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10 things to know: Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019
Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. STAKES HIGH IN ‘BREXIT ELECTION’ U.K. voters are deciding who they want to resolve the stalemate over the divorce deal with the EU in an election seen as one of the most important[Read More…]
West Virginia Commerce Secretary says U.S. tariffs hurting some W.Va. exports
By Phil Kabler, Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — On a day celebrating West Virginia businesses that have opened new export markets, state Commerce Secretary Ed Gaunch conceded that Trump administration trade policies are presenting challenges for some state businesses. “As I have traveled around the state on the listening tour; I[Read More…]
WVU Brownfields grants to breathe new life into abandoned properties across West Virginia
Release from WVU Today: MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — From an old train depot to empty buildings dotting a town square, the West Virginia Brownfields Assistance Center at West Virginia University hopes to revive communities through its latest string of redevelopment grants. Nine West Virginia communities will each benefit from a $5,000 grant award, made possible by[Read More…]
U.S. Congresswoman Miller announces $1.2 Million grant for Head Start programs in W.Va.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) announced today a grant of $1,285,033 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to the Raleigh County Community Action Association, Inc. for the administration of the Head Start Programs. “Our children are our future and we must ensure all of our children[Read More…]
Media Advisory: Wheeling area students to learn about manufacturing
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Manufacturers Association Educational Fund (WVMAEF) will be teaching local students about manufacturing on Friday, Dec. 13, at West Virginia Northern Community College in downtown Wheeling. WVMAEF Director Monica Cross, who is presenting the Fund’s Explore the New Manufacturing Program to students all over West[Read More…]
West Virginia fall turkey hunters harvest 1,113 birds
SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia turkey hunters harvested 1,113 birds during the fall season, according to preliminary figures provided by the Division of Natural Resources. “As reported in the 2019 West Virginia Mast Survey and Hunter Outlook, this year’s wild turkey brood observations were down slightly from last year,[Read More…]
Poll shows West Virginia voters remain supportive of Trump
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A majority of West Virginia voters believe there is not enough evidence to support the impeachment of President Donald Trump despite the ongoing hearings in the U.S. House of Representatives, according to the latest edition of the MetroNews West Virginia Poll. They also remain very supportive of[Read More…]
10 things to know: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019
Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. WHAT’S NEXT IN IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY Voting on two articles of impeachment against President Trump is expected in a matter of days by the Judiciary Committee and by Christmas in the full House. 2.[Read More…]