State Government
Gov. Patrick Morrisey signs bill giving West Virginia teachers tools for dealing with violent, disruptive students
Governor signs school discipline bill, promising a broader look at educational attainment
W.Va. DNR says $30M needed to save Turkey Run Lake
Federal Government
NIOSH Cuts A Matter Of Life Or Death For Workers, Scientist Says
NEH Funding Cuts Threaten Humanities Projects in West Virginia
White House proposes drastic cuts to State Department and funding for UN, NATO and other groups
Trump moves to speed up asylum cases without court hearings
State & Local News
WV officials warn of invasive Spotted Lanternfly
How federal funding cuts are affecting WV libraries
Regional News
Ohio budget plan renews high-speed rail chances
Bill would require free feminine products for Ohio inmates
Ohio parents say proposed phone ban in schools violate their rights
National News
Trump considers pausing his auto tariffs as the world economy endures whiplash
US counties with worst drinking water violations
Business/Financial/Economic Development
Davis mayor, residents raise concern about data center and power plant
Niterra to open new distribution center, celebrate 30 years of operation in Sissonville, West Virginia
Children & Families
Sissonville couple convicted of child neglect, trafficking sued by two more adopted children
WV Parent’s Bill of Rights signed into law
Courts & Crime
Judge demands to know if White House is helping return wrongly deported Maryland man
Editorials & Opinions
Time to fulfill the broadband promises
Gazette-Mail editorial: Legislative session ends on disgraceful note
West Virginia Republican lawmakers waste another session fighting the ‘woke’ boogeyman
Necessity: Broadband internet access is not a luxury
Education
Marshall phases out BS/MD accelerated program
Statement from West Virginia Head Start Association Executive Director, Lori Milam on Rumored Elimination of Head Start
Treasurer Pack Applauds Funding for Hope Scholarship
Ohio County School Board Member Blasts West Virginia Legislature for Approach to Education
Elections & Politics
For second straight session, citizen-only voting measure dies in House
Energy & Environment
Blue Hydrogen Facilities Could Move Needle on NatGas Demand This Year
Following Trump Orders, Coal Still On The Decline
2025 West Virginia Coal Show underway in Charleston
First Responders, Military
Mon EMS to begin whole blood program next month
Life-saving equipment awarded to local first responders
Health Care
Parkinson’s patient inspired by research at WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute
WVU Medicine United Hospital Center earns highest ranking achievement in Vascular Quality Initiative registry participation award program
New Operating Room At Berkeley Medical Focuses On Cardiovascular Care
Beckley ARH now offers Inspire Therapy for sleep apnea
Trump signs executive action to lower drug prices
Insurance
Insurance, auto repair companies inundated with hail damage calls
Interesting News
Texas business dethrones WV for ‘World’s Largest Tea Pot
Popular drug used to treat dogs may come with serious risks, FDA issues warning for adverse reactions
Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.)
‘Home Alone 2’ director wishes he could cut 1 scene
Senior Citizens
Your Social Security payment could be larger this month, do you qualify?
Weirton Senior Center offering events for community
Sports
No. 24 WVU Defeats Marshall in a Thriller to Extend Their Winning Streak to 11
Rodriguez shows praise for former head coach Neal Brown
Substance Use Disorder
Lauren’s Law increasing drug distribution penalties clears West Virginia House committee
Technology & Utilities
Fayette County Commission voices opposition to proposed Appalachian Power rate increase
300 turn out for forum on Davis natgas power plant
Tourism & Nature
WV BeerFest returning to Morgantown on Saturday
Pickle beer and pickle contest returning for 2025 Picklefest
WV legalizes drones to help find wounded game |
