Additional deer stamp must be purchased prior to season West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced today that the state’s muzzleloader deer hunting season will run from Dec. 16–22 and reminded hunters to purchase an RM or RRM stamp before the season[Read More…]
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Manchin delivers final speech on Senate floor
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – On Dec. 3, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) delivered his final speech as a United States Senator on the U.S. Senate floor. A video of Senator Manchin’s floor speech can be found here. Senator Manchin’s remarks as prepared are available below: My friends and colleagues,[Read More…]
Expert pitch: WVU researchers share benefits of real Christmas trees, tips for care
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — In this bustling holiday season, West Virginia University experts are explaining the science behind the warm, fuzzy feelings that real Christmas trees can create. Chad Pierskalla, WVU Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources professor, and Dave McGill, WVU Extension forest resources specialist, have research findings and tips to help you get the most enjoyment[Read More…]
Bonny Copenhaver, president of New River Community and Technical College, to offer keynote remarks at Dec. 6 NRGRDA Showcase and Soiree
West Virginia Press Association SUMMERSVILLE, W.Va. – Bonny Ball Copenhaver, Ed.D., president of New River Community and Technical College, will be the keynote speaker at the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority’s (NRGRDA) Showcase and Soiree on December 6, 2024, at the Summersville Arena and Conference Center. Jina Belcher, executive[Read More…]
COLUMN: Gratitude, not just for Thanksgiving
By Greg Kozera, Shale Crescent USA This week my wife, Lynnda and I are at the Outer Banks (OBX) with family. We hauled our suitcases and groceries up three floors to where the kitchen and living area of the house is. I am blessed and happy to be able go up three flights[Read More…]
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W.Va. attorney general reminds consumers to exercise caution when shopping on Black Friday, Cyber Monday
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey reminds consumers to use caution, shop wisely and protect their personal information as the holiday shopping season accelerates with Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. “Whether you’re shopping online or at brick-and-mortar stores, be aware that the[Read More…]
New River Farms Sawmill in Danese a great addition to West Virginia’s wood products industry
West Virginia Press Association DANESE, W.Va. – Jack and Kathleen Taggart, owners of New River Farms Sawmill in Danese, made their home in West Virginia after Jack’s service in the United States Army to settle and start the business of their dreams. “Our region is rich with some of the[Read More…]
U.S. Senators Manchin, Collins lead bipartisan effort to designate Nov. 2024 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month
West Virginia Press Association WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (I-WV) and Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate November 2024 as National Homeless Children and Youth Awareness Month to bring attention to the children and youth experiencing homelessness across the country. In the United States, more than 1.4[Read More…]
Court issues preliminary halt on implementation of changes to H-2A Visa Program
West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia, along with Kentucky, Alabama and Ohio, was granted a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Labor’s recent changes to the H-2A Visa Program, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said. The H-2A program allows agricultural employers who anticipate a shortage of[Read More…]
