WVU Today MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — It could be argued West Virginians in rural communities need more prevalent access to healthcare and medical professionals — winding mountain roads and rivers can make it difficult for many to make appointments and maintain an active relationship with primary-care providers. Many small communities may[Read More…]
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Media Alert: Press Conference: Energy Consumers, Business Leaders to discuss benefits of energy
Release from Consumer Energy Alliance: Charleston, W.V. — Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), a national advocate for energy consumers, will host a press conference TODAY in Charleston, W.V., on September 17th, with key energy consumers and business leaders to discuss the benefits of energy production to West Virginia’s families, small businesses and manufacturers in[Read More…]
10 things to know: Monday, September 17
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Monday, Sept. 17, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. SWOLLEN RIVERS NEAR RECORD LEVELS AS FLORENCE LOOMS Catastrophic flooding from Florence spreads across the[Read More…]
ENDORSEMENT: W.Va. Directors of Senior and Community Services “Senior Power” PAC announce 2018 General Election candidate endorsements
Release from the West Virginia Directors of Senior and Community Services Senior Power PAC: CHARLESTON, W.Va. The West Virginia Directors of Senior and Community Services Senior Power Political Action Committee announced its candidate endorsements for the 2018 general election today. The West Virginia Directors of Senior and Community Services is the association[Read More…]
2018 WV Governor’s Conference on Tourism set for Sept. 18-19 in Morgantown
Industry awards, updates and educational seminars highlight event MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Tourism industry representatives from across West Virginia will gather in Morgantown on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 18-19, for educational seminars and industry updates as part of the 2018 West Virginia Governor’s Conference on Tourism. The agenda includes the 2018 Stars of[Read More…]
West Virginia Department of Education releases first new scorecard for public schools
By JAKE JARVIS NCWV Media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials with the state Department of Education released the first results from a new school accountability system required by the federal government. Just 37 percent of students in public schools met or exceeded the state’s standards for math, while 45 percent met[Read More…]
West Virginia Bishop Bransfield facing harassment allegations
By JESS MANCINI The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — Pope Francis Thursday named an apostolic administrator of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston where Bishop Michael Bransfield is suspected of sexual harassment of adults. Francis appointed Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore and instructed him to conduct an investigation of[Read More…]
Governor halts I-77 construction, offers discount on West Virginia state park accommodations
By WENDY HOLDREN The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As part of the State of Preparedness issued Tuesday, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has directed the West Virginia Department of Transportation to suspend construction work on I-77 Northbound from the state line to Charleston. Additionally, a blanket special hauling authorization exclusively[Read More…]
TIF districts are unseen growth drivers in West Virginia’s cities
By MAX GARLAND Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — They can stretch for miles and often hang around population centers like Charleston, Huntington and Morgantown, but remain unseen — and often unknown — throughout their lifespans, which can last for decades. What they have helped produce in West Virginia, however, can[Read More…]