By McKenna Horsley, The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — A small green space in Huntington is set to get a big revitalization effort. Gallaher Village Square was recently awarded a grant for various improvements, such as adding electricity and upgrades to a shelter. H&R Block and Nextdoor partnered to award the[Read More…]
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Opinion: Assistance for broadband bills now available in West Virginia
By Charlotte Lane, chair West Virginia Public Service Commission Two new realities have become obvious in the past year. Our society has increasingly become much more dependent on internet service than ever before for school, work and shopping. And, due to the pandemic, many people who have never before had[Read More…]
W.Va. state residents get a free ride this West Virginia Day
Hatfield-McCoy Trails to offer free passes Release from Hatfield-McCoy Trails CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s state slogan proudly proclaims: “Mountaineers Are Always Free.” This West Virginia Day Weekend, those words take on a new meaning for riders on the Hatfield-McCoy Trails. West Virginia state residents can ride for free during[Read More…]
West Virginia one of four states recognized for effective early learning support
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The National Institute for Early Education Research (NIEER) has recognized the West Virginia Department of Education’s Office of Early and Elementary Learning as one of four effective state offices of early learning (SOELs). Released today as part of NIEER’s Effective State Offices of Early Learning study, the WVDE[Read More…]
Kroger to open new Scott Depot store on June 9
Store replaces current Scott Depot location, represents $18 million investment in the community SCOTT DEPOT, W.Va. — Kroger will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Scott Depot store at 101 Great Teays Blvd. on Wednesday, June 9. The store will open at 8 am. The company invested more than $18[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Tourism launches 2021 birthday celebration
Social media users who post their #AlmostHeaven road trip photos will be entered to win one of 50 prizes Release from the West Virginia Department of Tourism CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced the launch of the official celebration for the state’s birthday on June 20, 2021.[Read More…]
Delegate Ben Queen announces candidacy for West Virginia State Senate
12th Senatorial District includes Harrison, Lewis, Gilmer, Braxton and Clay counties Release from ‘Friends of Ben Queen‘ CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — Delegate Ben Queen is the first candidate to formally announce his candidacy for the 2022 election cycle but he isn’t running for re-election to his position in the WV House of[Read More…]
Justice files lawsuit: West Virginia Governor seeks $421M in damages from Carter Bank & Trust
By Charles Boothe, Bluefield Daily Telegraph CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice, members of his family and several of his businesses have filed a civil action against Carter Bank & Trust, seeking damages of $421 million related, in part, to financing arrangements for outstanding loans. The complaint, filed this week[Read More…]
West Virginia’s new license plate is a change of pace
By John McCoy, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — To say that West Virginia’s newest license plate breaks from tradition would be an understatement. The plate, which became available June 1, features an Eastern box turtle. “The idea was to come with a plate in 2021 that hadn’t been done before,”[Read More…]
Kayak crew breaking West Virginia habits
By Xena Bunton, The Parthenon DANVILLE, W.Va. — The day couldn’t be better as you are flowing down the Little Coal River in Danville, West Virginia. The sun is shining bright on you in the perfect 87-degree temperature, closing your eyes to feel the heat even if you could look at the[Read More…]