By WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The downward trend for coal production in West Virginia is expected to continue in both the near and extended future, as significant declines in the state’s coal mining will continue to weigh heavily on the industry over the next two decades. The coal production[Read More…]
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State Treasurer’s Office collects $3.7 million in unclaimed life insurance funds
From the office of State Treasurer John Perdue: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – After fighting both court and legislative battles over life insurance companies who balked at turning over unclaimed funds, State Treasurer John Perdue’s office saw such firms surrender $3.7 million in fiscal year 2016 to the Unclaimed Property Division. That number[Read More…]
Actress Jennifer Garner helping with Herbert Hoover High School fundraiser
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Charleston native Jennifer Garner will return to her home state Tuesday, July 19, to host a fundraiser for Herbert Hoover High School. Garner will join W.Va. State Sen. Corey Palumbo, D-Kanawha, who announced the fundraiser, and HHHS principal Mike Kelley. Tickets for the event, which will be held at the University of Charleston,[Read More…]
WVPA seeks silent auction donations for Convention 2016; program benefits scholarships, internships
Regional gifts add flavor to WVPA annual event CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Press Association is seeking support from its member newspapers and all regions of the state for the annual WVPA Foundation silent auction. Funds raised at the silent auction — along with funds from other donations and revenue —[Read More…]
Time to register for WVPA Convention 2016; reserve rooms at Lakeview today
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Registration for the West Virginia Press Association’s 2016 Convention, Aug. 4-6 is open. “West Virginia — Focusing on the Opportunities” is the theme of the WVPA’s 2016 Convention, Aug. 4-6. The WVPA is inviting its 77 member newspapers and guests to Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa in Morgantown[Read More…]
WVONGA: Nicholas ‘Corky’ DeMarco died Thursday
A release from West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association: West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association is sad to announce the sudden death of Executive Director, Nicholas “Corky” DeMarco CHARLESTON, W.Va — Nicholas “Corky” DeMarco, Executive Director of West Virginia Oil and Natural Gas Association (WVONGA), died at[Read More…]
Corky DeMarco dead at 68
PINCH, W.Va. –– A well known figure in the oil and natural gas industry has died. Metro News reports that Nicholas R. “Corky” DeMarco passed away at his home in Pinch Friday morning of an apparent heart attack. DeMarco was 68. Corky DeMarco was the longtime leader of the WVONGA.[Read More…]
WV DOH: Flooding damage to roads tops $45 million
Flooding Damage to Roads Tops $45 Million CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Highways today announced that road damage from recent flooding now totals $46,859,290. More than a dozen contractors have been hired to restore access to communities and repair major routes. WVDOH crews from around the[Read More…]
WVPA Statewide Classifieds Ads for July 10-16
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Here are the West Virginia Press Association Statewide Classified Ads for July 10-16: NOTE: This unique WVPA program places your classified ad in more than 40 newspapers across the state for one discounted price and with one call. Contact your local newspaper or Toni Heady at the WVPA, 304-342-1011, ext. 164,[Read More…]
WV Department of Agriculture providing senior citizens with access to fresh fruit, vegetables
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Agriculture’s Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is providing the state’s senior citizens with access to fresh fruits and vegetables. Eligible senior citizens (at least 60 years of age and meeting income guidelines) can receive vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables. The vouchers can be[Read More…]
