March 11-17, 2018: The annual nationwide celebration of access to public information By Jim Zachary CNHI Deputy National Editor Editor, The Valdosta Daily Times Open government is not a political platform. It is a basic American right. The political landscape is more polarized than ever and there seems to be little[Read More…]
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Around the Rotunda: Legislative, committee schedule for Friday, March 9
Watch WV Legislature Live each day at http://www.legis.state.wv.us/live.cfm Friday, March 9, 2018 59th Day of the Legislative Session Rotunda and social activities: Today – AARP, Upper House + Upper Senate Rotunda; March 10 – Eastern Star Hot Dog Sale, Upper House Rotunda. SENATE: Senate Convenes at 10 a.m. On the Agenda: RESOLUTIONS SCR 64:[Read More…]
10 things to know: Friday, March 9
The regional bureau of The Associated Press, shares 10 things you need to know Friday, March 9, 2018. Look for full stories on these late-breaking news items and much more in West Virginia newspapers. 1. ROAD TO TRUMP-KIM SUMMIT FAR FROM SPRINGTIME STROLL Exaggerated expectations, a lack of preliminary lower-level[Read More…]
After nine days away, students and teachers resume classes in West Virginia
By KAITLYN NEFF Times West Virginian FAIRMONT, W.Va. — Marion County School principals reflect on the first day back to classes after the nine-day, statewide work stoppage. The work stoppage ended on Tuesday after the West Virginia State Legislature passed a 5 percent pay raise to all state employees signed by[Read More…]
WV Senate Government Organization Committee Bill debates broadband bill
By Jim Workman West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Improving broadband internet access in West Virginia remains a concern in the state and a frustration in the Legislature House Bill 4629 “relating to broadband enhancement and expansion policies” passed through the Senate Government Organization Committee on Wednesday morning at[Read More…]
Sugar Grove in Pendleton County to become treatment facility
By ERIN BECK Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The former U.S. Navy base at Sugar Grove, in Pendleton County, will become a 95-bed substance abuse treatment facility, health providers announced Wednesday. West Virginia, which has the highest overdose death rate in the country, currently has just 107 substance abuse treatment beds,[Read More…]
Female veterans invited to screen ‘Women of War’ film in Wheeling
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…]
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…]
