From The Register-Herald of Beckley: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Jurors returned a split verdict in the trial of former Massey CEO Don Blankenship Thursday. Blankenship was found guilty of conspiracy to violate mine safety standards, not guilty of security fraud and not guilty of making false statements. Watch for more at http://www.register-herald.com[Read More…]
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No child safe from abduction attempts
By Theresa Marthey Preston County News & Journal KINGWOOD, W.Va. — The attempted abduction of two young girls in Morgantown earlier this month has affected parents everywhere, but none more than Kingwood Police Chief Todd Nestor.“Unfortunately, one of the girls who was approached was my daughter in Morgantown,” Nestor said. “So this really hits too close[Read More…]
Cole’s ‘Get West Virginia Moving’ tour in Wyoming County today
MEDIA ADVISORY – Doddridge, Ohio and Wyoming counties CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia Senate President Bill Cole is in Doddridge County today, with stops in Ohio and Wyoming counties this week as part of his Get West Virginia Moving tour. Since announcing his candidacy on June 2, 2015, Bill Cole[Read More…]
Kessler campaign visiting Wyoming County Dec. 7
MEDIA ADVISORY PINEVILLE, W.Va. — Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Jeff Kessler will be in Wyoming County Dec. 7 for a Meet & Greet with local residents. Senator Kessler will take questions from attendees and looks forward to hearing about the concerns and issues relevant to Wyoming County. The event is open to the[Read More…]
WV Trucking Association shares eight safe driving tips for the upcoming holiday
Safety should be priority for motorists during Thanksgiving travels Charleston, W.Va. (November 24, 2015) – Today, the West Virginia Trucking Association (WVTA), offers safe driving trips for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday travel period. With an expected 47 million motorists taking to the roads over the next few days, safety and awareness are the highest[Read More…]
Gov. Tomblin encourages West Virginians to shop small this holiday season
Small businesses across the state to participate in Small Business Saturday CHARLESTON, W.Va. (November 25, 2015) – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin is asking holiday shoppers to add something extra to their lists this year – Small Business Saturday. The nationwide event takes place on November 28 and is a great way[Read More…]
Sen. and Mrs. Manchin serving Thanksgiving dinner at shelters
Manchins continuing tradition by serving dinners at Tiskelwah Center, Union Mission Crossroads Shelter WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin and his wife, Gayle, will continue their longtime Thanksgiving tradition of serving meals at the Tiskelwah Center and the Union Mission Crossroads Shelter. “My parents taught me at an[Read More…]
WV Hub seeking new executive director
The WV Hub seeks spearhead to lead West Virginia to a bright future FAIRMONT, W.Va. — The Hub is a special organization. And it will take a special person to lead it. Leadership that The Hub hopes will have a profound impact on the state of West Virginia for decades to come. Kent Spellman is[Read More…]
Journalists invited to apply for science immersion fellowship
Metcalfe Institute’s 2016 Science Immersion Fellowship offers science knowledge and investigative reporting tools to report new environmental stories through hands-on workshop Do you have the science background, sources, and investigative tools needed to dig into environmental stories and advance your career? Do you want to recharge your battery, gain new[Read More…]
Gov. Tomblin Column: W.Va. committed to combatting substance abuse
Since becoming governor, I’ve made helping those struggling with substance abuse one of my top priorities, and I’m proud of the progress we are making in this difficult fight. A few weeks ago, we were privileged to welcome President Obama and Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell – a[Read More…]