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  Over 100 bills await Gov. Morrisey’s signature after West Virginia Legislative session

W.Va. Senate Democrats raise legal concerns with DEI bill’s passage

 
 

 

 

News Headlines

 

 

 

State Government 

Governor Patrick Morrisey orders flags lowered to half mast to honor Pope Francis

WVDOH stress importance of work zone safety after tragic death of WV Turnpike employee

Lance Yardley named acting commissioner of W.Va. Division of Corrections & Rehabilitation

 

Federal Government 

Amy Van Blarcom-Lackey appointed EPA Mid-Atlantic regional administrator

Rep. Moore Statement on Passing of Pope Francis

 

State & Local News 

West Virginia officials mourn Pope Francis

The Most Rev. Mark Brennan, Bishop Of Wheeling-Charleston Diocese, Discusses Pope Francis’ Passing

Open house on next Corridor H project Tuesday

 

Regional News 

Virginia confirms first measles case of 2025 as outbreaks continue across nation

 

National News 

Vatican releases cause of death for Pope Francis

What are the church’s rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?

 

Business/Financial/Economic Development 

Commissioner Tennant ready for Advantage Valley site assessment study

Sidewinder Sues Jefferson County Planning Commission Over Rejected Water Bottling Plant

Stocks and the dollar tumble as investors retreat

 

Children & Families 

 Morrisey’s line-item budget vetoes slash funds for vulnerable children during foster care crisis

Strollers and other baby products will get more expensive — and harder to find — with tariffs

 

Courts & Crime  

Justice Beth Walker plans to retire from Supreme Court this summer

Marshall International Student Files Federal Immigration Lawsuit 

 

Editorials & Opinions

Commentary: Riley Moore’s Photo – Offense, Reaction, and Civic Responsibility

Reporter’s Notebook: The golden rule

Pope Francis led the church with humility and simplicity

John Patrick Grace: The pope of the poor and disenfranchised

Low Rating Session Left Much to Be Desired

One step toward a healthier West Virginia

 

Education 

West Virginia University announces news sustainability goals

WVSOM granted 10-year accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission

More West Virginia students choosing free community college opportunities

Harvard sues Trump administration to stop the freeze of more than $2 billion in grants

 

Energy & Environment  

Former WV senator on Ramaco Board of Directors

Surging Interest in Building Data Centers in PA; 6 Announced So Far

How AI is Driving the Next Wave of Oil & Gas, Energy Innovation

 

First Responders, Military 

Fire Marshals Association of WV: Does the Legislature Hold Public Safety First?

 

Health Care

United Hospital Center to build $48M outpatient surgery center at Bridgeport campus

West Virginia faces nursing shortage amid rising demand, efforts to expand workforce

West Virginia Health Right Thanks Governor Morrisey & WV Legislature for Providing $1 Million in Additional Funding for Free Clinics Offering Mobile Services

You’re probably taking over-the-counter painkillers incorrectly

 

Insurance

US Supreme Court appears likely to uphold Obamacare’s preventive care coverage mandate

 

Interesting News 

How is a new pope selected?

Why it’s OK not to reply to your text messages right away

 

Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.) 

State Fair of West Virginia announces three additional musical groups to concert series

Tyler Childers and Chris Stapleton to headline ‘Healing Appalachia’ music festival

State Fair of WV Announces T-Pain Concert

 

Senior Citizens

Your Social Security payment could be larger this month, do you qualify?

Weirton Senior Center offering events for community

 

Sports 

Treysen Eaglestaff commits to WVU, Eaglestaff is the eighth player to join Ross Hodge’s first recruiting class at WVU. 

 

Substance Use Disorder

Walgreens settles with U.S. government for $300 million over opioid prescriptions

 

Technology & Utilities  

The Justice Department is about to make its case for a Google breakup. Here’s what to know

 

Tourism & Nature

22-year-old eagle nest in WV blown from tree, chicks do not survive

 

 

 

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