Read More…]
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West Virginia University Extension Service urges residents to put safety first when heating homes
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — With frigid temperatures well below normal and not much relief in sight, many West Virginia residents are turning to additional heat sources to help their primary heater keep up with the arctic chill that has dominated early winter. One of the most affordable and common[Read More…]
Officials plan network of hiking, water trails in southern West Virginia connected through Mercer, Summers
By GREG JORDAN Bluefield Daily Telegraph PRINCETON, W.Va. — An almost forgotten railroad could become a big part of a new trail for hikers, bicycle enthusiasts and horseback riders that are interested in exploring the mountains and forests of Mercer and Summers counties. Mercer County Commissioner Bill Archer said that[Read More…]
10 things to know: Monday, January 8
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Jan. 8, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. PRESIDENT’S SUPPORTERS CIRCLE THE WAGONS Trump administration officials and allies are rallying to the president’s[Read More…]
W.Va. journalist Paul Nyden remembered as crusading reporter, loyal friend and mentor, great storyteller
By Ken Ward Jr. The Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Paul J. Nyden, a longtime Charleston Gazette investigative reporter who detailed coal industry abuses and government corruption, died Saturday after a short illness. He was 72. Nyden defended the public’s interests by consistently taking on powerful state businesses and challenging[Read More…]
Editorial: Now is not the time to weaken W.Va. coal miners’ protection
The Times West Virginian of Fairmont: President Donald Trump, during his campaign in 2016 and since taking office, has stated clearly that he backs the coal industry. In the months ahead, we’ll likely find out whether his administration’s concern for the industry also extends to the health and safety of[Read More…]
Editorial: Gov. Justice won’t let West Virginia won’t be caught off guard at corrections facilities
From The Dominion Post of Morgantown: Gov. Jim Justice’s executive order did not escape our notice last week. True, our governor’s knack for speaking and behaving like he’s on a stage often captures our attention. However, he still fails to win much beyond polite applause for his demeanor or his[Read More…]
W.Va. Secretary of State Warner announces start of candidate filings for 2018 primary and general election
From the W.Va. Secretary of State’s office: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Secretary of State Mac Warner says his Office is ready for the 2018 primary and general elections, starting with the January filing period for candidates. On Monday, Jan. 8, candidates planning to run for office in the May primary and November[Read More…]
Opinion: Amazing things await when we invest in West Virginians
By Senator Mitch Carmichael, R-Jackson President of the West Virginia State Senate Would you train and prepare for a marathon, run 25 of the 26.2 miles, and just quit? Well, no. Of course you wouldn’t. That doesn’t make much sense. There would be no incentive to put in all that hard work[Read More…]
Editorial: West Virginia needs to push for accurate Census count
From the Herald-Dispatch of Huntington: West Virginia is one of the most rural states in the country, according to the 2010 Census. About 48 percent of Mountain State residents live in what are considered “urban” clusters, according to population density. That does not just mean the state’s larger cities. Most[Read More…]
