West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Local news matters, and so do the people who make it happen. On November 7, the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation will host the Narrative Change Collaborative Gathering, a statewide event focused on the next chapter of local journalism in West Virginia. With speakers[Read More…]
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Swing Into Fall With West Virginia’s Three New Almost Heaven Swings
Visitors encouraged to share autumn photos using #AlmostHeaven CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Department of Tourism’s signature Almost Heaven swings can now be found in Calhoun, Ritchie and Wetzel counties, bringing the total number of these scenic photo-ops to nearly 50. Installed in perfect timing to offer stunning fall[Read More…]
WVU President Benson to deliver first State of the University address
WVU Today WHAT: West Virginia University State of the University address WHO: President Michael T. Benson will discuss his vision for the University’s future, which is being crafted with input from across the WVU System, during his first State of the University address WHEN: Monday, Oct. 13, 3 p.m. WHERE: WVU College of Law, Fitzsimmons Event Hall,[Read More…]
OPINION: Standing Up for West Virginians, Protecting Coal and Holding Utilities Accountable
By Brian Helton, WV State Senator West Virginia has long powered America. Our coal-fired plants remain the backbone of reliable electricity, keeping costs stable and supporting thousands of jobs. This past legislative session, I sponsored the Coal Renaissance Act to strengthen our energy future and protect jobs. Now, Senator Rollan Roberts and[Read More…]
Governor Appoints Gregory Watt to West Virginia House of Delegates
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On Oct. 3, Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the appointment of Gregory A. Watt of Hacker Valley to represent the 48th District in the West Virginia House of Delegates. Watt is a retired U.S. Army officer with 28 years of active duty service and more than 16 years in[Read More…]
GO-WV Welcomes Rebecca McPhail as President-Elect, Joining Charlie Burd in Co-Leadership Role
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) announced that Rebecca McPhail has been selected as president-elect of the association. McPhail will serve alongside current president Charlie Burd in a co-leadership role to ensure a smooth transition before Burd’s planned retirement next year.[Read More…]
Governor Morrisey Announces at Least Six Percent Rate Increase for Home and Community-based Service Providers
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. – On Oct. 3, Governor Patrick Morrisey and the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS), announced new rate increases for home and community‑based services providers. This increase continues ongoing efforts to strengthen critical services for some of the state’s[Read More…]
Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission Accepting Applications to Fill Vacancy in the 6th Judicial Circuit
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission (JVAC) is currently receiving applications to fill the judicial circuit court vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Paul T. Farrell in the 6th Judicial Circuit serving Cabell County. All applicants for a judicial vacancy in a West Virginia Judicial Circuit shall complete[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces 2025 Almost Heaven Achievement Award Winners
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — This year’s Almost Heaven Achievement Award winners were recognized Wednesday evening during the 2025 Governor’s Conference for Tourism at the Morgantown Marriott at Waterfront Place. The annual Almost Heaven Achievement Awards are an opportunity for the West Virginia Department of Tourism to recognize industry[Read More…]
GO-WV Applauds FirstEnergy’s Plan for New Natural Gas Power Generation in West Virginia
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Gas and Oil Association of West Virginia (GO-WV) praised FirstEnergy’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), filed on Oct. 1 with the West Virginia Public Service Commission, which includes the company’s proposal to build 1.2 GW of new natural gas-fired power generation in the state. FirstEnergy’s[Read More…]
