By HEATHER ZIEGLER The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register The Wheeling Veterans Center continually assists local men and women who have been in the military service as they transition to civilian life. That can include all types of services and outreach for troops. However, women in the military often face issues not[Read More…]
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Governor’s STEM Institute now accepting applications
By JORDAN NELSON The Register-Herald BECKLEY W.Va. — The Governor’s STEM Institute, a cost-free opportunity for students who are currently in the seventh and eighth grades, is currently taking applications from those interested in the program. The summer residential program will provide academic enrichment in the science, technology, engineering, and math[Read More…]
10 things to know: Thursday, March 8
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Thursday, March 8, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. WHO MIGHT EVADE TARIFF POLICY The White House says Mexico, Canada and other countries may[Read More…]
Around the Rotunda: Legislative, committee schedule for Thursday, March 8
Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Thursday, March 8, 2018 58th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Belle, Kenna and Pinch Elementary Schools, Upper House and Senate Rotundas. SENATE: Senate Convenes at 11 a.m. On the Agenda: RESOLUTIONS SCR 54: Requesting study on effect of new vehicle weights on[Read More…]
2018 WV Girls State Basketball – Wednesday, March 7, photos
For West Virginia teachers, determination in the morning, joy in the afternoon
By MATT COMBS The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Senate Wing of the West Virginia Capitol seemed more like Milan Puskar Stadium after a Mountaineer victory than a legislative hall Tuesday morning. Chants echoed off the stone facades as teachers from around the state shouted cheers in unison. As word gradually[Read More…]
Wheeling sixth-grader gets credit, pen from Gov. Jim Justice
By JOSELYN KING The Intelligencer and Wheeling News-Register WHEELING, W.Va. — A copy of the bill giving West Virginia school employees a 5-percent raise and the pen that signed it are on their way to Triadelphia Middle School sixth-grader Gideon Titus-Glover. Gov. Jim Justice has repeatedly said it was his[Read More…]
Teachers, personnel head back to school; will receive 5 percent pay raise
By MICHAEL ERB The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — State leaders Tuesday announced a deal to end a statewide walkout of teachers and service personnel that has lasted for nine days. Wood County and surrounding counties will resume classes today, ending the walkout which began Feb. 22. Wood County[Read More…]
West Virginia Democrats concerned about potential cuts, but happy with pay raise outcome
By ANDREA LANNOM The Register-Herald CHARLESTON, W.Va. — While some celebrated the passage and signing of a 5 percent pay raise for teachers and all state employees, others expressed concern about what kinds of cuts would come down the line. Senate Minority Leader Roman Prezioso said potential cuts to Medicaid worries[Read More…]
West Virginia’s oil and gas industry eager for co-tenancy law
By JESS MANCINI The Parkersburg News and Sentinel PARKERSBURG — The results should be almost immediate after a bill supported by the oil and gas industry and owner associations becomes law, a trade association officer said on Tuesday. House Bill 4268, the Co-tenancy Modernization and Majority Protection Act passed by[Read More…]
