The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday approved a major public lands bill that revives a popular conservation program, adds 1.3 million acres of new wilderness, expands several national parks and creates five new national monuments. The measure, the largest public lands bill considered by Congress[Read More…]
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10 things to know: Thursday, February 14
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. BORDER SECURITY SEEMS NEAR A SERENE RESOLUTION Congress is set to resolve its clattering brawl[Read More…]
U.S. Fourth Circuit judges to hear arguments at WVU College of Law
WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — A panel of judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit will convene at the West Virginia University College of Law Feb. 19. The judges will hear arguments in three cases beginning at 9 a.m. and the public is invited to attend.[Read More…]
West Virginia selected for collaboration to update broadband map
By WENDY HOLDREN The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) announced Tuesday that it is collaborating with eight states, including West Virginia, to broaden and update the national broadband availability map. Other states include California, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. David Redl,[Read More…]
Huntington speakers testify at Congressional hearing about climate change
By FRED PACE The Herald-Dispatch HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Two representatives from Huntington shared with Congress Tuesday their views about climate change and West Virginia’s role in the transition happening with energy resources. Investing in the economic revitalization of the communities that have been extraction-based must be front and center in[Read More…]
10 things to know: Wednesday, February 13
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. ‘I CAN’T SAY I’M THRILLED’ Trump says he’s not expecting the government to shut down[Read More…]
Kanawha County Job & Resource Fair set for Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The office of U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin and all sponsors are encouraging everyone to attend Friday The event will be Friday – March 22 – from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. More than 270 employers are expected. See the list[Read More…]
Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce opposes HB 2519 to allow guns on campuses
Release from the Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce: CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce today released the following statement in opposition to HB 2519, which would allow people to carry concealed guns at public colleges and universities in West Virginia: “The Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce advocates[Read More…]
Oglebay to host wedding showcase Feb. 24
Release from Oglebay: WHEELING, W.Va. – Planning a wedding? Oglebay is planning a wedding showcase on Feb. 24. “Join us on Sunday, Feb. 24 from 1 – 3 p.m. in Oglebay’s Banquet View rooms for a one-stop-shop wedding experience that is sure to inspire! See, sample and experience all the[Read More…]