By CONOR GRIFFITH NCWV Media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Natural gas prices recently hit their highest level in years, but the winter going forward will determine whether prices remain high and how that might affect West Virginia’s energy industries. According to a recent report by Investor’s Business Daily, the cost of[Read More…]
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Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday continue kickoff of the season of giving
By JORDAN NELSON The Register-Herald BECKLEY, W.Va. — Black Friday is over. Small Business Saturday is over. Now, it’s time for those who enjoy shopping from their own home. Cyber Monday is now upon us. Whether it’s curling up on your couch with your laptop while watching your favorite movie,[Read More…]
10 things to know: Monday, November 26
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Nov. 26, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. FIRST GENE-EDITED BABIES CLAIMED IN CHINA A Chinese researcher claims that he helped make the[Read More…]
Opinion: W.Va. Attorney General Morrisey offers tips for safe Black Friday shopping
From the Officer of the West Virginia Attorney: CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urges consumers to be cautious as the holiday shopping season begins with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. “It is important for consumers to stay vigilant as the holiday shopping season kicks off,” Attorney General[Read More…]
West Virginia to see 36 new delegates claim legislative seats in January
By Jake Zuckerman The Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — There’s a blind pastor, a 19-year-old undergrad, an openly gay teacher, an environmental scientist, a volunteer firefighter, medical professionals, veterans of the armed forces and more. Thirty-six new members of the House of Delegates will take seats in front of shiny,[Read More…]
Editorial: Pick judicial experience and Tabit for W.Va. Supreme Court
From The Register-Herald of Beckley: In the weeks ahead, as Gov. Jim Justice weighs the qualifications of nominees to fill the Supreme Court of Appeals vacancy left by the resignation of Allen Loughry, we hope he steers clear of appointing yet another politician – as he did twice in his[Read More…]
Flu shots recommended in season of W.Va. holiday travel, gatherings
By JoAnn Snoderly The Exponent Telegram of Clarksburg CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — As families, friends and co-workers gather for holiday gatherings and feasts, they may end up spreading influenza in addition to fun and great food, according to health-care providers. An uptick in influenza cases is likely as individuals travel and[Read More…]
U.S. Rep. McKinley: JSW Steel operation at former Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel plant expected to re-fire by month’s end
By MATT SAXTON City Editor The Intelligencer of Wheeling WHEELING, W.Va. — JSW Steel is expected to refire the electric arc furnace of the former Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Corp. mill in Mingo Junction by the end of the month. U.S. Rep. David McKinley, R-W.Va., made the announcement to Wheeling Rotary Club[Read More…]
Editorial: W.Va. should curb settlements in BRIM lawsuits
From The Intelligencer of Wheeling: Was West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner acting illegally when he fired and replaced 16 employees in his agency, not long after taking office in January 2017? It is a question to which Mountain State residents deserve an answer — but we may never[Read More…]